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Tiwana: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...have a opportunity to work with you. Prior to the pandemic I own and operated a Early Childhood program that I am currently raising money for and working very hard to get back open. My degrees and experience in education allows me to work with infants to school age. Honestly I just love interaction with all little people which is the name of my daycare as well as the passion to learn and teach.
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Trevesa: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...platform and share my knowledge with students who need additional help understanding the concepts of these subjects. I graduated from Andrew's University with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, and have completed some Early Childhood Courses at Ashworth College. My teaching and tutoring experience over the years have allowed me to interact with and help support children with different learning abilities who are on different academic levels. My passion and drive for enabling children to...
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Andrews University - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management

McKenzi: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...I studied abroad. Currently, I have 5 years of tutoring and teaching experience in areas such as math, English, and even filmmaking. One of my main teaching ideas involves student-centered learning. Meaning I want always to tailor my instruction to student or classroom needs, helping students to find success in their strengths, work heavily on their weaknesses, and teach primarily in the learning style that the student or class is most successful in. For example,...
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Kalamazoo College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Levi: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Currently, I am a PhD student at the University of Florida, in Interdisciplinary Ecology. My concentration is heavily influenced by mathematical analysis, so that tends to be my preferred subject to tutor. I have experience tutoring students in ACT prep, mathematics, chemistry, biology, environmental studies, English, Spanish, amongst other topics. I love to be pushed by a student to find new ways to engage their focus.
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Studies
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 32

Catherine: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...in Secondary Education. My plan is to become a history teacher in grades 6-12. I have 5 years of experience as a nanny with younger children ages 10 months-8 years old and everywhere in between! As a nanny I have gathered skills to have fun with children as well as providing them with educational resources. I believe strongly in the autonomy and passion that children have and I hope to highlight that often as a...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, U.S. History
Northwestern University - Masters in Education, History Teacher Education
Nicholas: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...life and the world and really helped to prepare me for the years after graduation. I have been an instructor and coach for many years from high school through university. I have a double bachelors degree in three different majors which are Anthropology, political science, and classics, as well as a Master's degree in Linguistics. During my studies I learned to speak Spanish and some Arabic and all of these subjects are areas I tutor...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Science, Linguistics
Kade: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Hello! I'm Kade and I'm currently a second-year at Northwestern University studying biology and chemistry on the pre-medical track. Outside of school/tutoring, I spend time volunteering for my university's annual Dance Marathon fundraiser, a member of Camp Kesem, working as a study group mentor, and I'm also into running and hiking. I look forward to tutoring y'all!
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 760

Danielle: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...at the University of Illinois at Chicago studying pharmaceutical sciences. Currently, you will find me inside the lab synthesizing compounds all day long. I have been a teaching assistant for general chemistry labs and for medicinal/ organic chemistry classes . My favorite subject to tutor is organic chemistry classes because it scares students so much. I think the best way to teach someone a chemical mechanism is to break it down into the smallest components...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
University of Illinois at Chicago - Doctor of Philosophy, Pharmaceutical Sciences

David: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...excellent in Math and Science and I also have a love for history and the Social Sciences. I can teach pretty much anything except English, grammar and writing are just not for me. I like to focus on helping students to understand the concepts and then learn how to apply them not just to homework problems, but to real-world examples. Education is always a means to an end, and I hope that through tutoring, I...
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University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Prepharmacy
University at Buffalo - Masters in Business Administration, Pharmacy

Laurie: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...years. I began my career as a choreographer & dancer in 1981 at Columbia College Chicago and later joined the Dance Center faculty and Mordine & Company Dance Theatre in residence. I performed with many dance companies as a guest artist. In 1988 I met Katherine Dunham and my mentor Tommy Gomez and fell in love with the Dunham Technique. I studied at the feet of Tommy Gomez and Jimmy Payne, Sr. It is my...
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Davis and Elkins College - Bachelor in Arts, Dance
Claire: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...four years working a tutoring Center Director for students ages 4-15 in reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills. For eight years I worked in private homes supporting the learning needs of each child for both their school work and individual tutoring to catch up, keep up, and get ahead. I hold a B.A. from DePaul University and M.A. from Northwestern University with an emphasis on social sciences and human development. By drawing on my background...
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DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Public Administration

Ameer: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...a perfect writing score on the ACT by writing about SpongeBob SquarePants. Back when I was 16, that cemented my legendary status with my friends. Now, my goal is to help my students unearth their knack for all things English and writing so they too can excel and enjoy the process at the same time. I'm a recent graduate of the University of Oxford, where I studied Modern Middle Eastern Studies. Before that, I studied...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Oxford - Master of Philosophy, Humanities
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 31

Anastasiya: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...in cinema studies and business management. I have gone through a number of tutors throughout my educational career thus far, and have learned from the various experiences what types of methods are useful in the job. I have had tutors that taught me to enjoy and succeed in subjects that I never liked, and plan on using similar methods to help other students. I know that traditional educational methods are not the best for everyone,...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Film Studies
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 31

Noah: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...of my life but not just in an academic way. I am a strong believer in the idea that numbers rule the world from finance to construction to medicine. All my closest connections from faculty and staff since middle school have been with math teachers and professors. I was the only math major in my friend group so all of my friends would come to me and ask me to help them with homework. I...
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Bradley University - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
Michael: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...to master the art of drawing and sketching. Drawing upon my rich background in design, coupled with my qualifications as a graduate from Northwestern University's esteemed Master of Product Design and Development program, I bring a unique blend of technical proficiency, creative insight, and a passion for teaching to the table. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working on a diverse array of projects, ranging from consumer electronics to household appliances, where...
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Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Industrial and Product Design

Kyle : Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Hello! I feel that involvement and engagement in education is the key to our society's future. I find great joy and passion helping others to reach their full potential in a way that is challenging yet rewarding for everyone involved. I hope to get a chance to work with you!
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Central Michigan University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater Arts
Gary: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...responsible, and I will always seek to help anyone in my care realize their true potential in any endeavor they seek to take on. I am especially well versed in the English Language Arts: Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. I have other areas of interest and expertise as well - from the academic to the creative ends of the spectrum. But enough about me. How about you? Just you being here is reason enough to...
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NEIU - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
NEIU - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Sam: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...and/or parents to set their own goals/expectations, and I tailor the curriculum to suit those goals. I earned a PhD in statistics at The University of Iowa. I also served as Supervisory Teaching Assistant for a business statistics course, received Honorable Mention for Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award based on supervisor nominations, and a "Thank a Teacher" award by nomination from a former student. In my teaching evaluations, which I can provide upon request, students describe...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
University of Iowa - PHD, Statistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 700

Christine: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...mutual understanding. This comes through language study, cultural understanding and travel. Let me help you reach your goals in learning Spanish, learning English or ESL, sharpening your study skills or expanding your cultural knowledge through the study of Social Studies or History. I have over 20 years of experience in classroom teaching for ages preschool through college level. I have two Master's Degrees. I am a state certified educator and also an internationally certified Montessori...
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Aurora University - Masters in Education, Education
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Jazmin: Oak Lawn tutor
Certified Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...a bilingual (English/Spanish) Actor, Writer, and Photographer. I studied Communication at Cleveland State University with a focus in Public Relations. It is important to share knowledge. If I have knowledge of a certain subject, it is my responsibility to give back and share what I know with those who wish to grow in that field/ subject matter. Plus, the best way to learn is to teach, therefore, the sharing of knowledge always comes full circle.
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Cleveland State University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
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Oak Lawn, Illinois, is a village that is home to 57,000 people. The suburb is part of Cook County in Chicago. It was incorporated in 1909 and began to grow quickly. By 1935, it contained libraries, banks, a jailhouse, and more. The town community enjoys collaborating on events and civic projects, like the yearly 4th of July Parade or Fall on the Green, a festival that features food, drinks, entertainment, and games.
The public education is served by nine elementary, two middle, and two high schools. The top schools in the area include Harold L. Richards High School and Oak Lawn Community High School. HLRHS has an 82 percent graduation rate with a 23.6 college readiness score. OLCHS has a 93 percent graduation rate with a 14.7 college readiness score. With private test prep instruction via in-home or online tutoring in Oak Lawn, Illinois, you can potentially improve the chances of getting into these top schools. If you are looking for private tutoring, whether in-home or online, you may enjoy working with Oak Lawn, Illinois, tutors. Their instruction and test prep could take you far. Furthermore, there are several private Catholic, Christian, and Lutheran schools to choose from that offer a versatile program in theological studies. Tutors in Oak Lawn, Illinois, might give you a boost through flexible online tutoring and help with test prep.
The village houses a children's museum, which serves the community as a non-profit organization. During the year, it organizes an annual dinner to recognize their best volunteers. There are many exhibits, both permanent and rotating, that you can enjoy. There is the We the People exhibit, which focuses on patriotism themes while discussing unity and helping. There is a hands on exhibit called the What if€¦? exhibit that is available for children with disabilities to teach sign language and other concepts. The community is encouraged to participate in the programs offered around the village, including bike patrol and the Police Club.
Oak Lawn has a variety of parks to choose from. There are over 300 acres of land with large and small parks throughout the village with a total of 22 parks. You can enjoy an indoor ice skating rink, fitness centers, swimming pools, playgrounds, and an 18-hole golf course. In addition, you can join baseball, basketball, tennis, and volleyball teams to participate in local athletic events.
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