Find Kirkland, IL ACT Tutors For Lessons, Instruction or Help

Samantha B.

• Pecatonica, IL 61063 ( 26.1 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female Age 32
• Member since: 04/2015
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $16 to $24 /hr
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: GED

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My comments on tutoring ACT : Math and Science portions only!

Very much based on working with what the student knows. I tend to start by having them explain to me what they are doing and what they think. I then provide some guidance and walk through a sample problem with them. I ask that they try another problem like it on their own and ask questions to prompt them as they work.
I started tutoring in high school for extra credit. I have primarily tutored in mathematics and general chemistry! I tutored a girl in Algebra 1 for a year, helped my best friend and her Mom with college mathematics, and worked through college algebra with my husband. In college I was a teachers assistant for general chemistry 1 and tutored in quantitative chemical analysis. Since then I have tutored a gentlemen for the math portion of his GED. Basically, I love the one-on-one opportunity to help people to find that "light-bulb moment" where the math and science is no ... read more

Robert N.

• Sycamore, IL 60178 ( 10.1 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Male Age 28
• Member Since: 01/2015
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $35.00 /hr
• In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: SAT - Verbal, SAT - Math, PSAT

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I have never formally tutored anyone but I have helped my younger siblings and classmates with homework before and I am confident in my abilities to communicate information in a logical and well ordered manner so that a pupil will be able to understand, comprehend, and apply the information in a testing setting.
Logical lecturing periodically within explanations poised by pupils based on material being studied.

Christopher R.

• Rockford, IL 61103 ( 14.9 mi )
• Experienced ACT Tutor

• Male Age 40
• Member Since: 10/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $15.00 to $20.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: GED

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Math and Science Tutoring

In terms of online tutoring. I make use of a headset microphone and a touch tablet. As well as many free online applications, such as a whiteboard, Skype, and educational resources. During session I prefer to use the course work and text assigned to the student. Doing so allows for the structure of our sessions to easily mesh with those of the course.
While obtaining my B.S. I tutored through a community development after school program for a year; in which I helped 4th-8th graders with their math and reading homework. For the past 3 years I have worked as a private math and science tutor helping student from 5th grade up through college level. In the Spring of 2011&2012 I worked as an in-school tutor bringing elementary school students up to grade level in math and reading. These past 2 years, I worked online as a Math, and English tutor through various servi ... read more

Katharine S.

• Batavia, IL 60510 ( 30.1 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female Age 37
• Member Since: 08/2012
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: GRE

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I am not young enough to know everything

I agree with the concept that each person learns a bit differently, and even more so that as a tutor, I should try and find the most effective style for my tutee. My academic career also taught me the importance of setting time limits for each action item; and switching tasks to keep the mind sharp.
You will see from my resume below that I have strong experience in math, science, engineering and computers. It is worth mentioning that I am also skilled in english (5 on my AP World Lit exam) and art (voted most artistic in my senior high school class). I have also tutored at least 4 students in the past, and found it to be a successful and rewarding experience. Katharine P. Snell Katie.snell@hotmail.com Address: 1026 Millview Ct. | Batavia, Il 60510 | 630-207-3819 (mobile) SUMMARY A personable and accessible electrical engineer with a talent for analytical thinking and ... read more

Michelle S.

• Mchenry, IL 60050 ( 33.1 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female Age 63
• Member Since: 06/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $50.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Test Preparation, Testing Strategies, Testing Skills

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I am a special needs teacher with 26 years teaching experience. I hold an LBS1 certificate as well as an elementary education certificate. I earned a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Technology. I have taught and co-taught primarily in Science, English, and Study Skills classes.I am highly qualified in the areas of Science and English.

Nicole K.

• Montgomery, IL 60538 ( 33.8 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2012
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $40.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• On-line In-Home
• Also Tutors: TOEFL

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I worked in the finance field at the Chicago Board of Trade while speaking Japanese for many years ( I can also read and write Hiragana and Katakana.) At some point later in life, I decided on a career change and got my degree in special education. I have taught BD/LD children mostly in the high school age group for 7 years in science, english and social studies. I had a wide spectrum of kids ranging from those with ADHD to autism.
direct instruction

Ryan P.

• Belvidere, IL 61008 ( 8.9 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Entrance Exams

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My journey to becoming a medical student at the Chicago Medical School was driven by both a quest for excellence and a life-long love of science and learning. My educational background, encompassing both a B.S. in Biology and a M.S. in Medical Biotechnology, coupled with real life research experience has provided insights into how chemistry, biology, math, and physics all apply to everyday problems. During my studies I tutored/mentored several students in many areas such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, etc. Additionally, my research experience included extensive writing, providing a keen understanding of grammar, syntax, and the writing process. I have tutored students for the last 4 years in Biology and Chemistry.
Although I enjoy research and have developed a strong background in education, I find the most joy when presenting new information to my peers or ... read more

Ronald O.

• Belvidere, IL 61008 ( 10.4 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $51.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: GRE, Entrance Exams

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Students must be challenged, not coddled. Students at all levels need to be pushed to find their limits and then move beyond them. Only then can they achieve real growth. We must use education as a tool to educate the next generation not only for employment but also for citizenship. In so doing, we need to take into account historical precedents and objective reality. Our students need more than simply reading comprehension and basic math skills. One of the chief contributions we can make to our students is teaching critical thinking. Students must be encouraged to think for themselves and not mindlessly parrot stock answers. After reasoned analysis, they must find their own truth.
I have a number of useful skills and abilities that I bring to a classroom. I have a very broad set of educational areas in which I am comfortable. I have a B.S. in Biology, a B.A. in History, a ... read more

Jonathan S.

• DeKalb, IL 60115 ( 11.1 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $46.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: GMAT

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I teach in a discussion style; A one-on-one lecture format. I have found that this, in concert with working examples, is a good way for students to learn. However, I understand that many people learn in different ways, and I am willing to accommodate.
I am a graduate accounting student at NIU, emphasizing in the study of taxation. My undergraduate accounting degree is also from NIU. I am currently studying for the CPA exam. I have been a graduate assistant for a taxation course and a managerial accounting course. I have tutored business statistics and financial statement auditing. All of my previous formal teaching experience is at the undergraduate-level.

Gloria M.

• Rockford, IL 61107 ( 12.9 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $44.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Entrance Exams

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I strive to develop each student's interest in the subject at hand. He or she is far more likely to enjoy learning and retain information this way. I follow a method of individual trial and error supplemented with examples and corrections.
I have recently graduated from the University of Delaware and intend to pursue a Ph.D. in chemistry within the next few years. My major was in Chemistry with a minor in Biochemistry; I also focused on Theatre, Japanese, French, English, and Biology. I spent two semesters as a Teaching Assistant for General Chemistry and held personal office hours for tutoring regularly. I have worked at a learning center teaching students of all ages. In addition, I tutored various subjects in high school including ESL.

Michelle J.

• Rockford, IL 61107 ( 14.3 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 03/2010
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $58.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: GED

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I graduated from UW-Stevens Point with a degree in a Communication and a passion for enriching the youth in our community. Throughout my educational career I was always involved with a youth organization as either a Big Sister, basketball coach or a junior achievement volunteer. A full summer was spent as a camp counselor which was filled with daily schedules, leadership training, guided activities, numerous hikes and cooking projects. I am now an Assistant Program Manager at the nCenter and have been given the opportunity to teach Tae Bo, Art 101 and developed a running club called nSTEP.
I love watching and learning from children. I believe that learning is closely related to confidence. I like to take the time to get to know children and understand what they like so that I can better understand how their brain works and how they process information. In understanding what ... read more

Megan C.

• Rockford, IL 61101 ( 16.5 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $47.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: GRE, GED, Entrance Exams

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As a high school student I participated in peer tutoring. While in high school I volunteered to serve as a tutor in Algebra, Geometry, Chemistry, Zoology, and Biology. I graduated with 27 AP credits which helped me complete a B.S. at Clarke College in 3 years. At Clarke I found that tutoring my peers helped both the student and me. As a biology major at Clarke College I took many courses in science including biology, chemistry, and physics. Clarke is a liberal arts college so I took a variety of courses including English and History. At Clarke I tutored peers in many classes such as Human Biology, General Chemistry, and Elementary Physics. I also revised and edited papers along with providing topics and direction to written works.
I started tutoring people because it seemed like a great way to meet different people, but I continued because I like helping people learn and discover n ... read more

Richard Z.

• Roscoe, IL 61073 ( 20.1 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 07/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $39.00 to $49.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: GRE, GMAT

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I have multiple degrees in computer and electrical engineering from Purdue University. I also have a partial degree in Accelerated Associates in Culinary Arts from Kendall College and a few classes in Computer Science in the Masters program in Computer Science and the University of Illinois Chicago. I have experience in manufacturing engineering, Research and Development, Sales, Management in Computers and several years as a Chef.
My early teaching and learning style was to do as many problems that were thrown at me in class or the text. I learned quickly that you need to understand the problem in order to solve problems that aren't set up for you. I enjoy teaching and have a lot of patience with my students becuase I believe they all have the potential to meet and exceed their expectations with the proper tutuledge.

Thomas S.

• Lake In The Hills, IL 60156 ( 27.3 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2010
• Will travel up to 50 miles
• Rates from $46.00 to $54.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: GRE

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My teaching style is entirely dependent on who I'm teaching. I try to prod and ask leading questions, while also looking for how it is I can relate the subject matter to the student. I consider it a failure of mine if I am ever forced to recommend a student memorizes something that they ought to understand on a deeper level. I consider it a great success and point of pride when I find a new way to explain a concept to someone who couldn't relate to it in the same way I do.
I have earned a BS and an MS in Aerospace Engineering. My most recent coursework was focused on Aerospace Propulsion systems- work which relies heavily on my background in Math, Physics, and Chemistry. I have always been a teacher at heart. It was often to the detriment of my own homework completion rate, as I would be much more interested in both solving the problems and helping my classmates understand how it w ... read more

Kristina P.

• Amboy, IL 61310 ( 31.3 mi )
• ACT Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $47.00 /hr

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As a college student, I understand the importance of learning and experiencing new things daily. I am earning my BS in Business Administration and have gained an understanding in many areas of computer technology, arithmetic, English, and science. As an older sister, I have helped tutor my younger sister in mathematics, sciences, and arithmetic.
I have a love for teaching with younger children. I truly believe that every child can learn, whatever thier circumstance. I am very outgoing, loving, and cosiderate. My desire is to teach your child in such a way that they will be able to take with them as they are an adult.