Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Chicago, IL

...I will be teaching both geometry and algebra 2 this coming school year. I graduated from Purdue University with a major in Mathematics Education and a minor in Statistics. During my time at Purdue I taught an Algebra course to college Freshman and was a teachers aide at an elementary school so I have experience working with all age levels. As a teacher & tutor I like to identify people's strengths in math and use...

I have many years of experience tutoring and teaching high school and college students, mostly in composition. I'm currently employed as a college instructor, and I have a very well-informed sense of what colleges require from students.

I recently finished graduate school in Classics, which is the study of Latin and ancient Greek. Prior to that point, I taught high school Latin for two years. I have also tutored college students in writing. I am available to tutor most subjects, though my specialties are foreign language (German, Spanish, and Latin) and test prep. I teach by asking students the right questions so that they learn the method of finding the right answers.

...enjoy teaching and getting to share some of my academic experience. I have done a little tutoring, but most of my teaching experience is in the university setting as a TA. I'm particularly excited about biology and psychology, where I have the most experience. I also really enjoy reading and writing. Outside of academics I like to do pottery, play basketball, and watch Netflix (though they recently removed all my favorite shows). I have two...

...and multiple other means of media for my students. As a potential tutor of your child I look forward to utilizing my skillset to further impact generations of students. I sincerely desire to give back the educational gift that was so graciously bestowed upon me. The possibilities for the students once they understand their potential in mathematics is limitless. One of my greatest rewards is hearing the testimonials of my students and their substantial increase...

...resident, working actor, dramaturg, classicist and all-around academic. I love language in all its forms, whether it be written or spoken, living or dead, poetry or prose. I have a B.A from the University of Chicago in Theater and Performance Studies and a minor in Classics and I most recently finished a year abroad at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School's International Acting MA. Above all, I believe in the power of words. If you...

I'm a recent graduate from UIC's English Program. I have been tutoring for 8 years and ran an in-home tutoring business when I was in High school. I'm quite experienced in helping students reach their academic goals and look forward to helping you! In my spare time I love to paint, exercise and of course, read and write!

I love math and want to develop an ever-growing passion and constant curiosity for math in my students.

...but I'm most passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, whether for their school coursework or for standardized testing. I believe in both targeting quick wins for test taking, as well as helping to build the foundational skills required for long term success. Outside of tutoring, my interests include reading/writing, psychology, theatre, history, and Northwestern football and basketball. Reach out to discuss tutoring for: all elementary and middle school subjects, high school...

I am a recent graduate of the Engineering School at Northwestern University with a double major in Manufacturing and Design Engineering as well as Environmental Sciences. I have experience with and enjoy teaching grades 1-8 and students starting high school in areas such as math, test prep, and essay writing. Each student learns differently, and understanding how an individuals learns is essential for fostering a positive and productive work environmental optimal for enhancing performance.

...in an after-school academic and enrichment program for elementary school students, and eventually rose to manage the program. Although I am comfortable tutoring a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about writing and language, and I truly believe that strong writing skills are an asset in every area of life. Through my experience as an after-school program manager, I learned to build relationships and work well with students, parents, and teachers to meet student...

...as well as incorporating different techniques, I am able to achieve the desired result. When I teach, I try to determine the best way that you learn and what you enjoy so that my approach will be best suited to you. I have found that enganging with a student and adapting to his/her skillset allows for the quickest path to growth and a mastery of the subject matter. I am extremely personable and patient and...

I am a former high school teacher and current PhD student. I have many years of experience tutoring middle school and five years of experience teaching a variety of high school subjects. I am passionate about education and hope to get to work with you!

...know your multiplication/division facts...so I would work on those topics if simplifying is difficult. For the younger kids, playing a game or two to break up the hour is always a great idea. Using visuals is great for any student of any age, particularly younger ones, so I will always draw/write things out, and encourage students to show all of their work. I will try to make math as fun as it can be!!... Try to...

...of my business, branding and retail career. I have an undergraduate degree in Business and Marketing, 4/5 of a graduate degree in Secondary Business and Computer Science Education, and a love of teaching. I've also helped bring 2 great kids into the world who are now grown into successful adults, both college grads. In my free time, I do a lot of volunteer work with kids and education. I am also fluent in career search,...

I am a junior Political Science student at Northwestern University who loves learning and sharing ideas! I am especially excited to work with students preparing for their journey into college by tutoring college essays and in test prep; however, I have experience in a wide range of subject matter and am eager to share what I can with any student!

...best to give you a meaningful and enjoyable experience, whether you're looking to develop comprehension skills, tell a personal narrative, persuade your readers or anything else. I try to write in my own voice, the way I'd tell a story in person. I've found I can use that technique as a starting point even in formal situations. I greatly enjoy hearing other people's voices, and I look forward to working with clients to develop skills...

...grasp on biological knowledge. I can help you with biology at the high school, college, or post-grad level. I have taken coursework in neuroscience, biostatistics, physiology and anatomy, pharmacology, pathology, and microbiology. I was also a psychology major in undergrad (did a double major with my biology degree). I love psychology and I can help you with your college psych classes. I am strongest with clinical/abnormal psychology and neuropsychology. I also can help you with...

...compounds in meteorites (to determine if these compounds came from interstellar space or were synthesized "locally.") Late in life, however, I was blessed with the birth of twins, James and Margaret, and I decided to leave the University to raise my children. In sum, I would say that I love to teach people what I know, and I do so after having synthesized my knowledge and associated it with other things I have learned. I...

...area of biology that intrigues me the most. The ability to be informed of our predisposition to certain traits and diseases through our genetic makeup is fascinating to me. Genetics is a microcosm of the evolving and progressive nature of biology. A main focus of the lung cancer lab I worked in was the study of cancer at the genetic and molecular level. Researchers sought to identify and inhibit the driving genetic forces of the...