Top Reading Tutors serving Oak Lawn

Anjeli: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am a recent graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in Biology and a Psychology minor. I am starting medical school at UIC in Fall 2019 and am eager to help my students accomplish their goals and motivate them to
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Isabel: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...research, having conducted my own study in undergrad and currently managing an ongoing study. If your student is interested in learning more about the research field, I would love to share my experience with them! I have a great attention to detail, am excellent at time-management, and have a flexible schedule so I am able to meet with students when needed. I have experience tutoring kids as young as 5 as well as high schoolers,...
Education & Certification
Medical University of South Carolina - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Margaret: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, 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. **at this moment in time, I can only do online tutoring. Thank you for understanding.
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)

Alexandra: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a student at Lake Forest College pursuing my degree in Biology. This semester I am also attending the School of the Art Institute to complete my minor in Visual Arts. Having this diverse educational background, I am able to assist students in multiple subject areas. I have had experience tutoring elementary aged students especially in reading and mathematics. I have also helped both high school and middle school students with areas they struggle in....
Education & Certification
Lake Forest College - Current Undergrad, Biology, General

LaShone: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...received my Masters degree in Education from Roosevelt University. I received my Bachelors degree in English from Augustana College. I taught in the public school system for 15+ years in both elementary and secondary school. I'm a natural born teacher. I taught all 11 of my younger siblings to read and write. I also taught myself to read when I was younger. I'm very passionate about sharing my knowledge with others. I believe that everyone...
Education & Certification
Roosevelt University - Masters in Education, Special Education
State Certified Teacher

Gary: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...and thank you for considering me in assisting you with your tutoring needs. I am a dedicated teacher currently in practice. I am intelligent, experienced, resourceful, inspirational, friendly and responsible, and I will always seek to help anyone in my care realize their true potential in any endeavor they seek to take on. I am especially well versed in the English Language Arts: Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. I have other areas of interest and...
Education & Certification
NEIU - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
NEIU - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching

Peter: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...a tutor I bring a unique, non academic perspective to my tutoring work. As a current small business owner and public speaker and performer I am able to add "real world" layers to the subjects I tutor in. I spent almost five years as a part owner of an airline, I have worked in human resources, and property management as well. It has become very clear to me that the state of education and academic...
Education & Certification
Winona State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education

Nicki: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...intellectual and behavioral challenges posed throughout life-long education. Although I hold all individuals under my tutelage to rigorous standards of achievement, I have been frequently praised by supervisors and students, for finding an ideal balance between strict and compassionate. After all, learning should be fun! Outside of the academic realm, I also have professional experience instructing and training individuals in the areas of health education, athletic performance (primarily soccer and cross country), and emergency preparedness...
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Virginia Commonwealth University - Current Grad Student, Public Health
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE: 314

Matthew: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...reserve a special spot in my heart for History, including preparation for AP tests. My teaching philosophy is one that focuses on understanding and perceiving the individual needs of a student and understanding how to reach them in an effective and impactful way. I believe that my experience working with a variety of students and abilities has allowed me to reach students and inspire them to reach their potential and develop a true love for...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, International Affairs

Jay: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am an incoming first year medical student at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. My undergraduate degree was in Statistics as a part of a BS/MD program. My academic interests are in Biology and Mathematics, and I particularly enjoy students who care about understanding the "Why" and "How" behind interesting phenomena. To me, learning is most fun when its both social and introspective. And in that spirit, I hope to help share the excitement...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Statistics

Shiv: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am a Sophomore at Northwestern University. My majors are neuroscience and economics on the pre-med track. I love tutoring others because I get to see their growth as students and individuals. I love to tutor all subjects.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Liani: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
I am a Senior at Illinois Institute of Technology. I major in physics and astronomy and minor in political science. I'm curious, creative, and passionate about learning and mentorship; helping every star shine bright! I adored the 3 years I have spent tutoring students ages 5-50 in subjects ranging from computer science to swimming!
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Astrophysics
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Astrophysics
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 700

Erika: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a graduate of Governors State University and Northern Illinois University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Special Education. I also received a Masters in Special Education. Since graduation, I have taught at my current school for 5 years (but I have been teaching for almost 8.) I am currently my school's 5/6th grade Special Education Teacher. I also have experience in tutoring a broad range of subjects, I am most...
Education & Certification
Governors State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching

Michael: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a recent graduate of the University of Sussex in Brighton, U.K., where I received an M.A. in Modern and Contemporary Literature, Culture, and Thought. I received my B.A. in English and History from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts in 2011. Having grown up in Alabama, completed an undergraduate degree in Massachusetts, and a Master's in the U.K., I have tutored students from a broad range of backgrounds in an even broader range of subject...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought

Hannah: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am an undergraduate student at Purdue University studying special education. For all four years of high school, I worked with special needs students in an adaptive P.E. class. I have also been an unofficial tutor for many of my friends, fellow classmates, and siblings over the years. I can tutor a wide range of ages and subjects, but I am most passionate about reading, math, and ASL (American Sign Language). I have already taken multiple...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 35

Laurel: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...Laurel and I've been tutoring students of all ages for 7 years. I hold a master's degree in applied behavior analysis and a bachelor's degree in economics and statistics. My main focus is always on building confidence and independence in students. You don't have to be shy about asking questions- I'll keep working until you're comfortable with the concepts. My tutoring style is flexible to what each student needs, so I have many strategies prepared...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Brianna: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am passionate about helping students because I believe they are the future. Students have the greatest possibility and opportunity to make a change in themselves and the world. By gaining more knowledge, we an positively affect our environment and influence the people around us. During a mission trip, I taught second grader classes about the government, politics, commuit, and taxes to name a few. At the Junior Achievement facility, I taught fifth graders about entrepreneurship,...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Psychology/French minor

Sarah: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
As a graduate of University of Michigan with a degree in Kinesiology I hope to help offer my knowledge, patience and desire to help others learn through personalized tutoring meant to meet each child's academic goals by broadening their understanding of different topics and helping them develop the skills necessary to problem solve and/or articulate themselves to the best of their availability.
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences

Om: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
Hello there, my name is Om and I'll be your instructor for whatever subject you might need. Since I'm just a college student, I might be 18, but mentally I'm still just like you. I understand what it's like to be a student and crave academic success. I'll always be there for you as both an instructor and a mentor for anything you might need.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 760

Rebekah: Oak Lawn Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Oak Lawn, IL
...am a graduate of Indiana University Bloomington. I received my Bachelor of Science in Law and Public Policy with a focus on Critical Race and Ethnic Studies. I graduated from high school with a full International Baccalaureate diploma. While in college, I tutored native Spanish speakers in Latin American culture and literature. Since graduating, I have been a substitute teacher for grades pre-k - 8th in all content areas specializing in English, literature, social sciences,...
Education & Certification
Indiana University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
State Certified Teacher
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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.
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