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Akilah: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
I love helping students with their work! I have 5 years of tutoring experience, two of which are in the classroom. I attended Connecticut College and received by BA in English Literature. I tutor middle and elementary school math and reading, however math is my favorite!
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Connecticut College - Bachelor in Arts, English Composition
Michael: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...instead of just the answer. Regarding Latin, I work to illustrate that questions in a Latin class are puzzles in and of themselves. Translations of ancient sentences are just puzzles to solve. You are given a set of rules, and students must think nimbly to apply those rules to the situation at hand. In the...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 750
Michael: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...for a year (Sep. 2013 to July 2014) and in Dsseldorf, Germany for a month (May 2012 to June 2012), plus worked in Austria as well as in Germany for four separate companies, exploiting my German skills to their maximum capabilities. Published ten separate times for various publications, including video game website, Bitmob.com, lifestyle website,...
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Marquette University - Bachelors, German Language
Zuojun: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
Master of Financial Mathematics at University of Chicago. GRE Math 169. SAT Math Subject Test 800. 7 years in tutoring and teaching Mathematics, Chinese, Physics, Economics, Accounting and Programming to students from primary, middle, high school, and undergrads.
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Financial Mathematics
University of Chicago - Master of Science, Financial Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 169
Jessica: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
I am a middle school teacher with endorsements in reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies. In my free time I teach and perform aerial silks!
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Illinois State University - Bachelor of Education, Education
Concordia University-Chicago - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Sonya: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...University College Dublin, proudly holding a Bachelors of Arts degree, with the dual majors of English and Drama Studies. Since graduation, I have both enriched my own skill-set with additional certification to teach ESL, as well as a good measure of customer service experience; while also enriching the lives of others through volunteering and privately...
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University College Dublin - Bachelor in Arts, English
Danielle: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...of the Pacific Northwest Film Scoring Program at Seattle Film Institute. Before obtaining my masters here, I received a separate masters degree in music theory at Northern Arizona University. As a tutor, I will be focusing on teaching music theory and ear training, but I am more than happy to talk a little bit about...
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Lewis University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Northern Arizona University - Master of Arts, Music History, Literature, and Theory
Pacific Northwest Film Scoring Program at Seattle Film Institute - Master of Arts, Film Production
Galen: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...about teaching and flexible in my approach. If something is not working, I believe that it is my job as a tutor to adjust my methods—not the student’s job to conform to them. I use my students’ strengths to help them overcome what challenges them, whether that means using imagination exercises to decode difficult reading...
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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
Noah: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...senior year at Northwestern University wherein I completed my Theatre major and Jewish Studies minor, with a concentration in Playwriting. While I strive to forge a career as a writer, I am looking, not only to break out of the solitary confines of the process, but to assist others along the way. One of my...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Aratrika: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...at the University of Michigan studying Economics and Business. Along with my passion for learning, I enjoy teaching mathematics and English to elementary, middle, and high school students. I understand how much patience is needed when it comes to solving trigonometry problems, algebra equations, or geometry proofs. I am passionate about teaching students and providing...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Business and Managerial Economics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Jacob: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
Everyone thinks they are good at Excel, but are they actually? I strive to have my clients be comfortable and proficient with this platform, as there are so many capabilities to uncover!
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Indiana University-East - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
Nicholas: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...fluent in Japanese, and also a professional composer, arranger, and orchestrator. I am based in Chicago and have been practicing law for nearly a decade. I have composed and arranged music for clients around the globe and lived in Japan for years at a time (where I worked as a translator and interpreter for local...
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Middlebury College - Bachelor's, International Studies
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), Juris Doctor
Debra: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...dedicated teacher with over 20 years of experience in the field. Above all, I believe that teaching is not simply a profession. Rather, it is a calling that allows me to share my passion of helping others learn and grow. My approach is student-centered. I adapt my instruction to meet their unique needs while fostering...
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University of Dayton - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher
Tammy: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...have 15 years of experience tutoring and teaching elementary, middle school, and high school mathematics. I hold bachelor's of art in mathematics and have taught developmental mathematics for college/trade school for adult students. I am patient with my students had create visual aids to show students how math connect to everyday life. I learn my...
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National Louis University - Bachelors, Mathematics
Lewis University - Masters, Organizational Leadership
Martina: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
I'm currently a student studying chemistry at Princeton University.
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Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Kathryn: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...that education is where I belong. It has been quite difficult not having any students the past six months while I have been focusing on my studies, but the path before me is clear enough that I am able to reenter education. Having as many teaching experiences and learning to meet different needs has been...
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Boston University - Bachelors, History
Boston College - Masters, Secondary Education, History
GRE Verbal: 162
Amy: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...Amy and I have a passion for tutoring! I have recently graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with a minor in Biology and Chemistry from Olivet Nazarene University. I graduated Magna Cum Laude, with University Honors, Family and Consumer Science Departmental Honors, and Dean's List recognition all 3 years I was an...
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Olivet Nazarene University - Bachelor of Science, Dietetics
Benedictine University - Current Grad Student, Dietetics
Brittany: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...Spanish Teacher of 9 years who lived in Spain. I currently teach in a bilingual kindergarten class. I have taught beginning Spanish to advanced levels and created the AP curriculum for my former school. I got engaged in Puerto Rico and married in Mexico. I love to eat Mexican food, travel to Spanish speaking countries,...
Education & Certification
Olivet Nazarene University - Bachelor of Science, Spanish Teacher Education
American College of Education - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Thomas: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign studying Chemical Engineering. I have always had a passion for teaching and learning, and have past experience teaching and demonstrating chemistry to elementary schoolers. Currently, I am tutoring chemistry, physics, algebra, and calculus. I am most passionate about physics as I really enjoy the problem solving and explanatory power...
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor's (in progress), Chemical Engineering
Michael: Darien tutor
Certified Tutor in Darien, IL
...own personal mission statement for any students I teach: "When students move on from music with me, they will be able to express themselves safely, joyfully, and intelligently by being musically literate, appreciating and creating music, and by discovering their role as a daily and lifelong learner with a responsibility to share what they know...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Education, Music Teacher Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters in Education, Music Teacher Education
State Certified Teacher
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Darien is a city located in DuPage County, Illinois. It has a population of 22,100 and is part of Chicago's outer suburbs. Residents living in this city are less than 25 miles from downtown Chicago.
Darien is serviced by the Hinsdale Township High School District 86, which is home to the nationally ranked Hinsdale South High School. Not only is this institution listed in the top 850 schools in the United States, but it is also ranked among the top 30 high schools in Illinois. One way to potentially improve on that important exam is by connecting with a private Darien tutor who has both in-home and online tutoring experience in instruction for test prep. Darien tutors offer online and in-person tutoring sessions to give you the test prep and instruction you need to try to do well on your big exam, so that you focus more on preparing for post-secondary education.
Since Darien is conveniently located 30 minutes away from Chicago, you have easy access to top-ranked institutions like DePaul University, the University of Chicago, and Saint Xavier University. You could potentially improve the chances of admittance to these top schools if you connect with one of the Darien, IL, tutors available for private tutoring, instruction, and test prep, either in-home or online.
There are many different entertainment options that you can explore around the area. Darien is the home of the Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve, an outdoor park with turtles, birds, deer, and other various animals. This place is an excellent way to spend some time outdoors and away from the city. It has hiking trails as well as cycling trails, which take you through woods and meadows.
Nearby Chicago also has exciting entertainment opportunities. If the weather is nice, spend a few hours at the Navy Pier. You can enjoy carnival-style food, games, and rides, and can even go shopping. If you want a spectacular view of the city, hop on the Ferris wheel. Along with being able to see Chicago's world-class skyline, this ride also gives you a beautiful view of Lake Michigan.
Chicago is a city with a strong sports culture. The Bulls, Bears, White Sox, Cubs, and Blackhawks all have an established fan base that makes every game lively and exciting. If you're a baseball fan, make sure you see the Cubs play at Wrigley Field. It is one of the oldest fields in the sport, and is still well maintained.
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