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Katie: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves are math and English (especially grammar). I...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33
Luke: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance in ACT Reading, Writing, and Science. Whatever the subject, I thrive on leading students to moments of clarity and a sense of accomplishment. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy exploring nature,...
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Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
Julie: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...students particularly enjoy (and benefit from) learning and exploring new cultures while learning the language itself. As the child of a teacher I am a strong believer in the importance of education and all of the opportunities it offers to students. I finished my MA in May with a thesis on French fairy tales, but...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Arts, French and Francophone Studies
Shivam: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...I am patient and can easily identify what pace each student would like to work at. I cater my tutoring to the student's pace so that they get the most out of each session. I love tutoring because I know how important it is. I took tutoring sessions myself when I was in high school...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Computer Sciense
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
ACT Science: 36
Ruthie: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...a graphing project on the abundance of the invasive species, "rock snot") into skill building and practice. I care deeply about my students and they know that. They know that I always believe in them and will always be challenging them to do their best, be it through timed Do Nows to create urgency, charts...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Biological Basis of Behavior
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Rebecca: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...for one assignment or one test, 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...
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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
Chuck: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
I tutor the LSAT because I know it's a hard test and I know what it's like to struggle with it. However I also understand the process necessary to produce better scores, and nothing is more satisfying to me than helping someone achieve what seemed impossible a few months ago.... Your score is a product of so many factors--your understanding of the material, your speed, even how accurately you bubble answers--but in the end it all...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Finance
LSAT: 174
Andrea: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
I currently attend the University of Chicago, where I major in Political Science and Biology. When I'm not spending hours reading Nietzsche, I'm doing improv comedy and graphic design. I'm currently pursuing a career in advertising/consulting, and in my spare time I eat mini tacos and watch Louis CK stand-up comedy. ... Teaching is about taking something complex and making it easy to understand. I like to focus a lot on students' questions, as they give...
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Political Science/Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 760
Levente: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...semesters, where I organized and led study sessions, graded assignments, etc. At different points in my college career, I also worked as a mentor for Calculus 1-3 and a project manager for a higher level engineering course. Currently, I work as a derivatives trader in Chicago, so I'm constantly using and refining my knowledge of...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
GRE Quantitative: 170
Ruth: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...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 capacities, including teaching, and I find...
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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
Julian: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...math and science can help you open up new pathways of understanding in the world, as well as improving critical thinking and problem solving. In my spare time I like to go cycling, rock climbing, and play billiards. All three of these activities I use as avenues to find and deepen my own focus. The...
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Florida Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Boston University - Master of Science, Physics
Brad: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...and am passionate about helping others! Learning has always come easy to me, and it's something I want to pass on to those around me. I was also the Valedictorian of my high school in colorado and was a top10 all-purpose football player at MIT. Everybody learns differently, and I want to help you achieve...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Computer Science and Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
Zach: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...I especially enjoy working on test prep, mathematics and writing as these are, from my point of view, the essential skills towards navigating today's world. I also have extensive background in the higher levels of music theory, which I'm always happy to share. In tutoring, I am very insistent on simplifying and strategizing. There are...
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Northern Illinois University - Unknown, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Thomas: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...and helping students learn. I have experience teaching English in Argentina, as well as experience as a teaching assistant for various subjects at the Summer Institute for the Gifted. Exploration drives much of what I do, and I believe that learning is a form of exploration - and I hope to share that mindset with...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
Jessica: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...the way do serve some purpose later in life, both directly and indirectly. Outside of tutoring and academic pursuits, I am on the debate team and plan on either doing debate or mock trial during my years at UChicago. I also play volleyball recreationally, run, and practice yoga. I love to read and write, and...
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Anastasia: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...of experience as a tutor, substitute teacher, teaching assistant, Big Sister Mentor, and Peer Coach. By working with so many different individuals, Ive learned to personalize my tutoring methods to best match each of my students learning styles and needs. It is important to me to get to know my students and figure out the...
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Northeastern University - Bachelors, Behavioral Neuroscience
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 31
Steve: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...Math instructor, and a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) tutor for college students. I believe my strongest subject to tutor is Standardized Test Prep (SAT, ACT, and GRE). Performing well on these tests can truly bolster a student???s application for undergraduate or graduate education, and I truly enjoy helping him or her achieve their...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular
Elizabeth: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...six years of experience teaching at the college level at the Illinois Institute of Technology, DePaul University, and Northeastern Illinois University. I love teaching, love coming up with creative examples to help make material relatable and accessible for students, and love seeing the "light bulb" go off when a difficult concept really starts to "click"...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 34
Ilana: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...I excel particularly in writing and editing and love tutoring in the humanities. My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient and understand that sometimes all it takes to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Jamila: Northlake tutor
Certified Tutor in Northlake, IL
...provide my students with the skills to truly understand the subject material, as well as the confidence level and understand to tackle the most difficult of questions with ease. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I find that a large portion of students struggle with feeling that they aren't very skilled at writing. I...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Theater Studies
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Northlake, Illinois, is located in Cook County. The city has a population of approximately 13,000 and is located just 20 miles from Chicago. The city's nickname is, "The City of Friendly People." The name "Northlake" is somewhat deceiving, as it is not home to a lake; the city got its name from the merging of Lake Street and North Avenue at the entrance of town.
Located just seven miles away in Forest Park, Proviso Math and Science Academy High School is nationally recognized. The High School is located in the Proviso Township School District 209, which serves Northlake. You may enjoy working with Northlake tutors, who are happy to provide you with online tutoring and test prep assistance. A mere 20 miles away, Chicago is full of top colleges and universities, including DePaul University, the University of Chicago, North Park University, and Loyola University. These top schools might be ones you could attend if you reach out to private tutors in Northlake, IL, for tutoring either in-home or online, to receive subject instruction or test prep. Whether you are going to a prestigious elite university or a community college, private online or in-home tutoring and instruction from a Northlake tutor is a good idea to help you with your test prep and courses.
Northlake is home to seven parks, including a dog park and a workout park. The unique Centerpoint Preserve is 32 acres and located at the center of the city. The park features a bike path and workout equipment, allowing residents a free outdoor gym. The Sandy Vasquez Center - Millennium Park offers residents a place to gather for special events. The center can be rented for weddings, parties, and reunions and features a full kitchen, drink machine, tables, and chairs. Just outside is Millennium Park with a beautiful fountain and playground to keep the kids entertained.
Located just 20 miles away is Chicago, teeming with fun-filled and educational opportunities. The Field Museum is one of these places. The museum offers daily tours and features ever-changing exhibits and learning resources. Learning resources offer guides for children to use while they tour the museum, to be sure they get the most out of their visit. The museum also offers field trip programs and virtual tours for classes.
Is your goal to attend one of the many prestigious colleges or universities in nearby Chicago? Northlake, IL, tutoring might bring you closer to your goals, no matter which of the prestigious colleges and universities you wish to attend.
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