Award-Winning ESL Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...a Ph.D. in Education from DePaul University in Chicago and love to work with all kinds of students from everywhere. My BA is from the University of Illinois in Champaign/Urbana, Phi Beta Kappa, and my MA is in Public Policy from the George Washington University in Washington DC. I have taught here in the US for many years and also overseas. I would love to meet you! My doctoral work is in Gifted Education, so...

...understanding of early childhood development to my work with students. My greatest passion lies in helping young learners grow into confident readers and writers. I specialize in phonics, reading, and writing instruction, and I love seeing the moment when a concept "clicks" for a student. Whether building foundational literacy skills or strengthening comprehension and fluency, I tailor my approach to each learner's unique needs and learning style. My tutoring style is warm, patient, and structuredI...

...required grade to be admitted by an American graduation institution. I am passionate about languages and education because I believe these subjects are crucial for individuals who aim to become active participants in society and effectively express themselves. While the road to learning may present some challenges, I am committed to helping students overcome their struggles and achieve their educational goals. Therefore, my pupils can rely on me to improve in areas such as reading,...

...own voice. My college entrance essay is held up by Johns Hopkins as an example for other students. I spent the last year teaching students in a troubled Italian high school. I loved the challenge of working with unmotivated learners, and several of my students told me I was the best teacher they had had. Before that I worked as a freelance reporter for The Nation, and an editor at New York Focus, The South...

...seek to help make the learning process smoother and more enjoyable for my students and familiesI serve through practical strategies and memorable examples you can take with you. English Language Arts and Reading was my passion and specialty and I will bring those elements to anything you want to learn. I have generated consistent results as ALL of my tutoring students have improved grades, sometimes after 1-2 sessions When I tutor, I seek to get...

...a junior in high school, and I have taught a college-level newspaper reporting class. My teaching philosophy is to create a student-centered learning environment, and I focus on active learning. I have a bachelor's degree in journalism with an outside concentration in English from Indiana University Bloomington. In 2009, I earned my master of arts degree from Indiana University Bloomington in journalism research. From 2019-2021, I studied elementary education with a concentration on ESL at...

...because I get to be the example and give my students the opportunities that I so desperately needed as a child. I truly feel educating is my calling, and I have enjoyed every moment of living out my dream. While I enjoy teaching all subjects, my favorite to teach is foundations of reading. There is nothing more magical than seeing a child read for the first time. In my teaching, I really try to engage...

I've always considered myself a life-long learner across many subjects and mediums. The core essence of teaching another is communicating, regardless of the subject, the joy and excitement of learning something new.

...graduate of The University of Texas at El Paso. I received my Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in English Language Arts and Reading. Since graduation, I have earned my ESOL and Reading Certifications added onto my teaching degree. As a tutor, the most passionate subjects that I have taught the last 15 years as an educator; they are Reading and Writing, focusing on ESOL students and Intensive Reading students. I am a "firm,...

Hello! My name is Saher Khan and I am passionate about helping everyone learn at their own pace. I aim to ensure you are confident in your skills and feel comfortable at the end!

...my goal is always for students to find joy and excitement in learning new things as well! I have co-taught elementary-middle school in a classroom setting, I have tutored Elementary school students in reading, writing, and math, and have tutored a high school student in Algebra. My favorite subject to tutor is reading. I believe reading is the most important skill to master, and providing reading intervention is very rewarding, as seeing student growth is...

...national and international academic instructor and joined the VIPKID, Varsity, and Amplify organization. With much excitement, I motivate, inspire, and assist students (K- 12) and adults in math, grammar, science, creative writing, public speaking, book reports, free talk, proper pronunciation, writing organization skills, wellness, healthcare, fitness, self-confidence, self-worth/respect, and self-compassion. My certifications include but are not limited to national level: speaking course, book, reports, guided reading 1-11, children, teen, and adult writing courses; international: vocabulary...

Hi, my name is Nelson. Formerly teaching English in China, I have taught English in person and online in the United States. I also have a background in social studies, so I hope to tutor students in those areas. I graduated from Florida International University in 2004 with a BA in political science. I earned my MA in international studies from Florida International University in 2009.

...Education. I have 32 years experience of teaching elementary students in the classroom, and extensive tutoring experience in schools , in homes, and online. I currently enjoy teaching ESL online as well. I am a patient, cheerful teacher and I have a passion for helping struggling students and for getting students excited about learning. I especially enjoy teaching reading and writing. My hobbies include spending time with my family and pets outdoors, reading, writing poetry,...

With 20+ years in classrooms across private, public, and charter schools, I have had the opportunity to reach students in Preschool through Graduate School. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge with others to continue to empower individual learning. I am certified educator with many years experience across multiple states and countries. I am certified to teach all content area Prek-6 and reading in grades Prek-12. I also teach business education and computer courses along...

Hello Everyone! My name is Ejenenorb or ( EJ or short). I enjoy helping people and I'm enthusiastic about helping Varsity Students in any way that I can. I have a background in Law, Political Science, Math, Science and English and have taught and tutored students ranging from new born to adult. It gives me great pleasure to add value to a student's life and I look forward to working with you all soon!

...I began my career as a certified teacher with the Department of Defense Dependents' Schools. For the past 23 years, I have taught the children of the U.S. Army soldiers stationed in and around Grafenwoehr, Germany. During that time, I have taught a wide range of subjects, recertified in secondary mathematics, recertified in secondary science, and earned certification as an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) instructor. I also received my Masters of Educational Psychology from...

...am minoring in Spanish and Management. The subjects I primarily tutor include Spanish, English, and Grammar, but I am also available for other subjects and standardized tests. I have studied Spanish for 9 years, and during high school I tutored other younger high schoolers for Spanish. As a fellow student, I believe it is important to feel comfortable and confident in the classroom. In my free time, I like to spend time with friends, bake,...

I am a former teacher with 10 years of experience in teaching and tutoring. I have a Master's Degree in Literacy Education and I am passionate about making sure that every learner feels successful. I love seeing students grow and master their skills!

...in 2nd grade. I got disciplined for "talking" too much. I would often cry before school. I wasn't encouraged or allowed to be who I was. In my 3rd grade school year, that all changed. I felt like a caterpillar who crawled into a cocoon for shelter away from the reality of my school experience. My 3rd-grade teacher took me under her wing and mentored me with dignity and fun! I was released, after 3rd...