
Max: Tamarac tutor
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...a degree in Finance in 2013. I worked as an accountant for a large financial services firm for 2 years (July 2013 - June 2015). During my time there, I passed the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level 1 examination. I have intentions to go back to school for Secondary Education to teach economics/social studies.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Finance
GRE: 320
GRE Quantitative: 160
GRE Verbal: 160

Andrew: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...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 Germany for a year, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
Masters, Voice Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Luis: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...in physical chemistry from Northern Illinois University. Since graduation, I have over 20 years experience performing research and development and business consulting on a wide range of nuclear waste management, nanomaterial, and nanomedicine fields. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about chemistry, physics, biology, and math. In my experience...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Master of Science, Physical Chemistry
PHD, Physical Chemistry
Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Eric: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...over 14 years of management experience. Thus, my ability to identify problem area and help students to relate the subject matter to something that they already have an awareness of, is the skill that makes me a great tutor. I'm currently in the midst of a career change working toward a master's degree in secondary...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Finance

Kevin: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...independent consultant specializing in areas of financial reporting, internal control, and interim managerial staff-augmentation roles. I began teaching finance and management courses online in the Fall of 2012 and have been doing so ever since. I particularly enjoy tutoring because I am able to help so many students become familiar with concepts that are so...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Management
Masters, Finance

Thomas: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...at DePaul University studying Computer Science and Game Development. While programming is exciting to me, one of my other passions is teaching the math and science subjects that accompany Computer Science. I learned very early on that it wasn't the material that was most essential to learning, but it is the proper learning environment that...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 34

Kevin: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...from personal finance to hydraulics. After serving, I dedicated myself to helping returning veterans get situated with their GI Bill benefits and application essays. I respect those who seek knowledge and personal improvement and I believe that it is my responsibility to honor that by creating customized, learner-centered, multi-modal educational offerings for my students. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Public Relations
Masters, Veterans benefit administration
ACT Reading: 36
ACT Science: 32

Rebecca: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...and Philosophy at Miami University (1996). There I tutored extensively for two years, gaining the maximum clients possible (30 students a week) while still holding down full-time coursework. Twice I took the semester long Study Skills class, which certified me as a Study Skills tutor. Along with Study Skills, I tutored English, Literature, Humanities, Formal...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English Literature and Philosophy (double major)
Masters, English Literature

Hannah: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...tutor multiple levels of academic Math, Spanish, and ACT & SAT prep (focusing on Math/English sections). I am also available to help with high school and college level writing, and college admissions essays. My philosophy as a tutor is that students know more than they think they do. I like to guide my students through...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
Master of Arts, Women's & Gender Studies
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 710
SAT Writing: 700

Geraldine: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...I am going back to school for my teaching certificate. I have 5 children and have seen first hand the struggles kids experience on all levels with math whether it is in first grade or in AP Calculus. I love helping kids with math and figuring out different ways for them to have the moment...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics
Masters, Statistics

Jacqueline: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...have and continue to tutor and instruct youth in reading comprehension, vocabulary, math and the sciences. My hobbies include vegetable gardening, raising chickens, crocheting as well as cooking vegetarian meals. I enjoy tutoring in reading because it is needed to understand other school subjects; I also like tutoring in elementary math. I come from a...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Applied Economics
Masters, Public Service

Jessica: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...At De La Salle I teach American Literature, AP English IV, and Journalism. I'm also the Yearbook Moderator, ACT Test Prep Writing Instructor, and a member of our One Book, One School committee. In my free time I'm an avid runner, and I've run the past three Chicago Marathons. I enjoy Chicago sports and cheer...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Public Relations
Masters, Secondary Education

Elizabeth: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...I was providing "hands-on," sensory-based activities for my students; before "diversity training" became a mandate, I exposed my students to texts which focused on racism, sexism, homophobia, colonialism and anti-Semitism; years before the English speaking world caught onto the pedagogical theories of Paulo Freire, I insisted on student-centered learning, creating a safe environment in which...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English & Linguistics
Masters, English & Linguistics/ Also hold TESOL credentials from College of Teachers, U.K.
PHD, Theology

Ignacio: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
I am a Computer Science Master's student at DePaul with a BS in Environmental Science from the University of Chicago.... Math builds on itself. Build a strong foundation.... Ask for past home works and tests.... By showing them that everything they learn can be used to build and create new things.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Environmental Science
Current Grad Student, Computer Science

Myles: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...During the course of my degree I taught multiple classes and was a walk-in tutor for the Science and Math learning center.In my years of being a teacher and a student I've found there is always more than one way to explain any given subject. Moreover,since everyone comes from a different background some explanations make...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
Masters, Chemistry

Tristen : Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...graduated with highest honors from DePaul University in 2005 with a degree in relational, group, and organizational theories of communication. During this time, I learned the grammar and mechanics of language, and the various methods necessary to write essays and research papers. Since then, I've been touring the world as a professional songwriter and musician....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Communication

Joel: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...to, and I would not have it any other way. I first started tutoring when I was a junior in college. My professor recommended that I tutor some of the lower level students in her Russian language course and I accepted not knowing what I was getting into. Though I was volunteering, I was obsessed...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English, Russian
Masters, Secondary Education - English

Daniel: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...DePaul University with a Bachelors Degree in Chemistry. I am currently pursuing a Master in Chemical Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology, with an expected graduation date of May 2017. My favorite subjects to teach are calculus and chemistry. I use these almost every day and know them well. My hobbies and interests outside of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
Masters, Chemical Engineering
ACT Reading: 31

Nathan: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
...teach fourth and fifth grade special education. As a special education teacher, I have experience adapting text for students, using multiple types of questions to build student success, and using technology to practice skills my students are acquiring. Tutoring can be an intensely rewarding experience for students and their tutors. Learning from different people in...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Masters, Special Education

Jennifer: Tamarac tutor
Certified Tutor
I believe all students of all ages can increase their knowledge in a subject area. I can provide the correct tools and motivation to help students succeed! I am friendly, honest and detail oriented. I teach English Language Arts and French to middle school students. I have worked with English language learners as well as advanced learners.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Liberal Arts
Masters, Education
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