American Literature Tutors in Joliet, IL
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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies/International Studies
Experience
I don't believe in pushing large amounts of information into your mind; instead, I provide lessons in small?bite-sized pieces . I will ask questions a lot, however, you have nothing to fear as I will assist you if you have trouble . Learning and memorizing is important, and...
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Northwestern University - BA, English/Psychology
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I also enjoy biking, running, and dancing. ACT, ACT English, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT Science, ACT Writing, American Literature, Anatomy, British Literature, College Essays, Creative Writing, English, ESL/ELL, Fiction Writing, GRE Subject Test in Psychology, Literature,...
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Elmhurst College - BA, History/Communications , Loyola University - MEd, Elementary Education
Experience
My philosophy when teaching is to play on a student's strengths and interests in order to enhance the experience and to keep the student engaged . I earned a B.A . in History and a minor in Communication Studies from Elmhurst College . Currently, I am a student at Loyola...
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Boston University - Bachelors, History , Boston College - Masters, Secondary Education, History
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I earned my masters in secondary history and spent six years teaching middle school students in the subject . While a teacher, I also tutored and mentored students to bolster their performance in class . I participated in the Master's of Arts Program in the Social Sciences...
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Illinois Wesleyan University - BM, BA, Music, History , University of Illinois at Chicago - PhD, History--British, World, Science Studies
Experience
History is the subject I tutor most often, though I also do ACT preparation for high school students as well as essays for college admission . It is important for me to help students in every way I can in addition to?tutoring, including giving advice, critiquing work, and...
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University of Chicago - BA, Economics
Experience
I also can assist students with study skills and test preparation, especially with the PSAT and SAT (Critical Reading, Math, Subject Tests, Verbal, Writing) and Advanced Placement courses (English Literature and Composition, Calculus, U.S . Government and Politics, etc .). I...
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Kent State University - BA, Psychology , Saint Xavier University - MA, Special Education
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I attended Saint Xavier University and Kent State University . I am currently working in my third year as a licensed special education teacher in my state . Before this, I worked in behavioral health as a therapist. I have worked with students from ages three to nineteen . ...
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North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Bachelor in Arts, English , Kaplan University - Master of Science, Education
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I worked as an adjunct teacher for a year while taking off from tutoring . Currently, I am going back into the mix as a kindergarten through twelfth grade tutor . I am seeking to provide some supplemental learning help in different subjects, while helping families reach the...
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University of IL - Chicago - BA, English , National Louis University - Ed.S, Administration and Supervision
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Through the use of multiple tools including differentiation, modeling, and scaffolding information my students have enjoyed great academic success. 10th Grade Reading, 10th Grade Writing, 11th Grade Reading, 11th Grade Writing, 12th Grade Reading, 12th Grade Writing, 1st Grade...
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Graduated in May, 2015 from the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) with a 4.0 GPA and a Bachelor's degree in Germanic Studies and...
Experience
UIC Writing Center, Chicago Volunteer Writing Tutor From 01/14 ? 05/14 ? Advised incoming students on writing projects varying from entry level English courses to graduate dissertation work ? Individualized clarification and...
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Junior Psychology Major at University of Illinois-Chicago, with a Minor in English
Experience
I am patient, understanding, and easy to work with . 1st Grade Reading, World Literature, Literature, Literary Analysis, College Essays, American Literature, ACT English, Vocabulary, 4th Grade Reading, 10th Grade Writing, 11th Grade Writing, 11th Grade Reading, 12th Grade...
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I earned my bachelor's degree in English from Augustana College (with highest honors summa cum laude, phi beta kappa) in 2001. I earned...
Experience
I have thirteen years of experience as a certified high school English teacher . I have taught reading, writing, vocabulary, public speaking, grammar, and test preparation to students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 . I have additional years of experience working in a college...
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Columbia College-Chicago - BA, Broadcast Journalism , Northeastern Illinois University - MA, English
Experience
It might sound cliche, but knowledge is truly power . I feel that the more a student knows about a subject the better he/she will be prepared for anything . I get very excited when someone I teach understands what I'm trying to educate them at . I am patient and very...
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BS in Computer Science from Roosevelt University MAT in Secondary Education (concentration in Mathematics) from National-Louis University
Experience
I also made a living for a year as a professional writer, and I am an avid reader, so I can help students in any English classes as well . Elementary Math, SAT Mathematics, SAT Math, Public Speaking, Pre-Calculus, Pre-Algebra, Persuasive Writing, Middle School Math, Math,...