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Jason
Incredibly Expert Tutor with 20 Years of Experience
I've worked as a full-time, professional tutor for the last twenty years. In the field of test prep, my areas of specialty include GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams in U.S. History, European History, World History, Human Geography, and Language. I have helped between two to three thousand students improve their scores on these tests. I direct SAT summer camps for two international organizations, and I write SAT materials for a major test prep company. Though I have an extensive liberal... Read more
Renee
English and Composition, Elementary reading/decoding, writing
I am a high school English teacher in Chicago and have been teaching full time for four years. I love tutoring middle and high school kids, I also enjoy that tutoring affords me the opportunity to teach elementary students as well. Seeing how quickly my younger students learn and improve is really rewarding as a teacher. I spent three summers as a Clinician tutoring for comprehension and decoding skills to kids of all ages. I credit this experience with allowing me to be an effective teac... Read more
Melanie
Experienced teacher wanting to help you understand math
I have taught high school math for 33 years. I love my job and have seen a great deal of success. In the 13 years that I taught calculus I achieved over a 90% pass rate on the AP test with half of my students getting 5's. I was nominated as Rookie Teacher of the year in my first year of teaching and for a Golden Apple about 14 years later. I have taught SAT courses in addition to all levels of mathematics. I recently retired from my position of 31 years but I would like to continue t... Read more
Steven
Retired College Professor
I am a native Chicagoan with many years' experience as a teacher of English, written and oral communications, and theater arts at all age, educational, and skill levels. I have successfully taught university-level art appreciation, remedial writing and composition, speech, acting, directing, introduction to theater, voice, movement, improvisation, and other theater, speech, and communication classes; and in the course of my career, I have taught and directed preschoolers, elementary and high ... Read more
Beverley
Experienced, Versatile Tutor, Fluent in Spanish
I began tutoring when I lived abroad in Spain, helping students ranging from 4 years old to adults. I tailor the classes based on your personal goals and also design materials based on your learning style, an ability that has been strengthened by my experience working in Montessori Schools. I have extensive experience tutoring both in both the ESL and Spanish fields. In my years of tutoring, I have also gained experience as a lead teacher in both content areas. I am eager to help you on y... Read more
Sherry
Unabashed Grammar-Lover Specializing in Test Prep and Writing
Hello students & parents! I am a certified teacher, and I have worked for the past 5 years as a teacher and tutor for grammar, English, literature, and writing. I have helped students prepare for the ACT, SAT, and college applications. I also work with students on class work including research papers, essays, creative writing, college essays, literature, and public speaking. Nothing brings me greater joy than hearing my students say, "That makes so much sense!" I bring enthusiasm, fun, cla... Read more
Tammy
Professional blogger, author, and writing coach works with all ages
Thank you for checking out my profile! I have a degree in journalism from Indiana University and after college worked as a marketing copywriter. I have always wanted to write books, and I recently finished my second one, which is a memoir. I am a community blogger for the Huffington Post, and now offer classes on how to write an effective blog. I've also taught creative writing to junior high students. I really enjoy working one-on-one with people to help them express themselves and find t... Read more
Catherine
Professional, Experienced, & Creative
I have been a second grade classroom teacher for the last eight years and an elementary tutor for the two years prior to that. I am a big believer in movement and the use of manipulators. I like to have my students move around the room during lesson times and independent work times because no-one can stay in one place hour after hour. I use the concept of a "Help Desk" where students can come and ask any question about any topic. I thoroughly enjoy working one-on-one or in small gro... Read more
Emily
B.A. Northwestern University, Experienced Tutor and Mentor
Hey! My name is Emily and I'm a recent Northwestern graduate. I completed a major in Film, a minor in Economics, and a minor in Creative Writing. I'm an experienced tutor and will push you towards your best with patience, skill, and a sense of humor. I always prepare carefully for tutoring sessions and will work with you to practice learning strategies that fit you best. This past academic year, I was a full-time mathematics tutor and socio-emotional learning mentor at a Chicago Public Scho... Read more
Charles
Creative and inspiring writer with a Master's in screenwriting
I'm a writer/producer with an MFA in Screenwriting from Chapman University who runs my own script consulting company. Thus, I have years of experience as a working screenwriter and teacher. I started my company after doing professional coverage for other companies. 'Coverage' is reading and critiquing screenplays. But, I do have ample experience writing in other mediums such as, essays, admissions letters, as well as resumes and cover letters. Developing and writing projects are a big par... Read more