Top Phonics Tutors serving Evanston
Katelynn: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, 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
Anna: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...music in Chicago and playing mandolin. I think my studies have given me a unique perspective on what makes tutoring effective. In addition to teaching the academics 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...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Psychology, Child/Adolescent Mental Health Studies, Creative Writing
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology
Roberto: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...personal and professional success. I aspire to build my reputation as a very strong role model in my community, like that of the role models I had growing up. There are many influential people in my life, and when times become the most trying, I think back to key pieces of advice each one of these role models has passed down to me at one time or another. I strive to be just as influential...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Kim: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...a double major in Speech and Journalism. Right after graduation, I did a news writing internship at WGN working on the 9 P.M. and 5:30 P.M. newscasts. While I was briefly able to perform my dream job, this was 2008 when the job market across the country hit a record low point. While at WGN, its parent company, Tribune Company, declared bankruptcy; I quickly realized I needed a B plan. A couple years later, I...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater - Bachelor in Arts, Speech/Journalism
Liz: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, History
Simmons College - Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Emily: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, 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!
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
DePaul University - Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary School Teaching
Steve: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...definitely relate to and empathize with anyone putting forth the effort to learn a second language, and I am well aware of the accompanying rewards. For me, studying another language and working with students involved in second/foreign language acquisition have opened up new channels of communication, new relationships, and new worlds to explore. It has helped me to understand and more fully appreciate the many complexities, cultures, and countries of the world. In teaching and...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelors, Foreign Language (Spanish)
Blakeley: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...a graduate of Troy University where I double majored in Political Science and Communications Studies. After completing my undergraduate degree, I moved to Chicago where I received a masters degree in teaching. I am currently a full-time special education teacher on the Southside of the city. I am passionate about literature, english, and history. I enjoy making science come to life for my students. There is no better way to master a subject than by...
Education & Certification
Troy University - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
Relay Graduate School of Education - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
ACT Reading: 34
Justina: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...I am a skilled tutor who is passionate about English literature and history, and has a specialization in teaching international students and pre-K. to learn about culture and working with international students. I am an experienced teacher with four years of nonprofit/legal experience, three years of marketing communications experience in the corporate world, and a Bachelor's of English from Northwestern University. I have five years of experience doing group instruction for English tutoring, and two...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Regina: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...students improve their language skills, but I have also worked for over 10 years helping Middle School and High School students become more competent, clear writers and more efficient readers. I am passionate about assisting students develop their potential to communicate well. Through extensive interaction with people from many cultural and racial backgrounds, I believe I can connect with a wide variety of learners, motivating them to become the best they can possibly be.
Education & Certification
National College of Education - Bachelor in Arts, English
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Brandon: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...of subjects and skills from math to history, and from critical reading and writing to the basics of footnoting and compiling bibliographies . These teaching opportunities have provided me with considerable experience in planning, organizing and presenting educational programming. They have also given me the opportunity to guide, and to work closely with young scholars and learners from a variety of backgrounds. I firmly believe that the importance of education as well as the key...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Toronto - PHD, History
Carol: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
I enjoy teaching children and seeing them grow. I am especially good at teaching math and science to middle school students. I am also good at teaching algebra skills. I am able to tutor students from preschool through 9th grade and through 12th grade in math. I have an elementary education degree and a teaching minor in math. I am currently teaching high school honors math courses.
Education & Certification
Valparaiso University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Erica: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...the story" and communicate it in a way that makes sense to others. I enjoy showing others how putting the story down in writing can be started using words and building upon them until they become a flow of organized thoughts and ideas. One of my greatest abilities is to help others conquer their fear of writing papers by showing them ways to organize the key concepts involved in effective essay writing and public speaking....
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Human Resource Development/Communication
Northeastern University - Master of Arts, Human Resource Development
Tarah: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...originally from Indiana, where I taught English and Drama for four years. My interest in online tutoring began when I decided to change careers and become a freelance UX/curriculum designer. Working as a tutor will enable me to spend more time achieving these goals while still getting my "teaching fix". As a Chicago resident for the last two years, I have enjoyed making friends from all walks of life. What I love about Chicago is...
Education & Certification
Butler University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Ball State University - Master of Arts, Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Alice: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...Biology, Social Studies, History, and English Language and Composition. I am also a native Russian speaker. I am excited about the opportunity to pass my love of learning on to my students. I believe that every student has the capacity to engage with even the most challenging material, as long as they have the right guidance. The process of learning should be rewarding, and I think that it is never too early, or too late,...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy, Politics, Law
Dylan: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...field. I also have experience dealing with situations in which students are not quickly or readily grasping concepts, and I have developed the patience to handle these situations. Teaching is just as rewarding for the student as it is for me, because I am thrilled when I see others achieve, and I would love to be part of the process. In addition to high school AP courses and test prep, I have taken college level...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32
Kheya: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...Dental program, in which I have a guaranteed spot in their dental school after my bachelor's degree is complete. I have been involved in many activities throughout my undergraduate and high school career, including reading to third graders, teaching juniors how to take the ACT, and editing many essays in college as well. I love aiding other students, even my own peers, and one, it brings me satisfaction when the light bulb finally clicks in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Stacey: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
I am a 6th year teacher who is dedicated to helping students be engaged and interested in their learning.
Education & Certification
Roosevelt University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Hope: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...through 12th grade, but the majority of my classroom teaching time occurred at a local, public high school. I have two undergraduate degrees. One is in English and one is in Journalism. I also have a master's degree in Secondary Curriculum and Instruction. In addition, I have been tutoring for over 20 years! I have worked with ages 5-45. I am a kind and patient tutor who thoroughly enjoys working with students!
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, English
Indiana University-Bloomington - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
Rischelle: Evanston Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Evanston, IL
...student taught at Ravenswood Elementary, working with a diverse learning population in the 4th grade. I love finding ways how to make learning accessible for everyone by using a variety of methods and activities. Finally, the past year I tutored a small group of third graders as they remotely learned in the local public school. I created a learning environment in their homes and provided supplementary materials to not only support their learning, but also...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
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Phonics is an essential skill children need to develop in order to understand the written word and become proficient in reading. It allows children to decode individual letters and understand how they work together to form complex sounds. Studying what sounds letters represent, and then understanding the words represented by the combination of letters, forms the basis of this indispensable ability. By understanding phonics, your child can develop the reading skills they need to succeed in school and in life. If your student needs a helping hand in phonics, the Varsity Tutors educational directors can find an expert phonics tutor in Evanston, IL, to help them realize their potential in their classes.
Children need to be instructed in phonics from an early age so that they can develop an understanding of the patterns that translate spoken words into written language. Being able to identify the sounds that the alphabet represents is the starting point a child's reading education. Once they know the what letters characterize, they can sound out words and learn to begin to understand writing. A focused, sequential approach to phonics education has been proven to be the most efficient approach to developing an understanding of reading. Varsity Tutors' educational directors can help you connect with a professional phonics tutor in Evanston, IL, who can guide your child's education as they learn to read.
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