Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Oak Park, IL

...devoted three years to working as an academic instructor and student advisor for several non-profits dedicated to educational advocacy and academic enrichment. I thus have extensive experience working with middle and high schoolers in a variety of educational environments - including public, charter, and private schools throughout New York City. My individual-driven approach to tutoring has been shaped by working with students with diverse needs and educational backgrounds. In addition to standardized test preparation, I...

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 am a sophomore student at DePaul University in Chicago. I am currently majoring in neuroscience which is the science of the brain! I have been tutoring students of all ages for about five years and I really enjoy it. I am tutoring chemistry, biology, and algebra. I know those subjects can be daunting and challenging but by taking our time and breaking it down together, I'm sure you will start to understand it.

...career, which has taught me patience and compassion that I will use continuing in my tutoring. I tutor English as a second language and reading/writing at the elementary and middle school levels. My style is reaching someone where they are and adding onto it. I focus on finding and using strengths as a foundation to further learning. Outside of academia, I enjoy dancing. I've practiced ballet for 17 years and dabbled in other forms, like...

...to Memphis, Tennessee, where I spent two incredible years teaching 5th and 6th grade math at Believe Memphis Academy. That experience deepened my love for education and helped me grow as a teacher and mentor. I've always enjoyed math for the way it builds problem-solving skills and confidence, and I love finding ways to make it accessible and engaging for every learner. I'm also passionate about history, law, social studies, politics, geography, and the natural...

...have traveled extensively, tutoring children in underprivileged communities in my local city for a nonprofit Chicago Hopes for Kids program and also privately for students in public schools. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Biological Sciences and History. I see education as a way to grow as a whole person and shape ones life, which is why I feel the journey is longer than the goal-...

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!

...science teacher during the school year. I have been tutoring for over 7 years now. I like to build a personal relationship with each of my clients in order to ensure a fun and effective experience. It is important to me for all of my students to grasp the concept they are struggling with, to the fullest extent. This can be accomplished by implementing a variety of strategies and methods. I look forward to working...

Empowering students to define and develop strategies and skills towards reaching their learning goals. Each student processes information differently and at an individual pace. Academic standards do not always allow for those disparities, My passion is getting your students to succeed and enjoy the journey! Essay writing, reading comprehension, vocabulary for middle, high school and adult literacy students is fundamental. Allow me the opportunity to assist your student in this endeavor.

...a graduate student and have been tutoring for over 10 years now. I am passionate about sharing my personal academic journey and the strategies I learned over the years to get straight A's. My interests include Psychology and Philosophy, as these were my undergraduate majors. I am also passionate about Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology, which is what I am studying now as a Graduate student. I enjoy teaching creative writing, so if you...

...walk-in tutor for the Science and Math learning center.In my years of being a teacher and a student I've found there is always more than one way to explain any given subject. Moreover,since everyone comes from a different background some explanations make more sense than others to different people. With me as your tutor I will find a way to explain science and math concepts that make the most sense to you.... Anyone can learn anything...

...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 tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching English as a language and improving language speaking and conversation skills. I am also skilled in teaching students how to study. Learning is a lifelong process. Everyone learns differently. Once a student's learning style is established, we work...

My name is Justin Gustafson. I am currently a Special Education Teacher in Racine Wisconsin. I teach at a Math intensive school. Due to the requirements of my job I supplement multiple courses, Pre Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Biology, and English. I have done countless interventions in Math and English. I love building a rapport with students, and enjoy the challenge on solving how that specific student learns.

...exams, including the AP exams and the ACT. I think every individual learns differently, so my biggest goal is to individualize every session to the best approach for each student. Anyone I tutor, I am fully invested in their progress and growth, so I care that all the material learned really clicks, makes sense, and is applicable. In addition to standardized exams, I also can help with college admissions, including editing essays.

...with younger students in the beginning, I gradually took on an influx of older students as my teaching style developed. Because of this, I have experience teaching students from all ages and backgrounds. With my youngest learner ever being 4 years old and my oldest in her 50's, I wholeheartedly believe anyone can learn. I have the experience and desire adapt to each student's unique style of learning in any subject they need; from learning...

...the most joy in seeing the improvement in students. I am fully aware that not every student is going to get an A. But when I see that a student is getting better, and their grade improves even in the slightest bit, I know that their brain in growing. I really believe that all education is important, even when the kids ask the question "when am I going to use this in the real world?",...

...have worked with students in a variety of settings (both in-person and virtual) including serving as a Corps member with Illinois Student Assistance Commission where I helped students navigate the college admission process. My current role is in career advising at Northwestern University where I advise undergrad students in resume writing, cover letter writing and other job application steps. My education and experience have prepared me to advise in a variety of subject areas including...

...to me. I want the chance to help people, and do something that could make them happy. It is this reason that I decided to study Political Science and Latin America & Latino Studies in the Pre-Law track at the University of Illinois-Chicago. I have the opportunity to help individuals with their needs and what they want to see be changed in the world around them. This is also why I enjoy tutoring because students...

...my favorite subjects to tutor students in are reading and English. Over the past four years, I helped middle schoolers hone their literacy skills within the Atlanta Public School system. In addition, I was a teacher's assistant to provide more opportunity for one-on-one learning. Even during COVID, I was able to use the BookNook platform to tutor young children remotely, and the lessons I learned from my tutees are as valuable to me as the...

...and standardized test preparation. I believe that learning should be both rigorous and rewarding, and I strive to tailor my approach to each student's unique learning style. My tutoring philosophy is rooted in active learningusing recall-based strategies, real-world applications, and critical thinking exercises to reinforce understanding. My goal is to help students build confidence in their abilities, not just memorize information. Outside of academia, I enjoy working on research projects, exploring cognitive science, and developing...