Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Park Forest, IL

...moved to Chicago. In addition to teaching at the University of Nebraska, I worked as a writing tutor at a community college and loved the experience. I mostly worked with non-traditional students ranging in ages 17-70, many of whom use English as a second language. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am...

...I majored in History and minored in Secondary Education. I am in my first year of teaching high school social studies in Chicago. My teaching endorsements are in psychology, political science, geography, sociology, and anthropology. For the last 5 years, I have been a part of the Golden Apple Scholar program in Illinois where preservice...

...their academics through a gentle yet direct approach. My areas of specialty are Psychology, English, and ACT prep. When working with others, I have a goal of empowering them to see and achieve their full potential, which I accomplish through directive strategies that allow students to explore different theories and learning practices than they'd considered....

...of Bradley University where I received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology (minor in English Literature). I also have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University Chicago. I have worked with students in a variety of settings (both in-person and virtual) including serving as a Corps member with Illinois Student Assistance Commission...

...publishers. Mostly I index, proofread, and copy edit manuscripts. For my B.A., I double majored in English Literature and Philosophy at Miami University (1996). There I tutored extensively for two years, gaining the maximum clients possible (30 students a week) while still holding down full-time coursework. Twice I took the semester long Study Skills class,...

...spans several roles and diverse environments. As a Research Assistant in the Education Department at Grinnell, I conducted comprehensive research on racial incidents in schools and communities, contributing to recommendations for addressing racial disparities in education. Additionally, my role as a Research Assistant in the Neuroscience Department involved utilizing advanced microscopy techniques to investigate the...

...country's #1 MA program at the University of Chicago. As a University tutor, I've worked with every one from first graders to PhD students. I'm an expert in the humanities and anything that involves reading or writing -- including history, literature, philosophy, and more! I also have several years of experience working with children and...

...post-graduate studies at the University of Chicago, where I received my Master's degree in the History of Philosophy. I've spent several years as a university writing tutor and I love helping students take their papers to the next level! Finally, I have several years of experience tutoring elementary and middle school students in all subjects...

...down to the same basic principle. How do you empathize with another human being? What story do each of you need to hear? With rigorous essay structure and technical skills in how to breathe, emotionally connect, and articulate, any essay or speech has the ability to truly be a work of art. I'm lucky enough...

I'm a self-taught computer programmer and game developer currently in the works of releasing my first major title for sale on the digital marketplace! Proficient in C#, Java, and the Unity3D game engine, I strive to help students reach their highest potential in any computer science or game development related discipline!

...a former English teacher and life long learner who remains passionate and enthusiastic about teaching children and adolescents. I have studied literature since I was young and continue to be an avid reader, writer, and lover of the arts. I have over ten years of experience tutoring and teaching, and I absolutely love it!

...also to be respectful, patient and positive. I believe that it is wrong to call the disparities in skill an achievement gap; rather, I believe it is an opportunity gap. It isn't that students aren't capable of success, it's that the opportunity for success is not always readily available to them. I am a teacher...

...Second Language at a college in Chicago. I have enjoyed success with a wide range of students; seeing their skills develop is something in which I take pride. I believe education is vital to a well-rounded life and I try to ingrain that in my students. Outside tutoring sessions and classrooms, I enjoy playing guitar,...

...their journey in discovering new ideas and concepts. I emphasize that only through asking questions will they actively learn. My goal is for students to learn how to flick that switch in their heads, and in fact think differently. Students will learn how to think critically, ask questions, seek out the answers, and be actively...

...their writing and my own knowledge of it. I was lucky enough to have taken classes not only at Knox, but also abroad in London and Dublin, gaining exposure to hundreds of different writers and styles during my college experience. Before college, I worked as a teachers assistant at the Polish Language School of Lombard,...

Experienced proofreader, editor with freelance tutoring experience with a demonstrated history of working in business and education. Skilled in critical thinking, editing, and creative & academic writing. Strong media and communication professional with a Master's Degree focused in Writing and Publishing from DePaul University.

...as well as helping to build the foundational skills required for long term success. Outside of tutoring, my interests include reading/writing, psychology, theatre, history, and Northwestern football and basketball. Reach out to discuss tutoring for: all elementary and middle school subjects, high school reading & writing (especially research papers!), SAT Reading & Writing/Language, and ACT Reading,...

...actor since 2013. I'm also a big advocate of hobbies; I love baseball, basketball, music, and games of all kinds (card games, video games, board games, you name it). I specialize in test prep, writing and language arts (including Spanish). I am a firm believer that achievement is a function of curiosity. Academic success doesn't...