Top Literature Tutors serving Homewood
Ellie: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...beginning of this academic year, I joined an organization on campus that teaches juniors and seniors at a local high school about community engagement through the lens of philanthropy. Through this, I have the unique opportunity to empower students to become leaders in their community; to provide them a platform to change issues about which...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700

Karishma: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Daria: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...the French government, to teach English in France. I spent a year in the eastern town of Belfort helping French students ages 15 - 20 with their English grammar and pronunciation. While there, I took advantage of the school holidays and traveled to several different European countries. After my contract finished, I spent two months...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Yesha: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...such as literature, math, science, and ACT prep. I have tutored kids of all ages and am familiar with different tutoring methods for each age group. More than that, what qualifies me for this job is that I am passionate about education. I have had a very successful school career, and I want to share...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Integrative Biology Honors/ Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Jack: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Jaya: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...currently in the process of applying. I graduated from Hinsdale Central High School in 2012, and there I was a member of the National Honors Society which was my first experience with tutoring. I am currently a volunteer at the University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital, and I help patients and siblings with homework and...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics & French
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Brandon: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
I'm a 4th year at the University of Chicago, and I love teaching. I'm elated to help others learn and gain confidence in subjects that may not be their strong suit today. Also, I want to give students the tools to succeed in subjects outside of what we directly cover. ... When I teach someone something, I want them to know the material well enough that they feel comfortable teaching it to someone else.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology
ACT English: 33

Alyssa: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...a computer teacher at a technical institute called CETPRO Betania. I have previously tutored a broad range of subjects and age groups, and I have especially 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...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Michael: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...2011. Having grown up in Alabama, completed an undergraduate degree in Massachusetts, and a Master's in the U.K., I have tutored students from a broad range of backgrounds in an even broader range of subject areas. I have worked with students in subjects ranging from History and Government to Reading, Writing, and Grammar. I am...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought

Christopher: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...work, including my senior honors thesis, concerned the adverse of effects of prenatal alcohol exposure on the developing hippocampal region of the brain. After graduating, I served a year, full time, as an Americorps member with City Year, tutoring and mentoring 7th and 8th grade students in the Englewood Community of Chicago in 1-on-1 and...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Koga: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...middle and high school level as a Teach For America corp member in the Dallas Independent School District. I know that the confidence that a student receives when they finally understand a concept that has alluded them is powerful enough to positively impact them in all arenas of their life, not just in school. Confidence...
Education & Certification
University of Kansas - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
State Certified Teacher

Oliver : Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...written word, among other subjects. I discovered the joys of teaching as a volunteer tutor to local high school students, helping my tutees fine-tune essays, read critically, and digest core historical and political concepts. After identifying gaps in learning, I guide my students in a patient and individualized manner so that they can achieve their...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Journalism, International Relations
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 710

Angelina: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...and communicate must enable her to resort to a flexibility of criteria that will serve the diverse needs of the students. Rather than deciding on which method is "best", she will realize - like an actor on stage, that does not use a "method" but rather works from all that she has learned - that...
Education & Certification
University of Barcelona - PHD, ESL
University Autonoma of Barcelona - Bachelors, Drama and History

Sonjanita: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...M.Ed in Curriculum and Instructional Technology from Grand Canyon University, an M.A. in Education from Northeastern Illinois University and a B.A. in English from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I also hold certificates in Master Teaching of English Language Arts subjects (Type 09, grades 6-12), Administration & Supervision (Type 75, grades K12), Well-Managed Classroom...
Education & Certification
University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
State Certified Teacher

Molly: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and Tutor, I focus on problem solving; developing real, concrete skills and strategies that students...
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

Katherine: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
I am a multi-level, multi-subject educator offering 8+ years experience in instruction; consistent performance record and excellent reviews; and innovative instructional methods to maximize student understanding and performance across various learning styles, abilities, and interests. It is my pleasure to educate through Varsity Tutors.... My philosophy in education is that all students are smart. It is my job as an educator to meet each student where they are and to guide them in the achievement of...
Education & Certification
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor in Arts, English
Loyola Marymount University - Master of Arts, Secondary Education

Ariela: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...is often my job to take in complicated and conflicting pieces of information (the blocking, a quick change in costumes, changes in a script) and quickly organize that information so that I can convey it to someone else. I enjoy and excel at condensing and re-communicating facts or tasks, so that they become comprehensible to...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Theater & Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Sresht: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...in 2 years as part of the GPPA Medicine program, where I majored in Biological Sciences. I have also obtained a perfect score on the Psychology/Sociology section of the MCAT with a 97th percentile score overall. I am currently obtaining my MBA before going to medical school. I have been tutoring since high school and...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Ruth: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, 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...
Education & Certification
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

Ilana: Homewood Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Homewood, IL
...as math for all ages. 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
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