Tutors In Chicago, IL

Chicago Tutor Profile: Mathematics major at DePaul University

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 18:18:07 +0000

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Alumni at DePaul University with a 3.50 GPA
Majoring in Mathematics

Gender:
Male

Preferred Subjects
Algebra, Calculus, General Math, Pre-Calculus, Statistics, Trigonometry, and SAT Math

Experience:

I got a B.S. of Math and M.S. of Applied Math. I am currently teaching at some college in chicago.

Hobbies:

I do lot of sports programming with SAS, such as NFL, and NBA.

Hourly Rate:
$25.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Weekends at any time
Tues/Thurs after 6PM
Friday at any time

Lives Near:
60608 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: Anthropology major at the University of Chicago

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:19:17 +0000

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Senior at the University of Chicago with a 3.20 GPA
Majoring in Anthropology

Gender:
Female

Preferred Subjects
SAT Math, English (ESL), English (Writing), ACT, SAT, Social Studies, Psychology, Study Skills/Organization, Computer Skills, Pre-Calculus, and General Math

Experience:

I am an Anthropology and Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations major at the University of Chicago. I have always worked well with kids (I currently teach after-school classes in gymnastics and study-skills) and would love to help by tutoring either in a group environment or one-on-one.

Hobbies:

I am involved in an archaeological excavation in Turkey during the summers and during the year I coach the University of Chicago Women's Crew Team. I enjoy being active and reading up on the latest international news.

Hourly Rate:
$20.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Weekends in the afternoon

Lives Near:
60637 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: Physics major at the University of Chicago

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:18:57 +0000

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Senior at the University of Chicago with a 3.84 GPA
Majoring in Physics

Gender:
Male

Preferred Subjects
Physics, Calculus, Algebra, and Pre-Calculus

Experience:

I have experience tutoring in algebra, precalculus, calculus, and physics. I work with students through an online tutoring service several hours each week. I have also tutored a number of students, middle school and high school level, in the Hyde Park neighborhood in the last few years.

I have been interested in working as a teacher for as long as I can remember. I enjoy working with students who need a little extra help, and I especially enjoy working with students who are curious about the material beyond just what the teacher is saying in the classroom.

SAT: 740 Verbal, 760 Math
AP's 5 Physics A, 5 Physics mechanics B, 5 Calculs BC

Hobbies:

Physics, Economics, Applied Math, Scrabble and other games, Science Fiction, Cinema (I work for Doc Films), Graphic Novels

Hourly Rate:
$25.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Weekends at any time
Weekdays after 6PM

Lives Near:
60637 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: Marketing and French major at DePaul University

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:23:07 +0000

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Freshman at DePaul University with a 3.93 GPA
Majoring in Marketing, and French

Gender:
Female

Preferred Subjects
Algebra, Calculus, General Math, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, SAT Math, English (ESL), and Study Skills/Organization

Experience:

I am currently a freshman at DePaul University, double majoring in Marketing and French. I graduated from Cave Spring High School in Roanoke, Virginia with an Advanced Studies Diploma. I also received the Presidential Outstanding Achievement Award and was a member of the National Honors Society and National Society of High School Scholars. I enrolled in a Sylvan SAT Prep coarse for six weeks to improve my SAT scores in the fall of 2007 and in result, received a 12 on my SAT essay. I was one of few to receive the PTA scholarship at my high school for my academic achievement. I have tutored students in English as a second language and mathematics. I am starting an internship with AFLAC in the beginning of the new year as an intern.

Hobbies:

Hi! I'm from Conneticut, Ohio, Michigan, and Virginia. I am the youngest of four brothers. I am said to be very outgoing, kind, honest, and fun. I have been members of the Track, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Pom Pon, and Cheerleading teams in high school.

Hourly Rate:
$20.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Monday after 5PM
Wednesday after 5PM
Weekdays in the afternoon

Lives Near:
60614 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: other major at Columbia College Chicago

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 03:34:41 +0000

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Junior at Columbia College Chicago with a 3.50 GPA
Majoring in other

Gender:
Female

Preferred Subjects
English (Writing)

Experience:

My specialty is writing which I think is a very important skill to have in all industries or areas of study. I am proficient in both fiction and non fiction writing. I can assist with essays, research papers, book reports or presentations.

Hobbies:

I spend most of my time reading books, right now I'm in a 19th century phase where I'm reading from classic writers like Charles Dickens and Jane Austen. I'm majoring in Film and Video and I also enjoy writing my own scripts and directing them as well.

Hourly Rate:
$20.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Weekends at any time

Lives Near:
60610 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: Management major at Roosevelt University

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 02:01:00 +0000

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Grad student at Roosevelt University with a 3.89 GPA
Majoring in Management

Gender:
Female

Preferred Subjects
Biology and Spanish

Experience:

I have tutored college students at the undergradate level for 1 year under the discipline of the sciences. I have also taught general sciences for 2 years as a Teaching Fellow.

Hobbies:

My hobbies include, reading mystery and science fiction books, martial arts, fencing, listening and playing music, watching comedy shows.

Hourly Rate:
$20.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Mon/Wed/Fri in the morning
Weekends in the morning

Lives Near:
60605 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: Linguistics and English major at the University of Chicago

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:32:22 +0000

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Alumni at the University of Chicago with a 3.90 GPA
Majoring in Linguistics, and English

Gender:
Female

Preferred Subjects
English (ESL) and English (Writing)

Experience:

I have more than 9 years of experience designing and executing my own courses, teaching students of all ages and levels and working as a freelance editor and reviewer for a diverse set of clients. I have taught both in high school and university settings, as well as taking on private students. My grammatical expertise and ability to translate complex topics to students has been sharpened by my doctoral training and professional experience. I can help you develop exceptional English and writing skills. Please see my relevant professional experiences below.

EDUCATION

THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO, Chicago IL
Ph.D. Linguistics – Slavic Languages and Literatures, August 2008
M.A. in Slavic Languages and Literatures, August 2003
B.A. in English, June 1998

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

FREELANCE EDITOR, September 2001–Present
Edit, review and prepare publication-ready copy of articles, books, instructional materials and technical publications. Many clients are foreigner authors writing in English and require extensive edits, rewrites and localization.

Selected Projects:
▪Encyclopedia Britannica, May 2005–Present: Review and copy edit Serbian, Croatian and Russian publications for accuracy and faithfulness to the English originals. Report on translation quality and localization issues.
▪Refrain in Folk Singing, September 2007–October 2008: Edited and prepared publication-ready copy of scholarly book.
▪Balkan Epic: Song, History, Modernity, May 2007–October 2008: Edited and prepared publication-ready copy of multi-author volume from its initial phases. Authors were mostly foreigner scholars and required extensive edits and rewrites.
▪Serbo-Croatian Through Fiction, September 2001–January 2005: Advised author of language textbook on all aspects of book structure and design. Edited book chapters for content and clarity. Wrote grammatical explanations as needed. Coauthored funding proposals which won textbook publishing grants. Piloted book chapters in my own courses.

SEARCH AND INDEX EDITOR, January 2008–November 2008
McMaster-Carr Web Publishing Division, Elmhurst IL
▪Developed and maintained the search term vocabulary and index of a 450,000 product catalog and ecommerce website.
▪Edited the search and index strategies of marketing teams for accuracy and efficient product indexing. Edited catalog index.
▪Analyzed product metadata and created taxonomies for internal data management. Designed product landing pages for the website to improve user experience.

INSTRUCTOR, September 1998–December 2007
University of Chicago, Chicago IL; Northwestern University, Evanston IL; Department of Education, Moscow, Russia
▪Independently designed and executed courses and discussion sessions in communications, foreign languages and theory.
▪Created curricula, set course goals and timelines for achievement. Wrote syllabi and instructional materials.
▪Prepared and presented lectures on complex subject matter. Led groups in discussing and critically analyzing key issues.

EDITOR AND PROGRAM MANAGER, October 2003–October 2004
AQE Group, Chicago IL
▪Managed instructional and consulting programs. Developed and maintained document management system.
▪Edited company instructional materials. Edited and prepared publication-ready copy of technical engineering manuscripts.
▪Wrote marketing materials to promote training courses. Wrote business proposals and corresponded with corporate clients.

Hobbies:

I have a great sense of humor and a rigorous teaching style.

Hourly Rate:
$50.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Any day at any time

Lives Near:
60622 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: International Studies major at DePaul University

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 07:42:36 +0000

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Freshman at DePaul University
Majoring in International Studies

Gender:
Female

Preferred Subjects
Algebra, Earth Science, English (Writing), Spanish, and Music

Experience:

My name is Ashley Gleason, and I am a freshman at DePaul University. I am from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and attended Wauwatosa West High School. In high school, I was actively involved in marching, symphonic, pep, and concert band and orchestra, as well as pit orchestra and women's select choir. I play the Clairnet, Piano, Guitar, and have extensive background in music and music theory. I have studied both French and Spanish and have studied abroad in Mexico and France. I was also president of my Spanish National Honor Society. I was on advanced-track math all throughout high school. I received a 28 on my ACT. I also took AP Biology, Language, Literature, and Psychology in high school, as well as Advanced Composition and Advanced Earth Science.

Hobbies:

In my free time, I like to play softball and tennis, as well as perform in musical theater. I am active in my community, participating in events sponsored by Key Club and other groups. I have taught Sunday School to pre-schoolers for the last 5 years.

Hourly Rate:
$35.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Any day at any time

Lives Near:
53222 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: Accounting major at DePaul University

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 06:19:30 +0000

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Senior at DePaul University with a 3.00 GPA
Majoring in Accounting

Gender:
Male

Preferred Subjects
Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Finance/Accounting, and History

Experience:

In the past I have done tutoring with friends of the family as well as my little siblings. I enjoy teaching people new things especially when I am passionate about them myself.
In addition to teaching school related material, I have worked teaching cooking classes with fellow chefs in restaurants as well as in the home.

**off to become a chef. (continued from hobbies and interests)

Hobbies:

My name is Dan McMullen and I am a Finance major at DePaul university. I am currently a Senior and I generally excel in Math, Accounting and Business related subjects. Since high school I have done quite a bit of traveling as well as taking time**^^

Hourly Rate:
$30.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Any day at any time

Lives Near:
60604 zip code

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Chicago Tutor Profile: Management major at DePaul University

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:19:01 +0000

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Freshman at DePaul University
Majoring in Management

Gender:
Female

Preferred Subjects
Algebra, General Math, English (Writing), ACT, Philosophy, Computer Skills, and Study Skills/Organization

Experience:

I tutored math for three years in high school and spanish for one year in high school. I earned a 28 on my ACT and a 3 on the Calculus AB AP Exam. I am not particularly proud of either of those scores, but I know that I am capable of proving that they misrepresent my intelligence.

I am interested in tutoring because having an influence on someone's self-improvement is an extremely rewarding experience. I want to be able to share what I have learned in hopes of helping someone else gain the same knowledge. I have the general ability to clarify confusing subjects and present simpler methods of approaching them.

I am currently enrolled in a Business Calculus class, which combines basic concepts from Algebra and Calculus within applications to the business world. I excelled in my Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus classes during high school.

I am also currently enrolled in an English general education class, focusing mostly on writing, rhetoric, and discourse.

Hobbies:

I enjoy utilizing creativity, mostly through writing and drawing. I have a strong appreciation for music and books. I played volleyball for eight years and have coached the sport at a Jr. High for the past two years. I am incredibly easy-going and accepti

Hourly Rate:
$30.00/hr

Available Days/Times:
Weekends at any time
Friday at any time
Weekdays in the evening

Lives Near:
60614 zip code