Top High School English Tutors serving South Elgin

Martha: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...my tutoring sessions because I believe that small connections can help students to remember and retain a lesson. I am a firm believer that every student has his or her own learning style, and that it is my role as a Tutor to specifically address those individual needs to maximize a student's learning and growth....
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Global Studies, Minor in Creative Writing

Mercedes: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...student learns. I believe everyone works differently and at a different pace. The key is to make learning entertaining, valuable, and useful for every student. I am definitely not a fan of “busy work,” but I am a fan of helpful and relevant practice (when necessary). 2) Always providing encouragement when it is well deserved...
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, English, Hispanic Studies
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Modernist Literature
State Certified Teacher

Elena: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...class and tutored a high school student in Spanish. In law school, I am involved with the Lawyers in the Classroom program. My tutoring philosophy is based on listening to students work through problems and helping them to spot their confusions or incorrect assumptions. I believe students learn much better when they aren't simply told...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Government & Spanish
University of Chicago Law School - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Rachel: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Psychological Services, Spanish minor
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Mackenzie: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...I have experience tutoring high school and elementary school students in math, science, and English and I love tutoring in each subject equally. Eventually, I see myself going to medical school and researching topics related to viral diseases which I've been interested in since a very young age. I'm very passionate about the subjects I...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Christine: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...to help you the most. My mom was an English teacher and librarian, so I've got a great eye for editing grammar. I'm also a creative artist, so I can also help you with essays and research papers. I have been a public speaking coach for years, so I'm also a great resource if you've...
Education & Certification
Ball State University - Bachelors, Theatre
University of California-San Diego - Masters, Acting

Lea: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
I believe that every student can master any subject if they are given the right tools. I specialize in reading comprehension, essay writing and research papers. I care deeply about the personal goals of my students, and love to watch my students' progress!
Education & Certification
University of Illiniois at Chicago - Bachelors, Theatre Design (minor: Art History)

Denise: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...many kids with unique and different learning styles. I have also tutored ESL with Heartland Alliance. I graduated from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana ( a few years ago) having studied Political Science and Biology. What else? I am the proud mom of two magnificent kids with learning disabilities. I also write slightly less...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Gina: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...answer, but I will do so through leading questions, providing examples, or referencing rules or conventions that the student has learned previously. Students possess the knowledge the obtain the right answer but sometimes have to be guided to it; that's the purpose of education and tutoring. Because education is so monumental in shaping students' futures,...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English and French

Sasha: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...In addition, I have helped students with their writing, such as essays and poetry. My favorite subject to teach is writing because I love seeing a student's idea down on paper and expressed the way they had it in their mind. As a teacher, my philosophy is to inspire students to become confident through gaining...
Education & Certification
California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Emma: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...I am very passionate about tutoring in reading and writing. As a lifelong reader and writer, these are where my passions lie. Additionally, I am a strong math student, and look forward to problem solving together. In math, understanding the process to achieve an answer is what we will be emphasizing in sessions together. Taking...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English

Tanya: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...multiple degrees from Illinois State, Aurora and National-Louis Universities. I am endorsed in elementary general education, as well as Special Education and Reading at the K-12 levels. I find the greatest student success when I work with the student to create custom and fun learning opportunities that meet their individual needs and style of learning.
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Bachelor in Arts, Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
National Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Reading Teacher Education

Christina: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...classroom and the online setting in general subject, test-prep, Language Arts and ESL subject matters both online and in person for the last 20 years. I have helped students prepare for college entrance exams, such as the ACT and SAT. I can teach English, Composition Writing, Reading, Test Taking, IELTs, TOEFL, and other college entry...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Francisco - Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching
State Certified Teacher

Elise: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...can track our progress. My students have described me as kind, helpful, and a good teacher. I have the following degrees and qualifications: - MA 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 -...
Education & Certification
University of Kentucky - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
National Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Arnie: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...their future potential. Writing is the basis for all education: it develops critical thinking skills, encourages "big picture" thinking, and preps students for life in "the real world." Every student has something to offer through their inherent abilities to tell stories. My job is to help a student to be their best self, using writing...
Education & Certification
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Columbia College-Chicago - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Todd: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...real world. Learning is a lot easier and fun if students see the relevance to their lives. I am a very patient person, and I believe that making mistakes is often when the most learning occurs. Specific to ACT tutoring, I use a variety of books, including The Complete Guide to ACT Reading and the...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33

Adham: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...multiple tutoring programs since my freshman year of high school. After completing my organic chemistry course at Loyola University Chicago, my professor hired me as a TA, and I maintained that job for one year until I graduated. I am also a certified MCAT/ACT instructor. Additionally, I've spent over one year as a tutor at...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 32

Rebecca: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...of Illinois Chicago where I obtained my B.A. in English with a Media, Rhetorical, and Cultural Studies concentration. I'm passionate about helping students unlock their reading and writing potential and strive to create a supportive and engaging learning environment tailored to each individual's needs. This means guiding students through the intricacies of essay writing, helping...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois Chicago - Bachelor, English

Nicholas: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...University-Chicago with a Master's degree in History. In addition to history, I am also very passionate about reading and writing. It is my goal to provide the highest possible quality tutoring in these subjects, and to provide students with a safe and fun environment in which to learn not just these subjects, but also the...
Education & Certification
West Virginia University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Arts, History

Florence: South Elgin High School English tutor
Certified High School English Tutor in South Elgin, IL
...of Pennsylvania, respectively. I began tutoring high school students in the SAT and STEM subjects in 2005, furthering a lifelong interest in education. I've also worked with students in the language arts, private school entrance exams, and, most recently, college application essays. My teaching style is personalized and dynamic. During sessions, students typically solve problems...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Newschool of Architecture and Design - Master of Architecture, Architecture
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
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