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Katie: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...that I can. My favorite part of teaching is what I like to call "lightbulb moments", which are moments when a student finally understands something they've been struggling with, and it's as though a little lightbulb goes off in their minds. These moments are what motivate me to do my job and put a smile...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Current Undergrad, Teaching All Learners: Elementary Education and Special Education
ACT English: 33
Armon: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...degree in Graphic Design from Columbia College Chicago. Between earning my two bachelors degrees, I was in the PharmD program at the University of Minnesota. I dropped out halfway through upon realizing that I would not be happy pursuing a career in that field. I enjoy helping students learn and understand subjects ranging from math,...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Columbia College-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design
Spencer: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
My name is Spencer. I began tutoring while going to college at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and I really liked it. Besides tutoring I love basketball, hanging out with my dog, and playing board games with friends.... I believe learning should be fun! Learning in every subject can be fun and engaging, given the proper presentation. I believe that if you are having a good time while you learn, you learn more effectively. Also, learning...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, General Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
LaShonda: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...and Germany. In college, I minored in German. Subsequently, I also enjoy tutoring in German. As an academic, my scholarship has taken me to over seventeen countries, including Austria, Brazil, Denmark, Holland, South Africa, and many, many trips to France and Germany. For the past fifteen years, I have enjoyed a plethora of teaching experiences...
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University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
College of the College of William and Mary - PHD, American Studies
Alyssa: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...Literature, and Drama. I am a strong believer in the importance of education, and I truly strive to instill a genuine curiosity and desire to learn in my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading Shakespeare, trying different types of tea, and playing with my dog, a yellow lab named Jack.
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Columbia College Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 32
Cordell: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...worked over the years with nonprofits, charities, after school programs, and youth mentoring groups. I gained my current level of education, recently a Kennedy-King College A.S. graduate, attended Robert Morris University, and currently on track with 90% completion of my B.S.W. at Governor State University and will start the Masters in Social Work next year...
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City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College - Associate in Arts, Social Work
Kendall: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...University. I am a Louisiana licensed attorney with a JD from Southern University Law Center, and am currently studying for the Illinois Bar Exam. I am happily married with four sons, two of whom have special needs (Autism and Downs). I have a proven track-record of presenting complex topics in an easy format that will...
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Jackson State University - Bachelor in Arts, Urban Studies/Political Science
Southern University Law Center - Juris Doctor, LAW
Andrew: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
My name is A.J. Hubbard and I'm excited to work alongside students to help them cultivate their study strategies, improve their work habits, develop their critical writing and reading skills, and prepare for important tests and assignments. I am an avid writer, reader, and history buff who prioritizes the long-term development of student learning strategies.
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Union College - Bachelor in Arts, History
Erika: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. I also believe that learning can be fun!
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Governors State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Eman: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...Candidate with a passion for teaching students. While I tutor various subjects, I am passionate about English, Literature, and Math. In my experience I have helped struggling students read with fluency. I believe that education is necessary for improved quality of life and opens up many different opportunities. In my free time I enjoy hanging...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Sophia: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
I graduated with a Neuroscience degree from University of Illinois at Chicago. I love teaching and helping students! I am super dedicated to the advancement of education equality for all. I like to breakdown complex topics into simple terms for my students to understand and actually enjoy their material. I love to teach science!!
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Maimuna: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...sciences as well. In my experience helping college students with Organic Chemistry, expressing complex ideas in a couple sentences or diagrams is the most rewarding part of my work since it yields the most excited responses. I am a firm believer in the 'growth mindset,' where a topic deemed difficult is one that will become...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Aesha: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...strengths pertain to science and math. Growing up, I participated in the math team during middle school and high school. I have previously tutored in high school chemistry and high school algebra. My previous students benefitted from tutoring as a significant letter grade increase was noticeable after several tutoring sessions. My tutoring style is very...
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DePaul University - Current Undergrad Student, Health Sciences, General
Eric: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...for professional and collegiate sports teams. Most recently, I led research projects on constitutional design and judicial independence for the current dean of the law school at the University of Washington in St. Louis. My approach to tutoring is to meet students where they are whenever possible. Whereas one-on-one settings permit individualized lesson plans tailored...
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Brandeis University - Master of Public Policy, United States Government and Politics
Arizona State University - Doctor of Laws, Law Enforcement Administration
Orest: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...knowledge with everyone. I have been a volunteer educator since high school, teaching mathematics, geography, English, and history at grade schools in Chicago. Most recently, I worked as a senior health educator with the peer health exchange in high schools across New York City. I can't wait to keep the ball rolling with you!
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Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Pete: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...students first hand. Combining a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It is my personal wish that if a student has a special need, I...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor
Nancy: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...on the transition into the college life and the new study skills that that requires. My passion from helping students would have to stem 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....
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Kathryn: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...I came to UChicago after six years in education so I could qualify to teach at the tertiary level. I already have a Master's of Education in Secondary History, and confirmed to myself over six years of teaching, tutoring, and mentoring that education is where I belong. It has been quite difficult not having any...
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Boston University - Bachelors, History
Boston College - Masters, Secondary Education, History
GRE Verbal: 162
Lucas: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...school and undergraduate levels with an emphasis on patience, focusing on their needs, and enhancing their ability to communicate in written form transparently and professionally. In other words, my goal is to teach students how to express their ideas and arguments with clarity and authority, skills that I believe will best serve them in the...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Social Sciences
Alex: Highland Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Highland, IN
...can read Latin, German, and Greek. In my ideal job I serve as a medium to help people develop their interests and ideas; at the same time, I love having the opportunity to engage in in-depth discussions, brain-storming, and critical thinking. In the future, I hope to expand my skill-set to include STEM based subjects...
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Reed College - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
University of California-Santa Barbara - Master of Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 32
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