Top PSAT Tutors serving Des Plaines

Raja: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...unique and has various opportunities to reach their potential. 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 education. I want to motivate them to attack any challenging situation...
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics Teacher Education
State Certified Teacher

Karla: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I have a strong passion for education and helping students to excel in their academic abilities. I have been a teacher for more than 20 years. Using innovative strategies and instruction, I take great pride in helping students build confidence in their current skills, meet or exceed their targets, and develop a love for learning through remote learning.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Northcentral University - Doctor of Philosophy, Education

Kevin: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...at Urbana-Champaign pursuing a degree in Accountancy and Finance. I have three years of experience in tutoring K-12 children in math and reading, and have personally succeeded in a large variety of standardized tests, including the ACT, the SAT, and various AP tests. I am especially passionate about teaching students optimal test-taking strategies for conquering standardized tests and honing their critical thinking skills. I believe that education is not only necessary for being successful academically...
Education & Certification
Univeristy of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Elise: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...(semester at Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador) - Professional Educator's License for Middle Grades Literacy - National Merit Scholar - Rochelle Lee Teaching Awardee - 4 years of experience teaching middle school English classes After receiving my MA in Teaching, I began working as a teacher in Chicago Public Schools. I witnessed how the standard classroom setting did not fully meet many students' needs. I wanted to use my skills to meet the unique...
Education & Certification
University of Kentucky - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
National Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Mercy: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...volunteer at church, at my local library, and at Swedish Covenant Hospital in the Pediatric Unit. This allowed me to see a lot of different perspectives and it afforded me the opportunity to work with kids in different areas. Beyond this, I was a peer tutor in high school through the National Honor Society for English, Spanish, Calculus, Trig, and many more subjects. I also worked at Mathnasium for a year and a half where...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Kris: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, 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, Connecticut.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800

Ashley: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Math, Psychology, ESL and general Elementary and Middle school education. I structure my session around the needs of each student. I think it's important to get to know each student's learning style in order for us to have the most productive sessions. I ask for lots of feedback from students to determine what they feel is working and what isn't in our sessions. I think the best way to learn is through practice. I typically...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
University of Chicago - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31

Adrianne: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...students and helping them achieve their academic potential. My tutoring experience extends back more than a decade. Since early high school, I have tutored both peers and younger students. My students have included special education, gifted, English Language Learners, music/arts students and students with disabilities. I have tutored math up to Calculus AP; English Writing, Reading Comprehension and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and test preparation for GRE, ACT, SAT as well as...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan - Bachelors, Social Science, Latin American Studies
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Bilingual Education/Secondary Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Jonathan: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...experience began during my undergraduate years, and continues today. I tutored writing for three years at St. Lawrence University, primarily with undergraduate and graduate students. I developed upon these skills upon graduation by participating in a year of service with Americorps by working in a middle school. Following that, I served as a teaching assistant in a Kindergarten classroom for two years and acted as the morning supervisor for all K-2 students. I tutored a...
Education & Certification
St Lawrence University - Bachelors, Global Studies; Communication Arts
Northeastern Illinois University - Current Grad Student, Elementary Education MAT
SAT Verbal: 720
GRE: 313
GRE Quantitative: 152

Carlie: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...emphasize what the student knows and minimizes what the student doesn't know or isn't relevant to the subject at hand. I also facilitate a student's meaningful absorption of the material in the following ways: verbal expression of both the student's and my own thought processes, repetition of (novel) questions in areas that are difficult for the student and the monitoring of progress through correctly answered questions and the student's ability to explain why certain answers,...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34

Regina: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...experience in helping non-native English students improve their language skills, but I have also worked for over 10 years helping Middle School and High School students become more competent, clear writers and more efficient readers. I am passionate about assisting students develop their potential to communicate well. Through extensive interaction with people from many cultural and racial backgrounds, I believe I can connect with a wide variety of learners, motivating them to become the best...
Education & Certification
National College of Education - Bachelor in Arts, English
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Ryan: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Chicago with a concentration in History. I can help with History, English, Reading, and Writing, specifically with helping edit and write essays. My time in higher education has left me with a passion for furthering the educational goals of students. I believe tutoring is a great way to help students be more enthusiastic and confident about specific subject areas. Currently, during weekdays, I'm working in downtown Chicago as a paralegal for a major international law...
Education & Certification
Wake Forest University - Bachelors, History, Art History
University of Chicago - Masters, History
Elizabeth: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I'm Elizabeth, a rising junior at Stanford University. I'm studying the History and Philosophy of Science with minors in Film Studies and Creative Writing. I love to learn and love to teach -- I work with students of all ages across many subjects!
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, History and Philosophy of Science and Technology

Daniel: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a german-born physicist. After my PhD at the University of Pittsburgh I spent almost 4 years doing cutting edge research at Argonne National Lab in Chicago, IL in theoretical particle physics. I love teaching, passing on knowledge and inspiring people to find their footing in math and physics!
Education & Certification
University of Heidelberg - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Jacob: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...basis during high school, where I taught middle school Math and English, and I have continued tutoring middle and high school students while in college. I definitely have the most experience teaching Math, and I think I have seen the most immediate improvements while teaching Math. However, I particularly take joy in teaching English, especially critical reading, as many students are surprised by how much they can improve in the long-term. Thank you for reading...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Ismael: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Texas with a bachelor's in journalism. I graduated with summa cum laude honors and completed two minors and a legal studies certificate. My love for teachings stems from my experiences as an educational mentor. I love teaching high school and middle school students in writing and other topics because I think it's important to impart wisdom onto the younger generation. My teaching style centers around one concept - the desire to learn. If you are...
Education & Certification
University of North Texas - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Journalism

Emily: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...of Oberlin College and Conservatory, where I studied Jazz Trumpet and Environmental Studies. I tutor in a wide range of subjects, including math, French, English, environmental science, and standardized test prep. I have experience teaching academic subjects and music in both classroom and individual settings, and I have worked with middle school through college-aged students. As a teacher, I strive to be flexible and approachable, getting to know my students and constantly reassessing my approach...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Environmental Studies and Jazz Trumpet
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800

Anna: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...have given me a unique perspective on what makes tutoring effective. In addition to teaching the academics of the subject, I find it important to identify the obstacles to learning the child may be experiencing (such as anxiety, testing environment, interpersonal difficulties, learning styles) and focus on enhancing the child's strengths to build self-efficacy. I am also experienced in teaching relaxation techniques to help a child cope with the stresses of their academics. I easily...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Psychology, Child/Adolescent Mental Health Studies, Creative Writing
Midwestern University-Downers Grove - Current Grad Student, Clinical Psychology

Erica: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...job, I taught in the same school that I attended as a child. It was strange teaching with some of my former teachers at first but then I was able to learn so much from them. I have 20 years of education experience. I have tutored students from age 4 to 40 in reading, phonics, writing, math, study skills, homework support, and ACT and SAT prep. My favorite subject to tutor would be language arts....
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching

Sahithi: Des Plaines PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
"I love how my tutor really talked to me and made me feel welcomed." - Shondra "Very patient and very encouraging." - Jessica "She was really the best! Helped me a lot to my work and gives me a better understanding :)" - Unique "Sahithi is just so very sweet!" - Katie These are reviews from the kids that I've tutored in the past. One child at a time, encouraging me to better myself to better...
Education & Certification
Kennesaw State University - Bachelors, Biotechnology
Saint James School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine
Private PSAT Tutoring in Des Plaines, IL
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Des Plaines PSAT Tutoring FAQ
The Preliminary SAT (PSAT) also known as the National Merit Qualifying Scholarship Test is a wonderful way to practice for the SAT. Taking the PSAT also qualifies students to enter the National Merit Scholarship Corporation's scholarship program. If your child is planning on taking the PSAT at some point in their academic career, you will want to strive to ensure that they are aptly prepared, as the test is given only once a year. To try to give your child an edge over the other students, consider having them work with a personal tutor hand-selected to match their unique personality. Call Varsity Tutors today to find PSAT tutors in Des Plaines.
Our educational directors will connect you with a PSAT tutor in Des Plaines, IL, after considering all of your child's specific goals and needs. Lessons will be planned that not only take their individual learning style into consideration but are also efficient and engaging. As an expert in the PSAT, your tutor may be able to offer real-world examples and explain the format and test-taking strategies in a way that is easy to understand. As sessions will occur in a distraction-free environment of your choosing, your child could be free to ask as many questions as they need until they thoroughly understand the material being presented. Working one-on-one will allow your child the opportunity to focus on any area that they might be struggling with, whether that is the evidence-based reading and writing section or the mathematical section. An experienced and skilled PSAT tutor in Des Plaines, IL, could teach your child how to best use their study time and will give them a boost in their studies.
You could find that having a personal tutor makes scheduling sessions easy and convenient. Sessions can occur at any time and on any day of the week that is the most optimal for you and your child. You can also choose the location that makes your child feel the most comfortable and open to the learning process. A relaxed environment, such as your home, your child's school, or the Des Plaines Public Library are all available options. If your child prefers, then sessions can also take place through our online learning platform. The choice is up to you and your child. You can help maximize their productivity by calling the Varsity Tutors educational directors in Des Plaines today to find an expert tutor in the PSAT.
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