Top French Tutors serving Chicago

Curran: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
As a professional educator with over a decade of experience, I specialize in delivering personalized, high-impact instruction across the humanities, test preparation, and college readiness. I've taught everything from early literacy and middle school ELA to AP-level history, civics, and economicsand I've guided students through the full academic journey, from mastering foundational skills to crafting standout college essays and preparing for the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. My background spans elite classrooms and enrichment programs...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Caroline: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
Bonjour! My name is Caroline and I am rising sophomore studying finance and business analytics at Indiana University, with a minor in French. I adore the French language and have been learning it for five years now. I have traveled in southern France and Qubec City, I was a member of the French Honors Society in high school, and I took level 300 French classes this past year as a freshman in college. In regards...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 32

Callie: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am an undergraduate student at The University of Chicago who received my high school diploma from Rowland Hall in Salt Lake City, Utah. I am excelling in all my pre-med requirements. I am not completely sure of my major, but I am leaning towards a HIPS (History, Philosophy, and Social Studies of Science and Medicine) major and a French minor. I tutored a girl, middle school through high school, in any subject she required....
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology

Lauren: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a first year Master's student in Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Chicago. I am passionate about teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), as well as working with elementary- and middle-school students in general. I am proficient in French and Turkish.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Near and Middle Eastern Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 35

Maria: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
...both French and Spanish and every month I try to read a book about a completely new subject. On my free time - oh wait I have no free time (LOL). That's right, I'm a bit of a workaholic so that means that my schedule is full at all times. I recognize that time is of the essence and therefore I make every effort to be as productive as possible. I'm also an inspirational quotes...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Calvin: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
...sessions as learning learning. It's never too late to start good habits, and it's amazing how simple and rewarding it is to approach one's studies in the right way. For my part, I like to keep things light but productive; I find that students learn the best when they're having fun and when their studies highlight the aspects of the work that they're interested in. Myriad studies have correlated interest and academic performance, but just...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 800

Elizabeth: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
As an Environmental Educator for New York State Parks, I act as a jack-of-all-trades for the thousands of visitors who come to our natural areas every summer. One day I could be giving a program on the geological formation of the Finger Lakes; another day, I could be hiking park trails to make sure everyone is safe and accounted for. Regardless of what I'm doing on any given day, one of the key components of...
Education & Certification
Illinois Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Studies

Omar: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I look forward to see my students get from the point of being lost to the uh-huh moment. I specialize in math based subjects where I enjoy to see how simple math and in some cases - a little complex :) can solve world problems from economics to engineering , etc. I believe that once students realize the application of math in real life, they will strive to become excellent in the subject.
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Stephany: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I will soon be a graduate from Northeastern Illinois University with my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Linguistics. I was granted the opportunity to teach English abroad in Granada, Spain with Pre-K to 12th grade students in the academy of Santo Tomas de Villanueva-Agustinos Granada. We all have our academic struggles, however, perseverance will lead you into conquering those obstacles. It's important to acknowledge we all have different cognitive levels of comprehension and with...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Current Undergrad, Sociology and Linguistics

Jenny: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
...a teacher for 17 years, teaching in many different countries. I have taught people of all ages and I love teaching language and literature. I believe that it is most important to make learning fun and engaging. I always make sure the lesson is student centered. Students have a choice and their opinions are important. I enjoy traveling and learning about new places. I love new experiences and enjoy being a student myself by learning...
Education & Certification
Toccoa Falls College - Bachelor in Arts, Cultural Anthropology
The Masters College and Seminary - Master of Arts, Communication, General

Aaron: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am most happy when I am actively learning, sharing, and growing with others. My favorite job I have had, and the one I was probably best at, was another teaching/mentorship role as camp counselor for 4 summers. I worked with all ages from 8 to 15 but mostly got to know campers ages 12 to 14. I graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelor of Science in Human and Organizational Development in 2017. Most...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Organizational Behavior Studies
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 790

Araxie: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a student at the University of Chicago, and am majoring in Anthropology and Linguistics. I graduated from Whitney Young High School and tutored students there in French. I am currently learning Armenian, my fourth language, and I love tutoring foreign languages because I love helping students discover the ins and outs of a new language and culture. I also have experience tutoring elementary school students in reading, writing, and math through 826CHI's After...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad Student, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Malcolm: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I'm an English grammar and writing tutor. People come to me for help with grammar and spelling errors, and ideas. It is my passion to write. Anyone who is seeking help in any of these areas, I am available to assist. If you have a need to practice Spanish conversation, I am a resource for all levels.
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Allison: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
My name is Allison, I am 22 years old and a recent graduate from Georgia Tech. I majored in Industrial and Systems Engineering and graduated with a 3.5. I specialize in Math, Computer Science, Languages, and Standardized Testing.
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450
SAT Math: 730
SAT Writing: 710

Julie: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
...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! I've taken the LSAT and GRE; my scores were good enough to get into some pretty great schools, along with some scholarship money. I believe everyone is capable of achieving their academic goals! In my free time, I love to rock climb, and...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Relay Graduate School of Education - Certificate, Educational Administration
LSAT: 169

Jennifer: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I have my Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts Painting and a minor degree in English Literature. After University I moved to Rome, Italy to dedicate myself to painting and started tutoring French and English as a Second Language. In 1985, I moved North to Bolzano Italy, where I started teaching High School English and English Literature, and since then continued teaching until I moved back to Chicago in April 2017 to be my mother's caregiver. In...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Fine and Studio Arts Management

Nicole: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
Language is my life , my passion and my work. French is my native language growing up in France and, as an adult I lived 7 years in Colombia. I am certified to teach both French and Spanish languages for K-12 . I have an extended experience teaching in middle schools and high schools and also in private settings for kids, adults and corporate. In my classes , you won't feel you study the language,...
Education & Certification
University La Sorbonne - Bachelor in Arts, History
National Louis University - Certificate, French Teacher Education

Bernadette: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a Swiss qualified attorney and interpreter (German-English) who recently moved to Chicago. Languages have always been my passion and I would be happy to share this passion with you by being your German or French tutor.
Education & Certification
Universit de Fribourg Universitt Freiburg - Bachelor of Laws, Prelaw Studies
Universit de Fribourg Universitt Freiburg - Master of Laws, Law Enforcement Investigation and Interviewing

Laura: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
...teaching high school French for the past 4 years (levels 1 - AP) and working/volunteering in schools 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 tutoring background. Thank...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, French Teacher Education

Abhinav: Chicago French tutor
Certified French Tutor in Chicago, IL
I love math and want to develop an ever-growing passion and constant curiosity for math in my students.
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Engineering, General
ACT Composite: 34
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 800
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