Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Skokie, IL

...statements. Education is necessary for a good quality of life, and my goal as a tutor is to help my students understand the materials necessary to make them functional and happy to indulge in learning. I approach teaching in an inquisitive style, asking questions of students and breaking larger problems down into smaller sections. It is important that students answer for themselves rather than someone else doing their work for them, and I am here...

...interested me is that you can find math in all sorts of unexpected places. Math can help us to explain lots of relationships in subjects ranging from chemistry and biology to the humanities and even music! I think it's really important to be able to see these relationships and to understand the mathematics that govern them. If you're ready to nerd out about numbers, I'm ready to be your guide! I hold degrees in mathematics...

...Research & Writing Award from my department; I love to help students find the joy in writing and literature studies! I also have a deep appreciation for the Latin language, and I enjoy assisting students in their study of Latin and helping them to see the numerous benefits of learning the classical language. Currently, I am a ballet dancer with Ballet 5:8 in the Chicago suburbs. I aim to personalize my approach to teaching for...

I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.... I work with students to...

...a semester abroad studying Mandarin intensively. I have a passion for learning languages, and have also studied Spanish and German for several years. In the past I have tutored Chinese students looking to improve their conversational English skills as well as American elementary school students in basic reading and reading comprehension skills. My favorite subject to tutor is reading and writing because I am passionate about sharing the rich heritage and nuances of my native...

...am working toward my Juris Doctor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. I love sharing my love for learning by helping others reach their academic potential. As a tutor, I believe teaching should be tailored to suit each student's needs. Students learn best from different teaching styles. I am devoted to helping my students in a personalized fashion that allows them to achieve their academic goals. I tutor American history, Spanish, writing, reading, political science...

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!

...in and the focus on during our sessions you will see a huge improvement! I have interactive lessons where you will come out each time with better, clearer understanding! If you're a visual learner I got you! I'm not only going to be explaining how to do these problems, but I'll work them out with you step by step! As someone who not only worked with people with learning differences but has ADHD myself I...

...test preparation, working with students to achieve their best possible scores on tests such as the SAT, ACT, Selective Enrollment Exam, etc. Over the past 4 years, I have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds, from middle school students looking for additional assistance in math and reading to high school students preparing for college entrance exams. I have developed a personalized approach to tutoring, working closely with each student to identify their strengths...

...at Wheaton College. My background as a homeschooler makes me excited about education and about educating you/your child! My experience as a TA and math tutor equips me to teach subjects including: English, music, math, and test prep. I also have experience in childcare spanning the last 3 years. Growing up overseas equipped me with crucial intercultural communication skills. Lingually, I am fluent only in English and Macedonian, but I will do my best to...

...of Michigan State University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with minors in Biology and History. As a classroom teacher, I taught grades 5-8 with an emphasis in the Sciences. As a tutor, I love that I have the chance to give a student the undivided attention that they are often unable to receive in a busy classroom. My goal as a tutor is to help students take ownership over their...

I am an aspiring educator eager to work with students of all ages and disciplines. I graduated in May 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Spanish, but I also have experience tutoring middle and high school math. In college, I spent a lot of time working with peers on their writing in my school's writing center, and I enjoy editing and brainstorming with students.

...working with kids and think it is something I excel at. I am currently tutoring in a number of areas, I am most passionate and knowledgable in all areas of English and in U.S. History. I am also a great tutor for most subjects K-6. I believe that education is for everyone and that everyone deserves to feel like they belong in the academic world. I work my hardest to ensure that every kid I...

I'm a Knox College alumn with a BA in English Literature and Creative Writing. My academic and creative works have been featured in multiple publications. If you have a text to analyze, an essay to write, or a speech to practice, I'm more than happy to help with the process!

...something that could make them happy. It is this reason that I decided to study Political Science and Latin America & Latino Studies in the Pre-Law track at the University of Illinois-Chicago. I have the opportunity to help individuals with their needs and what they want to see be changed in the world around them. This is also why I enjoy tutoring because students want to be better themselves, and I know I can help...

...have 10+ years of experience in 2-D art and 3+ years in digital illustration. I've spent the last 2 years teaching English as a cultural ambassador in Japan and Taiwan. Although most of my career thus far has been in ESL teaching, I am most passionate about social science, cultural studies, illustration, and writing. Throughout all of my travels and experiences, I have held the firm belief that education is the key to expanding your...

...My dissertation was on the topic of slackers in popular film, television, and literature from the 1980s to the present, and traces the contemporary slacker's 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...

...involved in academic tutoring in almost every job I have held, from creating a high school STEM tutoring program in a community center in Peru, to providing individual academic support to suburban Chicago youth involved in mentoring programs. To me, tutoring is about really getting to know each student, their strengths, and those areas of weakness that are coming between them and their highest potential. My specialties are math, essay writing, and Spanish. I love...

...University of Illinois at Chicago. I am currently on a Gap Year and have been accepted into UIC's Medical School 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...

...work with the different learning styles. I teach by using creative assignments, discussions, while also looking at trying to further students' ability to learn in various ways. I look to identify the student's perspectives and prior knowledge in order for them to get a broader picture and understanding of the material. It is important to keep in mind that each student comes to class with their own history, perspective, and understanding of the material. For...