Top Phonics Tutors serving Western Springs
Ben: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...from math to music theory to test prep, I hope to draw on my multidisciplinary background to effectively give each student a solid understanding of the subject matter at hand. Overall I am very easy going and enjoy working will all age groups and at all academic levels. I look forward to the challenges and...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
Katie: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves are math and English (especially grammar). I truly believe my sincere energy and enthusiasm can help make students excited about learning. I welcome questions and value honesty while tutoring. My personal interests include international education, traveling, hiking, camping, and Notre Dame football.
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33
Daria: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...finished, I spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students and helping them realize the subtle nuances of the author's language. I also enjoy helping my students with their own writing, helping them find their...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Jack: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Jessica: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...classroom learning simply because the teacher can personalize their lessons to fit each student. Moreover, as long as the student really does want to master the material, even lofty goals are reachable given enough time and a breakdown of the material into small pieces. When both parties are willing to put in effort, it’s hard...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Tere: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...teaching on hold and pursue my passion of travel. I have been working as a flight attendant for United Airlines since June of 2015 and am planning to do this for the foreseeable future. That being said, I really miss teaching and am looking for way to immerse myself back into the education field part-time.
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Unknown, Bilingual Education
Tess: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...addition to working with middle and high school students, I regularly tutored fellow undergraduates in Geology, Astronomy, and Oceanography classes. I tutor a variety of subjects, including standardized test preparation. I am most passionate about earth science and astronomy, but I find all tutoring work exciting. It is a privilege to work with students and...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelor of Science, Geological Sciences
GRE Verbal: 168
Dominique: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...and a heightened self-esteem. Tutoring is an opportunity to be a role model, and even in a short session, quality interactions leave a lasting impact. I have a variety of interests: I love to exercise, read, spend time with family and friends, and travel both domestically and internationally. I look forward to sharing my knowledge...
Education & Certification
University of Utah - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Ballet, minor in Psychology
University of Colorado Boulder - Master of Arts, Journalism
Aline: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...games and computer-based tutoring. Even though I have a strong background in English, I can also tutor elementary to middle school math. My favorite subject to tutor is Math because understanding the basics opens up a whole new world of numbers to explore. I am very patient so I don’t mind giving my students a...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science
Adrianne: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...and middle school-age students and helping them achieve their academic potential. My tutoring experience extends back more than a decade. Since early high school, I have tutored both peers and younger students. My students have included special education, gifted, English Language Learners, music/arts students and students with disabilities. I have tutored math up to Calculus...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelors, Social Science, Latin American Studies
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Bilingual Education/Secondary Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Hayat: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...my favorite subject, for I'm treated to an engaging story in every class. I believe in a constructivist approach to learning, and will act as a guide for the student to learn, explore and wonder. Lecturing does not engage the student in learning, and will hinder their progress, so I make it a point to...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Education, Instructional Leadership
Kandice: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...and areas of improvement, and create lasting and powerful learning experiences. I always find relevant, hands on ways to engage students in learning, resulting in improved performance. I am tutor in a variety of subjects, but am most excited about Reading, Writing, Phonics, Elementary Math, Study Skills,and Public Speaking. In my spare time I enjoy...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Pyschology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Teaching
Blake: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...in late 2015, and now recruit public school teachers for one of the largest urban, public school districts in the country, Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize in standardized test prep, English grammar and essay structure, and all levels of EFL instruction. It's a pleasure to meet you, and I look forward...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelors, History of Art and Architecture
John: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...years have been fun and interesting. In college, I was a part time tutor for our university's tutoring center, tutoring other college students and helping them with their language and writing skills. I have also participated in various after-school tutoring programs and standardized-test tutoring programs. Education is important to me, and it is important to...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
Nick: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...with which we share knowledge and ideas about all of them. While my primary specialty is tutoring in writing and reading, I am also available for tutoring in mathematics, history, the social sciences, and ACT/SAT preparation. I have a Master of Arts in English from Ohio University. I received my bachelor's from Ohio State and...
Education & Certification
Ohio State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Ohio University - Master of Arts, English
ACT English: 31
ACT Science: 32
SAT Math: 730
Jessica: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...served as a math tutor for fellow students during my undergraduate degree, and lived in Costa Rica for almost two years where I became fluent in Spanish and worked as an ESL instructor for both children and adults. During my 10 years in Chicago, I have worked as an ESL instructor for adults in various...
Education & Certification
Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Public Health, Community Health Sciences
Molly: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...strategies, and overall thinking needed to fully understand how and why we can come to certain answers. My goal is not to help students to merely get a good grade on the next quiz, but to help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Brandon: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, 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.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology
ACT English: 33
Zach: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...essential skills towards navigating today's world. I also have extensive background in the higher levels of music theory, which I'm always happy to share. In tutoring, I am very insistent on simplifying and strategizing. There are only so many ways of approaching any given problem - together, we'll work to find the best one.
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Unknown, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Karina: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
...by a minor in Spanish language. I have a Master's degree in Media Communications from Governor's State University and continuing education studies in Education, Psychology, Sociology, and Social Studies. My experience with youth is not limited to the classroom. I am heavily involved with the Lions Club at the local, district, and state levels. My...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois - Unknown, French
Governors State University - Master of Arts, Mass Communications
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