Award-Winning English Tutors in Elgin, IL

I'm an engineering major who is passionate about teaching and loves to work with kids.... My teaching philosophy is learning by doing. It's important that students practice the skills they learn right away through guided and unguided practice problems. Students should be given the chance to figure out the problem for themselves before help is given.

...Classroom assistance, student supervision, is just a few of my areas of desire. Throughout my work experience, I have refined my communication, organization, and motivational skills. Additionally, I possess a solid and positive attitude towards learning to teach, and a gift for connecting quickly with people from all backgrounds to optimize their learning experiences. Highlights...

...am an experienced teacher with a Masters of Arts in Teaching and a Masters in Teaching ESL. During my thirty years of teaching, I have worked with students of all ages from all around the world. I believe that every student is able to learn. Do not let anything hold you back. Whether you are...

...a special needs child, I can truly relate to the importance of differentiating instruction. My hope is that students can learn, through my tutoring, that there is not a "one size fits all" solution to their problems. I will engage your student in whatever they are studying and help to create a lifelong learner.

...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 of genres and examining the...

...individuals. You can see growth up close, and the success of your students is a wonderful thing. That's why I like tutoring so much. When I'm not tutoring, teaching, or reading (a huge hobby of mine), I try to be outdoors. I love mountains and hiking. Since Illinois lacks mountains, I try to make the...

Hello! I am a graduate of Princeton University. I received my Bachelors Degree in English. Since graduation, I have travelled extensively and have taught and coached for five years. I can tutor a wide range of subjects and am most happy when tutoring writing and yoga.

...keep experimental theatre alive and well in the city of Chicago. While at Columbia, I worked as a tutor of fiction writing; this is where I get my passion for tutoring. I have always loved school and, more especially, the act of learning itself. I am a kind, gentle soul who will gladly put in...

Hello! My name is Dakota (She/They) and I am an Environmental Engineering and Anthropology PhD Student. I previously obtained my B.S. in Environmental Science, with minors in English and Philosophy where I started my research on flooding. I can help you with ecology, statistics, sociology, and college readiness. I hope to unearth your personal challenges...

...than seeing a student grasp a concept they once struggled with, and I aim to create a supportive environment where every learner, no matter the learning style, can thrive. My experience working with students began during high school, where I tutored peers in English and Math. Since then, I've gained experience working with students of different...

...While I am interested in tutoring a variety of subjects, science and biology specifically are my real passions. My scientific education has helped me grow immeasurably and I would love to help others have the same experience. I know first hand that formal education is not always the most effective way of learning. As a...

...of Northern Illinois for 7 years. My Girl Scout troop and I volunteered in many animal shelters, disabled children homes, and nursing homes. Volunteering at these places were some of the best times during my high school years. I look forward to being able to teach students in the near future and making a positive...

I currently attend the University of Illinois at Chicago studying Biological Sciences with a Pre-Med focus. All throughout high school I taught and tutored students in elementary and middle school. In college, I have directed summer school programs alongside teaching. I love helping others to build the skills and confidence they need to succeed, seeing...

I am a recent graduate from Scripps College where I majored in American Studies and minored in Dance. I love studying US history, culture and politics from an interdisciplinary lens, and am most passionate about tutoring in English, Reading, and History. I have experience as a writing tutor, dance teacher, and policy researcher. I firmly...

...Through my doctoral training and time post degree conferral I have aided students of all ages in understanding various nuances within several academic fields, whether psychology, social sciences, diversity and individual differences, writing/english literature, and so-forth. I have also been a part of various students' experience in studying for the ACT, GRE, NCE, and other...

...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 heart, your own unique human condition....

...in a way that every student can understand. I have numerous years of experience helping students excel in coursework, prepare for standardized tests, and compose comprehensive academic applications. I truly believe every student is capable of high levels of academic achievement and given the right framework students will propel themselves to new heights. I am...

...am currently pursuing a degree in Finance at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business and will be working in investment banking after graduation. This background has strengthened my analytical thinking and communication skills, which I bring into every tutoring session. Tutoring is especially rewarding because I enjoy helping students overcome frustration and build confidence in...

...scholarship. I received my masters degree (MPS) in public service from DePaul University in Chicago. I have worked for Sylvan Learning Center, Project SYNCERE STEM programs, and Chicago Public Schools where I have and continue to tutor and instruct youth in reading comprehension, vocabulary, math and the sciences. My hobbies include vegetable gardening, raising chickens,...

...middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards or translating a sentence they had spoken aloud that day in their heads for extra language practice. I am very excited to be able to tutor again and to work with students....