The Best ESL/ESOL Tutors in Park Ridge, IL

Via tutoring centers, public schools, and Wyzant, I have been tutoring for almost 10 years. I am a Northwestern Univ. Grad with a degree in English/Essay Writing. I also possess a Teaching Certification/Degree from Northeastern. I am an experienced math and writing tutor who will teach basic math concepts and/or...See Peter's full profile

I lived in Florence, Italy for twenty-five years, and am completely fluent in Italian. I have taught Italian language and culture for a total of ten years in two public school districts, as well as privately (as an online and in-person tutor) for twenty years. I am a certified teacher in Illinois and possess a Master...See Deborah's full profile

Asian-American, fluent in Japanese. M.Ed. in Japanese language education at DePaul University, Chicago. Passed N1 of JLPT two times (2005 and 2013). Worked as translator in Tokyo for Japanese banks in the 2000s and 2010s. Afterwards I became a Japanese teacher and tutor for high school, university, and adult students...See Clara's full profile

Hi, I’m Tino—a Chemical Engineer with a passion for helping students truly understand math, science and languages. I hold both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering and graduated Cum Laude. I specialize in helping students grasp the “why” behind concepts, so they retain knowledge longer...See Tino's full profile

I have been teaching and tutoring for 12 years. While I like being in the classroom, I really prefer the one-on-one or small group environment. I have taught French, English, AP prep, and SAT/ACT/CAHSEE prep. Writing is my favorite subject to tutor and I think it is such a crucial form of expression. I lived and studied...See Erin's full profile

Hello! My name is Gail Katz. I have been involved in education most of my adult life. I began my teaching career as a full-time 5th-grade teacher. I was responsible for assessing each student's math level and placement, as well as teaching reading and social studies. Since having my own classroom and raising my own...See Gail's full profile

For nearly 20 years, I have been dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate educational support that celebrates each student's unique strengths and cultivates their full potential. As a former special education teacher turned tutor, I specialize in strengths-based math support (Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, and...See Steve's full profile

Hello! I'm a graduate student getting my Masters in Public Affairs with a specialization in public policy. Back when I went to college at the University of Notre Dame (Go Irish!), I knew I wanted to focus on theories of gendered and sexual violence, so I triple-majored in Gender Studies, Peace Studies, and Philosophy....See Molly'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 undergraduates to...See Jeff's full profile

My love of teaching and helping others succeed comes from my life long love of school and learning. I enjoy helping students learn and realize their potential. I started tutoring as a 10th grade high school student as part of service learning for the National Honor Society and I have been doing it ever since. Since high...See Michelle's full profile

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 on my help and interest in their situation as they struggle to understand...See Connie's full profile

I've worked as a full-time, professional tutor for the last 20 years. 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...See Jason's full profile

I hold a PhD and Master’s degree in Human Services with a specialization in Advanced Research, as well as a certification in Emotional Intelligence. My educational background has provided me with strong expertise in academic writing and critical analysis, making me well-equipped to assist students in strengthening...See Michele's full profile

With a passion for sharing knowledge and guiding individuals to achieve their goals, I have taught countless subjects in STEM, test prep, and college applications for the past 16 years. From middle school students to adults, I create individualized plans for clients to progress quickly through their needs! I graduated...See Alexander's full profile

Hello! I am a registered nurse (RN) of 26 years. I’ve also been tutoring nursing and NCLEX students for the past 16 years. I have helped students at all levels, including LPN up to NP students, as well as paramedic students. My background is in critical care (ICU), as well as pre and post-op (PACU). I also currently...See Nicole's full profile

Hi there! My name is Nic and I have been a Professional Touring & Session Musician in the Chicagoland area (and online!) ever since I graduated from Berklee College of Music in 2018. Looking for guitar lessons? Need help with your Music Theory, Ear Training, or Composition classes? Whether you are a complete beginner, or...See Nicholas's full profile

Hello! My name is Nicole and I am currently a fourth year medical student. I graduated from Boston University in 2020 with a degree in neuroscience and cum laude honors. In medical school and undergrad, I have tutored students privately and in group settings, as well as taught discussion sections as a student teaching...See Nicole's full profile

Hello! I am a math teacher at Stevenson High School in Illinois and a graduate of Miami University, where I earned degrees in Mathematics and Mathematics Education. I also earned a perfect score on the math section of the SAT. I bring strong content expertise in Algebra, Trigonometry, and Precalculus, and I specialize in...See Anjini's full profile

After I graduated from a U.S. high school, I moved to Guatemala to study Spanish and teach English. Before the big move, I had been an after-school tutor for high school and middle school students. Now that teaching has become my primary responsibility, my relationship with teaching has changed. No longer just a job,...See Maia's full profile

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 collective effort with options to ensure that you share the intended...See Jen's full profile

I am an educator of English as well as Spanish and Latin dance. I have my masters in Secondary education with certificates in ESL, Bilingual, and middle grades education. My studies and 12+ years of experience teaching English internationally and in the Chicagoland area and suburbs have provided me with invaluable...See Jocelyn's full profile

I hold a Master of Arts in Social Science from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor’s in Political Science from Grambling State University. Alongside my academic background, I’ve worked in education as both a program coordinator and a tutor, supporting students from middle school through college. Through my work...See Maya's full profile

Hi, I’m Chris! I graduated from the University of Minnesota with a B.A. in Japanese Literature, and obtained my M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language from Saint Cloud State University. I scored 100% on the Illinois Japanese Language Proficiency Test, which covers reading, writing, and speaking. As a...See Chris's full profile

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

My name is Cindy! I have a Bachelor's degree in French and Psychology and a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I have experience tutoring both ESL and French for college-age students in a one-on-one setting. I worked for 2 years in a Japanese high school, teaching conversational English, English writing, and...See Cynthia's full profile