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Christopher: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...tutoring and mentoring 7th and 8th grade students in the Englewood Community of Chicago in 1-on-1 and small group settings. I am currently working toward a TEFL certification that would allow me to teach English as a foreign language abroad. With Varsity Tutors, I tutor a wide range of subjects including biology, algebra, and English,...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Rebecca: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...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 go from there. I find that this way...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Samantha: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with Critical Reading and Writing portions of Standardized Tests. I love working with students and helping them realize their full academic potential. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling,...
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Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Adam: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...a doctor. I had been following my interests up to that point, and my interest in studying the human body started me on the path that I am on today. While I did not begin my journey with an ambition to become a doctor, experiences throughout my life have prepared me to make the decision...
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University of Nebraska at Lincoln - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Medical college - PHD, Medicine
Zhaleh: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...Carnegie Mellon University. I enjoy tutoring because I love sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying...
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Meriam: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...in intensive Spanish and Arabic, before continuing on to medical school. I have also been tutoring numerous subjects for over 10 years, including Math, French, and Biology. I truly believe that it is with individual attention helps maximize one's full potential. Tutoring has shown me that everyone has the ability to succeed with hard work...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology and French
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Alyssa: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...enjoyed working with students to develop their writing skills. I tutor ACT Test prep and English with a focus on critical reading and writing skills. I am passionate about learning and I try to impart a love of learning to my students. In my spare time I enjoy painting, playing the piano, and reading.
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Ellen: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...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 my students achieve...
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Oberlin College - Bachelors, Biology, Chemistry Minor
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Katarina: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...planning clinic in West Chicago. Finally, I am pursuing a career in medicine and have been accepted to medical school earlier this year. I look forward to being a tutor because I believe in that all students deserve an opportunity to excel in school. I approach learning as a conversation. I hope to build off...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Evolutionary Anthropology
ACT Composite: 31
Jack: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...participate in a tutoring session, making sure that their needs drive a session rather than my pre-planned agenda. Every student learns differently, and I have found that the greatest success is a result of playing to these strengths rather than fighting against them. I am excited to be a part of Varisty Tutors, and to...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700
Jenna: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...will never be successful. I love working with these students because I feel confident that I can present the material in simple, new ways that will make them feel GOOD at math in a way they may never have felt before. (It has happened in the past, I promise!) Math is so fun to me,...
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University of Wisconsin Madison - Bachelors, History
harvard graduate school of education - Current Grad Student, school leadership
Rohan: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...is Rohan, and I'm very excited to be a Varsity Tutor. I've been tutoring since I was fourteen years old, and being an older brother, I've also had countless experience tutoring my younger sister. I bring a positive and exciting attitude to my teaching style, and my main goal is always to ensure my client...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Psychology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Pete: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...Wisconsin in Madison, I understand the gap that can form between teachers and students first hand. Combining a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor
Karishma: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able to tutor again and to work with students. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a previously struggling student excel and to have helped them improve along the way.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Molly: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...grade classrooms, teaching students with a variety of needs. I can also tutor students through high school and college in History and Spanish as I hold degrees in both subjects from Columbia University. I am highly qualified to tutor Writing at all levels - from elementary to adult professional writing - as I have written...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Ruth: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...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 capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students...
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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
Davis: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...a Financial Analyst. While working he also received a Certification in Data Analysis and Visualization from the University of Minnesota. He has received an overall score in the 99th percentile on the GMAT. This includes a high score on the Quantitative section, a perfect score on the Integrated Reasoning and Analytical Writing Assessment, and a...
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Drake University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance
GMAT: 770
Alice: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
I am a chemistry student at Bates college. I have experience tutoring students from ages 4 up to undergraduate student. I primarily tutor maths and sciences. I also have a lot of experience with standardized testing.
Education & Certification
Bates College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
GRE: 333
Alex: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...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 at the University of Southern California. My business...
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
Gabriel: Burr Ridge tutor
Certified Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...and preparing to write 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...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Fundamentals & Computational Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
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Burr Ridge is a suburb of Chicago, and is only 16 miles south-west of the city. It is one of the wealthiest towns in Illinois, and is the birthplace of Ernest Hemingway.
Although there are no high schools in Burr Ridge, there are great educational opportunities in the nearby towns of Darien and La Grange. Lyons Township High School is located in the town of La Grange, and the school's campus is only six minutes away. It is the only school in the Lyons Township High School 204 District. Hinsdale South High School is another great place for your student to attend. It is located in Darien, and campus is only ten minutes away from Burr Ridge. If you are looking to further your education, you may be interested in attending the University of Chicago. This university is ranked fourth best in the nation. In-home or online private tutoring in Burr Ridge, IL, for both subject instruction and test prep might help you get into the best schools. If you are falling behind, online tutoring in Burr Ridge is one way to potentially get caught up in your classes or test prep.
Burr Ridge is right out of Chicago, which means that endless fun activities exist for the whole family. The Museum of Science and Industry is a great place to visit for people of all ages. Most exhibits are interactive, and all are educational. The museum has every subcategory of science imaginable, including airplanes, submarines, weather, and robotics. The museum is an excellent way to get your family interested in different fields of science. Chicago is also terrific for sight-seeing. There are many famous places to visit, including Cloud Gate, commonly known as "The Bean." you can also visit Lincoln Park Zoo, where you can see many animals, like lions, giraffes, otters, chimps, and camels. Shedd's Aquarium is a nice place to see different aquatic life. There are an abundance of exotic marine and freshwater animals to learn about. The aquarium has lung fish, stingray, octopus, seahorses, and whales. You will be able to observe these creatures and how they interact with each other. To get a bite to eat after a long day exploring, you can head to Giordano's Pizza for authentic, deep dish, Chicago-style pizza.
Private tutors in Burr Ridge can provide you online or in-home tutoring instruction to assist with your challenging course or test prep. Burr Ridge, IL, tutors might help students gain admittance into the school of their dreams.
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