Rudy
Certified Tutor
...undergrads in biology. I have found that several students have the potential to do well in school. The problems they face can be due to a variety of reasons, and one-on-one tutoring is a great way to help students figure out what those problems are and find out how to master the material. Aside from...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Behavioral Biology
Master of Science, Biology, General
Adrianne
Certified Tutor
...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 variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds at the secondary level.... We always start by getting to know one another. I consider tutoring to be an ongoing, supportive relationship, so I want to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Social Science, Latin American Studies
Masters in Education, Bilingual Education/Secondary Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Kathy
Certified Tutor
...high school for kids with emotional and behavioral disorders. One of the things I loved was that I was able to teach a wide variety of subjects from Math to Psychology to History. My favorite subjects are Math, History, and Social Sciences. I grew up in Chicago and recently moved to Phoenix in order to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Margaret
Certified Tutor
...of 10 and 12 at my inner city church. When I am not working with children, I work full time in customer service in a small internet start up, as well as going to school part time at DePaul University getting my Master's Degree in the Media and Cinema Studies program (or, as I like...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, Media and Cinema Studies
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Verbal: 760
Christine
Certified Tutor
...doctoral student, my hope is to one day be able to teach at the collegiate level. I love both teaching practical ideas and explaining abstract concepts, and this is one reason I signed on with Varsity Tutors. I am very excited about this opportunity with Varsity Tutors, and I look forward to sharing my passion...
Education & Certification
PHD, Philosophy
Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy/ Mathematics
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 33

Karla
Certified Tutor
...their language and literacy skills, to tutoring college students who are tackling tough Chemistry topics, and all ages in between. Not every student learns the same way, so I introduce material in different ways until it becomes relatable to the student. Enthusiasm and encouragement are important in order to keep students engaged and interested, and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Master of Science, Chemistry
State Certified Teacher

Alilis
Certified Tutor
...My experience working and teaching with languages is extensive, I combine my work as a freelance English - Spanish - Portuguese translator and as an independent Spanish tutor. I teach Spanish for ALL levels and needs. I provide instruction at the academic level by following Spanish class curriculum and preparing for upcoming assignments and tests. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Modern Languages

Benjamin
Certified Tutor
...activities, and games. Last year I taught 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year level Mandarin courses in the Upper School at the Latin School of Chicago. After graduating from Oberlin College in 2007 I spent two years teaching English at the Shanxi Agricultural University in Taigu, Shanxi Province of China. Since then I have completed three...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Masters in Education, Chinese Pedagogy

Ben
Certified Tutor
...2013 and am currently a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Mathematics Education (Ma.M.Ed.) program at Depaul University. My background in math, along with my teaching and tutoring experience, will allow me to help my students understand the content of their coursework and develop analytical abilities. I'm a former basketball player and am...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Masters, Mathematics Education
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Nichola
Certified Tutor
...how it applies to almost everything in the real world. Aside from school I enjoy travelling, playing tennis, reading, and watching football on Sundays. I taught have been a teacher two years prior to this: one in middle school and one in high school. I had a great time as a teacher, and I see...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Secondary Education--math
Master of Science, Pure Mathematics
Kelly
Certified Tutor
...a subject from a variety of angles, true understanding and learning can occur. While my passions are for teaching biology and chemistry, I also enjoy helping students with English and improving their basic math skills. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time in nature with friends and family, reading, and cooking.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 33

Christina
Certified Tutor
...how to solve problems. I received my undergraduate degree from Northwestern University and my law degree from DePaul University. I love all things Chicago, especially the lakefront. I try to read at least two books a week and write in my free time. I have tutored high school students, college students, graduate students, and law...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Juris Doctor, Law

Katie
Certified Tutor
...are flexible, allowing me to adapt to whatever my students bring to the table. I also believe in the power of setting goals. When students have a clear vision of what they hope to gain out of tutoring, sessions become more effective and students see results more quickly. Finally, I strive to take complex problems...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, French and Foreign Affairs
Master of Arts, Bilingual/Bicultural Education
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34

Libby
Certified Tutor
...tutored 3rd-6th graders in Math and English Language Arts after school. Currently, I work as a Program Coordinator for a tutoring program and oversee Math and English tutors from Pre-K to 10th grade. My varied interests and experiences with different age groups allows me to tutor a wide range of subjects at many different grade...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, American Studies/ Women's and Gender Studies
ACT English: 35

Gina
Certified Tutor
...school. The diversity of writing I worked with fostered a sense of adaptability in me that I bring to every new tutoring session. I also tutored English Language Learners, focusing more on the technical aspects of language and honing their speaking skills. I tutor any subject under the broad spectrum of English: college writing, reading...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English and French

Kelly
Certified Tutor
...literature, and writing. I firmly believe that students learn best when engaging in material that is meaningful to them. I help my students to find relevancy in what they're learning, and I always tailor my lessons to meet the individual needs of the student. Outside of education, I enjoy practicing meditation, cooking, and expressing myself...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Science, Secondary Education

Jacqueline
Certified Tutor
...serving 200 at-risk Chicago Public School students in West Humboldt Park, Chicago. Upon graduation, I served as an elementary and middle school teacher through the Teach For America program in Washington, D.C. I completed my graduate degree in Elementary Education at George Mason University and am currently working in corporate philanthropy for a large Bethesda...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Economics
Masters in Education, Elementary Education

Sarah
Certified Tutor
...am a 2nd grade teacher and graduate student at DePaul studying Bicultural Bilingual education. I have experience with teaching, tutoring, nannying, and camp counseling. I am from Arkansas, but I am living in Chicago (Go Hawks!). Math is my favorite (and best) subject. I have also dabbled at voice and piano over the years. I...
Education & Certification
Elementary Education
Masters, Bicultural Bilingual Education

James
Certified Tutor
...greatest learning experience for you. Of course, the final product of any assignment that you are given needs to be exactly as your school teacher wants it. But the roads, the turns, and the pace that we take to complete that finished product is entirely up to you! If your assignment was to create a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English and History
Juris Doctor, Tory Law - Trial Advocacy

Matt
Certified Tutor
...Maryland for the past 5 years. I am passionate about making a difference and helping students reach their full potential. It is essential to have a belief that everyone is capable of achieving their academic goals, as long as they are willing to put in the effort and have a positive attitude to make them...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Education
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