
Ilana: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...musician. In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs. As an opera singer, I have studied Spanish, Italian, French and German and am accordingly fascinated by the etymology of words in my own cobbled-together language. I also have a special...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science

Katelin: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...one-on-one attention to each student and helping each student 'learn how they learn'. This not only helps them achieve their current goals in our sessions, but also helps them in their future goals and study habits. I have been providing education to students for the past ten years. I am a certified middle school, high...
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University of Illinois - Bachelor of Science, Communication
National Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Masters in Teaching Secondary Science

Ben: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...volunteered to serve as a tutor for underprivileged students in Revive’s Homework Help Program. I graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Economics in May 2013 and am currently a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Mathematics Education (Ma.M.Ed.) program at Depaul University. My background in math, along with my...
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University of Michigan - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
DePaul University - Masters, Mathematics Education

Najla: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...a number of teaching workshops at the University of Washington and Columbia University, as well as a course in pedagogy. Throughout this time, I continued to tutor K-12 students as well, and am comfortable working with students of all ages. Most importantly, however, I absolutely love working with students, and have a sincere passion and...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Washington , Columbia University - PHD, History

Kelly: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...be a student support resource teacher in order to focus on meeting the individual needs of specific students. I am also beginning classes for my Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement. I am patient, prepared, and always working to find new, fun ways for students to understand challenging concepts. If you are looking to boost your child's...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Elementary Education

Lindsey: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...with students of varying abilities and I'm skilled at assessing needs, deficiencies, and meeting students where they're at. Being in academia for the majority of my life, I know what concepts are important for students to understand not only for academic success, but for genuine understanding of subject matter and future use.
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SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Biology
University of California-Merced - Master of Science, Environmental Engineering

Andrew: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...AP Calculus AB, AP Statistics, and Finite Math) and prepared students for the ACT, SAT, SAT subject tests, AP exams, and college placement exams. When tutoring, I will start by showing students good examples and all the steps, but by the end of the session, the student is showing me all the steps without any...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Math
Northwestern University - Masters, Math Education

Jasmine: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...my goal to design engaging curricula and educational experiences that encourage rigor, a love for learning, and a quest for innovation. A recent client earned a perfect score on the HSPT and others have seen growth both in their knowledge of Math & Science skills as well as their grades in those content areas.
Education & Certification
Howard University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
School of the Art Insitute of Chicago - Masters in Education, Arts, General

April: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...excited. Math doesn't have to be as hard as some make it. I try to make it as easy and understandable as possible. I have more than 12 years of experience tutoring high school and college students in math, from algebra to calculus. My favorite kind of math is Algebra. I have memorized every formula...
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Missouri Southern State University - Bachelors, Environmental Health

Krishna: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...at the top of my college and law school class and passed the California Bar on the first try. Reflecting upon my varied jobs, I realize that inherent in each one is a responsibility to train and teach others. That responsibility, simultaneously humbling and exhilarating, is where my passion lies. I love using my education...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Political Science and Philosophy
University of San Diego - school of law - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Jena: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...they taught me not for school, but for life. I tutor because my experiences have shown me that I too have the ability to help students gain long-lasting academic achievement and the tools that will help them on their path long after I'm around. I want to help them sharpen the tools in their arsenal...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Communications- Radio/Television/Film
Northwestern University - Medill School of Journalism - Masters, Reporting

John: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...Studies, and Social Work. I believe in the potential for any student to achieve an A in every course and in every assignment. More so than a grade, my goal is to help students fall in love with the process of learning. Feedback from successful students has allowed me to recognize how effective the approaches...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work

Alexandra: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...learning with my clients. Additionally, I was fortunate to study abroad in Madrid for five months and have minored in Spanish. My hobbies include writing, dance and music. My goal as a tutor is to create individualized plans to target strengths and weaknesses and foster academic success. Additionally, I want to give my students the...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education (minors: Spanish and Psychology)

Lee: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...a tutor, I have had students ranging from sophomores in high school to adults transitioning into a new career. My Engineering curriculum at Northwestern was heavily centered around Math, Chemistry, Biology and Physics, so I can work with a student on more than one class at a time. I also have a lot of experience...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Adrianna: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...me, as soon as I began to write about things I was passionate about on an individual level, I was able to unlock a lot of creativity. If students write about what they know, rather than what they think someone would like to hear, they often become much more authentic writers. I love to watch...
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Policy Studies

Mike: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...utilize these abilities in interpreting and interacting with the world around them. I believe that liberal education is one of the great pillars of democracy and civil society. If I can help young people understand and assess academic material, achieve their academic goals, and appropriate what they learn to apply it to their own lives...
Education & Certification
The University of San Francisco - Bachelors, European History
The University of Chicago - PHD, History (History of Ideas and Modern German History)

Kevin: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...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 being successful academically and professionally, but also capable of enriching one’s life experiences. In my spare time, I enjoy playing guitar, skateboarding, and...
Education & Certification
Univeristy of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Alyssa: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...the Wisconsin Southeast Girl Scout Branch in both their offices and residential summer camps, as well as spent time as an Assistant Director with the Forest Park Drama Club. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and Drama. I am a strong believer in the importance of...
Education & Certification
Columbia College Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education

Jennifer: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...believe strongly in teaching “to the student,” and therefore adapt my teaching to fit each individual’s needs and learning styles. By pinpointing and addressing students’ weaknesses and creating a comfortable, nurturing environment in which they can learn, I work to help students solidify their knowledge base and learn how to learn. In my free time,...

Remington: Elgin ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Elgin, IL
...lab at the University of Maryland, College Park. My tutoring style is pretty relaxed. In my experience, if someone knows what question to ask then they are already pretty close to the answer; they just need a push in the right direction. I like to help people talk through the problems. My job is to...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Criminology
University of Chicago - PHD, Physics
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