Top High School English Tutors serving Skokie

Beulah: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...and would love to help students through this time. I like to share tips on time management and anxiety when taking tests, as it is a skill I've learned to master. I believe education should be engaging and exciting, and students should be able to get the help they need. I'll do my best to make sure the student understands the material and would be happy to create additional resources. I have received numerous awards...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Jason: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...special and general education, I have had the pleasure of helping students achieve their academic goals in reading, writing, mathematics, and science at the elementary and middle school level. I also have experience tutoring students in SAT/ACT test preparation in all associated sections. I am and always have been a lifetime learner and do all I can to impart this facet of myself on my students. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with...
Education & Certification
Saint Joseph's College-New York - Bachelors, Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters, Business Administration and Management

Tiffany: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...Benedictine University with concentrations in Epidemiology and Health Education & Promotion. Overall, I have a deep love for learning and making complicated material simple. Thus, taking the minimal knowledge I have attained and sharing it with others is a passion I have developed while tutoring students and peers in Writing/Grammar, Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Chemistry, and other MCAT-related topics. Nevertheless, I hope to make that passion a consistent part of my life by working with...
Education & Certification
California State University-San Bernardino - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Benedictine University - Current Grad Student, Epidemiology

Carol: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...changes daily and I have to make sure I keep up with those changes. Harry Potter is something that I have always loved first with the books then the movies. Everyone learns in a different way and it is up to the teacher to find what way works for that student. Learning should not be boring it should be exciting and having the learner want more. I have taught K-8 and now High School. Life...
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Saint Xavier University - Bachelor of Science, Education

Neil: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...I believe in the student's ability to expand his or her own horizons when presented with the environment and opportunity to do so. Therein lies the pupil's power, and I guarantee, with my help, improvement in the subject with which you or your child are struggling within a few sessions. If academic success is what you seek, look no further for the ideal candidate to help you or your child along that journey. I am...
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Roosevelt University - Bachelors, Theatre

Marijke: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
I am a very passionate learner. I recently graduated from the doctoral program in Anthropology at the University of Arizona. I love what I do and I love to learn. I believe its important to be well-educated on a variety of subjects, to always be learning and open to new experiences, and to speak as many languages as you can!... To have fun learning, and be engaged with the subjects at hand.... Talk with a student...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Anthropology
University of Arizona - Current Grad Student, Anthropology

Aidan: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
I find teaching and tutoring to be incredibly rewarding. Seeing somebody else understand a concept through my framing of that concept is the highest form of communication for which I strive. I look forward to working with Varsity Tutors and students everywhere.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Biological and Physical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800

Kevin: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...Accountancy and Finance. I have three years of experience in tutoring K-12 children in math and reading, and have personally succeeded in a large variety of standardized tests, including the ACT, the SAT, and various AP tests. I am especially passionate about teaching students optimal test-taking strategies for conquering standardized tests and honing their critical thinking skills. I believe that education is not only necessary for being successful academically and professionally, but also capable of...
Education & Certification
Univeristy of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Graham: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
I am a freshman at the University of Colorado Boulder majoring in astrophysics and chemistry with a 4.00 GPA. I have been passionate about science and STEM topics my whole life, focusing on them in both high school and college classes. In my free time, you can usually find me exploring forest preserves by day and surveying the skies with my telescope by night.
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor of Science, Astronomy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 36

Karen: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois and have more than ten years of experience tutoring students in ACT and SAT preparation. I believe a personalized approach works best and work with each student's strengths to find the best strategies. I also have experience with subject tutoring for elementary, middle, and high school students. If a student is behind or struggling in class, I'll help him or her gain a solid understanding of the material. I...
Education & Certification
Bradley University - Bachelor of Science, Multimedia with a minor in Business Administration
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 32

Tess: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...from Virginia Tech, Magna Cum Laude with honors. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Political Science with a concentration in Legal Studies. I have been tutoring for a decade now in all subject areas and with all ages. I am most fond of reading, writing, and history. I adore working with others and I am always wanting to learn something new. In my free time, I enjoy reading, gardening, and pilates. I look forward to...
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West Virginia University Institute of Technology - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Juliana: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...seniors. I graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington with my Bachelor's in English, and I graduated from DePaul University with a Master's in Secondary Education. I am licensed to teach grades 6-12, and I am currently working on an endorsement to become a Reading Specialist at Northeastern Illinois University. A typical beginning session with me will begin with getting to know the student, and assessing their general strengths and needs in the content area. After assessing these...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, English
DePaul University - Master of Arts Teaching, Language Arts Teacher Education

Kyle : Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
Hello! I feel that involvement and engagement in education is the key to our society's future. I find great joy and passion helping others to reach their full potential in a way that is challenging yet rewarding for everyone involved. I hope to get a chance to work with you!
Education & Certification
Central Michigan University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater Arts

Clarissa: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...also tutored in writing. It's my favorite thing to teach. For whatever reason, lots of people are afraid of writing. My goal is for all my students to come to love the craft, or at least have confidence in their ability to do it well. I love to help people improve essays for school, as well as college admission essays. In my free time I like to read, listen to podcasts, paint my nails, go...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Women's Studies
Northwestern University - Master of Science, Journalism

David: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...the Commercial Real Estate business for over 25 years. and have bought and sold all asset classes representing both Institutional Investors and high net worth individuals. I have travelled extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. I was raised in Chicago but have lived in NYC. I have raised two (2) boys who both had ADD/ADHD. They have both Graduated from College and are very successful. I was able to teach them that they...
Education & Certification
Simpson College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Jaya: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...go to medical school next year and am currently in the process of applying. I graduated from Hinsdale Central High School in 2012, and there I was a member of the National Honors Society which was my first experience with tutoring. I am currently a volunteer at the University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital, and I help patients and siblings with homework and reading there, as well. I am passionate about the life sciences and...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics & French
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Zihe: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...tutor undergrad courses on Chinese philosophy (Ruism, Buddhism, Daoism)! I'm confident tutoring K-12 math and physics. I'm also a native Mandarin speaker; I can help you or your children study Mandarin Chinese as well! Learning makes life significant. It lets you see more of the world in finer details. Great learning eventually leads you to your own heart, your own unique human condition. Ponder on it; become an upstanding and useful person; make your life...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
State University of New York at New Paltz - Master of Philosophy, Philosophy

Zadian Madhuri: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...towards challenges and ignites curiosity in others. Inspired to continue teaching in college, I taught physics and Restorative Justice to under-resourced 9th graders upon completion of my first year at Boston University. At BU, I pursued Comparative Literature and focused on English and Spanish language and literature, and studied abroad in Buenos, Aires, Argentina for one summer. I was always the go-to friend in my peer group whenever anyone needed a second eye at any...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General

Friday: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...a freelance editor. My goal here is to make sure that your writing is clear and structure. That your message is just as clear and to give you the confidence to handle any type of writing. I welcome any questions that you have during our sessions. I like to be honest, and that means not just pointing out things that need to be improved, but things that you are good at. I look forward to...
Education & Certification
University of Phoenix-Online Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Southern New Hampshire University - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Luke: Skokie High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Skokie, il
...those roles, I was especially proud of the improvements my students made towards clear self-expression in speaking and writing (which was reflected in high TOEFL scores). I've got a knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance in ACT Reading, Writing, and Science. Whatever the subject, I thrive on leading students...
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
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