Top Tutors serving Summit

Christina: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...about helping students who struggle with reading and writing. I believe that every child has the potential to learn and succeed, regardless of their challenges. My goal as a teacher is to unlock that potential and help my students become confident and independent readers and writers. My approach is grounded in the Orton Gillingham method,...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Northern Illinois University - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Grace: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...that piques their curiosity in everything they read. Then, I show them how they can bring this same excitement to their own writing. Generating this enthusiasm can create a powerful domino effect for students: As their arguments become more interesting to them, they become more willing to revise their writing to make it as lucid...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Christian: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...I am a 3rd year medical student completing my clinical rotations. I am most passionate about teaching concepts relating to medicine such as Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Terminology, Pathology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology. I recently passed the USMLE STEP 1 exam and I truly believe that I can provide students assistance while studying for this notorious exam. My...
Education & Certification
St. George's University - Doctor of Science, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

Laurel: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...a master's degree in applied behavior analysis and a bachelor's degree in economics and statistics. My main focus is always on building confidence and independence in students. You don't have to be shy about asking questions- I'll keep working until you're comfortable with the concepts. My tutoring style is flexible to what each student needs,...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Christopher: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...University of Illinois at Chicago. I am currently on a Gap Year and have been accepted into UIC's Medical School which I will attend next year. Overall, I've taken a total of 14 AP classes and achieved a 35 and 1570 on the ACT and SAT respectively. Furthermore, I have earned the title of National...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Writing: 780

Joanna: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...public, private, and international school settings. Education is most rewarding for me when I am able to help students gain problem-solving skills and make connections in their learning. These concepts can be applied across a wide variety of subjects. My favorite subject is History, and I enjoy incorporating social studies and science into reading and...
Education & Certification
Walden University - Doctor of Philosophy, Education Policy Analysis
State Certified Teacher

Christina: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...ACT and SAT. I can teach English, Composition Writing, Reading, Test Taking, IELTs, TOEFL, and other college entry preparation courses. I am highly motivated and personally interested in aiding you to improve your skill set to reach your goals with targeted instruction as fast as possible. I am dedicated, kind, energetic and friendly. I want...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Francisco - Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching
State Certified Teacher

John: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...is to help students fall in love with the process of learning. Feedback from successful students has allowed me to recognize how effective the approaches toward tutoring mine have been for all learning types in various academic subjects. While my tutoring students gain much from their experiences from me, I equally gain so much insight...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

LaShonda: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...international travel, sparked by experience as a foreign exchange student both to France and Germany. In college, I minored in German. Subsequently, I also enjoy tutoring in German. As an academic, my scholarship has taken me to over seventeen countries, including Austria, Brazil, Denmark, Holland, South Africa, and many, many trips to France and Germany....
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
College of the College of William and Mary - PHD, American Studies

Jordon: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...found a teacher in college that, no matter what, would not let me fail. I wanted to be just like him. I began working with children from different backgrounds and cultures and grew a passion for social-emotional learning. I teach with a gentle and encouraging hand and will be with you every step of the...
Education & Certification
Roosevelt University - Bachelor in Arts, Music

Artur: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...culture and to learning what your heart want. I truly believe that language not only is just an asset to career success but also a very useful tool to bring the world together. I teach with compassion and style, no matter who you are and where you are, I will help you to achieve your...
Education & Certification
Chengdu University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Ikemonso: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...Math & Statistics, as well as and working for Verizon Wireless in an IT solutions specialist role the summer after. Though I specialize in algebra and statistics, I've had experience in subjects ranging from Psychology, Python Programming, and various Sciences. I'm passionate about Data Science and the surrounding disciplines. I enjoy working through linear algebra...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Kurt: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...I have spent in the classroom, both teaching and as a student, and the world that I have observed. I believe I can teach almost anything because teaching is an intensely personal endeavor. It is my job to motivate you to want to learn whatever it is you trying to learn. From there, my job...
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Reynard: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...Writing and Environmental Studies. Throughout my education, I volunteered at various peer-to-peer tutoring services where I helped students with college entrance essays, school papers, SAT exams, and science coursework. I have experience tutoring in writing, reading, biology, and environmental science. I believe that writing and science are for everyone, and that given the right foundation,...
Education & Certification
Columbia College Chicago - Bachelor's, Creative Writing and Enviromentalism & Sustainability

Sean: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...tutor, but also as a course assistant, teaching assistant, and Physics Olympiad instructor. Additionally, some of my undergraduate research has consisted of work in physics education and student cognition. Teaching helps me fortify my own understanding of material; being able to explain something effectively is the ultimate test of one's own mastery. In my free...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Jan: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...and allow for success in mastering difficult areas of intellectual pursuit. I am very sensitive to the variety of learning needs due to individual differences in temperament, thought processes and preferences; as such, I attempt to find ways to explain and describe ideas and skills that will be most amenable to the individual’s capacities and...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Psychology; Philosophy (2 degrees - BS and BA)
University of Chicago - Masters, Social Science

Serena: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...students with pre-calculus. Right now, I am tutoring elementary school students in math, reading and English. I have all the materials ready for your elementary school student to start and improve right away! I motivate younger students by getting them excited about the content, and each of my students look forward to their sessions. I...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Debra: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...the past eight years, I've also worked as a reading skills and comprehension tutor at Glen Flora Elementary in Waukegan, and currently serve as a mentor through a local organization called College Bound Opportunity. Finally, as a mother and grandmother, I fully understand the importance of building self-esteem and confidence as the keys to success...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
The Wharton School University of Pennsylvania - Masters in Business Administration, Finance

Kristen: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...taught students of all ages; children, teenagers and adults. I enjoy teaching but I especially love tutoring because I like working one on one with students which allows me to really assess each student's needs and plan each lesson to their specific needs. When I am not tutoring I enjoy exercising, especially kickboxing. I love...
Education & Certification
Columbia College-Chicago - Bachelors, Cultural Studies

Mia: Summit tutor
Certified Tutor in Summit, IL
...tutoring subjects biology. Not every professor's/teacher's teaching style works for everyone, so I can be the one-on-one help you need! I am here to help walk you through your questions and problems to help you succeed in class and hopefully help you build the skills and foundation necessary to assist you in your future academic...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
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Summit, IL, has a population of about 11,000. The village is a member of Cook County. The town's greatest claim to fame is being known as the setting of Ernest Hemingway's short story, "The Killers." Summit is less than 15 miles southwest of Chicago.
Argo Community High School District serves the town. Students within the district attend the nationally recognized, Argo Community High School. Coming from a well-known High School can help students entering college, but only the best grades will get them into the college of their dreams. Skilled in-person or online Summit tutors might help students get ahead in their courses or test prep with one-on-one tutoring sessions. Private Summit tutoring, either online or in-home, is a great way to get supplemental custom-tailored instruction to help with your course or test prep. A local college option is the fourth best college in the nation, University of Chicago. Students hoping to attend will have to have outstanding grades. With Summit, IL, tutoring in-home or online, you could potentially increase your odds of getting into these top schools, especially through private instruction for test prep.
Get away from your books and enjoy your time in Summit by visiting Summit's only disc golfing venue. The Summit Park Disc Golf Course is a challenging wooded course with 18 holes, plus a putting practice hole. The course is over 4,000 feet long and will provide about an hour of play time. Disc golf is the perfect sport for all ages and you can enjoy it with family or friends. The permanent course can be played in all seasons, so long as you're willing to brave the cold.
The outdoor fun doesn't stop there though; Summit also has a Sum-Fun Splash Park. The park has a shallow, lifeguarded pool that is perfect for a relaxing splash. The park is equipped with several small slides, and fountains.
If you and your furry friend are looking for a great way to spend the day, head to the Happy Tails Dog Park. The enclosed area is perfect for a romp for you and your dog. Fans of extreme sports will enjoy the local skate park. In line skaters and skateboarders are welcome to hone their skills on the small jumps and grinding bar.
Having a calm state of mind can help when you're focusing on studying, so after you've explored the city, return to your studies. Summit, IL, tutoring might bring you closer to your goals, no matter which of the prestigious colleges and universities you wish to attend.
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