Top Writing Tutors serving Chicago

Brandon: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...given me the opportunity to guide, and to work closely with young scholars and learners from a variety of backgrounds. I firmly believe that the importance of education as well as the key to a successful academic career is the ability to learn 'how to learn'. In other words, rather than simply memorizing and demonstrating content, I believe that recognizing and mastering one's own unique process(es) of learning is the most important outcome of learning....
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Toronto - PHD, History

Jessica: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...part of the University of Chicago class of 2020, where I plan to pursue a major in economics and possibly biology, and a medical degree afterwards. I’ve had about 3 years of tutoring experience, and I tutor SAT, ACT, English, math, biology, and chemistry. As a tutor, I believe that each student has the potential to learn any subject as long as they’re taught in a way that suits them and they want to learn....
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Jacob: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...to help students thrive because I'm still very much a student myself, and will be for the foreseeable future. Though I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate student in Literature, and learned quite a bit during my time at Vanderbilt, there's still more work to be done. I am working towards a Master's degree, and will continue on from there. Though I am more than happy to help where needed anywhere from K-12, I am...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, English Literature
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Gauri: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...a second year Master of Social Work student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have spent time teaching English as a language assistant in Madrid, Spain, which allowed me to pursue my interests in languages, traveling, and tapas! I have a great deal of experience working with children of all ages. I have worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, tutor and teacher. I enjoy tutoring all subjects -I like trying to explain subjects...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Psychology & Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 32

Ruth: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun and engage...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790

Mike: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...critical thinking abilities and to encourage them to utilize these abilities in interpreting and interacting with the world around them. I believe that liberal education is one of the great pillars of democracy and civil society. If I can help young people understand and assess academic material, achieve their academic goals, and appropriate what they learn to apply it to their own lives and the world around them, I will be well satisfied.
Education & Certification
The University of San Francisco - Bachelors, European History
The University of Chicago - PHD, History (History of Ideas and Modern German History)
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460

Jack: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...connections to the material allows students to develop a personal investment in their work that will always result in greater success. I encourage students to actively participate in a tutoring session, making sure that their needs drive a session rather than my pre-planned agenda. Every student learns differently, and I have found that the greatest success is a result of playing to these strengths rather than fighting against them. I am excited to be a...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700

Hayat: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...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 an active role in his/her own learning. I have an eclectic taste in music, enjoy reading and swimming, and will never say no to a friendly...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters in Education, Instructional Leadership

Jessica: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, 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

Wayne: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, 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

Michael: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...graduate from Marquette University, where I majored in journalism and German language, it is my life's goal to take full advantage of the German and English skills I have accrued throughout my 25 years. By effectively bridging the linguistic gap that often unnecessarily separates us, I can make the world a smaller place. With my experience, I have more than what it takes to excel in whatever workplace I may find myself, wherever it may...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Bachelors, German Language

Tere: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...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 field part-time.
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Unknown, Bilingual Education

Emily: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...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 with the...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Loyola University Chicago School of Law - Juris Doctor, Public Interest Law Certificate

Ben: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...and tutoring as a retail employee in Cleveland, teaching people how to use the technology I sold. From there, I worked in the Writing Center at John Carroll, then taught composition. I taught composition while in graduate school at UW-Milwaukee, and I spent a considerable amount of time teaching technology - in a sense - through a customer service job at a big cell-phone company. I taught 5th grade in Chicago Public Schools, worked as...
Education & Certification
John Carroll University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Philosophy
John Carroll University - Master of Arts, English
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - Masters, English
Olivet Nazarene University - Master of Arts, Reading Education
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Siva: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...from the University of Illinois at Chicago with degrees in chemical engineering and math and computer science. After a summer of relaxing, I am planning on entering medical school at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in the fall. Throughout high school and college, I have fallen in love with tutoring and seeing so many new faces in the process. I especially love to tutor in math, chemistry, MCAT, and chemical engineering topics, and...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Northwestern University - Doctor of Medicine, Health Sciences, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Victoria: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...explaining concepts in creative ways, tailored to the listener. I graduated from Northwestern University with a B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering and Earth and Planetary Science. As a student, I pursued my passion for sustainability through research, volunteer work, and environmental policy development. In order to complete rigorous engineering coursework and pursue my interests, I developed strategies for effective studying and time management. After graduating, I relocated to Seattle. I am currently conducting multi-hazard...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Materials Science and Engineering, Earth and Planetary Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Ben: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...in different ways, and I love figuring out what makes the light bulb go on for individual students. I view my job as helping you achieve your goals in a way that's informed by how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been a tutor for test prep (including ACT, SAT, LSAT and AP testing), academic and creative...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Shelby: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, 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

Andrew: Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, class of 2012. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature and Theater and Performance Studies. Since graduation, I have continued to live in Chicago. I...... I believe that the best teachers are patient, kind, and good at asking questions. They guide their students to the answers rather than giving them.... In a first session, I like to spend some time getting to...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Theater and Performance Studies / English Language and Literature (double major)
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 33

Oliver : Chicago Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Chicago, IL
...2014 graduate of Northwestern University with a BS in Journalism and International Studies. My journalistic work has appeared in the Boston Globe and other respected publications, though at the moment I'm focusing on teaching the intricacies of the written word, among other subjects. I discovered the joys of teaching as a volunteer tutor to local high school students, helping my tutees fine-tune essays, read critically, and digest core historical and political concepts. After identifying gaps...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Journalism, International Relations
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 710
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