Top High School English Tutors serving Oak Lawn

Mary (Madeleine): Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...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 a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about French, International Studies, Politics, History, English, and Literature. In my spare time, I...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, History

Alex: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...origins to 19th century literature and literary figures (such as Herman Melville's "Bartleby" and Oscar Wilde). While I was at USC I taught "Writing and Critical Reasoning," an introductory college composition course, for their Writing Program for seven and a half years. The course's themes ranged from "Black Social Movements in the U.S.," "Race, Gender, Sexuality and Popular Culture," and "Exploring Ethnicity Through Film" to "Environmental Ethics," "Contemporary Moral Issues," and "Education and Intellectual Development."...
Education & Certification
University of California-Riverside - Bachelors, English
University of Southern California - PHD, English

Caroline: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Business and English. I have tutored since high school and have experience tutoring middle school and high school, as well as college-aged students. My teaching philosophy is tailoring my approach to the individual needs of each student so that each tutoring session and overall experience is uniquely designed to meet your individual goals. My favorite subjects to tutor are English; anything related to essay editing; Spanish; ACT English, Reading, and Science; and biology!
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Vanderbilt University - Doctor of Philosophy, Developmental Biology and Embryology

Mahreen: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...value the power of interactive learning and personal relationships. My goal for working with students is to make tutoring a fun experience that will engage them and ensure that whatever knowledge they gain will stick in their minds. I create personalized plans based on each student's learning style, and make sure that they are interested and invested in their own education. My experience with tutoring various different age groups, from elementary to high school, gives...
Education & Certification
North Central College - Bachelor in Arts, Social Studies Teacher Education
ACT Composite: 31

Christopher: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...where I am currently in my fourth year. Throughout my time in medical school, I have been active in tutoring students in a wide variety of subjects. Therefore, I bring around ten years worth of tutoring experience. Through tutoring everything from English composition to general chemistry, I have fostered a skill of working with individuals to help them understand a wide variety of concepts. I am passionate about meeting students where they are, and working...
Education & Certification
Taylor University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology/Pre Medicine

Noah: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...my senior year at Northwestern University wherein I completed my Theatre major and Jewish Studies minor, with a concentration in Playwriting. While I strive to forge a career as a writer, I am looking, not only to break out of the solitary confines of the process, but to assist others along the way. One of my favorite parts of my writing sequence that I completed last year was the opportunity to cultivate and grow the...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Sresht: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...at Chicago in 2 years as part of the GPPA Medicine program, where I majored in Biological Sciences. I have also obtained a perfect score on the Psychology/Sociology section of the MCAT with a 97th percentile score overall. I am currently obtaining my MBA before going to medical school. I have been tutoring since high school and enjoy helping students by giving them a unique perspective on how to master comprehension and logical reasoning concepts.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Sylvia: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...academic endeavors with my assistance. I am also a published author of several books that have focused on an historical interdisciplinary examination of environmental health inequalities in the USA and globally. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Environmental Science, Public Health, Mathematics, Engineering and History. In my experience helping struggling students who are afraid of science, math and engineering has been very rewarding. I am a firm proponent...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Premedicine
Case Western Reserve University - Master of Engineering, Systems Engineering

Lolita: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...every student has unique strengths, and I work to create a supportive environment where those strengths can flourish. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and a deep commitment to helping each student reach their full potential. Beyond the classroom, I enjoy reading and writing, which allows me to bring fresh ideas and a creative perspective to my teaching. I am passionate about equipping the next generation with the skills, confidence, and knowledge they need to...
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Fisk University - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
State Certified Teacher

Elise: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...in Teaching - BA in English - BA in Anthropology - Minor in Spanish (semester at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador) - Professional Educator's License for Middle Grades Literacy - National Merit Scholar - Rochelle Lee Teaching Awardee - 4 years of experience teaching middle school English classes After receiving my MA in Teaching, I began working as a teacher in Chicago Public Schools. I witnessed how the standard classroom setting did not fully meet...
Education & Certification
University of Kentucky - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
National Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Katarina: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...I am am serving with the National Health Corps of Chicago as a Health Educator in a family planning clinic in West Chicago. Finally, I am pursuing a career in medicine and have been accepted to medical school earlier this year. I look forward to being a tutor because I believe in that all students deserve an opportunity to excel in school. I approach learning as a conversation. I hope to build off of students...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelors, Evolutionary Anthropology
ACT Composite: 31

Katelynn: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am a young, vibrant teacher with a strong passion for education. I believe that education is the most powerful tool anyone can have, and I am here to help your student find success and confidence! Motivating and inspiring students is my favorite (and most important) part of my job.
Education & Certification
Bradley University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University - Current Grad Student, Curriculum and Instruction with Teacher Leader Endorsement
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 32

Carter: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am a graduate student studying Natural Resources and Environmental Science at the University of Illinois. My education background also includes an undergraduate degree in Political Science with a focus on US government and public policy.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor, Political Science, Environmental Sustainability
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Master's/Graduate, Environmental Science

William: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...is for you to develop a comfortable rhythm using unfamiliar vocabulary and the ideas behind them. Patience, young one, and you will feel empowered, not intimidated on test day! My method involves students in developing their own ways of learning and exploring what makes sense to them. We all come from different backgrounds and connect with material in different ways. Together we can develop this as a strength so that you have your own set...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 730

Nicolas: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...yet I am the most passionate about Spanish, Social Studies, and English. My specialization is in teaching English as a second language (ESL). I have over 120 hours of training and I am going to become officially TEFL certified at the end of December 2020. I am very passionate about helping people learn new languages and giving students an important cultural capital that will improve their lives. Today, I volunteer as an online tutor, teaching...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Umer: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Hello! My name is Umer. I am a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in Mathematics and Classical Studies (Double Major). I am also certified through Cambridge University's CELTA program to teach ESL/EFL students. I look forward to teaching ESL students in the near future. Right now, I am gaining experience for my long term goal of moving to Cairo, Egypt to teach.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Max: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Teaching, for me, represents the chance to help students and peers find their way to new understandings. This might be as simple as a better way to find "x" or as complex as the next great thesis on Shakespeare. In the end, it's all about finding the heat in whatever subject is being explored.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32

Armando: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...in South Korea, I have always been a passionate educator who enjoys every aspect of teaching and in helping 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 rabbit...
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Bernard: Oak Lawn High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...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 to teach best. I was also a German major and love to help students navigate the language for communicating verbally or written. Tell me what you would like help with and what your goals are. I look forward to working with you to discover your steps to...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, German

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Certified High School English Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
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Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
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