"Hello! My name is Brian, and I am a passionate language tutor and applied linguist dedicated to helping students excel in language learning and linguistics. My journey began at College of DuPage, where I earned an Associate of Arts with a concentration in Foreign Languages and Linguistics, followed by a BA in Hispanic Linguistics from UIC as well as an MA specializing in Applied Linguistics with a focus on Second Language Acquisition and Critical Foreign Language Pedagogy .

With over a decade of professional experience, I have worked as a Professional Tutor, Senior Academic Assistant, and Teacher’s Assistant at College of DuPage, where I have supported students in one-on-one and group settings. My dedication to student success has been recognized through staff spotlights, academic honors, and leadership roles. I am fluent in Spanish and Italian, proficient in French, and have working knowledge of German, Portuguese, basic Polish, and other languages. Additionally, I am an ESO/AL instructor with extensive experience helping English language learners from diverse backgrounds build confidence in speaking, writing, and comprehension. I specialize in tutoring Spanish, Italian, French, ESL (English as a Second Language), Linguistics, Psychology, Sociology, and more. Whether you need tutoring for academic, professional, or personal growth, I offer customized lessons tailored to your goals. With 16+ years of tutoring and teaching experience, I am committed to making language learning engaging, effective, and accessible for all students." less...