Top Reading Tutors serving Oak Lawn
Dr. Cheryl: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...and lifelong Learner, I apply my education to real life. Background in leadership of NPO's, working with horses as healers, counseling and emergency management. I look forward to getting to know you as a curious and generative fellow Learner. As an educator who tutors adult Learners, I create the environment to empower the Learner in critical thinking to own then synthesize and apply. My role is to empower you to independent scholarship...in essence to put myself...
Education & Certification
Trinity International University-Illinois - Bachelor in Arts, Organizational Communication
Capella University - Doctor of Philosophy, Psychology

Crystal: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...an online ESL and ELA tutor with five years of experience working with students in those subject areas, I can help students. I am quite thrilled about the possibility of using Varsity Tutors to put my previous work experience and abilities to good use. This experience has given me the opportunity to connect with children whose skills span a wide range and to help them in the classes and activities they participate in. In addition,...
Education & Certification
Kaplan University-Cedar Falls Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education

Sonja: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Hello! I am a graduate of Princeton University. I received my Bachelors Degree in English. Since graduation, I have travelled extensively and have taught and coached for five years. I can tutor a wide range of subjects and am most happy when tutoring writing and yoga.
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Kara: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...back to school, and am now in nursing school. I graduate in December 2025! The subjects I'll be tutoring are anatomy/physiology, biology, biomechanics, and kinesiology. These subjects I am extremely passionate and familiar with. I'm proud to say that my department chair of my undergraduate program recommended me as a kinesiology tutor. My approach to teaching is to stay organized, focused, but keeping it a safe and simple space with some flexibility in terms of...
Education & Certification
Elmhurst College - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Amanda: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I have been a tutor for almost a decade! I started tutoring when I was a senior in high school at my local middle school then continued tutoring through my undergraduate career. I love tutoring math and English. I am currently in my second year of law school, but teaching is my number one passion. I look forward to helping you!
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English

Jada: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a recent graduate from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. In the past, I have tutored primary, secondary, and post-secondary students. My tutoring in the past has included, but not limited to the following subjects: Math (High School and College Level), Science (High School - Chemistry, Physics, Biology and College Level- Chemistry), English with a specialization in essay editing, and more. My favorite subjects...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Paris: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a graduate of North Park University. I received my Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education with a middle school endorsement in Social Science. I currently hold a Professional Educator License. During my time at North Park, I had the privilege of tutoring my peers in Statistics as well as elementary students in reading and writing. Being a teacher candidate allowed me the opportunity to teach various age groups and subjects areas including 3rd and...
Education & Certification
North Park University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor, Psychology & Economics

Mira: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...recently graduated from Harvard with a Bachelors degree in History. My studies have been an extension of a lifelong love of reading, writing, and research -- passions that I hope to share with students I work with! I believe that learning can and should be fun. Through my work educating high school students on current affairs and public policy, I have developed a passion-based approach to teaching that adapts to each individual students needs and...
Education & Certification
Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 800

Jacqueline: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...a matriarch of teachers in my family that has influenced me greatly to be an educator. My great grandmother taught herself how to read with an eighth grade education by studying the dictionary and doing the newspaper crossword puzzle daily. My grandmother holds a Ph.Din mathematics, a masters in counseling and held the position of a former assistant principal in a Chicago Public high school. My mother has a former career as an art teacher...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelors, Applied Economics
DePaul University - Masters, Public Service

Thomas: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...have 7 years of experience teaching grades K-12 and 14 years of experience tutoring students with and without learning disbilities. During this period, I have learned how to recognize and identify individual learning-personalities and common challenges students have. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Benedictine University and my Master's Degree in Applied Data Science at the University of Michigan. Helping others is something I have always enjoyed, and one of the ways...... To discover...
Education & Certification
Benedictine University - Bachelors, Biology, General

Jack: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...an Undergraduate student at Loyola University Chicago in the Education program. I am studying Bilingual/Bi-cultural and Elementary Education as a major. I truly believe the key to a bright future begins in the classroom, and that each student deserves the chance to succeed in school and beyond. I strive to do all I can to give students the confidence, skills and knowledge they need to be the best versions of themselves they can be. I...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Education, Bilingual Education

Alana: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...have a 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...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Special Education

Mary: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a dedicated college tutor with three years of experience, currently pursuing a degree in Psychology, English Literature, and Creative Writing at Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, set to be completed in 2025. My passion for education extends to learners of all ages, and I strive to create engaging and personalized learning experiences that foster both academic growth and confidence. In addition to tutoring college students, I have gained valuable experience in early childhood development...
Education & Certification
Saint Mary's College - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Diane: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...love teaching and know how to make teaching fun as well as effective. I have a positive outgoing demeanor which enables me to relate well to children of all ages and abilities.I have taught all elementary school grades, levels and subjects. My expertise is in teaching reading and language arts. My last teaching job was teaching second grade in the Gifted Program at Bell School in Chicago. I also have experience teaching learners who need...
Education & Certification
William Paterson University of New Jersey - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Library and Information Science

Jessica: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...and SEL, I am most passionate about teaching each of these subjects with real-life objects or concepts (I do have a strong place in my heart of STEM and SEL). I like to structure all my lessons in a way that is appealing, intriguing, and meets the need of each individual student. I believe that education is essential but does not mean sitting down following a worksheet. I have many years of experience working with...
Education & Certification
Indiana State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Hanlu: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Hi! I'm currently an undergraduate student at Washington University, and have a passion for teaching and working with children. I have experience in working with kids in a variety of settings, and am very approachable and friendly.
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Shailie: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am college sophomore majoring in Biology on the pre med track. I am ready to help in every way possible for my tutees to feel at ease and confident with their material. With previous tutoring experience, I believe I can cater to each individual's needs and learning habits. I have tutored high schoolers in all subjects, and have taken the SAT and ACT many times myself. I believe in learning for more than just passing...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General

Robert: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...have a most sincere interest to reduce complicated subjects to simple terminology. I have taught Engineers, Technicians, and Auto Racing Students in their car at 185MPH. I have Authored Textbooks, I have Edited Textbooks, I have written a self-paced Internet Course for Industry Technicians who wish to improve their positions with their Employer. I have written more than 100 Technical Articles for Industry Publications. I served two (2) years as an enlisted soldier at the...
Education & Certification
Maryville University of Saint Louis - Master of Science, Chemistry
Indiana State University - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General

Sneha: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am currently a freshman at Purdue University studying to become a Mechanical Engineer. I'm here to help on anything from math, english, history and standardized test-related because I know that school can be rough and sometimes we all need a bit of help. I worked as a math tutor back in high school and I can teach all the way up to Calculus 3. I personally love teaching math as it's my favorite subject in...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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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