Top English Tutors serving River Forest

Mark: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...been an English teacher for 25 years. I have also co-taught in social studies and science classrooms. I have a Master's in Education & Curriculum, a Master's in Educational Leadership, and a Master's in Literacy Education. I have worked as an Illinois state-certified high school reading specialist for the past several years. My daily classes...
Education & Certification
Augustana College - Bachelor in Arts, Education
North Central College - Master of Arts, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Aurora University - Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Northern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Adult Literacy Instructor
State Certified Teacher

Isabella: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...born and raised in Chicago and moved to DC to attend George Washington University. I studied Business and Statistics, and now use my degree as a business data reporter. I am passionate about the Spanish and Greek languages and well, being a native speaker of Greek and having taken many classes in Spanish, as well...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Economics
Charles: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...currently a senior at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign studying Math & Computer Science. I have also studied abroad at the University of Hong Kong for a semester, and completed coursework at the University of Chicago. I am proficient in teaching many areas of mathematics from algebra to calculus to even real analysis. I can...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science

Lori: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...abilities and strengths. I believe every child can learn and I promote a growth mindset. My curriculum is theme-based, developmentally appropriate, and focuses on four domains(social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and language). Families are the cornerstone of Learning. It is my mission to partner with parents in having each child reach his or her potential.
Education & Certification
Indiana Wesleyan University - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education

Haya: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...coffee in hand, I love to write and read for hours on end. Being proficient in Arabic, I hold an Associate of Arts degree from College of Dupage and a Bachelor degree from Lewis University. I enjoy being creative and engaging with children as I took numerous classes that involve education till middle school level.
Education & Certification
Lewis University - Bachelor of Science, General Studies

Raina: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...but raised in Connecticut, I found my cultural balance and home in Chicago, enjoying all the blues and greens of the "best coast" landscape. Before moving here, I completed my Bachelor of Arts in English, with a minor in Secondary Education, from Stonehill College in Massachusetts. I enjoyed a 10-year career in teaching and received...
Education & Certification
Stonehill College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Reading Teacher Education

Erik: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...Biochemistry and Biophysics. Tutored Advanced Undergraduate Organic Chemistry throughout college. Years of experience tutoring Math, various Sciences, and Spanish from elementary through High School. I believe in approaching problems from multiple angles, understanding the processes, and using real world examples to comprehend complex material. Will attend Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine in the Fall.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 31

Allison: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...Using my experience with research, persuasive, and expository writing, I help students break down the process into manageable steps. I have always especially enjoyed analysis of literature and politics. I love reading in my spare time, and am excited to hear students' perspectives on literature. I teach tricks to look for and track literary devices,...
Education & Certification
Trinity University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Mandarin

Sophia: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...my help with close readings of texts. As a psych major, I love learning about and talking about psychology and the different branches of it. I am also a cellist, which I have been doing since I was 2.5 years old and can read music in three clefs (treble, tenor, and bass). I am a...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Abigail: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...it can be to not understand a concept at school, especially when it feels like everyone else understands it. For many years I struggled silently in school because I was afraid to ask for help. When I finally did get help, I enjoyed school more, got better grades and had more fun in class. It...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Stacy: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...experience when they feel their academic curiosity and well being are nurtured. It is important for a teacher to model how all aspects of life is a learning experience. I believe it is important for students to understand that learning is a lifelong journey and their perspective of learning can instill a passion for learning.
Education & Certification
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology
National Louis University - Masters, Special Education

Jack: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...read and write and it felt so frustrating; I wrote so hard and so fast my work was entirely illegible. Since then, writing has become a personal, creative, and academic outlet for me and I want to share my passion for writing with other students. I approach tutoring as a partnership in which both the...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Verbal: 800

Farren: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...am working as tutor in a freelance capacity. Over the past year, I have worked with dozens of students on the following platforms: Tutor.com, TutorMe and Smarthinking. I helped clients with brainstorming writing ideas, providing sources, improving writing quality, and developing argumentation skills. I firmly believe that learning should be fun. Nothing motivates learners as...
Education & Certification
Roosevelt University - Bachelor in Arts, English
DePaul University - Master of Arts, Publishing

Miriam: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...of this, I have experience teaching students from all ages and backgrounds. With my youngest learner ever being 4 years old and my oldest in her 50's, I wholeheartedly believe anyone can learn. I have the experience and desire adapt to each student's unique style of learning in any subject they need; from learning ABCs...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770

Clare: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...science. I have been tutoring diverse groups of students for much of my life, and I teach with the aim of reducing educational disparity and helping every student to find their passion in the classroom. My favorite subject to teach is math, as my teaching philosophy revolves around encouraging critical thinking and problem solving techniques,...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Data Processing Technology

Linsey: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
I am a certified teacher and have been teaching all subjects for the past ten years. I specialize in mathematics and social sciences!... I believe that all students can learn! I believe that teachers must create meaningful lessons that excite and engage students.
Education & Certification
Gonzaga University - Bachelors, Political Science/Religous Studies
National Louis University - Masters, Teaching

Jodi: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...long passion has been teaching and influencing children. For 20 years I volunteered in community/church based organizations, teaching and helping the young. After raising my own children, I decided to go back to school and get a teaching degree. I graduated Trinity Christian College with an elementary education degree having endorsements in English, science, and...
Education & Certification
Trinity Christian College - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Leah: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...a process. Learning should include examples of how you apply learning to life. I have taught all grade levels and most subjects. I find students learn best when motivated by meaning and applicability. I believe in active learning. When teaching, my philosophy is to embed thinking skills and common sense modeling, to teach students how...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Special Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Master of Arts, Instructional Technology

Tvisha: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...problems in math or crafting personal statements that reflect their unique stories. My approach to tutoring is very hands-on-learning and adaptability. I believe that every student learns differently, and I strive to tailor my sessions to each individual's needs, breaking down complex concepts into manageable pieces. In my free time, I enjoy going on runs...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Economics

Zain: River Forest English tutor
Certified English Tutor in River Forest, IL
...track. I have a passion for service, spending time volunteering for Special Olympics Missouri, L'avenir tutoring, and Kids Vision for Life. I have a lot of fun tutoring and watching students grow and understand the subjects we work on together. I am comfortable tutoring many subjects but most enjoy tutoring economics, biology, and psychology.
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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