Top PSAT Tutors serving Chicago Ridge
Hallie: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...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
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 750
Andrew: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...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
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33
Molly: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic interaction with each subject area. Likewise, as a Teacher and Tutor, I focus on problem solving; developing real, concrete skills and strategies that students can put into their mental...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Gabe: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...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...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Todd: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...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...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33
Jacob: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...to tackle whatever challenges rise up before them. The way that I teach generally falls in line with the way that I learn best myself: discussion and collaborative explanation. When approaching difficult material, lecturing at a student leaves much to be desired. I aim to help them arrive at conclusions and realizations on their own...
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, English Literature
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Gregory: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
empty... Relaxed and accommodating, but direct and impact-driven.... Get to know their background and the best way they retain information.... Provide self-prep materials, and evaluate their performance.... Show impact of results and progress.... Find alternative approaches, and practice.... Help them practice reading and understand main concepts.... Give them effective instruction, but also time.... Provide fun examples or real-life applications.
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Katie: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...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...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies
University of Connecticut - Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33
Masooma: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...Star Trek reruns. I'm also involved in various cultural and human rights organizations at college. In any remaining spare time, I can usually be found reading the news on actual physical newspapers. Regarding my tutoring philosophy: as a tutor, I believe that the most important way to help my students understand their material better is...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Najla: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...completed a number of teaching workshops at the University of Washington and Columbia University, as well as a course in pedagogy. Throughout this time, I continued to tutor K-12 students as well, and am comfortable working with students of all ages. Most importantly, however, I absolutely love working with students, and have a sincere passion...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Washington , Columbia University - PHD, History
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720
Jessica: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...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
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Bryson: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...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...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Loyola Marymount University - Master of Arts, Urban Education and Leadership
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Kris: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
I currently work as a Teaching Assistant at a public school in Chicago through the University of Chicago's Neighborhood School Program. I also volunteer with Maroon Tutor Match, a UChicago organization that matches low-income middle and high students with college tutors. Before starting college, I led SAT groups at The Learning Lodge in East Lyme,...
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
Katherine: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...Awareness. I often work one-on-one with students for assignments in my own classes, but also for writing assignments they have in other courses. I have also taught several summer school courses on ACT and SAT Test Preparation. I taught courses on how to successfully write the essay portion of the standardized test, and how to...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, English & French
Arizona State University - Masters, Creative Writing
Jack: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
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
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Anna: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...Wisconsin - Madison in flute performance, and I have been teaching and tutoring since I was in high school. I love to teach and find different ways to explain concepts to make them understandable for students. I also tend to get very enthusiastic about the subject at hand. It is my strong belief that they...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Current Undergrad, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36
Alice: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
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
GRE: 333
Peter: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...in 2014 with a degree in Cinema and Media Studies. After working in documentary production for over a year I took the GRE and gained admittance to several competitive graduate programs. I am now beginning an MFA program in hybrid documentary media at Northwestern’s School of Radio, Television, and Film in the fall. My passion...
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Carleton College - Bachelors, Cinema and Media Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 700
Jasmine: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...matter the paths their lives take, so it is one of my biggest priorities. Another must in my tutoring approach is customizing curriculum. Students should feel entitled to an exceptional education, and I want to help them find ways to make their school experiences always work for them. Practically, this means anything from devising effective...
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The University of Chicago - Associates, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720
Quinn: Chicago Ridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Chicago Ridge, IL
...English writing, reading, and grammar. In addition to scoring perfectly on the SAT Writing and Verbal sections, I have completed graduate-level coursework and an honors thesis at Northwestern University. Having lived and worked in Paris, France, I am capable of teaching French comprehension and structure with confidence and a great deal of experience.... I believe strongly in assessing strengths, and using these areas of strength and confidence in a subject to master trickier concepts. Overall, mine...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Performance Studies, French minor
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
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