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Ellen: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...2015 graduate of Oberlin College, where I majored in biology and minored in chemistry. Having gone to small schools my whole life, I believe in the power of small group/individual interactions for learning. While memorization is important for certain things, I always appreciated understanding the "why" and "how" in school and I try to help...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Biology, Chemistry Minor
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Samantha: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...a senior at Northwestern University and I will be receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Legal Studies this spring. In the fall, I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to...
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Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Luke: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...Wheaton College with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy as well as a minor in Bible/Theology. Since graduation, I have been teaching English overseas in South Korea and the nation of Georgia. In those roles, I was especially proud of the improvements my students made towards clear self-expression in speaking and writing (which was reflected...
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Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Alyssa: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...Bachelor of Arts with a double-major in English Literature and Psychology from the University of Notre Dame in May 2014. After graduating, I served as an Augustinian Volunteer for a year in Chulucanas, Peru, where I worked as a computer teacher at a technical institute called CETPRO Betania. I have previously tutored a broad range...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Johnathan: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...beyond just test scores. I focus on building problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and the strategic thinking needed not just for the GMAT, but for business school and beyond. I believe that every student is capable of excellence when given the right guidance and encouragement. Helping students unlock their potential and achieve their academic and professional...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Northwestern University - Doctor of Business Adminstration, Business Administration and Management

Karishma: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...dedicated to helping students excel in school and in helping them develop study methods and styles that work best for them and that will serve them throughout school. I previously tutored with Boys Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Rushi: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...student at Northwestern University in Evanston, and teaching 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Minu: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...medical student student at Stritch School of Medicine. I graduated from Saint Louis University with a major in Neuroscience and a minor in Public Health. I am from Bolingbrook, IL and graduated from Neuqua Valley High School. I have lived in 7 different cities in 18 years and love to go on road trips! I...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Biology, General
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Rebecca: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...graduate of Northwestern University where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Religious Studies. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in social work at the University of Chicago's School of Social Service Administration. I am passionate about tutoring because I want everyone to be able to perform academically at...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Jenna: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...a former teacher (five years!) and have currently taken a break to go back to school to further my own education. I am a graduate student at the Harvard Graduate School of Education learning the fundamentals of school leadership. While I am so excited to be a student again, I already miss teaching! I have...
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University of Wisconsin Madison - Bachelors, History
harvard graduate school of education - Current Grad Student, school leadership

Mark: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...relatable to my students. This way we can become excited about the subjects which makes learning that much easier. Mostly I am interested in tutoring math and math-related subjects including economics. Throughout sessions I will always try to convey exactly how important it is to learn the information, because like it or not, even if...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Bioengineering
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Grad Student, Bioengineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Chelain: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...Swarthmore College with a degree in biology, and then obtained an MD (Doctor of Medicine) and a PhD in Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology from Thomas Jefferson University. I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital. My favorite part about teaching is trying to convey to my students how I think through a problem...
Education & Certification
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

Yesha: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...an undergraduate student at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I am a double major in integrative biology and behavioral neuroscience, and I am hoping to become a neurologist. I have four years of tutoring experience in varying subjects such as literature, math, science, and ACT prep. I have tutored kids of all ages and am...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Integrative Biology Honors/ Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Katarina: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...recent graduate of the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. I majored in Evolutionary Anthropology and minored in Cultural Anthropology. I was awarded High Honors for my senior thesis, which was focused on how perceptions and understandings of land, power, and identity have changed within Labrador Inuit communities since the advent of the Comprehensive Land...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Evolutionary Anthropology
ACT Composite: 31

Soung: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...skilled, professional tutor with over 20 years experience. I have an exceptional ability to teach math to students with severe learning challenges. I make all levels of math understandable and foster confidence in the student. I'm also expert in SAT/ACT test preparation and high school admission tests. I have a BA in Chemistry from The...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Northwestern University - Doctor of Science, Molecular Pharmacology

Adam: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...this. My job as a Nursing Assistant makes me optimistic about my future because I love my work, and I look forward to a future where I am more capable to help people in need of medical attention. Working in a Mohs surgery and dermatology practice has been the greatest confirmation that I want to...
Education & Certification
University of Nebraska at Lincoln - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Medical college - PHD, Medicine

Julie: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...my BA and my MA in French and Francophone Studies from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I tutored various subjects as a volunteer with the NBC Homework Hotline, and I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to teach French for 2 years while earning my Master's. I am very passionate about learning and...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Arts, French and Francophone Studies

Andrew: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...am able to bring world-life experiences into tutoring sessions, so that I can instill in my students a desire to learn more of the German language through a glimpse of what is possible once one has a basis in the language. I also have taken German Diction classes because of my background in vocal performance,...
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

Samantha: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
...a Head Writing Fellow at the Barnard College Writing Center. I co-founded the Science Fellows Program to help science majors and pre-med students transfer writing skills from the humanities to the sciences. I believe I can help you succeed on your board exams and admissions essays. As someone who is working towards a career in...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Brandon: Palos Heights tutor
Certified Tutor in Palos Heights, IL
I'm a 4th year at the University of Chicago, and I love teaching. I'm elated to help others learn and gain confidence in subjects that may not be their strong suit today. Also, I want to give students the tools to succeed in subjects outside of what we directly cover. ... When I teach someone something, I want them to know the material well enough that they feel comfortable teaching it to someone else.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology
ACT English: 33
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Palos Heights is a city located in Cook County, Illinois. It has a population of 12,500 and is part of Chicagoland. Residents living in Palos Heights are less than 25 miles from downtown Chicago.
Students living in Palos Heights are serviced by a number of school districts, including Consolidated High School District 230 and Community High School District 218. The majority of students living in the area attend Alan B. Shepard and Amos Alonzo Stagg High Schools. Whether you are going to a prestigious elite university or a community college, private online or in-home tutoring and instruction from a Palos Heights tutor is a good idea to help you with your test prep and courses. An online and in-person Palos Heights tutoring session will provide you one-on-one attention that could help you work to stay ahead of your peers with your test prep and class work.
One way to potentially improve the chances of getting accepted into a prestigious school is by using online or in-home Palos Heights, IL, tutoring for private test prep and instruction. Working with a qualified professional is a great way to get the assistance you need to build a college-ready portfolio and increase your chances of entering one of Chicago's top schools, like the University of Chicago, Illinois State University Chicago, or DePaul University.
Palos Height sits next to a number of nature reserves. Palos Park, Cherry Hill, Pulaski, McMahon, and Wolf Road Woods are all clustered together, alongside Cap Sauers Holdings Nature Preserve and Cranberry Slough Nature Preserve. If you enjoy spending time away from the suburbs, this cluster of wildlife reserves is an excellent way to get the time in nature that you need. You can hike the various trails that take you through forests and wetlands, or you can fish in one of the area's bodies of water, including Saganashkee Slough.
Since you are close to Chicago, you can explore everything that the city has to offer. You are close enough to drive to the city for the day to watch a home game by the White Sox, Cubs, Blackhawks, Bulls, or Bears. You can even spend the day shopping on Michigan Avenue, exploring all of the tourist attractions at the famous Millennium Park, or walking through the world-class exhibits at the Art Institute of Chicago.
Working with a professional instructor is an excellent way to get ahead. A Palos Heights, IL, tutor will encourage you to meet and then exceed your goals.
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