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Emily D. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emily D.
45/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Elementary Teacher/Tutor for Reading Enrichment, Math, Science

I am a certified elementary teacher with a Master's in Teaching and additional coursework in reading instruction, as well as a background in science and the arts. I have worked as a regular classroom teacher, an after school "Teacher in the Library" providing homework help, and an intervention teacher, supporting...

5.0 (15)
45/hour
27 hours tutoring

I am a certified elementary teacher with a Master's in Teaching and additional coursework in reading instruction, as well as a background in science and the arts. I have worked as a regular classroom teacher, an after school "Teacher in the Library" providing homework help, and an intervention teacher, supporting...

Erin C. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Erin C.
45/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced Elementary School Teacher with a Master's in Education

I am a certified educator with over 7 years of classroom experience, teaching grades 1, 4, 6, 7, and 8 in Chicago Public Schools and beyond. I specialize in Reading and Language Arts, with a particular passion for literacy and building strong foundational skills in younger learners. My teaching style is interactive...

5.0 (3)
45/hour
9 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutes

I am a certified educator with over 7 years of classroom experience, teaching grades 1, 4, 6, 7, and 8 in Chicago Public Schools and beyond. I specialize in Reading and Language Arts, with a particular passion for literacy and building strong foundational skills in younger learners. My teaching style is interactive...

Thomas S. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Thomas S.
60/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Medical Student Specializing in STEM Subjects

Hello! I am currently a fourth-year medical student at Rush Medical College, with a strong background in science and a passion for teaching. Prior to medical school, I completed my undergraduate studies with a focus in biology and public health, and I also served as a Teaching Fellow at the Yale School of Public Health,...

5.0 (8)
60/hour
14 hours tutoring

Hello! I am currently a fourth-year medical student at Rush Medical College, with a strong background in science and a passion for teaching. Prior to medical school, I completed my undergraduate studies with a focus in biology and public health, and I also served as a Teaching Fellow at the Yale School of Public Health,...

Paulla F. Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Paulla F.
40/hour

Des Plaines, IL

Master's degree educator w/20+ years Operations Managment experience

Welcome and well met - and thank you for reading my bio. I'm not just a person who loves teaching. It's literally WHO I AM. I have been a tutor on Wyzant's platform since 2013. I'm experienced in Language Arts content, and teaching English as a Second Language is my specialty. I'm adaptable to students of all ages...

5.0 (130)
40/hour
274 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

Welcome and well met - and thank you for reading my bio. I'm not just a person who loves teaching. It's literally WHO I AM. I have been a tutor on Wyzant's platform since 2013. I'm experienced in Language Arts content, and teaching English as a Second Language is my specialty. I'm adaptable to students of all ages...

Gail K. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gail K.
55/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Patient and Supportive Tutor Specializing in ADHD and Pre-K - 4th Math

Hello! My name is Gail Katz, and I taught school for many years before becoming a full-time substitute and private tutor. My years of substituting are equivalent to approximately 6 full years of teaching experience. I have substituted most grade levels, as well as most subject areas. Since I have experience...

4.9 (13)
55/hour
63 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Gail Katz, and I taught school for many years before becoming a full-time substitute and private tutor. My years of substituting are equivalent to approximately 6 full years of teaching experience. I have substituted most grade levels, as well as most subject areas. Since I have experience...

Samantha R. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samantha R.
50/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Certified Elementary Teacher (Bilingual in Spanish)

I completed my master's in Elementary Education in June 2019 and have my Elementary teaching certification, as well as an ESL and Bilingual Spanish endorsement. I currently work as a 4th grade dual language teacher, but also have experience teaching and tutoring all grades from kindergarten-3rd (both in-person and...

5.0 (15)
50/hour
35 hours tutoring

I completed my master's in Elementary Education in June 2019 and have my Elementary teaching certification, as well as an ESL and Bilingual Spanish endorsement. I currently work as a 4th grade dual language teacher, but also have experience teaching and tutoring all grades from kindergarten-3rd (both in-person and...

Ekta K. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ekta K.
35/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced, Engaging, and Eager Reading & Writing Tutor

I also have worked at my University's writing center providing assistance to college students in their thesis statements, final papers, etc. My math qualifications range from Elementary (K-6th) math to Algebra 1&2; my reading/writing skills range from grammar to reading comprehension and essay...

4.9 (64)
35/hour
446 hours tutoring

I also have worked at my University's writing center providing assistance to college students in their thesis statements, final papers, etc. My math qualifications range from Elementary (K-6th) math to Algebra 1&2; my reading/writing skills range from grammar to reading comprehension and essay...

Jennifer L. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jennifer L.
50/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

A positive, engaging, and dedicated elementary school teacher!

Hello, My name is Ms. Jennifer L. I am an elementary school teacher, who is still very new to the teaching world. I am currently in my second year of teaching first and second grade. I love being in the classroom, and I know this is the ideal career for me. My patience and ability to show empathy are two of my best...

5.0 (2)
50/hour
45 hours tutoring

Hello, My name is Ms. Jennifer L. I am an elementary school teacher, who is still very new to the teaching world. I am currently in my second year of teaching first and second grade. I love being in the classroom, and I know this is the ideal career for me. My patience and ability to show empathy are two of my best...

Chhavi P. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chhavi P.
55/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Study with me!Top-rated SAT/ACT, Writing, History, and Test Prep Tutor

Do you need to prepare for the SAT English portion? Need effective Reading strategies? Vocabulary and Grammar instruction required? I am a patient, knowledgeable tutor. A certified teacher, I am registered in the state of Illinois. I have an endorsement in ESL and Hindi. I tutor Reading, Writing, Elementary Math,...

4.9 (158)
55/hour
463 hours tutoring

Do you need to prepare for the SAT English portion? Need effective Reading strategies? Vocabulary and Grammar instruction required? I am a patient, knowledgeable tutor. A certified teacher, I am registered in the state of Illinois. I have an endorsement in ESL and Hindi. I tutor Reading, Writing, Elementary Math,...

Camila N. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Camila N.
45/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced Reading & Writing Tutor for All Ages

Hi! My name is Camila and I am currently a graduate student at Northwestern University, getting my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have recently graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology with a minor in Linguistics. I am originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil and...

5.0 (139)
45/hour
1,052 hours tutoring

Hi! My name is Camila and I am currently a graduate student at Northwestern University, getting my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have recently graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology with a minor in Linguistics. I am originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil and...

Emma Y. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Emma Y.
50/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

EXTROVERTED Ivy League AP, SAT, WRITING teacher

My name is Ms. Emma, and I graduated from Cornell University in 2020 with a degree in Environmental Science, earning Cum Laude honors. Balancing academics, a social life, maintaining physical fitness, and working as a research assistant in a lab while at Cornell taught me discipline and time management. This ability to...

4.7 (7)
50/hour
74 hours tutoring

My name is Ms. Emma, and I graduated from Cornell University in 2020 with a degree in Environmental Science, earning Cum Laude honors. Balancing academics, a social life, maintaining physical fitness, and working as a research assistant in a lab while at Cornell taught me discipline and time management. This ability to...

Iliana M. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Iliana M.
100/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Wilson® Dyslexia Practitioner (W.D.P.), OG certified/Sped Teacher

I am a special education teacher in the state of Illinois with 12 years of experience. I am a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner as well as certified in the Orton-Gillingham approach trained through the Children's Dyslexia Centers. Many of my students or clients have an array of deficits, and with the knowledge of many these...

5.0 (156)
100/hour
486 hours tutoring

I am a special education teacher in the state of Illinois with 12 years of experience. I am a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner as well as certified in the Orton-Gillingham approach trained through the Children's Dyslexia Centers. Many of my students or clients have an array of deficits, and with the knowledge of many these...

Elisa V. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Elisa V.
65/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

MBA Grad | Expert in Business, Operations, & Accounting

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...

4.6 (8)
65/hour
115 hours tutoring

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...

Warren T. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Warren T.
65/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Georgetown Grad, 99% SAT, 95% MCAT, 94% GMAT, 5/5 on 7 AP exams

It might seem strange to say, but I am sort of a tutoring expert. When I was a younger student, I was the annoying kid that usually got the highest grade without studying. Maybe I was accidentally annoying my fellow students, but as your tutor, I can be your best friend. I have been told I can tutor anything. I have even...

4.9 (26)
65/hour
67 hours tutoring

It might seem strange to say, but I am sort of a tutoring expert. When I was a younger student, I was the annoying kid that usually got the highest grade without studying. Maybe I was accidentally annoying my fellow students, but as your tutor, I can be your best friend. I have been told I can tutor anything. I have even...

Gabriel V. Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gabriel V.
60/hour

Des Plaines, IL

Master Mathematics and Science Teacher, ACT/SAT Test Prep Tutor

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...

5.0 (2418)
60/hour
9,195 hours tutoring

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...

NelliRose F. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
NelliRose F.
65/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Reminding students how awesome they are!

Hello! I work with students & adults in the Oak Park and nearby neighborhoods. I started tutoring very early on in my career and have never been able to give it up. The ability to focus all my energy on one student at a time, connect with that child and learn their goals, insecurities and all they are carrying in...

5.0 (20)
65/hour
42 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutes

Hello! I work with students & adults in the Oak Park and nearby neighborhoods. I started tutoring very early on in my career and have never been able to give it up. The ability to focus all my energy on one student at a time, connect with that child and learn their goals, insecurities and all they are carrying in...

Geri F. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Geri F.
45/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Educational / Special Education Specialist/ K-6 Reading, Math, Science

My name is Geri and I'd like to tell you about myself. I am an experienced teacher holding a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Special Education. I am a certified Learning and Behavior Specialist with additional state certifications. I worked as a special education teacher for over 30...

5.0 (413)
45/hour
1,821 hours tutoring

My name is Geri and I'd like to tell you about myself. I am an experienced teacher holding a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in Special Education. I am a certified Learning and Behavior Specialist with additional state certifications. I worked as a special education teacher for over 30...

Daniel L. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel L.
225/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Certified Orton Gillingham Tutor for reading, writing, and math

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...

5.0 (168)
225/hour
818 hours tutoring

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...

Rachel R. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rachel R.
125/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Certified Middle School Teacher with Master’s in Gifted Ed – Math

Hi, I’m Rachel—a passionate and patient tutor with a strong background in middle school math and science. I hold a master’s degree in Gifted Education and a bachelor’s degree in Education, with certifications in both middle grades math and science. For over six years, I’ve taught in a classroom setting, working...

5.0 (5)
125/hour
16 hours tutoring

Hi, I’m Rachel—a passionate and patient tutor with a strong background in middle school math and science. I hold a master’s degree in Gifted Education and a bachelor’s degree in Education, with certifications in both middle grades math and science. For over six years, I’ve taught in a classroom setting, working...

Deborah P. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deborah P.
96/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Highly Experienced Certified Teacher: WRITING and ITALIAN

I lived in Florence, Italy for twenty-five years, and am completely fluent in Italian. I have taught Italian language and culture for a total of ten years in two public school districts, as well as privately (as an online and in-person tutor) for twenty years. I am a certified teacher in Illinois and possess a Master...

5.0 (1733)
96/hour
3,655 hours tutoring

I lived in Florence, Italy for twenty-five years, and am completely fluent in Italian. I have taught Italian language and culture for a total of ten years in two public school districts, as well as privately (as an online and in-person tutor) for twenty years. I am a certified teacher in Illinois and possess a Master...

Marie R. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marie R.
40/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced and Effective Spanish, English Lit, and ESL Tutor

Experience: -MA in Spanish -6years of tutoring experience, and 4 years of classroom experience teaching Spanish (age range K-post college) -Language and literature Spanish teaching experience at Loyola University Chicago -sole k-8 Spanish teacher for 450 students -Spanish tutoring from beginning to advanced and from...

5.0 (137)
40/hour
362 hours tutoring

Experience: -MA in Spanish -6years of tutoring experience, and 4 years of classroom experience teaching Spanish (age range K-post college) -Language and literature Spanish teaching experience at Loyola University Chicago -sole k-8 Spanish teacher for 450 students -Spanish tutoring from beginning to advanced and from...

Matthew P. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew P.
38/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

MD passionate about helping others truly understand things.

I've been blessed to be a medical doctor in Family Practice for nearly twenty years. Currently serving in a part-time position, my time is freed up to pursue this passion I have for teaching and tutoring. The son of a high school teacher and principal, I have seen both richly demonstrated, as well as personally...

4.9 (89)
38/hour
489 hours tutoring

I've been blessed to be a medical doctor in Family Practice for nearly twenty years. Currently serving in a part-time position, my time is freed up to pursue this passion I have for teaching and tutoring. The son of a high school teacher and principal, I have seen both richly demonstrated, as well as personally...

Mallory L. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mallory L.
70/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced Elementary Teacher Specializing in K-5 Instruction

My name is Mallory Lawler, and I am a Professional Learning Specialist at West40 ISC (a regional office of education) where I support, coach, and train teachers across 40 districts in West Cook County. I graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Psychology and magna cum laude with...

5.0 (2)
70/hour
101 hours tutoring

My name is Mallory Lawler, and I am a Professional Learning Specialist at West40 ISC (a regional office of education) where I support, coach, and train teachers across 40 districts in West Cook County. I graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Psychology and magna cum laude with...

Emily S. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for in-person tutoring
Emily S.
115/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Amazing Math Tutor On The North Shore

Hello. I have been tutoring the North Shore for almost 20 years. My areas of specialty are Junior High and High School math. My present students are in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I and II, Geometry, and Trigonometry. Currently I tutor 20 students a week but I still have some availability. I have many references available to...

5.0 (5)
115/hour
9 hours tutoring

Hello. I have been tutoring the North Shore for almost 20 years. My areas of specialty are Junior High and High School math. My present students are in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I and II, Geometry, and Trigonometry. Currently I tutor 20 students a week but I still have some availability. I have many references available to...

Marion T. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for in-person tutoring
Marion T.
25/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Not your average tutor, an Educational Therapist

In addition to a Master’s degree in Education, I am certified by the Illinois State Board of Education in elementary and secondary Learning Behavior Specialist. I provide individualized intensive intervention utilizing specific, and when appropriate, alternative teaching strategies. I have found that working with a...

4.9 (48)
25/hour
208 hours tutoring

In addition to a Master’s degree in Education, I am certified by the Illinois State Board of Education in elementary and secondary Learning Behavior Specialist. I provide individualized intensive intervention utilizing specific, and when appropriate, alternative teaching strategies. I have found that working with a...

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His 1st grade teacher said there was no way he would get to grade level before 2nd grade. He is now going into 2nd grade reading...slowly but reading! His teacher was amazed at his progress. He would not have been able to accomplish this with just home help. Belinda has been so patient and encouraging to my son. Her teaching methods are individualized specifically to his learning style. She has years of experience and I am privileged to have her tutor my son.
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My daughter struggled in grasping the concepts she was taught in 1st grade in elementary math: addition, subtraction, place value, time and money. In just a short period of time (4 lessons), she has made a vast improvement, and is beginning to complete tasks on her own without help. Danaya has helped her build the foundation that was lacking in 1st grade, giving her the confidence and praise to be successful, so she isn't left behind when she enters 2nd grade this Fall.
ERICA T.

47 lessons

Soon after with my son being comfortable with her we started 2 hour long sessions twice a week. We have continued that to present time. My son's improvement has been amazing and at the end of 2nd grade he was reading independently and at the level he should be. By continuing the sessions it has kept him confident about his reading and writing, which has given him a great start for 3rd grade. Tina has been flexible, reliable and respectful to my child's needs. I greatly recommend her.
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