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Linda
Ivy League MA; college app. essay help; HS/AP English and French tutor
Following a career as a journalist, I began teaching in 2011 and switched to subbing and tutoring in 2018. I specialize in French (all levels) and English (literature, writing, ACT/SAT/GMAT prep, and college essays), but I also enjoy editing/proofreading research papers and teaching Italian and German. I am patient and kind, and encourage students to reach their potential. Confidence is a key to success; when students feel positive about their progress, they are more motivated to succeed. ... Read more
Timothy
English Tutor with PhD, MFA; Twelve Years Teaching Experience
I have a PhD in English and World Literature, as well as a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, both from the University of Iowa. I am also a published writer of both fiction and nonfiction. After six years as a full-time college teacher (at Grinnell College, the University of California at Riverside, and Vanderbilt), I became a professional writer and editor for educational publishers such as Houghton Mifflin and McGraw-Hill. I believe that one thing that often goes wrong in the clas... Read more
Kanan
STEM Specialist Tutor with a Passion for Results
Hey there, I'm Kanan! I graduated Cum Laude from Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Minor in Psychology. I apply my skills and knowledge daily as a full-time Mechanical Engineer, but there is nothing I enjoy more than using my free time to help students learn, grow, and develop their own skills in STEM topics. My areas of expertise range from physics to calculus, psychology to trigonometry, and much more. I strongly believe tutoring is a coll... Read more
Kelliann
Special Education Qualified Tutor!
I have my MEd in special education. I have taught special ed for the last 20 years. Many of my students were diagnosed with ADD and ADHD. Read more
Daneen
An Apple A Day...
Steve Jobs stated, "Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition." Everyone learns differently. Education is the foundation to find what we excel at and to parlay that passion into work that we love. With more than ten years of experi... Read more
Vimla
College access professional with experience in college counseling
Welcome! I am a college access professional with experience in college counseling, college admissions, financial aid, event planning and development. I am currently the Director of College Readiness at a Chicago high school. My background, however, is in college admissions. I have read and reviewed hundreds of college applications and accepted and denied hundreds of students. I hope to now use that knowledge to reassure and guide families through a somewhat complicated admission process. ... Read more
Karen
Biostatistician, Research Professional, 15 yrs experience, SAS, SPSS
I have been doing medical research for more than 15 years. In that time I have helped countless medical school students and residents with research projects including their statistical analysis. I love working one on one with graduate students in psychology, nursing, and epidemiology. I also enjoy helping PhD candidates get the most out of their data by helping them understand when and how to use statistics for their research. I have used SPSS for the last 15 years and SAS for the last 5 yea... Read more
Alex
Work Hard Get Smart!
Hi! My name is Alex D. I just graduated from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana in 2011. I have been teaching 2nd grade at LEARN Charter School is South Chicago. I am part of the Teach for America Chicago Corps and it has been one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences of my life. I have worked with children my entire life. Seeing children working hard and ultimately getting smart along the way is what makes me tick. I love watching the students I teach and tutor ... Read more
Wayne
Veteran Science Teacher
I have been teaching middle school science since 2000. I have taught in traditional classrooms and informal settings such as museums, summer programs, camps, and private tutoring. I have taught Science, reading, social studies, character education, human development, study skills, and algebra and I have coached middle school cross country, track, and snowboarding (varsity and middle school). I was the head coach for the middle school snowboarding team before stepping down in 2013. I have c... Read more
Megan
Dynamic Reading, Writing, English, & ACT Teacher with LBSI & M.Ed
I help students become phenomenal readers, writers, and learners. I have an English degree and an M.Ed and am certified to teach K-12 Reading, 6-12 English Language Arts, and PK-21 Special Education. I have been teaching for about 10 years and love helping students of all ages and abilities. I can help with all things English and reading as well as provide support in the areas of study skills and homework help. I am also a talented ACT teacher, and am able to help with the college access proc... Read more