Top Creative Writing Tutors serving Skokie

Iris: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...recent graduate from the University of Chicago with BAs in Anthropology as well as History and Philosophy of Science. I love to teach about these subjects, and am also eager to tutor writing and study skills! I have experience tutoring students from early childhood to college-age in history, math, English and Spanish. I also have experience copyediting and giving content and structure feedback on student's writing. I would love to work with you!
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
GRE: 322

Sonya: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...enriching the lives of others through volunteering and privately tutoring students from all walks of life. Passion is at the core of what I do, in virtually all aspects of my life- and it is also something that I strive to share with my students. I have a broad range of Academic interests, with Creative Writing and English Literature being subjects which bring me a particular joy. Leaving students with the ability to seek out...
Education & Certification
University College Dublin - Bachelor in Arts, English

James: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...with students ages 12-18 as a tutor, counselor, and mentor. I am most passionate about tutoring in the humanities and literature, as I believe these subjects touch all facets of our daily lives. I believe that a key to a student's success is the belief that they are capable of doing the task set before them. Confidence and self-assuredness are some of the best motivators. Apart from tutoring, I am working to publish both creative...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Jessica: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...work with 8th graders in a co-taught learning environment, but I have experience working with students in grades K-8. I have worked with students with and without IEPs, including students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities. I have supported students in all subject areas, but I have a particular love for teaching reading and writing and I am currently taking classes to complete my licensure as a certified Reading Specialist.
Education & Certification
Knox College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Anthropology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Master of Science, Special Education

Deborah: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...and engaging, encouraging students to ask questions, think critically, and develop a genuine interest in the subject matter. Outside of academia, I enjoy volunteering and community service. My volunteer work at the Mayflower Community, University of Iowa Mobile Clinic, and UnityPoint Health has allowed me to provide companionship and support to older residents, perform vital sign assessments for patients, and gain firsthand exposure to medical careers. These experiences have enriched my interpersonal skills and reinforced...
Education & Certification
Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Max: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
Teaching, for me, represents the chance to help students and peers find their way to new understandings. This might be as simple as a better way to find "x" or as complex as the next great thesis on Shakespeare. In the end, it's all about finding the heat in whatever subject is being explored.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32

Caitlin: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...received my Bachelor's in Spanish from the University of Alabama, and have done Spanish tutoring, as well as ESL tutoring and teaching throughout my college years. I am currently a 6th and 7th grade Spanish teacher, so I am familiar with all things espaol! With that, my favorite subjects to tutor are Spanish and ESL, and I really enjoy teaching Spanish Literature also! I hope to help students succeed, and to share my passion of...
Education & Certification
The University of Alabama - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Teri: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
With a degree in Philosophy from the University of California, San Diego, I have worked as a writing tutor for six years at the college level. One of the greatest joys I have experienced is helping my students master the craft of writing. As a published author of poetry and short stories, as well as being an experienced blogger, I am excited to assist young writers in their pursuit of excelling at the written word.
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Hannah: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
Hello there! I'm Hannah. I'm a poet and a performer. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Performance, in addition to two minors in Music and Creative Writing, from Bradley University. I've loved reading and writing my whole life, and I especially enjoy proofreading and editing. I believe learning should be fun! In my experience, if something is funny, it's much more likely to stick with you. Come be silly with me!
Education & Certification
Bradley University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Charles: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...to even real analysis. I can also help people with topics in computer science including data structures, algorithms, and many programming languages. I am also able to tutor English, as I have completed AP Lang and AP Lit, and four years of Latin has given me a good grasp of English grammar. I want to give students intuition behind subjects, as I believe understanding will prove to be more beneficial than pure memorization.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science

Arnie: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...education: it develops critical thinking skills, encourages "big picture" thinking, and preps students for life in "the real world." Every student has something to offer through their inherent abilities to tell stories. My job is to help a student to be their best self, using writing as that conduit to better self-understanding and self-awareness. I have strong experience working with ADHD students--as I have it myself so I "get it." Also worked with students on...
Education & Certification
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Columbia College-Chicago - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Dr. Michael: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...training and time post degree conferral I have aided students of all ages in understanding various nuances within several academic fields, whether psychology, social sciences, diversity and individual differences, writing/english literature, and so-forth. I have also been a part of various students' experience in studying for the ACT, GRE, NCE, and other standardized/achievement tests. During my doctoral program and years after, I have taught neuropsychological testing, psychopathology, theories, and other psychology-based courses. If you have...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Adler University - Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology

Justen : Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...candidate who was been fortunate enough to win the Princeton prize in race relations. I am currently pursuing my undergrad at Case Western Reserve University in International Business and Marketing. My love for aiding in academia comes from my love for writing being formed by teachers who care. I am currently working on writing a book to be published very soon. Generally, I love to have fun and win so let's get to work!
Education & Certification
Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business

Gina: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...a delicious sauce. My tutoring style is direct but not overbearing: I know how to direct students to the right answer, but I will do so through leading questions, providing examples, or referencing rules or conventions that the student has learned previously. Students possess the knowledge the obtain the right answer but sometimes have to be guided to it; that's the purpose of education and tutoring. Because education is so monumental in shaping students' futures,...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
Margot: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...years of experience tutoring peers at high school, college, and privately, primarily in English, Math, and SAT prep. Though I tutor a range of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students conquer Standardized Tests (specifically the reading and writing sections) and English. I want to help students excel on Standardized Exams so they can pursue their higher education goals. I direct my tutoring towards identifying students' learning methods and catering to those to establish...
Education & Certification
Boston College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 780

Jessica: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...working with students in an alternative learning program. I work with students at risk of academic failure one-on-one and in small groups to maximize growth in ALL required courses they need to obtain their high school diploma. Prior to working in this position, I have worked with students in elementary schools in a variety of classrooms. Please look at my resume and feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns. I...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Education, Special Education

Rebecca: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...in publishing with a few major academic publishers. Mostly I index, proofread, and copy edit manuscripts. For my B.A., I double majored in English Literature and Philosophy at Miami University (1996). There I tutored extensively for two years, gaining the maximum clients possible (30 students a week) while still holding down full-time coursework. Twice I took the semester long Study Skills class, which certified me as a Study Skills tutor. Along with Study Skills, I...
Education & Certification
Miami University-Oxford - Bachelors, English Literature and Philosophy (double major)
DePaul University - Masters, English Literature

Sarah: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...encourage open communication and provide outside resources. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and majored in Neurobiology and Rehabilitation Psychology. I also hold a Master of Science in Biomedical Science and am working towards my Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree for 2024. Someday, I hope to practice a field of medicine that allows me to help individuals with disabilities, such as neurology. Along with my practice, I hope to teach medical students, passing down...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology and Behavior
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Shannon: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...a lead teacher in an early pre-k classroom, first as a lead in a ten 24-36 month olds at a private family-owned center and now as a co-lead in a classroom of ten 15-36 month olds at a local community center. I believe we should be lifelong learners and strive to foster that for myself by staying up to date with the latest trends in education. In my free time, I love to read (historical...
Education & Certification
Elmhurst College - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
Serena: Skokie Creative Writing tutor
Certified Creative Writing Tutor in Skokie, il
...succeed in their college level courses. I have a lot of experience tutoring all ages of students from elementary school to college. Even in high school I was a tutor helping middle school students with pre-calculus. Right now, I am tutoring elementary school students in math, reading and English. I have all the materials ready for your elementary school student to start and improve right away! I motivate younger students by getting them excited about...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
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