Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

...Speakers of Other Languages). My skill set encompasses 11+ years of advanced experience in translation, transcription and customer service. I currently serve as a professor in ESL Healthcare Occupational. In my most recent positions, I worked as a translator and English instructor for Basque and Catalan native speakers in Europe and an Ambulatory Representative and Interpreter in the medical field. It is important to me to secure a positive and structured learning environment, create engaging...

...rated as one of the top 3 film schools in the U.S.) where I received a comprehensive education on writing and storytelling from Academy Award-winning filmmakers and industry experts. As an environmental educator, I've led educational programs at nature centers in Atlanta and throughout Chicagoland. I am a Certified Master Naturalist through the Forest Preserves of Cook County and the University of Illinois and a Certified Pollinator Steward through Pollinator Partnership, the largest nonprofit in...

...my college experience, and have developed tremendously as a writer and critical thinker. I hope to help students do the same as a tutor. My teaching philosophy is simple: work with students to get them to connect the concepts together to solve a problem or understand an idea. If you can visualize each fundamental point and connect the dots in your head, you're well on your way to finding the solution. I teach a variety...

...finishing up my Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry. In my free time, I like to bake, read, watch Netflix, and go hiking (especially with my dog). My specific teaching approach depends on the subject, but I like to really engage my students in that subject. When it comes to languages, that could mean watching or listening to media in that language or finding a fun book to read. In science or math, that could be running...

...personal 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...

I have taught high school and college level course for over a decade. I believe that there are common themes that students posses that can impede their learning. A key element is self confidence in their ability to learn. I believe in building up a student's confidence as they learn a subject so they can retain the information and can apply it in real world scenarios.... I believe that all students can learn whatever you offer...

A lifelong learner whose becoming a lifelong teacher through DePaul's Masters of Education program. Lover of literature, writing, and the effect powerful communication has to elicit change in the world.

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...

...non-profit among other organizations. I have tutored 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 informative reviews on Yelp, as a style decision. I am a music enthusiast,...

...passion for teaching and I am currently finishing up my undergraduate degree in Sociology graduating with honors from DePaul University and have been accepted into a M.Ed. in Special Education program starting this June. I have years of experience tutoring in all subjects for elementary through middle school age groups. I want to provide your child with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in whatever subject they need help with. Though I can...

...and Change. I also hold an IB diploma and particularly enjoyed my psychology and environmental systems and societies courses. I have experience tutoring students of all ages from 3-18 in Spanish, math, environmental science, essay writing, and more. I'm passionate about equitable access to education, and am currently working as an Americorps VISTA for a nonprofit devoted to environmental science education. I have been a camp counselor (and a camp kid) my whole life, and...

...me. I have been tutoring students from elementary school to high school for several years now, and I absolutely love it. Teaching is my passion, and I take great pride in helping students achieve their full potential. While I tutor a broad range of subjects I have a strong expertise in teaching AP Seminar, Spanish, English, and elementary math, reading, and writing. I strive to create a supportive and engaging environment for my students, where...

...sharing successes and challenges. Teaching in an international setting has made me an effective collaborator. The opportunity to develop instructional units with colleagues from diverse backgrounds has informed my own understanding and guided my growth as an educator. By remaining open to new ideas, I've been able to introduce meaningful coding and technology initiatives into the classroom, and to successfully implement a behavior management strategy that emphasizes empathy and compassion. Building strong relationships with students,...

...at North Park University, I have experience working with elementary students through a tutoring program in high school, where I learned to create engaging and simplified lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs. I believe that fostering a supportive and hands-on learning environment is key to student success, and I thrive on witnessing my students grow and gain confidence in their abilities. My goal is to empower learners by clarifying challenging concepts and providing them...

...also managed to accrue 3 months of work experience within the field of mental health. I had the privilege of working for HearMe as a HearMe listener where I learned valuable professional skills such as collaboration, research, and the facilitation of clinical services. In both my academic and professional life, I have been consistently praised as adaptable and driven by my professors and peers. Whether working on academic, extracurricular, or professional projects, I apply proven...

...are my lifelong hobby, passion, and career. I have taught high school and college students for the past 20 years, and I would enjoy helping you with these subjects. I have plenty of skills and practice with enabling students to read more efficiently and effectively and to communicate their ideas. Literature and persuasive essay writing are some of my favorite topics, but I also excel at personal writing, reading for comprehension, research writing, and many...

...do enjoy math, yet I love to read literature and to write. Learning is best when it is fun, and when it is adapted to the learner at hand. I am always interested in hearing what the learner is thinking because I think a lot can be learned from listening to how an individual is arriving at a given perspective. I taught for several years through an organization called Teach For America, and I later...

...through my involvement as a Youth Development Professional at the Boys and Girls Club. During this time, I had the opportunity to work with and tutor at-risk youth in an underprivileged community through programs and activities. From this experience, I developed an understanding of students and was challenged to adapt to different learning styles and motivation levels. Through both these experiences, I had the opportunity to interact and develop meaningful relationships with students, as well...

...where I am now. I'm currently doing my second year as an undergrad student at Loyola University Chicago. I am experienced in tutoring students in high school - specifically math related courses - but have also helped my peers bump up their standardized test scores. I understand that each person has a different style of learning and I believe that it is instrumental for a tutor to adapt to their style to help students achieve...

...excited to begin working with you! I am a certified English teacher with over 12 years of classroom teaching experience. My teaching background is with students 6th grade through 12th grade, but the majority of my classroom teaching time occurred at a local, public high school. I have two undergraduate degrees. One is in English and one is in Journalism. I also have a master's degree in Secondary Curriculum and Instruction. In addition, I have...