(518) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Highland Park
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Kristen
Writing/Literature Tutor and College Counselor
I help high school and college students write essays for their classes and for college/graduate school applications. I have worked as a high school (Francis W. Parker School) and college (Columbia, Loyola, Harper) English teacher and as a textbook editor for McGraw-Hill. I went to Kenyon College for my undergraduate degree in English, where I minored in French. I studied abroad at Oxford in England and came back to the States to earn my PhD in English Literature at Marquette University. ... Read more
Victoria
Experienced tutor available!
I am a recent graduate from Furman University in Greenville, SC with a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology and French. I spent 4 years tutoring middle school students in math and science, as well as teaching reading to young children as part of an after school program in an underserved area of Greenville. These experiences ignited a passion for helping students overcome perceived obstacles and reach their learning potential. I have a BS degree in Biology with a focus on genetics.... Read more
Mariana
Mariana- Teacher-7 yrs. experience (English, Math, Study Skills, HW)
- $55 / h
- 5 ratings
- Buffalo Grove , Illinois ( 60089 )
- 15 miles
My name is Mariana, I have worked in a day care center for five years, working with children of various ages as a teacher assistant at first and now as a head teacher. I have also tutored children of various ages in the subjects: English, Math, and general Homework help. I have experience working with children for 6 years. I'm very fun, organized, reliable, and always ready to help and teach something to children. I love working with kids and this is my true passion. I'm currently working ... Read more
John
Experienced certified teacher of elementary through college
- $55 / h
- 27 ratings
- Des Plaines , Illinois ( 60016 )
- 5 miles
I am a certified teacher in Illinois in English, Language Arts, Social Studies, Psychology, and German. I have taught students in all three levels and instructed in more than 40 college courses as an adjunct professor for 12 colleges. I have successful experience with many nationalities, social classes, inner-city and suburban students, and community programs for adults and immigrants of all ages. I would love to equip and enable your child to achieve the success you both desire. I person... Read more
Steve
Steve: 20 years experience teaching middle school Language Arts
Hello! I am a newly retired middle school Language Arts teacher. I have taught at the same Skokie public school for the last 18 years. During that time, I have worked with 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. The school district where I was employed has a diverse student population, representing a wide range of student skills, abilities and interests. I am quite familiar with the Common Core Reading and Writing Curriculum, and I have created and taught numerous lessons that reinforce the r... Read more
Steve
Award-Winning Double Bass Teacher & Performer is a Patient Tutor!
I have performed and taught on the double bass in Illinois for several decades. My musical travels have taken me as far away as Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Kenya. My teaching has seen me work effectively with very young beginners, hundreds of middle- and high school age students, college level, and adult beginners. My former students can be found performing with such elite classical ensembles as the Chicago Symphony and the Lyric Opera of Chicago, and touring with professional jaz... Read more
Kristi
Kristi S., Reading and Writing Success for Children and Teens
I am certified teacher and tutor students in both reading (decoding, fluency and reading comprehension) and in writing. I also use a comprehensive, sequential phonics-based program that has proven success. This reading program provides struggling readers with the skills they need to become successful readers. Most students see significant gains after only 20 hours of instruction. I use Orton-Gillingham strategies when tutoring. My lessons consist of direct instruction in phonics and reading ... Read more
Christine
Conversational English Tutor for Exchange Students
- $55 / h
- Lake Bluff , Illinois ( 60044 )
- 5 miles
I’m Christine S., a woman with a passion for ESL and helping non-native English speakers gain conversational confidence! I have been tutoring for over 10 years and I have had tremendous success with my students, ranging from high school foreign exchange students to international college students. I have a B.S. English and a B.S. in Sociology from Simpson College. I began tutoring by helping foreign exchange students in my high school. I enjoyed learning about different countries and hel... Read more
Ashley
Experienced English and Writing Tutor
- $55 / h
- Lake Bluff , Illinois ( 60044 )
- 25 miles
My name is Ashley L. and I am a current master's student at Northern Illinois University. I graduated from NIU in May 2016 and began NIU's Master of English Education program in August 2016. In addition to taking a full course load, I was an instructor for the freshman composition courses at NIU. Therefore, I have not only taken classes that helped to inform my teaching and done observations in middle and high schools, but I have also been able to put the theories and practices I learned to t... Read more
Cari
Elem. Teacher focused on Reading, Writing, Math
Hi! I have just completed my 25th year of teaching. I taught second grade for 21 years. I was a reading teacher for 4th and 5th grade students for 3 years. I have just recently finished my first year teaching fourth grade. When I taught second grade, I focused on literacy and basic math skills for students. I enjoy helping students become more confident in their reading and writing techniques. My passion is just watching students learn. I am wanting to do some tutoring this summer to assur... Read more
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