Gifted Tutors in La Grange Park, IL
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Diane S.
Private Gifted tutor in Woodridge, IL
Education
University of Denver - Bachelors, Computer Science and Mass Communications
Experience
I believe every person is capable of much more than they know and can achieve greatness when given the right guidance and encouragement! Algebra, Arithmetic, Elementary Math, English, Essay Editing, Gifted, Grammar and Mechanics, Homework Support, ISEE, ISEE- Lower Level,...
Elyse S.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northwestern University - BA, Psychology (Spanish minor) , Vanderbilt University - M.Ed, Elementary Education
Experience
I also was a student teacher who worked with kindergarteners and fifth graders . In my leisure time, I enjoy getting together with friends and family . I also am involved with animal rights issues. 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade,...
Georgia G.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northeastern Illinois University - BA, Elementary Education , Northeastern Illinois University - MA, Reading Specialist
Experience
I am working through the first year of my master's degree . My master's will allow me the title of reading/writing specialist. I currently teach reading and writing . My students encompass a range of all ages and skill levels . Though I am specialized in reading and...
Benjamin C.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Louisville - BA, Humanities , University of Chicago - MA, Humanities
Experience
While earning my degrees, I chose to pursue the Humanities because it allowed for an interdisciplinary approach to the subjects I would study .? A defining characteristic of my approach to learning and teaching is?my belief?that any subject is within reach for any student . ...
Adrianna C.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Rice University - BA, Sociology and Policy Studies
Experience
I try to teach my students to write about what they know, as opposed to just writing about what they think other people want to hear . This approach allows anyone to become a more effective and authentic writer.When tutoring, I stress that few skills will be as important as...
Haley K.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Cornell College - Bachelors, Psychology
Experience
I'm currently living in New York City, where I'm finding acting jobs and tutoring . I can help students with algebra, English, Spanish, reading, writing, essays, psychology, study skills, history, special education, public speaking, social sciences, art, theater, and test...
Christina P.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northwestern University - BA, Anthropology , DePaul University - JD, Law
Experience
I believe that a good education is vital to success, and when students are able to understand and overcome difficult concepts, I feel a victory has been won.I tutor reading, writing, essay editing, literature, and English grammar . In addition, I help students write college...
Vinny T.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of California Irvine - Bachelors, Drama
Experience
I continued along this path at the Claire Trevor School of the Arts at the University of California at Irvine . As I experimented with new aspects of the theater, I developed my own method of acting by combining techniques of various great actors into my own personal system ....
Sonjanita M.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of IL - Chicago - BA, English , National Louis University - Ed.S, Administration and Supervision
Experience
I have learned that all people have the capacity to learn - and it is the delivery of the instruction that makes the difference . Through the use of multiple tools including differentiation, modeling, and scaffolding information my students have enjoyed great academic...
Rebecca S.
Private Gifted tutor in Boston, MA
Education
University of Notre Dame - BA, English, Philosophy
Experience
I am also available to help students prepare for standardized exams such as the SAT, ACT, and CLEP . Additionally, I enjoy helping students improve their study and organizational skills in order to improve overall academic performance.I firmly believe in student-centered...
Tyler I.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Indiana University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Experience
I'm concerned with the divide that I have been witnessing in our country's education system . I have spent time working with under-served students in the Bronx through the New York City Teaching Fellows program, and that taught me to appreciate teaching as a profession more...
Christine A.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Ball State University - Bachelors, Theatre , University of California-San Diego - Masters, Acting
Experience
I have a strong background in education . My mother worked as a librarian and an English teacher, and I am a skilled grammarian as well . I also enjoy creative pursuits, and I believe that creativity is paramount for successful learning . I work with my students to try many...
Jena L.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Communications- Radio/Television/Film , Northwestern University - Medill School of Journalism -...
Experience
I want to share my knowledge and experiences with students and help shape their futures . I want to be one of those people that stick in their minds when they think back fondly on their educational experiences . Most importantly, I want to help each pupil sharpen their tools...
Emily H.
Private Gifted tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Barnard College - BA, English , University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Certification, Elementary Education
Experience
I enjoy tutoring and I have spent?time since I was an undergraduate?working to develop my skills in this area . While studying for my bachelor's degree in English and Writing at Barnard College, I successfully tutored students of all levels . I also took a number of classes...