Top Social Studies Tutors serving Aurora

Parag: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...as a writer and critical thinker. I hope to help students do the same as a tutor. My teaching philosophy is simple: work with students to get them to connect the concepts together to solve a problem or understand an idea. If you can visualize each fundamental point and connect the dots in your head,...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science and International Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 34

Julian: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...year with 5 out 16 being able to recognize the Alphabet and count beyond 10. The year ended with all but 1 reading at a second grade level and adding and subtracting double digits. 5 students ended the year reading at a 3rd grade level. I also taught in a Montessori school in inner-city Kansas...
Education & Certification
Graceland University-Lamoni - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Emily: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...writing, reading comprehension, and editing (for any age group!). While I am extensively familiar with a variety of teaching styles (from my degree and volunteer experiences), my tutoring style is unique because I am able to connect with students at their level and then strategically show them how to improve through examples and practice. Admittedly,...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government

Angeles: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...and providing in-home private tutoring throughout college. I strongly believe in teaching each student specifically to their educational needs, but also tailored to their individual learning habits. I personally always find that I learn the most when the topic is related to my life outside of the classroom (or lecture hall). I then can assess...
Education & Certification
University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
University of Central Florida - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Hannah: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...of understanding students on an individual basis and adapting my approach to fit their needs. My work in the special education field has taught me that flexibility and patience are key when working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy playing piano and ukulele, cooking, and practicing digital art on my iPad. I am...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 35

Graham: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...am a freshman at the University of Colorado Boulder majoring in astrophysics and chemistry with a 4.00 GPA. I have been passionate about science and STEM topics my whole life, focusing on them in both high school and college classes. In my free time, you can usually find me exploring forest preserves by day and...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor of Science, Astronomy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 36

Tali: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...all! I began my love for tutoring when I had gotten a job as a babysitter for young kids when I moved back home. I initially majored in Accounting at the University of Missouri but have since then switched programs and am currently an undergraduate student studying Psychology and Computer Science at Northeastern Illinois University!
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Paige: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...degree at Chicago State University; My major is psychology, and my minor is CMAT. (Put on hold currently.) I have experience in working with students who have High Functioning Autism and Autism Type 1. The subjects that I tutor are Psychology, College Level American History, High School Level American History, English and Learning Differences. My...
Education & Certification
Chicago State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Bianca: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...as both a tutor and a classroom aide for the past two years, helping students from the elementary to the high school levels. My academic specialties lie primarily in the areas of social science, literature, and grammar, and I have experience working with college essays and ACT testing. I would consider myself to be reliable,...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 34

Oliver : Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...word, among other subjects. I discovered the joys of teaching as a volunteer tutor to local high school students, helping my tutees fine-tune essays, read critically, and digest core historical and political concepts. After identifying gaps in learning, I guide my students in a patient and individualized manner so that they can achieve their academic...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Journalism, International Relations
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 710

Cheryl: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...I have been a teacher for the past 15 years with experience in both special education and general education. I have expertise across the content areas but have degrees in English and History. I am also very adept at making modifications and accommodations for students of various learning styles. I'd love to work with your...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Middle School Teaching
National Louis University - Masters in Education, Special Education

Nicholas: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...the University of Chicago. As a University tutor, I've worked with every one from first graders to PhD students. I'm an expert in the humanities and anything that involves reading or writing -- including history, literature, philosophy, and more! I also have several years of experience working with children and have taught in elementary and...
Education & Certification
Illinois Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Philosophy

Matthew: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...how and why something is the way it is through questions and suggestions. Since the appearance of COVID-19 and the stress it has caused on the average American classroom, I have had a desire to help students learn and grow through supplemental tutoring. Education, particularly in math and science, is incredibly important and I hope...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Ryan: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...master's Program for Writers, where I will enter the doctoral program this year. Over the past two years I have worked as a professional tutor at a local private tutoring company in addition to Varsity Tutors and enjoy teaching now more than ever. I care so much about all of my students and want every...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Arts Teaching, English

Luke: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...of the improvements my students made towards clear self-expression in speaking and writing (which was reflected in high TOEFL scores). I've got a knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance...
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Gerardo: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...test when that student feels like they're "no good" at that subject, and no one has shown them otherwise? And the number of hard-working parents who know what their children are capable of find themselves having the same converstion over and over again. "If you just applied yourself..." Students who apply themselves are students who...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Bilingual Education
ACT Reading: 31

Abigail: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...that they are bright in their own ways. I received my B.A. from Skidmore College, with a double major in Political Science and Spanish, and a double minor in Intergroup Relations and Honors Forum. I have been teaching for over 8 years, and love helping students see themselves as bright, creative, and intelligent individuals that...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Matthew: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...impactful way. I believe that my experience working with a variety of students and abilities has allowed me to reach students and inspire them to reach their potential and develop a true love for learning. When I am not working with students, I love playing and watching basketball and reading Harry Potter.
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, International Affairs

Christina: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...potential and help my students become confident and independent readers and writers. My approach is grounded in the Orton Gillingham method, which is a structured, multisensory, and sequential approach to teaching reading and writing. I believe that this approach is highly effective because it is tailored to the individual needs of each student. I take...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Northern Illinois University - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Sana: Aurora Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Aurora, IL
...their education. I have been an online tutor for over three years, teaching subjects ranging from elementary basics to middle school math to high school essays! My favorite subject to tutor is Writing because I have been a writer for over six years. I love teaching students about analytical Writing, reading, and comprehension skills.
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
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