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Lauren: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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...education, served as an IB essay advisor, and have instructed students in a variety of subjects; including History, English, and Chemistry. I love working with students one-on-one and I love the process of getting to know a student's individual learning style. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to know my students in order to understand their...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, History
National Louis University - Masters, MAT
Parag: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...I will be pursuing work in the public sector, working specifically in foreign affairs. I have thoroughly enjoyed my college experience, and have developed tremendously 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...
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Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science and International Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 34
Andrew: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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...a math degree. I then earned my masters in Secondary Math Education at Northwestern University. I have taught all high school subjects (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Statistics, and Finite Math) and prepared students for the ACT, SAT, SAT subject tests, AP exams, and college placement exams. When tutoring, I will start by showing students good examples and all the steps, but by the end of the session, the student...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Math
Northwestern University - Masters, Math Education
ACT Math: 33
SAT Math: 750
Paulina: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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...areas: math, science, English, writing. I worked both with students who needed additional help to comprehend a subject area, and with children who already excelled, but wished to push their grades to the maximum. I adjust my tutoring style to each student, but I always focus on understanding the main idea and purpose behind the material in order to eliminate memorization whenever possible. In particular, I enjoy teaching science because it fascinates me. Other areas...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Non Degree Doctorals, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
Galen: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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...are learning, and I have been practicing this goal since I began teaching seven years ago. I have taught one-on-one, online, and in classrooms. My youngest students were getting ready to start kindergarten, and my oldest were close to retirement. Through these varied experiences, I have learned to adapt my teaching strategies to suit the needs and interests of each student I work with. I believe that for students to be excited about learning, the...
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Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English, Creative Writing
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 790
Ruthie: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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...skill building and practice. I care deeply about my students and they know that. They know that I always believe in them and will always be challenging them to do their best, be it through timed Do Nows to create urgency, charts tracking individual and class success, or simply through getting extra help during office hours. In my spare time, I am a runner, a reader, a lover of outdoors, and a traveller! I am...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Biological Basis of Behavior
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Lisa: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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...my "home" at a large, urban junior high where I still teach today. In addition to being a 7th and 8th grade math teacher, I am also a Lead Teacher at my school, a member of my district's Leadership Team, and an independent contractor with a prestigious university, where I facilitate and lead professional development seminars for other math teachers. I also have many years of experience in tutoring students in science, social studies, and...
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Illinois State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
May: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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...Mawr College in Biology and Computer Science. I have a passion for education and firmly believe that education can change lives and provide the upward social mobility. I love interacting with students and building connections with them on a personal level. I prefer to teach students the learning method and thinking process, rather than just the answer. I am good at guiding students and letting them come up with the answer by themselves. In college,...
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Bryn Mawr College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science & Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 800
Casey: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...musicology at the University of Illinois. My research focuses on hip hop music and political life in Morocco. When I am not pursuing my own project, I am usually teaching. I have served as a graduate teaching assistant for U of I's Introduction to World Music course for two years. Before attending graduate school, I worked as a certified substitute teacher for K-12 general and special education in Michigan. I also volunteered as a literacy...
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Butler University - Bachelor in Arts, Music History and Literature
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters, Musicology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Sarah: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a student at the University of Chicago, majoring in marketing and minoring in Business Analytics. I love tutoring and helping others. My specialties are in Business, Economics and test prep. I look forward to helping you reach your goals.
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Marketing
ACT English: 31
ACT Science: 34
Aidan: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I absolutely love to tutor. I have been tutoring math and science subjects for the past three and a half years, and I still find that I learn new intricacies of the material in conversations with my clients. I tutor because I am passionate about math and science literacy, fostering interpersonal relationships, and bolstering student independence.
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Case Western Reserve University - Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Daniel: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
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Hiya! I'm Dan, a second year student in college, going for a degree in Computer Information Science. I love photography and biking. Coding too - maybe a little too much :P
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Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
SAT Math: 760
Vanessa: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a fourth-year student majoring in biomedical sciences and chemistry at the University of Iowa. I have the most experience in tutoring students with high school math courses. I'm currently doing research related to endometrial cancer, and I volunteer at the hospital on campus in my free time! I'm extremely patient, persistent, and driven- I look forward to tutoring you!
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University of Iowa - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Sciences
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33
Samantha: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am an outgoing, energetic, and passionate teacher. I currently teach students K-5 with specials needs in a diverse community. I cannot wait to see the individualized growth in each and every student I teach! ... To offer every student a fair, interesting, and quality education in which they can reach their full potential.... Get to know them, ask them what their goals are, and review their subjects/content that they need assistance with.... I will help...
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Aurora University - Bachelors, Special Education
Grace: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...am currently pursuing a Master's in Teaching at the University of Chicago and also have a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Chicago. I have experience tutoring in and out of schools, as well as experience as a student teacher in classrooms, and love working with students! I specialize in reading and writing support (standardized testing/academic support). I am also pursuing an algebra certification, and am endorsed in middle school math and English...
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The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Architecture, Political Science and Government
The University of Chicago - Master of Arts Teaching, Middle School Teaching
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800
Sahil: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...English, Test-taking strategies, and writing. I strongly believe that each student has his unique way of learning and it is my responsibility as their tutor to figure it out and prepare my lessons to fit their needs. I am generally available to tutor in the evenings during the weekdays. Weekends are a bit more flexible. I can travel to students or set up an online session. I look forward to hearing from you and helping...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Gauri: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...teaching English as a language assistant in Madrid, Spain, which allowed me to pursue my interests in languages, traveling, and tapas! I have a great deal of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, tutor and teacher. I enjoy tutoring all subjects -I like trying to explain subjects in a new way that makes them interesting for my students. I do my best to make learning as...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology & Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 32
Evan: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a math and statistics double major. I am passionate about teaching and have a demonstrated ability to teach a variety of subjects, including standardized test preparation.
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University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Dr. Michael: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...post degree conferral I have aided students of all ages in understanding various nuances within several academic fields, whether psychology, social sciences, diversity and individual differences, writing/english literature, and so-forth. I have also been a part of various students' experience in studying for the ACT, GRE, NCE, and other standardized/achievement tests. During my doctoral program and years after, I have taught neuropsychological testing, psychopathology, theories, and other psychology-based courses. If you have any questions, please...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Adler University - Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology
Jessica: Des Plaines Test Prep tutor
Certified Test Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
Hi, my name is Jessica! I have a bachelors in German and Music with a minor in marketing from Simpson College and a masters in Music Business from California State University Northridge. I love to teach and I'm excited to help you learn!
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Simpson College - Bachelor in Arts, German
California State University-Northridge - Master of Arts, Music Management and Merchandising
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