The Best Language Tutors in Franklin Park, IL

I am a licensed elementary & special education teacher with experience teaching reading using a variety of methods to support learning and language needs, including multi-sensory instruction. I completed the dyslexia specialist certification (Certified Academic Language Practitioner) which includes...See Christina's full profile

Pre-Algebra is where math becomes a language, and I teach students how to read it. I’ve taught math full-time as a Peace Corps Volunteer (5th grade) and tutored upper-elementary students at Cornell through the REACH program, so I’m strong at making concepts understandable and repeatable. We focus on the core...See Connor'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

At UChicago, I continued expanding my experience in teaching Spanish as a second language, as well as Spanish for heritage speakers. Currently, I am a postdoctoral teaching fellow, also at UChicago, where I continue to teach Spanish language as well as literature. For the past year, I have been tutoring in...See Lizette's full profile

Hindi is my native language. All day I speak Hindi with my family, relatives, and friends native of India. I am fluent in both written and oral communication. It is one of the most spoken language in India.See Vinay'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

I have a certificate in the methodology and teaching of English as a foreign language along with a further TEFL certificate in teaching business English. From 2006 to 2016, I taught English in The Czech Republic to students of all ages. All of my classes were taught without using translation and with an emphasis...See James's full profile

I've been a professional web developer for the past 7+ years and have a thorough understanding of using HTML, along with CSS and Javascript, to build production web applications. I've used languages such as Ruby and Python to produce HTML on the backend of web apps. I'm also well-versed in the...See Ari'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

With a deep passion for language and a strong command of vocabulary, I help students not only learn new words but also understand their meanings, origins, and usage in context. I’ve always been fascinated by etymology, the history of words, and their connections to other languages. My approach to...See Hayden's full profile

I am a certified teacher with 21 years of teaching experience in independent, alternative, and public schools. I have a bachelor's degree from Duke University in English and Classical Languages and a master's degree in English Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have my Illinois...See Sarah's full profile

My name is Renee, but most of my students call me Señora. I am currently a teacher at a high performing high school in the western suburbs of Chicago. I fell in love with the Spanish language when I was a high school student. Since then I have traveled abroad extensively in Mexico and Spain. I also married...See Renee's full profile

I am certified in the Compton P-ESL method of accent modification. I am planning to get certified in ESL to expand my accent modification practice. I have a bachelor's degree in French and hold JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) level 3 certification. If you would like to improve your English...See Cynthia's full profile

I know what it feels like to find oneself struggling to comprehend a different country, culture, and language. I am fully aware of the specific issues that arise regarding pronunciation, grammar, spelling, writing, and reading comprehension according to the native language of many of my students, since I am...See Deborah's full profile

I’m currently teaching French as a freelance tutor at the beginning and intermediate levels. I studied French all four years of high school, passing the AP Exam with a four and passing out of the University of Michigan’s language requirement. I also interned abroad in Marseille, France after my junior year of...See Sabrina's full profile

As a seasoned tutor, I successfully prepared numerous students for prestigious national Romanian language Olympiads and I was always proud of their harvested results, which include top rankings and awards at these competitions. My intent is to spread this poetic language and to inspire a new generation of...See Andrada'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

Susan distinguished herself when she initiated, designed and taught the first interdisciplinary course of its kind in Illinois for the acquisition of language proficiency through the academic content of social sciences. She also expanded high school Spanish programs to all levels of course offerings and...See Susan's full profile

ESL (English as a Second Language) and ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) are critical areas for most schools (elementary and middle),as well as many businesses. With more and more people living in the United States that do not know English as a primary language, but want to learn, it is a...See Sally's full profile

Spanish Language and Culture Professor Taught over 110 university courses of the Spanish language in 12 years. Created and taught Spanish workshops for medical professionals , law enforcement personnel and firefighters. Have tutored privately to kids, teenagers and adults for over 15 years. Translated...See LAURA'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 participated in and excelled at a public speaking course from age 5 to age 17. I co-led a Public Speaking Club this summer for EFL (English as a Foreign Language) university students in China.See Stephanie's full profile

I studied Japanese for three and a half years at the University of Chicago and lived in Kyoto for seven months. I have taught English in Niigata prefecture for a summer. I passed the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N3. See JR'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

Hi! I've been a language and writing instructor at the City Colleges of Chicago for 31 years, helping students build their craft as writers and prepare undergraduate and graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions and creativity. I've tutored a variety of students from...See Jeff's full profile