PSAT Writing Skills Tutors in Summit, IL
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Psychology, Anthropology
Experience
For five years after graduating, I worked for Writers House in New York City as a junior agent/editor . Writers House is an esteemed literary agency that supports?clients such as Nora Roberts, Michael Lewis, Stephen Hawking, Stephanie Meyer, and John Green . I am a lifelong...
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Carleton College - BA, Biology
Experience
I began tutoring as a volunteer three years ago at Onward Neighborhood House, where I helped students with their homework and aided their development in writing, reading, and mathematics . At the same time, I took classes to teach?me how to explain math and science to...
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
Experience
I'm also volunteering with a University of Chicago organization which allows me to tutor low income high school and middle school students . Before I came to college, I lead SAT preparation groups as well . Subjects I tutor include reading, writing, history, literature,...
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Macalester College - Bachelors, English , University of Chicago - Masters, Political Science and Government
Experience
It is better when the teacher and student can work together and share a common ground . My teaching method is to keep in mind that when I am teaching, I am sharing a mind-space with my student . I believe that to be a successful tutor, you must be able to accommodate...
Education
College of William and Mary - BBA, Accounting , University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - PhD, Management
Experience
I've worked in a variety of settings, including for different companies, at nonprofits, and as?an independent contractor . I've worked with both individuals and large groups, and I believe my combination of education,?experiences, and the utilization of individualized plans...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Computer Science
Experience
I'm a tutor who is based out of Chicago, Illinois, where I enjoy completing puzzles, knitting, and bicycling, when I'm not in the classroom working with students . I have my bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of Illinois at Chicago . As a tutor, I'm...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Fundamentals & Computational Neuroscience
Experience
I am prepared to tutor at any age or skill level . My expertise lies across various different subjects . What I really like about being a tutor is to help students learn and share useful strategies, particularly in regards to standardized testing . Algebra, calculus,...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology , University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
Experience
I believe that it's important to work with students to help them find the solutions to their problems, rather than spoon-feed them the answers . In my experience, the best way to teach is to come up with individualized lessons that focus on the strengths of a student, so that...
Education
University of Louisville - BA, Humanities , University of Chicago - MA, Humanities
Experience
While earning my degrees, I chose to pursue the Humanities because it allowed for an interdisciplinary approach to the subjects I would study .? A defining characteristic of my approach to learning and teaching is?my belief?that any subject is within reach for any student . ...
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Vanderbilt University - BA, Communication Studies, Philosophy
Experience
Through experiences such as leading the Scholastic Bowl team and acting as ambassador in Greek life community at college, I have come to value and appreciate my sense of dedication and thoroughness that I bring to any task or challenge that I am faced with . It is my belief...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior
Experience
I've tutored students of all ages, and my favorite subject to teach is Biology . I do my best to make the subjects I teach interesting and to keep the students engaged, whether we are working on learning concepts, reviewing for quizzes or tests, or preparing for...
Education
Oberlin College and Conservatory - B.A. (with Honors) and B.M., German Studies and Voice Performance , DePaul University - M.M., Voice...
Experience
I also use different teaching styles to help all levels of students become masters of the material .? When tutoring German, for example, I tend to be very systematic . This provides my students with a strong foundation in grammar for them to build upon and strengthen with...
Education
Harvard University - Biology, Biology , Cambridge University - PhD, Biology
Experience
The techniques that I help teach allow students to better study and prepare other material on their own.When I'm not working or teaching, I like to read and write . I also enjoy working on research projects.I'm ready to help you reach your educational goals . I can help you...
Education
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Urban Studies , University of Chicago - Current Grad Student, Social Services...
Experience
I am experienced in tutoring multiple subjects including ACT prep, PSAT prep, writing, reading, psychology, history, and elementary level math . I know that each student has different strengths and abilities . I believe that each student can?grow?those strengths, and that...