Top Phonics Tutors serving Western Springs
Christopher: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…I served a year, full time, as an Americorps member with City Year, tutoring and mentoring 7th and 8th grade students in the Englewood Community of Chicago in 1-on-1 and small group settings. I am currently working toward a TEFL certification that would allow me to teach English as a foreign language abroad. With Varsity...
Education & Certification
伊利诺伊大学你bana-Champaign- Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
David: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…tutored for many years and I have found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel. I like to present material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing...
Education & Certification
Drake University- Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 700
Daria: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…with their English grammar and pronunciation. While there, I took advantage of the school holidays and traveled to several different European countries. After my contract finished, I spent two months traveling through Spain. My favorite subjects to tutor are literature based, as that is where my interests lie. I enjoy discussing books with my students...
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伊利诺伊大学你bana-Champaign- Bachelor in Arts, French Language, Literature
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Molly: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…area foundation. 3. Impart test-taking skills and strategies necessary for school success. I teach with the tenets of the Common Core State Standards in mind. As such, I do not aim to teach "tricks" for getting the right answer. Rather, I aim to wholly ingrain the skills, strategies, and overall thinking needed to fully understand...
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Columbia University in the City of New York- Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University- Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Katie: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves...
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University of Notre Dame- Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut- Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33
Jack: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…actively participate in a tutoring session, making sure that their needs drive a session rather than my pre-planned agenda. Every student learns differently, and I have found that the greatest success is a result of playing to these strengths rather than fighting against them. I am excited to be a part of Varisty Tutors, and...
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Northwestern University- Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700
Adrianne: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and test preparation for GRE, ACT, SAT as well as state-mandated tests in Illinois and Michigan. Finally, I majored in and am pursuing a Master's Degree in the field of social science. The Master's in Education program at Depaul is preparing me to teach students from a...
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University of Michigan - Bachelors, Social Science, Latin American Studies
DePaul University- Masters in Education, Bilingual Education/Secondary Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Kunwal: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…a Pakistani-American who was shaped by both the streets of Punjab, Pakistan and NYC. I graduated from the Macaulay Honors College with a BA in Biology and Boston University School of Medicine with my MD. I am passionate about empowering all students to feel confident in their ability to learn and conquer tests using test...
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CUNY Hunter College- Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Boston University School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine
Ruth: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in...
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University of Chicago- Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790
Jessica: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…in a way that suits them and they want to learn. Different students have different needs, so tutoring one-on-one can be a lot more beneficial than classroom learning simply because the teacher can personalize their lessons to fit each student. Moreover, as long as the student really does want to master the material, even lofty...
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University of Chicago- Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Evan: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…seeing my students realize that, while it is kind of intimidating at first, Calculus is just as easy as the math that came before it. I also enjoy helping students learn to get comfortable with standardized tests like the ACT. I keep both of us in a good mood so that the test doesn't seem...
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William Jewell College- Bachelor in Arts, Music
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 31
Dominique: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…writing skills make for a clear, thoughtful, and effective communicator, which are crucial components of a student's success. I am a journalist who produces copy covering various topics for print and digital media, and I love interacting with students. I believe positive interactions promote self-confidence and a heightened self-esteem. Tutoring is an opportunity to be...
Education & Certification
University of Utah- Bachelor of Fine Arts, Ballet, minor in Psychology
University of Colorado Boulder- Master of Arts, Journalism
Jessica: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…Health at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Throughout the years, I have worked as a camp counselor/summer instructor for children between the ages of 5-12, served as a math tutor for fellow students during my undergraduate degree, and lived in Costa Rica for almost two years where I became fluent in Spanish and worked...
Education & Certification
Ohio University-Main Campus- Bachelors, Psychology, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago- Masters, Public Health, Community Health Sciences
Zach: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…the act of teaching and sharing knowledge. I especially enjoy working on test prep, mathematics and writing as these are, from my point of view, the essential skills towards navigating today's world. I also have extensive background in the higher levels of music theory, which I'm always happy to share. In tutoring, I am very...
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University- Unknown, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Christen: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…学校通过我参与国家Honor Society, I was given the opportunity to become a 5th grade tutor. I loved being able to see the tangible growth in my students' confidence and ability to complete their schoolwork. At Purdue I joined College Mentors for Kids and was able to tutor 2nd graders while pursuing...
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Purdue University-Main Campus- Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Rachel: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…graduate of Goshen College--a liberal arts college in northern Indiana--where I studied English and Secondary Education. Since graduation, I have taught high school English, taught 5th and 6th grade Art, tutored elementary and middle school students, worked and taught at an orphanage in Cambodia, and am currently working in a 5th grade classroom. While I tutor...
Education & Certification
Goshen College- Bachelor in Arts, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
Eddie: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…and learning about new cultures; teaching English has given me the chance to work with learners from all over the world and at every level of English. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2009 and double-majored in Theatre & Drama and German. I studied abroad in Bonn, Germany, and then lived in Hamburg for...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison- Bachelors, Theatre & Drama / German
Erica: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
…story" and communicate it in a way that makes sense to others. I enjoy showing others how putting the story down in writing can be started using words and building upon them until they become a flow of organized thoughts and ideas. One of my greatest abilities is to help others conquer their fear of...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University- Bachelor in Arts, Human Resource Development/Communication
Northeastern University- Master of Arts, Human Resource Development
Brandon: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
I'm a 4th year at the University of Chicago, and I love teaching. I'm elated to help others learn and gain confidence in subjects that may not be their strong suit today. Also, I want to give students the tools to succeed in subjects outside of what we directly cover. ... When I teach someone something, I want them to know the material well enough that they feel comfortable teaching it to someone else.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago- Bachelors, Public Policy, Psychology
ACT English: 33
Catherine: Western Springs Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Western Springs, IL
I love school and learning and would love to have the opportunity to pass that onto the next generation.... My teaching philosophy focuses on visualization of concepts to promote a deeper understanding, which ultimately means a lasting understanding. Focus on how to help the student get to that point.... In a first session, I would introduce myself to my student so they feel comfortable, ask them about themselves to open the dialogue and make them feel...
Education & Certification
University of South Carolina-Columbia- Bachelors, Environmental Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
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