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Gianna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Gianna

Bachelor of Science, Education
Gianna's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing

I am passionate about helping students because it is something that I do for a living. I am currently a fifth grade teacher. I have been teaching for the last five years. I received my Bachelors of Science in Education, specifically Elementary Education from Illinois State University. I also have my...

Education

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, Education

James

Certified Tutor

2+ years

James

MFA
James's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
English
Conversational Mandarin
Mandarin Chinese

Hello! I'm James! I enjoy language learning, Theatre arts, multicultural activities, performance, voice acting, photography, ESL, and more! I have about 7 years of teaching ESL in China to K12, University, and business students. I speak Japanese and Chinese Mandarin, my bachelors degree is in Theatr...

Education

University of Hawaii at Manoa

MFA

Illinois State University

MFA

Gene

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Gene

MS
Gene's other Tutor Subjects
Special Education
Learning Differences
Middle School
Other

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

Adam

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Adam

MNG
Adam's other Tutor Subjects
Earth Science
Science

I am a geologist and science enthusiast with over 10 years of real world experience in the industry. I have tutored countless students since my undergraduate studies and have a passion for helping students succeed.

Education

Missouri University of Science and Technology

MNG

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

MNG

Illinois State University

MNG

Jim

Certified Tutor

Jim

Masters, Education
Jim's other Tutor Subjects
1st Grade Reading
ACT English
Adult Literacy
Business

Empowering students to steer destiny in the direction of their choice is my challenge as an educator.A well oiled classroom is imperative when you're in charge of 30+ students. The downside, however, is that some of those students will slip through the cracks if they are not given enough attention. ...

Education

Illinois State University

Masters, Education

Illinois State University

Bachelors, English

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

Charlotte

Certified Tutor

Charlotte

Master of Science, Education of Individuals With Vision Impairments
Charlotte's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science
Elementary School Writing

I received bachelors degrees in Special Education Learning/Behavior Disorders and Special Education Low Vision/Blindness from Illinois State University in May 2019. Upon graduation I worked as a teacher for 2 years in a self contained vision classroom where I taught all academic areas as well as vis...

Education

Salus University

Master of Science, Education of Individuals With Vision Impairments

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, Education of Individuals With Vision Impairments

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

Erin

Certified Tutor

Erin

Masters, Biological Sciences
Erin's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Reading
ACT Science
Biology

My name is Erin Dorset, and I am excited about the opportunity to be your next tutor! My educational background and teaching experience collectively make me an excellent tutor. I am a recent graduate of Illinois State University with a Master's degree in Biological Sciences (GPA 4.0), with special i...

Education

Illinois State University

Masters, Biological Sciences

SUNY at Geneseo

Bachelors, Biology, General

Nicole

Certified Tutor

Nicole

Master of Science, Conservation Biology
Nicole's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Math
ACT Science
Algebra
AP Biology

My name is Nicole Kappel. I have been involved in education since I was young. My first experience was tutoring general coursework for students grade 3-5. After that, I continued tutoring friends who needed help with math coursework for many years. After I began college, I started working at a Child...

Education

Illinois State University

Master of Science, Conservation Biology

Illinois State University

Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

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