Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Frankfort, IL

...I love hiking, kayaking, camping, gardening--anything that gets me outside. Just through spending time outside with others who share my love for it, I've learned so much about our earth and what it really means to protect it. In my every day life with friends, family, and coworkers, I find myself constantly teaching and explaining...

I am a certified teacher, counselor, and adjunct professor. I am certified in Social Studies, ESL, Science, Elementary Education, Counseling, and Music! I also have an LPC and NCC in counseling and am certified as an administrator. I believe all students can learn and succeed!

...of experience doing group instruction for English tutoring, and two years of private tutoring. I tutor Phonics, elementary school math, elementary English, reading, and writing. The reason why I am proponent of education is because it really affects the intellectual and socio-emotional growth of a child and is essential to be a quality contributor to...

...students life in some way. I also try to maintain a student-centered approach and focus on what makes each student unique as an individual in order to develop strategies for meaningful instruction and learning. Having information about a students life gives insight into the home language, cultural values, beliefs, and traditions that may affect individual...

...to be able to encourage others to then overcome obstacles that prevent them from being the best that they can be; sometimes, we all just need another person to talk to in order to process and find a solution for our struggles in life. I want to then help you become a better you!... My teaching philosophy is that anyone can learn if they not only put in the effort, but also start at a comfortable...

...addition, I taught Japanese classes at a high school. I enjoy teaching both English and Japanese. I like to teach the basics; reading, writing and speaking. In the Japanese class, we learned how to sing Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer in Japanese. I like to teach things that are fun and useful. I will work with...

...so excited and nervous about this new experience, but I am doing well so far. I finished my human subjects research training from the CITI program on December 4, which is only valid for three years. I completed the 50-hour CTEYL (Certificate of Teaching English for Young Learners) course on October 1 and got the...

...at USC I taught "Writing and Critical Reasoning," an introductory college composition course, for their Writing Program for seven and a half years. The course's themes ranged from "Black Social Movements in the U.S.," "Race, Gender, Sexuality and Popular Culture," and "Exploring Ethnicity Through Film" to "Environmental Ethics," "Contemporary Moral Issues," and "Education and Intellectual...

...student and a foreign English teacher in countries like Indonesia, Taiwan, and Vietnam. I've since dedicated myself to helping others unlock their potential and gain confidence in their abilities. Over the years, I've had the privilege of working with a wide range of students from elementary school learners building essential English language skills to high school...

...spent the last year teaching students in a troubled Italian high school. I loved the challenge of working with unmotivated learners, and several of my students told me I was the best teacher they had had. Before that I worked as a freelance reporter for The Nation, and an editor at New York Focus, The...

...information from the world around us. Knowledge is critical for one's own success in the world as well as a requisite for a well functioning democracy. If you do not have a fully formed internal logos, you are at the whim of others determinative narratives and little more than a passenger on your ship through...

...comprehend a foreign language. Additionally, having come to the United States as a teenager and having had to learn the English language at that age, I came to understand the struggles faced when trying to learn another language and I would be more than happy to help overcome those obstacles along the way.... It is important to attack the subject in different aspects such as reading, writing, listening and visualizing. The more hands-on with the subject,...

...for language acquisition and teaching. Given my background in Linguistics, I have a deep understanding on how to convey and interpret language. I am a dedicated instructor that uses language as a tool to connect with others and build unique relationships. I intend to connect my students with the cultures and values that come with...

...a double minor 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...

...Best Health Feature. I have a B.S. degree from the Ithaca College Park School of Communications (3.8 cumulative g.p.a.). I am not fluent in Spanish, but I did study the language for two years while in college. I'm currently available for short or long-term tutoring and live in the NW part of Chicago.... My approach to teaching is simple: encourage and engage. It's important that students feel both motivated and actively involved during a tutoring session.

...other students by tutoring them. My main areas are Spanish and English, and international-related subjects. I can also help in tutoring students who are writing essays. I am very flexible and I truly want to meet the needs of my students. I have a friendly personality and am good at making students feel comfortable, especially...

...6th grade to 12th grade. I have also worked after school, in a CPS school, with students from the 5-8th grade. I am a native speaker of Spanish and have taken college level education to have fluency and proper grammar. I also have intermediate-level French proficiency. I can help tutor students with beginner's French.... My philosophy of teaching has evolved from many years of tutoring experience. Teaching is the opportunity to share knowledge with students through...

...is when I helped prepare a client for a job interview and he was chosen for the position out of 700 candidates. He was nervous that his English was not strong enough so we practiced his answers so that he felt confident and prepared during the interview. In addition to this student, I have experience...

Hi! My name is Madeleine, and I use they/them pronouns, and I have a Bachelor's degree in Ethnic Studies and a minor in Gender Studies. I am passionate about providing equitable tutoring and education services to any student regardless of their background. I'm excited to work with you!

...their interests inside and outside of school. When I am not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy volunteering through Habitat for Humanity, traveling around the world, and enjoying the Chicago life. I look forward to the opportunity to assist your child in anyway that will help them to feel successful in their work.... I encourage students to play a very active role in their own learning. I provide opportunities for students to make their own choices, solve...