Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...*Long-term tutoring in math and reading--I love to guide a student who initially struggled to meet and exceed expectations! Outside of my direct work with students, I have coordinated a math tutoring program that placed K-12 math tutors into local public schools. I have also served as a Crisis Services Supervisor at the National Runaway Safeline (NRS). At NRS, I was able to support volunteers in providing trauma-informed services to runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth....
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...ages and a wide range of subjects through her vast tutoring and editing background; she had worked as a lead tutor at a math-focused center for students ages 5 to 18, had individually tutored numerous students on college entrance exam preparation, and has worked professionally as an editorial assistant for research institutions. Her personal goal is to help students build a foundation of solid study skills that they can rely on throughout their education so...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...for students and tutoring can sound like more school and does not always sound like fun. I believe that if a student is relaxed and excited for a tutoring session, they learn a lot more and are more engaged in the lesson. Especially with test prep for standardized exams, which can be a lot of pressure for students, I like to come up with individualized test-taking strategies for each student I tutor. If I can...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
I have taught intellectual property law for the past two years and SAT preparation for the past 10 years. I am a great tutor because not only are my fundamental verbal and quantitative skills strong, but I am able to communicate my reasoning and problem solving skills quickly and clearly.... My teaching philosophy is to help empower students to stay calm and use what information they know to arrive at the correct answers on tests through...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...loved it. I tutored students from 8 years old to 18 years old, not to mention the 8 younger cousins and siblings I have. I love seeing understanding light up in a student's eyes when they understand a new concept or finally get something they've been struggling with. When they finally get something, a new path opens to them and a new possibility appears. In my tutoring, the basics are emphasized. The basics are the...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...so many parts of life. It is also so fulfilling to see a student improve on the ACT/SAT, making measurable changes and gaining confidence. I???ve always enjoyed math as well, and I enjoy showing students how math can be interesting and fun. My tutoring style is really student-focused. I very much strive to tailor my tutoring to each student???s needs, as every student is unique in their needs and preferences. I work towards full comprehension,...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...student is motivated, and I have two main approaches to motivating my students. First, context- a topic isn't interesting or important 'just because', we have to discover how it's related to our whole world and especially to things the student already knows they care about. Second, getting to know the student- everyone has unique talents, tendencies, and goals. There is an area of overlap between each school subject (even standardized tests, which require critical thinking!)...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...level math classes when I was in middle school. .When I got to college I decided to major in English because even though I had won writing awards in high school, I realized after a jarring experience in one of my college English classes, that I really didn't know how to write. (This is not surprising because on average English teachers in high school rarely spend even 5 minutes reviewing a student's writng.) Since graduating...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...sciences. In the summer of 2015, I participated in behavioral research on chimpanzees, and am now assisting with the skeletal archives at the American Museum of Natural History. I have had experience teaching as a peer mentor for college students in Introductory Biology, as a camp counselor at the Central Park Zoo, and as a tap dance instructor. My academic strengths are science, social sciences, music, and SAT preparation. I loved my time in primary...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...Speech Language Pathology. I enjoy working with individuals to build upon their strengths and give them the tools they need to succeed. I have good study and organizational skills, and I have many tips and tricks to help individuals improve test scores. I really enjoy helping people to reach their full potential in each subject area, and I will do my best to explain concepts in a manner best suited to each individual's learning style.
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...Brown University. I find it extremely satisfying to share my passion for learning with others. From 2011 through 2013, I tutored middle school students in the Oakland Public School system through the Partners Program. From 2014 to 2015, I was employed as a private tutor for students both in middle school and in high school. Over the last year I have tutored international high school students online in test preparation, as well as various academic...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...of my school's newspaper, competed internationally for our Model UN team, and I currently college counsel low-income high-achieving students at high schools in downtown Atlanta, in addition to tutoring multiple students in ACT/SAT prep, English, Biology, and History. This includes helping them prepare for standardized tests, editing essays and applications, and generating lists of potential institutions to apply to. I received a 35 on my ACT. In the past, I was a teacher's assistant at...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...political science. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with younger students. I have helped students of different ages and from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, and so I am very conscious of the needs and prior knowledge my students and tailor my tutoring method and style individually. I tutor students in a wide range of subjects. In subjects related to reading and writing, I focus first on the students comprehension of the material at...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...am able to model resilience to my students by adapting my approach to best meet the individual needs of the student. In addition to my aforementioned pedagogical toolkit, I am a passionate learner. WIth my varied educational, professional, and personal experiences, I am able to tutor in a variety of content areas. Through my graduate education and experience as a teacher, I have expertise in teaching basic literacy through advanced algebraic math. My undergraduate experiences...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
The world is not going to end if you do not get a perfect score. A perfect score should simply be a goal to strive towards. I believe in making mistakes. The best way to learn is to correct and review mistakes. This ensures that fewer and fewer errors are made in subsequent performances. Practice and discipline will lead to perfection. Those who do not learn from their mistakes are destined to repeat them.... It's okay...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...a unique learner. Every student learns differently and my goal is to find out what makes them tick in order to open the doors to understanding the topic. As a tutor, I strive to get my students to not only learn the knowledge, but truly understand. I have been working in the education field since 2007 and I am familiar with various techniques. My approach to education is very hands-on and inquiry based.... I like to...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...and minoring in Child and Family Studies and Education. I am currently wrapping up my teaching certification program teaching American History in a Philadelphia public school. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring English, History and essay writing with elementary, middle and high school students. I strongly believe learning is a collaborative, student directed process and I love helping students acquire long-term learning skills. My favorite part of teaching is watching students gain confidence and...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...in Philadelphia, PA. My Bachelor of Arts Degree is from the University of Cincinnati, in Cincinnati, OH. I have Pennsylvania State Certification in Elementary Education, Middle Years Mathematics, and Language Arts for 7-12th grades. I taught in the public schools for several decades in middle school and elementary grades. I love to spend time with young people and help them become successful in their learning. I know that each student wants to feel respected and...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...publishing in New York City. My interest in tutoring and the publishing industry stem from the same source: I want to help instill in others the same love of learning I have felt throughout my life. Whether it's getting lost in a good book or feeling the thrill of excitement at finally solving a difficult math problem, I feel that learning should be fun and viewed as a challenge, not a chore. Throughout my academic...
Read more
Certified ISEE- Middle Level Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
Biography
...the SAT, SSAT, AP Biology, AP Physics, and AP Chemistry for 2 years. I love teaching students HOW to learn, not just WHAT to learn. I always emphasize hard work - because you always get what you work for. I don't care about natural intelligence, because trying your best and being persistent is the key to learning and improvement. My favorite part of teaching is seeing the student understanding a concept for the first time.
Read more
Private ISEE- Middle Level Tutoring in Crest Hill, IL
Our interview process, stringent qualifications, and background screening ensure that only the best ISEE- Middle Level tutors in Crest Hill, IL work with Varsity Tutors. To assure a successful experience, you're paired with one of these qualified tutors by an expert director - and we stand behind that match with our money-back guarantee.
Receive personally tailored ISEE- Middle Level lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
Crest Hill ISEE- Middle Level Tutoring FAQ
The Independent School Entrance Exam (or ISEE) is a widely accepted exam available in three levels: Upper, Middle, and Lower. Each form of the exam includes multiple-choice questions and an essay question. The number of questions in each section and the amount of time given to finish them is dependent on the level. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an ISEE Middle Level tutor.
The Middle Level is for students who are entering the seventh or eighth grade. Your child will have 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete all five sections of the exam. The sections include Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics Achievement, and the essay.
The Verbal Reasoning section of the exam is made up of sentence completion and synonym questions. Both of these sections are designed to evaluate your child's ability to reason, as well as his or her vocabulary knowledge. There are 40 questions in this section of the exam, and your child will be given 20 minutes to complete said questions. Your child's ISEE Middle Level tutor can work with him or her to determine proficiency in verbal reasoning. The tutor will use this knowledge and his or her experience with the exam to create an individualized learning plan for your child.
The Quantitative Reasoning section of the exam has 37 questions, for which your child will be given 35 minutes. This section is used to determine your child's problem-solving and mathematical thinking skill level. It does not assess the amount or areas of mathematics he or she has learned. To help improve your child's score in this area, your child's tutor will help with test-taking strategies to ensure your child is reading each question thoroughly and carefully, identifying exactly what is being asked before proceeding to an answer. This is one of the more difficult skills for students because it requires critical-thinking skills as opposed to problem identification and rote memorization.
The Mathematics Achievement and Reading Comprehension portions of the exam measure how well your child is able to answer curriculum-based questions that are appropriate for his or her grade level. The Reading Comprehension section has 36 questions, and your child will be given 35 minutes to complete this portion of the exam. Your child will be given 40 minutes to answer the 47 Mathematics Achievement questions.
The final section of the exam is an essay question. Your child will be given a grade-level appropriate prompt that asks a question that is globally applicable and relevant. ISEE does not score this portion of the test. Instead, it is sent to the school or schools designated on the registration form, along with the scores for the rest of the exam. It is also important to note that the exam is only graded on the number of correct answers. There are no penalties associated with giving a wrong answer, so your child's tutor can instruct on how to eliminate options and answer all questions, even if your child is unsure of the correct answer.
The Varsity Tutors live learning platform gives you the ability to schedule your child's private ISEE Middle Level tutoring session when it is most convenient for you and your family. Sessions can be held in person or in an online learning space. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with a private ISEE Middle Level tutor who can help your child prepare for the exam. To connect with a tutor, contact Varsity Tutors today.
Expert online tutors and live instruction in Crest Hill, IL
Your Personalized Tutoring Program and Instructor
Identify Needs
Our knowledgeable directors help you choose your tutor with your learning profile and personality in mind.
Customize Learning
Your tutor can customize your lessons and present concepts in engaging easy-to-understand-ways.
Increased Results
You can learn more efficiently and effectively because the teaching style is tailored to you.
Online Convenience
With the flexibility of online tutoring, your tutor can be arranged to meet at a time that suits you.
Recent Crest Hill ISEE- Middle Level Tutoring Session Notes
Today the student and I went over two reading sections together. There was a definite improvement from one session to the next; we got four answers wrong on the first one and only one wrong on the second one! I noticed that he tends to automatically jump to one answer and gets stuck on it, ignoring other answers that he didn't take as much time with. I encouraged him to make sure he can find a direct connection between the language in the answer and the wording of the passage. I also made sure to tell him to check that ALL parts of the answer are correct, not just the first half or second half. There was definite improvement from one passage to the next. I gave him more essay and reading work to do for next time.
Light review of geometry concepts involving perimeter, area, and angles. The student seems to remember most of the material fairly well/ picked it up again fairly quickly. We will continue review, in addition to covering ratios next time.
The student did really well today on cross multiplying and division! He has some homework that I am emailing you. Memorize 15 words from the book everyday.
The student and I continued to review math content; we went through algebraic equations and working with variables. He was having some trouble with notation and common formats. He can explain expressions, equations, and order of operations. He has some difficulty with the distributive property, especially with negative signs. This is something that we'll continue to work on but he'll need to do practice on his own as well. It helps when he works step-by-step. He can do a large number of word problems correctly in his head. He's also good at evaluating the quantitative comparison questions. He is a good student and works hard during our sessions. He's good about asking questions when he needs help.
Today we went over the material and lesson plans that we will be covering moving forward pending a tentative mid-January test date. The student worked on completing her summer reading assignment. She will finish that for homework.
We started looking at the ISEE today. The student's mathematics base was fairly weak, so we felt that it was prudent to build her math skills up before starting test prep. First I did an overview of the test format, then we began to examine the verbal section. She is very proficient with her reading, and those skills transferred over well to vocabulary. Our objective is to learn about 20 new vocabulary words each week.
