Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Burr Ridge, IL

...philosophy is simple: work with students to get them to connect the concepts together to solve a problem or understand an idea. If you can visualize each fundamental point and connect the dots in your head, you're well on your way to finding the solution. I teach a variety of subjects, from ACT English, Reading,...

...psychology graduate student. I have been working with students as a tutor and mentor since high school. I believe that education is a gift, so it's important to me to make learning fun and personalized. My goal is to help students build confidence in themselves and find joy in the work they do.

Throughout my life, I have been thankful for the quality of education I have received. As a tutor, I plan to continue this tradition of excellence in instruction, working diligently to provide my students the best opportunity to succeed in their coursework.

I'm an actuary born and raised in Illinois. I went to school in Chicago and majored in Applied Mathematics. I have learned the value of learning the lessons of those that have traveled paths before me. I hope to carry their tradition. For fun, I play strategy games and ultimate frisbee.

...the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, I am qualified to teach U.S. history, world history, world literature, geography and Spanish. I have experience tutoring students for the PSAT, SAT and ACT and my students have shown tremendous growth in test scores. I have taught language, literature and history professionally for 19 years. My strengths as an...

...love for sharing what I know. Observing my favorite teachers, instructors and mentors, I could sense that they were not only teaching me, but were open to learning themselves. I carry their lessons with me today. These teachers were great not only because they were teaching what they loved or because they paid attention to...

...and middle school level. I also have experience tutoring students in SAT/ACT test preparation in all associated sections. I am and always have been a lifetime learner and do all I can to impart this facet of myself on my students. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and son, weight...

...prepare and organize for tests and help with study habits in general. I have been a tutor with "Erie House Neighborhood House" for 5 years where I tutor students from the 6th grade to 12th grade. I have also worked after school, in a CPS school, with students from the 5-8th grade. I am a...

...Studies from Loyola University Chicago. Currently, I am working towards my Professional Educators Licensure in Secondary English Education through Western Governors University by 2023. I have a strong passion for student centered classroom, in which education meets the needs of students. I love teaching reading, writing, test taking skills, Social Studies, and other subject matters....

My goal is to make sure the student will understand the material and to be successful in the classroom while being an independent thinker.

...can promise you won't face them all alone." When I'm not studying, tutoring, and counseling, you can probably find me running or doing yoga. I also love to write for my blog, read new books, and spend time with my siblings and few close friends. My favorite color is purple, if I could live on...

...help beginner students find their footing with this beautiful language. I love seeing students become more confident learners, and I love watching students find what works best for them and grow beyond anyone's expectations! You can expect me to take a compassionate, curious, non directive approach to tutoring. I recognize and appreciate individuality and take...

...am a classroom teacher who has spent the last ten years tutoring/educating students with a variety of learning needs. I specialize in figuring out what specific learning strategies work for different students. I can help you go from good to great as I have consistently scored in the 99th percentile for several graduate school tests.

I believe that education is the most important aspect of the developing youth. My goal is for all my students to become confident learners in their subject area . I achieve this by providing one-on-one attention to each student and helping each student 'learn how they learn'. This not only helps them achieve their...

...students unearth their knack for all things English and writing so they too can excel and enjoy the process at the same time. I'm a recent graduate of the University of Oxford, where I studied Modern Middle Eastern Studies. Before that, I studied History at Northwestern University (BA). All throughout I've been an avid reader,...

At Harvard, I pursued a double concentration in History and Literature & Romance Languages and Literatures, with a focus on Spanish. Afterward, I received a Fulbright scholarship to study literature in Paris. I look forward to helping you on your academic journey, whether through test prep, language education, writing, or other pursuits.

...and a classroom aide for the past two years, helping students from the elementary to the high school levels. My academic specialties lie primarily in the areas of social science, literature, and grammar, and I have experience working with college essays and ACT testing. I would consider myself to be reliable, easygoing, friendly, flexible, and...

...every student has unique strengths, and I work to create a supportive environment where those strengths can flourish. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and a deep commitment to helping each student reach their full potential. Beyond the classroom, I enjoy reading and writing, which allows me to bring fresh ideas and a creative...

...previous writing experience with three newspapers including the AJC and NPR. I'm also qualified to tutor Latin and History, with which I have a high level of experience. I have plenty of experience working with students of all ages and experience levels, mostly high school to college level. I'm excited to potentially work with you!

I believe in learning as the unlocking of fundamental human potential. I think that knowledge of the world as a whole allows you to be yourself more completely, to express yourself to others, and to make your developing dreams into reality.