Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Lemont, IL

...third season. I've tutored for several private clients in the past, of a variety of age ranges and backgrounds. I've tutored a variety of subjects, ranging from Science to Spanish. Additionally, I teach acting classes at a studio in Chicago at night. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about...

...for Animation at the college level. And I've homeschooled an 8 year old in the subjects of science, history, sorcery, and storytelling. I'm passionate about art and expression. I take time to ensure my students grasp the material. I'm tutoring English, Science, Literature, Art, Creative Writing, Drawing, Comedy, Improv, Theatre, Filmmaking, Reading Comprehension, and Animation.

...to explore new passions! I offer tutoring in American Sign Language (8 years) for beginners. Additionally, my 10 years of experience in Career Planning (including guidance on college admissions papers), Self-Reflection, and Mindfulness can provide valuable guidance for students thinking about their future or wanting to develop greater self-awareness during this time. Let's discuss how...

My M.A. is in English Literature from DePaul University. Through DePaul's Urban Teacher's Corps, I tutored extensively in CPS high schools and grammar schools from 2002 through 2003. From 2003 to 2006, I taught English and Communication (public speaking) at Robert Morris College....... Learning-style specific, meaning-oriented, fun.... We'll read aloud for a bit and you can tell me about yourself. Learning works best when it's tailored to subjects and styles you like best.

I'm passionate about sharing knowledge with others and working with students on concrete ways to improve how they study and retain information. My background is in the arts and I am a supporter of theatre, fine arts, and art history. I'd be happy to work with you!

...wide experience in teaching both English and Spanish. My journey began with Elementary Level students but continued with adults too. I've worked with people from all around the globe. I am enthusiastic and always adapt to my student's needs or interests. Adding engaging interaction to my lessons, I help my students achieve their own goals....

...spirit of 'you got this' is part of a successful tutoring experience. I see no better tool for intellectual exploration than guided conversation. Learning is best framed as dialogue, not as a one way-communication. A conversation can help students identify their strengths and weaknesses, and find out how to direct their efforts to improve. Self-knowledge...

...relating it to their interests outside of academia. For example, the relationship between popular culture today and 19th century literature might not be immediately apparent, but so many things--from serialized television to pop music to superheroes and superhero movies--continue to feel the influences of earlier periods and forms (like the novel, poetry, nonfiction, and even...

...of experience in tutoring K-12 children in math and reading, and have personally succeeded in a large variety of standardized tests, including the ACT, the SAT, and various AP tests. I am especially passionate about teaching students optimal test-taking strategies for conquering standardized tests and honing their critical thinking skills. I believe that education is...

I am a young, vibrant teacher with a strong passion for education. I believe that education is the most powerful tool anyone can have, and I am here to help your student find success and confidence! Motivating and inspiring students is my favorite (and most important) part of my job.

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!

I enjoy the process of showing a student how a very few math rules has so much power the enables them to solve so many different types of problems.... Helping a student demystify math by getting them to see how using logic, overcoming their fear, and relying on even a small arsenal of math laws enables them to solve many more problems than they would expect.

I'm an Economics major at the University of Florida. I've tutored for three years. I love helping people understand tough concepts and making learning more fun.

...particularly suited to teach include: reading, writing, ACT, PSAT, social sciences, psychology, history, and elementary math. I believe that every student has strengths and can learn how to maximize those strengths and improve on their weaknesses. My teaching style is strengths based and highly collaborative, always beginning by identifying what the student does know and...

...high school English Composition Class. This involved reading the assigned topics along with the students, helping them form their thesis statements and then assisting them in writing a high quality essay. Many of my students used their work as part of the entrance requirements to colleges and universities in the United States. My philosophy is...

As your tutor, I'm dedicated to helping you reach your academic goals. With personalized support and encouragement, we'll tackle challenges and celebrate successes together.

English/Reading/Writing Tutor Playwright and Poet Columbia College Chicago

...so I find fulfillment in advancing comprehension of the English language. Reality is simply complex, so as a part of it we simply need to sometimes convey complex things. It's a skill you can develop for a lifetime and still not perfect, but I'd like to help you along a little if I can.

...tutoring and mentoring children and teens. As a teen myself, I mentored children on the autistic spectrum. To this day, I still work with special needs children, teens, and young adults. I also have experience mentoring low-income undergrads at Loyola to help them gain admission into graduate programs. While I can tutor many subjects, I...

...truest passion is writing of all kinds so, during the school year, I work part-time as a writing tutor in my university's library working with folks at all levels of their undergraduate or graduate careers to improving their writing and communication skills in general. Growing up, I was slow to learn how to read and...