
Blake: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...for one of the largest urban, public school districts in the country, Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize in standardized test prep, English grammar and essay structure, and all levels of EFL instruction. It's a pleasure to meet you, and I look forward to helping you achieve your academic goals!... The only limits to success are those we place on ourselves. I believe that all students can achieve at a high level through hard work, persistence, enthusiasm, and humor!
Education & Certification
- Middlebury College - Bachelors, History of Art and Architecture
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- PSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- +25 subjects

Luke: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...was reflected in high TOEFL scores). I've got a knack for identifying an essay's strengths and weaknesses, and for giving specific feedback to make written ideas come to life. In addition, I have a passion for helping students improve their performance in ACT Reading, Writing, and Science. Whatever the subject, I thrive on leading students...
Education & Certification
- Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- ACT
- College Essays
- Elementary Math
- +31 subjects

Heather: Darien TOEFL course instructor
As a nurse, online instructor and yoga teacher, tutoring has been part of my daily routine for many years. I feel learning is a lifelong wellness activity. Mastering any subject helps us stay active and engaged with life. Assisting others in maximizing their potential is my joy. I look forward to helping you move forward.
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Nursing
- Rush University - Masters, Nursing
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- Conversational Spanish
- Spanish
- Test Prep
- +1 subjects

Stripe: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...a variety of forms, and as a tutor I do my best to meet you where youre at. Working with a tutor doesn't have to be stuffy and dry, and it doesn't even have to feel like work. I think that most learning evolves out of having a conversation about the work were being asked...
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - PHD, English
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- SAT
- ACT
- Languages
- +47 subjects

Molly: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...fill in gaps to bolster a strong subject area foundation. 3. Impart test-taking skills and strategies necessary for school success. I teach with the tenets of the Common Core State Standards in mind. As such, I do not aim to teach "tricks" for getting the right answer. Rather, I aim to wholly ingrain the skills,...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
- Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- SAT
- ISAT
- MAP
- +111 subjects

Julian: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...to recognize the Alphabet and count beyond 10. The year ended with all but 1 reading at a second grade level and adding and subtracting double digits. 5 students ended the year reading at a 3rd grade level. I also taught in a Montessori school in inner-city Kansas City working with student 1-6.
Education & Certification
- Graceland University-Lamoni - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- ACT
- SAT
- Social Studies
- +35 subjects

Regina: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...lot of experience in helping non-native English students improve their language skills, but I have also worked for over 10 years helping Middle School and High School students become more competent, clear writers and more efficient readers. I am passionate about assisting students develop their potential to communicate well. Through extensive interaction with people from...
Education & Certification
- National College of Education - Bachelor in Arts, English
- Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- HSPT
- PSAT
- ISEE
- +70 subjects

Thomas: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...with and without learning disbilities. During this period, I have learned how to recognize and identify individual learning-personalities and common challenges students have. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Biology at Benedictine University and my Master's Degree in Applied Data Science at the University of Michigan. Helping others is something I have always enjoyed, and...
Education & Certification
- Benedictine University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- SAT
- ASVAB
- GED
- +104 subjects

Alex: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...time to explore new passions! I offer tutoring in American Sign Language (8 years) for beginners. Additionally, my 10 years of experience in Career Planning (including guidance on college admissions papers), Self-Reflection, and Mindfulness can provide valuable guidance for students thinking about their future or wanting to develop greater self-awareness during this time. Let's discuss...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- SAT
- GED
- COMPASS
- +248 subjects

Brenda: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...through modeling, breaking down the process into steps, lots of practice -- and fun breaks when needed! I have found that taking a few minutes to tap into a different area of intelligence can be the perfect refresher that will allay frustration and power up learning. What interests you outside of academia? Oftentimes, clients choose...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern Michigan College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- PSAT
- CLEP
- GED
- +42 subjects

Reba-Anna: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...course for over a decade. I believe that there are common themes that students posses that can impede their learning. A key element is self confidence in their ability to learn. I believe in building up a student's confidence as they learn a subject so they can retain the information and can apply it in...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, English literature
- Alliant International University - PHD, Educational Technology
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- GED
- ISEE
- California Proficiency Program (CPP)
- +67 subjects

Edgar: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...algebra to multi-variable calculus. I enjoy helping students and I get really excited when I feel I have helped a student achieve their learning objectives. Some of my hobbies include yoga, reading, playing music with my band members and cooking. I hope I can help with your science and math courses. Best of luck!... My teaching philosophy is allowing students to become independent learners and to help students build confidence to approach problem solving, so that they are successful in their academics.
Education & Certification
- Saint Xavier University - Bachelors, Chemistry
- DePaul University - Current Grad Student, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- GED
- CLEP
- Guitar
- +58 subjects

Morgan: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...puzzles. There are rules and operating procedures to be followed, and if those rules and operating procedures are followed, you can improve your scores. This all boils down down to what the student wants from the test and the following school experience. As such, I strive for an individualized session that is molded to your...
Education & Certification
- New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, History
- New Mexico State University - Master of Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- SAT
- SSAT
- SSAT- Middle Level
- +21 subjects

Sasha: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...My favorite subject to teach is writing because I love seeing a student's idea down on paper and expressed the way they had it in their mind. As a teacher, my philosophy is to inspire students to become confident through gaining the language skills they are seeking. My tutoring style is student-centered and I adapt...
Education & Certification
- California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- ACT
- SAT
- ACCUPLACER
- +21 subjects

Stephen: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...and following their scores as they increase towards their goal. When I tutor, I aim to lead students to an answer by example so that they can see the reasoning involved themselves, rather than me just telling them the answer. The more the students can come to their own solutions, the more memorable the lessons...
Education & Certification
- Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- ISEE
- +79 subjects

Jayhyun: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...take the PSAT for admissions to a competitive high school with an IB program, I reluctantly gave in and took the test. On the day of the results, I couldn't find my name on the list of accepted students, to which my mom was in despair. But she was in joy when she spotted my...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- PSAT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +67 subjects

Gabriel: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...a topic of interest. He believes students show their best work when they are interested in the material, and that children can sense authenticity and cultural relevance. Through a friendly yet firm teaching style, students will not be expected to complete busy work or packets, but will be engaging in higher level questioning and conversation...
Education & Certification
- Florida State University - Bachelors, Creative Writing & Political Science
- Dominican University - Current Grad Student, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- PARCC
- Writing
- Phonics
- +39 subjects

Mike: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...students is a wonderful thing. That's why I like tutoring so much. When I'm not tutoring, teaching, or reading (a huge hobby of mine), I try to be outdoors. I love mountains and hiking. Since Illinois lacks mountains, I try to make the most of the hiking. I also like to explore city neighborhoods. Chicago...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
- University of Chicago - Masters, Political Theory
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- GED
- +49 subjects

Hiba: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...I honed different study techniques and skills to cope with working under pressure. For me, tutoring is an opportunity to share my passion, knowledge, and experience with students, in order to help them realize their potential. I welcome the opportunity to work with you, and I look forward to helping you succeed in your future...
Education & Certification
- American University of Beirut - Bachelors, Biology, General
- University of calgary and UOB - Masters, Biomedical technology and MD
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- GED
- IB Psychology
- College Chemistry
- +70 subjects

Victoria: Darien TOEFL course instructor
...and test. Amazingly, I got 119 out of 120 in the final. I have four-year experience in tutoring. I totally understand how students feel when they meet with the homework difficulties and what they will experience when they try to learn a foreign language. Therefore, I am always ready to help students with great patience....
Education & Certification
- College of DuPage - Current Undergrad Student, Finance
- Illinois Institute of Technology - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- TOEFL
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- PSAT
- +104 subjects