Top English Tutors serving Des Plaines
Kenneth: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...attention to detail, work ethic, diligence, flexibility and critical thinking skills to help me succeed in legal writing and in the courtroom. However, I have also used these skills successfully in the classroom, and when I have tutored students individually and in a classroom setting in the past. I will always advocate for the potential inside each client, and will ensure they are able to succeed both in the classroom and life.
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Biological Sciences and Spanish
Chicago-Kent College of Law - PHD, Law
Robert: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...enlisted soldier at the US Army Aberdeen Proving Grounds optimizing the 105mm Howitzer for the US Army. I have Masters' degrees in Chemistry (Analytical equipment) and Business Technologies. I have been honored by my peers with recognition as a Life Fellow in Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation. My favorite subjects are the ones where my students have their most interest. My greatest satisfaction is explaining to my students until they say "Wow! Now I understand why!"...
Education & Certification
Maryville University of Saint Louis - Master of Science, Chemistry
Indiana State University - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General
Gila: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...high school aged children and have thoroughly enjoyed those experiences. The same energy and passion I brought to sports camp, I try to channel into my tutoring. I always ensure I stay motivated, engaged, and having fun so that my students will (hopefully!) feel the same. Simply put, I try to make learning and assignments not feel like a chore and pay attention to respond to the personality of the student so they feel that...
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Kevin: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...2019, with a major in French and Francophone Studies (Departmental Honors), minors in Film and Media Studies at Swarthmore College and Environmental Studies at Haverford and Bryn Mawr Colleges, and a concentration in Peace, Justice, and Human Rights, I am presently working toward a Master of Arts in Theater Studies at the Institut d'etudes theatrales of the Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris. I also teach English, Environmental Studies, and Theater at the Ecole alsacienne in...
Education & Certification
Haverford College - Bachelor in Arts, French Studies
Sahithi: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
"I love how my tutor really talked to me and made me feel welcomed." - Shondra "Very patient and very encouraging." - Jessica "She was really the best! Helped me a lot to my work and gives me a better understanding :)" - Unique "Sahithi is just so very sweet!" - Katie These are reviews from the kids that I've tutored in the past. One child at a time, encouraging me to better myself to better...
Education & Certification
Kennesaw State University - Bachelors, Biotechnology
Saint James School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine
Evan: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a math and statistics double major. I am passionate about teaching and have a demonstrated ability to teach a variety of subjects, including standardized test preparation.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Sergio: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Chicago with a Bachelor's in Spanish. I have been an adult ESL instructor at a non-profit, tutored my peers in Geometry, mentored Apprentice Opticians to certification, taught music theory and saxophone in a music school. All these experiences taught me learning is a life long journey and every person learns in a slightly different way than the next. Every brain is wired a little differently and that is the exciting part for me to discover...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Hispanic and Latin American Languages
Kurtis: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...thoroughly rewarding experience to be able to develop rapport with a student and then see them succeed through their hard work. Helping students push themselves to succeed, is what drives me to succeed. My time at Olivet Nazarene University was spent pursuing a degree in secondary education with an endorsement in the social sciences. This choice is largely due to my love for history. Ever since I was a young boy I have been absolutely...
Education & Certification
Olivet Nazarene Unversity - Bachelors, Social Science Education
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 34
Margaret: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...wonderful children between the ages of 10 and 12 at my inner city church. When I am not working with children, I work full time in customer service in a small internet start up, as well as going to school part time at DePaul University getting my Master's Degree in the Media and Cinema Studies program (or, as I like to describe it, getting a masters degree in watching movies). This program picks up my...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History
DePaul University - Master of Arts, Media and Cinema Studies
ACT Reading: 36
SAT Verbal: 760
Kelly: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...a graduate of Northwestern University. Having earned my masters degree in Speech, Language, and Learning, I understand how teaching can be modified to meet students' diverse learning profiles. Prior to becoming a speech-language pathologist I was a clinician at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes where I led students through research-based reading and comprehension programs. I primarily tutor math and reading and enjoy helping students gain a concrete understanding of the abstract concepts often present within those subjects.
Education & Certification
St Norbert College - Bachelors, Communication and Media Studies
Northwestern University - Masters, Speech, Language, and Learning
Jacqueline: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
My name is Jackie and I am super excited to assist youth with learning! I was a teaching assistant for 3rd graders and currently work with young people in my religious organization! I taught core subjects to a diverse learning group! My educational background is in Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Public Health!
Education & Certification
The University of Illnois - Bachelor of Science, Kinesiotherapy
George Washington University - Master of Science, Public Health
Neeta: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...ideals so that the student can successfully answer a related question at any degree of difficulty. I recently graduated at St. Louis University with a BS in both Health Management and Biology. There I was a biology teaching assistant, however I am continuing my education at Cornell University in the Fall to obtain my masters in health administration. I put all of my effort into teaching so I will not stop until you understand the...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Bailey: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a driven tutor that is dedicated to make my students shine! I am freshly graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a major in Anthropology and a minor in Business. Focusing on economics, algebra, writing/reading, and college applications, I am currently a graduate student at Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism. Tutoring through high school and my undergraduate experience, I am familiar with students in middle school and beyond.
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Journalism
Elise: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...in Spanish (semester at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador) - Professional Educator's License for Middle Grades Literacy - National Merit Scholar - Rochelle Lee Teaching Awardee - 4 years of experience teaching middle school English classes After receiving my MA in Teaching, I began working as a teacher in Chicago Public Schools. I witnessed how the standard classroom setting did not fully meet many students' needs. I wanted to use my skills to meet the...
Education & Certification
University of Kentucky - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
National Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
Valerie : Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am an MD candidate at Chicago Medical School. I majored in Chemistry and earned my Bachelors from the College of the Holy Cross while completing the Pre-Med coursework. While I tutored a variety of subjects, the sciences are my favorite! I am a strong advocate of teaching styles and exploring how they change over time for different students. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, snowboarding/skiing, and watching hockey.
Education & Certification
College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34
Salma: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...University of Illinois at Chicago, and I am majoring/studying in Criminology and Psychology. Because of this, I consider myself an expert in any AP history, psychology, or government courses. These are subjects in which I am particularly passionate and continue to research. When it comes to tutoring, every student is different, especially when it comes to learning, which is why I take a highly adaptable approach to teaching others. As a student, I feel like...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Criminology
Maegann: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Administration from Northwestern University, a Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina, and a Bachelor of Science (psychology) from the University of Maryland. I enjoy teaching students practical research and writing skills, as these are transferable to all areas of life and professions. I strive to create a customized learning experience by identifying each student's unique learning style, ensuring that our time together is tailored to foster the most meaningful understanding and...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-University College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Northwestern University - Bachelor, *Post-baccalaureate certificate in advanced biology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Master of Science, Public Health
Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Public Administration
Rajiv: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...and Writing the most because of my comprehensive knowledge of the former, and my love of the latter. I don't believe everyone needs to love a subject like Writing, yet they do need to be effective in it no matter what career they eventually pursue. To push that philosophy, my teaching style is Socratic. Students learn best by teaching and doing, not by being spoon fed information. Certainly, sometimes they need a helping hand, and...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
University of Michigan - Master of Science, Industrial and Operations Engineering
Ambreen: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...with a focus on psychology and theatre. Since graduation and during my time as an undergraduate, I have traveled extensively, tutoring children in underprivileged communities in my local city for a nonprofit Chicago Hopes for Kids program and also privately for students in public schools. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Biological Sciences and History. I see education as a way to grow as a whole...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Arnie: Des Plaines English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...school throughh college students in one-on-one tutoring, helping them develop their own voice on the page. It's exciting to assist others as they discover new things about themselves through writing, opening creative vistas 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....
Education & Certification
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Columbia College-Chicago - Master of Arts, Creative Writing
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