The Best diction Tutors in Illinois

Chicago, IL

Published Poet & Tutor Specializing in Proofreading

...syntax, and formatting. As a published poet and experienced writing instructor, I also offer guidance on rhythm, tone, and diction, helping writers elevate their style without losing their voice. Whether preparing work for publication, academic submission... See Ann's full profile

Public Speaking Coach and Audiobook Narrator

At UK, I designed my own major - Voice and Speech for Theatre. While there, I served as a speech, diction, and dialect coach on several productions. Since then, I've conducted seminars as well as private coaching sessions on delivery... See Patience's full profile

Lyric Diction Coach

I first started teaching lyric diction over 10 years ago. I have given seminars and written IPA transcriptions for choirs singing in: Ecclesiastical Latin, Middle English, French, Czech, and Slovak. I have given private lyric... See Miguel's full profile

Public Speaking | Build Confidence & Speak with Purpose

...communication. We'll practice at your level and work on the areas that matter most to you, including posture and poise, voice, diction, pacing, eye contact, confidence, managing nervousness, and using visual aids such as PowerPoint or Keynote. Whether you... See Shara's full profile

Brown Ph.D. with extensive writing center experience

As the instructor of several college classes (both at Brown University and Oberlin College), I helped many students to improve their grammar, diction, organization, and other aspects of writing. See Harry's full profile

Courage is not the absence of fear, but action in the face of fear

I have given more than 100 speeches in various settings for audiences large and small, completed Toastmasters training, and taken Voice and Diction as well as Speechmaking classes in college, both with the top marks in the class. I have... See Rebecca's full profile

Effective English Tutor for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, and APs

I am a professional proofreader for SAT and ACT essays. I excel in identifying both common and difficult-to-spot grammar errors, as well as syntax errors, diction errors, and fluidity concerns. I am equally adept at providing stylistic... See Matthew's full profile

TOEFL Tutor 3+ Years

For TOEFL tutoring, I first test where a student is by speaking, and having them build sentences. We will then move on to word choice, grammar, diction, and paragraph flow. See Darby Jo's full profile

Reading

English teacher for 14 years. Excellent with break down of words for meaning, diction and sound. I believe in the power of vocabulary and am passionate about the vital importance of reading. See Alexandra's full profile

Award-winning English Teacher and Writing Coach

Finally, I teach them to recognize common rhetorical strategies that writers use so that they can recognize the significant nuances in tone and diction that the test questions often target. See Elizabeth's full profile

My Students Know.

If you want to learn how to teach what you know to those who need your knowledge, I can help you find the passion behind the words. I will also train you in posture, diction, projection, and breathing. You will learn that, as a species,... See John's full profile

Writing / Editing Specialist - with a PhD!

In addition, I taught writing skills to students preparing for the SAT and ACT for the past seven years, so my understanding of grammar, mechanics, usage, diction, and essay organization are excellent. I have also helped many students with... See James's full profile

AP, SAT, College Essays, & English Literature Professor

ESL/ELL AP/ACT/SAT STUDENTS It's imperative that the student understands phonics as well as the parts of speech, i.e., syntax, tone, diction, use of nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions,... See Thomas's full profile

Received an A in two communication college courses

I would read and edit their speeches and the help them become comfortable in their speeches. I’d have them watch themselves in a mirror as they spoke. We also worked on diction and annunciation and using arms as a way to take up space... See Holly's full profile

Professional Writer

I write for various stakeholder audiences at the technical, business, and personal levels. My proofreading techniques include grammar, spelling, vocabulary, diction, context, citations, and more. I'm very good at discerning various... See Buddy's full profile

Professional Writer

...field of writing instruction. My focus on crafting compelling thesis statements, seamless transitions, and tone-setting diction equips students with the skills necessary to elevate their writing. I excel at quickly identifying and making impactful... See Michael's full profile

SAT Writing and Language Expert

She tried to poetically match the verbal content of the line reference and the answer choices, rather than noticing that two of the answer choices included slang diction. I pointed out to her that the question tested the understanding of a... See Laura's full profile

Patient English, Literature, Reading, Writing, and History Tutor

Grammar skills and extensive diction development lead to proper usage of vocabulary. The extent of vocabulary is directly associated to reading skills and the experience of reading. As a professional writer, I have been asked to aid... See Troy's full profile

English Reading + Writing -- SAT, ACT, TOEFL, College Essays and more!

Through private tutoring over the past 12 years, I have become skilled at helping students prepare for proficiency test essays, correct grammar and diction mistakes, and overcome fears of brainstorming. I enjoy helping students learn and... See Janelle's full profile

Certificated English teacher and professional proofreader

I can help you with subject-verb agreement, singular/plural, possessive nouns/pronouns, word choice, diction, and so much more. See Jon's full profile

Reading/Language Arts, Math, Writing, ESL/ESOL--Innovative Methods

... grammar instruction. Students read variety of stories and reading passages for pronunciation, sentence structure,and diction. ESL need comprehensible input, on-going, specific, and immediate feedback, grouping structures and techniques; building... See Ellen's full profile

High school English teacher (20+ years) who teaches creative writing

In narratives, I teach students how to create engaging description, internal monologue, and dialogue and integrate them into an effective narrative structure. In poetry, I teach students how to make poetic choices in areas such as diction,... See Gregory's full profile

Native English Speaker

I tutor vocabulary and linguistics from the perspective of rhetorical analysis -- seeing beyond the literal words spoken to 'read between the lines,' and understand the meaning of word choice, style, diction, and structure used to... See Jordan's full profile

Poet and Author of Picture Books, Middle-Grade, and YA Fiction

As an undergraduate English major, and certified English teacher, I am also experienced in annotating and analyzing creative work for literary devices, diction, and plot. See Laura's full profile

Academic Coach & Educator

I have an excellent grammar book that I use as a reference. I am an avid reader and feel that the reading to see good transitions and diction in literature. See MONA's full profile