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Martha

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Martha

MED
Martha's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Math
Study Skills and Organization
Special Education

Assisting both children and adults to grow in confidence and succeed academically brings me great joy. As a life-long learner, I continued my education earning a Bachelor's in English at Marquette University, a Master's in Special Education from National Louis University, and a Ph.D. In Education...

Education

National Louis University

MED

Marquette University

MED

Lois

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Lois

Masters in Education, Early Childhood Education
Lois's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Algebra
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Mathematics. I have endorsements to teach up to 9th grade in English, Social Studies, and Science. I hold a Master's degree in Early Childhood Administration. I have been a child care provider for the past 8 years and have taught chi...

Education

National Louis University

Masters in Education, Early Childhood Education

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching

Sonjanita

Certified Tutor

Sonjanita

Masters, Administration and Supervision State Certified Teacher
Sonjanita's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
ACT Aspire
Adult Literacy

I have worked with Chicago area youth as an educator/facilitator since 1995 - facilitating direct instruction coursework for youth in private, public, and alternative educational settings; as well as, with non-profit organizations and three area museums. I also have over seventeen years of experienc...

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Administration and Supervision State Certified Teacher

University of IL - Chicago

Bachelor in Arts, English

Darcy

Certified Tutor

Darcy

Current Undergrad Student, Early Childhood Education
Darcy's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

It is my desire to start supporting online classroom and student service functions, it is my pleasure to share my knowledge with you. My background and enthusiasm positions me to significantly impact your personal needs to succeed and obtain your goal learning a new language.Classroom assistance, st...

Education

National Louis University

Current Undergrad Student, Early Childhood Education

Nathan

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Nathan

Masters, Special Education
Nathan's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math
English

Hello! My name is Nathan and I have been a teacher for two years. Before teaching full time, I was a long term substitute teacher and a tutor. The majority of my experience is with students age 5-12. I currently teach fourth and fifth grade special education.As a special education teacher, I have ex...

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Special Education

DePaul University

Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Kimberly

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kimberly

Masters, Master's of Education: Bilingual & ESL Education
Kimberly's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Conversational Spanish
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I believe that each child is a beautiful and unique creation, one rooting from the beliefs and experiences of those who came before him. I see education as an opportunity to contribute to the formation of each unique individual.My goal as a teacher is to create a community of learners, both within a...

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Master's of Education: Bilingual & ESL Education

Monmouth College

Bachelors, Elementary Education & Spanish

Cheryl

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Cheryl

Masters in Education, Special Education
Cheryl's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
English
Executive Functioning
High School English

Hello! I have been a teacher for the past 15 years with experience in both special education and general education. I have expertise across the content areas but have degrees in English and History. I am also very adept at making modifications and accommodations for students of various learning styl...

Education

National Louis University

Masters in Education, Special Education

DePaul University

Bachelor in Arts, Middle School Teaching

Lillian

Certified Tutor

Lillian

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership
Lillian's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
AP Studio Art: 2-D Design
AP Studio Art: Drawing
Art

I am a tenured educator, Christian, and advocate for creative expression. Photography, Art, and AP Art are a few of the classes I have over a decade of experience teaching after graduating with a B.A. in Art and Education and a M.A. in School Leadership. I believe that effective communication is the...

Education

National Louis University

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership

Northeastern Illinois University

Bachelor of Education, Art Teacher Education

Elise

Certified Tutor

Elise

Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Elise's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Writing
Adult ESL/ELL

I have been tutoring since 2009, and I enjoy working with students of all ages. I love the learning process and share that enthusiasm with my students. I believe in meeting students where they are, keeping things fun, and maintaining student-friendly records so we can track our progress. My students...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, Education

University of Kentucky

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Kelly

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Kelly

Masters, Human Services Counseling
Kelly's other Tutor Subjects
College Application Essays
College English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

Detroit, Michigan is my birthplace and current residence. Before relocating back home in June 2008, I lived in Chicago, Illinois for ten years. My ties to "Chi-town" are abundant, so I return often to teach, freelance, and socialize.My philosophy to teaching has been cultivated through the student-c...

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Human Services Counseling

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Bachelors, Sports Management & Communications

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