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Michael
Published Writer, Editor, Experienced Tutor
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a passion for the English language. Not just stories told in English, but the actual mechanics of the language. The nuts and bolts of grammar, syntax, composition, and more. This passion led me to obtain an undergraduate degree in English, followed by a Masters in Journalism where I graduated top of my class with a 4.0 grade average. I then went on to write for leading European and American publications where I interviewed many notable public figures... Read more
Claire
Passionate about APUSH, History, Writing |10+ Yrs Teaching Experience
Hey there, I'm Claire! I have over 10 years of classroom teaching experience and I specialize in AP US History, US History, AP European History, AP Government and Politics, World History, and Sociology. I hold an Illinois Professional Educator License with certifications to teach middle & high school history. I graduated from Loyola University Chicago, with a B.A. in History and B.S. in Secondary Education, and I have taught in public and private schools. I also enjoy teaching & tutoring ar... Read more
Lucie
French and Spanish Tutor
Hello! My name is Lucie. I am a graduate of DePaul University's School of Education-Secondary Education-World Languages (French and Spanish) program and have been teaching Spanish and French for 12 years. I grew up speaking French and Spanish at home. I am currently a French teacher at Wilmette Junior High School. I am located in Northbrook and am available to work evenings and weekends in the North Shore. I look forward to meeting you!... Read more
Georgette
Experienced high school teacher on maternity leave
Hi! I am a licensed and experienced high school teacher. I’ve taught social studies for ten years and am currently on maternity leave looking to still support students through tutoring. I’ve taught AP Government, AP Comparative Government, Honors Government, Government, Honors U.S. History, and World History. While teaching, I was a member of our school’s literacy leadership team where we prepared thoughtful ways to encourage teachers to incorporate literacy strategies in their lessons. Addit... Read more
John
Former Music Professor (piano, jazz, composition, theory, history,)
I provide tutoring in the following areas: Piano performance (jazz, classical, and popular styles), jazz improvisation (all instruments), music composition and theory, music history, arranging, band directing, and vocal performance. I am a former university professor (received Excellence in Teaching awards), have performed at jazz festivals in the United States and Europe,and own a proprietary music school in the Chicago area. I'm a great one-on-one teacher, currently have music students ages... Read more
Cynthia
An attorney turned high school teacher!
I am and always have been passionate about education. I believe that education is the greatest equalizer. I realized when my own children were young that there were too many attorneys and not enough good teachers, so I went back to school and got a teaching certificate. I have taught a wide variety of social studies classes including law, government, world history, US history, sociology, and psychology. For the past five years I have been teaching English, including AP Composition, AP Litera... Read more
Taichi
Conductor and Violinist
Taichi F. is the Assistant Conductor of the Northwestern University Contemporary Music Ensemble and a Founding Music Director of an orchestra. In June, he will complete his Master of Music in orchestral conducting at Northwestern University, where he studies with Victor Yampolsky. As conductor of a project-based orchestra, Taichi has led public concerts and outreach projects since 2010. They performed a flash mob concert at Boston Medical Center on the first anniversary of the marathon bo... Read more
Margo
Duke MBA specializing in GMAT, ACT/SAT, Admissions, Executive Coaching
I am a collaborative, results-focused coach specializing in test prep, admissions consulting, career coaching and executive communications. Recently authored & published a new book with flexible strategies for solving tough Word Problems found on the various standardized tests. At the college and post-college levels, I provide the following services: resume writing, particularly for pre-MBA and post-MBA candidates; MBA Admissions consulting; GMAT test preparation; and advanced Excel & Power... Read more
Karin
Experienced Test Prep and English Expert
I’m a lifelong learner and career educator. I teach all parts of standardized test prep, specializing in critical reading and annotation strategies, grammar fundamentals, and effective essay writing for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, ISEE, HSPT, AP, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, TOEFL, and more. I teach and lecture at universities and learning institutions, where I also instruct public speaking, theater and improvisation, plus marketing and public relations. I customize holistic study plans with learners and advocat... Read more
Molly
Writing Coach, AP English Teacher, ACT/SAT essay, College Essay Guru
I have been teaching English with a focus on writing, literature and rhetoric for decades. This winter I will be teaching two sections of English 104-writing and rhetoric at DePaul University and I was an English teacher (AP. Creative Writing, Critical thinking) at two excellent high schools on the North Shore. A college essay expert, I can help students choose their topic, brainstorm and write an excellent college admission essay. I majored in history in college. My relationship with my cli... Read more