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Katie: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...of setting goals. When students have a clear vision of what they hope to gain out of tutoring, sessions become more effective and students see results more quickly. Finally, I strive to take complex problems and make them simple for students, with clear explanations and helpful tips and tricks. In 2013, I graduated with honors...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, French and Foreign Affairs
DePaul University - Master of Arts, Bilingual/Bicultural Education
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34
Rachel: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...potential. My specialties are math, essay writing, and Spanish. I love algebra because it's so neat and there's always a right answer, and I enjoy helping students realize that it's more straightforward than it seems. Teaching Spanish is a great opportunity for fun and interactive learning, where I draw both from my memory of learning...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Psychological Services, Spanish minor
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Matthew: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...in schools. I cannot fail to mention a two year stint in Guatemala while in the Peace Corps, doing business development work and playing semi-professional soccer. I have recently graduated with my MA in Counseling and began working at a nonprofit called Thresholds located in Chicago. I currently work with a caseload of 25...... My personal teaching philosophy is that each student possesses the power and ability to achieve their learning goals. It is my job...
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Xavier University - Bachelors, International Affairs and minor in Spanish
Loyola University-Chicago - Masters, Pastoral Counseling
Jana: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...as a neuroscience major and research assistant give me an edge in teaching biology, chemistry, and physics. I love sharing my knowledge of sciences and math with students. My aim with every student I meet is to better equip them with the tools necessary to succeed in school. I take extra initiatives like creating individualized...
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California State University-San Bernardino - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science - Doctor of Medicine, Neuroscience
Caleb: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...forward to putting to good use with my students! I like to take a highly personalized approach to teaching, and I design my curricula with my students' skills, interests, and difficulties in the forefront of my mind. I'm a firm believer in reading and writing to learn, and I am deeply committed to social justice,...
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DePaul University - Bachelors, Education and English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
Nathan: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...have always enjoyed helping and teaching. I love connecting with students and watching them learn. My main schooling background is in music performance and as a part of that I have taken a pedagogy class on effective one on one teaching methods, After graduating college, I felt called to help people rather than continue in...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Leo: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
Hi! I'm a recent graduate from Northwestern University with degrees in Art History and Sociology. I am also a practicing artist, working primarily in the media of photography and printmaking.
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Nathaniel: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...of the things I find most rewarding is explaining math. My career goal is to become a college professor, teach math, and do research. I am currently a Senior with a math major at Loyola University Chicago and have been accepted to their masters program. I also like playing tennis, whiffle ball, and writing poetry.
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Current Undergrad, Mathematics
Loyola University-Chicago - Current Grad Student, Mathematics
ACT Math: 35
Behic: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...am a Software Engineer, Educator and Art Enthusiast. I am certified AWS Developer and Google Educator. I have 5+ years of working in education, teaching robotics, coding, 3d design, game development and creating hands-on programming tutorials. Love to teach and learn new things. I've worked on so many Web Application, Machine learning, and Data Science...
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North American University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Software Engineering
James: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...35 on the ACT (36 in Math and 35 in English, Reading, and Science) and a 800 on SAT Math Level II. I am very experienced and prepared as a tutor. I've worked with students from numerous educational backgrounds and helped them reach their goal scores. I look forward to meeting you and helping you...
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Brown University - Current Undergrad Student, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Ambreen: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...in my local city for a nonprofit Chicago Hopes for Kids program and also privately for students in public schools. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Biological Sciences and History. I see education as a way to grow as a whole person and shape ones life,...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Emma: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...learned how to engage with students, and continued on to tutor subjects such as English, Math (from addition to college-level statistics), and the SAT. I believe that learning is a great way to improve one's life, both in terms of practical applications and personal enrichment. I hope that, as a tutor, I can help you...
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor's (in progress), Statistics
Colin: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...cum laude and highest honors PoliSci/Philosophy grad from Pepperdine University and published author on legal and political theory. I teach history, philosophy, political science and test prep, generally in the form of a socratic, question-based, student-led dialogue. I have about a year's worth of experience tutoring and enjoy working with students who are motivated to...
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Pepperdine - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Olivia: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...Arabic in Chicago Public Schools for several years, and I also have teaching and tutoring experience with students from grades 3 through 12 in a wide variety of subjects. As an educator, my strengths include connecting with students and figuring out what helps them to become interested in what they are learning. Every student is unique,...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Middle Eastern Studies
Patrick: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...is a bridge between the student and the world at large. In school, a lot of stress is put on learning the structure of the material; memorizing rules and then drilling the concepts. While that may work for some, I've found that the most engaging - and fun! - way to learn is to start...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Media and Cinema Studies
Pinelopi: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you :)
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 710
Aidan: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
I find teaching and tutoring to be incredibly rewarding. Seeing somebody else understand a concept through my framing of that concept is the highest form of communication for which I strive. I look forward to working with Varsity Tutors and students everywhere.
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Biological and Physical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800
Dani: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, 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
Catherine: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...am currently a student at College of Lake County majoring in education. I plan to transfer to Illinois State University in Fall of 2019. My goal is to help every student find a way that works for them and increase not only their grades but their understanding and love of subjects they may struggle with!
Education & Certification
College of Lake County - Associate in Arts, Education
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
Brian: Hometown tutor
Certified Tutor in Hometown, IL
...students are struggling with in order to tackle those problems - making challenging concepts EASY to understand for ANYONE. Additionally, I am also a musician of over 15 years, and LOVE to teach and spread the joy of music! In general, I think learning is best done when the teacher fully understands their student and...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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