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Kelly tutors in Chicago, IL

Kelly S.

Private tutor in Chicago, IL

Education

--I graduated with honors as an English and American Literature undergraduate major from NYU (New York University) with a GPA of 3.76. --I completed my Master's of Education from St. Joseph's University, and earned a GPA of 3.83.

Experience

Previous Experience: I will be entering my third year teaching 8th, 9th, and 11th grade English at a private school in Chicago well-known and reputed for its 100% college acceptance rate as well as its consistently high test scores.I am adept at differentiating for student need and planning lessons that provide not only an understanding of a particular text, but also strategies that are applicable beyond the particular lesson. This way, students learn to become more independent and self-directed in their learning. -Prior to my current position, I completed my student teaching semester where I taught 11th and 12th grade English at various levels. Students were in the throes of test prep during this time so I gained extensive experience preparing and implementing lessons around the ACT. I have also worked in NYC with 9th and 10th grade students preparing for the state standardized exam. Test Scores: I scored a 5 on both the AP Language and AP Literature exams. I most recently scored a 197 on the Praxis, earning a certificate of high achievement. Why I Want to Tutor: I have always been passionate about reading and writing, and I believe wholeheartedly in the academic and personal rewards that these subjects can bring. I just finished student teaching and already miss working with students to increase both their skills and interest in English. I would love to help you achieve your goals, and promise to be an enthusiastic and encouraging tutor who takes the time to prepare sessions just for you. Plan: I would consider your goals, interests, and needs to develop a personal learning plan. For example, if you are preparing for the English section of the ACT, I would use data from your practice tests to personalize our lessons to focus on the skill area you need the most improvement in.

Subject Expertise

8th Grade ReadingEnglishReadingCollege EssaysCreative WritingASPIRE ReadingASPIRE EnglishAP English Literature and Composition12th Grade Writing8th Grade Writing10th Grade Reading12th Grade ReadingACT WritingACT EnglishACT Reading9th Grade Writing9th Grade Reading11th Grade Writing11th Grade Reading10th Grade Writing

Availability

Any day at any time, Weekends in the afternoon, Weekdays in the afternoon

Can Meet

Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge

Hobbies

I love to read (obviously)! I can also be found biking along the lake, going to shows at the Metro or the Hideout, or trying our new veggie recipes.

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