Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Campton Hills, IL

...young people on topics that I care deeply about: language and literature. Over the course of my career, I have worked with students from all walks of life and delight in the exchange of ideas and culture that comes from one-on-one and group discussions around common themes. My forte is helping students work-shop academic and...

...them and help them search for new things to learn. I want students to actually enjoy reading and writing as much as I want them to reach their full academic potential. I have a master's in English Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago and an Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed for middle and...

...including a recent vacation on Boracay Island. I enjoy exploring other countries with the local residents whenever possible. It's a good way to get away from the tourist traps. TEACHING EXPERIENCE: For nearly 2-1/2 years, I taught English 1 on 1 to business professionals in Taiwan. The focus was helping them perform their jobs more efficiently...

...not just to help students with a tough class or a standardized test, but also to teach them learning skills they can apply to the next challenge. When you work with me, we're not just practicing algebra (or whatever); we're practicing the kinds of behaviors that will help you succeed in future math classes. I...

...of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics and Literature. Test Prep is also a wonderful time of expanding how students think and a great opportunity for encouragement and fun. I truly believe that helping students acquire the skills to be lifelong learners and helping them to see how education along with their personal interests...

...have taught, I am most passionate about teaching reading/writing and college access. As a first-generation college student, my path to attending university was not straightforward, and as a result of everything I had to learn (and unlearn), I am determined to support students in setting and reaching their post-secondary goals. An integral part of my...

...teaching is what I like to call "lightbulb moments", which are moments when a student finally understands something they've been struggling with, and it's as though a little lightbulb goes off in their minds. These moments are what motivate me to do my job and put a smile on my face every day.... I believe in using constructivist methods in my teaching, which means that students are actively involved in what they're learning. Through my teaching,...

...summer utilizing proteomics for cancer research, and currently hold a research position at USC in personalizing CAR T-cell therapy for cancer patients. I am also quite involved in researching free septal perichondrium grafting for rhinoplasty at USC. Due to my interest and background in science, I really, really enjoy tutoring STEM-related subjects, although I also...

...lived in Hong Kong for more than a year and taught English to both children and adults from all over the world. I love teaching and it gives me great joy to see students of any age learn! After all, we are all students each day of our lives. The gaining of knowledge and experience...

...intern for a sophomore honors English class. I love working with students who are preparing for tests or college admissions because it gives me an opportunity to impart my knowledge of the college application process to others and empathize with them on all their concerns. I believe that education and critical thinking are key to...

...students both young and old reach their potential in their targeted areas. Being a lifelong learner myself, I have recently pivoted to a career in cybersecurity where I work as a cybersecurity analyst. I am proof that one is never too old to pursue their interests, and I am happily learning daily about the never-ending...

...dancing! I have had many years of tutoring students of all ages. In high school, I spent 3 years tutoring high school students in math, reading and science after school and during lunch periods. In college, I was part of a fraternity in which I got the opportunity to tutor students from K-9.

...which I will attend next year. Overall, I've taken a total of 14 AP classes and achieved a 35 and 1570 on the ACT and SAT respectively. Furthermore, I have earned the title of National Merit Finalist by scoring well on the PSAT. I have worked in many different clubs and have tutored a wide...

...who were in college and with Breakthrough, and the staff who had been with those kids for years gave me a wonderful perspective on what education looks like for many across the country, and solidified the importance of a holistic education system. I hope to bridge this passion with my architectural background in the near...

...Nepal; on the African continent, Benin, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania; also Ireland, U.K. and continental Europe.) I have taught high school (Chicago) and served as Director of a Chicago Learning Center overseeing GED, ESL and Adult Basic Education programs. I volunteer weekly at the Nursery at my church, with pre-school children. While I tutor...

...fit that unique period of development. Aside from this, I love writing and editing others' written works. In High School I was the Managing Editor of my school newspaper, and I worked at a variety of publications including the Cal Alumni Magazine and a Cuban Travel blog throughout college. Today, I edit on a freelance...

...table and I embrace the challenge of trying out different approaches and strategies until the student finds out what "clicks." That is the point at which the student has developed a method for taking in, synthesizing and manifesting understanding of virtually any topic and sets a path for academic and professional success.

...I tutor because my experiences have shown me that I too have the ability to help students gain long-lasting academic achievement and the tools that will help them on their path long after I'm around. I want to help them sharpen the tools in their arsenal for a life of confidence. I want to take...

...Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, and English Language, among others. In my tutoring approach, I prioritize patience, adaptability, and practice. Understanding that every student learns differently, I tailor my methods to suit their individual needs and learning styles. Whether simplifying complex concepts or providing extra practice, I'm committed to supporting each student on their educational journey. Outside...

...to the Illinois Shakespeare Festival Hall of Fame, I am a three-time Joseph Jefferson Award Nominee in my home town of Chicago. I have a Bachelors Degree (cum laude) from Drake University, and have have continued studies at Connecticut College and the Eugene O'Neil Theatre Center in Waterford. I was also a member of Stratford...