The Best Language Tutors in Chicago, IL

As a professional journalist, I'm always thinking about the best way to convey complex ideas and emotions through language. That's why I love creative writing of all forms—the challenge it poses, the artistry of crafting sentences, and the emotional exploration it allows. Whether you want help revising...See Emma's full profile

My love of the Russian language began in high school when the Soviet Union was still a country. A required foreign language course led to study abroad in Leningrad, a consulting career in Russia and then positions in Washington, DC working on bilateral relations. I have lived in Russia and Central Asia...See Kelly's full profile

I received my MA in Classics from the University of Maryland and graduated with a 4.0 GPA. While there, I pursued coursework in Greek and Latin literature, and taught classes in mythology and history. As a tutor, I am passionate about bringing the past alive for students. Classics can be overcomplicated in the classroom;...See Lilia's full profile

Minor in French from university Studied French consistently from middle school through college Ongoing language practice through Duolingo and immersion materials Traveled to France for cultural and language exposure Experienced tutor with a strong focus on pronunciation, vocabulary, and...See Hala's full profile

Finally, I have many years of experience tutoring English and writing, and can provide tremendous support on the variety of questions generally tested on the reading and language usage of the TEAS. I have an enormous amount of resources and TEAS practice problems to help students adequately prepare for the TEAS...See James's full profile

I am fluent in Hindi as it is my native language from the country of my birth, India. I consider both English and Hindi to be my first languages. I am confident in my knowledge of reading, writing, speaking of Hindi, as well as grammar, spelling, and all other aspects of this language. I have studied...See Chhavi's full profile

I have taken several college-level courses in computer programming, including C++ and Matlab programming languages. I am also in a PhD program for which I write computer programs for science research. I like to focus on programming concepts when tutoring, and break down confusing computer algorithms into simple,...See Kayla's full profile

I come from a Mexican American background and speak Spanish fluently as a second language. I speak it daily with family members and colleagues, and can help you learn the nuances of the language via reading, writing, listening, verbal exercises, understanding the vocal production of Spanish-specific...See Mathew's full profile

I’ve also been interviewed for TV, radio, and magazines, so I understand how to help clients express themselves authentically and confidently under pressure. As a published author and translator, I bring a deep understanding of language, storytelling, and structure to every session. I’ve taught and given...See Izidora's full profile

Native Polish speaker with a strong command of grammar, pronunciation, and conversational fluency. I help students of all levels improve speaking, reading, and writing through clear explanations, practical exercises, and real-world language use. In addition to Polish language support, I also assist...See Nicole's full profile

I have six years of experience teaching ESL and specializing in accent reduction through my work with the ESL program at Catholic Charities in New Orleans. Working with adult learners from diverse language backgrounds, I focus on helping students speak more clearly and confidently in situations including work,...See Deeya's full profile

In my professional life I develop computer programs for applications to science, so I am comfortable with helping others learn computer fundamentals or work on basic code (python, Matlab/Octave, and bash are my preferred languages). My goal as a tutor is not to be another teacher, dictating what a student...See Erica's full profile

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 have directed SAT summer camps for two international organizations,...See Jason's full profile

Within public schools internationally, in the suburbs of Chicago, and in Chicago Public Schools, I have taken on the roles of: -English and Language Arts Classroom and Homeroom Teacher -Writing Interventionist using Lucy Calkins Writers' Workshop Model -Writing Interventionist using Step Up to Writing...See Jocelyn's full profile

I help students improve spelling through practice, repetition, and personal relevance. We focus on words connected to the student’s interests and everyday language so spelling feels meaningful instead of abstract. By making spelling engaging and low-pressure, students build confidence and accuracy naturally....See Anthony's full profile

I have several years of experience as a professional trainer for adults, and have worked one on one with children ages 4 years to 12 years for over 8 years, focusing on child development and building learning skills in the areas of English, language arts, vocabulary, reading and writing. I really love working...See Colette's full profile

I also love coaching students on which readers for beginners that they should incorporate into their Spanish study- so often it is hard for learners to find materials that are comprehensible to them. While I love teaching people who actually want to attain proficiency in a language, I realize that life is busy,...See Gregory's full profile

I have fifteen years of experience teaching language arts, science, math, art, and music in a homeschool environment. I taught all elementary school subjects for ten years and high school subjects for five years. I used an eclectic approach to homeschooling, combining various homeschool curricula to individualize...See Sharon's full profile

I currently work as an audiologist at an ENT practice. I have years of experience as a tutor for all ages, and various subjects. I worked as a reading and writing tutor throughout high school, and as a sign language and writing tutor for college athletes at the University of Illinois. During grad school, I was...See Melanie's full profile

I have taught students from the 6th grade to the 12th grade. Throughout those years I have tried to provide my students with relevant experiences to improve their knowledge of the French language and culture. I am not just familiar with the language but I am also a teacher and certified to teach....See Miller's full profile

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.See Aladdin's full profile

I love to cook and I also had a lot of fun giving cooking lessons to my students. I worked for the Italian Cultural Institute and its Language School in Chicago and many other Language Schools and thanks to that I met very interesting people, among them some Opera singers from the Opera Theater in...See Lia's full profile

I have a master's degree in special education and a thorough understanding of the K-6 curriculum and how to meet the needs of students, especially those that are struggling. Whether it's language arts, math, science, social studies or executive functioning, I have a myriad of tools to enable students to...See Daniel's full profile

I have always loved the beauty, power, and precision of the English language. Proper English can elevate your coursework in almost any subject, and can elevate your professional standing. I have worked with native English speakers and non-native speakers to improve their reading comprehension, writing skills, and...See Valerie's full profile

I began studying the Hebrew Bible in my M.Div. before receiving further training in an MTS and now my current PhD program. The Hebrew Bible is my specialty, and I know not only Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic but have experience in 6 other languages related to my study (Akkadian, Ugaritic, Syriac, Sumerian, Luwian,...See Andrew's full profile