
Christopher: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
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...the bulk of my work, including my senior honors thesis, concerned the adverse of effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on the developing hippocampal region of the brain. After graduating, I served a year, full time, as an Americorps member with City Year, tutoring and mentoring 7th and 8th grade students in the Englewood Community of...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology

Katie: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
...for two years, coordinating a mentor program for first year college students, working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college students, focusing on topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
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Molly: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
...of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and Tutor, I focus on problem solving; developing real, concrete skills...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education

Daria: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
...a program, run by the French government, to teach English in France. I spent a year in the eastern town of Belfort helping French students ages 15 - 20 with their English grammar and pronunciation. While there, I took advantage of the school holidays and traveled to several different European countries. After my contract finished,...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature

David: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
...learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the...
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Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
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Andrew: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
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...in Chicago. I am a founding member of First Floor Theater, a Chicago storefront theater company that is in its third season. I've tutored for several private clients in the past, of a variety of age ranges and backgrounds. I've tutored a variety of subjects, ranging from Science to Spanish. Additionally, I teach acting classes...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Theater and Performance Studies / English Language and Literature (double major)

Zach: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
...area, I simply couldn't resist also enrolling at Columbia College Chicago to pursue studies in Acoustics. At Northern, I tutored various subjects for two years and grew to love the act of teaching and sharing knowledge. I especially enjoy working on test prep, mathematics and writing as these are, from my point of view, the...
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Northern Illinois University - Unknown, Music Performance

Brandon: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
I'm a 4th year at the University of Chicago, and I love teaching. I'm elated to help others learn and gain confidence in subjects that may not be their strong suit today. Also, I want to give students the tools to succeed in subjects outside of what we directly cover. ... When I teach someone something, I want them to know the material well enough that they feel comfortable teaching it to someone else.
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology

Kris: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
...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

Lea: Park Ridge Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
I believe that every student can master any subject if they are given the right tools. I specialize in reading comprehension, essay writing and research papers. I care deeply about the personal goals of my students, and love to watch my students' progress!
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University of Illiniois at Chicago - Bachelors, Theatre Design (minor: Art History)
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