Top English Tutors serving Oak Park
Stephanie: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I am a graduate of Wittenberg University. I would love to help you gain confidence in the areas you are seeking growth. I have traveled and taught students in Mexico and parts of the U.S. I am fluent in Spanish, and have am passionate about languages, cultures, and writing.
Education & Certification
Wittenberg University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Angela: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...contributing to the advancement of the biomedical sciences and healthcare in our world. During my undergrad, I participated in several service trips to the Middle East, where I tutored students in a school serving refugees and underprivileged families from a variety of cultural and educational backgrounds. These experiences have fueled my desire to help others achieve their academic pursuits and thrive no matter what they may be facing. While I tutor a broad range of...
Education & Certification
Cedarville University - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Science, Neuroscience
Sahar: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
Hello, I hope you are well! My name is Sahar Khateeb. I am studying elementary education student and in my last year. I have tutored kindergarten and first graders. I currently teach as a paraprofessional for students with autism.
Education & Certification
Governors State University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Jack: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...each student deserves the chance to succeed in school and beyond. I strive to do all I can to give students the confidence, skills and knowledge they need to be the best versions of themselves they can be. I have taken classes in teaching and taught, in classrooms, Reading and Writing, Social Studies, Science, and, my personal favorite, Math, at the Elementary and Middle School levels. In addition, I have experience teaching music, study skills,...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Education, Bilingual Education
Jim: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I first began to learn Mandarin in college nearly 40 years ago. I really enjoy using the language to communicate and facilitating the communicative skills of others. My speaking skill is characterized as near-native, and I am modern, professional, and I have a non-academic style. I work as a professional translator, but there is a great difference between translation skill and speaking skill. BA and MA in Linguistics.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Linguistics
Karen: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois and have more than ten years of experience tutoring students in ACT and SAT preparation. I believe a personalized approach works best and work with each student's strengths to find the best strategies. I also have experience with subject tutoring for elementary, middle, and high school students. If a student is behind or struggling in class, I'll help him or her gain a solid understanding of the material. I truly...
Education & Certification
Bradley University - Bachelor of Science, Multimedia with a minor in Business Administration
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 32
Gila: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...is a great feeling and I enjoy helping people reach that feeling of satisfaction and pride in themselves for accomplishing a task that may have seemed like a challenge. I spent many years working as a sports camp counselor for elementary and 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,...
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Emmanuel: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...believe that, while grades are certainly important to the success of the student, they are only a secondary focus of importance. There are dozens of ways to get good grades without ever increasing in knowledge. The primary focus of education should be to allow students to gain an understanding of themselves: strengths, weaknesses, abilities, affinities, etc. My goal as a tutor is to use my knowledge and successes as well as my personal and academic...
Education & Certification
Governors State University - Current Undergrad, Communications
ACT English: 31
Kathy: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...for tutoring when I became a tutor at Kumon Math and Reading for three years in high school, teaching students of all ages. I was also a geometry tutor, so I have extensive experience with mathematics. I found both jobs to be extremely rewarding, and I loved seeing students grasp a math concept or write an incredible essay. I would love to be able to share my knowledge, and I hope I have the opportunity...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Michael: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...different science, math or social studies topics as well as reading. I have a degree in engineering and I am interested in tutoring as it is a gateway into teaching which is something I may pursue in the future. My style of tutoring is very much question based. I first like to gauge where my pupils are and try and rebuild the foundation that they are lacking. I will take as much time that is needed...
Education & Certification
University of Kentucky - Engineering in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, General
Samuel: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...and Biosciences, and will begin my medical education this July. As evident, my gap year between completing my undergraduate career and staring medical school has been eventful to say the least. I have been very fortunate to accomplish my goals of gaining clinical experience and entry into medical school. The only remaining thing I really want to do before starting school again is teach. I loved helping coach the youth wrestling team in high school,...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
La Lee: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...of Princeton University's Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department. I am passionate about teaching and mentoring and have done so in multiple capacities over the last four years, including a fellowship during which I taught pre-algebraic math to a group of middle school students from traditionally underserved backgrounds in Saint Paul, MN. I love interacting with students and seeing them grow over the course of their studies. I'm ecstatic at the opportunity to learn alongside them...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Sarah: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...translation. I have a passion for languages and the crucial role they play in our world, and I am endlessly looking for more opportunities to learn. I am inspired to tutor because I value education as one of the greatest opportunities a person can be given, and I love seeing the ideas and ambitions of language students. My favorite subject to tutor is French, as the language is incredibly dear to my heart. The French...
Education & Certification
North Central College - Current Undergrad, French major, English minor
ACT English: 34
Lauren: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...kids to expand their knowledge and love of learning. I found that I derived a great deal of self-confidence and self-esteem through my own academic achievements, and want to help others achieve that boost in their lives, no matter whether they are in elementary school or preparing for college. Soon to receive a double major in Drama (Stage Management) and Psychology from Syracuse University, my wide range of interests and achievements have enabled me to...
Education & Certification
Syracuse University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Francesca: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...be okay and to work with them in a reduced-stress environment. My top three goals are to give students skills to succeed in life, to help them manage stress during this trying time in their lives, and to give them guidance for future success. My biggest joy in tutoring comes from working with students to figure out what works best for them and building relationships with them. Tutoring to me isn't just about giving information...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Economics, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
Caitlin: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...set out to forge a new path for myself in the virtual classroom so that I could focus on engaging with young people on topics that I care deeply about: language and literature. Over the course of my career, I have worked with students from all walks of life and delight in the exchange of ideas and culture that comes from one-on-one and group discussions around common themes. My forte is helping students work-shop academic...
Education & Certification
Auburn University - Bachelor of Science, Language Arts Teacher Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Certificate, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Lucy: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...its delivering of excellence of online classes, and I have been teaching online for over ten years; I am excited to match expertise with Varsitys mission and goal. I taught for Trident University, Johns Hopkins CTY, Maricopa Community College, I worked for the University of Arizona, Missouri Western University, Columbia University, Barnard College in New York City. I have a very eclectic approach to teaching which keeps my classes interesting, and the students excited about...
Education & Certification
University of San Marcos - Bachelor of Science, Economics
University of Kansas - Master of Arts, Spanish
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Master of Arts, Romance Languages
Dr. Cheryl: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...fellow Learner. As an educator who tutors adult Learners, I create the environment to empower the Learner in critical thinking to own then synthesize and apply. My role is to empower you to independent scholarship...in essence to put myself out of a job! I also tutor professional best practices in grant-writing, research, exposition, and theology and specialize in AP Psychology (90% Learner AP Test Scores 4+), AP Research (90% Learner AP Test Scores 4+), College...
Education & Certification
Trinity International University-Illinois - Bachelor in Arts, Organizational Communication
Capella University - Doctor of Philosophy, Psychology
Joseph: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
A lifelong learner whose becoming a lifelong teacher through DePaul's Masters of Education program. Lover of literature, writing, and the effect powerful communication has to elicit change in the world.
Education & Certification
Carroll University - Bachelor in Arts, English
DePaul University - Master of Arts, Education
Jonathan: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...in a middle school. Following that, I served as a teaching assistant in a Kindergarten classroom for two years and acted as the morning supervisor for all K-2 students. I tutored a wide range of K-6 students during this time in both math and writing. My favorite subject to tutor is writing, followed by reading. I have years of experience tutoring writing, and alongside the wealth of knowledge I have, I've found many ways to...
Education & Certification
St Lawrence University - Bachelors, Global Studies; Communication Arts
Northeastern Illinois University - Current Grad Student, Elementary Education MAT
SAT Verbal: 720
GRE: 313
GRE Quantitative: 152
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