Top Social Studies Tutors serving Naperville
 
Graham: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
I 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 surveying the skies with my telescope by night.
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor of Science, Astronomy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 36
 
Vinny: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...hours of fictional adventures that felt so real we would completely lose track of our time, wrapped in our own magical world. At the age of five, I had no idea that such behavior could lead to a rewarding life focus in education. So my passion for theatre began at an early agewhether it was the elementary school plays where I devoted hundreds of after-school hours to rehearsing and performing classic childrens fairy tale stories...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Drama
 
Cheryl: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
Hello! 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 student!
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Middle School Teaching
National Louis University - Masters in Education, Special Education
 
Khushal: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...standardized exams, including the AP exams and the ACT. I think every individual learns differently, so my biggest goal is to individualize every session to the best approach for each student. Anyone I tutor, I am fully invested in their progress and growth, so I care that all the material learned really clicks, makes sense, and is applicable. In addition to standardized exams, I also can help with college admissions, including editing essays.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
 
Kiara: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
I'm a recent college graduate who specializes in writing and editing papers. Outside of writing and the humanities, I love math and science. When I'm not researching, reading books, or writing, I am hanging out with my dog and creating music somewhere.
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, African American Studies
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Science: 33
 
Caroline: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...Rome and was - like in some movie - stunned to physically feel that I was putting MY foot somewhere Julius Caesar had once put HIS foot. It wasn't just possible - it was a fact. I have never recovered! It is this sort of a-ha moment that I hope my students find. I approach each student question as having multiple ways to get to the answer and, as a former college math major, I...
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelors, History; Classics
University of Wisconsin-Madison - PHD, Art History
 
Ella: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...I am hoping to attend law school in the future and pursue a career as an immigration defense attorney. I tutor a variety of subjects such as Spanish, English, and Government, but I am interested in many other subjects as well. I love working with kids and have experience tutoring from the elementary to the highschool age range. Additionally, I have worked as a summer camp counselor since eighth grade, and more recently I have...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology - Bachelor, Public Policy and Spanish
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 31
 
Anne: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...a high school English Composition Class. This involved reading the assigned topics along with the students, helping them form their thesis statements and then assisting them in writing a high quality essay. Many of my students used their work as part of the entrance requirements to colleges and universities in the United States. My philosophy is to do what will meet my student's needs the best. For example, one of my students is studying for...
Education & Certification
Lake Forest College - Bachelor in Arts, History
 
Vianna: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...I also have 10+ years of experience in 2-D art and 3+ years in digital illustration. I've spent the last 2 years teaching English as a cultural ambassador in Japan and Taiwan. Although most of my career thus far has been in ESL teaching, I am most passionate about social science, cultural studies, illustration, and writing. Throughout all of my travels and experiences, I have held the firm belief that education is the key to...
Education & Certification
Mercyhurst College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Social Sciences
 
Peter: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...functioning students with autism in a therapeutic school for over four years. My teaching experience was very enjoyable, but highly frustrating as well. We worked hard to change behaviors and motivate progress academically and socially. Unfortunately we did not always have the support of families, and in order to really progress expectations in the home and at school need to be on the same page. I look forward to working with students who really want...
Education & Certification
Roosevelt University - Bachelors, Special Education
ACT Math: 31
 
Warisha: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...Research Scholar and I worked at Harvard University as a Research Assistant, where I focused on international conflict resolution research. Over the years, my teaching experience has spanned various subject matters and students. I peer tutored during my high school and college days. I virtually tutored business education courses to school-aged entrepreneurs from forty different countries. I taught advanced English speaking and grammar courses to Syrian Refugees in Istanbul. I have led executive education classes...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Government
University of Cambridge - Master of Arts, International Relations
 
Izola: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...and an Associates Degree in Early Education from Richard J. Daley College. For the last 6 years, I have taught students art, social studies, math, writing, reading and music in Chicago Public Grade Schools. My approach to learning is all inclusive to the world around us and fun. I have also taught Adults in Real Estate and Painting workshops. My outside interests include Art exhibiting, Music, Writing plays, Radio Hosting and spending time with my...
Education & Certification
Chicago State University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fine and Studio Arts Management
 
Elizabeth: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...Delta National Honors Society named me as "Faculty of the Year" in 2000. Even before "experiential learning" became a clich, I was providing "hands-on," sensory-based activities for my students; before "diversity training" became a mandate, I exposed my students to texts which focused on racism, sexism, homophobia, colonialism and anti-Semitism; years before the English speaking world caught onto the pedagogical theories of Paulo Freire, I insisted on student-centered learning, creating a safe environment in which...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
DePaul University - Masters, English & Linguistics/ Also hold TESOL credentials from College of Teachers, U.K.
University of Malta - PHD, Theology
 
James: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...learning, segmentation, structural equation modeling, and text analytics. I have also personally used SPSS software in my own research for over 40 years. For my Ph.D. dissertation, I used SPSS to analyze public opinion polls to identify the key drivers of why Americans voted the way they did in Presidential elections. I also used SPSS software to analyze election data for a number of papers I presented at conferences, including the Social Science Research History...
Education & Certification
Knox College - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Illinois at Chicago - Doctor of Philosophy, History
 
Marshall: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...working with students to improve their writing skills. I earned my undergraduate degree from Indiana University where I obtained a B.S. in Applied Health Science, majoring in Human Development and Family Studies. Currently, I'm preparing to enroll in a Masters program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling next fall (still trying to settle on a school). I hope to use this degree to address the burgeoning mental health crisis among children. I worked as a tutor...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
 
Om: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
Hello there, my name is Om and I'll be your instructor for whatever subject you might need. Since I'm just a college student, I might be 18, but mentally I'm still just like you. I understand what it's like to be a student and crave academic success. I'll always be there for you as both an instructor and a mentor for anything you might need.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 760
 
Juan: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...highschool. I also have 5 younger siblings who I help with their school. I primarly enjoy tutoring in any math or science subject since I am an engineer, I am very well versed in these materials and that I can tutor these materials at any level. When I tutor I feel like it is important to see how a student learns and adjusting my style to help them better understand the material because not everyone...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
SAT Math: 770
 
Goodwin: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...valuable experience and has taught me that each person learns differently and what works for one person may not work for another. This has taught me to flexible and modify my tutoring approach based on the tutee. Since I just graduated high school, I can empathize better with other high school students and build a personal connection that can aid in creating the perfect learning environment for the tutee. I enjoy working with students to...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Philosophy, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 770
 
Karan: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...bachelor's degree in Neuroscience. I have five years of experience teaching math, biology, english and other subjects to K-12 and college students. I have learned that students understand the material easily when explained using pictures, flow charts and videos. I try to inculcate small activities to keep my students actively engaged during sessions. I personally create a study plan for each student depending on their needs. I'm passionate about teaching and helping students come to...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Trinity University - Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine
 
Mike: Naperville Social Studies tutor
Certified Social Studies Tutor in Naperville, IL
...you can learn more about how your subject relates to individuals. You can see growth up close, and the success of your students is a wonderful thing. That's why I like tutoring so much. When I'm not tutoring, teaching, or reading (a huge hobby of mine), I try to be outdoors. I love mountains and hiking. Since Illinois lacks mountains, I try to make the most of the hiking. I also like to explore city...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Chicago - Masters, Political Theory
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