Top High School English Tutors serving Chicago

Kelsey: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...pursue a graduate degree and to assist others in doing the same. I enjoy building relationships with those I can assist, seeing them grow and make strides. There's nothing quite like the confusion of feeling lost in one's classes. I understand this feeling, I empathize with it, and I commit myself to lessen and, ultimately, eliminate it for others. It would be my pleasure to assist you in gaining confidence with all aspects of research...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelors, Psychology
San Diego State University - Masters, Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Yelena: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...learning should be a struggle. Going to school builds an academic base for your future and it sets you up for the way you will live the rest of your life. But learning doesn't have to be a chore. I believe that, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, any problem can be overcome. I believe that learning how to problem-solve and how to think through your problems is more important than the...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Jonathan: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a seminary grad who has spent the majority of my life in higher education. I am deeply committed to the success and development of students in whatever field they need most.
Education & Certification
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School - Master's/Graduate, Divinity
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Dana: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...important a personable and encouraging tutor can be, and I am excited to provide that kind of support to any student! I'm very flexible and am able to offer structured lessons or create more of an informal learning setting. In college, I give writing support and general academic guidance to first-year students. In addition, I have experience in ESL tutoring with both elementary school students and adults. I'm thrilled to support you in your academic...
Education & Certification
Pitzer College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31

Zadian Madhuri: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...at my 10 of practice, teaching was exponentially more fulfilling than earning my third-degree black belt, because as a teacher, I had the invaluable ability to plant and nurture the character, self-motivation, and tenacity that Taekwondo gifted me into the lives of others. Academically, I attended Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) for high school, where I established an unshakable foundation in math and science, studied Spanish for 3 years in an immersion setting, began...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General

Hannah: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...high school in Wisconsin, teaching Communication Arts and Creative Writing. Subsequently, I took a job teaching in the inner city of Chicago, at first taking over for a maternity leave as the 5th grade teacher in a self-contained classroom. I stayed on at the school for the following two years, taking on the position of 8th grade homeroom teacher and junior high English teacher. I taught 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Reading, Writing, and Language...
Education & Certification
Lawrence University - Bachelors, English, Spanish

Jenna: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a junior at the University of Alabama from Chicago, IL. I am majoring in Human Exercise Science with concentrations in Fitness and Pre-Professional Studies with a minor in Spanish. I have aspirations of attending Physical Therapy school upon completion of my undergraduate degree in Spring of 2019.
Education & Certification
The University of Alabama - Current Undergrad Student, Exercise Science
ACT Reading: 34

Karen: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
As a current teacher, my passion is to help students succeed and to set them up for success in the future. I am currently a Spanish at a middle school. I previously taught Spanish and English Language Arts at a high school. I earned my Bachelor's degree from UW-Whitewater. I earned my Master's degree from Concordia University. I am available to tutor all levels of Spanish, writing/composition, ACT English/Reading/Writing prep, and even music!
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater - Bachelor of Education, Spanish Teacher Education
Concordia University-Wisconsin - Masters in Education, Educational Administration

Miranda: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Korea. My time spent in South Korea was particularly rewarding and very close to my heart. I worked with students ranging in age from 6 years old, up through high school. I taught a variety of subjects including ELA, novel, writing, debate, comprehension and TOEFL test-prep courses. I also took an active role in mentoring and counseling with the middle school students, which was a great opportunity to not only help students achieve their academic...
Education & Certification

Madeleine: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
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!
Education & Certification
Lawrence University - Bachelor in Arts, Ethnic Studies, General

Christian: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...and have taken the DAT (required for dental medicine / to become a dentist). I received a 20 on the test, putting me around 85% higher than all other test takers! I find that I'm super patient and very easy-going. Whatever your need for a tutor may be, I'm certain I can fulfill it. There's nothing more satisfying that finally grasping tough material. Trust me - I know!!! Let me share with you what I've...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Bachelors, English BA, and informal post-bac in biology/chemistry
Midwestern University-Glendale - Current Grad Student, Dental Medicine

Leo: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
Hi! I'm a recent graduate from Northwestern University with degrees in Art History and Sociology. I am also a practicing artist, working primarily in the media of photography and printmaking.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Anna: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I enjoy politics, writing, and traveling. After college, I plan on attending graduate school and eventually teaching abroad. I have a deep passion for learning and have worked with students from all over the United States and the world. For me, studying has been a source of joy and motivating, something that has given life value even in the most trying times. I hope to increase understanding in students and show them the magic of...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad Student, Linguistics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Abbott: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...college, I worked in my university's Writing Center as an Academic Writing Tutor. To be a tutor here, you had to take a semester-long course building your peer-tutoring pedagogy while volunteering in the writing center. Here, I worked with students from the first-year writing level to PhD on their writing skills. Because my background is namely in writing, I've built my tutoring style around focused listening and conversations about the meaning behind what my student...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Kayleen: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am committed to tutoring my students and will learn each and every student's way of learning to help them succeed.
Education & Certification
University of Louisville - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Architecture

Gabriella: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...help others shape their visions through writing. Every student has their own story to tell, and I want to guide them as they sharpen their skills and flourish into strong writers. While writing composition is my favorite area to teach, I will gladly help with reading comprehension as well. I have extensive experience with editing articles and essays and making suggestions for clarity, concision, tone, persuasiveness, and word choice. For two years, I worked as...
Education & Certification
Mount Holyoke College - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 36

Judie: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...they can understand a concept that had been confusing before. I coach volleyball at the eighth grade level, and have done so for more than ten years - it's a great activity to develop confidence and teamwork. I come from a large family- -12 brothers and sisters - and like to make people laugh. Even when we are doing homework! I always find out what the student knows, and what might be confusing before starting...
Education & Certification
Monmouth College - Bachelor of Science, Psychology and Physical Education
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Education, General Purposes

Olivia: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I began tutoring as a middle school student back in California and have continued to tutor every year since. So many years of practice has allowed me to become versed in tutoring individuals of all ages in a wide variety of subjects. For the last two years I have focused on working with students with learning disabilities such as ADHD. My teaching style focuses on reframing academic struggles as hurdles with simple and practical solutions...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 770

Jessica: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I teach American Literature, AP English IV, and Journalism. I'm also the Yearbook Moderator, ACT Test Prep Writing Instructor, and a member of our One Book, One School committee. In my free time I'm an avid runner, and I've run the past three Chicago Marathons. I enjoy Chicago sports and cheer on the Sox, Bulls, Hawks, and Bears. I rescued a dog three years ago and he has become one of the greatest joys in...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelors, Public Relations
DePaul University - Masters, Secondary Education

Maxwell: Chicago High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Chicago, IL
I'm a math major with a passion for technology. I've been tutoring in all kinds of math since high school. One of my favorite things is when a student finally understands a difficult concept after we approach it together from multiple angles.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 730
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