Top Literature Tutors serving South Elgin

Karishma: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...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 work with students. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a previously...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Brandon: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, 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

Ruth: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...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 that the best way for students to learn is to have fun...
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

Siva: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...with tutoring and seeing so many new faces in the process. I especially love to tutor in math, chemistry, MCAT, and chemical engineering topics, and have experience tutoring students of all ages - from elementary school to fellow college students. When I am not tutoring or in school, I am an avid lifter and love...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Northwestern University - Doctor of Medicine, Health Sciences, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Ilana: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...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 different ways. We all learn differently, so...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Pete: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It is my personal wish that if a student has a special need, I can fulfill it through flexibility, kindness, and optimistic determination.
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor
Ellie: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...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 they are most passionate. This experience inspires my desire to educate young...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700

Jack: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, 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

Ben: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been a tutor for test prep (including ACT, SAT, LSAT and AP testing), academic and creative writing, and general academic assistance for three years. When I am not tutoring, I...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Hallie: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...classes. I now tutor a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, writing, Spanish, and Algebra. I am particularly passionate about preparations for standardized testing, including the SATs and AP exams, and helping students through the college application process. My hope is that the support I provide to struggling students will empower them to expand...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelors, theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 750

Gabriel: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...tutoring this summer, I'll be doing electrophysiological research at NYU's Center for Neural Science and preparing to write my BA on James Joyce's Ulysses. I'm extremely versatile with expertise in a range of subjects and really enjoy helping students learn. I also excel at standardized testing and am excited to share the strategies that made...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Fundamentals & Computational Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Kris: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a public school in Chicago through the University of Chicago's Neighborhood School Program. I also volunteer with Maroon Tutor Match, a UChicago organization that matches low-income middle and high students with college tutors. Before starting college, I led SAT groups at The Learning Lodge in East Lyme, Connecticut.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800

Zhaleh: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I love to play music (piano, flute, guitar), take a walk through the forest preserve, draw, design/sew clothing, chat with friends, etc. I look forward to contributing to students' learning endeavors!
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Laura: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...work hard to master the subject material. I understand the position of being a student working to understand a difficult concept and I think that helps me when tutoring students. I tutored high school and elementary students in high school and college. Outside of law school and tutoring I enjoy exploring our beautiful city, picking...
Education & Certification
Saint Mary's College - Bachelors, Political Science & Economics
Loyola University-Chicago - PHD, Law

Ebin: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...was in high school which elevates the challenge and required a more nuanced approach to deal with the complexities that often accompanies adolescence. To my surprise, I loved it. Not only was this an opportunity to review all the material I had previously learned, tutoring allows me to elucidate the concepts in a manner tailored...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32

Jasmine: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...am tutoring AP English Language, Modern World History, 6th Grade Language Arts, Psychology, ACT or SSAT prep, or any of the other Humanities subjects I cover, my students will develop a working vocabulary and the writing skills to demonstrate the extent of their knowledge. Effective expression translates to professional success and emotional maturity no matter...
Education & Certification
The University of Chicago - Associates, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720

Rebecca: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...and seeing them master the material over the course of the semester. Professionally, I have worked both as a programmer and as a marketer. I believe my greatest strengths are in teaching math and helping students prepare for standardized tests, including the GMAT. In my spare time, I enjoy cross country skiing, cooking, trying new...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Computer Science, Theology
University of Notre Dame - Masters in Business Administration, Marketing
GMAT: 710

Cynthia: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...January. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). My Master's program is being completed at Northeastern Illinois University. I have the most experience working with students from 1st grade through 8th grade. My strength is in reading and writing, but I have experience with all of the elementary and...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts Teaching, Bilingual/Bi-cultural education

John: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...began teaching Survey of Literature and American Literature at the high school level ten years ago. I also taught British Literature and World Literature in a "No Child Left Behind" evening school program. My tutoring experiences throughout the years have been fun and interesting. In college, I was a part time tutor for our university's...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education

Daria: South Elgin Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...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 traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
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