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Looking for English lessons in Chicago, IL? On Preply you can select from 10887 English teachers around you for private classes online. With online instead of face-to-face classes you can attend classes at any moment you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning evolution. Schedule online English classes in Chicago, IL. Preply is the quickest growing language learning platform for online 1-to-1 lessons. Whether you have just relocated and want to learn the native language of a country or want to learn a new language for work, we have the best tutor for you. Schedule English lessons near you and start learning today! Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore English classes or find other resources to learn English online.
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  • Tutor english Matt H.

    Matt H.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    102
    HKD
    per hour
    51 active students739 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative
    • GermanPre-Intermediate
    • +2

    Native American English speaker TEFL certified who has taught European and Eastern cultures. Under my tutelage you'll learn pronunciation, grammar, and other language components. A new language is a new life! There will be a variety of study topics to choose from and we can tailor your learning to your specific interests as well. My lessons, will cover grammar, pronunciation, and other important linguistic components that make up the English language. My methods and approaches for teaching my students ...

    Why choose Matt H.
    "Great, professional teacher! He produces a personalized program. I highly recommend him!"
    Pavel
    PavelJune 28, 2021
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  • Tutor english Albert G.

    Albert G.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    141
    HKD
    per hour
    100 active students3,713 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative

    Oxford Certified English Tutor and Former IT Recruiter from NYC I am an Oxford Certified TESL Tutor who has worked for many years in NYC as an IT Recruiter. Besides increasing your vocabulary and fluency, I can help you improve your resume and ace your next job interview. Other specialties are IELTS exam practice, Grammar (prepositions, sentence structure) and Pronunciation.

    Why choose Albert G.
    "I really like class with Albert. I recommend it without reservations!"
    Simon
    SimonNovember 24, 2020
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  • Tutor english Joe J.

    Joe J.

    United States of America
    • English
    Newly joined
    173
    HKD
    per hour
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative
    • ThaiBeginner
    • +1

    American (native accent, native speaker), certified English tutor with 3 years ESL experience I enjoy exploring Thailand on my motorbike and have a big interest in personal health and fitness.

    I have a Bachelor's Degree in Language Education and a 120-hour TESOL certificate.

    Book a trial lesson with me and let's work together to take your English language ability to the next level :)

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  • Tutor business and english Jared C.

    Jared C.

    United States of America
    • English
    • +1
    4.7
    236
    HKD
    per hour
    1 active student264 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative

    Relax and let's have a nice conversation together.  I use videos, magazine articles and worksheets/books in the lessons. Homework can be given upon request.

    The tutoring method I use is the conversation method and focuses on intonation, pronunciation and role plays.

    I enjoy taiji, art and art

    Why choose Jared C.
    "He is a great tutor nice, enthusiastic and focused on your needs. The classes are never boring, the hour goes away fast and if you have difficulties he always finds a way to make things easier for you. "
    Emily
    EmilyJuly 20, 2018
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  • Tutor english Austin C.

    Austin C.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    110
    HKD
    per hour
    14 active students134 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative

    Certified ESL and Psychology Instructor w 18 years of experience My other hobbies (besides travelling) include photography, carpentry, animal husbandry, and Psychology.

    I have experience with conversation schools, summer camps, virtual teaching, and universities. I also worked for an education firm, placing international students into the US college system, so I am quite familiar with that criteria.

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  • Tutor english Kerri F.

    Kerri F.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    173
    HKD
    per hour
    2 active students16 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative

    Certified Tutor with 4 years of experience I have experience in an international school setting working within the ESL/SEN department, where I began working with secondary students. Let's work together to achieve your goals!. I will create a nice, comfortable and fun atmosphere for your learning.

    Why choose Kerri F.
    "She is a great teacher. Her lessons are very encouraging and fun. She is helping me improve my English a lot. Thank you so much. "
    Satoshi
    SatoshiFebruary 14, 2022
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  • Tutor english Sarah S.

    Sarah S.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    196
    HKD
    per hour
    3 active students105 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative
    • UrduNative
    • +2

    English, Urdu and Pashto tutor with 10 years of experience My name is Sarah and I have 10 years of teaching, tutoring, and reading specialty experience with students ages 6 through adulthood.
    I speak 5 languages. I am working as a language Analyst, Instructor, and Linguist for the Department of Defense.
    I am working on my Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Purdue University Global in the United States of America.

    Why choose Sarah S.
    "such a wonderful experience of learning with you Sarah!. very Thankful for your precious time."
    Fatima
    FatimaApril 25, 2021
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  • Tutor english Andy B.

    Andy B.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    353
    HKD
    per hour
    3 active students154 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative

    University Teacher Native English speaker I have been teaching English for 15 years. I've taught at every level (from children to university to professionals). I've got two masters degrees and I've written a book about teaching. If you want help, I could be the man you're looking for. Please contact me for more information.

    Why choose Andy B.
    "Andy is a very patient teacher and he makes the class interesting throughout. Well recommended to learn English from him :)"
    Catherine
    CatherineJune 9, 2021
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  • Tutor english Denise R.

    Denise R.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    157
    HKD
    per hour
    2 active students73 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative

    Native English speaker with MBA wants to make you fluent and professional with tailored lessons My lessons are tailored to each individual needs based on your past experience and your present knowledge. Even if your exposure to English is (very) slight or limited, we can work together. I specialize in the conversational approach and focus on the professional aspect of the language.

    Why choose Denise R.
    "Always enjoy her lesson as well as her personality. Thanks Denise!!"
    jay
    jayNovember 18, 2021
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  • Tutor english John S.

    John S.

    United States of America
    • English
    5
    228
    HKD
    per hour
    17 active students379 lessons
      Speaks:
    • EnglishNative
    • JapaneseBeginner

    Instructor with 25 years of experience Working together with a solid effort and commitment, we should be able to improve your speaking and writing skills. Language like many other skills needs to be use as often as possible. I can tailor lessons for your level, so you'll realize positive progress.

    Why choose John S.
    "I'm at the first lessons with John and I immediately got on well with him. Excellent teacher, he will certainly help me improve my English"
    Caterina
    CaterinaOctober 2, 2021
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Why Preply is the best site for finding online English teachers

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English tutors with an average rating of 4.8 and up to 310 reviews
3 languages
Our English tutors speak on average 3 different languages
2 h
Our English tutors on average answer students in 2 hours

Average rates for English classes in Chicago, IL

  • Native English speakers
    $25 / hr
  • Non native English speakers
    $20 / hr
The average cost for English classes in Chicago, IL may vary from other locations and depending on the teacher nationality, so here is a price comparison to help you find your best fit online tutor.

English lessons prices by tutor city

How English learners from Chicago, IL rate their Preply experience
EUNYOUNG rated · English tutor.
5.0Mar 31, 2022
Great teacher!. Particularly,mocking speaking test is very helpful for me. He has many good test examples. And also, he will inspire you to reach your goal.
Briana rated · English tutor.
5.0Mar 31, 2022
i love how friendly and patient Juwariah is. She is very good at adapting to my style of learning and giving examples to clarify complex subjects
khalil rated · English tutor.
5.0Mar 31, 2022
Excellent and smart. She has a fantastic ability to adapt the lesson dynamically in order to keep kids excited and engaged while learning.
Alenne rated · English tutor.
5.0Mar 31, 2022
Today, I asked Heber to do a mock interview with me to help me to be ready for a particular position. He doesn't know how he has helped me doing that. Heber is absolutely great!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🌆 How do I improve my English in Chicago, IL and what does it take in terms of commitment?

Besides self-study using mobile applications, you have a few key options for learning English interactively in Chicago, IL. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your second resource can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private English tutor in Chicago, IL. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Chicago, IL and online English tutors.
 

🎟 How expensive is it to learn English and what are the ballpark lesson costs for English tutors?

For university and college courses you can estimate English course cost by dividing annual tuition by ten (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and private English tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable English tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 16 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and specialization. Average reviews for English lessons on Preply is 4.88 out of 5 stars.
 

📚 What are the requirements for English language skill level to sign up for a course?

When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal English tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like classes for students of A, B, or C leves, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
 

🔥 Why is English so challenging and are there ways to learn it in a better way?

Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn English. As proven by others before, you can gain basic English fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, speak on some level, shop and place orders in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a quick and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of English. After gaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have English tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.
 

🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of English?

Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in English will require at least 600 hours of practice. The required duration of time can differ a lot depending on your current level of English or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in English out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational English classes online.
 

🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right English coach?

In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of approved English tutors with video profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.
 

🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?

Colleges as a rule run classes twice a week over a semester (75-day period). Language schools typically offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.
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