Test Prep Tutors in Mount Prospect, IL
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, Philosophy , Illinois Institute of Technology - Masters, Applied Mathematics
Experience
I believe that understanding math and logic opens up opportunities for students in academics and in life . When students are able to think critically about a math problem and then apply their knowledge to find the answer, they have developed skills they can use in many other...
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B.A. Duke History M. Ed. Aurora University
Experience
Drawing on extensive experiences in high schools, I take the time to understand each student and how to best translate the ACT and academic principles to their learning . The final results of ACT tutoring can be significant test score increases, college scholarships, higher...
Education
Carleton College - BA, Physics
Experience
I like to tutor both high school and college students . I have found that physics and math are the subjects that I like to tutor in the most. This is because I see the logic and reasoning in math as fascinating . I also find that I have a lot of interest in the physical...
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DePaul University, Chicago IL Major in English Literature with Distinction; Minor in History of Art & Architecture
Experience
I want to show others that learning is not a solitary effort, but a collaborative endeavor that benefits from shared dialogue, diverse perspectives, and cooperative teamwork . 10th Grade, 10th Grade Reading, 10th Grade Writing, 11th Grade, 11th Grade Reading, 11th Grade...
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University of Scranton - , Biology , SUNY at Binghamton - , Biology Adolescent Education
Experience
I have experience working with students from all different backgrounds, from the star students at Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth to special needs students in New York City, whom I have been working with for four years now . I've worked with students aged five through...
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M.A. Intercultural Studies and TESOL Wheaton College Graduate School, Wheaton, Illinois December 2014 B.S. Biology...
Experience
Implemented group and individual activities to promote retention . Adjunct Adult Education Instructor Elgin Community College, Elgin, Illinois April 2015 - July 2015 - Developed curriculum and lesson plans for ESL writing courses for multi-level class...
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Loyola University Chicago - BS, Physics
Experience
Keeping things lighthearted and having a sense of humor in the classroom never hurts either . When tutoring a student I find the most joyous part is when something a student is having difficulty with finally clicks for them and an?understanding of the problem is finally...
Education
Postdoc, Chemistry, UVA PhD, Physics, University of Washington
Experience
I am a National Merit Scholar, I received an ARCS fellowship at UW, and I was awarded an NSF Graduate Fellowship . My high school academic background: I took eight AP tests while in high school: European Studies, Calculus BC, Statistics, English Language, U.S . History,...
Education
Indiana Univeristy, Bloomington - BA, English Education , DePaul University - MA, English
Experience
I also volunteered as a teacher in the Indian Himalayas, helping children aged 5?and 6?acquire basic writing and language skills . I try to learn my students' hobbies and interests and connect the lessons to them so that they are interested in what?they're learning.In my...
Education
University of California at Santa Barbara: Bachelor of Arts in the History of Art and Architecture Roosevelt University, Chicago....
Experience
My tutoring students see strong gains in their school work and, most importantly, build confidence in their academic abilities . ACT Writing, Fiction Writing, Expository Writing, Essay Editing, English, Elementary Math, Elementary Algebra, Creative Writing, Art History,...
Education
Macalester College - Bachelors, English , University of Chicago - Masters, Political Science and Government
Experience
My teaching method is to keep in mind that when I am teaching, I am sharing a mind-space with my student . I believe that to be a successful tutor, you must be able to accommodate each individual's learning styles . As far as my education, I have my Bachelor of English and a...
Education
BA in English and Secondary Education, minor in Studio Art at Wheaton College (2011) GPA: 3.7 Illinois teaching license: ...
Experience
Students, colleagues, and friends have described me as a peaceful and encouraging person (good qualities for test prep). I scored a 740/800 on the verbal portion of the SAT and 660/800 on math portion (on the previous version SAT). I have a year of experience in special...
Education
University of Washington - BS, Chemistry
Experience
I am a passionate learner and student . Since graduating, I have tutored science while I got ready for med school . My personal favorites are physics, chemistry, biology, and math . I enjoy connecting scientific theory to what goes on in our daily lives and I help my...
Education
M.A. History and Geography from Jerusalem University College in Jerusalem Israel, 2010. Some work towards an M.A. in Old Testament at...
Experience
AP Comparative Government and Politics, Anthropology, Ancient and Medieval Heritage, American Literature, American History, Algebra 1, African History, African-American History, ACT, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental...