Top English Tutors serving Oak Lawn
Michael: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...in Dsseldorf, Germany for a month (May 2012 to June 2012), plus worked in Austria as well as in Germany for four separate companies, exploiting my German skills to their maximum capabilities. Published ten separate times for various publications, including video game website, Bitmob.com, lifestyle website, EliteDaily.com and automotive websites, FluidMotorUnion.com, TheSmokingTire.com and BuildRaceParty.com Founded MarquetteMotors, a brand dedicated to covering the automotive industry, the latest cars and trends, professional racing, my own amateur racing...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Bachelors, German Language
Ilana: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Northwestern University, where I completed a BA in Cognitive Science (Neuroscience concentration) as well as a BMus and Masters degree in Voice and Opera Performance. I tutor test prep for the SATs and ACTs, as well as math for all ages. I excel particularly in writing and editing and love tutoring in the humanities. My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Terence: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...recent years I was a tutor with Oakton Community College's VITA Program where ESL adults worked weekly to improve their reading fluency, phonics and writing abilities. Because of my special education background, my philosophy towards learning is that everyone has a different and often unique way that they learn. Finding that method is what I try to determine so I can help them improve whatever subject they have difficulty with. I love to read myself...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communications
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Special Education
Pete: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...of Wisconsin in Madison, I understand the gap that can form between teachers and students first hand. Combining a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It is my personal wish that if a student has a special need, I can fulfill it through flexibility, kindness,...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor
Shea: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...quote is a direct reflection of me and my mission as a teacher. Ever since I started teaching 5 years ago, I have been committed to accommodating the needs of each individual student, and instilling a lifelong love of learning in all of my students. As a very passionate, caring, nurturing, and knowledgeable teacher, I thrive on the success of my students ??? our future. As a tutor with Varsity Tutors, I???m eager to have...
Education & Certification
Western Illinois University - Bachelors, Computer Science
National-Louis University - Masters, Teaching
Jessica: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...ESL instructor for adults in various communities throughout the city, tutored students looking to complete their GED examination, and provided health education in various capacities throughout the south and west sides communities. I believe in making education fun and interactive - even when it's a topic we are not thrilled about learning. The more we learn, the more opportunities we open for ourselves and for others. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, reading, running,...
Education & Certification
Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Public Health, Community Health Sciences
Dominique: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...crucial components of a student's success. I am a journalist who produces copy covering various topics for print and digital media, and I love interacting with students. I believe positive interactions promote self-confidence and a heightened self-esteem. Tutoring is an opportunity to be a role model, and even in a short session, quality interactions leave a lasting impact. I have a variety of interests: I love to exercise, read, spend time with family and friends,...
Education & Certification
University of Utah - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Ballet, minor in Psychology
University of Colorado Boulder - Master of Arts, Journalism
Gabriel: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Literature & Philosophy. I've tutored 7th and 8th graders in Basic Algebra and essay construction and taught undergraduates Biostatistics and the literature of Valdimir Nabokov, so I'm prepared to work with any age or skill level. When I'm not tutoring this summer, I'll be doing electrophysiological research at NYU's Center for Neural Science and preparing to write my BA on James Joyce's Ulysses. I'm extremely versatile with expertise in a range of subjects and really...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Fundamentals & Computational Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Martha: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...enjoy helping students with any and all writing assignments, from college essays to history papers. I like to incorporate my personal experiences with French and with writing into my tutoring sessions because I believe that small connections can help students to remember and retain a lesson. I am a firm believer that every student has his or her own learning style, and that it is my role as a Tutor to specifically address those individual...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Global Studies, Minor in Creative Writing
Karishma: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...develop study methods and styles that work best for them and that will serve them throughout school. I previously tutored with Boys Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Alexandra: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...semester I am also attending the School of the Art Institute to complete my minor in Visual Arts. Having this diverse educational background, I am able to assist students in multiple subject areas. I have had experience tutoring elementary aged students especially in reading and mathematics. I have also helped both high school and middle school students with areas they struggle in. I love to assist and encourage students to comprehend subjects that they need...
Education & Certification
Lake Forest College - Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Danielle: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...received my BS in Elementary Education. Currently, I am working on my Master's degree in Autism and Developmental Studies as well as an ELL certification. I also hold a teaching certificate. I love working with students of all ages, but specifically the elementary level. I have been a teacher and am used to working with students at all levels in all subjects. I believe everyone has the ability to learn and love to encourage that...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
University of Missouri-St Louis - Masters in Education, Autism/Dev. Studies/ELL Cert
Brigette: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...My passions lie in reading and writing, but I love teaching all subjects. I am currently a 6th grade Learning and Behavior Specialist at a Chicago Public School. I've previously taught in preschool, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I am familiar with a variety of curriculums for all subjects including Everyday Math, Go Math, Connected Math, TouchMath, Envision Math, Lucy Caulkins Writing Program, Wilson Reading Program, Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy, and several others. I...
Education & Certification
Cornell College - Bachelors, Elementary Education and French
University of St Francis - Current Grad Student, Learning and Behavior Specialist
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31
Quinn: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
My main areas of speciality are French and English writing, reading, and grammar. In addition to scoring perfectly on the SAT Writing and Verbal sections, I have completed graduate-level coursework and an honors thesis at Northwestern University. Having lived and worked in Paris, France, I am capable of teaching French comprehension and structure with confidence and a great deal of experience. ... I believe strongly in assessing strengths, and using these areas of strength and confidence...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Performance Studies, French minor
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Ellen: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...moment” when I was 18 and studying early childhood development. Almost ten years later, I am still fascinated with the multitude of methods of learning, and love to be a part of the acquisition of new knowledge and skills. I currently hold a bachelor's degree in early childhood education from St. Louis University, an elementary certificate from Northeastern Illinois University, and an ESL endorsement certificate from the University of Illinois. I have classroom and tutoring...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
State Certified Teacher
Charles: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...other crafts. I am a member of the LGBTQ community, and I would love to teach and support other students in that community. Of course I am also happy to teach anyone else too! I have worked as a tutor with students of all ages from 4 to 40 in a variety of study areas including mathematics (basics, geometry, algebra, calculus), computer science and reading. My approach to tutoring is primarily conversational, meaning I evaluate...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Kelly: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I'm a professional writer and editor with over a decade of experience, including six years at the Chicago Tribune. I specialize in helping students craft clear, compelling writingespecially college essays and personal statements. I have a record of helping students reach their target colleges. My approach is supportive and practical, aimed at building skills and confidence one step at a time.
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Rabha: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...the past 7 years. I graduated from NYU with a degree in literature and creative writing and a minor in gender and sexuality studies. I graduated from SAIC with an MFA in writing. I have taught writing classes at SAIC, Harold Washington College, and National Louis University. Literature was my first love and continues to be so. I have been writing for as long as I can remember; poetry, prose, nonfictional personal essays, academic essays,...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
GRE Verbal: 160
Shannon: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...my Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry. In my free time, I like to bake, read, watch Netflix, and go hiking (especially with my dog). My specific teaching approach depends on the subject, but I like to really engage my students in that subject. When it comes to languages, that could mean watching or listening to media in that language or finding a fun book to read. In science or math, that could be running examples, either...
Education & Certification
Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 31
Grace: Oak Lawn English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am a junior at the University of Notre Dame majoring in American Studies and minoring in Digital Marketing. I am very passionate about helping students, and I have been tutoring since my freshman year of high school. I use a high energy, personalized approach to tutoring in order to help students gain confidence in their abilities!
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
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