Top Tutors serving The Island

Andrew: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
I am a very passionate learner and I would be delighted to share that love for learning to other students. My empathetic mindset, work ethic, and persistence for success is what I value most about myself and how it can positively impact others.... My philosophies behind teaching are that there is not a single method to learn a subject, but multiple approaches to learning it. My belief is that using all the resources acquirable will lead...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Linguistics
ACT Math: 31

Saneha: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...their studies feel less intimidating. My teaching method varies with what works best for the student I am tutoring. In our initial talks, we can figure out an efficient system and schedule that benefit you and make your learning experience optimal. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you feel more confident in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
University of Illinois at Chicago - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Roberto: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...a Certificate in Professional Writing. After graduation, I moved to New York to work for a youth organization called Serving Teens through Arts Resources, where I combined both my theatre and writing education to act, write and teach. Now in Chicago, I work as professional actor, producer, writer, and freelance tutor, upholding my values of...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Tyne: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...components of the GRE. I also have a pedagogic predilection for GRE vocabulary, playing with mnemonics and even encouraging doodling to remember the tougher words. Beyond my academic and tutoring interests, I am a freelance illustrator with a lifelong passion for illustration, comics, and the graphic novel. I am also passionate about travel, hiking, and...
Education & Certification
St. Mary's College of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Psychology
GRE Verbal: 163

April: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...English teacher to English teacher at a local state university. I have also taught private Spanish classes. I have returned to the States and back in the classroom as a para again. I am passionate about seeing students succeed and BELIEVE in themselves and serving those who need it most. I enjoy using my love...
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Blossom: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...sophomore at the University of Illinois At Chicago, majoring in Computer Science and double minoring in Business Administration and Communications. I have experience tutoring in Math Classes like Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, and Geometry. With regards to computer science - I am proficient in Python, C++, MIT App Inventor and Scratch! I have also participated in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Rebecca: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago where I obtained my B.A. in English with a Media, Rhetorical, and Cultural Studies concentration. I'm passionate about helping students unlock their reading and writing potential and strive to create a supportive and engaging learning environment tailored to each individual's needs. This means guiding students through the intricacies...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois Chicago - Bachelor, English

Stacy: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...qualities of a great teacher include accountability, creativity, and exceptional management skills. Students' views of education are shaped by their early experiences in school. A teacher is one of the first people to develop a child's passion for knowledge. Students enjoy the learning experience when they feel their academic curiosity and well being are nurtured....
Education & Certification
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology
National Louis University - Masters, Special Education

Shelley: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...educating is my passion! I'm enthusiastic, imparting fun and humor into things that one may find otherwise mundane. I'm a masters degreed Registered Nurse with experience in the ICU, telemetry, cariolopulmonary, nephrology, urology, oncology, and primary care. I graduated from DePaul University with Presidential Distinction, and I was a full time professor at the College...
Education & Certification
Columbia College-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Business Administration and Management
DePaul University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)

Jide: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...presented during my early education. As somebody who has had to work to find new intuitive ways to learn, I highly value the qualities of patience and out-of-the-box thinking to help my students succeed! I have tutored all fundamental subjects for students in K-12. However, as a student currently pursuing a degree in Secondary Education...
Education & Certification
Oakland Community College - Bachelor of Science, Engineering, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33

Rachael: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...most effective for them. I am a patient, positive, and tutor, and I am capable of working with students from varied academic backgrounds. My specialties are academic writing and college essay preparation, critical reading skills, study skills and organization, and middle and high school level math. I have also successfully self studied for the LSAT,...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
LSAT: 173

Cammy: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
Hi, my name is Cammy and I am a rising senior at Northwestern University, studying Theatre, History, and Leadership. I understand how stressful school can be and am interested in arming you with both the knowledge and skills to find success!
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Hannah: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...since I strongly believe in the virtues of a well-rounded, versatile education. However, I prefer tutoring math and standardized test prep because I love helping students to be confident and successful in these areas. I love learning and I hold myself to the highest standards, and I hope to inspire students to push themselves and...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies

Levi: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...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...
Education & Certification
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

Nicole: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...a subject I've developed a deep appreciation for through presentations, leadership experiences, and community involvement. I believe public speaking is a skill that can open doors, and I'm passionate about helping students build confidence and find their voice! In my spare time, I enjoy reading novels and essays, going on long walks through the city,...
Education & Certification
College of DuPage - Associate in Science, Business Administration and Management
DePaul University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Grace: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...pursuing a Master's in Teaching at the University of Chicago and also have a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Chicago. I have experience tutoring in and out of schools, as well as experience as a student teacher in classrooms, and love working with students! I specialize in reading and writing support (standardized...
Education & Certification
The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Architecture, Political Science and Government
The University of Chicago - Master of Arts Teaching, Middle School Teaching
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Alana: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...passion for teaching and I am currently finishing up my undergraduate degree in Sociology graduating with honors from DePaul University and have been accepted into a M.Ed. in Special Education program starting this June. I have years of experience tutoring in all subjects for elementary through middle school age groups. I want to provide your...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Special Education

Hannah: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...I can make the learning more relevant and real for him or her. I believe that making personal connections with learning is the best way to make new knowledge and skills stick as well as to make it a positive experience. For example, I had a group of very disinterested 8th grade boys in my...
Education & Certification
Lawrence University - Bachelors, English, Spanish

Emily: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...is Emily McGill and I'm going to be a senior at the University of Michigan. French is my mother tongue, as my mom's family all immigrated from France and still have a home there that I visit for several months every year. From kindergarten to 12th grade, I attended EFAC (Ecole Franco-Americaine de Chicago) and...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Current Undergrad, Creative Writing
ACT Reading: 32
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Doctorate (PhD), Applied Physics
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