The Best English Tutors in Kankakee, IL

I have taught English/Language Arts for more than 18 years in the classroom. My lessons include literature, grammar, writing, and vocabulary. I have successfully helped a wide range of students with diverse needs advance in their...See Denielle's full profile

My main focus is to help elementary students enhance their reading, writing, and communication skills. Each student has personalized lessons targeting the areas that need improving. I introduce them to grammar and composition basics, guide them to...See Madeline's full profile

Professional Educators License Homeschool parent and leader Content creator for corporate communications Toastmasters International Public Speaking Regional champion Skilled in MLA, APA, Chicago-Style, outlining, essay writing, compelling story...See LAURA's full profile

My main professional interests are teaching and language, and I have degrees in linguistics and special education. I have taught and tutored across the core subject areas of math, science, social studies, and English, as well as computer...See James's full profile

[I appreciate all inquiries and respond promptly to inquiries, but not mass emails to multiple tutors.] Dr. Jeffrey was a university lecturer and tutor from 2003-2017. He has helped students of all ages, including secondary school, college,...See Jeffrey's full profile

...relationships with students for enrichment, to help boos their abilities and their confidence! My qualifications: BA in English/Theater from Loyola University Master's Degree from Carnegie Mellon University Certificate of Teaching Excellence from...See Brandy's full profile

I majored in English at Fordham University, then went on to Columbia to get my master's in creative writing. I've written creatively for magazines and blogs, and worked as a staff writer, copy editor, and proofreader. See Dane's full profile

I hold a PhD in English Language and Literature from UNC-Chapel Hill, where I specialized in the history of written language, literary studies, and classical and medieval Latin. I have taught English at every level–from...See Steven's full profile

I am a freelance writer specializing in content writing, editing, and proofreading. I have degrees in English, Russian, and Russian Literature with minors in French and History. I love to bring my expertise in language, reading, and writing...See GiGi's full profile

I completed a graduate-level course in teaching English pronunciation. I taught English pronunciation to a high school ESL class for a few years. For the past three years or so, I have been tutoring students in English...See Jen's full profile

I have over sixteen years of experience editing and critiquing both fiction and non-fiction for other writers, and I love helping students with their creative writing assignments and college essays. I was also an English professor at a...See Danielle's full profile

Since 1999, I have tutored native speakers of Spanish, Italian, and Korean, helping them improve their writing skills, reading comprehension, conversation skills, and pronunciation of English. In addition, I am a volunteer with the public...See Rachel's full profile

I have lots of experience teaching English as a second language to all ages and all backgrounds (I quite literally worked with refugees and immigrants from all around the world). At Harvard I took various intensive Writing and...See Razi's full profile

I hold a Masters degree in Adult Education with a specialization in Teaching English as a Second Language. As both a classroom instructor and a university administrator, I have worked with non-native English speaking students from...See Maggie's full profile

I had over ten student teachers in my teaching career, served as an NCATE Examiner, and worked on the validation team for the Ohio Licensure Exam in Language Arts for grades 7-12.See Patrick's full profile

My passion for creativity is what drove me to obtain my bachelor's in English (specializing in writing), and my love for helping others is what led me to obtain a master's in teaching English as a second language (ESL). I...See Kristine's full profile

While I am always happy to drill specific vocabulary lists with students, most of my vocabulary lessons happen naturally within other sessions. I train my students not just to memorize words, but to learn their multilingual etymological roots....See Dana's full profile

I have a BA in English Literature as well as a Juris Doctorate.See Amanda's full profile

I have a BA and MA in English and a Community College Teaching Credential. I tutored in the Writing Center at San Jose State University (SJSU) for 2 years. For 5 years I taught English composition at SJSU and a number of community...See Nancy's full profile

I received a Master's in English from Indiana University where my research focused on twentieth century American fiction. I have expertise in literary analysis across genres, and have helped students write successful essays and papers...See Ashley's full profile

I have been teaching English language skills for 27 years, as an ESL professional. I can provide help with reading, writing, speaking and listening, vocabulary acquisition and study skills. See Tim's full profile

I have experience teaching at all levels and to all age groups, from pre-school children to post-graduate level, including business people seeking to acquire a working knowledge of English as a Second Language or French. As a British...See Judy's full profile

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor graduate with MA Degree in Education majoring in English as a Second Language. ESOL professor at Lone Star College and private instructor in Houston area and online. 20+ years-experience teaching the four...See DIANE's full profile

I am a certified elementary school teacher with 19 years of experience. I have a degree in general education and literacy for elementary students. I love teaching! There is no better way for your child to succeed than one-on-one tutoring. I will...See Kelly's full profile

I have studied ASL - American Sign Language - for several years. I also taught English at a State Deaf School in Pennsylvania as well as coached Boys Basketball. I am able to teach anyone the rudimentary elements of ASL such as the...See Frank's full profile