Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Oak Forest, IL

...studies have been an extension of a lifelong love of reading, writing, and research -- passions that I hope to share with students I work with! I believe that learning can and should be fun. Through my work educating high school students on current affairs and public policy, I have developed a passion-based approach to...

...studied Philosophy, History, and Education, and this fall I am beginning Graduate School at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for a Master's in Library and Information Science. I have certifications in 5-12th grade English, Level 1 Google Education, and Level 5 Teaching English as a Foreign Language. During my time at Notre Dame and continuing to...

...there. I have taught students of all ages; children, teenagers and adults. I enjoy teaching but I especially love tutoring because I like working one on one with students which allows me to really assess each student's needs and plan each lesson to their specific needs. When I am not tutoring I enjoy exercising, especially...

...honestly say that I miss it. I miss learning. And I miss the free and open discussion with my classmates. Not everyone's experience with school is as positive as mine was, but I don't believe that learning should be a struggle. Going to school builds an academic base for your future and it sets you...

It is my belief that students are sponges; given the proper tools and resources, their abilities are endless!... To teach is to touch lives!... Ice-breakers and learning through play.... Through repetition and teach backs.... Positive reinforcement and encouragement.... Take the lesson to where the student understands it, and begin to rebuild towards the new skill.... Repetition and encourage reading each night, aside from the tutoring sessions. Get the family involved with asking questions about stories that...

...Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I have traveled extensively and lived abroad in Spain for a while. I volunteered as an English teaching assistant tutoring children at a bilingual school while I took intensive Spanish courses. I tutor a broad set of subjects yet I am the most passionate...

...broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Psychology, English, Literature, and Grammar. I am a firm advocate of education and believe it to be absolutely necessary for one to obtain the best quality of life possible, which will be implemented throughout. My personal teaching philosophy includes an atmosphere where individuals feel safe and...

Hello! I am a graduate of Princeton University. I received my Bachelors Degree in English. Since graduation, I have travelled extensively and have taught and coached for five years. I can tutor a wide range of subjects and am most happy when tutoring writing and yoga.

...(and ESL teacher) in Virginia and have taught 3rd and 4th grade. I love teaching math, reading, science, and social studies. I specifically love adventure stories, Virginia history, and finding new ways to solve math problems! Each child learns differently and has different strengths and weaknesses, such as some children may be advanced in reading...

...sometimes. We are not in this world on our own. This is why I've chosen to become a tutor. My goal is not only to help students, but teach them skills to help themselves in academics and in life. I have a Bachelor's degree in Television Post Production and Effects and have been a TV...

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!

...worked with students in grades 4-12 in the areas of reading, writing, language arts, and world languages, including German and Spanish. Over the past 10 years I have written 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...

...in educational neuroscience, as well as a Certificate in E-Learning and Adult Learning. I am Orton Gillingham trained. For over twenty years, I have served as a K-12 teacher and learning specialist. I'm currently a university instructor. Specialties: e-learning, ESL, ELL, K-12 education, learning and reading disabilities, writing, adult learning, conversational English, study skills, and...

...and learning. To me, education is not simply an act of personal betterment, but one of societal improvement and sustainability. Education, from science to math, english to history, allows us to have new lenses through which to see our world. Mastering content gives us a cognitive framework through which we can process and understand new...

...and personalities. Without strong support in guiding students, students will not be able to impact the society in unique ways. In my spare time, I enjoy using my passion for languages and diversity to engage in bilingual (English/Mandarin) conversations with friends. I also enjoy reading historical fiction novels and playing classical music on the piano.

...years of experience as a teacher, tutor and mentor. My tutoring experience began in high school, working with high school Latin students and elementary-age reading and math students. During my time at Oberlin College, where I studied Latin and Computer Science, I continued to work as a third-grade classroom assistant, a high-school algebra tutor, and...

...East Asian Languages and Civilizations. I tutor in Mandarin and a range of other subjects. My learning style is fun, upbeat, humorous, and detailed. As a student, I've taken coursework in public policy, linguistics, literature, film, art history, and languages. I worked as a literacy tutor for 4 years with preschool students. I loved being...

...the world. I love using inquiry-based learning to make science concepts exciting and accessible. My teaching philosophy centers on patience, encouragement, and adaptability. I create supportive spaces where students feel safe to ask questions, take risks, and celebrate their progress. Whether exploring scientific phenomena, tackling math problems, or strengthening language skills, I tailor each session...

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!

...it's crucial that they receive the attention necessary to succeed. Because of my love of all things literary, my hobbies include reading, writing, and attending literary events such as poetry and fiction readings. I also love to dance and to play piano; anything musical interests me! I am a certified Francophile: French food, movies, and...