Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

...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 college application process. Prior to law school, I assisted in the developing of curriculum...

I am very passionate about tutoring and look forward to meeting new students with a desire to learn!... To not focus as much on the grade, but rather to focus on learning and mastery of the content for the student.... After introductions I would immediately give practice problems. That way I can visualize what the student's thought process is, and correct errors wherever they may be.... By giving worksheets and more practice problems. Problems are the...

...many things. However, two main things have stood out more than anything else. The first thing would be that flexibility is the key to success. The second thing would be that if at first you don't succeed, try again using a different method. There are nine different learning styles for a reason, and I pride myself on trying my best to recognize that in every student so that I may help them achieve their highest...

...create their own path. I am a graduate of Loyola University Chicago, where I majored in political science. I am currently a law student at Chicago-Kent College of Law, and aspire one day to practice corporate law with a focus on financial compliance. I grew up in Silicon Valley and have seen what intense pressure to succeed does to young minds. Given my life experiences, I told myself that if I ever were to tutor,...

...School. I continued at college by volunteering during homework time at a local homeless shelter and working at the college writing center. After graduation, as jobs and family commitments allowed, I continued to volunteer, again at a homeless shelter through a Chicago Public School program. Currently, I have returned to teaching Sunday School, working with some wonderful children between the ages of 10 and 12 at my inner city church. When I am not working...

...are the keys to success. I have earned a Bachelors of Fine Art from Chicago State University and an Associates Degree in Early Education from Richard J. Daley College. For the last 6 years, I have taught students art, social studies, math, writing, reading and music in Chicago Public Grade Schools. My approach to learning is all inclusive to the world around us and fun. I have also taught Adults in Real Estate and Painting...

...with Middle School endorsement in three areas. Plus, I am a certified art teacher. Since graduation, I have worked in all realms of education including teaching and tutoring with students of multiple ages and ability levels. While I tutor a broad range of subjects such as elementary reading and math, I am most passionate about art. In my experience, motivating students with positivity and using scaffolded support (building on what they know and beyond) makes...

...in Mass Communications from Saint Xavier University, and a Master's Degree in Education from Loyola University. My extensive experience in education ranges from teaching in a traditional classroom setting and non-traditional settings to children and adults. Being fluent in Spanish, I have experience teaching Spanish to English speakers and English to Spanish speakers. I have a huge passion for music, and have been playing guitar for 12 years. I truly believe that everyone can learn...

...years. I graduated from NYU with a degree in literature and creative writing and a minor in gender and sexuality studies. I graduated from SAIC with an MFA in writing. I have taught writing classes at SAIC, Harold Washington College, and National Louis University. Literature was my first love and continues to be so. I have been writing for as long as I can remember; poetry, prose, nonfictional personal essays, academic essays, screenplays, and everything...

...high-quality education can and must be accessible to all students. Guided by my own research of contemporary practices and self-initiated professional development, I created an environment where all students feel capable and empowered to succeed in my Middle School Mathematics and third grade classes. My focus on developing relationships has been crucial to my success as a teacher. Demonstrating genuine respect for my students has led them to attain self-confidence and a growth mindset. After...

...Education and have received my Master of Education with a concentration in Best Practices. I am a National Board Certified Teacher and am trained in the Orton Gillingham method of teaching phonics and reading. Since graduating, I moved to Chicago where I have been teaching in a low-income school for the last 8 years. I now teach kindergarten in Winnetka Public Schools. I continuously advocate for the rights of these young children. I can tutor...

...their goals. I have taught nationally and internationally, working with all types of students. I am passionate about working with students in groups or one-on-one to get better class results. I guide students interactively through material so they can get a better understanding of course skills and concepts. I enjoy seeing the looks on students' faces when they grasp material they have been struggling with. Over the years, I have worked with thousands of students...

...I bring a fun, laid-back style to tutoring. I've worked multiple summers as a camp counselor, and I strive to bring the excitement of camp to each session. I also enjoy creative writing, and I tap into this passion when working with students to improve their writing skills. I earned my undergraduate degree from Indiana University where I obtained a B.S. in Applied Health Science, majoring in Human Development and Family Studies. Currently, I'm preparing...

...a focus in Special Education. I am licensed to teach 1-6 in all subject areas. I am currently a tutor at Huntington Learning Center and a First Grade Teacher at Welch Elementary school in Naperville. I am passionate about making learning fun and applying what is taught to real life situations. It amazes me the different ways students learn and I encourage them to be themselves. There is power in struggle, it can help shape...

...Acting/Directing. I have been teaching grades 5-college for almost 20 years. I am currently teaching Speech (Public Speaking) and Acting at Oakton Community College in Skokie, IL. My speech classes focus heavily on good writing and research skills to help students have a solid foundation from which to help their presentations. In other words, it's a lot easier not to be nervous when you have a really good speech in your hand. I've also taught...

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.

I consider myself a lifelong student but I love both teaching and learning! I think learning is best done on an individual level and am thrilled to help students find their own path to success. I have degrees in Political Science and Russian and have real-life experience with both. Additionally, I will be attending the University of Chicago Law School this fall.

I'm a USA Today bestselling author and editor and an Ivy League graduate with a BA in English Literature. I'm an expert in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and essay writing. I love helping students write better essays for class or college admissions by tackling writer's block and helping students find their own writing voice. You no longer have to dread writing that essay or paper!

Hi! My name is Weilong and I'm a graduate student in Genetic Counseling at Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine. As a genetic counselor, I try to take genetic information and explain it to patients in a easy to understand, digestible way. I do the same thing in my tutoring, trying to make sure that every student gets the tailored, detailed help that they need to be successful in the classroom and in the world!... I believe...

...Sciences (focused on Molecular Genetics and Genomics) and English Creative Writing with Honors (focused on Poetry). This fall, I will attend the University of Pennsylvania to earn a Master's in Genetic Counseling. I can't wait to be a genetic counselor because they strive to make complicated or scary things easier to understand - and I will have the same goal for my students as a tutor. I have experience tutoring students in math and biology,...