Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...been teaching 2nd Grade for over three years and substitute taught K - 8 this past fall. I have taught in Indiana, Mississippi, and California. I have a passion for education and setting my students up for success. Education is very important to me. I love finding new ways to teach subjects that keep my...

I am a graduate of Southern Oregon University. I recieved a Bachelor of Arts in English and Writing. I have taught English as a Foreign Language at an elementary school in China, K-6 science with Americorps in Oregon and Idaho and English as a Second Language at a college in...

I'm an elementary special education teacher during the year. During the summer I would like to help students enhance their skills in an engaging manner.

...and most recently, my full-time job has been to coach high school principals around the country. My diverse experiences have given me insight into a wide range of content areas and age groups, from kids to adult learners. I am an avid test-taker and find test prep to be fascinating and - yes - fun!...

...with a Public Health degree. I have always loved to read, write, and perform. The Arts have always held a special place in my heart. During my free time, I like to sing, play the guitar, and write songs. I look forward to tutoring and teaching as much as I can! Please don't hesitate to...

...Spain. I know that school is not always an enjoyable experience for students, so in my tutoring approach I try to create a positive environment that helps students feel empowered in their learning. In addition the subject at hand, it's also vital to equip students with the problem-solving skills they can use throughout their academic...

...to gain by honing their writing, but sometimes we need someone trustworthy to point out where we have been lapsing. There shouldn't be any question that this skill has to be cultivated to see significant growth, but where does anyone get if they spend more time sufficing than striving? I've been a college writing tutor...

...be to assist you in developing your own potential and learning style. We will discuss a wide range of themes and develop learning goals. My lessons focus on how to make the content relevant to your life and incorporate technology into positive learning habits. You can expect lessons to be interactive, cooperative, projects, themes, and...

...dual language teacher instructing all elementary core subjects in English and Spanish. I also have experience teaching adults at the college and university level. For two years I worked as a graduate teaching assistant for the department of Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese at the University of Illinois in Urbana Champaign. I taught online hybrid courses...

...educator is to facilitate the intellectual growth of my students both academically and as individuals who are part of 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 philosophy and Russian studies at the University 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,...

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.

...needs. This includes preparation for placement tests as 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...

...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 Area, and to online students of all ages around the world. I customize study plans with learners...

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.

...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 wait to...

...of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts (Class of '16). I received my Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Dramatic 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...

...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 goals. From...

...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 forward to helping others succeed!

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.