Advanced Placement Tutors in Des Plaines, IL
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Case Western Reserve University - BS, Biomedical Engineering
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In Cleveland, Ohio, I was a volunteer tutor for at-risk city youth . I am a graduate with full summa cum laude honors from Case Western Reserve University . My degree major was in Biomedical Engineering?with a minor in?Chemistry . I will soon?start medical school studies at...
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University of Wisconsin - BS, Chemical Engineering AND Chemistry
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I attended?the University of Wisconsin and received a B.S . in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering.I take my students' success seriously, and I am committed to making any concept?tangible and understandable . My approach is to use basic?ideas and words that everyone knows . ...
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University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - BS, BA, Genetics & French
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Now, I am in my senior year, with majors in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development and French . I am preparing to go to medical school after graduation . I also volunteer at a children's hospital in Minnesota, where I help the children there with their academics.My...
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University of Louisville - BA, Humanities , University of Chicago - MA, Humanities
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Students are often confused by complicated test questions, and I have found that the most effective approach to this is to teach how the concepts that?underlie the problem work together . This enables the student to learn how to solve problems using the methodology that works...
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Macalester College - Bachelors, English , University of Chicago - Masters, Political Science and Government
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This creates unnecessary feelings of inadequacy . I believe in treating my clients as equals, no matter what walk of life they are from . Teaching is simply a meeting of the minds . It is better when the teacher and student can work together and share a common ground . ...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science
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I put a lot of energy into tutoring, but also do data science at?a start up company . Also, I enjoy creative writing, doing stand up comedy, and playing basketball. Advanced Placement, Algebra, Algebra 2, Algebra 3/4, History, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP European...
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Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science and International Studies
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I would like to work in the field of foreign affairs specifically . I have really enjoyed my time as a college student as I believe it has helped me a great deal develop not only as a critical thinker but also as a writer . It is my goal to help the students that I tutor to...
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Illinois Wesleyan University - BA, Physics and Music
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It is fulfilling for me to help them determine which test-taking methods work for them . When students are adequately prepared for a test, their scores will?improve . I am available to tutor students of all ages in many subjects, including elementary and middle school math...
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DePaul University - BA, English and French
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I like to lead my students to the answers through asking questions, using examples, and referencing concepts?the student has already mastered . I'm most passionate about teaching students English skills, like reading, writing, literature, editing, and public speaking, but I...
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Loyola University Chicago - BS, Physics
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Being encouraging instead of?forcing students to learn?something leads to a greater willingness to learn the material in my opinion and I try to be as encouraging as possible . Keeping things lighthearted and having a sense of humor in the classroom never hurts either . When...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, English Literature & Theatre
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My journey in?instruction has led me to work with students of all ages and levels of comprehension . I can guide elementary through high school students to success in learning, regardless of their needs.I am a true blue performer . When I am not teaching, you can find me on...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Current Undergrad, Music Performance
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I help students fully understand concepts so that they can apply their knowledge and face new challenges . I can tutor algebra, English, essays, French, grammar, geometry, writing, middle school math, ACT prep, and others . In my free time, I enjoy poetry, literature,...
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Grinnell College - BA, Computer Science
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I also tutor in Spanish . I received my degree in Computer Science from Grinnell College . I have worked with middle school students and high school students in the Chicago area in many different subjects . I have experience working with adult students as well . I've...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre
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It's very rewarding to help students figure out how they learn most effectively, and then to help them reach their goals . I can tutor algebra, business, calculus, geometry, theater, public speaking, English, pre-algebra, trigonometry, accounting, geography, art, physics,...