Vocabulary Tutors in Des Plaines, IL
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Caitlin P.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Willamette University - BA, French
Experience
Since writing is used in almost everything we do, it is important to be clear, logical, and coherent . I try to instill an interest and enjoyment in it so that the students?can reach their full potential.I hope that my enthusiasm for the subjects I teach is infectious and...
Brenda B.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northwestern Michigan College - BA, Psychology , Illinois Institute of Technology - MS, Integrated Marketing Communications
Experience
I spent many years teaching?English as a Second Language, TOEFL preparation, and Pronunciation . I have each taught my fellow tutors how to teach Adult Literacy . As I teacher I try to steer my students towards mastering concepts by breaking them down to smaller steps,...
Anne S.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Winnetka, IL
Education
Lake Forest College - BA, History
Experience
I like to develop good relationships with my students by finding out their interests and designing my lessons around that . It is fun to get to know my students by talking to them .? I my free time I enjoy swimming, travel, and study . I am a two year member of the Evanston...
Tyne L.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Wilmette, IL
Education
St. Mary's College of Maryland - BA, Art History, Psychology
Experience
This summer I start at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where I will pursue a Masters in Library and Information Science . I also work at Miami University, as a Senior Library Technician, working build?students' research skills and help them understand complex...
Najla A.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Texas - BA, Biology , University of Washington , Columbia University - MA, PhD in progress, History
Experience
During my time at the University of Washington, I taught my own class of undergrad and grad students . While working as an instructor, I also remained motivated in working toward my master's degree . I also have experience working at Columbia University as a teacher's...
William L.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Evanston, IL
Education
New York University - BA, History
Experience
Essays are essentially portraits of your character and logical flow, which is often where students are lost, is crucial towards creating a compelling voice . Mathematics is similar; it requires a practiced hand and a clear mental map . I am happy to guide students at any...
Dylan O.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Evanston, IL
Education
Northwestern University - BS, Computer Science
Experience
When I am not studying, I like to listen to music . Jazz is my favorite genre . I can also play the piano, trumpet, and guitar. A Level, A Level Japanese, ACT, ACT English, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT Science, ACT Writing, Algebra, Algebra 2, Algebra 3/4, AP Calculus AB, AP...
John C.
Private Vocabulary 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...
Stripe G.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln - BA, English , University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Phd, English
Experience
The best learning happens when tutoring sessions don't?feel like school, when?we are able to talk casually about what we are working on and still get a lot?done .? In my free time I like yoga, biking, and playing with my dogs. American Literature, British Literature, College...
Mary B.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Oak Park, IL
Education
University of California Santa Cruz - Bachelors, Spanish Literature , Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago Kent College of Law -...
Experience
I enjoy meeting people, and I get along with people from diverse backgrounds . I enjoy helping students learn because everyone feels pride when they understand something new . In my free time, I like to read, watch films, rollerblade, and hike . I also enjoy art. College...
Susan S.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Eastern Illinois University - BA, Elementary Education , Saint Xavier University - MS, Teaching and Leadership
Experience
So, it is always important for students?and their?instructors to be on the same page . The tools taken away from our sessions will be applicable in the journey of academic success.Aside from teaching, I can be found spending leisure time in my city, Chicago . I also don't...
Nicholas G.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - BA Double-Major, Economics, Philosophy
Experience
I also like to help my students better understand difficult material by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable chunks of information . I live for the moment my students finally understand a subject with which they struggled.I offer tutoring in Elementary and Middle...
Christina P.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
Northwestern University - BA, Anthropology , DePaul University - JD, Law
Experience
In this time, I focused primarily on reading and writing . 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...
Vinny T.
Private Vocabulary tutor in Chicago, IL
Education
University of California Irvine - Bachelors, Drama
Experience
It isn't an educator's job to provide students with one "right" approach, but to expose them to ideas and inspirations that will empower them to find their own "right way ." As a tutor, I aim to have the student do most of the talking, making discoveries, and developing...