Top Phonics Tutors serving Barrington
Kevin: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...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...
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Univeristy of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Stephanie: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...to doctoral levels. I currently am an adjunct professor in neuroscience and psychology at Dominican University and work for a biotechnology company. I have my PhD in neuropharmacology and my undergraduate degree is in neuroscience and psychology. I am a published author with six manuscripts in top tier peer-reviewed journals, a book chapter in preparation...
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Washington State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Rush University - Doctor of Philosophy, Pharmacology
Ri'ana: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
Hello, I am eager to help you learn more! I am an elementary school teacher by profession. I am also, a mother, author, worshipper, visionary and avid traveler. Thank you for choosing me to help you!
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Marquette University - Bachelor of Science, Spanish
Jena: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...I carry their lessons with me today. These teachers were great not only because they were teaching what they loved or because they paid attention to me. They were great because they taught me not for school, but for life. I tutor because my experiences have shown me that I too have the ability to...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Communications- Radio/Television/Film
Northwestern University - Medill School of Journalism - Masters, Reporting
Emily: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
Hi! I have been an elementary school teacher for 6 years, and I have over 10 years of tutoring experience. I'm excited to work with you to help you achieve your learning goals!
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
DePaul University - Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary School Teaching
Vianna: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...University of Chicago. As a result, I have extensive experience in qualitative research and thesis writing. I also have 10+ years of experience in 2-D art and 3+ years in digital illustration. I've spent the last 2 years teaching English as a cultural ambassador in Japan and Taiwan. Although most of my career thus far...
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Mercyhurst College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Social Sciences
Brigid: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
I have been a teacher for over twenty one years. I have a Masters of Science degree in Curriculum and Instruction, am a certified Reading Specialist, and have an LBS1 Special Education endorsement. I love to teach students from all educational levels, kindergarten to adult.
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Northern Illinois University - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Binta: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
Current Master's of Social Work Student at the University of Chicago The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Class of 2018 Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Minor in Social & Economic Justice Served as 2018-2019 Tutor Corps Member at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School in Newark, New Jersey Tutored Pre-Algebra, 7th Grade Math, Special Education
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
University of Chicago - Current Grad Student, Social Work
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
Lewis: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...the topic they choose to have me teach or tutor them. I certainly can put myself in the place of others, as I have in the past relied on tutors to get me through some tough topics. As for other interests outside tutoring, I am very interested in languages and linguistics, as I currently teach...
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University of Oregon - Bachelor in Arts, French
Northwestern University - PHD, Linguistics
Juliet: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...have developed a whole repertoire of strategies for delivering differentiated instruction that meets the individual needs of my students. A student-centered approach is imperative when working one-on-one with individuals. English, literature, and writing are the three areas that I have the most experience and fun teaching. When I am not in the classroom or tutoring,...
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University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
Lesley University - Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction
Katie: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...child move from learning their letter sounds to blending words to reading real books is a magic that I have seen nowhere else. I feel the same way when a student is learning a new math concept and after a long struggle, something just *clicks.* I teach because I believe that education has the power...
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Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Education
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 770
Annette: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...editing and proofreading experience and find a great deal of satisfaction in supporting my students as writers, thinkers, and communicators. Though I enjoy working with students in all subjects, I love teaching all forms of writing, literature, history, English, and art. I have found that these passions smoothly translate to their corresponding sections on standardized...
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William Jewell College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Humanities
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Emily: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...academic writing. All throughout college I worked with students at various ages and levels, helping them succeed in school. After graduating, I spent two years teaching 3rd and 4th grade in Detroit. I absolutely loved working with my students in the classroom! As a teacher, I feel that a strong rapport with a student is...
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Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 750
Anna: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...of the subject, I find it important to identify the obstacles to learning the child may be experiencing (such as anxiety, testing environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation techniques to help a child cope with the stresses of their...
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New York University - Bachelors, Psychology, Child/Adolescent Mental Health Studies, Creative Writing
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology
Katelynn: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
I am a young, vibrant teacher with a strong passion for education. I believe that education is the most powerful tool anyone can have, and I am here to help your student find success and confidence! Motivating and inspiring students is my favorite (and most important) part of my job.
Education & Certification
Bradley University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University - Current Grad Student, Curriculum and Instruction with Teacher Leader Endorsement
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 32
Jonathan: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...with study habits in general. I have been a tutor with "Erie House Neighborhood House" for 5 years where I tutor students from the 6th grade to 12th grade. I have also worked after school, in a CPS school, with students from the 5-8th grade. I am a native speaker of Spanish and have taken...
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Northeastern Illinois University - Current Undergrad, French
Taylor: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...minor in Accounting. I graduated in 2019 from San Francisco State University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing. Presently, I am a doctoral student at Indiana University-Bloomington. I have extensive writing and editing experience with 100+ published articles, seven years of writing experience, and four years of editorial work. I have experience tutoring students from...
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University of Miami - Bachelor in Business Administration, Legal Studies
San Francisco State University - Master of Arts, Creative Writing
Becky: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...are my strong areas. I like to have fun with learning and help students relate the subject matter to real life situations for better retention. At home I love spending time with my 3 boys. A few things we like to do are go for bike rides, read books and go to the park. I...
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Eastern Illinois University - Bachelors, Marketing
Benedictine University - Masters, Education
State Certified Teacher
Louise: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...years, I taught English 1 on 1 to business professionals in Taiwan. The focus was helping them perform their jobs more efficiently in the global economy. I also had a few students whom I helped for study aborad using the IELTS method. As part of a training exercise, I also taught two 2-hour long Business...
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College of Lake County - Current Undergrad, Business
Lisa: Barrington Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Barrington, IL
...fuzzy writing, and 2) Strunk and White, "The Elements of Style". Both of these are not only entertaining, but timeless and worth reading and rereading. Both speak to the importance of making every word count. Becoming a strong editor of your own work is something I will teach you! Outside of work and tutoring, I...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelors, English
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Masters, English
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