Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Grayslake, IL

...a graduate degree in Chinese history from the University of British Columbia. Prior to this, I have worked as a test prep instructor in Korea and China with The Princeton Review and as an ESL teacher at New Mexico State University. As a test prep instructor, I taught SAT, SSAT, TOEFL, and GRE. Test Prep,...

I have been in education for more than twenty years. I continue to enjoy spending time supporting students outside of the school day, increasing their personal success.

...unalike. Education is a noble profession and all work is honored. I honor my mother who worked in a school cafeteria for 25 years. I honor my father who was an over-the-road truck driver and was illiterate (I never told him I knew). He taught me that the world is flat; no one is above...

...Northwestern University. I am also a former teacher. I taught 5th grade Language Arts and Social Studies at a CPS school. I am certified in elementary education and have a middle school endorsement in Social Studies. I love teaching, learning, and helping students do a little bit of both. I am passionate about politics and...

...abilities, foreign language, math skills and other challenges. I hope students find me approachable and that I will work hard to help them get through any obstacles in the topic they choose to have me teach or tutor them. I certainly can put myself in the place of others, as I have in the past...

...to 19th century literature and literary figures (such as Herman Melville's "Bartleby" and Oscar Wilde). While I was 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...

...MA in Teaching - BA in English - BA in Anthropology - Minor in Spanish (semester at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador) - Professional Educator's License for Middle Grades Literacy - National Merit Scholar - Rochelle Lee Teaching Awardee - 4 years of experience teaching middle school English classes After receiving my MA in...

...English, study skills, and executive functioning. I offer students of all ages learner-centered experiences with active participant involvement and the support to effectively make use of what is learned. I believe that each learner is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to learn. It is my desire as...

...Mandarin in college nearly 40 years ago. I really enjoy using the language to communicate and facilitating the communicative skills of others. My speaking skill is characterized as near-native, and I am modern, professional, and I have a non-academic style. I work as a professional translator, but there is a great difference between translation skill...

...writing to college students. I have a PhD in Comparative Literature and I've published essays, stories, and plays. I taught at the University of Notre Dame for nine years. I am happy to be tutoring now because it gives me the opportunity to have an impact on students' lives from an early age.... Every student is different. Their attention is different, their enthusiasms are different, and their learning is different. I try to understand each student...

I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.

...variety of ages and levels through tutoring. When teaching Spanish, I make sure to tailor the sessions to the students' needs and interests, while also sharing my passion for the language and the culture that shapes it. I like to make the learning fun and meaningful, incorporating Spanish music, stories and conversation. I believe that...

...fun games and activities into my academic lessons, aiming to shine a different and more exciting light on learning for my students. I am upbeat and energetic people-pleaser, always looking for the next opportunity to meet people and learn new skills. Surrounding myself with inspiring and intelligent people is how I aim to live, and...

...English writing, reading, and grammar. In addition to scoring perfectly on the SAT Writing and Verbal sections, I have completed graduate-level coursework and an honors thesis at Northwestern University. Having lived and worked in Paris, France, I am capable of teaching French comprehension and structure with confidence and a great deal of experience.... I believe strongly in assessing strengths, and using these areas of strength and confidence in a subject to master trickier concepts. Overall, mine...

...concepts and integrate their varied ways of learning. I love the moment when I am working with a student, and I can tell that the information has really clicked. It is really a privilege to be a part of the learning process for students. I try to make the learning process fun and engaging, and...

...become my favorite instructor when I am way more interested in other subjects? Passion. His passion was contagious; despite the huge range of social sciences offered at Ohio State, I took Ancient World History and Classical Greek History because of his 7th grade social studies seminar course on ancient societies. When I tutor English or...

...teach all levels of Spanish and Conversational and AP Spanish. I have been teaching Spanish for 30 years. I was born in Peru, but I live half of the year in Arizona and the other in California. I hold a master's in education, which includes 18 credit hours in Spanish from the University of Kansas,...

I am a Senior at Illinois Institute of Technology. I major in physics and astronomy and minor in political science. I'm curious, creative, and passionate about learning and mentorship; helping every star shine bright! I adored the 3 years I have spent tutoring students ages 5-50 in subjects ranging from computer science to swimming!

...Professional Psychology. Throughout my life, I have encountered professors, tutors, and leaders whose role impacted the lives and careers of many people, including my own. Thus, I believe such passion and dedication can powerfully inspire others in endless ways. Although I have tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Psychology, Literature...

...of Pharmacy Candidate with a passion for teaching students. While I tutor various subjects, I am passionate about English, Literature, and Math. In my experience I have helped struggling students read with fluency. I believe that education is necessary for improved quality of life and opens up many different opportunities. In my free time I...