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Elisa

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Elisa

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction State Certified Teacher
Elisa's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Adult Literacy
Basic Computer Literacy
CogAT Prep

My name is Elisa, and I have an M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in reading and English as a second language. My experiences in education have led me to teach early childhood up until 8th grade. Also, I have taught fifth and third grade at a National Blue Ribbon School, and I stri...

Education

National Louis University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction State Certified Teacher

Carthage College

Bachelor in Arts, Education

Mary Ann

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Mary Ann

Master of Science, Education
Mary's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Cooking
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math

I am currently a second grade teacher with 24 years of teaching experience in grades K-8. I've taught self contained classes, as well as ESL resource. I'm a mom of 2 sons and 4 dogs, and I can't wait to work with you!

Education

National Louis University

Master of Science, Education

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science, Science Teacher Education

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Administration
's other Tutor Subjects
Creative Writing
English
High School English
High School Physics

Hello Young Scholars, I am Dr. Lindsay Carey Dixon, and I am honored to welcome and join you on your journey towards academic success. I offer over 27 years of teaching experience. My inception began in Chicago Public Schools system as an elementary school teacher in the subjects of writing, social ...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Science, Communication, General

Southern University and A & M College

Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Prairie View A & M University

Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Administration

Tanya

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Tanya

Master of Arts Teaching, Reading Teacher Education
Tanya's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English

I have been in education for 17 years and hold multiple degrees from Illinois State, Aurora and National-Louis Universities. I am endorsed in elementary general education, as well as Special Education and Reading at the K-12 levels. I find the greatest student success when I work with the student to...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, Reading Teacher Education

Illinois State University

Bachelor in Arts, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching

Taneka

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Taneka

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching
Taneka's other Tutor Subjects
IB Biology
Microbiology
Middle School Science
Nutrition

My students would probably describe me as scientifically sound, passionate, energetic, creative, strict and diplomatic. I hold all of my students accountable and expect them to leave my classes understanding their material down to a Cellular and Molecular level.My background is Science, Research, Ed...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching

Chicago State University

Master of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Chicago State University

Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

Ingrid

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ingrid

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Ingrid's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I am an experienced classroom teacher. My first experience was teaching third and fourth graders in Chicago. I also was a substitute teacher for a few years. My favorite opportunity was teaching Chinese students English. I currently teach in the AVID program at a local middle school. I look forward ...

Education

National Louis University

Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

National Louis University

Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching

Linsey

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Linsey

Masters, Teaching
Linsey's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Level American History
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I am a certified teacher and have been teaching all subjects for the past ten years. I specialize in mathematics and social sciences!

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Teaching

Gonzaga University

Bachelors, Political Science/Religous Studies

Kimberly

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Kimberly

Masters, Master's of Education: Bilingual & ESL Education
Kimberly's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Conversational Spanish
English
English Grammar and Syntax

I believe that each child is a beautiful and unique creation, one rooting from the beliefs and experiences of those who came before him. I see education as an opportunity to contribute to the formation of each unique individual.My goal as a teacher is to create a community of learners, both within a...

Education

National Louis University

Masters, Master's of Education: Bilingual & ESL Education

Monmouth College

Bachelors, Elementary Education & Spanish

Laurie

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Laurie

Master of Arts Teaching, Special Education
Laurie's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER Prep
ACCUPLACER ESL
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills

Hello! My name is Teacher Laurie! I am very excited to be a new tutor with Varsity Tutors and I look forward to meeting you!I have a Bachelors Degree in English with a minor in Psychology from Monmouth College and a Master's Degree in Teaching from National Louis University. I have taught or tutored...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, Special Education

Monmouth College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Molly

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Molly

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biology
Elementary School Math
High School Biology

Molly has been a science, math, and special education teacher for over 6 years and is passionate about helping students reach their full potential. She started teaching through Teach For America (TFA) as a Learning Behavior Specialist and Corps Member. Molly has also served as the Head of Anatomy Cu...

Education

National Louis University

Master of Arts Teaching, High School Teaching

University of California-Davis

Bachelor of Science, Nutrition Sciences

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