The Best English Tutors in Buffalo Grove, IL

Top 10% Tutor on Wyzant in 2020! I'm an educator with 13+ years of experience in the classroom and academic settings, a Fulbrighter, and a 2-time AmeriCorps alumna. I'm trained in federal laws governing student spaces (FERPA, Title IX, etc). My teaching interests are diverse, as reflected below. College Admissions...See Jessica's full profile

A native English speaker, I have studied English thoroughly including reading grammar guides (e.g. Fowler's, Strunk and White, and over a dozen quotations books) for fun, have professionally written a private verbal SAT practice tests, have always been a voracious reader, and even studied linguistics...See Lewis's full profile

I taught high school English for four years and then taught composition and creative writing to undergraduates during my MFA at the University of Oregon, so I've worked with students from ninth grade through college. I know what a five-paragraph essay is supposed to do and when it's time to outgrow it....See Robin's full profile

With a background in linguistics and second language acquisition, I specialize in breaking down complex grammar rules, enhancing fluency, and boosting confidence in English communication. I also speak multiple languages, which allows me to adapt my teaching to different linguistic backgrounds. Whatever your...See Brian's full profile

I am a certified elementary school teacher with endorsements in K-9, ESL, middle school and social studies. I also hold a Master's degree in Education from Rockford College. I have tutored students after school in elementary school and conducted intervention sessions in the classroom in public schools.See Heather's full profile

As a graduate of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, I bring a strong foundation in business and operations to my tutoring practice. My MBA coursework focused on strategy, operations management, and leadership, which has given me both theoretical knowledge and practical insights into solving complex...See Elisa's full profile

During my first teaching job, I taught 10th grade English for 1 year. I also worked as a writing tutor during my university studies and have been successfully helping students in English (including some ESL) for 10+ years.See Michelle's full profile

Norbert School in the Chicago area, in addition to serving as a beginning and intermediate Latin instructor at UMass during my masters program. While I love helping students with any language-related subject (in fact, I truly enjoy analyzing English grammar!), I am most passionate about teaching Latin. I find it...See Amelia's full profile

I recently graduated from the University of Chicago with a bachelor's degree in history. My thesis was on King Philip's War, the 17th century conflict between English colonists and Native Americans. I am quite familiar with American history, but have also studied modern European history, Japanese...See JR's full profile

As a teacher of mathematics and science for twenty years, tutoring has helped me to keep grounded in what I really enjoy, teaching. I have tutored K-8 math and science, from PreAlgebra to Calculus, Chemistry and Physics. I am uniquely qualified for ACT/SAT college entrance exam prep and work for a popular tutoring...See Gabriel's full profile

M.A in Communications. M.A in Political Science. -Tutor students in English and Spanish for over 15 years -Wrote various news articles in Chicago -Translated many published news articles from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. -Gave lectures in English and Spanish for over 15...See LAURA's full profile

As a personal hobby, I’ve conducted over 1,000+ ESL lessons online for kids and adults. I’ve learned the power of making things simple for younger and non-native English speakers, and this has directly carried over to an enhanced working skill-set with ADHD and ASD students that I work with. My academic...See Christopher's full profile

Hi, my name is Daniel. I have a master's degree in education and have been a certified special education teacher working in the Chicagoland area for 13 years. As a distinguished special education teacher, I have worked with a wide range of students in various settings. I am a certified Orton Gillingham tutor and am...See Daniel's full profile

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I assist students with any and every aspect of the writing process in English (i.e., brainstorming ideas, constructing arguments, organizing, strategizing, reviewing, proofreading, providing substantive feedback, etc.). As a professor, I’ve worked with undergraduate and graduate students. I’m patient, I’m...See Moses's full profile

I've worked as a full-time, professional tutor for the last 20 years. In the field of test prep, my areas of specialty include GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams in U.S. History, European History, World History, Human Geography, and Language. I have helped nearly 3000 students improve their scores on these exams. I...See Jason's full profile

Attended Andrews University - Berrien Springs, MI 9/1985 - 1/1988 Major: English, Minor: Communications, Focus: Teaching Graduated University of Phoenix AA in Elementary Education Focus: English & Literature May 2010 Graduated University of Phoenix BS in Elementary Education Focus:...See Paulla's full profile

...graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions and creativity. I've tutored a variety of students from undergraduates to professors in English. I've done various kinds of writing for years including work on documentary films in New York City for National Public Television, essays for Chicago Public...See Jeff's full profile

I am a qualified English teacher who is well-versed with all aspects of the English language- grammar, spelling, punctuation, reading skills, writing, etc. Moreover, I am an author, and a linguist, and truly love to teach! I am currently working as a tutor, and have worked as a tutor for all ages. For...See Chhavi's full profile

To speak or write with perfect English grammar only takes patience and practice. I have been studying English grammar at an advanced level for the last decade. I have also worked at colleges and elementary schools as a tutor helping students succeed in English. I have lots of experience teaching...See James's full profile

Hi! I’m Divya. I work as a public health consultant on contracts with UN agencies, CDC, the DOD, and other smaller organizations. I have a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Illinois and a Master of Public Health from the University of Michigan (GO BLUE!). Writing has been an instrumental...See Divya's full profile

I excelled at english in high school and consistently got A's in my AP english classes. I also took a special college level course at the University of Chicago in 2022 and learned how to advance my writing. I've been helping my friends with their writing and peer tutored many people with their...See Lincoln's full profile

Nothing pleases me more than teaching English to both native and non-native speakers, and watching them make progress in leaps and bounds. Since grammar and spelling are often left by the wayside in our schools, I am more than happy to fill in the gaps for my students. I have taught English as a Second...See Deborah's full profile

I teach all aspects of English, including critical reading, persuasive writing, comparative literature, public speaking, specializing with ACT/SAT/AP and other test strategies. I've taught and lectured at universities, schools and with individuals around Chicagoland as well as in the Bay Area. I...See Karin's full profile

I've been teaching and tutoring students in a wide range of Humanities/ Language Arts for over 10 years. I have formal training in writing pedagogy, and I enjoy helping students develop skills as careful readers and writers. I'm good-humored to work with and believe that the 1st step is to help students find a point of...See Susan's full profile