Top Reading Tutors serving Oak Lawn

Wayne: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
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.... Getting to know the student personally. Ask the student what...
Education & Certification
Miami University-Oxford - Bachelors, Accounting
De Paul University - Masters, Math Education

Olivia: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...have a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from New York University, a Master of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies from the University of Chicago, and a Master of Arts in Teaching (Elementary Education) from National-Louis University. I taught Arabic in Chicago Public Schools for several years, and I also have teaching and tutoring experience with students from grades 3 through 12 in a wide variety of subjects. As an educator, my strengths include connecting with...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Middle Eastern Studies

Ali: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Though I keep the tone of my sessions light, I do expect my students to put in the effort necessary to achieve their goals. With my guidance, my support, and their hard work, I am confident that I can help my students find success. When I'm not tutoring I keep myself busy with many other things. I love theatre, and I have performed in dozens of community, school, and professional productions in the past. I...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre with Premed
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Benjamin: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...will. I also love helping students work their way through the daunting task of preparing for standardized tests. I have often found that my past students have gotten tangled in the problems that have been set out for them, and I have always found success in teaching the conceptual framework behind these problems, so that they learn to find solutions by whatever means they prefer. As indicated by my degrees at the beginning, I am...
Education & Certification
University of Louisville - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Humanities
GRE: 335

Emily: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a licensed attorney in Illinois who primarily represents children in guardianship disputes as the Guardian ad Litem as well as low-income clients in a myriad of housing and family law related cases. I graduated from Northwestern University with a BA in Philosophy in 2009. In May of 2014, I received my JD from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. I tutor Reading, Writing, History, Public Speaking, Standardized Test Prep, and am available to help...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Loyola University Chicago School of Law - Juris Doctor, Public Interest Law Certificate

Tere: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a fully certified as 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...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Unknown, Bilingual Education

Rebecca: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a three time graduate of the University of Notre Dame. I received my undergraduate degrees in Computer Science and Theology in 2005 and my MBA in Marketing in 2011. While completing my undergraduate degrees, I was a teaching assistant for the Introduction to Engineering class. I enjoyed working with the students and seeing them master the material over the course of the semester. Professionally, I have worked both as a programmer and as a...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Computer Science, Theology
University of Notre Dame - Masters in Business Administration, Marketing
GMAT: 710

Karina: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a former high school teacher in the state of Illinois. Having taught both French and Spanish for the past thirty-two years, I have had the pleasure of sharing my passion for languages with all age groups from junior high to university students. During this time, I have tutored students in French from all ages. I have also had experience tutoring a broad range of subjects outside of foreign language study. I have a bachelor's...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois - Unknown, French
Governors State University - Master of Arts, Mass Communications

Jessica: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...adults. During my 10 years in Chicago, I have worked as an ESL instructor for adults in various communities throughout the city, tutored students looking to complete their GED examination, and provided health education in various capacities throughout the south and west sides communities. I believe in making education fun and interactive - even when it's a topic we are not thrilled about learning. The more we learn, the more opportunities we open for ourselves...
Education & Certification
Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Public Health, Community Health Sciences

Gabriel: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...graduated from Harvard University with a degree in History and Literature. I spent a year teaching in Harlem, New York, two teaching in Peru and three teaching in Colombia. Currently, I am studying to get my PhD at the University of Chicago. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring a variety of ages and subjects (in particular, I have the most experience tutoring for the PSAT, SAT and college admissions essays, as well as math,...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, History and Literature
University of Chicago - PHD, Comparative Human Development
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 710

Austin: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a hard working student who strives consistently for excellence. I have experience in the field with Computer Science as I have founded my own tech startup. I also have years of experience learning and speaking the German Language. Currently, I am a student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am pursuing a double degree with a B.A. in Germanic Studies and a B.S. in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering....
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Computer Science

Angelina: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...USA. I have given workshops for important institutions such as Instituto Cervantes of Chicago, and many others. I have tutored people on all my subjects, and have helped student actors to create shows from scratch. My teaching philosophy is very "Socratic", in the sense that I do not think that knowledge is a commodity passed from teacher to student but rather the ability of the teacher to act a s a facilitator of the self-questioning...
Education & Certification
University of Barcelona - PHD, ESL
University Autonoma of Barcelona - Bachelors, Drama and History

Katherine: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...of English and Writing. At the university level, I have taught Freshman Composition (Argument, Research, Evaluation, Critique, Analysis, Synthesis), Creative Writing, and Creative Non-fiction, Literature, Film, and Cultural Awareness. I often work one-on-one with students for assignments in my own classes, but also for writing assignments they have in other courses. I have also taught several summer school courses on ACT and SAT Test Preparation. I taught courses on how to successfully write the essay...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, English & French
Arizona State University - Masters, Creative Writing

David: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a current student at Concordia University Chicago. Personally, I believe that we are all different. Despite our learning differences, everyone is granted an equal education and being an equal teacher entitles us to accept our own biases. In order to become positive people, as well as effective teachers and students, we must work together to obtain a better understanding of our world through effective education. It takes education and applicable knowledge to become a...
Education & Certification
Concordia University-Chicago - Current Undergrad, Secondary Education English

Isabella: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am determined to teaching everyone in the way they learn best, not just one way.
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Kim: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...have 7 years of experience teaching fifth and sixth graders in Math, Reading, and English. I have also spent the past 7 summers tutoring students in grades K-7. I have a B.A. degree in Elementary Education from Millikin University with a middle school endorsement in Math. I have a Master's degree from Concordia University in Curriculum and Instruction and have completed classes toward a certification in special education. My passion is Mathematics. I believe instilling...
Education & Certification
Millikin University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Concordia University-Ann Arbor - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
State Certified Teacher

Rachel: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...graduate of Goshen College--a liberal arts college in northern Indiana--where I studied English and Secondary Education. Since graduation, I have taught high school English, taught 5th and 6th grade Art, tutored elementary and middle school students, worked and taught at an orphanage in Cambodia, and am currently working in a 5th grade classroom. While I tutor a wide-range of subjects, I most enjoy teaching English, Literature, Math, and Art. When I am not teaching or tutoring,...
Education & Certification
Goshen College - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400

Madeline: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a recent graduate of the Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis, where I studied Finance and Accounting. While I now work as a Financial Analyst, my academic interests go beyond my fields of study; I also enjoy Writing, History, and French (among other subjects). I have always enjoyed working with and teaching others: in high school, I spent three years as a math and reading tutor at Kumon North America, and,...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 32

Amanda: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am a passionate educator who has worked with students for over 10 years. When I am able to work with a student and see growth not only in what they are capable of, but their own confidence as a learner, I feel like the work I have done means something.
Education & Certification
North Central College - Bachelors, Communications, Education
National Louis University - Masters, Reading Specialist

Shelby: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I enjoy working one on one with students to increase their understanding, learning and confidence. I like to use different methods of teaching, depending on the individual and their strengths. I am an advocate for determination, organization, and hard work in approaching learning and achieving success in school. ... In a first session, I talk with students about what they are struggling with most and any concerns they may have initially.... I work with students to...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Carnegie Mellon University - Master of Science, Public Policy and Management
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 34
Private Reading Tutoring in Oak Lawn, IL
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Your child's ability to read affects every aspect of their life, from school and employment, to their self-esteem and confidence. Learning vocabulary and exactly how to summarize might seem tedious. Some students get bored, so it appears like they are learning slower. Others have real difficulty with comprehension. If there is any sign of your child falling behind, or perhaps you just wish to keep them on track, Varsity Tutors could help you find an independent, expert reading tutor in Oak Lawn, IL, who can design a study plan suited to their individual needs.
A tutor can address accuracy, compound words, and the ability to make inferences on your child's time. Classes and after-school activities will not get in the way. That is because tutors are flexible. They can meet after school, in the evening, or on a Saturday or Sunday. The capacity to travel means your child's tutor can meet with them in person at a library or in the comfort of their home. In some cases, remote lessons may be conducted online, in which your student and their Oak Lawn tutor meet face-to-face to work on reading using our live learning platform.
By working at your child's pace, and not speeding past tough topics or dragging on others they already know, their tutor can build motivation. If your child is familiar with blended vowels, their tutor won't waste time on them. On the other hand, if your child needs help finding the main idea of a paragraph, their tutor can take all the time necessary to help them understand the concept. The sessions are specifically focused on your child's needs. If you are looking for a reading tutor in Oak Lawn, IL, the educational directors at Varsity Tutors will be happy to help connect your child with the right instructor.
It takes some students longer than others to put the pieces together and understand comprehension. Being slightly behind is an opportunity to receive targeted instruction that might include alternative teaching methods. Best of all, their tutor can try to calm your child's anxiety towards reading, and help them develop a newfound level of confidence, which is vital for your child to being able to learn new things. A one-size-fits-all method does not always do the trick. An expert reading tutor in Oak Lawn could give your child the opportunity to learn concepts little by little, until they thoroughly comprehend the subject.
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