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Hello, prospective students!My name is Alex B. I’m a recent graduate (2010) of the University of Iowa with a B.A. in English (19th Century American Lit, specifically) and a special certification in Creative Writing. I’ve had a passion for storytelling and language ever since I started assembling Legos into characters as a toddler, forcing my parents to listen as I Read more...
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For the last 8 years, I have been tutoring people of all ages in writing, social studies, and music. As a result, I’m able not only to craft individual lesson plans for each student, but also to develop a casual rapport that conduces to the learning process. My goal as a tutor is to help students share my excitement for Read more...
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Learning is my primary passion in life, and there is nothing that I love more than imparting the knowledge I’ve gathered, whether that be through performance, education, or conversation. The characteristic which has allowed me to adapt so easily to whatever task is put in front of me is my interest in viewing life as a generalist– someone with far-flung Read more...
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Hello, my name is Ouida. I am a music educator with a sincere interest in assisting in your musical advancement or the musical advancement of your student. I obtained my bachelors degree in music from Tennessee State University, my masters of music degree from the University of Texas, Austin, and will soon earn my doctoral degree from the same institution. Read more...
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I have 10 years of experience teaching private and group piano to all ages in students’ homes (currently) and at local music schools: Currently Sherwood Community Music School of Columbia College; previously Rainforest Learning Center, Oak Brook Academy of Music and Art, and the Music Arts School of Highland Park. I studied Piano Performance & Pedagogy at The University of Read more...
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My philosophy about tutoring is that it should be something educational with a positive vibe. Students today have a lot of pressure to perform in and out of school. We need to give our students help but also let them feel confident about what they do and who they are. I have 17 years teaching experience with K-8 students in Read more...
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To whom this concerns:My ambition is to be a full time tutor. My experience consists of teaching curriculum in a Lutheran school for four years. I taught science and was in charge of all science fairs. My next assignment was being a teacher/librarian for Chicago Public Schools. I taught library skills and reading for fifteen years.When teaching science we use Read more...
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Cedric B. —presents the art of hand percussion!Learn technique, timing, and rhythm within various styles of hand drumming.What will you learn?Once you learn the four basic tones of hand drumming, have even more fun learning various Latin, Afro-Cuban, African and popular beats!Lessons will primarily focus on the conga drum, also including other Latin and African drums.Instruction is available at beginner, Read more...
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Hello! Music is a great way to stimulate your mind and soul. I’ve been teaching piano since 1979 and expanded to other instruments from there. I started my training with my mother in a full pedagogical method: performance, but also theory, harmony, and ear training, After a few years of teaching and more education I began to play professionally with Read more...
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Dear Students and Parents,I am a writer and sound designer living in Chicago. I specialize in performance studies and English, but I am confident teaching many subjects. I have always loved learning, sharing knowledge, and encouraging new ideas and developments, and I hope that you will think of me for your tutoring needs.I graduated from high school with honors. Even Read more...
