ESL/ELL Tutors in Downers Grove, IL
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Education
University of Arizona - BAE, Bilingual Education
Experience
I have tutored students in grades 2nd through 8th in the United States, Costa Rica, and Mexico . However, I have also worked with college students and adults who want to improve their linguistic skills . I currently tutor several courses, including elementary math,...
Education
Saint Xavier University - BA, Mass Communications , Loyola University Chicago - MA, Elementary Education
Experience
Now I work in higher education . I've taught children and adults and am fluent in Spanish, having taught the language to English speaking students and English to people whose first language is Spanish . Any person can learn; they just need the right level of support...
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago - BA, English , University of Illinois at Chicago - MA, English
Experience
Education is something that is very important to me . It can lead to a fulfilling and successful life . I like to teach because of the value of education . I have been a teacher and a learner throughout my lifetime . My experience with education began at the age of 2, when...
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelors, English, Russian , DePaul University - Masters, Secondary Education - English
Experience
I've studied literature, linguistics, English, Russian language and literature, education, teaching, and journalism . I love teaching language arts and ESL . My first tutoring experience as a college junior when a professor asked me to assist some students in a Russian...
Education
Azusa Pacific University - BA, English , Loyola University Chicago - MA, English Literature
Experience
The ability to communicate effectively is important with any field while learning is most efficient when the student is actively engaged . Asking questions and making connections are important in?learning . When tutoring, I ask many questions and encourage tutees to work...
Education
Ithaca College Park School of Communications - Bachelors, Cinema Production
Experience
I am also qualified to teach English as a Second Language and am TESOL/TESL/TEFL certified by Oxford Seminars at the University of Illinois at Chicago campus . I am a professional journalist who has won a Colorado Press Association Award for Best Health Feature . My...
Education
Grinnell College - BA, Computer Science
Experience
I don't believe in just giving students the information and answers . As a tutor I like to help my students discover the answers on their own . This is what helps them grow as learners and students . When I'm not tutoring I like to read books and spend time outdoors . I...
Education
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Computer Science / Latin Language
Experience
I graduated from Oberlin in 2012 having studied computer science and Latin, and then I spent two years teaching ESL in China . I worked with everyone from beginning readers to adults, and I enjoy finding the right place for each student where they feel both supported and...
Education
Southern Oregon U - BA, English and Writing
Experience
I instill in all of the students I teach that?education is crucial to leading a well-balanced life . When I am not tutoring or teaching, I like to play the guitar and drums, ride my bike, play music,?and hang with friends watching sports . I currently reside in Chicago, IL ....
Education
Rice University - BA, Sociology and Policy Studies
Experience
There are writing errors that are not acceptable in the realms of higher education.Some of the key areas of writing I encourage students to focus on include clarity, correct grammar, and the ability to reason strongly . These skills should be developed in high school long...
Education
University of California-Riverside - Bachelors, English , University of Southern California - PHD, English
Experience
I work to understand students' likes and dislikes so that I can tailor coursework to what excites and inspires them outside of academics . Much of what we take in in terms of popular culture can be connected back to former movements in literature, art, history, etc ., and I...
Education
Northeastern Illinois University - BA, Human Resource Development/Communication , Northeastern University - MA, Human Resource...
Experience
During college, I tutored fellow classmates while working for the Center for Academic Writing, helping them with the intensive writing courses needed for their degrees . I also?worked with adult ESL/ELL students, and enjoyed their commitment to learning English . I believe...
Education
Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology, Spanish , University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Public Health, Community...
Experience
In order to make the content more fun and engaging, it is necessary for me to get to know my student . This gives me a better understanding of how to bring in elements they will enjoy into the tutoring session . Ultimately, I hope to teach my students not only the subject...
Education
DePaul University - Bachelors, English & Linguistics , DePaul University - Masters, English & Linguistics/ Also hold TESOL credentials...
Experience
I provide hands-on, sensory-based activities for my students . I focus on student-centered learning and I make a safe place for my pupils to explore their thoughts . My students will tell you that I have motivated them and helped them engage in the material on a deeper level...