Private Lessons & Coaches in Itasca, IL

Hi! My name is Liz, and I'm a multi-sport athlete with experience in dance, track and field, basketball, and soccer. I played four years of division II collegiate soccer and was recruited to play for the Chicago Stars in 2018. I continue to play recreational soccer in Chicago. I coached soccer during the summers of 2016-2018 at Camp Illahee and Camp High Rocks in North Carolina. My coaching approach is to inspire the player's individuality and support their love for the game.

"Liz was my coach for indoor soccer and she helped me practice controlled passes in confined spaces. She helped me with footwork and quick touches to score goals. I loved the games she came up with every practice.

Hi, I’m David Labno. I have a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from UIUC, over a decade of STEM tutoring experience, and was named Adjunct Instructor of the Year in 2015. I help students with physics, math, and general chemistry by breaking concepts into clear steps. My style is patient, encouraging, and concept-focused. In our first lesson, we’ll identify your goals, find the sticking points, and build confidence from there.

Wendy Tesar is a dedicated bilingual educator with over 20 years of teaching experience. She currently serves as a Bilingual Specialist Teacher in Illinois, supporting multilingual learners through engaging, student-centered instruction. Wendy holds a Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsements in Bilingual Education, ESL, and Reading, and earned a Master of Education in ESL/Bilingual Education and Reading from National Louis University. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Linguistic Diversity and Equity, with a commitment to fostering academic success, language development, and inclusive learning environments.

I have an M.A. in teaching ESL and have taught English for 6 years. I have been an educator for 19 years. I teach all skill levels of English from beginner to people studying professional vocabulary for work. I have also taught all ages. To really understand how people learn English, you must know how different people learn at different levels.

Beginner focused pickleball coaching, blending technical fundamentals, tactical insight, and patient, encouraging instruction. I customize sessions to each player's goals to build skill, strategy, and lasting enjoyment of the game.

I was a girls lacrosse coach at Lane Tech College Prep. I also was the captain of my high school team which won the Illinois State Championship. I was All-State as an Attackman.

"Brand new to lacrosse but I’ve learned so much in just my first lesson. Thanks Coach A!

Basketball had been a passion of mine sonce the age of four. I grew up learning the game from my father, a trainer and coach, starting my love for both playing and teaching. I’ve played at both the Division 1 JUCO and NCAA Division II levels and have experience as an AAU coach, youth trainer, and assistant coach for various pro am teams. I specialize in ball handling, finishing, basketball iq, defense, work ethic and mindset. My goal is to help athletes become more skilled, confident &discipline

I've been playing for over 25 years and teaching for 10 years.

As your coach, we will work together to foster the best possible path forward, specifically tailored for each individual. My philosophy in based in teamwork, as you and I are consistently communicating to understand what works best and what may not work as well. Throughout this trial and error process, we will formulate a plan together, catapulting you to reaching your highest potential.

Hi! I'm Lily, a Music Production, Guitar and Piano Teacher with 5+ years of professional audio engineering experience. Having recently completed a Masters degree in Film Music Composition, I have a deep understanding of how to cultivate a valuable learning experience - infusing my teaching with the real-world perspective of experience in the music industry. I've been tutoring for 2 years, using a highly personalized approach to help each student achieve their unique creative goals.

"Lily is rad I didn’t know what was possible till I started lessons she’s helped me with loads of stuff even writing lyrics which I found hard before. Definitely recommend if your looking to learn something new.