Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Crestwood, IL

...tutoring's a practice so largely undervalued that some people have difficulty defining what role a tutor's meant to play. They're not a talking calculator or implanted with your specific answer sheet, but rather put their focus towards seeing you progress. If time and energy aren't ingredients given their needed respect, however, the process undercuts itself...

...but have a hard time achieving your learning goals. I believe that all learners are unique and have something special that they can bring to their own education. My goal is to help them express themselves and accept themselves for who they are, as well embrace the differences of others. My role as your teacher...

...excited to continue doing this through the Varsity Tutors platform. I am a certified bilingual elementary school teacher with endorsements that extend into middle school and high school in the subjects of Spanish as a world language, Spanish literacy and writing, and Social Studies. I was in my most recent position for five years as...

...a larger society. I believe that students must be nurtured and motivated in their quest to find themselves, their individual voice, and their own belief system. It is my responsibility to guide them on their journey in discovering new ideas and concepts. I emphasize that only through asking questions will they actively learn. My goal...

...of Chicago. Now, I'd like to share my passion for education with young students and budding scholars. While I studied philosophy and Russian, my interests are broad and varied. Having grown up in Dallas, I've lived in Chicago for just over five years. I'm an avid baker, enjoyer of comedy and total dog lover.... I understand that not every student is enthusiastic about their education. But, I do believe that every student, if taught with a...

I am a native Spanish speaker currently working on my Bachelor's degree in Accounting, I have 8 years of tutoring experience both in English and Spanish. My goal is to improve my tutoring skills and find new ways to help my students.

...well as less formal work to simply gain skills and (hopefully!) imbue a love and respect for the language arts in the process. I have a B.A. in English from U.C. Berkeley, but also have advanced degrees in International Museum Studies and Forced Migration. I am currently pursuing a PhD in Geography.

...as well as teaching critical reading, comparative literature, public speaking, and theater. As a professional writer and editor, I coach students in persuasive writing for schoolwork, college application and supplemental essays, internship and job applications, and the like. For decades, I've taught and lectured at universities, schools, and with individuals in Chicagoland and the Bay...

University of Michigan graduate, Paralegal who works with immigrant children of all ages. I have a passion for teaching a variety of interesting subjects and problems.

...goals. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Government and Performance and Communication Arts, and a Master's Degree in Chinese Politics. With a long academic career and lots of experience with standardized tests, I'm ready help prepare my students for their next steps and help them succeed and build confidence where they are now. I can't...

...Writing with a focus in Screenwriting. Since graduating, I've tutored international high school students in Shanghai preparing for collegiate success. While I tutor a broad spectrum of subjects, I consider myself an expert in Essay Writing/Editing and related English subjects. I firmly believe in the power of narrative structure and the omnipotence of storytelling techniques...

...tutor, I develop, design, and implement creative lesson plans that engage students by applying a variety of teaching methods. My strategies include creating games, graphic organizers, manipulatives, mnemonic devices, and utilizing technology to help students understand and retain key concepts. I begin all learning experiences by getting to know my students: their strengths, challenges, and...

...am just finishing my 10th year of teaching. I've had a variety of teaching experiences including teaching middle school reading and writing, all subjects for 1st and 2nd grade, supporting students with an ELL background from grades 3-8, and teaching an English language class to adults. I have a great love of education and look...

I have many years of experience tutoring and teaching high school and college students, mostly in composition. I'm currently employed as a college instructor, and I have a very well-informed sense of what colleges require from students.

I love helping kids learn through hands-on, interest-based activities. I've been a teacher for 6 years and have my reading specialist degree, and my favorite thing to teach is literacy. I would be thrilled to help your child grow as a learner!

...classroom. Not only did I serve as the instructor when the teacher was absent, I also spent time providing one-on-one support and instruction. Throughout my courses and time substituting, I have learned that as a teacher you need to able to adapt to your student's needs. To help overcome this challenge I utilized my strength...

...I've dedicated my career to reading and writing. I have a passion for the English language, and I'm always thinking about better ways to pack my thoughts into sentences and paragraphs. I have tutored English as a second language in Venezuela and Jordan, and I acutely understand the challenges and pitfalls of learning a new...

...I have done a little tutoring, but most of my teaching experience is in the university setting as a TA. I'm particularly excited about biology and psychology, where I have the most experience. I also really enjoy reading and writing. Outside of academics I like to do pottery, play basketball, and watch Netflix (though they...

...for 18 years. Previously, I was a Title One Instructor for small group reading and math enhancement and have tutored students from pre-school age to adults. Additionally, I lived and studied in Dijon, France for a year and volunteered with English students in a French high school. These experiences have given me a well rounded...

...in all its forms, whether it be written or spoken, living or dead, poetry or prose. I have a B.A from the University of Chicago in Theater and Performance Studies and a minor in Classics and I most recently finished a year abroad at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School's International Acting MA. Above all,...