Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Naperville, IL

...Secondary Education, from Stonehill College in Massachusetts. I enjoyed a 10-year career in teaching and received my Master's degree in Reading and Literacy. During that time, I also coached high school slam poetry teams and discovered my talent as a performance poet, which ultimately led me to pursue writing. After leaving education, I received a Masters in Fine Arts in Writing from the School of the Art Institute, where I studied poetry and creative non-fiction....

...realize that they are bright in their own ways. I received my B.A. from Skidmore College, with a double major in Political Science and Spanish, and a double minor in Intergroup Relations and Honors Forum. I have been teaching for over 8 years, and love helping students see themselves as bright, creative, and intelligent individuals that deserve specialized attention. In my free time I love riding horses, playing with my dog, dancing, and traveling. I...

...to their future potential. Writing is the basis for all education: it develops critical thinking skills, encourages "big picture" thinking, and preps students for life in "the real world." Every student has something to offer through their inherent abilities to tell stories. My job is to help a student to be their best self, using writing as that conduit to better self-understanding and self-awareness. I have strong experience working with ADHD students--as I have it...

...Texas with a bachelor's in journalism. I graduated with summa cum laude honors and completed two minors and a legal studies certificate. My love for teachings stems from my experiences as an educational mentor. I love teaching high school and middle school students in writing and other topics because I think it's important to impart wisdom onto the younger generation. My teaching style centers around one concept - the desire to learn. If you are...

...a way that is helpful and caring as opposed to critical. I think enjoying school can be difficult for a lot of children, as it has been for me in the past, so I would love to help others find what subjects they enjoy so they can go into school and academics with a more confident attitude. When I'm not in classes, I love playing volleyball, doing anything art related, and spending time with my...

...patience and engagement, aiming to create a supportive environment where students can thrive in subjects like statistics, economics, mathematics, and English. I particularly excel in statistics, where I guide students through complex concepts using repetition and practical examples. However I also enjoy teaching pre-calculus, trigonometry, algebra II, geometry, algebra, and elementary school math. My personal journey includes being the parent of a son who overcame some difficult challenges from ADHD. He's now a graduate student...

...can explore through English, and I am overjoyed to help others shape their visions through writing. Every student has their own story to tell, and I want to guide them as they sharpen their skills and flourish into strong writers. While writing composition is my favorite area to teach, I will gladly help with reading comprehension as well. I have extensive experience with editing articles and essays and making suggestions for clarity, concision, tone, persuasiveness,...

...am a graduate of Columbia College Chicago. I received my Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing and Environmental Studies. Throughout my education, I volunteered at various 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...

I'm a recent graduate from the University of Chicago with BAs in Anthropology as well as History and Philosophy of Science. I love to teach about these subjects, and am also eager to tutor writing and study skills! I have experience tutoring students from early childhood to college-age in history, math, English and Spanish. I also have experience copyediting and giving content and structure feedback on student's writing. I would love to work with you!

I've always enjoyed tutoring as a way to express my love of writing and math. I'm excited to help and meet some families in my neighborhood!

...to forge a career as a writer, I am looking, not only to break out of the solitary confines of the process, but to assist others along the way. One of my favorite parts of my writing sequence that I completed last year was the opportunity to cultivate and grow the ideas of my fellow classmates. I love assisting others in the development of their own work which, naturally, lead me to tutoring writing and...

...you are gathering. Curiosity leads to a lifetime of knowledge and constant learning. Testing has its merits to standardize, but each student has their own needs, wants, and interests. Each student, no matter who, deserves to be listened to, and treated fairly. Helping students find what they love, will help them move forward in their learning journeys forever. My teaching is dynamic, mostly because I like to approach the student from where they are in...

I'm a USA Today bestselling author and editor and an Ivy League graduate with a BA in English Literature. I'm an expert in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and essay writing. I love helping students write better essays for class or college admissions by tackling writer's block and helping students find their own writing voice. You no longer have to dread writing that essay or paper!

...certification supporting neurodiverse learners. In my career, I've taught AP language and literature, composition, grammar, and honors English courses. I have extensive experience helping students prepare for high-stakes tests like ACT, PSAT, and SAT. Additionally, I've worked 1:1 with clients and their families to guide them through the college application process, including the personal essay, scholarship applications, and the FAFSA. More recently, I've been working with younger (ages 8-12) struggling readers using the Orton Gillingham-aligned...

...me if they do not understand a topic. Learning another language is difficult, and students need to be provided with the best possible support they can receive in order to succeed. When it comes to science tutoring, my background in pursuing a medical career has deeply shaped the way I teach. I've integrated effective study strategiesdeveloped through years of rigorous traininginto my lessons to help students retain information and improve recall. During my undergrad years,...

...students in a variety of settings (both in-person and virtual) including serving as a Corps member with Illinois Student Assistance Commission where I helped students navigate the college admission process. My current role is in career advising at Northwestern University where I advise undergrad students in resume writing, cover letter writing and other job application steps. My education and experience have prepared me to advise in a variety of subject areas including English, Psychology, Clinical...

My passion for English composition and Spanish is something I cultivated throughout my educational and personal life. I want to inspire others to have a passion for education that sculpts who they are and who they choose to inspire later in life. The opportunities that I am afforded today were endowed in me by interdisciplinary studies and my decision to make use of those tools.

...many young people. Education opens windows and doors. Education is the foundation of future learning and accomplishment. We all face obstacles and make mistakes in our journey towards adulthood. It's the reason pencils have erasers and keyboards have backspace and delete keys. Young persons all deserve second and third chances in education to learn to embrace available opportunities and overcome obstacles in route to success. Education, diligence and perseverance (at times with the assistance of...

I am a current third grade dual language teacher and I absolutely adore teaching language. I am a native speaker of English and Spanish is my second language. Therefore, I can tutor literacy in either language and would be thrilled to help any student beginning to learn English or Spanish. I could assist with grammar, creative writing, building vocabulary, reading strategies, or any other topic under the umbrella of literacy.

Hi everyone! I am currently a third year dental student at the University of Michigan. I was a tutor all throughout my undergraduate career and enjoyed every part of helping another student to help his/her excel!