Award-Winning Japanese Tutors serving Oak Park, IL

...or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I love to play music (piano, flute, guitar), take a walk through the forest preserve, draw, design/sew clothing, chat with friends, etc. I look forward to contributing to students' learning endeavors!

...over 20 years. I was certified N1, the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, in December of 2024. Japanese is a wonderful albeit intimidating language to learn, but with the right support, tools, and attitude it is absolutely doable. I know how important a strong foundation is- I have a great deal of experience from my own self-directed learning and in tutoring other students at the college level. I'm a firm believer that...

...and college, often to my peers, primarily in writing and mathematics. I work carefully with students to bring out clarity and richness of expression in their writing. Essays are essentially portraits of your character and logical flow, which is often where students are lost, is crucial towards creating a compelling voice. Mathematics is similar; it requires a practiced hand and a clear mental map. I am happy to guide students at any level and tailor...

Thank you for checking my page. I have worked with multiple grade levels. I look forward to working with you to meet all your language and math needs. Contact me for more information!

I am an experienced no nonsense teacher. I am committed to helping you succeed and teaching you strategies to help.

...worked as a translator and interpreter for local government). Born and raised in Washington, D.C., I earned my undergraduate degree in international studies (with a focus in history and Japanese) from Middlebury College in Vermont and my J.D. from the University of Illinois College of Law at Champaign-Urbana. I have enjoyed tutoring students in a variety of topics, including the law, standardized test taking, Japanese language, and music theory and analysis. I look forward to...

...recent graduate from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies with a focus in East Asian Languages in culture. I also minored in business, focusing my studies on marketing and international business. Throughout my studies I have taught a variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about tutoring Japanese. I try and teach in a conversational style, because I believe that this is more fun...

...graduate student at UMB studying Applied Linguistics with a concentration in Foreign Language Pedagogy/Language Acquisition. I aspire to be a university professor some day. I have worked hard to be able to earn 4.0 cumulative GPAs at both COD and UIC and have received several honors and accolades that have enhanced my profession as a tutor. I have also been involved in several clubs and organizations as an officer or leader position, such as being...

...usage and more. I began playing the violin in 2007 during the fourth grade. Over the years, I've played in many ensembles over the years, and can't imagine a life without it. My studies have taken place at school and Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. 2008-2011 Fiddling Ensemble 2012- 2014 Concert Orchestra 2013 High School requiem 2014-2016 Chamber Orchestra 2016-Current North Central College Chamber Ensemble From 2014 to 2016, I was a volunteer high school...

...undergraduate and graduate degrees. In August of 2022, I left for a semester abroad in Athens, Greece. I I then returned home in December of 2022, graduating with my BA in International Relations. I am now working towards my MBA in international business at North Central College. During my time at the College of DuPage, I worked in the Writing, Reading, and Speech Assistance Center as a tutor. During high school, I tutored students from...

...once struggled with, and I aim to create a supportive environment where every learner, no matter the learning style, can thrive. My experience working with students began during high school, where I tutored peers in English and Math. Since then, I've gained experience working with students of different age groups, helping them improve their writing, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. I have also mentored younger students, guiding them in academic planning and study strategies. I...

...your journey of discovering the intricacies of the Japanese language and its practical usages! As a bilingual, native in both tongues and with over five years of tutoring experience, I'm equipped to provide unique coaching and insights on not only the How's and Why's but also their contexts when actually utilizing the knowledge in settings ranging from academic to business to conversational. Tutoring, if done 'robotically,' can easily become a mere item on the To-Do...

...student's individual needs. I have ample experience tutoring and teaching one-on-one between peers and teaching ESL online. I am a recent college graduate, so I remember very well the process of learning new material. My 4 year degree was earned at Grand Valley State University where I majored in Biomedical Science. This degree drew upon many disciplines where I have consequently gained a holistic and integrative understanding of the sciences. When it comes to turoring,...

I am a very passionate learner and I would be delighted to share that love for learning to other students. My empathetic mindset, work ethic, and persistence for success is what I value most about myself and how it can positively impact others.... My philosophies behind teaching are that there is not a single method to learn a subject, but multiple approaches to learning it. My belief is that using all the resources acquirable will lead...

...U.S.A. 8 years ago (I lived in Illinois first and moved to NYC 6 years ago.) and while working as a TV/video director, I started teaching Japanese, mainly conversation. I taught some learners by one-to-one in-person in Illinois and have taught in classes both in-person and online in NYC. I'm glad to help people who are interested in Japan and Japanese. The goal and purpose depend on each person, so I try my best to...

...a hotel and really enjoyed helping guests. I tutored Japanese students, grade school to adults in English. In addition, I taught Japanese classes at a high school. I enjoy teaching both English and Japanese. I like to teach the basics; reading, writing and speaking. In the Japanese class, we learned how to sing Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer in Japanese. I like to teach things that are fun and useful. I will work with you to...

I like to learn new things and I also enjoy watching people learn new things as well. I enjoy running and cycling. I also like to play piano and cook too. I have experience using Mathematica and completed three courses in university that used Mathematica.

...and nonnative speakers, with various goals for improving their English language abilities, foreign language, math skills and other challenges. I hope students find me approachable and that I will work hard to help them get through any obstacles in the topic they choose to have me teach or tutor them. I certainly can put myself in the place of others, as I have in the past relied on tutors to get me through some tough...

...Arts in Clinical Psychology in August of 2021. I am currently a doctoral student in clinical psychology with an emphasis on child/adolescent mental health. I love working with kids of all ages, and have had several opportunities to work as an individual tutor, helping a third-grade child with homework, and as a teaching assistant during undgrad. I additionally have had opportunities in graduate school to continue doing informal tutoring and have served as a TA...

...and give whatever knowledge I have gained over the years in every field. I also have experience dealing with situations in which students are not quickly or readily grasping concepts, and I have developed the patience to handle these situations. Teaching is just as rewarding for the student as it is for me, because I am thrilled when I see others achieve, and I would love to be part of the process. In addition to...