Carefully selected, highly-credentialed ACT Math tutors in Northbrook, IL
"I work with students for both ACT prep and academic support. As a philosopher, I spend a lot of time breaking down complex ideas into simple, digestible parts; I'm pretty good at it, and I think it makes me a better tutor. I've worked with the whole spectrum of students, from sixth graders through college seniors, including students with disabilities. My success has in every case been due to my patience, my ability to adapt to student needs, and my ability to break down complex ideas into simple, digestible components. I've found that I especially enjoy helping students prepare for the ACT, but I love teaching math, physics, and the ...
My Education
- Wheaton College - BA, Philosophy
- University of Chicago - MA, Philosophy
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT Writing, ACT Science, Algebra, Chemistry, Reading, HSPT Prep, History, Essay Editing, College Essays, ACT Math, Physics, ACT English, ACT Reading, Geometry, ISEE, Pre-Calculus, Grammar and Mechanics, Trigonometry, Writing, ACT
"I can proudly say I've taught math and hard science to all types, from poets to future engineers.
I focus on teaching my students to always think for themselves and to come up with their own solutions rather than relying on rote memorization. My goal is that come test time, even if they are initially stumped, the intuition that students have worked so hard to build up will push them in the right direction.
In my free time, I devour books, go on cooking adventures, and explore Chicago with my friends.."
My Education
- University of Chicago - BS and BA, resp., Mathematics and Biology
Tutoring Subjects:
SAT Writing, PSAT, Algebra, ACT Reading, SAT Verbal, ACT Math, Trigonometry, ACT English, Chemistry, Grammar and Mechanics, Physics, Essay Editing, Biology, Pre-Calculus, ACT Writing, SAT Math, ACT Science, Organic Chemistry, Middle School Math, Geometry, Statistics, Calculus, Spanish, ACT, SAT
"I teach time management techniques and tricks in addition to the actual material on the test. I go over the types of questions that are most likely to show up on the test, and make sure that students are completely comfortable with them. I customize my tutoring plan to each student's strengths and weaknesses, and hopefully by the time we are done the student will have no weaknesses! ."
My Education
- Northern Illinois University - BS, History
Tutoring Subjects:
HSPT Prep, ACT, ACT Reading, ACT Science, SAT, ACT Math, ACT English, History, PSAT, SAT Verbal, SAT Math
"Since graduation, I have taught English in France, worked with adults learning English as a Second Language, and tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in a wide variety of subjects, including: math, science, reading, English, and ACT/SAT test preparation. I am a firm believer in problem-based learning, and encourage students to ask questions and think for themselves. Although I will not provide answers or a quick and simple fix, I will provide students with guidance and encouragement as they work through problems and learn to apply familiar concepts to unfamiliar situations. I also believe strongly in teaching “to ...
My Education
- Amherst College - BA, French
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
French, ACT Math, Phonics, SAT Math, ACT Reading, ACT English, Essay Editing, SAT Verbal, ACT Writing, Middle School Math, ACT, Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, ACT Science, College Essays, SAT Writing, Writing, SAT, Elementary Math
" I love words, but I also love using my left brain and think that math and science are incredibly fun. My teaching experience ranges from TAing English courses to teaching French and English to disadvantaged children in Senegal, West Africa. I've been told that my enthusiasm for learning is infectious. When you find a way to connect and engage with a subject, learning is fun--period! That's why it's important for me to understand my students so I can approach their lessons in the most engaging and effective ways. A little more about my academic background: I graduated from high school (a boarding school for the arts) at 16, completed AP ...
My Education
- Knox College - BA, Creative Writing
Tutoring Subjects:
Writing, Geometry, ACT Math, ACT Reading, GRE, ACT Writing, ACT English, ACT, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics
"Additionally, I have a passion for math, science, and writing, and can help with essay writing and editing. I believe everyone has the capacity to learn; you just have to find the way that fits your personality. I LOVE seeing people grow and succeed!
In my spare time, I enjoy playing soccer or running (weather permitting). I can be found relaxing at the piano or with my flute, and look forward to learning even more musical instruments."
My Education
- Northwestern University - BA, Biological Sciences
Tutoring Subjects:
SSAT, SAT Verbal, ACT Science, ACT, Biology, SAT Math, SAT, Algebra, College Essays, ACT Reading, ACT English, Essay Editing, ACT Math, Physics, ACT Writing, SAT Writing, Writing
"I used to line my stuffed animals up and teach them lessons on various books or history on my white board. Fifteen years later, I get to do the real thing.
My credentials:
I graduated in the top 5 of my high school class and took numerous AP classes as well as the SAT, ACT, and SATII. I recently took an intensive Princeton Review GRE class and will take the GRE this spring."
My Education
- Northwestern University - BA, Political Science, International Studies
Tutoring Subjects:
History, Writing, SAT Writing, SAT Math, ACT Reading, ACT Math, Essay Editing, College Essays, ACT Writing, SAT, SAT Verbal, ACT, Grammar and Mechanics, French, ACT Science, Reading, ACT English
" I am staying in the Chicago area because I truly love the city and envision staying here for a long time. As far as tutoring, I have had students ranging from sophomores in high school to adults transitioning into a new career. My Engineering curriculum at Northwestern was heavily centered around math, chemistry, biology, and physics, so I can work with a student on more than one class at a time. I'm a laid back individual, but I like to push my students. I know that every student is able to do well and I really enjoy helping them along their path to success." ...
My Education
- Northwestern University - BS, Biomedical Engineering
- Northwestern University - MS, Biomedical Engineering
Tutoring Subjects:
Statistics, SAT, Pre-Calculus, Physics, ACT Math, Chemistry, Algebra, Geometry, Organic Chemistry, Calculus, ACT Science, SAT Math
"I have tutored for many years and I have found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel at math. I like to present material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success.
One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique for explaining and modeling math and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work.
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My Education
- Drake University - B.S., Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT, ACT Science, ACT English, Geometry, Algebra, ACT Writing, ACT Math, ACT Reading, HSPT Prep, Writing, SSAT
"I'm also a 2010 graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where I earned a Masters degree in creative writing. I love to read and write, cheer for the Chicago Blackhawks, and, of course, help students meet their academic goals. My favorite tutoring subjects include composition and reading comprehension, and I enjoy working with students of all ages!."
My Education
- St. Lawrence University - BA, English
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - MFA, Creative Writing
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT Science, ACT English, Reading, SAT Math, Middle School Math, HSPT Prep, SAT Writing, Elementary Math, SAT Verbal, Algebra, SAT, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT, Writing, ACT Writing, Algebra
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