Top Reading Tutors serving Elgin

Laura: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
Hello! I am a certified high school teacher with experience in CPS. I am very patient and creative. I love solving problems and helping students of all ages to learn effectively, understand deeply and master information - especially in the pursuit of learning new languages.... I strongly believe that everyone deserves to be taught in a way that respects where they are with the material and in a way that makes sense to them, and at...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Commercial French Studies (French & Business Administration)
DePaul University - Masters, Master of Education, French & Spanish K-12

Margaret: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
I believe that an education is the most valuable thing in the entire world. That is why I traveled to a developing country to provide an education for the children here. I believe that everyone has the right and deserves an opportunity to learn, that is why I want to tutor, to help others learn....
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Grand Canyon University - Master of Fine Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Corwyn: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...20 years. I have taught in K-12, college, in the U.S., and abroad. I have studied education at Rockford College, Northern Illinois University, and The Ohio State University. Additionally, I have a professional degree from the University of Iowa and an associate's degree from Southern Illinois University. My degree in special education, with an emphasis...
Education & Certification
Rockford College - Bachelor in Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, General
The Ohio State University - Masters in Education, Special Education

Nora: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...have worked as an educator in a variety of contexts, with a wide range of age groups, and know that what it takes for students to thrive is recognition and advocacy for their individuality as students and as people. My approach to tutoring, therefore, is student-centered. For over two years, I have worked with children...
Education & Certification
Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Tabitha: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am a Neuroscience major and pre-nursing student. I would love to share some of my knowledge as a resource and guide to other students out there (irrespective of being pre-health or not) in order to work together to strengthen understanding and comprehension.
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Eliza: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...Language and Composition. I'm a sophomore at Loyola University Chicago with a double major in English and History, and I have previous writing experience with three newspapers including the AJC and NPR. I'm also qualified to tutor Latin and History, with which I have a high level of experience. I have plenty of experience working...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT English: 34
SAT Verbal: 700

Sumayyah: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...have been in the Chicago area for the past 6 years, where I attended Adlai E. Stevenson High School. I started tutoring as a peer tutor in high school, and I am able to help in subjects from elementary math and science to college level reading and writing. I also have had experience in tutoring...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34

Dominique: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...and digital media, and I love interacting with students. I believe positive interactions promote self-confidence and a heightened self-esteem. Tutoring is an opportunity to be a role model, and even in a short session, quality interactions leave a lasting impact. I have a variety of interests: I love to exercise, read, spend time with family...
Education & Certification
University of Utah - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Ballet, minor in Psychology
University of Colorado Boulder - Master of Arts, Journalism

Kristin : Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
I have been teaching for 14 years and it is the most rewarding job out there. I love to help students learn and grow. I have a lot of patients, I work primarily with Special Education students. I have many different skills I can You to help students learn the material. My work is done...
Education & Certification
MacMurray College - Bachelor in Arts, American Sign Language (ASL)

Cavan: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...on cognitive neuroscience and Spanish. I graduated with honors from New Trier Township High School in 2020. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, more specifically Algebra and Calculus, and Spanish. In high school, I was a math tutor at my school's resource center. In my experience helping...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Current Undergrad Student, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Andrew: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...most teachers and tutors in this area are quite boring and my approach to these subjects is very different. Nearly everything in the world can be broken down into something smaller, both literally and figuratively. There is no such thing as a concept that is too complex to understand. Any concept can be broken down...
Education & Certification
City Colleges of Chicago-District Office - Associate in Science, Emergency Medical Technology
City Colleges of Chicago-District Office - Associate in Science, International Relations

Timothy: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...been tutoring mathematics in many situations since I was in high school. I have experience teaching and tutoring mathematics across the curriculum at the college/university, high school, and developmental levels. I have several years of experience serving as a Reader (grader) for AP Calculus exams. I am interested in tutoring in any area in mathematics...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Doctor of Philosophy, Mathematics

Zoe: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...in Peace Corps Panama Education Sector, I have taught at The Collins Academy High School as an English teacher through AmeriCorps City Year, and have tutored multiple people throughout the last three years. I am currently working on obtaining my TEFL certification which gives me an even deeper understanding of the structures needed to be...
Education & Certification
Illinois State University - Bachelor of Science, Cultural Anthropology

Eliora: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am very passionate about helping students become the best they can be. I am not here to give all the answers, but rather to help students reach the answers themselves. My end goal is not to help students through one class, or one assignment, but to help them develop the tools they will use...
Education & Certification
Earlham College - Bachelors, English, Minors in Computer Science and Medieval Studies

Elizabeth: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...ability of each student. Then I analyze word attack skill and preexisting reading strategies that give me a starting point for developing an individualized approach. Finally, my teaching and tutoring style start by utilizing a variety of approaches including phonemic awareness, whole word approach and linguistic based knowledge, I am able to help the student...
Education & Certification
Chicago State University - Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Chicago State University - Master of Science, Early Childhood Education
State Certified Teacher

Brendan: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...of Michigan. In September 2014, I began working as a substitute teacher. I teach students, some of whom are bilingual Arabic/English speakers, a wide variety of topics, including Math, Science, English, and Social Studies. However, my favorite topics to teach are History and Foreign Languages. Whenever I work with students, I present the material in...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, Middle Eastern and North African Studies
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Arts, Modern Middle Eastern and North African Studies

Mark: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...and a Master's in Literacy Education. I have worked as an Illinois state-certified high school reading specialist for the past several years. My daily classes involve working with struggling readers as well as preparing students for the reading portion of the PSAT/SAT/ACT tests. I also have extensive experience teaching students how to read text for...
Education & Certification
Augustana College - Bachelor in Arts, Education
North Central College - Master of Arts, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Aurora University - Master of Arts, Educational Administration
Northern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Adult Literacy Instructor
State Certified Teacher

Grace: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
I am currently pursuing a Master's in Teaching at the University of Chicago and also have a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Chicago. I have experience tutoring in and out of schools, as well as experience as a student teacher in classrooms, and love working with students! I specialize in reading and...
Education & Certification
The University of Chicago - Bachelor in Architecture, Political Science and Government
The University of Chicago - Master of Arts Teaching, Middle School Teaching
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Joshua: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
...in various systems and have been educated in diverse topics. In addition, I molded my life, and university studies to bolster my knowledge in languages, international business, politics and other issues. Ultimately, as an expert of many topics, I believe it is best to educate others and assist them in their journey to develop proficiency...
Education & Certification
University of Utah - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Emma: Elgin Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Elgin, IL
As a current nursing student, teaching is part of what I do every day-- from educating parents on child development to helping seniors understand the pathophysiology of diabetes, and even helping classmates with homework. I love being able to share my love of learning with others, and I hope to be able to empower people...
Education & Certification
Resurrection University - Current Undergrad, Nursing
ACT Reading: 31
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