Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Burr Ridge, IL

...I like to begin every session by getting to know my client and discussing what particular topics they are struggling with. I will cater the session to work on strengthening the weaknesses of my client so that they can work towards mastering the topic at hand. I have previously tutored as a lead writing and...

...all around the world. I believe that every student is able to learn. Do not let anything hold you back. Whether you are just learning beginner English, or writing a college essay, or anything in between, I will give you my full attention. I will help you set goals and reach them. Together we will...

I have been a student for the majority of my life and I don't believe I will ever stop learning. I hope I can be a great tutor to someone once in my shoes!

...by my own academic journey, has also led me to participate in seminars held by highly acclaimed institutions where they have discussed and recommended the best tools and resources for English language learners. Through my background in public speaking and participation in cross-cultural communication, I understand what it's like to make mistakes when communicating. Therefore,...

...I have an informal and practical teaching style; I like to engage my students with real life examples which brings topics to life and help students apply context to their theoretical learning. I am very approachable, fun and there is never a silly question. As a tutor I provide a genuine degree of care, understanding...

...believe that liberal education is one of the great pillars of democracy and civil society. If I can help young people understand and assess academic material, achieve their academic goals, and appropriate what they learn to apply it to their own lives and the world around them, I will be well satisfied.

...excited about the opportunity to pass my love of learning on to my students. I believe that every student has the capacity to engage with even the most challenging material, as long as they have the right guidance. The process of learning should be rewarding, and I think that it is never too early, or...

...Adult Basic Education programs. I volunteer weekly at the Nursery at my church, with pre-school children. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about French, International Studies, Politics, History, English, and Literature. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (of course) and am a visual artist working in oils, pastels...

...Through this approach, I help my students to build confidence, thereby ensuring that they can succeed when facing problems on their own. I believe that trust and respect are key components of a successful tutoring relationship, and I treat my students with as much respect as I ask from them. I am punctual, considerate, and...

...sessions to work on targeted curricular goals that are aligned to state learning standards. As a tutor, I aim to make all of my students feel seen, valued, and consistently heard when navigating their challenges with both academic content and executive functioning skills. My tutoring style is one that provides individualized and differentiated supports and...

...and published several books about Chicago neighborhoods, as well as children's books. Writing is my passion and teaching writing and communicating skills is what I like to teach best. I was also a German major and love to help students navigate the language for communicating verbally or written. Tell me what you would like help...

...is also one of triumph. I survived a near-death experience and reversed a chronic health condition. This has given me a new sense of purpose. Every student's learning style is different. It is important to understand this. Believe in yourself and never give up is my motto. I am here to make a difference and...

...what motivates him as a teacher is his view that bilingualism and multiculturalism are assets, not shortcomings, and that all children have a right to learn the language of their families and communities. His experience teaching multiple grade levels allows him to scaffold instruction exactly to the student's reading and comprehension needs. His communicative approach...

...about creating a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel safe to explore and learn from their mistakes. This approach has proven effective in both English and Middle School Math, where I employ strategies such as clear objectives and scaffolding techniques to enhance understanding. My commitment to student growth extends beyond academics, as I strive...

...and support for both ESL and Chinese! I have a great deal of experience teaching ESL in a non-native country. Additionally, I am particularly motivated to support student acquisition of Chinese language skills. Learning a new language can be such a rewarding experience that opens up the world to you, so I cherish the opportunity...

...there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work...

...history, world history, world literature, geography and Spanish. I have experience tutoring students for the PSAT, SAT and ACT and my students have shown tremendous growth in test scores. I have taught language, literature and history professionally for 19 years. My strengths as an educator include creating hands-on interactive activities to help students understand the...

...in Intergroup Relations and Honors Forum. I have been teaching for over 8 years, and love helping students see themselves as bright, creative, and intelligent individuals that deserve specialized attention. In my free time I love riding horses, playing with my dog, dancing, and traveling. I love to experience different cultures and meet people from...

...truck driver and was illiterate (I never told him I knew). He taught me that the world is flat; no one is above or below another. Know no stranger and give freely without condition. I carried these early teachings into adulthood and practice them daily. As a teacher, I do my level best to walk...

...to students. I love students of all ages, I enjoy watching the "lightbulbs" go one when they understand a difficult concept, or when they are elated because they remember a fact they couldn't before. I am young and I am still learning, and I can't wait to become an even better tutor!... I believe every person is intelligent and capable of learning any subject, but in order to use that intelligence for every subject, they need...