Andrew: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...experiences into tutoring sessions, so that I can instill in my students a desire to learn more of the German language through a glimpse of what is possible once one has a basis in the language. I also have taken German Diction classes because of my background in vocal performance, and this means that I...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College and Conservatory - Bachelors, German Studies and Voice Performance
- DePaul University - Masters, Voice Performance
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- German 1
- +26 subjects
Chelain: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...in biology, and then obtained an MD (Doctor of Medicine) and a PhD in Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology from Thomas Jefferson University. I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital. My favorite part about teaching is trying to convey to my students how I think through a problem and adapting that to their...
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Biology, Psychology
- Thomas Jefferson University - PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Completed Internship in Internal Medicine.
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- SAT
- +90 subjects
Soung: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...20 years experience. I have an exceptional ability to teach math to students with severe learning challenges. I make all levels of math understandable and foster confidence in the student. I'm also expert in SAT/ACT test preparation and high school admission tests. I have a BA in Chemistry from The University of Chicago and a...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
- Northwestern University - Doctor of Science, Molecular Pharmacology
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- SAT 8-Week Prep Class
- ISEE
- +42 subjects
James: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...of experience and a passion for helping young students realize their potential and achieve their goals. I received my bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology. I am currently studying to become an actuary, having passed the first two exams. I am working toward the third exam, studying advanced calculus and...
Education & Certification
- Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Architectural Engineering
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- GED
- ACT
- +92 subjects
Todd: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...have great teachers at the University of Chicago in my graduate education, and at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in my undergraduate education. I try to relate whatever subject I am tutoring to the real world. Learning is a lot easier and fun if students see the relevance to their lives. I am a very...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- University of Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- SAT
- +72 subjects
Ben: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...love figuring out what makes the light bulb go on for individual students. I view my job as helping you achieve your goals in a way that's informed by how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +81 subjects
Jaya: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...grammarian. From preschool to college, I actually loved going to school every day and learning, and I hope to bring that love to others, also! I spent the fall of 2014 in Montpellier, France, and there I worked on mastering the French language. When I am not studying, you can find me doing a puzzle,...
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics & French
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +65 subjects
Gabe: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...settling on what works best for them. I aim for my clients to improve as overall students as well, so that they can be successful in the face of any future academic challenges. Aside from my teaching and academic pursuits, my favorite hobbies are playing music and cooking. I play the bass and sitar in...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ISEE
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +40 subjects
Katie: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...of Notre Dame in 2009 and my master's degree from the University of Connecticut in 2013. I have spent the past six years in education: teaching English in Japan for two years, coordinating a mentor program for first year college students, working as an academic advisor, and teaching first year experience courses to new college...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
- University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ISEE
- GED
- HSPT
- +40 subjects
Hallie: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...Bachelor of Science. There, I studied theater and took classes in literature, history, religion, neuroscience, and more. I assistant taught in college and often helped my friends with essay writing and studying. Since graduating, I’ve tutored my younger sister for many of her high school classes. I now tutor a wide range of subjects, including...
Education & Certification
- Skidmore College - Bachelors, theater
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Reading
- +51 subjects
Alice: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
I am a chemistry student at Bates college. I have experience tutoring students from ages 4 up to undergraduate student. I primarily tutor maths and sciences. I also have a lot of experience with standardized testing.
Education & Certification
- Bates College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Middle School Science
- +44 subjects
Bryson: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...content areas. When I was in school, I was (and still am!) a self-described "nerd" who really enjoyed expanding my knowledge base and taking on academic challenges. I hope to impart the idea that tackling new concepts can be fun and rewarding at the same time. Additionally, as a generally "good test taker," I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
- Loyola Marymount University - Master of Arts, Urban Education and Leadership
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ACT
- ISEE
- SAT
- +51 subjects
Lee: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...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 also have a lot of experience with test prep and love working with students who need help with standardized tests....
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
- Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- +41 subjects
David: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...have found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel. 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, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- ISAT
- ASPIRE
- +37 subjects
Nandini: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...became preceptor for Anatomy in undergrad. I find it to be incredibly rewarding. As I am continuing my education, tutoring is an enjoyable way for me to give back to the academic community and help other students achieve their goals! I thoroughly enjoyed learning anatomy in both undergrad and PT school, and it is definitely...
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- CogAT
- SHSAT
- SSAT
- +51 subjects
Hannah: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
I graduated from Georgia Tech majoring in Industrial and Systems Engineering and Pre-teaching , and I just moved to Chicago to attend Chicago State University Pharmacy School. I have been tutoring a lot of students [K-12] in various subjects for more than ten years. ... Helping students to reach their goals.... I would talk about my background and share my past experience of studying. I also would ask what their goals are.
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Systems Engineering
- Chicago State University - PHD, Pharmacy
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ISAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +33 subjects
Michael: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...of Sussex in Brighton, U.K., where I received an M.A. in Modern and Contemporary Literature, Culture, and Thought. I received my B.A. in English and History from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts in 2011. Having grown up in Alabama, completed an undergraduate degree in Massachusetts, and a Master's in the U.K., I have tutored students...
Education & Certification
- Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
- University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ISEE
- SAT
- SSAT
- +37 subjects
Sonjanita: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...Being privileged to study these and other cultures through personal and academic research through the use of primary texts and travel explorations has heightened my interest in these subjects. While I emphasize student-centered instruction (with ample opportunities for differentiation, modeling and scaffolding), I am also a firm believer in the inter-generational transmission of knowledge. Teachers/tutors/learning facilitators...
Education & Certification
- University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
- National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ISEE
- REGENTS
- SAT
- +140 subjects
Jessica: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
...When both parties are willing to put in effort, it’s hard to fail. And if the student doesn’t truly want to learn the material, then it’s important to ask why that is, and how to change that mindset—because as “useless” as many students think learning how to, say, calculate an integral or write an essay...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- +62 subjects
Jack: Aurora PSAT test prep instructor
I'm a recent grad from Northwestern (B.A. in Theatre and Economics) who loves teaching and learning. I love helping other people achieve their goals and helping students find ways to be their best selves. Excited to meet and work with Chicagoland's students!... First sessions always start with discussion of a subject's foundations. If we nail these, the rest of the learning becomes ten times easier.
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics/Theatre
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- High School Accounting
- +67 subjects