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Justen : Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...national African American Scholar as well as a former International Baccalaureate candidate who was been fortunate enough to win the Princeton prize in race relations. I am currently pursuing my undergrad at Case Western Reserve University in International Business and Marketing. My love for aiding in academia comes from my love for writing being formed...
Education & Certification
Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business

Alex: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...undergraduate education at St. Olaf College in Northfield Minnesota. I graduated with a degree in biology, and I will be attending medical school in the fall. I have a varied tutoring history, helping students from the 3rd grade all the way to collegiate level courses. I have tutored Math/ELA for elementary school students, and have...
Education & Certification
St Olaf College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490

David: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...in the Commercial Real Estate business for over 25 years. and have bought and sold all asset classes representing both Institutional Investors and high net worth individuals. I have travelled extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. I was raised in Chicago but have lived in NYC. I have raised two (2) boys who...
Education & Certification
Simpson College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

David: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
I always try to learn using Einstein's approach to understanding: "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it enough." In my tutoring , I try to impart that same philosophy to my students.
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance
Roosevelt University - Current Grad Student, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Desiree: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
I consider myself a lifelong student but I love both teaching and learning! I think learning is best done on an individual level and am thrilled to help students find their own path to success. I have degrees in Political Science and Russian and have real-life experience with both. Additionally, I will be attending the...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 32
LSAT: 172

Rafat: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...certified High School Social Science teacher with a B.A. in Teaching of History and I'm currently in graduate school working on my Master's Degree. I have a passion for helping students. I believe in creating a supportive and engaging environment where students feel confident to ask questions and connect with the material. As a lifelong...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education
State Certified Teacher

Faith: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
My passion is biology and I hope to aid others in pursuing their own scientific knowledge.
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Dominican University - Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching

Shelby: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Carnegie Mellon University - Master of Science, Public Policy and Management
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 34

Isabella: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...my students, create a safe space for them to ask questions, and find out which ways they learn best. I find creative solutions, examples, and metaphors for topics, because the same explanation won't work for everyone. I am passionate about teaching the subjects I majored in (biology, genetics, English, literature, writing, and creative writing) as...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor, Biological Sciences (focused on Molecular Genetics and Genomics), English Creative Writing (focused on Poetry)
University of Pennsylvania - Master's/Graduate, Genetic Counseling

Kathleen: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...graduate student at the University of Chicago studying social services administration and clinical social work. I love being a student and I love working with students too. I have classroom teaching experience as well as one on one tutoring experience with students of a variety of ages and abilities. Subject areas that I am particularly...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Urban Studies
University of Chicago - Current Grad Student, Social Services Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Carol: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
I enjoy teaching children and seeing them grow. I am especially good at teaching math and science to middle school students. I am also good at teaching algebra skills. I am able to tutor students from preschool through 9th grade and through 12th grade in math. I have an elementary education degree and a teaching...
Education & Certification
Valparaiso University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Anna: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation techniques to help a child cope with the stresses of their academics. I easily build rapport with children and understand the importance of good communication between the parents and teachers in order to...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Psychology, Child/Adolescent Mental Health Studies, Creative Writing
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology

Paige: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...English, history, psychology, social studies, and executive functioning skills fun! I am here to help you out by making things a bit easier. I am here to back you up with creative solutions. I am currently working on my bachelor degree at Chicago State University; My major is psychology, and my minor is CMAT. (Put...
Education & Certification
Chicago State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Dimple: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...a full-time 5th grade math and science teacher during the school year. I have been tutoring for over 7 years now. I like to build a personal relationship with each of my clients in order to ensure a fun and effective experience. It is important to me for all of my students to grasp the...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelors, Finance
DePaul University - Masters, Education

Ellan: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...and well in the city of Chicago. While at Columbia, I worked as a tutor of fiction writing; this is where I get my passion for tutoring. I have always loved school and, more especially, the act of learning itself. I am a kind, gentle soul who will gladly put in many hours prep time...
Education & Certification
Columbia College-Chicago - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Playwriting and Screenwriting

Michael: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...educator with a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Chicago and a Master's in Statistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I have over 15 years of experience in tutoring and teaching advanced statistical techniques, particularly in Business Statistics. My approach is centered on active engagement, where I tailor my lessons to meet each student's...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Science, Statistics
University of Chicago - Doctor of Philosophy, Sociology

Binta: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
Current Master's of Social Work Student at the University of Chicago The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Class of 2018 Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Minor in Social & Economic Justice Served as 2018-2019 Tutor Corps Member at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School in Newark, New Jersey Tutored Pre-Algebra, 7th Grade Math, Special Education
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
University of Chicago - Current Grad Student, Social Work
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430

Jim: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...the language to communicate and facilitating the communicative skills of others. My speaking skill is characterized as near-native, and I am modern, professional, and I have a non-academic style. I work as a professional translator, but there is a great difference between translation skill and speaking skill. BA and MA in Linguistics.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Linguistics

Jerrell: Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
...essay, I can help you get that "A"! I have been a teacher for 10 years, and attended Prairie View A&M University (BA-English) and Indiana University (MA-English/History), currently working on my PhD in English. I specialize in rhetoric and composition, technical and creative writing, and literature. I am also well-suited to any subjects in history,...
Education & Certification
Prairie View A & M University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, English

Jeanine : Portage tutor
Certified Tutor in Portage, IN
Hi everyone! I've been in Education for almost 18yrs as both an Academic Interventionist and High School English teacher. I've taught primarily 9th and 12th grade English with several English and humanities electives and AP English Literature. Writing and speaking have always been passions of mine and I hope I can help you to love...
Education & Certification
Knox College - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English
Ball State University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
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