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Theresa: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...in Learning Disabilities. Prior to attending Alverno College I graduated with a Public Relations degree from Marquette University located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I have a K-12 License with an endorsement as a Learning Behavior Specialist. Currently, I work as a Special Education teacher for grades 3-4 in a local public school district. In my three years as a certified Special Education Teacher, I've taught children with an array of special needs including Autism, ADHD, and...
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Marquette University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Relations
Alverno College - Master of Science, Special Education
Rebekah: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...a homeschooler makes me excited about education and about educating you/your child! My experience as a TA and math tutor equips me to teach subjects including: English, music, math, and test prep. I also have experience in childcare spanning the last 3 years. Growing up overseas equipped me with crucial intercultural communication skills. Lingually, I am fluent only in English and Macedonian, but I will do my best to provide the best possible experience for...
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Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Communication and Rhetoric
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 710
Eleshia: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...the next Janet Jackson, I decided to pursue my passion for Shakespeare and become an English teacher. It has allowed me incorporate my love for the arts with my love for English. It has become a rewarding career for me because it has allowed me to travel the world, develop deep relationships with my students and become an innovative thinker. I am now transitioning to the world of Special Education and I am excited to...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Loyola University-Chicago - Masters in Education, Education
Peter: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...with a degree in Cinema and Media Studies. After working in documentary production for over a year I took the GRE and gained admittance to several competitive graduate programs. I am now beginning an MFA program in hybrid documentary media at Northwestern’s School of Radio, Television, and Film in the fall. My passion for projects that are unique and illuminate subjects in innovative ways ignites his passion for teaching, where the name of the game...
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Carleton College - Bachelors, Cinema and Media Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 700
Matt: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...higher education. I have a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications from Saint Xavier University, and a Master's Degree in Education from Loyola University. My extensive experience in education ranges from teaching in a traditional classroom setting and non-traditional settings to children and adults. Being fluent in Spanish, I have experience teaching Spanish to English speakers and English to Spanish speakers. I have a huge passion for music, and have been playing guitar for 12 years....
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Saint Xavier University - Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Arts, Elementary Education
Mercedes: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...informal use of the Spanish language and differentiating between the two, at any level. Two of my goals as a tutor are: 1) Finding the best ways and environments in which each student learns. I believe everyone works differently and at a different pace. The key is to make learning entertaining, valuable, and useful for every student. I am definitely not a fan of “busy work,” but I am a fan of helpful and relevant...
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, English, Hispanic Studies
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Modernist Literature
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Alana: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...finishing up my undergraduate degree in Sociology graduating with honors from DePaul University and have been accepted into a M.Ed. in Special Education program starting this June. I have years of experience tutoring in all subjects for elementary through middle school age groups. I want to provide your child with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in whatever subject they need help with. Though I can help with all subjects, I excel at...
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DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Special Education
Ethan: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...at the University of Chicago. I attended the Horace Mann School in New York City. I love teaching and working with students because I feel that there is nothing more rewarding than being able to provide the extra push that students might need to be successful. I am passionate about helping students learn and making sure they are having fun doing so. I'm also happy to talk about anything a student might want to talk...
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Public Policy/Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 730
Alexandra: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...with my clients. Additionally, I was fortunate to study abroad in Madrid for five months and have minored in Spanish. My hobbies include writing, dance and music. My goal as a tutor is to create individualized plans to target strengths and weaknesses and foster academic success. Additionally, I want to give my students the tools to become problem solvers and gain confidence and interest in their studies. I believe that these goals can be accomplished...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education (minors: Spanish and Psychology)
Melissa: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...resume writing, cover letter writing and other job application steps. My education and experience have prepared me to advise in a variety of subject areas including English, Psychology, Clinical Mental Health, Literature, writing skills and college/career advising. I believe in helping students identify their strengths and to empower anyone I work with to recognize what they're already doing right in their academic journey so that we can better identify new areas to work on. In...
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Bradley University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Concordia University-Chicago - Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling
Anna: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...an education (except one's health). No one can take an education away from you. When you truly learn something, you never lose it. I'm here to help you learn, not just to memorize or finish work for the sake of finishing it. I want to help you apply what we do in tutoring sessions to your life. I want to help give you the tools to succeed. And, of course, I want to make sure...
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Columbia College-Chicago - Bachelors, Creative Writing
Gaurav: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...project, Biolitics podcast and Biolitics.org. I left my PhD a few months after starting to build my media company and tutor full time. Not only do I truly love seeing my children succeed, I love being able to use my ability to teach and teach well to help support my dreams. I have the fortune of tutoring students one on one and then taking my passion for education behind the microphone to share with the...
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University of Miami - Bachelors, Biology & Philosophy
Rush University - Masters, Biotechnology
Manpreet: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...UIC, and I am studying in the pre health field, while majoring in Biology and Psychology. I am 23 years old and currently in my gap year. I have been tutoring since my sophomore year of High School, so I have a lot of valuable experience that allows me to assist others with any educational goals that they might have. I am very good with little kids and my peers. I like to call myself...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Noah: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...A. in Linguistics. I really enjoy learning languages and talking with people. While at Stanford, I tutored Russian, but I also began tutoring SAT and ACT test prep to friends and family members. Having personally spent lots of time with those tests, I've grown really fond of them, and consider them my favorite thing to tutor. I work with my students patiently and try to bring a full smile of energy to every session. What...
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Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Kris: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a public school in Chicago through the University of Chicago's Neighborhood School Program. I also volunteer with Maroon Tutor Match, a UChicago organization that matches low-income middle and high students with college tutors. Before starting college, I led SAT groups at The Learning Lodge in East Lyme, Connecticut.
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
Jessica: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...specialty is writing - I spent a year training and practicing writing tutoring at the University of Illinois at Chicago Writing Center. I have a bachelor's degree in Biology, which puts me in a fantastic position to tutor any and all STEM subjects. I also speak French and would love to help beginner students find their footing with this beautiful language. I love seeing students become more confident learners, and I love watching students find...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Brian: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...a B.A. in English & Music. Following graduation, I worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Republic of Georgia. Among other responsibilities while there, I tutored middle and high school students in English and writing as well as teachers in computer literacy and professional skills. After my service, I received an M.Mus. in Music Composition from Houghton College, where I tutored undergraduates in music theory and volunteered at a local high school where I...
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Covenant College - Bachelor in Arts, English, Music
Houghton College - Masters, Music Composition
Daniel: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...need to succeed rather than focusing on test-specific tricks. I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, where I received an MA in the humanities with a focus on on disability studies. For my undergraduate education, I attended Claremont Mckenna College where I focused on English Literature. I have worked as a tutor and academic coach for the past five years. I have a passion for helping students learn how to self-assess and structure...
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Claremont McKenna College - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Humanities
Christopher: Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...avid cook. He particularly enjoys preparing Mexican and Chinese food, and he grows his own chiles for making salsas and moles. Every Fourth of July, he throws a pig roast for all his friends (and to give him an excuse to try out new recipes). Chris is a compulsive music collector. He loves listens to everything from ABBA to Japanese jazz-metal to Gucci Mane, but he remains utterly incapable of playing any instruments or even...
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Kenyon College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, English
Chante': Des Plaines Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Masters in Sustainable Development. I have been teaching for four years independently, and contracted with organizations. Subjects I have tutored include High School Math (Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics), Elementary and Middle School Math and Language Arts; English, Grammar, and Writing of all ages. I have experience teaching Social Emotional Skills to fourth and fifth grade students via my service year with Americorps. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
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