Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Elgin, IL

...subject areas: math, science, English, writing. I worked both with students who needed additional help to comprehend a subject area, and with children who already excelled, but wished to push their grades to the maximum. I adjust my tutoring style to each student, but I always focus on understanding the main idea and purpose behind...

...good mood so that the test doesn't seem as frustrating as it used to be for them. The change in a student's outlook when they start enjoying what they are doing always cheers me up. In addition to tutoring and teaching, I also enjoy playing my clarinet, reading, listening to music and playing video games.

...mastering technology. Diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at all levels. History of being on time, getting the job done, and producing results far past expectations. Flexible and versatile able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Thrive in deadline-driven environments. Excellent...

...ACT, and enjoy making the best of the experience. I was a National Merit Finalist for the PSAT. I am a firm proponent of peer-to-peer learning and the importance of a strong education. I hope not only to assist with your academic needs, but also to inspire critical thinking and challenge you to become a...

...are frustrated by the reading and writing portions of tests approach them from a different angle and overcome their anxieties about the testing process. I firmly believe in tailored, communicative teaching, working with the interests and strengths of each student to help them improve as much as possible. In my spare time I love to...

...that lent itself to tutoring. Tutoring became a passion of mine. I do have a degree in classroom education, but I like the one-on-one aspect of tutoring. Teaching in a classroom context can’t be as differentiated as it sometimes needs to be. And, especially by the college level, teachers assume students know certain skills, such...

...learning personality. I get to know my students and discover the reasons they struggle. Although many of my clients do not share my passion for science and biology, I make the lessons as interesting as possible. I try to improve my clients' overall development as students, so they can be successful throughout their entire future...

...health education workshop to Boston area high school students. When I am tutoring I feel it is important to both demonstrate problem-solving techniques and then guide students to the point where they can work out the solution and enjoy that moment of insight. I feel like these strategies empower students to approach subject and test...

...with majors in Dramatic Writing and English and American Literature. I am committed to helping students reach their potential. I enjoy preparing students for their college careers, both through test prep and application essay building. I specialize in literature, grammar, academic and creative writing, and language. In addition to tutoring, am also a figure skating...

...appropriate for the subject. Once the preferred study style has been identified, it makes for a much more efficient process, and creates an environment in which the student will excel. With my firsthand experience of using different learning strategies to master topics, I want to find the learning style that works best for you and...