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(636) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Des Plaines

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Lori

Professional writer shows student more than just "how"

After earning my BA in English from the University of Illinois, where I concentrated on writing about the greatest works from 19th century literature, I began my professional career in the advertising industry. I honed my skills as an effective business writer working with high profile clients such as Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and Marriott Hotels. When I became a mom and wanted to work from home, I harnessed my passion for all things written while working in medical transcription, so... Read more


Wendi

I am a creative and enthusiastic teacher who has a passion to ins

I am a K-9 Illinois certified teacher with endorsements in Language Arts and Social Science and also extensive experience working with children as well as adults. I have taught Math, Science, Language Arts, and Reading. I incorporate assessments into all of my lessons as they are important for me as an educator to learn, reflect, and make necessary adjustments to my tutoring/teaching in the future. I have created lesson plans according to students Individual Education Plans or IEPs. Many stu... Read more

Teaches 4 subjects


Haruma

5 Years of Experience Native Japanese Bilingual

Nice to meet you, my name is Haruma! I am a native Japanese and English Bilingual that was raised in both USA and Japan throughout my life. I have been tutoring Japanese for 5 years, received a 5 on the AP Japanese test, and possess a seal of biliteracy from my state. My main focus when it comes to tutoring Japanese is making sure you enjoy what you are learning and help you understand the language easier to make you fluent in no time. I adjust my teaching styles to preferences you would l... Read more

Teaches 2 subjects


Mike

Experienced IBDP English, TOK Teacher

Hi, my name is Mike. I graduated from the University of Colorado in 2004, with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature. I never earned a grade below a B in an English class, and I picked up A's in seven different English classes during my time there. In 2010, I completed my Master's Degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages at Grand Canyon University. My Master's GPA was almost perfect, 3.96/4.0. After earning my Master's, I obtained a teaching certification in English Langua... Read more

Teaches 2 subjects


Iyabo

An enthusiastic educator of the language arts and visual arts!

Iyabo is a Language Arts educator and a cinematographer and director of both documentary and narrative films. Besides speaking her native English, she is also proficient in French, Spanish, and fluent in Portuguese. Iyabo used her training in film to design and implement a film-based curriculum to students in California and Brazil. Iyabo received her BA from Spelman College with a major in English Literature and a minor in French Literature. More recently, she has received he... Read more


David

Photoshop, Restoration, Photography, Color Management, Print

As part of my responsibilities as a Prepress/Imaging Director for a consumer publisher, I was technical advisor to scores of in-house designers and imaging specialists. I helped them solve problems with file preparation and color on a daily basis through one-on-one sessions as well as workshops focused on specific skills. Problem solving is a great educational experience which I used as a teacher/mentor. Since learning and teaching are my passions. I've enjoyed providing instructional sessio... Read more

Teaches 2 subjects


Jeannie

30 years of experience making German fun!

I was born in America to a German family that no longer spoke German. I learned it in school, and loved it so much that I earned a Ph.D. in it. I've learned other languages as well, and I continue to learn more about German and other languages because it is a rollicking adventure! As someone who did not growing up speaking German, I have approached this quest from the outside and worked my way in, and I know how to guide others on this journey. In my professional life, I have taught German gr... Read more

Teaches 1 subject


Eduardo

Political scientist can help you with social studies, history

I have a doctorate in political science and am the author of a number of research papers and scholarly essays. I have fifteen years' experience teaching at the college level, but I also have worked with adults, high school, and middle school students. I am fluent in Spanish and Hebrew as well. My students and colleagues always note my knowledge of the material but also my enthusiasm and sense of humor. I love teaching and I love helping students reach for the highest levels of achievement. ... Read more


Mary

Experienced and Newly Retired Teacher

Before I began teaching, I was fortunate enough to spend a year with two master teachers, attend the Chicago Area Writing Project, attending a Dorothy Heathcote drama institute, and participating in a progressive education conference in Europe. These conferences solidified what I had already learned. My experience with writing lead me to give numerous writing workshops over the years in Lima, Peru; two schools in Santiago, Chile; La Serena, Chile, Campenas, Brazil (2 spring breaks in a row)... Read more


Maurice

Grammy nominated musician, producer, engineer

I'm a Grammy nominated artist, producer, and engineer. I've performed around the US, and Europe. I lived for several years in Amsterdam, have been employed as a music teacher for both children, and adults, and live mix at some of the country's biggest venues. I taught in NYC for Musication, Hospital Audiences, The New York Urban League, and NY Public Library. I helped found a the retail company, and was the buyer for world music instruments, and music software. I have been teaching percussio... Read more


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