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Drew
I am a firm believer in the concept of self-directed learning. To me, learning is not about memorizing facts and numbers (although I do love facts) but about creating your own experience. Learning truly becomes passion when it asks as much from the student as it gives back. My role as a tutor is to ...
Columbia College
Masters, Interdisciplinary Arts
Millikin University
Bachelors, Theater

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Kelsey
Striving to reduce language barriers in education. Growing-up as a twin, I spent the early part of my life communicating in a self-made language that has since been forgotten. After years of speech therapy, I can form the sounds of the English language proficiently. Later in my education, I began to...
Columbia College
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Gloria
I have a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Management, a Masters Degree in Education and currently I am on a hiatus from my Doctoral program of Higher Education and Adult Learning of which I have two courses including a research course and project to complete, prayerfull...
Strayer University-Tennessee
Masters, Education
Columbia College
Bachelors, Business Administration/Management

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Luisa
I am a current student at Columbia College majoring in English Editorial and Minoring in Communications. I have worked with students in grades 5-12 to improve their English, Writing, and Editing skills. I have also taught students grades 5-12 Spanish at varying levels of proficiency . I am extremely...
Columbia College
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
Joshua
What I love about Salesforce is that it levels the playing field. I came to Salesforce after 15 years in Christian ministry and am so thankful for the resources available to be able to pick up this new career rather quickly. One thing that I picked up in my years in the ministry is the love of teach...
Columbia College
Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems

Certified Tutor
9+ years
Ruby
I am a Marine Corps Veteran that has turned her focus into teaching/tutoring/mentoring. I majored in Psychology. I have tutored children from all types of backgrounds and grades pre-k-12. I have even worked with children with special needs to include: Autism, and ADHD. I believe every student learns...
Columbia College
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Rachel
I am a graduate of Columbia College in Missouri. I received my Bachelor of Science in Management and Finance. I have been working in the accounting and tax industry for my entire career. I enjoy teaching others about taxes and accounting. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, bicycling, skating, and p...
Columbia College
BAC

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Jessica
I am a graduate of Columbia College Chicago and the University of Virginia. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Art & Design, and my Master's in Architectural History, with a focus on expatriate gardens in Tuscany. My work has taken me to multiple states and countries, from being a Teaching Assist...
University of Virginia-Main Campus
MAA
Columbia College
MAA

Certified Tutor
Sarah
I am nearing my Senior year as an English Major at Columbia College. For years now I have been passionate about all things Englishputting words down effectively (and beautifully) on paper, reading classic (and sometimes not-so-classic) literature, and mastering the nuts and bolts of the language. My...
Columbia College
Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Carlos
I am passionate about helping students recognize that learning is a lifelong journey, one that continues even after graduation as we share our knowledge with others. With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in guiding high school, college, and adult learners in achieving their academic goals, ...
Webster University
Master's/Graduate
Columbia College
Bachelor
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