Top Summer Tutors serving Chicago Ridge
Matt: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...comprehension in preparation for standardized tests, as well as in other coursework. I also enjoy teaching Spanish, in which I am proficient. I lived in Seville, Spain during the fall of 2014, and I believe that repeated conversation practice is one of the best ways to learn a language. I also enjoy watching and playing...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Biology, Spanish
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Alice: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...I am excited about the opportunity to pass my love of learning on to my students. I believe that every student has the capacity to engage with even the most challenging material, as long as they have the right guidance. The process of learning should be rewarding, and I think that it is never too...
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SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy, Politics, Law
Katelynn: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
I am a young, vibrant teacher with a strong passion for education. I believe that education is the most powerful tool anyone can have, and I am here to help your student find success and confidence! Motivating and inspiring students is my favorite (and most important) part of my job.
Education & Certification
Bradley University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University - Current Grad Student, Curriculum and Instruction with Teacher Leader Endorsement
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 32
Anna: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...on what makes tutoring effective. In addition to teaching the academics of the subject, I find it important to identify the obstacles to learning the child may be experiencing (such as anxiety, testing environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation...
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New York University - Bachelors, Psychology, Child/Adolescent Mental Health Studies, Creative Writing
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology
Gabriel: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...I've tutored 7th and 8th graders in Basic Algebra and essay construction and taught undergraduates Biostatistics and the literature of Valdimir Nabokov, so I'm prepared to work with any age or skill level. When I'm not tutoring this summer, I'll be doing electrophysiological research at NYU's Center for Neural Science and preparing to write my...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Fundamentals & Computational Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Mike: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
I am a graduate from the University of Washington, holding a BA in mathematics. I have over 1800 hours of experience tutoring students in a variety of subjects, and have improved their grades by an average of 10 percentage points. I look forward to working with you.... There is no one method that works with every student, so adjustments need to be made on a case-by-case basis. There is one thing in common for all success...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelors, Mathematics
Wayne: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
I enjoy the process of showing a student how a very few math rules has so much power the enables them to solve so many different types of problems.... Helping a student demystify math by getting them to see how using logic, overcoming their fear, and relying on even a small arsenal of math laws enables them to solve many more problems than they would expect.
Education & Certification
Miami University-Oxford - Bachelors, Accounting
De Paul University - Masters, Math Education
Andrew: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...variety of subjects, ranging from Science to Spanish. Additionally, I teach acting classes at a studio in Chicago at night. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English Language and Literature--particularly plays. In the past, I've had the most fun teaching students how to think critically about their reading...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Theater and Performance Studies / English Language and Literature (double major)
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 33
Victoria: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...feel when they meet with the homework difficulties and what they will experience when they try to learn a foreign language. Therefore, I am always ready to help students with great patience. I have tried various ways to explain problems to my students, so I am quite familiar with what students may be confused with....
Education & Certification
College of DuPage - Current Undergrad Student, Finance
Illinois Institute of Technology - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Alan: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...pride in developing meaningful, contemporary lessons to make sure that students are well-engaged in the learning activities, as opposed to rote memorization and meaningless dialogues. I also emphasize ???survival??? English to ensure that students are equipped and prepared to deal with various issues and common situations they will encounter daily. Through my experience, I have...
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Roosevelt University - Master of Arts, Educational Administration and Supervision
Harper: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...work when tutoring a student. I have also attended several lectures regarding the ways in which students learn, which I incorporate into all of my tutoring sessions. I believe that my general experience studying and teaching a foreign language has prepared me to be able to tutor Mandarin Chinese also, as I have been studying...
Education & Certification
Beloit College - Current Undergrad, International Relations and French minor in Mandarin Chinese
Victoria: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
I enjoy helping people of all ages reach their educational goals. For younger students, I want to encourage curiosity and love of learning. For pre-graduate school test takers, I want to make sure that a four hour test does not get in the way of your dreams. ... Get to know them! I'm a firm believer that people learn better when they can connect with their tutor.
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Economics, Urban Studies
GMAT: 740
GRE Verbal: 167
Carnisha: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...or tangible to help students learn. I have been involved with private tutoring for about six months now. This school year I have tutored students in groups of three. I am currently in the process of adding a mathematics endorsement to my teaching license. I will also be improving my practice by returning to school next...
Education & Certification
Aurora University - Bachelors, Management
National Louis University - Masters, Elementary Education
Kevin: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...Accountancy and Finance. I have three years of experience in tutoring K-12 children in math and reading, and have personally succeeded in a large variety of standardized tests, including the ACT, the SAT, and various AP tests. I am especially passionate about teaching students optimal test-taking strategies for conquering standardized tests and honing their critical...
Education & Certification
Univeristy of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Christen: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...to become a 5th grade tutor. I loved being able to see the tangible growth in my students' confidence and ability to complete their schoolwork. At Purdue I joined College Mentors for Kids and was able to tutor 2nd graders while pursuing my degree. I look forward to using these past experiences combined with my...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Linsey: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
I am a certified teacher and have been teaching all subjects for the past ten years. I specialize in mathematics and social sciences!... I believe that all students can learn! I believe that teachers must create meaningful lessons that excite and engage students.
Education & Certification
Gonzaga University - Bachelors, Political Science/Religous Studies
National Louis University - Masters, Teaching
Gabriel: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...Much of what motivates him as a teacher is his view that bilingualism and multiculturalism are assets, not shortcomings, and that all children have a right to learn the language of their families and communities. His experience teaching multiple grade levels allows him to scaffold instruction exactly to the student's reading and comprehension needs. His...
Education & Certification
Florida State University - Bachelors, Creative Writing & Political Science
Dominican University - Current Grad Student, Elementary Education
Jason: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...education. I have taught and tutored students of various ages for six years. As a classroom teacher in both special and general education, I have had the pleasure of helping students achieve their academic goals in reading, writing, mathematics, and science at the elementary and middle school level. I also have experience tutoring students in...
Education & Certification
Saint Joseph's College-New York - Bachelors, Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters, Business Administration and Management
Kendall: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...United States Naval Academy and completed my political science degree at Jackson State 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...
Education & Certification
Jackson State University - Bachelor in Arts, Urban Studies/Political Science
Southern University Law Center - Juris Doctor, LAW
Brigette: Chicago Ridge Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...passions lie in reading and writing, but I love teaching all subjects. I am currently a 6th grade Learning and Behavior Specialist at a Chicago Public School. I've previously taught in preschool, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I am familiar with a variety of curriculums for all subjects including Everyday Math, Go Math, Connected Math,...
Education & Certification
Cornell College - Bachelors, Elementary Education and French
University of St Francis - Current Grad Student, Learning and Behavior Specialist
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31
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