Top English Tutors serving Illinois

Beth: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...currently work at Downers Grove High School as a paraprofessional in the Special Services Department. I strive to make sure that every student has the opportunity to succeed, and I understand that the path to success varies from person to person. In addition to my background in foreign languages, I really enjoyed all of my...
Education & Certification
Auburn University - Bachelors, German; Spanish
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 31

Nour: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
"Cannot teach anybody anything, I can only make them think." Socrates Am ambitious master and bachelor degree holder with 5 year successful years of experience as accountant and adjunct faculty in multiple universities located inJordan in Amman exactly, and now am looking forward getting my PHD and CPA .
Education & Certification
University of Jordan - Bachelor in Arts, Accounting
University of Jordan - Master of Science, Accounting

Nicholas: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...and also a professional composer, arranger, and orchestrator. I am based in Chicago and have been practicing law for nearly a decade. I have composed and arranged music for clients around the globe and lived in Japan for years at a time (where I worked as a translator and interpreter for local government). Born and...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelor's, International Studies
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Doctorate (e.g., PhD, MD, JD, etc.), Juris Doctor

Peter: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...taught US History, World History, Government/Civics, and Human Geography for 6 years. I have also worked as a Social Studies Tutor in a few high schools prior. My goal as a tutor is to help you grow your own skills and abilities in the Social Sciences as efficiently as possible. Developing as a writer is critical...
Education & Certification
National-Louis University - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction
State Certified Teacher

Judie: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...School Math (Algebra I) to first grade phonics. I enjoy helping students discover they can understand a concept that had been confusing before. I coach volleyball at the eighth grade level, and have done so for more than ten years - it's a great activity to develop confidence and teamwork. I come from a large...
Education & Certification
Monmouth College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology and Physical Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Education, General Purposes

Amanda: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...engage, engage, engage! I don't want to just lecture to a glassy-eyed student for an hour. That's a waste of their time as well as mine. And I understand that as a student getting tutoring, you're going above and beyond your classmates when it comes to time spent engaging with Education. That's a hard thing...
Education & Certification
University of Central Florida - Bachelors, English Literature

Lucy: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...their way to becoming independent adults, and I'm passionate about developing creative strategies to fit that unique period of development. Aside from this, I love writing and editing others' written works. In High School I was the Managing Editor of my school newspaper, and I worked at a variety of publications including the Cal Alumni...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Brittyne: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...meeting each student where they are, building strong relationships, and creating a supportive environment where you can thrive. My approach is culturally responsive, and I tailor lessons to connect with your experiences and interests. Together, we'll set goals, overcome challenges, and celebrate your successes. I'm here to help you grow academically and personally, empowering you...
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Illinois State University - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher

Wayne: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
I enjoy the process of showing a student how a very few math rules has so much power the enables them to solve so many different types of problems.... Helping a student demystify math by getting them to see how using logic, overcoming their fear, and relying on even a small arsenal of math laws enables them to solve many more problems than they would expect.
Education & Certification
Miami University-Oxford - Bachelors, Accounting
De Paul University - Masters, Math Education

Barbara: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...I also love handling anything to do with aviation, and tours and travels. Chat me instantly, call me instantly, I will be available for any student. Helping students navigate not only their coursework and their broader challenges is my main goal as a tutor, and I am eager to contribute my knowledge and passion for...
Education & Certification
Indiana State University - Master of Science, Psychology

Kenya: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
Hi! My name is Kenya and I am an electrical engineer. Although, that is my day job, I have a passion for teaching and mentoring the younger generation. It is my goal to help students understand their material inside and outside of the classroom, and aid in any way possible to their growth.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering

Clara Rose: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...journalism, poetry, essays, and criticism in various print and digital outlets. Please allow me to be of any service to you or your family that I can! Tutoring and academic enrichment fills me with a sense of purpose. I've tutored in philosophy, literature, phonics, ESL, reading comprehension, and English essay writing. I've assisted underserved secondary...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Amy: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
I like to help students understand. Understanding is even better than learning.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Film Studies

Sarah: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...of Michigan with a degree in Kinesiology I hope to help offer my knowledge, patience and desire to help others learn through personalized tutoring meant to meet each child's academic goals by broadening their understanding of different topics and helping them develop the skills necessary to problem solve and/or articulate themselves to the best of...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

Max: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...was successful each time and believe that I can share effective tips on how to increase scores in each subject. In my free time, I like to play sports like football and basketball. I also like to read novels and poems. My favorites are by Kurt Vonnegut and Jack Kerouac. I am a strong believer...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Physics with Concentration in Chemical Principles
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Adam: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...I will soon have a decade of experience with professors, homework, and tests. And I've been tutoring since the beginning of my college career. I teach for the same reason that I learn - I enjoy it. Every student learns differently, and so everyone I teach pushes me to learn the material in a new...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri - Rolla - Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Civil Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 31

Caitlin: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...and editing, and study skills and organization. I am a firm believer that organized writing is an invaluable lifeskill, regardless of academic area of interest, and love helping students realize their full writing potential for success in the classroom and beyond. I also believe students get out of their education precisely what they put into...
Education & Certification
Willamette University - Bachelor in Arts, French

Alan: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...language must form the basis of instruction, woven into a practical approach to learning English. I take pride in developing meaningful, contemporary lessons to make sure that students are well-engaged in the learning activities, as opposed to rote memorization and meaningless dialogues. I also emphasize ???survival??? English to ensure that students are equipped and prepared...
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Roosevelt University - Master of Arts, Educational Administration and Supervision

Liz: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, History
Simmons College - Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Ali: Illinois English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Illinois
...academic curiosity in others. Finding even one facet of a subject that really piques a student's interest can make them think of learning as an engaging, exciting endeavor instead of an onerous chore. Call me an idealist, but I think learning should be fun! Though I keep the tone of my sessions light, I do...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre with Premed
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800
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