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C. Susie

Certified Tutor

2+ years

C. Susie

Masters / Graduate

I am a dedicated Educator and Tutor committed to empowering current and future professionals with the knowledge, confidence, and critical thinking skills needed to excel in today's complex environment. With a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and hands-on clinical experience, I specialize...

Education

Chamberlain University

Masters / Graduate

Illinois State University

Bachelors

Melissa

Certified Tutor

Melissa

Master of Science, Reading Teacher Education
Melissa's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I am a recipient of Who's Who Among America's teaching award. I love tutoring students so I can get to know them and help them improve skills in reading and math. I have been tutoring students for the last seventeen years. I have also done home-bound tutoring for students with special needs. I have ...

Education

Northern Illinois University

Master of Science, Reading Teacher Education

Concordia University-Chicago

Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Illinois State University

Bachelor in Arts, Special Education

Megan

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Megan

Master of Arts Teaching, Educational Administration
Megan's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
Phonics

I have been teaching Kindergarten and first grade for the past 12 years. I have also been a one on and one and small group tutor for the past 12 years. I have helped students with reading skills, phonics, and primary math skills.

Education

Concordia University-Chicago

Master of Arts Teaching, Educational Administration

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education

Rachel

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Rachel

Masters in Education, Organizational Leadership
Rachel's other Tutor Subjects
Certified Reading Intervention
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

Teaching struggling readers is my PASSION! I have spent the last 23 years serving in the public education system; from classroom teacher to administrator and EVERYTHING in between! My passion for teaching reading inspired me to obtain my Masters in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading from Grand Cany...

Education

Northern Arizona University

Masters in Education, Organizational Leadership

Grand Canyon University

Masters in Education, Reading Teacher Education

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Carson

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Carson

Bachelor of Science, Middle School Teaching
Carson's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Civics
College Math
College Physics

I have always enjoyed helping others understand class material especially math. I was frequently called upon to help my friends and classmates in high school. That is where I made the decision to become a teacher. Both my parents were teachers so, you could say, I am fulfilling the legacy. I am curr...

Education

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, Middle School Teaching

Josh

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Josh

MS
Josh's other Tutor Subjects
ACT
Pre-Calculus
Algebra
Calculus 1

When I was in high school, I remember seeing the joy of my math teachers when they would teach in class. This inspired me to become a high school math teacher. The first step was becoming a peer tutor to my classmates. This lead to tutoring math to college students. Then tutoring students while work...

Education

Illinois State University

MS

Western Illinois University

MS

Richard

Certified Tutor

Richard

Doctor of Philosophy, Geology
Richard's other Tutor Subjects
AP Human Geography
Earth Science
Geography
Geology

I am a graduate of Cambridge University in Leadership, from the University of Illinois-Springfield in Online Teaching and Learning, and hold baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees in geology and geochemistry. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively and have presented at over two hundred ...

Education

Wichita State University

Master of Science, Geology

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, Geology

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus

Doctor of Philosophy, Geology

Sharima

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Sharima

MAT
Sharima's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
MAP
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

Hello! My name is Sharima Jackson. I am from Waukegan, Illinois. I am currently a 1st grade teacher and I love my job! I believe that all kids can learn and that there is a way to reach everyone. I am very dedicated in my works to make my students become successful.

Education

Rockford College

MAT

Illinois State University

MAT

Gene

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Gene

MS
Gene's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School
College Biology
High School Biology
Elementary School

I enjoy teaching and tutoring because I enjoy working with kids, and I love to have a part in seeing them do things they weren't able to do before. As a lifelong teacher that has been my reward. I have been teaching for a many years and am certified to teach in elementary, middle and high schools. ...

Education

Illinois State University

MS

Augustana College

MS

Dr. Foley

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Dr. Foley

Doctor of Philosophy, Special Education
Dr.'s other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading

I am a veteran educator and a believer that all children can learn given the proper support and services. I spent most of my teaching and administrative experience in urban schools.During my educational career I have been able to connect and collaborate with educators globally.Most of my career has ...

Education

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, Special Education

Capella University

Doctor of Philosophy, Special Education

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