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Kyla L. Oswego, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kyla L.
40/hour

Oswego, IL

Experienced Elementary Teacher (Reading, Math, Writing, ESL, Spanish)

Teaching has always been my passion. From babysitting to leading summer camps, I have always enjoyed helping children learn.  I received my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with English as a Second Language (ESL) and Spanish... See Kyla's full profile

5.0 (23)
40/hour
143 hours tutoring
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Teaching has always been my passion. From babysitting to leading summer camps, I have always enjoyed helping children learn.  I received my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with English as a Second Language (ESL) and Spanish...See Kyla's full profile

Karin M. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karin M.
54/hour

Chicago, IL

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,... See Karin's full profile

5.0 (24)
54/hour
234 hours tutoring
Response Time: 19 minutes
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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,...See Karin's full profile

Vanessa C. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vanessa C.
65/hour

Chicago, IL

Improve your reading and writing with an experienced HS Teacher

Hi Everyone! I am Miss Vanessa C. and am excited about the opportunity to help you improve your tests scores, your college admission exams, or simply improve your reading and writing abilities! With my background in Social Science education, I am... See Vanessa's full profile

5.0 (3)
65/hour
20 hours tutoring
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Hi Everyone! I am Miss Vanessa C. and am excited about the opportunity to help you improve your tests scores, your college admission exams, or simply improve your reading and writing abilities! With my background in Social Science education, I am...See Vanessa's full profile

Aladdin A. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aladdin A.
50/hour

Chicago, IL

A Well-Rounded, Experienced, and Science-Oriented Tutor

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... See Aladdin's full profile

4.9 (773)
50/hour
3,098 hours tutoring
Response Time: 6 minutes
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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...See Aladdin's full profile

Sally M. Roselle, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sally M.
50/hour

Roselle, IL

Experienced tutor for writing, editing, proofreading, Spanish/ESL

...words spelled the same but have different pronunciations and meanings, are three of the main areas that could cause an ESL or ESOL student much confusion. I think it is best to begin by determining what level (if any) the student has in the English... See Sally's full profile

4.9 (72)
50/hour
490 hours tutoring
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...words spelled the same but have different pronunciations and meanings, are three of the main areas that could cause an ESL or ESOL student much confusion. I think it is best to begin by determining what level (if any) the student has in the English...See Sally's full profile

Ajami W. Gurnee, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ajami W.
199/hour

Gurnee, IL

A Bilingual Journey!

Ajami the author of the book, Bilingual Secrets - The Secrets To Becoming Bilingual, is passionate about learning and teaching foreign languages. He can tutor you in English, Spanish or Portuguese. He is a native English speaker and is also fluent... See Ajami's full profile

5.0 (2)
199/hour
26 hours tutoring
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Ajami the author of the book, Bilingual Secrets - The Secrets To Becoming Bilingual, is passionate about learning and teaching foreign languages. He can tutor you in English, Spanish or Portuguese. He is a native English speaker and is also fluent...See Ajami's full profile

Jennifer D. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jennifer D.
77/hour

Chicago, IL

ADHD Writing Tutor and Teen Motivation Coach

I am a writing tutor with over 13 years of experience. I also have tutored subjects in chemistry and science, however, my tutoring and coaching practice has moved to exclusively offering writing tutoring and teen motivation coaching based on... See Jennifer's full profile

4.8 (58)
77/hour
250 hours tutoring
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I am a writing tutor with over 13 years of experience. I also have tutored subjects in chemistry and science, however, my tutoring and coaching practice has moved to exclusively offering writing tutoring and teen motivation coaching based on...See Jennifer's full profile

James L. Schaumburg, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
James L.
100/hour

Schaumburg, IL

180 LSAT Scorer! (Plus physics, calculus, writing, and more)

My greatest specialty is with the law school entrance exam, known (and dreaded) by soon-to-be law students as the LSAT. I've taught the LSAT for 11 years, scored a 180 on the September 2009 LSAT, and several of my students scored in the 99th... See James's full profile

4.9 (139)
100/hour
832 hours tutoring
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My greatest specialty is with the law school entrance exam, known (and dreaded) by soon-to-be law students as the LSAT. I've taught the LSAT for 11 years, scored a 180 on the September 2009 LSAT, and several of my students scored in the 99th...See James's full profile

Melissa R. Cary, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Melissa R.
50/hour

Cary, IL

Dyslexia, Public Speaking, Writing, and Career Prep Tutor

Attention: Presently, I do not have any more "after-school" central time zone hours available. If you are seeking tutoring before 2 p.m central time or an occasional weekend session, we may be able to find a matching time slot. Otherwise, feel... See Melissa's full profile

4.9 (1072)
50/hour
4,146 hours tutoring
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Attention: Presently, I do not have any more "after-school" central time zone hours available. If you are seeking tutoring before 2 p.m central time or an occasional weekend session, we may be able to find a matching time slot. Otherwise, feel...See Melissa's full profile

Tricia S. Rockford, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tricia S.
35/hour

Rockford, IL

Miss Tricia: Masters Degree/ Certified Teacher

I am a Certified Teacher-Kindergarten-9th grade. I have over 15 years experience working with all age groups, from pre-schoolers to college students, in various areas, especially Math & Reading. I have tutored English in the ESL English as a... See Tricia's full profile

4.9 (50)
35/hour
119 hours tutoring
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I am a Certified Teacher-Kindergarten-9th grade. I have over 15 years experience working with all age groups, from pre-schoolers to college students, in various areas, especially Math & Reading. I have tutored English in the ESL English as a...See Tricia's full profile

Brian K. Winfield, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian K.
48/hour

Winfield, IL

Passionate and Experienced Foreign Language/ESL/Linguistics Tutor

My name is Brian, I am a language learning and linguistics tutor. I graduated from College of DuPage with an Associates of Arts with a concentration in Foreign Languages and Linguistics and graduated from UIC with a BA in Hispanic Linguistics. I... See Brian's full profile

5.0 (7)
48/hour
11 hours tutoring
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My name is Brian, I am a language learning and linguistics tutor. I graduated from College of DuPage with an Associates of Arts with a concentration in Foreign Languages and Linguistics and graduated from UIC with a BA in Hispanic Linguistics. I...See Brian's full profile

Sally Y. Champaign, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sally Y.
40/hour

Champaign, IL

Suzuki Violin Teacher

Sally YIK graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor degree of Music (Pedagogy Stream), then obtained her Master degree in Violin Performance and Suzuki Pedagogy in Roosevelt University. She participated in orchestral and... See Sally's full profile

5.0 (7)
40/hour
10 hours tutoring
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Sally YIK graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor degree of Music (Pedagogy Stream), then obtained her Master degree in Violin Performance and Suzuki Pedagogy in Roosevelt University. She participated in orchestral and...See Sally's full profile

Debbie C. Urbana, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Debbie C.
75/hour

Urbana, IL

Expert Help for Your Tutoring Needs

Currently, I am a certified Wyzant tutor for the TOEFL exam, which is very similar to the IELTS exam. I am also a certified Wyzant tutor for English, ACT English, ACT Reading, ESL/ESOL, GRE (English grammar and reading comprehension),... See Debbie's full profile

5.0 (365)
75/hour
788 hours tutoring
Response Time: 25 minutes
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Currently, I am a certified Wyzant tutor for the TOEFL exam, which is very similar to the IELTS exam. I am also a certified Wyzant tutor for English, ACT English, ACT Reading, ESL/ESOL, GRE (English grammar and reading comprehension),...See Debbie's full profile

Natalie B. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Natalie B.
72/hour

Chicago, IL

20 Year Experienced Nursing Tutor

I am a graduate of Kankakee Community College and Western Governor's University. I received my Associate Degree in Nursing in 2001 and my Bachelor of Science Degree in 2020. I specialize in Women's Health, Obstetrics, Neonatal, and Pediatrics.... See Natalie's full profile

5.0 (64)
72/hour
139 hours tutoring
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I am a graduate of Kankakee Community College and Western Governor's University. I received my Associate Degree in Nursing in 2001 and my Bachelor of Science Degree in 2020. I specialize in Women's Health, Obstetrics, Neonatal, and Pediatrics....See Natalie's full profile

Jim H. Bolingbrook, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jim H.
35/hour

Bolingbrook, IL

Motivating Spanish/English/ESL Teacher and Tutor

Hi. I am Jim. I am a life-long aficionado of languages. I graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Spanish Literature. Shortly after college, I moved to Nicaragua where I taught in the rural education system. Upon returning to the... See Jim's full profile

5.0 (2)
35/hour
45 hours tutoring
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Hi. I am Jim. I am a life-long aficionado of languages. I graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Spanish Literature. Shortly after college, I moved to Nicaragua where I taught in the rural education system. Upon returning to the...See Jim's full profile

Jen G. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jen G.
50/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced English/Communication Teacher | Writing Coach | Editor

Hi, I'm Jen! I am an editor, copywriter, and educator with 10+ years of experience teaching students from ESL beginners to students attending top U.S. and Ivy League universities to doctoral candidates and professionals. Working together will be a... See Jen's full profile

5.0 (259)
50/hour
921 hours tutoring
Response Time: 11 minutes
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Hi, I'm Jen! I am an editor, copywriter, and educator with 10+ years of experience teaching students from ESL beginners to students attending top U.S. and Ivy League universities to doctoral candidates and professionals. Working together will be a...See Jen's full profile

Meg F. Elgin, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Meg F.
35/hour

Elgin, IL

Dynamic, Knowledgeable, & Creative Tutor for Elementary Students

Dear Prospective Parents, I am a certified elementary teacher with several years of teaching experience in both private and public Chicago schools. I enjoy working with students in this age range because of their development processes, vigor for... See Meg's full profile

5.0 (3)
35/hour
12 hours tutoring
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Dear Prospective Parents, I am a certified elementary teacher with several years of teaching experience in both private and public Chicago schools. I enjoy working with students in this age range because of their development processes, vigor for...See Meg's full profile

Richard K. Skokie, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Richard K.
65/hour

Skokie, IL

Expert Tutor with Advanced Training in Math and Science (Chem., Phys.)

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... See Richard's full profile

4.9 (347)
65/hour
1,323 hours tutoring
Response Time: 6 minutes
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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...See Richard's full profile

Nicole C. Addison, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicole C.
50/hour

Addison, IL

Help for nursing and NCLEX students!!

Hello! I am a registered nurse (RN) of 23 years. I’ve also been tutoring nursing and NCLEX students for the past 13 years. I have helped students at all levels, including LPN up to NP students, as well as paramedic students. My background is in... See Nicole's full profile

4.9 (446)
50/hour
3,336 hours tutoring
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Hello! I am a registered nurse (RN) of 23 years. I’ve also been tutoring nursing and NCLEX students for the past 13 years. I have helped students at all levels, including LPN up to NP students, as well as paramedic students. My background is in...See Nicole's full profile

Sandra D. Joliet, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sandra D.
35/hour

Joliet, IL

Special Education and GED teacher!

I have been a special education teacher and private GED tutor for 15 years. Presently, I have tutored 9 students for the GED test with a tailor-made program targeted specifically for the GED. All of my students, from challenging backgrounds, have... See Sandra's full profile

5.0 (42)
35/hour
206 hours tutoring
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I have been a special education teacher and private GED tutor for 15 years. Presently, I have tutored 9 students for the GED test with a tailor-made program targeted specifically for the GED. All of my students, from challenging backgrounds, have...See Sandra's full profile

Jodi B. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jodi B.
30/hour

Chicago, IL

Experienced and Kind English Teacher

Hi! My name is Jodi. Things are CRAZY right now and many of you are doing school virtually. I know that must be a challenge. I'm here to help! I specialize in helping homeschooling families get on track and feel some peace of mind over... See Jodi's full profile

5.0 (8)
30/hour
8 hours tutoring
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Hi! My name is Jodi. Things are CRAZY right now and many of you are doing school virtually. I know that must be a challenge. I'm here to help! I specialize in helping homeschooling families get on track and feel some peace of mind over...See Jodi's full profile

Sharon C. Woodridge, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sharon C.
35/hour

Woodridge, IL

English Tutor, TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC CELPIP. I love to teach.

My name is Sharon. I have been teaching English for 15 years. I completed my TEFL certification in 2016. My teaching experience began while living in the Philippines. From 2005-2007, I worked as an English teacher/trainer for International... See Sharon's full profile

4.8 (4)
35/hour
20 hours tutoring
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My name is Sharon. I have been teaching English for 15 years. I completed my TEFL certification in 2016. My teaching experience began while living in the Philippines. From 2005-2007, I worked as an English teacher/trainer for International...See Sharon's full profile

Beth Z. Evanston, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Beth Z.
70/hour

Evanston, IL

The Best Possible Tutoring by a Professional Teacher

I have been teaching Spanish at the college and high school levels at schools such as DePaul University, North Park College, New Trier High School, Lake Forest Academy and Loyola Academy for 18 years. I earned a PhD in Hispanic Literature from... See Beth's full profile

4.9 (108)
70/hour
393 hours tutoring
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I have been teaching Spanish at the college and high school levels at schools such as DePaul University, North Park College, New Trier High School, Lake Forest Academy and Loyola Academy for 18 years. I earned a PhD in Hispanic Literature from...See Beth's full profile

Deborah P. Niles, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Deborah P.
88/hour

Niles, IL

Experienced Certified Teacher: Italian; English Writing Skills; ESL

I lived in Italy for twenty-five years, and am completely fluent in Italian. I have taught Italian language and culture for ten years in two public school districts, as well as privately for seventeen years. I am a certified teacher in Illinois... See Deborah's full profile

5.0 (1682)
88/hour
3,399 hours tutoring
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I lived in Italy for twenty-five years, and am completely fluent in Italian. I have taught Italian language and culture for ten years in two public school districts, as well as privately for seventeen years. I am a certified teacher in Illinois...See Deborah's full profile

Connie T. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Connie T.
33/hour

Chicago, IL

Break down language knots and complex issues

My students have come to refer to me as their mentor friend and an effective English tutor for foreign visitors and new arrivals in the United States as well as for current students in Chicago's school system. They have come to trust me and rely... See Connie's full profile

4.8 (243)
33/hour
1,107 hours tutoring
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My students have come to refer to me as their mentor friend and an effective English tutor for foreign visitors and new arrivals in the United States as well as for current students in Chicago's school system. They have come to trust me and rely...See Connie's full profile

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Her tutoring for a foreign student on ESL/ESOL were well organized, and is helping my children fit into the class. Also went out of her way to help us arrange a perfect location for the tutoring. Well worth the fees! I am sticking with her for a while.
Maria Lucia M.

44 lessons

Marcia is a very good tutor. She has a multi cultural experience, and she also speaks several foreign languages. For this reason, she is an excellent tutor for ESL/ESOL students, but not only for them. With Marcia, every dedicated student will make progress. Studying English as a second language, is not any more a tough obligation, it's become a pleasure.
El G.

27 lessons

I had a great experience as a first time ESL/ESOL student with Moira. She is very patient, understanding, knowledgeable and makes sure she keeps things interesting. She enjoys what she does.
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