Jessica K

Chicago, IL Tutor

About Me

Hello!

I am a Vassar College graduate with a double major in English and Africana Studies, and minor in Art History.

I have always loved teaching, and am experienced working with a wide range of subjects, from biology, art, history, to creative writing.

I have always been a dedicated student with a love of learning. For my senior thesis at Vassar College, I wrote a novel that explored sociodynamic relationships in New York State prisons. I won an award for this project.

I was also awarded a grant from Vassar to work in Mali, Africa with New York high school students as their mentor and French translator. During the project, we worked with villagers to build a coeductional school house. The experience was incredibly challenging and transformative.

Currently, I am enrolled in Columbia College for a second degree in Graphic design.

Since the age of 16, I have worked with children in a tutoring and caregiving capacity. Currently, I am working part-time as a nanny for an extraordinary little girl.

My interests include art, writing, reading, yoga, cycling, traveling, and playing soccer.

I live in Lincoln Park with my fiancee, kitten, and a fish named Frank.

I would be delighted to work with you!

Experience

  • Lincoln Park High School
    20012003
    English, biology tutoring
  • Mentor And French Translator In Mali, Africa
    20072007
    French and African History
  • 3 Years Of Ongoing Tutoring For Family
    Mathematics, literature, art
  • Vassar College
    20052007
    Department research assistant
  • Teaching Varied, Creative Courses At Special Needs Camp
    20052005
    Science, Art

Education

  • University Of Phoenix-Columbia Campus
    2013
  • Vassar College
    2007