The Best Reading Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

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

Not only do i have phonics training, which is essential to reading, but I also am proficient in many comprehension strategies, no matter your daughters grade level and ability level.See Jennifer's full profile

Working with me guarantees that admissions officers at your dream schools take your application seriously and advocate for your acceptance. As a proud alumna of Amherst College (regular decision acceptance rate: 11%), I know exactly what schools of this caliber are looking for in their future students. Send over your...See Eve's full profile

I am a certified Orton Gillingham tutor and am passionate about teaching struggling students how to read. Based on overwhelming research, this requires the use of an explicit or synthetic approach to phonics. I have many years of experience using the Wilson Phonics Program and the Orton-Gillingham approach and...See Daniel's full profile

I am an educator of English as well as Spanish and Latin dance. I have my masters in Secondary education with certificates in ESL, Bilingual, and middle grades education. My studies and 12+ years of experience teaching English internationally and in the Chicagoland area and suburbs have provided me with invaluable...See Jocelyn'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

Native English speaker and recent University of Michigan graduate. Current foreign language and incoming ESL tutor.See Sabrina's full profile

I received my BA in English from University of Utah and my MFA in creative Writing from Mills College. I know the subject inside and out. I have been passionate about reading and writing since I learned to read, and I have worked hard to learn as much as is possible about it, from grammar and punctuation...See Hilary's full profile

1 year Tutoring at Forging Opportunities for Refugee Americans (FORA). From helping sound out words to helping kids read on their own. I am there every step of the way making them feel confident in their reading abilities.See Siya's full profile

Doctorate level of education in Audiology. Excellent in spelling and grammar. Was in advanced classes in grammar school for reading.See Sheri's full profile

Education is one of the most valuable things you can acquire. Knowledge stays with you wherever you go and you can use it in the less unexpected situation. I was born and raise on Peru, South America. My interest in music began when I was 9 years old. I came to USA when I was 17 and started attending college. I have...See SUSANA's full profile

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...See Richard's full profile

I find it extremely gratifying when my students realize that a so-called "dead" language can actually be relevant to their lives! When tutoring Latin, I like to focus on using various strategies to help students "read with expectations, " meaning that students engage in linear reading...See Amelia's full profile

Over the years, I've tutored many students and many subjects, from high school math and geometry to college writing and literature. My experience is broad, and while my personal strength lies in the writing and reading borne out of an undergraduate double major in English and Philosophy, I have proficiencies...See Sean's full profile

I have over 11 years of experience helping students of all ages strengthen their reading skills, from early decoding to advanced comprehension. My approach is grounded in structured literacy and Orton–Gillingham–inspired methods, using sequential, cumulative, and multisensory instruction to build decoding,...See Ann's full profile

I’m a lifelong learner and career educator. I teach all parts of standardized test prep, specializing in critical reading and annotation strategies, grammar fundamentals, and effective essay writing for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, ISEE, HSPT, AP, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, TOEFL, and more. I teach and lecture at universities and...See Karin's full profile

Subjects I tutor: Essay Writing & English – structure, argumentation, grammar, and clarity Creative Writing & Literature – developing voice, storytelling, and close reading Interview Preparation – articulating strengths, mock interviews, presentation coaching Marketing & Copywriting –...See Izidora's full profile

Currently, I offer one-on-one tutoring in all courses listed both in-person or online. I am a native speaker and writer of Mexican descent. I have spoken, read, and written in Spanish since I was a child, and I am just as proficient in Spanish as I am in English. I have also taken Honors Spanish I - IV in high...See Giovanni'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 was awarded the Howard Nemerov Creative Writing scholarship at the university, and have received competitive writing awards...See Cole's full profile

After tutoring my own four children and many of their friends in preparation for the SAT Reading test, I have begun working with other students. I know the test well and can help students improve. I am patient and kind, yet able to motivate students to work hard and achieve their potential. I majored in English...See Linda's full profile

I have over 20 years of experience tutoring in math and science. I have a strong math and science foundation. I received my PhD in Molecular Genetics in 2006 from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and I currently work at the University of Chicago as a research scientist. I use math and science in my everyday life....See Carrie'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

Throughout that time, I've taught explicit phonics instruction, designed targeted reading groups based on student data, and worked one-on-one with children who were struggling to find their footing with reading. I've also trained extensively in structured literacy and evidence-based...See Megan's full profile

I also excel in classrooms catering to diverse learning needs. As a dedicated tutor, I've guided students across all grade levels to success, offering comprehensive support in every subject- typically specializing in reading and writing. Beyond the classroom, I've left an indelible mark as a Summer...See Vanessa's full profile

I also attended Northwestern University’s Doctorate of Audiology program and graduated in 2020. 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...See Melanie's full profile