Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Darien, IL

...many students, and I love helping kids of all ages learn. I took 12 AP classes in high school and have tutored in a number of those subjects including US history, trigonometry, economics, and physics. Teaching is one of my favorite activities, and i hope to be a college professor or high school teacher someday....

...not always understand math and science concepts right when the teacher taught them. I had to bridge that gap by reasoning through material on my own, which has equipped me to explain it creatively to others. I also taught myself to take the ACT and have a strong understanding of how to strengthen those test-taking...

...with a B.B.A. in Legal Studies with a minor in Accounting. I graduated in 2019 from San Francisco State University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing. Presently, I am a doctoral student at Indiana University-Bloomington. I have extensive writing and editing experience with 100+ published articles, seven years of writing experience, and four years of...

...am a member of the LGBTQ community, and I would love to teach and support other students in that community. Of course I am also happy to teach anyone else too! I have worked as a tutor with students of all ages from 4 to 40 in a variety of study areas including mathematics (basics,...

...engineering related projects concerning the improvement of ecosystem management and reducing the harmful effects of pollutants in the environment. As an aspiring engineer, my favorite subjects to teach students are math and science. I've been working with kids as a swim instructor and music teacher for the past six years now. As I've begun developing...

...To do that, they need an educational environment where they can grow mentally, emotionally, physically, and socially. I must create this type of education environment where they are motivated to learn something new every day. Students control their decision-making. However, motivating them to make the decisions that benefit them academically is the key to successful...

Throughout my life, I have been thankful for the quality of education I have received. As a tutor, I plan to continue this tradition of excellence in instruction, working diligently to provide my students the best opportunity to succeed in their coursework.

...example of how I worked towards meeting this goal. My teaching philosophy is basically the Socratic method. Among its many benefits, this method makes it easy to engage with students. I also like to stress understanding. I remember the 1973 movie, "The Paper Chase", and the memorable performance by John Houseman, as Professor Kingsfield. I...

At Harvard, I pursued a double concentration in History and Literature & Romance Languages and Literatures, with a focus on Spanish. Afterward, I received a Fulbright scholarship to study literature in Paris. I look forward to helping you on your academic journey, whether through test prep, language education, writing, or other pursuits.

...spoken word and improved our overall comprehension through poetry. Since graduation, I have continued to seek opportunities in nonprofits (specifically in the Chicago area). I currently work in the Endowments and Foundations section of a private wealth management firm. My mission is to serve my community through strategic, well-researched, and intentional means. Beyond the social...

...politics, writing, and traveling. After college, I plan on attending graduate school and eventually teaching abroad. I have a deep passion for learning and have worked with students from all over the United States and the world. For me, studying has been a source of joy and motivating, something that has given life value even...

...explore a wide variety of subjects during my college experience. I began tutoring as a middle school student back in California and have continued to tutor every year since. So many years of practice has allowed me to become versed in tutoring individuals of all ages in a wide variety of subjects. For the last...

...understand. That is extremely important when discussing mathematics because many students struggle with math and if we as educators make it simple to understand, they will be more likely to retain the information. Another attribute I believe is necessary to be an outstanding teacher, is to never stop learning yourself. We as educators have to...

...been in education for 17 years and hold multiple degrees from Illinois State, Aurora and National-Louis Universities. I am endorsed in elementary general education, as well as Special Education and Reading at the K-12 levels. I find the greatest student success when I work with the student to create custom and fun learning opportunities that...

...in computer engineering and a minor in the Hoeft Technology & Management Program. I interned this summer at Northrop Grumman as a Software Systems Engineer. My internship at NG offered me hands-on experience in programming, computer configuration, and implementation of custom PowerShell scripts. I will be returning full-time to this position. I have been tutoring...

...Brandon, and I'm a recent college graduate with extensive experience helping people improve their writing skills. I also specialize in psychology topics, as well as standardized tests like the ACT (I took it three times!) I'd love to help clients improve in these areas as they look to the future, whether that means college or...

...I became a university student. I liked to help students have interest in learning, especially science. I like it when my students feel free to ask me any questions in and out of the learning process. Great rapport makes one a good tutor. I have taught general science and biology for middle and high school...

...arts, speech, theatre/drama, journalism, and reading. I am also a K-12 certified reading specialist. Prior to becoming a teacher I worked in the communications and financial industry. I enjoyed those industries, however, I felt more of a desire to teach children and prepare them for the future. Besides being a K-12 reading specialist, I am...

...well as Spanish, which I studied for 5 years from eighth grade until my senior year in high school. Along with Spanish, I have a real passion for calculus and physics. Aside from academics, I have logged more than 500 community service hours in various mission trips and local organizations that I have worked with...

...have experience tutoring all age groups, from elementary to middle to high schoolers. My specialty is standardized test prep, but I tutor academic subjects as well. I have taken 11 AP classes and exams over the course of high school as well as 3 SAT subject tests. I received a 36 on the ACT and...