Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Forest Park, IL

It's my mission to meet students where they're at and help them improve in practical, meaningful steps that they can go on to implement themselves in order to achieve success.

...to provide students with a structured way to work independently outside the classroom. My abilities include English Language Arts, Music Theory, U.S. History, Algebra I and Consumer Business. I am results driven with a commitment to developing a relationship with my students. I expect my students to be accountable for their choices

My name is Spencer. I began tutoring while going to college at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and I really liked it. Besides tutoring I love basketball, hanging out with my dog, and playing board games with friends.... I believe learning should be fun! Learning in every subject can be fun and engaging, given the proper presentation. I believe that if you are having a good time while you learn, you learn more effectively. Also, learning...

...Economics with a minor in History. I have a passion for showing students the value of the information they learn. I believe learning is most meaningful when students make connections organically, synthesizing information in the way they best retain. I have experience tutoring students at all levels of high school as well as college freshmen.

...teaching philosophy is that teaching is a two way interaction. I am focused on tailoring a unique teaching strategy to the specific way each student learns. I learn just as much as the student does. I feel so rewarded when both myself and the student reach that "A ha" moment. From persuasive essays, literary analysis,...

...to be the best versions of themselves they can be. I have taken classes in teaching and taught, in classrooms, Reading and Writing, Social Studies, Science, and, my personal favorite, Math, at the Elementary and Middle School levels. In addition, I have experience teaching music, study skills, public speaking, and, as a fluent Spanish speaker,...

...best of the experience. I was a National Merit Finalist for the PSAT. I am a firm proponent of peer-to-peer learning and the importance of a strong education. I hope not only to assist with your academic needs, but also to inspire critical thinking and challenge you to become a better student! Outside of my...

...I have a BS in Psychology and Neuroscience and am working towards getting my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University. I have had a lot of experience throughout college and AP classes in high school writing essays spanning a variety of subjects from literature, psychology, poetry, and neuroscience. I am very...

...in such areas as Composition, College Essay prep, Grammar, Spelling and Literature. I also have a degree in French with a minor in Translation, and I have taught creative writing in both fiction and poetry. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, science fiction in literature and in movies, video games, and writing. I look...

...because I find satisfaction in guiding students through the practice-oriented nature of Math, the continual discovery in Science, and the creative expression allowed by English My teaching philosophy centers on student-centric approaches, prioritizing conceptual understanding over memorization and fostering a lifelong love for learning. Outside of academia, I find joy in basketball and American football,...

...a broad range of subjects. I believe that tutoring should place a strong emphasis on the student's needs and I am a firm believer in making sure students leave no gaps in their understanding of a topic. In my free time, I like to make my own music and read philosophy books.

...Weekly Post (Peoria). I also served as an editor for author Mary Pat Kelly. My tutoring experience has ranged from ages 6-19, specifically working on reading, writing and editing all forms of the English subject. I have taught English in Spain to high school students, edited essays in college and tutored elementary school students in...

...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 a quick learner. I am excited to...

...would like to read or know more, please let me know. I am an avid linguist who speaks English natively, fluent Spanish and Italian, a lot of French, a decent amount of German and Portuguese, a little Polish, and a tiny bit of several miscellaneous languages. I also am an ESL tutor/teacher who has worked...

...the Year award for my teaching approach with students. As a camp counselor, I worked diligently each day to ensure campers could process and understand the content for the day, including working individually with campers who needed additional one-on-one time. I strongly believe in the power of an excellent education, as it is a concrete...

...and executive functioning. I offer students of all ages learner-centered experiences with active participant involvement and the support to effectively make use of what is learned. I believe that each learner is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to learn. It is my desire as an instructor to...

...of kindergarten through 5th grade and created engaging games to help them actively learn. At Cornell, I serve as Math TA for Algebra. My main goal in these tutoring sessions is to create a safe learning environment to encourage growth and success. I want every student to feel comfortable enough to ask questions when they...

...peer-to-peer tutoring services where I helped students with college entrance essays, school papers, SAT exams, and science coursework. I have experience tutoring in writing, reading, biology, and environmental science. I believe that writing and science are for everyone, and that given the right foundation, any student can be a writer or a scientist.

...important to create a personal connection with my clients. I like to gain a deep understanding of your educational goals and challenges so that I can offer the best assistance possible. The most satisfying part of tutoring is being able to watch students progress and reach their goals, that is why I'm here. Not only...

...is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to know my students in order to understand their goals, strengths, needs, and learning styles. When I'm not teaching, I love listening to records (I was a radio DJ in college!), reading...