Phonics Tutors in Des Plaines, IL
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Elizabeth D.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northwestern University - BS, Theatre
Experience
I love working at a theatre because the people I work with love to learn . They love to learn about psychology, history, and each other . Whenever we begin working on a new piece, we discover new things about each other and the world around us . I also enjoy tutoring...
John C.
Private Phonics tutor in Maywood, IL
Education
UIC - BA, Secondary English Education
Experience
I'm also happy to help students prepare for standardized tests, including the ACT, COMPASS, DAT, GRE, GMAT, PSAT, SAT, and SSAT . I always try to keep my students' goals and personal skill levels in mind as I teach, because I believe that it's important to modify my teaching...
Mary Lee M.
Private Phonics tutor in Evanston, IL
Education
University of California-Berkeley - Masters, Education , University of Massachusetts - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
Experience
This game helps students develop confidence in their own ability by encouraging them to tell a story from their personal experience, based on feeling a basic emotion . After the students tell?their stories, we apply them by mapping the stories, writing them down in more...
Sarah B.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Missouri State University-Springfield - BSED, Elementary Education , Depaul University - MAED, Bicultural Bilingual Education
Experience
Math is one of my favorite subjects to teach students.I offer tutoring in Algebra 1-4, Elementary Math, Spanish, ESL/ELL, Reading, Phonics, Grammar and Mechanics, Arithmetic, Pre-Algebra, English, Languages, Math, Spanish 1-2, Voice, Middle School Math, and 1st-5th Grade...
Molly B.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Columbia University - BA, History , Northwestern University - M.S.Ed., Elementary Education
Experience
First, I find out what problems the student is facing and explain difficult?concepts . At the same time,?I evaluate what?the student hasn't mastered at school, and choose the best method to cover the core areas . Finally, I work with the student to build general skills that...
Haley J.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Hamline University - BA, Exercise & Sports Science, Pre-Medical
Experience
In English, I tutor Reading, Phonics, and Grammar and Mechanics . I can also help students prepare for the?SAT, ACT, HSPT, ISAT, SSAT, and ISEE.I currently live in Chicago and I love sports . When I'm not playing hockey,?tutoring, or studying, I like to catch a game on TV . ...
Allison M.
Private Phonics tutor in Arlington Heights, IL
Education
University of Pennsylvania - BA, Biological Basis of Behavior major, Creative Writing Minor
Experience
Books can present information in new and various ways depending on the author . I've found that many of my students often find this a good way to grasp the core concept of material they may not initially understand . My goal when working with a student is the same goal I...
Jack E.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northwestern University - BA, Theatre
Experience
I work together with students so that they are active participants in the sessions; I don't have a set agenda . I try to show them connections to the subject matter so that they become personally invested in the work . Subjects I am available to tutor include English,...
Katrina K.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Indiana Univeristy, Bloomington - BA, English Education , DePaul University - MA, English
Experience
In London,?I taught English composition as well as literature and tutored students aged 11 and 12 in reading comprehension by helping them to advance their skills in reading . I also volunteered as a teacher in the Indian Himalayas, helping children aged 5?and 6?acquire basic...
Joel S.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelors, English, Russian , DePaul University - Masters, Secondary Education - English
Experience
I find that I learn as much from my students as they learn from me, and I'm excited to help new students understand language and achieve success . When I'm not teaching or studying, I like to play the bass guitar . Music plays a big role in my life . I also enjoy cooking,...
Matthew F.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
George Washington University - BA, International Affairs
Experience
While I was earning my degree, I tutored grade school students in reading and math . I am available to tutor in math, English, history, and test prep . My experience working with a diverse group of children allows me to give each child a learning experience that is both...
Glenn S.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago - BA, English , University of Illinois at Chicago - MA, English
Experience
I chose to spend two and a half years exploring North, South, and Central America . I worked many jobs, including serving as an English as a Second Language instructor . During this time, I also chose to learn Spanish . I now want to give back to those in my area by...
Meggan C.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Iowa - BA, Communications/Art , Quincy University - MS, Educaiton
Experience
When I know that, I am able to?individualize and customize my instruction to meet each student where they are academically, so they can be successful .? One method I?use to learn about my?students is to collaborate with their parents and make sure they are part of the...
Edward G.
Private Phonics tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Theatre & Drama / German
Experience
While I was living in Germany I received my certification for teaching English to speakers of other languages which allowed me to teach English to elementary aged students and business English to adults in Germany . I also received certification from the Goethe Institute for...