Top Social Studies Tutors serving Elgin

Rebecca: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...tutored various subjects and levels for over four years, but I have the most experience working with students in high school and college mathematics. My favorite thing about tutoring is that no matter how many times I have worked on a certain topic or idea, students will always a new way to approach it.
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 34

Christopher: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...city of Chicago. After this excellent opportunity, I attended medical school at Rosalind Franklin University, where I am currently in my fourth year. Throughout my time in medical school, I have been active in tutoring students in a wide variety of subjects. Therefore, I bring around ten years worth of tutoring experience. Through tutoring everything...
Education & Certification
Taylor University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology/Pre Medicine

Vinny: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...teach the "right method" or one that works every time--rather you should expose students to ideas and thoughts and let them choose what is most helpful to them. As a tutor, I have always striven to do only 20-40 percent of the talking in each session and let the students do the work, discovering their...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Drama

Susan: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...needs for engagement are at the forefront. Daily, I educate students who learn differently, and success has come to my students when I scaffold to make the abstract more concrete. I have incorporated tactile boards, sky writing, active movement, as well as many anchoring visuals. Such student success has also come through a gradual release...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Saint Xavier University - Master of Science, Teaching and Leadership

Jason: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...solving a math problem; however, many teachers are negligent of other possible ways of solving a problem due to the lack of time in class, thus they only present one method of solving a problem. Not every student can solve a problem using the same method; I have become aware of this as many of...
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Business Management

Omar: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...and English. I am also available for test prep tutoring as I have experience helping others get the scores they aimed for. As a tutor, I find it my responsibility to not only help students understand material, but also act as a guide in order to equip students with the right study skills and advice...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Michael: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am a Computer Science student at UIUC who loves to help others. I have experience from being the oldest out of four and often helping my younger siblings with their school work.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Matthew: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am a historian, currently working on my PhD at Loyola University Chicago. I have over six years experience as a tutor or instructor, and have helped hundreds of students improve their writing and score higher on essays and exams. I am engaging, encouraging, and skilled at individualizing instruction.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Tyler - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Social Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720

Ebadur: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
My goal is to make sure the student will understand the material and to be successful in the classroom while being an independent thinker.
Education & Certification
Elmhurst College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Pacific College - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Anna: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...Holyoke College, 2 semesters of experience tutoring college level ecology, and experience working professionally as a field biologist. I believe in making the sciences accessible and enjoyable to all types of learners. I also have a strong background in math and enjoy working with students struggling to keep up with the mathematical aspects of their...
Education & Certification
Mount Holyoke College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 700

Anna: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...goals they have. I believe that following one's interests is the best way to learn how to apply new skills and concepts, so I try to customize all of my lessons to each student I teach. I'm more focused on skill-building and strategizing, rather than rote memorization, to help students reach their academic goals, because...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Nicholas: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am a professional writer and media analyst who excels in finding innovative strategies to enhance learning. I am especially skilled at identifying problem areas in understanding and helping students achieve full comprehension of key material during their sessions.... My teaching philosophy is that anything can be taught to anyone, as long as it is broken down in the right way for that individual student.
Education & Certification
Seton Hall University - Current Undergrad, Modern Languages
Seton Hall University - Current Grad Student, Diplomacy & International Relations
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730

Devanshi: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am willing to tailor my tutoring to the needs of any students interested in pursuing subjects of my expertise and improving their overall retention of knowledge and academic skills.
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon Unives - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 790

Liani: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am a Senior at Illinois Institute of Technology. I major in physics and astronomy and minor in political science. I'm curious, creative, and passionate about learning and mentorship; helping every star shine bright! I adored the 3 years I have spent tutoring students ages 5-50 in subjects ranging from computer science to swimming!
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Astrophysics
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Astrophysics
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 700

Grace: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...at. I am currently tutoring in a number of areas, I am most passionate and knowledgable in all areas of English and in U.S. History. I am also a great tutor for most subjects K-6. I believe that education is for everyone and that everyone deserves to feel like they belong in the academic world....
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General

Marijke: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...passionate learner. I recently graduated from the doctoral program in Anthropology at the University of Arizona. I love what I do and I love to learn. I believe its important to be well-educated on a variety of subjects, to always be learning and open to new experiences, and to speak as many languages as you...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Anthropology
University of Arizona - Current Grad Student, Anthropology

Nancy: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...from my own passion of learning. I am well acquainted with tutoring resources as I have always sought out the tutoring programs at my schools for subjects I've had difficulty with. I am a big advocate of working through problems with students but also making sure that the concept is understood. The best students are...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Economics

Kevin: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...on the field. Not only did I learn the power of tracking progress in order to achieve goals but the seed for my passion in accounting was planted. It was shortly after that I took my first accounting class and learned about the tremendous value accountant's provide to businesses and society as a whole. Consequently,...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-East - Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Grace: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...school English teacher. Before I started teaching, I was a test prep tutor, and clocked hundreds of hours working with high school students on SAT reading and writing and ACT English and reading. I truly enjoy working with students and watching them learn and grow both in my classroom and as a tutor.
Education & Certification
Valparaiso University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Master of Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 31

Mackenzie: Elgin Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Elgin, IL
...in math, science, and English and I love tutoring in each subject equally. Eventually, I see myself going to medical school and researching topics related to viral diseases which I've been interested in since a very young age. I'm very passionate about the subjects I teach and hope to pass my passion on to the...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
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