Top Tutors serving The Island

Mike: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...are to help students develop their critical thinking abilities and to encourage them to utilize these abilities in interpreting and interacting with the world around them. I believe that liberal education is one of the great pillars of democracy and civil society. If I can help young people understand and assess academic material, achieve their...
Education & Certification
The University of San Francisco - Bachelors, European History
The University of Chicago - PHD, History (History of Ideas and Modern German History)
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460

Melissa: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...School I learned the importance of establishing rapport with the students. A strong rapport helps to create a relaxed learning environment. I also keep my lessons interesting by intertwining current events, my own personal experiences, and technology together. By using multiple teaching strategies I can cater to all learning types, since every student learns in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Roosevelt University - Master of Arts, Secondary Education-Social Science
State Certified Teacher

Rachel: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...graduated with high honors for my degree in religion. From my work as a writing tutor, and as a student myself, I know that sometimes the hardest part about writing is getting started. I love being able to help students find their interests and figure out how to write something that will not only be...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Religion, Classical Civilizations
SAT Verbal: 700

Josephine: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
I am a Mathematics major at Loyola University Chicago, minoring in Statistics. I am continuing my education to get my Masters Degree in Statistics.
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Current Undergrad, Mathematics
GRE: 329
GRE Quantitative: 167
GRE Verbal: 162

Heather: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
As a nurse, online instructor and yoga teacher, tutoring has been part of my daily routine for many years. I feel learning is a lifelong wellness activity. Mastering any subject helps us stay active and engaged with life. Assisting others in maximizing their potential is my joy. I look forward to helping you move forward.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Nursing
Rush University - Masters, Nursing

Ruth: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790

Christopher: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...is Christopher Vu and I am a recent College Graduate from the 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...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Writing: 780

Kaitlyn: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...over 12 years of experience working with children, including special education. I run a small crocheting business with my family, which has been a passion project since 2019. This venture has taught me the value of creativity, patience, and collaboration. My dedication to teaching stems from a deep commitment to helping students thrive, ensuring they...
Education & Certification
National Louis University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
State Certified Teacher

Mary: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...twenty-one years. I have taught first grade for four years, second grade for two years, third grade for twelve years, and fourth grade for three years. I hold a Master of Education with a major in curriculum and instruction. I am dedicated to individualizing appropriate educational plans for each of my students. Holding students to...
Education & Certification
Concordia University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Olivet Nazarene University - Master of Arts, Education

Rachel: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...at math and those who simply weren't built for it. I don't believe this is true. I think everyone can be a "math person" with the right individualized approach, and I thoroughly enjoy the challenges and rewards of helping students become confident problem-solvers both inside the classroom and beyond! Outside of tutoring and my own...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Education, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 800

Michael : The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...skills, and research skills. Also, while I was completing my Masters degree, I taught sections of written and oral communications courses, which allowed me to provide the knowledge necessary for students to improve on their public speaking skills, presentation skills, and speech writing skills. Due to my diverse social sciences background, I am able to...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters in Education, Education Policy Analysis
Lauren: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
I am a graduate of Loyola University Chicago where I earned my Bachelor of Engineering Sciences with a specialization in Computer Engineering, as well as a Biostatistics Minor. My goal is to help students feel confident in their abilities. I hope to impart my passion of math and learning onto you!
Education & Certification
Loyola University Chicago - Bachelor, Computer Engineering

Kristina: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
Knowledge is a power that everyone should have access to. It is my goal to help empower as many as I can.
Education & Certification
Rush University - Bachelor of Philosophy, Nursing (RN)

Sonja: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
Hello! I am a graduate of Princeton University. I received my Bachelors Degree in English. Since graduation, I have travelled extensively and have taught and coached for five years. I can tutor a wide range of subjects and am most happy when tutoring writing and yoga.
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Josh: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...in the medical sciences/molecular biology. Currently I am a medical student, but prior to this I did a PhD in Physiology and Developmental Biology. In addition, I work as a researcher looking at stem cell populations involved in fracture healing. When I am not studying, I love playing soccer, guitar, rock climbing and reading.
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
Brigham Young University-Provo - Doctor of Philosophy, Physiology

Alex: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...(Semesters 1 + 2), Introductory Physics (Kinematics + Electromagnetism), and Biochemistry. My favorite subject to tutor is biochemistry - it is the subject I most enjoyed in school and what spurred me to pursue a career in medicine. My teaching philosophy can be summed up with two quotes: "work smarter not harder" and "practice makes...
Education & Certification
St Olaf College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490

Wendy: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
I have been a teacher's assistant for over 5 years. I love making a difference in Childrens lives. I specifically enjoy working with elementary school children. I know school can be hard and not fun to learn. So, I like to make it fun for students, so they enjoy learning.
Education & Certification
Johnson & Wales University-Providence - Bachelor of Science, Food Science

Hudson: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...interdisciplinary background, I have familiarity with a range of subjects from the life sciences to the social sciences to the humanities. I have tutored essay writing to professional students and undergrads, symbolic logic to undergrads, and robotics and electronics to elementary school students as part of an after school program. I recently (October 2017) retook...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Social Sciences

Nathan: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...need to see it, some need to hear it, some need to just dive in and explore, some need to move around; most are some of each. I want people to do well. The first session will always contain a fair amount of getting acquainted and I promise to do my share of listening.... I perceive that students process information through visual, auditory, tactile or combinations of those stimuli. Students treated with respect tend to respond...
Education & Certification
Iowa Wesleyan College - Bachelors, Human Services
University of Iowa - Masters, Social Work

Daniel: The Island tutor
Certified Tutor in The Island, IL
...history is my favorite subject to tutor. I have tutored many in history by using an approach that stresses, "understanding the narrative." My students focus on learning historical narratives, instead of only memorizing dates and terms. Additionally, I have successful experience with taking GRE Verbal. This fall, I plan to study International Relations/Middle East Studies...
Education & Certification
Bob Jones University - Bachelor in Arts, History
GRE Verbal: 162
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