Top Special Education Tutors serving Blue Island

Molly: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...right answer. Rather, I aim to wholly ingrain the skills, strategies, and overall thinking needed to fully understand how and why we can come to certain answers. My goal is not to help students to merely get a good grade on the next quiz, but to help build a foundation that allows him or her...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780

Rebecca: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style. Outside of academic...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Casey: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...my students' personal perspectives into our lessons. Watching a student learn new things is exciting, but seeing them recognize the power of their own knowledge and experiences is even better! In my spare time, I enjoy making and listening to music of all kinds, reading and writing science fiction, running long distances (slowly), and spending...
Education & Certification
Butler University - Bachelor in Arts, Music History and Literature
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters, Musicology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Grace: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...can find a portion of her honors thesis on Virginia Woolf's last novel published in the next issue of the Madison Journal of Literary Criticism! Grace loves working with young people and has been teaching drama and tutoring students in writing and test prep for the past five years. In college, one of her favorite...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, English Literature & Theatre
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Lea: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
I believe that every student can master any subject if they are given the right tools. I specialize in reading comprehension, essay writing and research papers. I care deeply about the personal goals of my students, and love to watch my students' progress!
Education & Certification
University of Illiniois at Chicago - Bachelors, Theatre Design (minor: Art History)

Janet: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...years in both the US and Canada, I enjoying working with students of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them learn...
Education & Certification
Moody Bible Institue - Bachelors, International Mnistries
Lamar University - Masters, School Counseling
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 31

Christina: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
I have been teacher for more than 14 years, and during that time I have instructed and tutored students from virtually every grade level. I attained my Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction in 2013. and completed my Doctorate in Educational Leadership in 2017. I currently teach diverse learners (special education) in grades 1-6.
Education & Certification
Florida International University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Nova Southeastern University - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
Nova Southeastern University - Doctor of Education, Urban Education and Leadership

Thomas: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...challenges students have. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Benedictine University and my Master's Degree in Applied Data Science at the University of Michigan. Helping others is something I have always enjoyed, and one of the ways I like to do so is through tutoring. I strongly believe in creating visual and sequential...
Education & Certification
Benedictine University - Bachelors, Biology, General

Anthony: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
I am a recent graduate of Iowa State University, earning my BA in political science, focusing on voter behavior, with a minor in psychology. I have been studying voter behavior since high school with several years of hands on experience. My favorite subjects are voter behavior, US government, US history and intro level psychology.
Education & Certification
Iowa State University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Joanna: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...State University Northridge. My experience includes teaching general education students as well as mild, moderate, and severe special education students. I have been an educator since 2017 and have taught grades K-3 and 6-8. I have taught in public, private, and international school settings. Education is most rewarding for me when I am able to...
Education & Certification
Walden University - Doctor of Philosophy, Education Policy Analysis
State Certified Teacher

Stacy: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...a child's passion for knowledge. Students enjoy the learning experience when they feel their academic curiosity and well being are nurtured. It is important for a teacher to model how all aspects of life is a learning experience. I believe it is important for students to understand that learning is a lifelong journey and their...
Education & Certification
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology
National Louis University - Masters, Special Education

Evelyn: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...3 years old up to 19 years old. I became a teacher after I realized how much I enjoyed teaching people new skills and seeing them make improvements. My philosophy to teaching is that all students can learn and that it is my job to figure out how they learn best and help them advocate...
Education & Certification
Kent State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Saint Xavier University - Master of Arts, Special Education

Kara: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...that my department chair of my undergraduate program recommended me as a kinesiology tutor. My approach to teaching is to stay organized, focused, but keeping it a safe and simple space with some flexibility in terms of having fun while learning. I like to include fun memorization patterns and relating didactic concepts to real life...
Education & Certification
Elmhurst College - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Jeff: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...their strengths in speaking and make them more effective communicators. I have also worked with students on study and test taking strategies so they can make efficient and effective use of their time. I earned my PhD from the University of Missouri-Columbia in the field of Communication. I tutor public speaking, writing, study and test...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Radio and Television
University of Missouri-Columbia - Doctor of Philosophy, Communication, General

Ally: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...a Bilingual Endorsement from National Louis University. My teaching philosophy is student centered and provides students with hands-on activities to engage in. I am consistently displaying the highest level of personal and professional standards. I am passionate about being a life-long learner. My professional goal is to be the spark to light the fire of...
Education & Certification
Millikin University - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
National Louis University - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Melissa: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...special education students grades Pre-K through high school. I am very energetic and try to carry over that energy into my teaching. My goal is to create a fun and exciting learning environment for all my students. When I am not teaching I enjoy spending time with my 3 children. We have fun being outside,...
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Bachelor in Arts, Special Education

Christina: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...to unlock that potential and help my students become confident and independent readers and writers. My approach is grounded in the Orton Gillingham method, which is a structured, multisensory, and sequential approach to teaching reading and writing. I believe that this approach is highly effective because it is tailored to the individual needs of each...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Northern Illinois University - Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Hannah: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...with their own goals and styles of learning. I emphasize the importance of understanding students on an individual basis and adapting my approach to fit their needs. My work in the special education field has taught me that flexibility and patience are key when working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy playing piano...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 35

Alex: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
...English, Social Studies, and Science for students from elementary to middle school. Summer is also a fantastic time to explore new passions! I offer tutoring in American Sign Language (8 years) for beginners. Additionally, my 10 years of experience in Career Planning (including guidance on college admissions papers), Self-Reflection, and Mindfulness can provide valuable guidance...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General

Marina: Blue Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Blue Island, IL
Hello, I am a life long learner and an Educator. It will be my pleasure to assist you with your questions in Elementary, Middle and High School Math. I love working with students as I spend 14 years as an Assistant Principal. I love being outdoors gardening, walking my dog and going to the Gym.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Materials Engineer, Civil Engineering
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Education, Educational Administration
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