The Best Literature Tutors in Chicago, IL

...a college prep high school, working one-on-one with dozens of students every week on all types of literary analysis projects for their classes in English, literature, history and a variety of other subjects....See Shane's full profile

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,...See Sebastian's full profile

Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. Emphasis on English & Literature Focus on ESL/ELLSee Paulla'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

I have been teaching AP Literature for 20 years and have experience teaching the curriculum to a wide range of learning styles and ability levels. I also read/score for the exam in early June. I have been a Reader for the College board for 9 years as well. My student pass rate sits at 87-88%. I hope to...See Julie's full profile

After double-majoring in literature and journalism in college, I have continued to read, analyze, and teach literature. For the past three years I have worked as an in-person and online tutor, helping high school and college students of all levels understand classic and modern novels, short stories, and...See Linda's full profile

I help students engage with literature through discussion, curiosity, and perspective rather than memorization or “right answers.” We explore ideas by distinguishing fact from opinion and practicing interpretation without pressure. Students are encouraged to consider multiple viewpoints and voices to deepen...See Anthony's full profile

I'm a PhD student at the University of Chicago, where I work with medieval books. Whether it's a three thousand year old poem or a story written yesterday, literature is for everyone. I'm passionate about making texts come alive for students, so that you can wrestle with literature just as...See Lilia's full profile

I have degrees in English (including business English, literature and creative writing) and Communication with a focus on public or mass communication. I was a part of the competitive mock trial team for my university, Kent State University, and still have contact with many of my professors. Among the classes I...See Jen's full profile

I'm a PhD candidate working as a researcher at UIC. I work in a role mentoring undergraduate and fellow graduate students in lecture and laboratory environments. My passion for organic synthesis has spanned thousands of reactions and afforded my team multiple total syntheses of natural products and novel medicinal...See Tim's full profile

I received my MAT in Latin and Classical Humanities from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and my BA in Classical Civilizations from the University of Michigan. My experience includes eight years as a classical languages, writing, and literature tutor, teaching students ranging from middle schoolers to...See Amelia's full profile

I have been a lifelong reader. I received a 5 on the AP literature exam. I continued to read literature through college, and took several literature courses.See Austin's full profile

Despite the fact that I can offer assistance in many subjects to students of all ages, my academic credentials and background which include two Master of Science degrees and several years of teaching experience at a college level make me more inclined to work with college and advanced high school students on science...See Aladdin's full profile

Professional counselor committed to helping mental health professionals overcome roadblocks to passing their licensure exam. More than just a tutor, I operate as a coach and mentor. I understand that critical thinking and content expertise are vital, but so is fostering confidence and resilience in my students. My...See Nadia's full profile

Given my diverse exposure in the world of communications, I have developed creative and meaningful approaches to tutoring...they make learning fun and a most rewarding experience, and a lifelong achievement for the individual. In addition to ESL for Immigrants, I also handle tutoring lessons in literature,...See Connie's full profile

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....See Molly's full profile

I’m currently a masters student getting my masters in social work. So I have a high level of reading comprehension, as I read academic literature and research for all of my grad level papers and assignments. I’m also someone who loves to read and deeply understands literature of all genres, and have...See Desideria's full profile

I'm an English maverick, Shakespeare specialist (and Bardophile!), and reading comprehension expert and strategist. I've developed a simple reading and annotation system that helps with literature comprehension and retention. Learn to read classics and new works, then write effective and cogent responses. See Karin's full profile

I have a deep love of American and English literature. More broadly, during past years, I've helped undergraduates and graduate students with essay writing and English. I facilitated understanding of organization, argumentation, citations, and grammar through questioning and dialogue. I am the author of a...See Moses's full profile

I am a recent graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, where I received B.A.s in English Literature and Film & Media Studies, with concentrations in Creative Writing and Film Production. I have been writing creatively since elementary school, and have several years of experience as a freelance tutor...See Cole's full profile

I excelled in my AP Literature class in high school and often helped others boost their essay writing skills and obtaining a 5 on the AP test. I also took an essay writing class at the University of Chicago back in 2023 and learned how to write rhetoric analysis at a college level. See Lincoln's full profile

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...See George's full profile

University of Houston B.A. in Philosophy/English (Double Major) 2014 Northwestern Law JD 2022 Human Situation Fellow (2015-2018): As part of the Human Situation Course (a "great works"/writing course required as part of UH's Honors curriculum), I held office hours weekly to help students improve their writing at all...See Nicholas's full profile

I've worked as a writing instructor for numerous Humanities classes, and have also taught and designed my own courses. I can help you with close-reading, and with writing strong papers in literature courses.See Susan's full profile

I have always loved the power of words. Are you working on reading literature or writing it, on comprehending books, or on applying to college? I became a lawyer in part because precise wording can change lives. As an instructor and coach, I help students and other clients who want to understand stories crafted by...See Valerie's full profile