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Rebecca: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Meriam: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...am a graduate of Loyola University Chicago with an Honors BS in Biology and an Honors BA in French, and have been a tutor for years. Having worked in countries all over the world, I am comfortable working with a diverse range of people, regardless of their language fluency and subject expertise. Since graduating, I have been attending a post-bac program at the University of Toronto in intensive Spanish and Arabic, before continuing on to...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology and French
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Ariela: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...and quickly organize that information so that I can convey it to someone else. I enjoy and excel at condensing and re-communicating facts or tasks, so that they become comprehensible to someone who may not understand them the first time around. It is not just my success at standardized tests or in my classes that will make me a great tutor, but also this skill and enthusiasm about learning. I understand that sometimes, the way...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Theater & Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Jack: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.... I'm big on listening. It's my job to hear what a...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Thomas: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...am a recent college graduate who loves teaching and helping students learn. I have experience teaching English in Argentina, as well as experience as a teaching assistant for various subjects at the Summer Institute for the Gifted. Exploration drives much of what I do, and I believe that learning is a form of exploration - and I hope to share that mindset with my students. As a tutor, I will be very patient, understanding, and...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Jack: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University with degrees in Theatre Management, Marketing, and Spanish. I am passionate about tutoring because I love engaging with students in a way that makes them excited about learning. I believe that finding connections to the material allows students to develop a personal investment in their work that will always result in greater success. I encourage students to actively participate in a tutoring session, making sure that their...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700

Ebin: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...I made a few connections and started tutoring privately. This was a whole new ball game in that I have never before interacted with someone for two hour stretches in an academic setting. In addition, my pupil was in high school which elevates the challenge and required a more nuanced approach to deal with the complexities that often accompanies adolescence. To my surprise, I loved it. Not only was this an opportunity to review all...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32

Marshall: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...shoot a bow and arrow. I was a babysitter for four years, usually with the stipulation that I go through homework after school with kids I babysat. At school, I've tutored struggling peers in economic theory and Spanish. More recently, I worked in Spain as an English teacher for Catalan children ranging from six to fifteen years of age. Finally, I'm an older brother. I taught my little brother everything I know, whether it be...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 720

Zac: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...and I firmly believe that an education is the most valuable gift one can give the next generation. This semester, I am volunteering at an afterschool program where I am tutoring a middle school student in various subject areas.I am forever grateful to my personal ACT tutor for helping me get into the college of my dreams, so I definitely love to teach the ins and outs of that test. In addition to the ACT,...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, Human and Organizational Development
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Max: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...Physics, Chemistry and Writing. Additionally, I will be tutoring for ACT prep. I took the test officially three times and was successful each time and believe that I can share effective tips on how to increase scores in each subject. In my free time, I like to play sports like football and basketball. I also like to read novels and poems. My favorites are by Kurt Vonnegut and Jack Kerouac. I am a strong believer...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Physics with Concentration in Chemical Principles
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Ruth: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...am a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790

Katie: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...student with a 4.0 GPA. I am extremely dedicated and hard working, and will go out of my way to ensure my students excel in whatever subject area we are working on. My interest in tutoring started in high school. I began working with students one on one before and after school. I helped with a wide variety of subjects ranging from music and writing to math and science. I've always loved helping others understand...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Current Undergrad, Music Education
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 31

Zhaleh: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...name is Zhaleh BassiriRad and I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering and Japanese at Carnegie Mellon University. I enjoy tutoring because I love sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I...
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Casey: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...two years. Before attending graduate school, I worked as a certified substitute teacher for K-12 general and special education in Michigan. I also volunteered as a literacy tutor with the Family Learning Institute in Ann Arbor, MI. While I am comfortable tutoring in a wide range of humanities and language arts subjects, I am most passionate about teaching English and reading comprehension. I believe students' advancements in these subjects positively impact all other academic areas....
Education & Certification
Butler University - Bachelor in Arts, Music History and Literature
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters, Musicology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Siva: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...recently graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with degrees in chemical engineering and math and computer science. After a summer of relaxing, I am planning on entering medical school at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in the fall. Throughout high school and college, I have fallen in love with tutoring and seeing so many new faces in the process. I especially love to tutor in math, chemistry, MCAT, and chemical engineering...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Northwestern University - Doctor of Medicine, Health Sciences, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Jacob: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...more than happy to help where needed anywhere from K-12, I am most experienced with test prep tutoring. The SAT and ACT tests can be an extremely stressful event for students, especially first time test-takers, so I do my best to go beyond the material covered by the tests and prepare students for the experience of taking the test itself, so that when the day comes, they are confident and prepared to tackle whatever challenges...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, English Literature
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Sarah: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...with a focus on critical thinking and study skills in an underserved rural secondary school. I especially enjoyed teaching math because it was a language my students and I shared, and I believe they enjoyed it as well. Often times my students would come to me and ask for extra practice problems. My experience in rural Malawi taught me the importance of QUALITY education and that is why I want to continue exchanging ideas as...
Education & Certification
University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology and Microbiology
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies

Janet: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
As an educator for 20 years in both the US and Canada, I enjoying working with students of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them learn strategies to succeed in their education and in life. ... All students have the ability to...
Education & Certification
Moody Bible Institue - Bachelors, International Mnistries
Lamar University - Masters, School Counseling
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 31

Katherine: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...in my students is just as important as teaching subject material. It is invaluable that students have the confidence, motivation, and know-how to tackle difficult material on their own, especially when help isn't readily available. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English and French from the University of Wisconsin, Madison (3.7 GPA). I have a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, Poetry, from Arizona State University (4.0 GPA). I have been teaching English...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, English & French
Arizona State University - Masters, Creative Writing

James: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...is that "we" get to decide what personal practices will create the greatest learning experience for you. Of course, the final product of any assignment that you are given needs to be exactly as your school teacher wants it. But the roads, the turns, and the pace that we take to complete that finished product is entirely up to you! If your assignment was to create a painting, I will bring the paint and the...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
John Marshall Law School - Juris Doctor, Tory Law - Trial Advocacy
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