Kevin
Certified Tutor
...Education. I also received a Master's degree from St. Xavier University in Teaching and Leadership. For the past eight years, I have been teaching at a public high school. I have taught Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and AP Statistics. I have helped students prepare for the AP Statistics Exam. In my spare time,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Secondary Math Education
Master of Arts, Teaching and Leadership
Scott
Certified Tutor
...instructor that I had for Organic Chemistry was amazing and made the class not only amusing and interesting but also fun. The experience of understanding Organic Chemistry inspired me to pursue a Master's degree specifically in this subject. While in graduate school, I was a teaching assistant and this was very rewarding for me as...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Master of Science, Chemistry
Susan
Certified Tutor
...boards, sky writing, active movement, as well as many anchoring visuals. Such student success has also come through a gradual release method that I use as a framework for my lessons. This includes modeling, guided practice, independent practice and a wrap-up closure. Working 1:1 gives me the opportunity to deeply differentiate to my students' specific...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Master of Science, Teaching and Leadership
Matt
Certified Tutor
...Spanish to English speakers and English to Spanish speakers. I have a huge passion for music, and have been playing guitar for 12 years. I truly believe that everyone can learn and succeed given the right support and structure and it would be my pleasure to have the opportunity to assist you in reaching your...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
Master of Arts, Elementary Education
Amanda
Certified Tutor
...I have taught for 3 years! I tutor K-8 students in Reading and Math. I also sing and can teach the basics of music. My tutoring style is simple: to enable your student to independently find a solution to their problem(s). Upon engaging with your student a few times, I will have troubleshot their academic...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Master of Arts, Media Communication
Evelyn
Certified Tutor
...a teacher, I worked as a behavior analyst throughout Chicagoland. I have worked with students as young as 3 years old up to 19 years old. I became a teacher after I realized how much I enjoyed teaching people new skills and seeing them make improvements. My philosophy to teaching is that all students can...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Master of Arts, Special Education
Sharletha
Certified Tutor
...and aim to meet the needs of a diverse population. My instructional strategies and philosophy is grounded in my understanding of the issues of equity and fairness with the belief that all students are appreciated, shown respect and expected to treat each other with the same dignity. I also believe that effective communication is essential...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Civil Engineering
Masters, Curriculum & Instruction
Joanna
Certified Tutor
...have experience with homework club. I currently work in higher education, working with individuals pursuing graduate school. My favorite subject to teach is anything with elementary school children. With older children, I enjoy many subjects such as reading, writing, social studies, and science. My teaching philosophy focuses on breaking things down so that they are...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Masters, Psychology
Sarah
Certified Tutor
...a specialized program. I love bringing my clinical skills to my work as a tutor because it allows me to break skills down to their fundamental levels. Working with students to understand the concepts at play helps them to not only get the right answer but to understand the why. This skill based learning helps...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Masters, Speech Language Pathology
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 36
Jennece
Certified Tutor
...engaging, creative and fun. I am also a cheer coach and theater director and I bring my performance background into each of my lessons making sure the learner is having a great time and tackling assignments with confidence. I intend to supply students with an overarching repertoire of strategies on how to approach problems and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Early Childhood Education
Current Grad Student, Education Administration
Edgar
Certified Tutor
...have taught the following courses while in graduate school: General chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry. I also minored in mathematics while getting my B.S. in chemistry so I have tutored students in everything from algebra to multi-variable calculus. I enjoy helping students and I get really excited when I feel I have...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Chemistry
Current Grad Student, Chemistry
Dawn
Certified Tutor
...a passion and excitement for teaching and learning. I believe in connecting with my students then together we can tackle the academics. I believe every child can learn and children learn differently! So if one way doesn't work for them, then we will try a different way . Finally, we have to have fun!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Elementary education
Masters, Reading specialist
Darryl
Certified Tutor
...a career in Anesthesiology. In college I was a chemistry and biology major and had the opportunity to tutor chemistry. What I enjoy most about tutoring is helping students realize their potential. Each student's learning style is unique and I am excited to help facilitate you with the tutoring process. Whether it be preparing for...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology/Chemistry
Current Grad Student, Medicine
Shandra
Certified Tutor
An educator should enjoy working with people. We should voluntarily dedicate ourselves to helping others. We should also enjoy and benefit from interacting with others. Educators should be self-motivated individuals who are committed to ensuring the enhancement of the quality of education provided to every student.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Computer Technology
Masters, Elementary Education
Kimberly
Certified Tutor
My name is Kimberly and I am a highly experienced elementary and middle school teacher. With over 19 years experience in the classroom and a masters degree I can provide you with excellent tutoring...
Education & Certification
Associate in Science, Elementary School Teaching
Diploma, Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Laura
Certified Tutor
...became a teacher in the Chicago area. I taught students of all abilities in elementary school for 5 years. While I was teaching, I also received my ESL endorsement and worked with many students learning English as a Second Language. Currently, I am in graduate school for speech-language pathology. I have been tutoring a variety...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Special Education
Master of Science, Speech-Language Pathology
Emily
Certified Tutor
...Emily and I am currently working on completing my Master's degree in Elementary Education. I am student teaching at an elementary school in the south suburbs of Chicago. Previous to this, I was a program manager for the YMCA after school program at a CPS elementary school. I am looking forward to tutoring any kids...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Cultural Anthropology
Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Matthew
Certified Tutor
...elementary/middle school subjects. As a teacher, I have learned there is no student left behind and every student can learn. Not everyone learns the same, but they all can learn. As a teacher and tutor, I believe it is very important to get to know who your student(s) are so you can work together towards...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Master of Arts, Education
Carol
Certified Tutor
...the books then the movies. Everyone learns in a different way and it is up to the teacher to find what way works for that student. Learning should not be boring it should be exciting and having the learner want more. I have taught K-8 and now High School. Life needs to be changed up...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Education
Crystal
Certified Tutor
I am a graduate of St. Xavier University with my Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and my Masters of Science degree in Nursing with a concentration in Family...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
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