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Hello! I am a dedicated elementary school teacher with 13 years of professional experience supporting students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. My background is rooted in a strong foundation of early childhood education, which I have complemented with a specialized endorsement in English as a Second Language...
Hello! I am a dedicated elementary school teacher with 13 years of professional experience supporting students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. My background is rooted in a strong foundation of early childhood education, which I have complemented with a specialized endorsement in English as a Second Language...

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Having lived in another country for over two decades helps me identify with my students. I know what it feels like to find oneself struggling to comprehend a different country, culture, and language. I am fully aware of the specific issues that arise regarding pronunciation, grammar, spelling, writing, and reading...
Having lived in another country for over two decades helps me identify with my students. I know what it feels like to find oneself struggling to comprehend a different country, culture, and language. I am fully aware of the specific issues that arise regarding pronunciation, grammar, spelling, writing, and reading...
Deborah started tutoring my son about one year ago. He was going into seventh grade and needed support to improve his writing skills (grammar, spelling, vocabulary, structure, support). What we didn't know is that my son has a l... - Lisa, 40 lessons with Deborah

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I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Global Health at Northwestern University, where I have consistently been recognized on the Dean’s List every quarter. My strong academic background, combined with my selection for competitive research fellowships, reflects my commitment to both scientific...
I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Global Health at Northwestern University, where I have consistently been recognized on the Dean’s List every quarter. My strong academic background, combined with my selection for competitive research fellowships, reflects my commitment to both scientific...

Near Chicago, IL
I am new to tutoring and have a passion for all things social studies! I did a brief stint in the legal field after my undergrad before realizing that my passion lies in education. I now work in a high school as an academic support coordinator where I work with, tutor, and advocate for some of the most at-risk students,...
I am new to tutoring and have a passion for all things social studies! I did a brief stint in the legal field after my undergrad before realizing that my passion lies in education. I now work in a high school as an academic support coordinator where I work with, tutor, and advocate for some of the most at-risk students,...
Thank you Sebastian for booking with me the same day I requested help on my assignments. You were incredibly helpful. I went to him feeling overwhelmed and stressed but left the meeting feeling like I had my power back, energized,... - Monica, 8 lessons with Sebastian

Chicago, IL
With an MAE in English as a Second Language and 15 years of tutoring experience, I can help you confidently improve your English fluency. Specializing in conversation, writing, listening, and reading, I also offer pronunciation and accent reduction lessons. As an executive with over 10 years of business experience, I can...
With an MAE in English as a Second Language and 15 years of tutoring experience, I can help you confidently improve your English fluency. Specializing in conversation, writing, listening, and reading, I also offer pronunciation and accent reduction lessons. As an executive with over 10 years of business experience, I can...
I have been working on improving my presentation skills, and Judy has been a wonderful source of support throughout this journey. She is truly sincere, passionate, and genuinely attentive to my progress. Her lessons are not only r... - Minja, 2 lessons with Judy

Chicago, IL
Hello! I'm a graduate student getting my Masters in Public Affairs with a specialization in public policy. Back when I went to college at the University of Notre Dame (Go Irish!), I knew I wanted to focus on theories of gendered and sexual violence, so I triple-majored in Gender Studies, Peace Studies, and Philosophy....
Hello! I'm a graduate student getting my Masters in Public Affairs with a specialization in public policy. Back when I went to college at the University of Notre Dame (Go Irish!), I knew I wanted to focus on theories of gendered and sexual violence, so I triple-majored in Gender Studies, Peace Studies, and Philosophy....

Chicago, IL
Tutored a Chinese student in ESL with marked success.
Tutored a Chinese student in ESL with marked success.

Near Chicago, IL
As mentioned in my free response, I am always putting free time into learning new languages. From speaking Spanish to people, listening to Chines in the car, or playing a French scrabble game over my smart phone. I have a great respect of people that come from another country to US with no or little English skills. I...
As mentioned in my free response, I am always putting free time into learning new languages. From speaking Spanish to people, listening to Chines in the car, or playing a French scrabble game over my smart phone. I have a great respect of people that come from another country to US with no or little English skills. I...
Michael has been wonderful to work with. He has been on time for every session we have scheduled and has helped me to recognize key elements in the reading and English portions standardize tests. He has a good way of explaining ... - Bella, 34 lessons with Michael

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I have extensive experience tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) to students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. I have worked in one-on-one sessions, small groups, and larger classroom settings of up to 20 students. My expertise includes conversational fluency, pronunciation, grammar, and language...
I have extensive experience tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) to students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds. I have worked in one-on-one sessions, small groups, and larger classroom settings of up to 20 students. My expertise includes conversational fluency, pronunciation, grammar, and language...

Chicago, IL
Over the past 12 years, I have worked specifically with English language learners internationally, in the suburbs of Chicago, and also Chicago Public Schools. Within these classrooms, my roles have ranged from being the classroom English and Language Arts teacher with EL students in her class, a resource teacher and...
Over the past 12 years, I have worked specifically with English language learners internationally, in the suburbs of Chicago, and also Chicago Public Schools. Within these classrooms, my roles have ranged from being the classroom English and Language Arts teacher with EL students in her class, a resource teacher and...
Jocelyn was quick and accurate in assessing the level of my English comprehension and did an outstanding job. No doubt that she will be my tutor in the future. - Urs, 2 lessons with Jocelyn

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Hi! I am a National Tutoring Association (NTA) certified professional advanced level tutor, and a Purdue University graduate, with a Bachelor's degree in Management and Information Systems. I am the only NTA advanced level certified tutor in Illinois. I have over 10 years of tutoring experience. Since September 2015,...
Hi! I am a National Tutoring Association (NTA) certified professional advanced level tutor, and a Purdue University graduate, with a Bachelor's degree in Management and Information Systems. I am the only NTA advanced level certified tutor in Illinois. I have over 10 years of tutoring experience. Since September 2015,...
Chernyeh helped my son with his pre-calculus class. He explained topics that were unclear well, and helped my son work through difficult sample problems. I highly recommend Chernyeh. - Ron

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With more than 11 years of experience across public schools, private platforms, and major learning centers, I provide patient, effective tutoring tailored to each student’s needs. As a Northwestern University graduate with a BA in English and Essay Writing, along with a teaching certification and degree from...
With more than 11 years of experience across public schools, private platforms, and major learning centers, I provide patient, effective tutoring tailored to each student’s needs. As a Northwestern University graduate with a BA in English and Essay Writing, along with a teaching certification and degree from...
Got Peter to help get my 10 year old son back on track and prepared for 5th grade. The one on one interaction for the first 2 sessions were great and my son is being challenged to the fullest, which is a plus for me. My son is act... - George, 19 lessons with Peter

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I’ve taught English in Costa Rica for one year and I’ve also tutored Spanish throughout my college years. I’ve always worked with kids at youth centers, coaching sports, or at summer camps. I am currently a full time youth therapist in the suburbs. Overall I love supporting kids in all different aspects of life.
I’ve taught English in Costa Rica for one year and I’ve also tutored Spanish throughout my college years. I’ve always worked with kids at youth centers, coaching sports, or at summer camps. I am currently a full time youth therapist in the suburbs. Overall I love supporting kids in all different aspects of life.

Chicago, IL
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...
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...
Jason is helping our daughter prepare for the SAT. He is laser- focused on her weaknesses, and she really likes working with him. She finds his advice and strategies incredibly helpful! - Silvia, 40 lessons with Jason

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I can help you come to grips with challenges in physics, chemistry, math and related subjects (see list of subjects). I am available to tutor students at all levels, up to and including grad. school. I have experience tutoring elementary and high school, ACT, SAT, college, MCAT, and graduate school. Whether you are...
I can help you come to grips with challenges in physics, chemistry, math and related subjects (see list of subjects). I am available to tutor students at all levels, up to and including grad. school. I have experience tutoring elementary and high school, ACT, SAT, college, MCAT, and graduate school. Whether you are...
Richard has been tutoring my son in high school algebra for about four months and has demonstrated that he is very proficient with the subject matter and, most importantly, he is able to communicate the information effectively to ... - Eileen, 167 lessons with Richard

Chicago, IL
I have taught high level English, business English and university level English including all facets of research writing from idea development to organization and structure to proofreading and editing.
I have taught high level English, business English and university level English including all facets of research writing from idea development to organization and structure to proofreading and editing.
I didn't have a clear picture in mind on how to improve my writing and speaking skills when I first met with Jen. All I knew is that I wanted to write better emails at work and get more comfortable speaking in business meetings. I... - Alena, 2 lessons with Jen

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I have my Masters in Education, and was certified to teach English as a second language in 2013.
I have my Masters in Education, and was certified to teach English as a second language in 2013.
Outstanding tutor! Angie tutored my son for his final exam in Dental Hygiene. From the outset, Angie demonstrated a remarkable level of professionalism, flexibility, and a truly creative teaching style that made a significant impa... - Sherri, 6 lessons with Angie

Chicago, IL
l have three professional certifications in ESL, IELTS and TOEFL and in basic U.S. immigration policy. l teach English in an allied healthcare school and now engaged in website administration and writing. l graduated with a bachelor's degree in English from the University of San Francisco and studied for my masteral...
l have three professional certifications in ESL, IELTS and TOEFL and in basic U.S. immigration policy. l teach English in an allied healthcare school and now engaged in website administration and writing. l graduated with a bachelor's degree in English from the University of San Francisco and studied for my masteral...
She is incredibly prepared and thorough. She teaches the melody of the language and really demonstrates patience. Connie also prepares wonderfully and fully leverages technology to assist the student. She provides meaningful and d... - Grant, 20 lessons with Connie

Chicago, IL
I learned English as a second language myself and have years living in the USA and Canada, exposed to environments where professional English is spoken. My own learning experience is key to understand the perspective of a foreign student. Of course, when applying to college in the US, I was required to prepare for TOEFL...
I learned English as a second language myself and have years living in the USA and Canada, exposed to environments where professional English is spoken. My own learning experience is key to understand the perspective of a foreign student. Of course, when applying to college in the US, I was required to prepare for TOEFL...

Chicago, IL
I am a previous college instructor who has big interest in foreign languages and different cultures. I also have helped many students from the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America improve their English skills.
I am a previous college instructor who has big interest in foreign languages and different cultures. I also have helped many students from the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America improve their English skills.

Chicago, IL
I am a PhD candidate at the University of Chicago, with a B.S. in Math & Physics from Yale and en-route M.S in Physics from UChicago. I am pursuing my College Teaching Certificate from UChicago, and I have TAed physics at UChicago. I have been studying mathematics and physics since 2016, and I have tutored 1-on-1 for...
I am a PhD candidate at the University of Chicago, with a B.S. in Math & Physics from Yale and en-route M.S in Physics from UChicago. I am pursuing my College Teaching Certificate from UChicago, and I have TAed physics at UChicago. I have been studying mathematics and physics since 2016, and I have tutored 1-on-1 for...
My daughter was struggling throughout her first semester and when she asked for help 2 weeks before finals, I requested George to teach her the concepts and help her think systematically while approaching problems. Despite his bus... - Riaz, 5 lessons with George

Chicago, IL
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Criminology from the University of Maryland and have earned several certifications that enhance my teaching capabilities, including Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), TESOL certification, and Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Specialist certification. Currently, I am pursuing additional...
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Criminology from the University of Maryland and have earned several certifications that enhance my teaching capabilities, including Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), TESOL certification, and Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Specialist certification. Currently, I am pursuing additional...

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For the past three years, I was living in Guatemala teaching solely ESL students. As a Social Studies and English teacher, I had to incorporate ESL techniques daily in my lesson plans. I feel very confident in my ability to improve the English skills of my students.
For the past three years, I was living in Guatemala teaching solely ESL students. As a Social Studies and English teacher, I had to incorporate ESL techniques daily in my lesson plans. I feel very confident in my ability to improve the English skills of my students.

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Hello! I am a math teacher at Stevenson High School in Illinois and a graduate of Miami University, where I earned degrees in Mathematics and Mathematics Education. I also earned a perfect score on the math section of the SAT. I bring strong content expertise in Algebra, Trigonometry, and Precalculus, and I specialize in...
Hello! I am a math teacher at Stevenson High School in Illinois and a graduate of Miami University, where I earned degrees in Mathematics and Mathematics Education. I also earned a perfect score on the math section of the SAT. I bring strong content expertise in Algebra, Trigonometry, and Precalculus, and I specialize in...

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My name is Cindy! I have a Bachelor's degree in French and Psychology and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have experience tutoring both ESL and French for college-age students in a one-on-one setting. I worked for 2 years in a Japanese high school, teaching conversational English, English writing, and...
My name is Cindy! I have a Bachelor's degree in French and Psychology and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have experience tutoring both ESL and French for college-age students in a one-on-one setting. I worked for 2 years in a Japanese high school, teaching conversational English, English writing, and...
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