The Best Study Skills Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

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K-12 Credentialed teacher. College Apps, Essay Writing, and French.

... Help, Writing, and Reading classes for the city of Manhattan Beach. I can help motivate students, help them organize, and teach general test-taking and studying skills and strategies. ... See Erin's full profile

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A decade of engaging, creative, and globally informed content

I have a masters degree, 7 years experience teaching high school, and I have tutored for over 2 years a variety of students. I have also been an advisor for 6 years which encourages support and guidance for study skills as well as socio-emotional learning. See Vanessa's full profile

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TOP 10% WYZANT TUTOR!!! 655 FIVE STAR RATINGS!!! ACT/SAT!!!

I mostly work with students now on the ACT & SAT. For the ACT, we will go over content that you must know for English & Math. For ex, there are specific reasons when to use a comma. Most likely, you were never taught that. In order to improve your score on the English section, you must learn and study that... See Michael's full profile

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Experienced Test Prep and English Expert

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

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Study Skills Instructor

I have had decades of Elementary, Secondary, & Higher Education, and have developed numerous techniques and habits for taking in information, working through it, and turning in/answering homework, assignments, and tests. I am aware of the different learning styles of students, and will adapt my tutoring according to... See Matthew's full profile

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Ivy League educated recent physics Master’s graduate

My approach to tutoring is always to put the student first, and find a bridge between the “right way” the teacher dictates, and a student’s unique background and understanding. I work to imbue my students with deeper understandings, and general simple principles that can be easily remembered for them to fall back... See Adrian's full profile

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10 yr vet. Math/English/Writing/Vocab Tutor for 2nd - 10th students

I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. Regarding study skills, I had poor study skills until college. I went to the student help center and learned about time management, organization, test taking skills, and essay skills. For certification, I have just finished reading and... See Peter's full profile

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Medical Student | Pre-Med Sciences & USMLE Step 1 Tutor

Are you struggling to turn dense science content into strong exam performance? As a third-year medical student, I help students master Biology, Anatomy, and Biochemistry by focusing on understanding first and strategy second. Whether you’re preparing for a college exam, pre-med coursework, or USMLE Step 1, I’ll... See Chimma's full profile

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Engaging, creative, and effective K-6 and special education tutor

Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I would love to tutor your student! I am certified in Elementary Education and I am endorsed to teach special education. After graduation I worked as an Instructional Assistant in special education for four years, providing one-on-one assistance for children with special needs and small... See Elizabeth's full profile

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Doctorate of Audiology with years of tutoring experience

Hello everyone! My name is Melanie, and I’m here for all of your tutoring needs. I graduated in the top 3% of my class at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in Speech and Hearing Science. I also attended Northwestern University’s Doctorate of Audiology program and graduated in 2020. I currently work as an... See Melanie's full profile

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University of Chicago PhD student, Yale Grad for STEM Tutoring

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

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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... See Rachel's full profile

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Medical Student - 8+ Years Tutoring Test Prep, STEM, and Writing

I am a medical student at the Tulane University School of Medicine and have over eight years of experience in tutoring subjects including science, writing, math, college test prep, and proofreading. My teaching style focuses on setting personal goals for each student and steadily raising the bar. I am always open to... See Deeya's full profile

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Get Organized and Excel! Learn to perform well on Tests.

I am qualified in tutoring study skills as I have prepared my students for the GRE, IELTS Academic and General modules. Preparations for these language proficiency exams require study over a long period of time, organization, preparation, and test taking skills. I have guided my students through their curriculum,... See Chhavi's full profile

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Patient National Tutoring Association Certified Tutor

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,... See Chernyeh's full profile

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Elementary and Middle School Tutor

Hi there! I'm Mina, a new graduate from UC San Diego. I took many courses on child development and curriculum design during my undergraduate experience, and I'm excited to utilize everything I've learned as a postgrad to help your child thrive. I'm super interested in learning science, so I always make sure to stay up to... See Mina's full profile

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Educational Therapist Specializing in ADHD ASD & Executive Function

Experienced Counselor Educator with a passion for helping students become self-directed learners who take an active role in their education. Expertise in executive function, college coaching, study skills, test prep, ADHD, developing individualized learning plans and IEPs/504 process. See Nadia's full profile

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AP High School Teacher specializing in Psychology & College Essays

I have been a high school teacher for 15 years in both AP and regular level classes. I work with students on a daily basis on organization, study skill, and time management. In addition, I am the director of a college prep program at the high school. See Melissa's full profile

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Experienced Online & Personal Tutor Dedicated to Student Success!

I'm Giovanni (you can call me Gio for short)! I graduated summa cum laude from Warren Township High School and I'm currently a senior at Vanderbilt University working towards two Bachelor's Degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. I have always approached tutoring and teaching the same way since the... See Giovanni's full profile

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

I have helped students of all ages in their study and organization skills. These skills are more important than learning any one particular subject, especially for long term success. I believe that creating a schedule, planning out tasks, using a calendar to track important dates and understanding how to... See Warren's full profile

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NCE Prep + Spanish Tutor

Hi, I’m Jess! I’m an experienced tutor with over four years of tutoring experience across various subjects. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling, giving me both the academic foundation and real-world expertise to support learners in meaningful ways. ✅ NCE... See Jessica's full profile

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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... See Daniel's full profile

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Amazing Math Tutor On The North Shore

I am a "multi-purpose" tutor who specializes in all levels of math, writing, biology, and study skills. My present caseload includes students in middle school and higher. I have been tutoring in the area for over 13 years. I believe an organized student is better abled to tackle more challenging... See Emily's full profile

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Latin/English Tutor Specializing in Grammar, Translation, and Writing

I assist students in better understanding their learning styles and devising effective study strategies specific to the needs of individual students. I also help students to keep up with their coursework and homework, using lesson plans and scheduling systems. I work with my tutees to improve their studying skills... See Naomi's full profile

Experienced Test Prep (GRE, SAT, ACT, GED) and Math/Statistics Tutor

I have a Master's degree in psychology from New York University and extensive experience teaching and tutoring hundreds of high school, undergraduate, and graduate-level students in test preparation (GRE/SAT), Statistics, and Psychology. I have... See Chelsea's full profile