Top English Tutors serving Des Plaines

Sarah: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...a specialized program. I love bringing my clinical skills to my work as a tutor because it allows me to break skills down to their fundamental levels. Working with students to understand the concepts at play helps them to not only get the right answer but to understand the why. This skill based learning helps students understand information more thoroughly and generalize the skills across questions more effectively. Outside of work I like to keep...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Saint Xavier University - Masters, Speech Language Pathology
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 36
Isabel: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...so I tutor in my free time! Eventually, I plan on obtaining a Ph.D. in Clinical and School Psychology. I am a strong student and a lover of learning, especially when it comes to Psychology, writing, science, and reading comprehension. I have a strong background in research, having conducted my own study in undergrad and currently managing an ongoing study. If your student is interested in learning more about the research field, I would love...
Education & Certification
Medical University of South Carolina - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Kristen: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...certification course there. I have taught students of all ages; children, teenagers and adults. I enjoy teaching but I especially love tutoring because I like working one on one with students which allows me to really assess each student's needs and plan each lesson to their specific needs. When I am not tutoring I enjoy exercising, especially kickboxing. I love to travel and meet people from all over the world. I also enjoy reading and...
Education & Certification
Columbia College-Chicago - Bachelors, Cultural Studies

Casey: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...education in Michigan. I also volunteered as a literacy tutor with the Family Learning Institute in Ann Arbor, MI. While I am comfortable tutoring in a wide range of humanities and language arts subjects, I am most passionate about teaching English and reading comprehension. I believe students' advancements in these subjects positively impact all other academic areas. Every student can build confidence in reading and writing, and have fun doing it. I see education as...
Education & Certification
Butler University - Bachelor in Arts, Music History and Literature
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters, Musicology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Christa: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...college transfer student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design. Previously, I attended Northern Illinois University majoring in Computer Science. While art is my passion, I have strong foundations in Math and English. There is nothing more triumphant than finally reaching that moment of understanding a subject. Tutoring often leads to those wonderful breakthroughs which is why I love to help students reach that goal.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Graphic Design

Rohan: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
Hey! My name is Rohan, and I'm very excited to be a Varsity Tutor. I've been tutoring since I was fourteen years old, and being an older brother, I've also had countless experience tutoring my younger sister. I bring a positive and exciting attitude to my teaching style, and my main goal is always to ensure my client is learned and satisfied. ... My teaching philosophy revolves around ensuring the student has made positive progress in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Psychology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Peter: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...academic success requires as many voices and approaches that we can muster in our work towards student success in education and in life. I have taught at the elementary level in all subject areas and Special Education from grades K-12. I was granted a license to teach Woodshop based on my life and business experience and have done so for the Chicago Public Schools. I look forward to inspiring and working with students!... Teaching comes with...
Education & Certification
Winona State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education

Kosta: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...tell that the information has really clicked. It is really a privilege to be a part of the learning process for students. I try to make the learning process fun and engaging, and really hone in on which style works for each student. I am goal-oriented, and I like creating a plan with students and parents to take proper steps in reaching those goals. I spend my free time biking, reading interesting books, learning songs...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Operations Engineering

William: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...and Economics at Vanderbilt University. My primary focus is on High School and Middle School Math, where I strive to ignite a passion for math and problem solving in my students. I believe in creating a supportive learning environment that encourages open dialogue and exploration of ideas. By employing personalized learning strategies and engaging discussions, I aim to help students enhance their critical thinking and communication skills. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading a variety...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 790

Wasim: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...make learning fun and relevant. I believe in building a classroom where positivity and teamwork reign supreme, where we not only learn academic subjects but also life lessons that will carry us far. As someone who loves learning new things every day, I'm always on the lookout for ways to make my teaching even better. I'm excited about the chance to be a part of students' academic and personal growth, and I promise to bring...
Education & Certification
Aligarh Muslim University - Master's/Graduate, Biochemistry
Aligarh Muslim University - Doctorate (PhD), Biochemistry

Shannon: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...in a ten 24-36 month olds at a private family-owned center and now as a co-lead in a classroom of ten 15-36 month olds at a local community center. I believe we should be lifelong learners and strive to foster that for myself by staying up to date with the latest trends in education. In my free time, I love to read (historical fiction, paranormal, and dystopians) and play boardgames or DnD with my friends.
Education & Certification
Elmhurst College - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education

Zihe: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...modern), political philosophy (your Locke, Hobbes and Rawls, etc), philosophy of science (Bayesianism, positivism, etc). I can also tutor undergrad courses on Chinese philosophy (Ruism, Buddhism, Daoism)! I'm confident tutoring K-12 math and physics. I'm also a native Mandarin speaker; I can help you or your children study Mandarin Chinese as well! Learning makes life significant. It lets you see more of the world in finer details. Great learning eventually leads you to your own...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
State University of New York at New Paltz - Master of Philosophy, Philosophy

Jessica: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
Hi, my name is Jessica! I have a bachelors in German and Music with a minor in marketing from Simpson College and a masters in Music Business from California State University Northridge. I love to teach and I'm excited to help you learn!
Education & Certification
Simpson College - Bachelor in Arts, German
California State University-Northridge - Master of Arts, Music Management and Merchandising

Shyanne: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
Hello. My name is Shyanne or Shy. I am twenty years old and am currently studying writing in college. I enjoy communicating with others and am excited to get to know other people while being able to help them further with their education.
Education & Certification
Savannah College of Art and Design - Bachelor in Arts, Writing, General

Goodwin: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...not work for another. This has taught me to flexible and modify my tutoring approach based on the tutee. Since I just graduated high school, I can empathize better with other high school students and build a personal connection that can aid in creating the perfect learning environment for the tutee. I enjoy working with students to really unlock their potential! In my spare time, I enjoy reading, spending time with family and friends, and...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Philosophy, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 770

Anuri: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...work, I am a dancer teacher and love to teach core school subjects well! Specifically Math and sciences I strongly believe in education. You are always a student, no matter the age, you are always learning. As a tutor, I strongly believe in incentives. Setting small goals and rewards will definitely motivate you to do better as long as you set your mind to it and work hard. I have a passion to teach and...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Olajumoke: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...I have coached numerous women in business strategy, marketing, business plan and even creating a catching resume to get their dream job. I am passionate about everything business, website design, and funneling building. In my spare time, I love empowering single moms. My joy is for my students to succeed, and I make sure they meet their goals. In my spare time, I love watching movies, researching where to travel, and learning new cultures and...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-University College - Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems
University of Dubuque - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Uddish: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...medical field! I graduated from Saint Louis University in May 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and two minors in Biology and Health Care Ethics. During my time at SLU I also danced on a nationally competing Bollywood-Fusion Dance team, SLU Shakti, placing 4th (2017) and 10th (2018) in the nation! In my free time I enjoy playing piano and basketball. I also enjoy cooking and baking, as it is a way for...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Math: 34

Alexandra: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...long-lasting impacts is truly a dream come true. I have two degrees and a minor from Loyola University Chicago and I am currently completing a Masters degree program from Georgetown University. I have a quite diverse and extensive tutoring and teaching background I have taught almost every subject to some degree to students ranging in age from 8 to 75. I specialize in all social sciences, US and World History, AP exam, ACT, and SAT...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Global Studies
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Intelligence, General
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 34

Matthew: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a historian, currently working on my PhD at Loyola University Chicago. I have over six years experience as a tutor or instructor, and have helped hundreds of students improve their writing and score higher on essays and exams. I am engaging, encouraging, and skilled at individualizing instruction.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Tyler - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Social Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720
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