Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

Hello! I am a recent college graduate with a passion for teaching students and ensuring that everyone I interact with enters their classroom or test with confidence and knowing that they have an understanding of what they are studying and an ability to achieve greatness!

...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 EFL instruction. It's a pleasure to meet...

...time I also tutored children of various ages in math, social studies, and science. For the past 3 years, I have focused extensively on one-on-one private ESL lessons for children ages 3 -14 years. I have also tutored, and continue to tutor, adults to help them improve their English studies and pass exams such as the OPIc exam. As a certified TESOL instructor, I find great joy in helping students improve their English. While I...

...College where I majored in American Studies and minored in Dance. I love studying US history, culture and politics from an interdisciplinary lens, and am most passionate about tutoring in English, Reading, and History. I have experience as a writing tutor, dance teacher, and policy researcher. I firmly believe in the power of education and love to help students reach their potential as confident and critical thinkers. Apart from tutoring, I love to dance, make...

...past summer I conducted independent ethnographic research in Hong Kong, and all I have left of undergrad is finishing up my senior thesis paper that I am writing on that research. My interdisciplinary background has kept me sharp in many different types of subjects and ways of thinking, so I am well prepared to tutor all portions of the ACT. I, personally, found the ACT to be a very fun test and I love to...

...theater kids with little training, as well as highly trained collegiate dancers. I understand the need to adjust my teaching style depending on the level and age of my students. Interests outside of academia include dance and music. I was Co-Captain, Vice President, and Social Media Manager of the Tulane Shockwave Dance Team, the official dance team of Tulane University. I also served as Treasurer and Public Relations Manager of the NJBeats A Cappella Group,...

Hello! I'm a rising senior and Neuroscience & Behavior major at Wesleyan University in CT. I have extensive tutoring experience in subjects across the board but particularly in the sciences. I'm enthusiastic, warm, and eager to share my knowledge with and learn from you.

...after starting to build my media company and tutor full time. Not only do I truly love seeing my children succeed, I love being able to use my ability to teach and teach well to help support my dreams. I have the fortune of tutoring students one on one and then taking my passion for education behind the microphone to share with the world. I'm a strong public speaker and my high energy and charisma...

...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. I am enrolled in German and Computer Science classes and continue to work on my skills in both areas. My interests...

...in English and Public Policy with a focus in Journalism. I have tutored students previously, especially in college essay writing. Students that have been under my wing of guidance have gone to prestigious universities such as Harvard, Stanford, UChicago, MIT, Columbia, and more. Though I am most passionate about fortifying my clients' writing abilities by providing constructive feedback on their college essays, I also enjoy helping students with AICE AS Level/AP Language and History related...

I am a historian, currently working on my PhD at Loyola University Chicago. I have over six years experience as a tutor or instructor, and have helped hundreds of students improve their writing and score higher on essays and exams. I am engaging, encouraging, and skilled at individualizing instruction.

I received Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism & Mass Communication from Iowa State University. My expertise is English & history. My past work experience is tutoring students & English learners of all ages (5 to 60 years old). In addition, I've worked for Chicago Public Schools as a teacher's assistant & substitute teacher. My goal is to make every student feel comfortable no matter where they are in their education journey.

I have been teacher for more than 14 years, and during that time I have instructed and tutored students from virtually every grade level. I attained my Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction in 2013. and completed my Doctorate in Educational Leadership in 2017. I currently teach diverse learners (special education) in grades 1-6.

...science degree with over a years course work in both biology and chemistry. I have hands on experience in these fields from working in both biology and chemistry laboratory settings. I worked as administrator over a home school, teaching students from Kindergarten thru 12 grade, in math, science, and language arts and developing curricular materials. I have found from my teaching experiences that students learn best from active participation in the learning process, and are...

...a passion for science which led me to accept an offer for medical college. I also have extensive experience in tutoring through Loyola University Chicago. My sessions encompass a diverse group of students, guiding them through many concepts of the basic science courses. Through this process, I not only build meaningful relationships with my peers, but promote an environment of healthy learning. With this and many other tutoring experiences before college, I have been able...

Hi! My name is Madeleine, and I use they/them pronouns, and I have a Bachelor's degree in Ethnic Studies and a minor in Gender Studies. I am passionate about providing equitable tutoring and education services to any student regardless of their background. I'm excited to work with you!

...While attending college, I worked at the child care center on campus. Since I was a young child, I knew that I wanted to work with children. I have taught preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade in various schools. One fun fact about me is that for my first teaching job, I taught in the same school that I attended as a child. It was strange teaching with some of my former teachers at...

...Education major, and I just graduated from Knox College this summer. From a young age, I have always enjoyed helping people. After coming to college, I decided that one of the best ways to help people would be through getting a major that would teach me the necessary skills so that I can be an adequate support for people. The same love of helping others is what brought me to Varsity Tutors. Through my major,...

...with a degree in English Literature and Theatre, with a concentration in Theatre for Young Audiences. You can find a portion of her honors thesis on Virginia Woolf's last novel published in the next issue of the Madison Journal of Literary Criticism! Grace loves working with young people and has been teaching drama and tutoring students in writing and test prep for the past five years. In college, one of her favorite activities was volunteering...

...and additional certifications in Autism Spectrum Disorder and Curriculum & Instruction. I've spent the last several years teaching first and second grade, and I bring a deep understanding of early childhood development to my work with students. My greatest passion lies in helping young learners grow into confident readers and writers. I specialize in phonics, reading, and writing instruction, and I love seeing the moment when a concept "clicks" for a student. Whether building foundational literacy...