Top High School English Tutors serving Oak Forest

Billy: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...a nearby alternative school. These divergent experiences paired with the extensive traveling that a life in music has afforded me has helped shape an understanding that people learn, appreciate, and develop their skills differently. There are fewer experiences more rewarding than recognizing one's learning style and working with them to further their knowledge and skill...
Education & Certification
The University of South Dakota - Bachelor of Science, English Education, Minor in Speech Education
State Certified Teacher

Grace: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...of Chicago and also have a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Chicago. I have experience tutoring in and out of schools, as well as experience as a student teacher in classrooms, and love working with students! I specialize in reading and writing support (standardized testing/academic support). I am also pursuing an algebra...
Education & Certification
The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Architecture, Political Science and Government
The University of Chicago - Master of Arts Teaching, Middle School Teaching
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Gaurav: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...to earn my Master's of Science in Biotechnology from Rush University and started to share this passion and energy of mine with others. Before starting my PhD, I decided I wanted to share science with the world and began my first scientific media project, Biolitics podcast and Biolitics.org. I left my PhD a few months...
Education & Certification
University of Miami - Bachelors, Biology & Philosophy
Rush University - Masters, Biotechnology

Gabriella: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...they take. I also am a health coach for other Boston College students on campus. Education and personal growth are my two main passions, so as a tutor I aim to have students enjoy and fully understand what they are learning to the point that they could teach it back to me. In addition to...
Education & Certification
Boston College - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Math: 700

Alexandra: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University, respectively. While I'm very focused on economics and non-market risk mitigation currently, I remain interested in keeping my knowledge up to date in all fields from sciences to history to test prep. My philosophy in tutoring is to be as student focused as possible to help you learn...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Current Undergrad, Economic Consulting, Public Policy Analysis, Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36

Emily: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...through Literature, I specialize in all stuff that's hard, long, and confusing (or ::cough, cough:: boring)...especially Beowulf, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and poetry. I can also translate Classical Latin and read Middle English. I'm flexible, adaptable, and eager to help you become the best writer and speaker you can be (or at the very least pass your...
Education & Certification
University of Montana - Bachelors, English Literature & Languages

Susan: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...student success has also come through a gradual release method that I use as a framework for my lessons. This includes modeling, guided practice, independent practice and a wrap-up closure. Working 1:1 gives me the opportunity to deeply differentiate to my students' specific needs. I have experience teaching students with dyslexia and dysgraphia. As I...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Saint Xavier University - Master of Science, Teaching and Leadership

Jack: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...writing and communication skills in general. Growing up, I was slow to learn how to read and write and it felt so frustrating; I wrote so hard and so fast my work was entirely illegible. Since then, writing has become a personal, creative, and academic outlet for me and I want to share my passion...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Verbal: 800

Olivia: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...U.S. History, I tutored students in the formulaic writing required for DBQs, SAQs and LEQs. I'm an accomplished creative writer, I've received several awards and spend a majority of my free time working on various writing projects. In literature, we frequently discuss the author's "voice". I believe that writing is an excellent way for a...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English

Paige: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...to be completed in 2021. I have worked as a tutor at my university's writing center for the last two years, collaborating with students on a variety of different written works. I find that helping students to develop their voices through writing is one of the most rewarding things in the world.
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English
DePaul University - Master of Arts, English
GRE: 313

Sasha: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...was not strong enough so we practiced his answers so that he felt confident and prepared during the interview. In addition to this student, I have experience preparing students for ESL exams such as TOEFL and IELTS and use resources such as practice exams. Also, I have worked with students to improve their conversation skills,...
Education & Certification
California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Marissa: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
I've always enjoyed tutoring as a way to express my love of writing and math. I'm excited to help and meet some families in my neighborhood!
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Broadcast Journalism
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 36

John: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...fun and interesting. In college, I was a part time tutor for our university's tutoring center, tutoring other college students and helping them with their language and writing skills. I have also participated in various after-school tutoring programs and standardized-test tutoring programs. Education is important to me, and it is important to always keep in...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education

Ameen: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...in high school and earned the title of AP Scholar twice. I tutor a variety of subjects, with Math, Science, and English because I find satisfaction in guiding students through the practice-oriented nature of Math, the continual discovery in Science, and the creative expression allowed by English My teaching philosophy centers on student-centric approaches, prioritizing...
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, General

Nicole: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...conversation. My strong foundation in English and experience with academic writing also allows me to support students in everything from reading comprehension to essay writing. In addition to Spanish and English, I also tutor Public Speaking, a subject I've developed a deep appreciation for through presentations, leadership experiences, and community involvement. I believe public speaking...
Education & Certification
College of DuPage - Associate in Science, Business Administration and Management
DePaul University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management

Eleanor: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...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 in the classroom, building a relationship with all of my students based on mutual respect and a love of...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, East Asian Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Felicia: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...is to work hard and have fun. I enjoy helping others achieve and surpass their own personal goals. I aim to motivate students while teaching them to be intrinsically motivated through challenging yet supportive lessons and assignments. While at Northwestern, I conducted research in microgravity with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. My photo...
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government
Northwestern University - Current Grad Student, Pre-medicine post baccalaureate certificate

Mira: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...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 teaching that adapts to each individual students needs and learning style. I am excited to work with students to strengthen their analytical writing and reading skills, and to give them strategies...
Education & Certification
Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 800

Rachel: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...independently, thus gaining confidence as well as academic and leadership capabilities. The homework for subjects I am most confident tutoring include writing, grammar, Chinese to English and vice versa, as well as math up to pre-calculus/trig. **Please note: I do not tutor SAT test prep. It is not a strength of mine.** Stay Awesome!
Education & Certification
Benedictine University - Bachelor in Arts, Writing, General
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 32

Michael: Oak Forest High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Forest, IL
...grown up in Alabama, completed an undergraduate degree in Massachusetts, and a Master's in the U.K., I have tutored students from a broad range of backgrounds in an even broader range of subject areas. I have worked with students in subjects ranging from History and Government to Reading, Writing, and Grammar. I am passionate about...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought
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