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Steve: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...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 truly enjoy helping...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular

Koga: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...middle and high school level as a Teach For America corp member in the Dallas Independent School District. I know that the confidence that a student receives when they finally understand a concept that has alluded them is powerful enough to positively impact them in all arenas of their life, not just in school. Confidence...
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University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
State Certified Teacher

Veronica: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...school. I am certified in elementary education and have a middle school endorsement in Social Studies. I love teaching, learning, and helping students do a little bit of both. I am passionate about politics and education. I am a big sports fan. I intensely root for my teams and defend my beloved Bulls. In my spare...
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The University of Chicago - Bachelors, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education

Jessica: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...is in teaching composition, creative writing and analytical writing to college students. I have a PhD in Comparative Literature and I've published essays, stories, and plays. I taught at the University of Notre Dame for nine years. I am happy to be tutoring now because it gives me the opportunity to have an impact on...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelors, French, Women's Studies
New York University - PHD, Comparative Literature

Jared: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
I am very passionate about tutoring and look forward to meeting new students with a desire to learn!... To not focus as much on the grade, but rather to focus on learning and mastery of the content for the student.... After introductions I would immediately give practice problems. That way I can visualize what the student's thought process is, and correct errors wherever they may be.
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Current Undergrad, Molecular Biology

Tess: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...Individual Determination) tutoring method with small groups of students. In addition to working with middle and high school students, I regularly tutored fellow undergraduates in Geology, Astronomy, and Oceanography classes. I tutor a variety of subjects, including standardized test preparation. I am most passionate about earth science and astronomy, but I find all tutoring work...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelor of Science, Geological Sciences
GRE Verbal: 168

Mary: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...tutoring mathematics because when that students gets the aha moment, it makes me feel like I have accomplished what I needed to do. I am very patient with the students and always tell them not to be afraid to tell me that they don't understand what I am explaining. I will find a different way...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Calumet Campus - Bachelors, Mathematics

Brian: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...and Fluid Mechanics. I have a strong passion for the academic realm and believe only through a strong background in theory can you develop an excellent practical engineering ability. In my spare time I enjoy camping, hiking, and swimming. I also help out at my local Boy Scout troop. I am a bit of a...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 35

Ran: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...a teaching assistant: proctoring practice exams, answering individual's questions on problems they missed, and providing one-on-one mentoring for students to analyze the trends in their errors and give suggestions on key words or problem structures that improved their performances in later practice tests. Past students have commended me for my ability to explain concepts clearly...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 780

Michael: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...in subjects ranging from History and Government to Reading, Writing, and Grammar. I am passionate about helping others to realize their academic potentials, and I believe that my most important responsibility as a tutor is helping my students to develop the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills that will allow them to excel in all...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought

Samantha: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with Critical Reading...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

LaShonda: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...The keystone experience of 11th grade curriculum at Calhoun is an interdisciplinary research paper, which earns credit it both a student's U.S. History course and their English course. Drawing on my interdisciplinary experience, I successfully guided students through research skills, literary analysis and the tools requisite for historical perspective. Another example includes my experience working...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
College of the College of William and Mary - PHD, American Studies

Sarah: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...as students grasp a new or difficult concept for the first time. I enjoy working with students one-on-one to find what works best for each student to help them learn in the way that most benefits and makes sense to that student. I look forward to the opportunity to tutor all students in many subjects...
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelors, Elementary education

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

David: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...our learning differences, everyone is granted an equal education and being an equal teacher entitles us to accept our own biases. In order to become positive people, as well as effective teachers and students, we must work together to obtain a better understanding of our world through effective education. It takes education and applicable knowledge...
Education & Certification
Concordia University-Chicago - Current Undergrad, Secondary Education English

Shelby: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Carnegie Mellon University - Master of Science, Public Policy and Management
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 34

Dani: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
Here are a few facts about me: * Education is my number one priority * I love to learn and to teach * I am very approachable * I am devoted to helping others *I will go above and beyond to ensure that students fully grasp the material *I will make lessons fun and engaging
Education & Certification
College of Lake County - Current Undergrad, N/A
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 35

Yasser: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...working with an after-school program in late 2012. I tutored K-8 in various subjects. I then moved on to tutor adults, and I currently tutor freshman and sophomores in the Chicago Public High School setting. I believe education is vital to advance in life and I want to make it fun for whoever I come...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Psychology

Aaron: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...them is the importance of a good rapport between teacher and student to the learning process. Through establishing a good rapport with my students I strive to get to know them and gain an understanding of their learning strengths and challenges. One of my strengths as a language tutor definitely comes from the countless hours...
Education & Certification
North Park University - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature/ Philosophy
Valparaiso University - Master of Arts, Chinese Studies

Melissa: Glen Ellyn tutor
Certified Tutor in Glen Ellyn, IL
...to your needs. I will make sure you understand the math in a concrete manner, yet challenge you to critically think of math in a different tone. I have taken the ASVAB and scored a 70 without studying. I am available after 4 P.M. Monday - Friday during the school year, and am available after 12...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Asheville - Bachelors, Atmospheric Science
Concordia University-Portland - Masters, Curriculum and Instructions: K - 14 Math
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