Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving Summit, IL

...linguistics, and social work, and I have a passion for language and communication. When tutoring, I like to meet students where they are, tailoring my lessons to their specific goals and preferences. If this sounds like a good fit, I look forward to working with you! Together, we can ensure you achieve your learning goals...

...am a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. In my college years, I worked in the Tutoring Learning Center at Joliet Junior College as a peer tutor in Math and Spanish. As a native Spanish speaker, I know firsthand the struggles and efforts it takes...

...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...

...outside resources. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and majored in Neurobiology and Rehabilitation Psychology. I also hold a Master of Science in Biomedical Science and am working towards my Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree for 2024. Someday, I hope to practice a field of medicine that allows me to help individuals with disabilities,...

...I am super excited to share my knowledge of the Portuguese language and the Latin American story with new students and hopefully provide an insightful look on the subjects. After graduation, I had the opportunity to work for the city government of Chicago and a local law firm. Most of teaching, we will focus on...

...discuss books. When Im not working, I enjoy doing ballet and training as a circus artist. Ive been training trapeze and aerial fabric for 7 years, and Ive been performing for 6. I also really enjoy spending time with cats, sewing, and exploring unknown cities, and not necessarily in that order.

...had taken my freshman year. Although I love alone time for my own hobbies, I value getting to know people on a personal level. For this reason my teaching approach is based highly on the individual I am working with. I like to get know my students style of learning and try to make it...

...for medicine and problem solving. The summer after, I was chosen in a biomedical engineering research position where I wanted to learn more about the applications of biomedical engineering. A group of six students and me created the first working program that locates a tumor in the body. I also worked as a conference assistant...

...rote learning. Too often, educators focus on raising test scores with tips and tricks, forgetting to acknowledge that the students taking those tests are individuals. How can you expect a student to do well on a standardized test when that student feels like they're "no good" at that subject, and no one has shown them...

...endorsement, Gabriel is now seeking ESL, Spanish, reading, and writing students for the summer. Much of what motivates him as a teacher is his view that bilingualism and multiculturalism are assets, not shortcomings, and that all children have a right to learn the language of their families and communities. His experience teaching multiple grade levels...

...graduation, I spent time in Cuba, and then moved permanently to Chicago. In Chicago, I taught ESL (I have a TEFL certification) at a community center to immigrants and refugees from all over the world. During this past year I received my masters degree in Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. I focused...

...builds an academic base for your future and it sets you up for the way you will live the rest of your life. But learning doesn't have to be a chore. I believe that, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, any problem can be overcome. I believe that learning how to problem-solve...

...an emphasis in English and plan to eventually teach in high schools here in Chicago. Part of what I love about teaching is learning form my students. They might not know it, but I learn as much from them as they do from me. It really is the best job that anyone could ever have.

...have the right to an equitable, excellent education. Throughout my commitment in the corps, I taught Spanish I, Spanish II, and Spanish III. I also served as the ESL leader in my school and have experience tutoring all subjects for high school-age students whose first language is not English. I also use my background in...

...welcomed." - Shondra "Very patient and very encouraging." - Jessica "She was really the best! Helped me a lot to my work and gives me a better understanding :)" - Unique "Sahithi is just so very sweet!" - Katie These are reviews from the kids that I've tutored in the past. One child at a...

...also worked for more than 20 years as an Actuary and Education manager. I also taught my own kids throughout their school years before they went to college, They are now successful professionals! I love to develop students to their full potential and I am confident I can help in that process with my background...

Hi! I'm Lojayn - a passionate reader and language enthusiast. I love helping children develop the skills necessary to become successful individuals.

...tutor a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, writing, Spanish, and Algebra. I am particularly passionate about preparations for standardized testing, including the SATs and AP exams, and helping students through the college application process. My hope is that the support I provide to struggling students will empower them to expand their academic curiosity...

...need to be provided with the best possible support they can receive in order to succeed. When it comes to science tutoring, my background in pursuing a medical career has deeply shaped the way I teach. I've integrated effective study strategiesdeveloped through years of rigorous traininginto my lessons to help students retain information and improve...

...standpoint of genuine interest and intelligence. This has led me to focus on big-picture issues when I read the work of other writers, encouraging them to dig deeper into their own beliefs and values and looking for ways they can communicate their opinions more effectively. My degree in English with a writing concentration (Wheaton College,...