Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Oak Park, IL

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...so I can make a living talking about and sharing books with others. As a teacher, I am firm believer in students' own knowledge and expertise with which they enter the classroom. Teaching, for me, is a matter of helping students channel the voice they already possess. I am excited to share my passion for learning, reading, and writing with students across the Chicagoland community. I focus mainly on English, Literature, and Writing in my...

...preparing them to cope with the various issues that they may face in life, and therefore reinforcing their classroom learning experiences. I am willing to put in additional time and effort to help an individual student, including one-on-one instruction or additional material on a given subject or concept. Every student has his own unique learning style which needs to be understood and utilized by the instructor. With my wealth of teaching experience, I have developed...

...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 helping others to realize their academic potentials, and I believe that my most important responsibility as a tutor is helping my students to develop the reading,...

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.

...am a graduate of Columbia College Chicago. I received my Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing and Environmental Studies. Throughout my education, I volunteered at various peer-to-peer tutoring services where I helped students with college entrance essays, school papers, SAT exams, and science coursework. I have experience tutoring in writing, reading, biology, and environmental science. I believe that writing and science are for everyone, and that given the right foundation, any student can be a writer...

I recently graduated from Northwestern University, where I studied Theatre and Pre-Speech Pathology. I work with students on music theory and writing, two subjects which can be daunting but become much simpler when broken down. I want to help you break these subjects down, and even learn to love the process along the way!

...teaching and mentoring and have done so in multiple capacities over the last four years, including a fellowship during which I taught pre-algebraic math to a group of middle school students from traditionally underserved backgrounds in Saint Paul, MN. I love interacting with students and seeing them grow over the course of their studies. I'm ecstatic at the opportunity to learn alongside them as we venture into educational rabbit holes and uncover key concepts about...

...American History because I enjoy the content from both subjects. In my experience, my students experience the most success with my tutoring because I used a variety of individualized teaching methods that best suited for the learner. I truly enjoy seeing my students achieve their ah-ha moments, confidence, and improve their grades. My teaching philosophy is based on Skinner's theory of learning- Positive Reinforcement (Radical Behaviorism)! My belief is that every student has the ability...

...about the world around them. In my view, the best part about my approach to tutoring is that "we" get to decide what personal practices will create the greatest learning experience for you. Of course, the final product of any assignment that you are given needs to be exactly as your school teacher wants it. But the roads, the turns, and the pace that we take to complete that finished product is entirely up to...

...helping others and mentoring/teaching -- tutoring allows me to do both of these simultaneously! I have previously tutored students ages 5 to >22 in a variety of subjects ranging from different math and science classes, test prep (ACT, SAT, MCAT, USMLE Step 1 and 2), and college/grad school application preparation. My teaching philosophy is strongly based on individualization: I believe everyone learns differently, and it is my job to identify that and appropriately modify my...

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.

...taught college English composition courses for eight years, so I have a firm grasp of the expectations of student writing at this level. I have also tutored ESL students in SAT prep and college application essay writing. As a former Fulbright grantee, I understand the importance of a clear and concise personal statement as the cornerstone of a successful application. My academic specializations include written and visual rhetoric, academic and creative writing, and 19th century...

...working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college students, focusing on topics like time management and study skills. I understand firsthand the importance of standardized tests as students make goals for their next level of education; I am happy to help students prepare for these exams. I enjoy students of all ages and am excited to tutor a wide range of subjects, although my first loves are math and...

...subjects. My learning style is 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 having fun. While I have a lot of fun learning with younger students, I enjoy...

...CETPRO Betania. I have previously tutored a broad range of subjects and age groups, and I have especially enjoyed working with students to develop their writing skills. I tutor ACT Test prep and English with a focus on critical reading and writing skills. I am passionate about learning and I try to impart a love of learning to my students. In my spare time I enjoy painting, playing the piano, and reading.

...year of High School, so I have a lot of valuable experience that allows me to assist others with any educational goals that they might have. I am very good with little kids and my peers. I like to call myself a people person because I enjoy interacting with others, and others typically feel comfortable talking to me. I am very passionate about helping others, and can't wait to start working with you!

...after school tutor for Brain Boosters. After receiving my M.S., I accepted an offer to become Director of Brain Boosters. My position allowed me to work directly and indirectly with students ages 5-12. Also, I educated and supported all of our college-age and adult tutors. During my time as Director, I gave birth to two boys. After the birth of my second son, I pursued and obtained my licensure in Pediatric Developmental Therapy for the...

Hi! My name is Ryan; I am a recently graduated Mechanical Engineering major from Carnegie Mellon University. I tutored for three years before starting with Varsity, and I can't wait to help you!

...writing tutor for 2 years and worked with students of all backgrounds, ages, writing stages, and capabilities. I received thorough mentorship and training from my supervisor and the Tutor Lingo platform. I love to help students become proficient, sophisticated, and self-reliant writers. Not only do the students benefit from the tutoring sessions, but I grow intellectually and personally as well. Because of this, being a tutor was without a doubt the most enjoyable experience of...