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Katie: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...program for first year college students, working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college students, focusing on topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I am happy to help students prepare...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33

David: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their...
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Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 700

Chelain: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...about teaching is trying to convey to my students how I think through a problem and adapting that to their learning process. I think I am talented at helping people understand topics by explaining each step, as necessary, to demonstrate how to go about solving a problem. My education has provided me with expertise in...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Biology, Psychology
Thomas Jefferson University - PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Completed Internship in Internal Medicine.
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 35

Marvin: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...of Chicago, and I did a lot of statistics, too! I like having kids how to read, write, and do math. Because I loved doing those in school, and I'll be teaching that this up coming school year. To have a struggling reader all of a sudden love reading and attack hard words never before...
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The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 710

Meriam: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...of people, regardless of their language fluency and subject expertise. Since graduating, I have been attending a post-bac program at the University of Toronto in intensive Spanish and Arabic, before continuing on to medical school. I have also been tutoring numerous subjects for over 10 years, including Math, French, and Biology. I truly believe that...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology and French
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Ellen: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...I always appreciated understanding the "why" and "how" in school and I try to help my students achieve that level of understanding as well. I prefer to guide students through their problems to help them learn the skills needed for their classes in the future, though I am certainly happy to explain things outright when...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Biology, Chemistry Minor
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Steve: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...Literacy tutor for grammar school students, an SAT Math instructor, and a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) tutor for college students. I believe my strongest subject to tutor is Standardized Test Prep (SAT, ACT, and GRE). Performing well on these tests can truly bolster a student???s application for undergraduate or graduate education, and I...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular

Matt: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...there I also received a math minor, which helps me understand math at a more basic level. In high school I worked as a tutor and enjoyed helping those students. I loved the subjects I studied in college and my hope is to share my knowledge of math and physics with those who need extra...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering

Paulina: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...of Osteopathic Medicine degree. In my free time I enjoy painting, fitness classes such as Zumba and Turbo Kick, and I never miss a chance to go to a symphony concert! During my undergraduate studies I tutored children grade 3 through 12 in various subject areas: math, science, English, writing. I worked both with students...
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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

Shivam: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...in both a group and one-on-one tutoring atmosphere. I am patient and can easily identify what pace each student would like to work at. I cater my tutoring to the student's pace so that they get the most out of each session. I love tutoring because I know how important it is. I took tutoring...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Computer Sciense
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
ACT Science: 36

Ellie: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...teaching. At the beginning of this academic year, I joined an organization on campus that teaches juniors and seniors at a local high school about community engagement through the lens of philanthropy. Through this, I have the unique opportunity to empower students to become leaders in their community; to provide them a platform to change...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700

Katarina: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...and identity have changed within Labrador Inuit communities since the advent of the Comprehensive Land Claims agreements. Currently, I am am serving with the National Health Corps of Chicago as a Health Educator in a family planning clinic in West Chicago. Finally, I am pursuing a career in medicine and have been accepted to medical...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Evolutionary Anthropology
ACT Composite: 31

Jared: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...civics and social studies topics and specialize in comparative politics, international relations, democracy, and conflict resolution. Since 2016, I've tutored high school students on civics, history, and writing, and worked coached them on their applications to college. At Tufts University, I've taught over 180 students from around the world on topics including comparative politics (e.g....
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Tufts University - Master's/Graduate, International Relations/Comparative Politics
Tufts University - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), International Relations/Comparative Politics

Rushi: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...has always been a passion of mine. From my younger brother to my years of informal tutoring experience, I have developed the skills necessary to help others become successful. I enjoy the genuine process of developing a relationship with someone and cultivating that relationship, whether it be academic, personal, or professional. I enjoy working with...
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Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Yesha: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...literature, math, science, and ACT prep. I have tutored kids of all ages and am familiar with different tutoring methods for each age group. More than that, what qualifies me for this job is that I am passionate about education. I have had a very successful school career, and I want to share that with...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Integrative Biology Honors/ Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Ilana: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...ACTs, as well as math for all ages. I excel particularly in writing and editing and love tutoring in the humanities. My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient and understand that sometimes all it takes to understand a difficult...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Ben: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...where I tutored students in groups and one on one in both mathematic and theoretical concepts. I also have experience teaching musical lessons such as jazz bass, piano, and music theory to younger students. Experience in these different teaching environments has helped me cultivate a teaching style that identifies how to teach each individual student...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Andrew: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...twice co-taught an intensive one-month long German 101 course, where I designed the lesson plans, and graded homework, quizzes and tests. I am a great tutor because of my broad experience in tutoring many different subjects, so that I have a wide variety of approaches to help all types of students master the material. I...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Isabella: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
I am determined to teaching everyone in the way they learn best, not just one way.
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Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Mackenzie: Crestwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Crestwood, IL
...have experience tutoring high school and elementary school students 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
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Crestwood is a village in northern Illinois, located in the county of Cook. It has a modest population of 11,000 residents. The village is known for being the hometown of Ron Mahay, who was a pitcher for eight Major League Baseball Teams.
Students in Crestwood attend Alan B. Shepard High School, which is served by the community High School District 218. If you are looking to apply to a top university, check out Trinity Christian College. It ranks in the top 25 colleges in the Midwest. Maybe Saint Xavier University is the best choice for you, since it is also one of the best colleges in the Midwest. The fourth best college in America is right around the corner from you in Crestwood; The University of Chicago might be calling to you. To try to create an edge on the competition and put yourself in a position to get into the best schools, you can work with a Crestwood, IL, tutor who specializes in private test prep tutoring and instruction, both online and in-home. If you are looking for private tutoring, whether in-home or online, you may enjoy working with Crestwood tutors. Their instruction and test prep could take you far.
There are several things you could find yourself doing in and around Crestwood. The Cook County Forest Preserve is a great place to get lost. There are over 100 miles of paved bike trails to ride, as well as walk. You and the whole family could camp in the preserves, surrounded by the lush forestry in the four different campsites in the Preserves. Stop by The Pullman State Historic Site, in Forrestville, for a look back into the industrial society that the greater Chicago area used to be like. There you can view the Clock Tower Administration Building, Assembly Shops, and the beautiful four-story Hotel Florence. All these represent the transportation, labor, urban life, and industrial design standards of the time. If you get a membership to the Midlothian Country Club, you have unlimited access to the state-of-the-art pool facility equipped with a diving board, competition lanes, a separate kiddy pool, and spacious outdoor dining areas. The Club also has a large clubhouse and a year-round cottage
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