Top English Tutors serving Oak Park

Jared: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I am very passionate about tutoring and look forward to meeting new students with a desire to learn!... To not focus as much on the grade, but rather to focus on learning and mastery of the content for the student.... After introductions I would immediately give practice problems. That way I can visualize what the student's thought process is, and correct errors wherever they may be.... By giving worksheets and more practice problems. Problems are the...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Current Undergrad, Molecular Biology

Wendy: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I have been a teacher's assistant for over 5 years. I love making a difference in Childrens lives. I specifically enjoy working with elementary school children. I know school can be hard and not fun to learn. So, I like to make it fun for students, so they enjoy learning.
Education & Certification
Johnson & Wales University-Providence - Bachelor of Science, Food Science

Laurel: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
My goal as a tutor is to help give student context for the material they're working on. I believe that if a student understands the importance of a given subject and why they need to learn it, then learning will feel more relevant and students will become more engaged. Most importantly though, I never want my students to be afraid to ask questions!
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
Rush University - Master of Science, Respiratory Therapy
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32

Emily: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...still have a home there that I visit for several months every year. From kindergarten to 12th grade, I attended EFAC (Ecole Franco-Americaine de Chicago) and passed the French BAC in 11th grade. I've continued with my French education at the University of Michigan where I major in Creative Writing. Outside of French, my interests are writing, playing music, drawing/graphic design, and most importantly, traveling. I look forward to passing along my love for French...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Current Undergrad, Creative Writing
ACT Reading: 32

Vince: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...Proficiency (TAP) designed by the Illinois Licensure Testing System (ILTS). This showed my proficiency in math, algebra, writing, grammar and other literacy skills. On the same test, I ranked in the 90th percentile in Writing. I taught two years in inner city schools. The first year was Our Lady of Tepeyac (f/k/a St. Casimir Elementary School) in Chicago and the second year at St. Eulalia in Maywood, IL. The classes I taught included reading, math...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - Bachelor in Arts, History Teacher Education

Gabriel: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I love music, movies, and hanging out with my friends. I specialize in mathematics because I like puzzles and learning about how I can apply math to the real world. All of these activities are part of what I like to bring to tutoring sessions because they all incorporate learning and especially how it can be fun. Be it a hobby, assignment, personal interest or goal you might have we do as humans want to...
Education & Certification
Elgin Community College - Associate in Science, Mathematics

Cassie: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...a Global Educator's Cohort Program that prepared me to work with diverse learners and create multicultural academic environments. Most recently, I spent the past school year student-teaching 10th grade Pre-AP English and 12th grade Creative Writing. Currently I teach 11th Grade British & World Literature and 10-12th Grade Creative Writing. I am currently available to tutor in English Language Arts related content at all age levels including but not limited to reading, reading comprehension, writing,...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Reading: 33

Alexus: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...compassion that I will use continuing in my tutoring. I tutor English as a second language and reading/writing at the elementary and middle school levels. My style is reaching someone where they are and adding onto it. I focus on finding and using strengths as a foundation to further learning. Outside of academia, I enjoy dancing. I've practiced ballet for 17 years and dabbled in other forms, like modern and hip-hop more recently. Dancing has...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad Student, Applied Psychology

Pete: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
Educated through the Public School System in Elmhurst, IL and graduate from The University 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...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor

Heather: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I'm an electrical engineer from Illinois Tech. I have a strong background in math and would love to help you.... With positive encouragement.
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31

Barbara: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...platform. My academic journey has equipped me with a deep understanding of cognitive and developmental psychology, allowing me to tailor my tutoring methods to meet the diverse needs of learners. The subjects I like teaching the most are English, writing, social sciences, data science, FAA exams, biology and applied Mathematics from previous experience. I also love handling anything to do with aviation, and tours and travels. Chat me instantly, call me instantly, I will be...
Education & Certification
Indiana State University - Master of Science, Psychology

Sergio: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...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 together with my students because learning and how your brain absorbs knowledge is just as important like two sides of the sane coin.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Hispanic and Latin American Languages

Colette: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I am currently a sophomore at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign working on my BS in mechanical engineering. I tutor math and English up to the high school level, as well as physics mechanics. I was a peer tutor in high school for a variety of subjects, and typically ended up tutoring math for various classes. I love being able to help other students and think creatively about how to break down complex concepts. I...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Kevin: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...performer of great dramatic works, I've appeared in classical theatre across the United States as well as Canada and the UK. I am a recipient of the Tyrone Guthrie Award from the Stratford Festival of Canada, I was named the 2019 inductee to the Illinois Shakespeare Festival Hall of Fame, I am a three-time Joseph Jefferson Award Nominee in my home town of Chicago. I have a Bachelors Degree (cum laude) from Drake University, and...
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English

Anjeli: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I am a recent graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in Biology and a Psychology minor. I am starting medical school at UIC in Fall 2019 and am eager to help my students accomplish their goals and motivate them to
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Davis: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
Hi! My name is Davis Cook, and I am an undergraduate student at the University of Chicago, where I study English Language and Literature. I am extremely passionate about literature and the English language, and both of these devices' ability to increase our understanding of others and of ourselves. I'd love to talk with you about these ideas, and to give you individualized attention that will help you in your journey towards reaching a profound...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English

Susanne: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I teach Spanish and ESL at a secondary level, as I am passionate about the second language acquisition. I aim to teach toward each student's individual needs to ensure that they have an engaging and positive experience. ... The best strategy is to get to know a student and their interests, and then base a lesson off of those. For example, if a student loves basketball, I will use a lot examples involving basketball and their...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelors, Spanish and Education, ESL minor

Marina: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...and Elementary Education in a post-baccalaureate program at National Louis University, which I will complete in December 2021. Since graduation, I have worked in an elementary school in the Gold Coast of Chicago helping in all areas of elementary education. I mostly assisted kindergartners and fourth graders in Spanish workloads. My strengths are math and science mostly, however, I work with young children from kindergarteners through fourth grade in all subjects. In high school I...
Education & Certification
National Louis University - Bachelor in Arts, Education

Jennifer: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
Chemistry major with a math minor at SIU. I have a passion for learning and love to help others learn!
Education & Certification
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry

Erin: Oak Park English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...but thrive in future endeavors. In one word, my tutoring style is collaborative: I tailor my approach to engage each student and create long-lasting confidence in the material and themself. I've also worked with students with ADHD and mood disorders, so I understand the importance of designing tutoring sessions around each student's unique needs in creating a productive learning atmosphere. Outside of academia, I enjoy reading, spending time with friends, and listening to music. My...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Women's Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 710
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