Social Studies Tutors in Burr Ridge, IL
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Tufts University - BA, Political Science , Carnegie Mellon University - MS, Public Policy and Management
Experience
I attended Tufts University and Carnegie Mellon University.In my free time, I love to play tennis and go running . I also love to travel to different places and read. Algebra, History, Arithmetic, College Essays, English, Essay Editing, Geometry, Grammar and Mechanics,...
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Florida State University - BS, Biology, Chemistry , UMHS - M.D., Doctor of Medicine
Experience
As for my teaching style, I believe that the information taught should be understood to its fullest. Simply memorizing material is not an effective way of learning . When a student goes from absolutely despising a subject to absolutely loving a subject, this brings a huge...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - BA, Psychology , National Louis University - MA, Elementary Education
Experience
If I modify my teaching approach to match the learning style of my student, the student is more likely to gain an appreciation for the subject and develop their own desire and motivation to be understand the topic . This help students become confident, and also makes our...
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University of Hertfrodshire, United Kingdom - LLB/JD, Law , University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom - PhD, Law
Experience
In addition to teaching, I enjoy research, writing, music, driving fast, riding horses, and singing in the bath . I also operate a nonprofit organization with some colleagues that helps people achieve gainful employment. Constitutional Law, Contract Law, Criminal Law, Ethics,...
Education
College of DuPage - Current Undergrad, Spanish and Italian
Experience
I also help students who are preparing for standardized exams such as the SAT and CLEP . I believe it is fundamental to the tutoring process to get to know my students as individuals . There needs to be a certain level of trust and comfort established if a student is to...
Education
New Mexico State University-Main Campus - BA, History , New Mexico State University - MA, History
Experience
I helped students prepare for the GRE, TOEFL, SSAT, and SAT . I also served as an ESL teacher at New Mexico State University .? Many students are under the wrong impression that to prep for standardized tests they have to memorize thousands of things . This common idea is a...
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The University of Chicago - A.M. (Equivalent of M.S.W.), Social Work
Experience
I try to equip my students with a strong vocabulary and an arsenal of writing skills, along with plenty of study techniques and tricks to help them stay organized . Along with writing, I also enjoy?yoga and photography. AP Comparative Government and Politics, AP English...
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University of Illinois - Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Experience
I win my students over by showing them I'm empathetic to their learning struggles, and that they should never fear approaching me with any area of difficulty they're having with their coursework .? I don't just explain a scientific theory, I explain who created it and the...
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Saint Mary's College - Bachelors, Political Science & Economics , Loyola University-Chicago - PHD, Law
Experience
It is also obvious that I enjoy helping others.Along the way, I learned that each student has a different way of learning . The key to tutoring success is to find ways to keep students interested and engaged . It is also great if you can help build their confidence in the...
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Michigan State University - BA, Elementary Education , Michigan State University - Teaching Certificate, Education:Curriculum
Experience
While I enjoyed classroom teaching, I prefer tutoring, because I am able to work with each student individually?to?give them the undivided attention students don't get in classroom settings . I believe students should own their learning, because it helps them enjoy the...
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Framingham State University - Bachelors, Biology with concentration in Wildlife and Environmental Biology
Experience
I earned a bachelor's degree in biology at Framingham State University, concentrating on wildlife and environmental biology . After graduating I took an internship in habitat restoration at Fermilab . This experience inspired me to earn my PhD. My academic background is...
Education
North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Bachelor in Arts, English , Kaplan University - Master of Science, Education
Experience
I am seeking to provide some supplemental learning help in different subjects, while helping families reach the goals set for their children's education . I tutor reading, writing, literature, grammar, college essays, American history, algebra, trigonometry, social studies,...
Education
University of Chicago - BA, Theater and Performance Studies / English Language and Literature (double major)
Experience
I enjoy teaching my students critical thinking?through reading?and writing . It is my belief that these skills are essential for success, not just in school, but in life . I have been very lucky to have been a student at fine schools and I push my students to seize every...
Education
Northeastern Illinois University - BA, Elementary Education , Northeastern Illinois University - MA, Reading Specialist
Experience
My minor is in political science . I am working through the first year of my master's degree . My master's will allow me the title of reading/writing specialist. I currently teach reading and writing . My students encompass a range of all ages and skill levels . Though I...