The Best English Tutors in Island Lake, IL

I have taught Reading to native and non-native students for 15 years. For the last 6 years, I have focused on SAT and ACT prep reading skills.See Brady's full profile

The goal of written or spoken communication is to express yourself clearly and persuasively. To achieve that goal, you must know the grammar and punctuation rules of standard, formal English. I have been teaching reading and writing at all levels (elementary school to grad students) for more than 20 years....See Alrick's full profile

I received a 5/5 on the AP English exam, focused on literature as part of a history and literature degree at Harvard College, and published three peer reviewed articles for my Ph.D. degree in Anthropology at Stanford University. In addition, I have tutored several students this past semester in AP...See Jennifer's full profile

This involved one-on-one as well as group tutoring ranging from three to ten students per group. Many of these students spoke English as a second language, thus a large portion of the work was dedicated to English reading and writing. During my last two years in college, I began tutoring college aged...See Chandler's full profile

The English portion of the ACT requires a student to choose the best wording in a variety of sample passages. Both grammar and writing skills come into play with this section. My expertise in language as a PhD in Literature allows me to guide my students in correct word usage and paragraph organization....See Beth's full profile

B.A. in English literature from U.C. Berkeley and masters in English literature from Cornell University. Experience teaching literature and composition classes. Writing is my favorite thing and I love helping people learn to to do it. See Regina's full profile

CFP®, Mandarin/English speaking Tutor with MBA from Kelley, IU. 20+ years of experience in financial world (credit risk management and financial planning) from Discover Financial and HSBC, now a CFP® and founder of my own wealth management entity . Love teaching and helping people go through the tasks...See Gloria's full profile

...graduate school application essays that highlight their strengths, passions and creativity. I've tutored a variety of students from undergraduates to professors in English. I've done various kinds of writing for years including work on documentary films in New York City for National Public Television, essays for Chicago Public...See Jeff's full profile

I am a licensed speech-language pathologist. I have worked with individuals globally on American English pronunciation and professional communication, which encompasses public speaking, interviewing coaching, executive presence, dynamic presentation, professional writing, etc. I hold my Certificate of Clinical...See Marina's full profile

I recently graduated from Northwestern University and completed two theses for my Education major and my Spanish major. These allowed me to revisit my writing skills and English grammar rules in an in-depth way. I enjoy tutoring students in this subject and have been consistently been working with an 11 year-old...See Nina's full profile

My college admissions essays earned me spots in prestigious universities such as UC Berkeley and William & Mary. As an undergraduate, I was in the Honors College; I majored in English Literature and Theatre, and minored in Creative Writing. I supplemented my education by serving as an editor on my...See Amita's full profile

B.A. English Loyola University M. A. L. S. Dominican UniversitySee Diana's full profile

I enjoy helping students figure out how they learn best. Each student, whether they are in second grade or college, learns differently and can succeed in the classroom when they are given the right tools. Even students who regularly do stellar work in class may have a subject that they just don't 'get', and they might...See Laura's full profile

I am a qualified educator and while still in College I started working in a private school, tutoring children with learning problem. That experience thought me to be very patience and to bring out the best from each student, finding a different approach of teaching for each of them. Once a week teachers and we educators...See Rosalia Monica's full profile

Additionally, I have a minor in Spanish from Purdue University and have lived in Spain and Japan as a participant in cultural exchange programs. I assist ESL adults and children with phonemic understanding of the English language through the Barton Reading and Spelling System. I also help improve their...See Melissa's full profile

I have four years' experience on the faculty of Brown University and Phillips Academy, Andover. I am expert in the teaching of Math, science, Latin, French, Greek, History, English, as well as GMAT, SAT, GRE, and ACT. Also, I was a tutor for a large wealthy family in California for five years. I am all but...See Samuel's full profile

After tutoring my own four children and many of their friends in preparation for the ACT English test, I have begun working with other students. I know the test well and can help students improve. A college English major and professional journalist, I am patient and kind, yet able to motivate students to...See Linda's full profile

I have tutoring experience in all TEAS subjects, particularly math and science. Math and science are my specialties, and I am also able to help you come to grips with the reading, English and language usage. I have taught them professionally, and I have more than 1000 hours experience teaching math and science on...See Richard's full profile

During my first teaching job, I taught 10th grade English for 1 year. I also worked as a writing tutor during my university studies and have been successfully helping students in English (including some ESL) for 10+ years.See Michelle's full profile

I have been successfully helping students widen their college choices by showing them how to substantially improve their ACT English scores. I bring a varied experience to this task, having specifically studied both grammar and linguistics, having taught composition classes at the college level (UIC, U of...See Neil's full profile

Nothing pleases me more than teaching English to both native and non-native speakers, and watching them make progress in leaps and bounds. Since grammar and spelling are often left by the wayside in our schools, I am more than happy to fill in the gaps for my students. I have taught English as a Second...See Deborah's full profile

I'm a certified and experienced English teacher with international teaching experience. I'm excited to help you achieve your English goals!See Tanya's full profile

I have my Masters in Education, and was certified to teach English as a second language in 2013. See Angie's full profile

In addition, my former business employed many non-English speaking men and women. I am a stickler for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation, and I feel that I have had sufficient experience conversing in English with non-native English speakers.See Gail's full profile

As a teacher of mathematics and science for twenty years, tutoring has helped me to keep grounded in what I really enjoy, teaching. I have tutored K-8 math and science, from PreAlgebra to Calculus, Chemistry and Physics. I am uniquely qualified for ACT/SAT college entrance exam prep and work for a popular tutoring...See Gabriel's full profile