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Julie: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...my experience students particularly enjoy (and benefit from) learning and exploring new cultures while learning the language itself. As the child of a teacher I am a strong believer in the importance of education and all of the opportunities it offers to students. I finished my MA in May with a thesis on French fairy...
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

Ariela: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...that I can convey it to someone else. I enjoy and excel at condensing and re-communicating facts or tasks, so that they become comprehensible to someone who may not understand them the first time around. It is not just my success at standardized tests or in my classes that will make me a great tutor,...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Theater & Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Alex: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...teaching in earnest over a decade ago when I taught ESL in South Korea. During that time and since, I've been fortunate to tutor students of all ages and in a variety of subjects. I received a BA in International Relations and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and more recently completed my MBA program...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Real Estate
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400

Ben: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...and music theory to younger students. Experience in these different teaching environments has helped me cultivate a teaching style that identifies how to teach each individual student based on their learning style and personality. While working with students on topics from math to music theory to test prep, I hope to draw on my multidisciplinary...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Chelain: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...helping people understand topics by explaining each step, as necessary, to demonstrate how to go about solving a problem. My education has provided me with expertise in the biological sciences, medicine, math, statistics, english, writing, and test preparation, among other subjects. I have experience teaching and tutoring people from elementary school through medical school and...
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

Alyssa: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...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 of subjects and age groups, and I have especially enjoyed working...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Andrew: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...many different subjects, so that I have a wide variety of approaches to help all types of students master the material. I also believe that, in my German tutoring especially, I'm very systematic, so that my students have a strong grammar foundation on which to build further skills and concepts. I have also lived in...
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

Chuck: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
I tutor the LSAT because I know it's a hard test and I know what it's like to struggle with it. However I also understand the process necessary to produce better scores, and nothing is more satisfying to me than helping someone achieve what seemed impossible a few months ago.... Your score is a product of so many factors--your understanding of the material, your speed, even how accurately you bubble answers--but in the end it all...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Finance
LSAT: 174

Ellen: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...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 my students achieve that level of understanding as well. I prefer...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Biology, Chemistry Minor
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Jared: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...and worked coached them on their applications to college. At Tufts University, I've taught over 180 students from around the world on topics including comparative politics (e.g. democracies and elections), conflict and conflict resolution, and geopolitics. Students have given my classes a 95+% satisfaction rate. I hold a PhD and MA in International Relations with...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Master's/Graduate, International Relations/Comparative Politics
Tufts University - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), International Relations/Comparative Politics

Hallie: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...particularly passionate about preparations for standardized testing, including the SATs and AP exams, and helping students through the college application process. My hope is that the support I provide to struggling students will empower them to expand their academic curiosity and appreciate learning. In my free time, I enjoy reading, going to the theater, and...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelors, theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 750

Levente: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...for 3 semesters, where I organized and led study sessions, graded assignments, etc. At different points in my college career, I also worked as a mentor for Calculus 1-3 and a project manager for a higher level engineering course. Currently, I work as a derivatives trader in Chicago, so I'm constantly using and refining my...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 170

Rushi: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...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 academic, personal, or professional....
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Yesha: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...qualifies me for this job is that I am passionate about education. I have had a very successful school career, and I want to share that with all students. Education is empowering, and every student deserves to feel intelligent. Outside of tutoring and college, I love to read. I'm a big fan of fantasy novels...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Integrative Biology Honors/ Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Rebecca: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Gabriel: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...my BA on James Joyce's Ulysses. I'm extremely versatile with expertise in a range of subjects and really enjoy helping students learn. I also excel at standardized testing and am excited to share the strategies that made me successful. In my free time, some of my favorite things to do are act, play guitar, and...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Fundamentals & Computational Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Rebekah: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
I am currently studying elementary and middle school education at Wheaton College! I've tutored several students before but I'm currently looking for my first student in the Varsity Tutors platform! Teaching is my passion! I love working to heighten motivation and understanding surrounding schoolwork!
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
ACT Composite: 31
SAT Math: 700

Lee: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...a student on more than one class at a time. I also have a lot of experience with test prep and love working with students who need help with standardized tests. I'm a laid back individual, but I like to push my students. I know that every student is able to do well and I...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Adam: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
...of every activity that I am allowed to do as a Nursing Assistant, and this makes me excited to learn more ways to help people. Observing surgeries has taught me what a special thing it is to have the ability to help people with my hands as well as my mind. Dermatology has given me insight...
Education & Certification
University of Nebraska at Lincoln - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Medical college - PHD, Medicine

Debra: Riverdale tutor
Certified Tutor in Riverdale, IL
My name is Debra and I have an MA in Anthropology from the University of Chicago. I really like engaging with the humanities and hope to help students improve their understanding of history, the social science, writing, and grammar. ... I like to be as conversational as possible, because I think that's the best way to communicate ideas. I try to be pretty informal, because I find that formality can turn students. Overcomplicating the subject matter...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 34
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Riverdale, Illinois, is a village in Cook County with a population of approximately 14,000. It is located just 20 miles south of Chicago. Riverdale is the hometown of Olympic gold medalist Betty Robinson.
Riverdale Senior High School is the only High School located in the Riverdale Community Unit School District 100. The High School serves Port Byron and Riverdale communities. If you are looking for private tutoring, whether in-home or online, you may enjoy working with Riverdale tutors. Their instruction and test prep could take you far. Online and in-person Riverdale tutoring might help you stay on top of your test prep. Just 20 miles away, Chicago is home to multiple top colleges and universities, including DePaul University, Loyola University, and the University of Chicago. In-home or online private tutoring in Riverdale, IL, for both subject instruction and test prep might help you get into the best schools.
Less than five miles from Riverdale is the Gensburg-Markham Prairie Preserve. The reserve features hiking trails and views of the unique natural landscape that was formed by glaciers. A little further up the road is Chicago, home to the Lincoln Park Zoo. The zoo hosts over a million guests per year and houses hundreds of exotic animals. Each day, the Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House at the zoo offers a Meet an Animal program. You can also visit the Farm-in-the Zoo for animal interactions. The zoo offers a variety of youth education events such as Zoo Explorers and Conservation Camp. Zoo Explorers is a program of structured learning lasting approximately one hour. The sessions are taught by trained zoo educators, and students are given data sheets as they walk around the zoo to carefully observe the animals. Conservation Camp is a summer day camp for children, which camp offers exploration of the zoo and teaches students about animal diversity, environmental conservation, and how the zookeepers at Lincoln Park Zoo take care of the animals.
For indoor fun, take the 20-mile trip to Schererville, Indiana. The city is home to Sky Zone Trampoline Park, which features trampolines as far as the eye can see. You can jump from trampoline to trampoline or jump into a pit of foam blocks. The park also offers trampoline basketball for sports lovers.
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