
Katie: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to 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...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris

Jack: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, 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.... I'm big on listening. It's my job to hear what a...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre

Brandon: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, 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.... We would...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology

Christopher: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...Year, tutoring and mentoring 7th and 8th grade students in the Englewood Community of Chicago in 1-on-1 and small group settings. I am currently working toward a TEFL certification that would allow me to teach English as a foreign language abroad. With Varsity Tutors, I tutor a wide range of subjects including biology, algebra, and English, as well as ACT and GRE prep. I employ a student-centered teaching style, encouraging students to think independently and...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology

Kunwal: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...a Pakistani-American who was shaped by both the streets of Punjab, Pakistan and NYC. I graduated from the Macaulay Honors College with a BA in Biology and Boston University School of Medicine with my MD. I am passionate about empowering all students to feel confident in their ability to learn and conquer tests using test prep strategies and insights. I have years of experience teaching test prep (SHSAT, PSAT, SAT, MCAT, USMLEs) and specialize in...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Boston University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Evan: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...first, Calculus is just as easy as the math that came before it. I also enjoy helping students learn to get comfortable with standardized tests like the ACT. I keep both of us in a good mood so that the test doesn't seem as frustrating as it used to be for them. The change in a student's outlook when they start enjoying what they are doing always cheers me up. In addition to tutoring and...
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William Jewell College - Bachelor in Arts, Music

Tere: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...a fully certified as a bilingual elementary school teacher, with degrees and certifications from the University of Arizona. After graduating in 2015 I decided to put 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...
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University of Arizona - Unknown, Bilingual Education

Sonjanita: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...especially as it relates to the use of new media technologies. All children can learn! All children are intelligent! My job is to help them feel secure in who they are as students and as individuals; while working to build their love of learning. I am a lifelong learner that enjoys working with Pre-K through adult learners. I currently hold an Ed.S degree in Administration & Supervision from National Louis University, an M.Ed in Curriculum...
Education & Certification
University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
State Certified Teacher

Rebecca: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...academic level, but also in our personal lives; the ability to reason through a problem and understand the flow of an argument will help any student inside or outside the classroom. As a teacher, I aim to build confidence in my students and decrease anxiety about any difficulties that may arise with the subject matter. I do not believe there is any such thing as a bad question, and strive to make sure my students...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, Philosophy
Illinois Institute of Technology - Masters, Applied Mathematics

Eddie: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...work with learners from all over the world and at every level of English. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2009 and double-majored in Theatre & Drama and German. I studied abroad in Bonn, Germany, and then lived in Hamburg for four years. While in Germany, I was certified German Level C1 from the Goethe Institut. Language learning has always been a passion of mine, along with traveling and broadening my horizons. In...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Theatre & Drama / German

Rachel: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...Education. Since graduation, I have taught high school English, taught 5th and 6th grade Art, tutored elementary and middle school students, worked and taught at an orphanage in Cambodia, and am currently working in a 5th grade classroom. While I tutor a wide-range of subjects, I most enjoy teaching English, Literature, Math, and Art. When I am not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy playing tennis and volleyball, doing art projects, reading, writing, and exploring the...
Education & Certification
Goshen College - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher

Brandon: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...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 to a successful academic career is the ability to learn 'how to learn'. In other...
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Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Toronto - PHD, History

Adrianne: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...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 AP; English Writing, Reading Comprehension and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and test preparation for GRE, ACT, SAT as well as state-mandated tests in Illinois and...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelors, Social Science, Latin American Studies
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Bilingual Education/Secondary Education

Galen: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...them. By allowing each student’s interests to guide how they learn the information, I help them to understand and remember the material rather than just complete the problem in front of them. I am passionate about teaching and flexible in my approach. If something is not working, I believe that it is my job as a tutor to adjust my methods—not the student’s job to conform to them. I use my students’ strengths to help...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English, Creative Writing
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Daria: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...of the school holidays and traveled to several different European countries. After my contract 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 unique style. For test prep, I...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature

Jessica: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...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 communities throughout the city, tutored students looking to complete their GED examination, and provided health education in various capacities throughout the south and west sides communities....
Education & Certification
Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Public Health, Community Health Sciences

Sarah: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...of all ages on various subjects. I have previously tutored students from pre-K to college age in subjects ranging from pre-reading/phonics skills, language arts, basic Spanish and study skills to high level math and college test prep. I have a bachelor's in elementary education with endorsements in early childhood and reading and a minor in general business. I have taught eight grade, fourth grade, kindergarten and pre-school. My favorite part about teaching is watching those...
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelors, Elementary education

Taryn: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...passionate about science and math at all levels and I am a down-to-earth and compassionate teacher. My tutoring style is adapted to each student to focus on the specific areas of improvement. One size does not fit all, so why teach that way! There is nothing better than seeing a student's eyes light up when problems come together, which is partially why I especially love word problems. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and...
Education & Certification
Pepperdine University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Northwestern University - PHD, Chemistry

Lauren: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...range of skills. I've taught special and regular education, served as an IB essay advisor, and have instructed students in a variety of subjects; including History, English, and Chemistry. I love working with students one-on-one and I love the process of getting to know a student's individual learning style. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, History
National Louis University - Masters, MAT

Renee: Wheaton Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Wheaton, IL
...and I do this as a hobby for myself and friends. Anytime I can find something in my house to sand down and repaint or refinish I take on the project as well. I love learning and expressing myself creatively because it forces me to look at things in a new way and create something that simply wasn't there before. I also like to build creativity in the classroom (or tutoring session) since creative thinking...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Art History
Roosevelt University - Current Grad Student, Secondary Education, English
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