Literature Tutors in Alton, IL
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Loyola University Chicago - BA, Sociology , Washington University St Louis - MA, Elementary Education
Experience
I can tutor a number of different subjects, but my favorites are phonics, reading, ESL, and Spanish . I believe strongly in the power of education, and I want students to appreciate what learning can do for them and their confidence . In my spare time, I like to study...
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University of Missouri St. Louis - BA, English , University of Missouri St. Louis - MA, English
Experience
I served as?a high school teacher for ten years and also have ten years of experience at the college level . In addition to my?teaching experience, I have two years of experience?working?at St. Louis University in the Writing Center, tutoring students ranging from college...
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McGill University - BA, English Literature , Washington University - MA, English Literature
Experience
I was also a technical writer and research administrator at Washington University Medical School for ten years . In addition, I once attended McGill University and live in the Saint Louis area . I enjoy?writing, reading, and seeing my 10 year old son play little league...
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro - BA, English & German , Washington University in St Louis - MA & PhD, German
Experience
I believe my expertise is in the English language . However, I also?tutor literature, German, and study skills . Beyond attending college in the states and earning my PhD at Washington University, I also taught the English language to German students with the Fulbright...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, English , Washington University in St Louis - Masters, Masters in Business Administration
Experience
I instill this kind of growth mindset in my students so that they believe they can learn anything if they put forth the effort and believe in themselves . Ultimately successful learning is about developing learning skills, having determination, and creating a work ethic . I...
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University of Southern California - BA, English
Experience
My tutoring approach involves incorporating a story that is related to the subject matter into my tutoring sessions . I've found that incorporating stories?into my instruction of the subject makes students much more engaged in their work.I attended the University of Southern...
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University of Puget Sound - BA, International Political Economy & Spanish Literature
Experience
I studied?Spanish Literature and?International Political Economy . I have recent experience with Teach for America . During my time with them I taught Spanish to high schoolers in New Orleans . I covered a wide variety of topics such as Math, English, Social Studies,...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Classics, African Studies, Writing
Experience
I have studied Latin for eight years, and grammar is the first thing that interested me in this language . For me, when it comes to language, each sentence unfolds like a logic problem . I have a passion for language and linguistics that has led me to the study of Africa and...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Psychology
Experience
As a tutor, I believe it's important to be friendly and approachable so that students are more likely to participate and enjoy the classroom experience . Not everyone learns the same way, so I like to move away from the traditional educational model and incorporate activities...
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Truman State University - BS, BA, Linguistics, English , Saint Louis University School of Law - JD, Law
Experience
I also had the opportunity to study abroad in Ghana, working with students between three years old and 15 years old in both one-on-one settings and in the classroom . I am currently a TA in law school courses, which includes tutoring students in study skills and legal...
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Washington University in St. Louis - BA, English Literature
Experience
I attended Washington University, in St. Louis, where I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, as well as a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Imaging and Photography . I have experience tutoring at a writing center, where I helped high school students learn...
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Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville - BS, Community Health Education , Washington University, St. Louis - MS, Occupational Therapy
Experience
I was also an informal tutor in high school?by assisting my peers in their?test preparations .? I am comfortable tutoring test prep for the ACT, GRE, and ISEE . In addition to test prep and English, I tutor a variety of subjects, including: Anatomy,?Chemistry, Nutrition,...
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University of Missouri-St Louis - Bachelors, Psychology , University of Missouri-St Louis - Masters, Secondary Education
Experience
I have previous experience helping young people learn through my work as a teacher . I believe having a good relationship and helping students to feel comfortable and confident in what they learn goes a long way in improving their abilities . I know in order for students to...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - BS in Business Administration , Economics and French
Experience
I do this by integrating films, food, and music into my lesson plans . I have experience teaching French at a variety of levels, including French I-IV and AP French Language and Culture . I also teach English language and writing, ESL/ELL, Mathematics, and Economics/Business...