Top Reading Tutors serving Naperville

Laura: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...me when tutoring students. I tutored high school and elementary students in high school and college. Outside of law school and tutoring I enjoy exploring our beautiful city, picking up interesting books at book fairs and used book festivals and taste testing cider. I'm a laid back and patient tutor which I think helps when working with a student who is struggling in addition to having been in their position at one time myself.... My teaching...
Education & Certification
Saint Mary's College - Bachelors, Political Science & Economics
Loyola University-Chicago - PHD, Law

Nick: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...I teach children to play in an after-school program. More than anything, I love to share information and ideas, find new ways to approach problems, and seek to understand the different ways people think about the world. My students describe me as patient, kind, and knowledgeable. I believe that dialogue is fundamental to learning, so I will be asking a lot of questions as well as answering those that you have.
Education & Certification
Ohio State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Ohio University - Master of Arts, English
ACT English: 31
ACT Science: 32
SAT Math: 730

Jaya: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...and I help patients and siblings with homework and reading there, as well. I am passionate about the life sciences and the French language, and I love helping others foster a deeper understanding in these two particular subjects! I also genuinely enjoy algebra and statistics and am quite the grammarian. From preschool to college, I actually loved going to school every day and learning, and I hope to bring that love to others, also! I...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics & French
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Jamila: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...to truly understand the subject material, as well as the confidence level and understand to tackle the most difficult of questions with ease. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I find that a large portion of students struggle with feeling that they aren't very skilled at writing. I firmly believe that is untrue, and that everyone has their own unique style and skillset to bring to the table. My goal is to discover that...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Theater Studies

Ari: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...of their everyday lives into the learning equation (no pun intended). It is always beneficial to consider how various topics and concepts can be understood on an empirical level instead of just abstractly. Additionally, it is always my goal to develop a firm mutual layer of trust. I want my students to feel 100% comfortable expressing any worries or frustrations they may have. All students deserve the help and attention they need to make learning...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Sonjanita: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...their students as the students do from them, especially as it relates to the use of new media technologies. All children can learn! All children are intelligent! My job is to help them feel secure in who they are as students and as individuals; while working to build their love of learning. I am a lifelong learner that enjoys working with Pre-K through adult learners. I currently hold an Ed.S degree in Administration & Supervision...
Education & Certification
University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
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Tere: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...a bilingual elementary school teacher, with degrees and certifications from the University of Arizona. After graduating in 2015 I decided to put teaching on hold and pursue my passion of travel. I have been working as a flight attendant for United Airlines since June of 2015 and am planning to do this for the foreseeable future. That being said, I really miss teaching and am looking for way to immerse myself back into the education...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Unknown, Bilingual Education

Rebekah: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
I am currently studying elementary and middle school education at Wheaton College! I've tutored several students before but I'm currently looking for my first student in the Varsity Tutors platform! Teaching is my passion! I love working to heighten motivation and understanding surrounding schoolwork!
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
ACT Composite: 31
SAT Math: 700

LaShonda: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...The Calhoun School (2006), where I taught eleventh grade high school students. The keystone experience of 11th grade curriculum at Calhoun is an interdisciplinary research paper, which earns credit it both a student's U.S. History course and their English course. Drawing on my interdisciplinary experience, I successfully guided students through research skills, literary analysis and the tools requisite for historical perspective. Another example includes my experience working in New York City public schools, K-12, as...
Education & Certification
University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
College of the College of William and Mary - PHD, American Studies

Dimple: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...grade math and science teacher during the school year. I have been tutoring for over 7 years now. I like to build a personal relationship with each of my clients in order to ensure a fun and effective experience. It is important to me for all of my students to grasp the concept they are struggling with, to the fullest extent. This can be accomplished by implementing a variety of strategies and methods. I look...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelors, Finance
DePaul University - Masters, Education

Blake: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...I taught English as a foreign language in South Korea for five years, and have tutored all ages and ability levels in all core academic subjects. I moved back to the States in late 2015, and now recruit public school teachers for one of the largest urban, public school districts in the country, Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize in standardized test prep, English grammar and essay structure, and all levels of...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelors, History of Art and Architecture

Ilana: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...it takes to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently, so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. While I am not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs....
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Zach: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...grew to love the act of teaching and sharing knowledge. I especially enjoy working on test prep, mathematics and writing as these are, from my point of view, the essential skills towards navigating today's world. I also have extensive background in the higher levels of music theory, which I'm always happy to share. In tutoring, I am very insistent on simplifying and strategizing. There are only so many ways of approaching any given problem -...
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Unknown, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Jessica: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
My background is in teaching composition, creative writing and analytical writing to college students. I have a PhD in Comparative Literature and I've published essays, stories, and plays. I taught at the University of Notre Dame for nine years. I am happy to be tutoring now because it gives me the opportunity to have an impact on students' lives from an early age. ... Every student is different. Their attention is different, their enthusiasms are different,...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelors, French, Women's Studies
New York University - PHD, Comparative Literature

Galen: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...as though it were a math problem. Through this approach, I help my students to build confidence, thereby ensuring that they can succeed when facing problems on their own. I believe that trust and respect are key components of a successful tutoring relationship, and I treat my students with as much respect as I ask from them. I am punctual, considerate, and professional. Entering someone’s home and life is a big responsibility, and I take...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English, Creative Writing
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 790

Oliver : Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...tutees fine-tune essays, read critically, and digest core historical and political concepts. After identifying gaps in learning, I guide my students in a patient and individualized manner so that they can achieve their academic and intellectual goals, utilizing positive reinforcement to maintain and build self-esteem. I'm a native Spanish speaker who has lived in Colombia and Argentina and even published news stories in the latter country. In short, I'm my best when teaching reading, writing,...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Journalism, International Relations
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 710

Hayat: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...and can tutor in the subject for those interested. History has always been my favorite subject, for I'm treated to an engaging story in every class. I believe in a constructivist approach to learning, and will act as a guide for the student to learn, explore and wonder. Lecturing does not engage the student in learning, and will hinder their progress, so I make it a point to provide discussion-based instruction, where the student has...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Education, Instructional Leadership

Micah: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...as a National Merit Finalist. I also have experience working with kids ages 6-13 because of a history volunteering at a diverse range of locations, including the Park Ridge Public Library and Picture Us Different Dance Studio. I am most passionate about Math, because of its close relationship with my course of study, and English because of my personal love for reading. I view education as an integral part of developemnt, and am a strong...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Ebin: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...on school. During the previous semester, my roommate had introduced me to Varsity Tutors. I was curious but I had to wait until a point in my life where I could handle the commitment. Starting this new year, I will be working in Fermi National Laboratory in a Co-op position and this provides me the perfect opportunity to revitalize my tutoring career/hobby. I have always been adamant on self-improvement and this is an avenue where...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Current Undergrad, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32

Eddie: Naperville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Naperville, IL
...with learners from all over the world and at every level of English. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2009 and double-majored in Theatre & Drama and German. I studied abroad in Bonn, Germany, and then lived in Hamburg for four years. While in Germany, I was certified German Level C1 from the Goethe Institut. Language learning has always been a passion of mine, along with traveling and broadening my horizons. In my...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Theatre & Drama / German
Private Reading Tutoring in Naperville, IL
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Naperville Reading Tutoring FAQ
Reading is one of the most satisfying skills to have. Everyone remembers the first book they ever loved, and we, at Varsity Tutors, know that you want your child to have that same exciting experience. We remember how special it was to carry around and reread that one special book. If your child is falling behind in their reading class, or if they are having a hard time reading the books they've been assigned for school, connecting with a personal reading tutor might be the answer. Varsity Tutors can find them an excellent tutor to help them achieve reading understanding. We can match your kid with an enthusiastic reading tutor in Naperville who will encourage them to aim higher.
If your child struggles with understanding what they read, they might need help with their reading comprehension. Their personal tutor will be able to adapt their sessions together to better suit your child's learning style. This will ultimately give your child the best possible opportunity to learn efficiently at their own pace, which is nearly impossible to do in a classroom setting. Their tutor will be able to give your kid a space to ask the questions they have, and to read and learn in a distraction-free environment. They will never rush your child into learning a reading lesson, like theme or plot, but will go at the speed your child learns. One-on-one tutoring in Naperville, IL, can afford your child the ability to fine-tune their reading skills by asking questions and getting immediate feedback.
When your child has finished reading a passage, are they able to identify the type of language used in the passage? A professional reading tutor, who has experience teaching reading to students, will be able to assist your child in reading by providing material that relates to your child's interests. This makes a huge difference, and it could give your child the confidence to read longer and more challenging books in the future. Your child's tutor will care about your student's success in reading because they love teaching and know how important reading is. If your student is seeking a reading tutor in Naperville, Varsity Tutors' educational directors are ready to help.
Your child's tutor will be able to schedule sessions on your child's clock. If your child has a busy schedule, their tutor will work around it. They can meet at the library, at your own home, or at a local park. If you can't meet in-person, they can meet online using our live, face-to-face learning platform. For help trying to increase your child's proficiency in reading in Naperville, IL, contact Varsity Tutors.
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