Top PSAT Tutors serving Elgin

Karishma: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...and styles that work best for them and that will serve them throughout school. I previously tutored with Boys Hope Girls Hope in Evanston, IL. I tutored middle and high school students in Spanish and English, and I was able to help them develop study strategies such as using flashcards or translating a sentence they...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Ariela: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...this skill and enthusiasm about learning. I understand that sometimes, the way you package and organize information is the most important part of teaching it to someone else, and that understanding someone's method of processing this information is the easiest way to get it to stick. Like I do backstage, I am excited about solving...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Theater & Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Quinn: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...main areas of speciality are French and 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Performance Studies, French minor
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Andrea: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
I currently attend the University of Chicago, where I major in Political Science and Biology. When I'm not spending hours reading Nietzsche, I'm doing improv comedy and graphic design. I'm currently pursuing a career in advertising/consulting, and in my spare time I eat mini tacos and watch Louis CK stand-up comedy. ... Teaching is about taking something complex and making it easy to understand. I like to focus a lot on students' questions, as they give...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Political Science/Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 760

Ruth: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790

Molly: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...but to help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing, manipulative activities, etc. - to ensure (1) a deep understanding of academic content and (2) an engaging, fun, authentic...
Education & Certification
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

Jacob: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...when the day comes, they are confident and prepared 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...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelors, English Literature
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Ben: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...on for individual students. I view my job as helping you achieve your goals in a way that's informed by how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been a tutor for test prep (including ACT, SAT, LSAT...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Ilana: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...While I am not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs. As an opera singer, I have studied Spanish, Italian, French and German and am accordingly fascinated by the etymology of words...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

James: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...realize their potential and achieve their goals. I received my bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology. I am currently studying to become an actuary, having passed the first two exams. I am working toward the third exam, studying advanced calculus and probability theory. I began tutoring in 2013 while working...
Education & Certification
Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Architectural Engineering
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 34

Brandon: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...ability to learn 'how to learn'. In other words, rather than simply memorizing and demonstrating content, I believe that recognizing and mastering one's own unique process(es) of learning is the most important outcome of learning. For this reason, I try not only to present learning as a challenging but fun exercise, but also as an...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Toronto - PHD, History
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Hannah: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
I graduated from Georgia Tech majoring in Industrial and Systems Engineering and Pre-teaching , and I just moved to Chicago to attend Chicago State University Pharmacy School. I have been tutoring a lot of students [K-12] in various subjects for more than ten years. ... Helping students to reach their goals.... I would talk about my background and share my past experience of studying. I also would ask what their goals are.
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Chicago State University - PHD, Pharmacy

Katelin: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...provided tutoring in Math, Science, and test prep. I am confident that my students improve in their subject area and showcase this improvement through constant record-keeping throughout and after each session. As a reflective and enthusiastic teacher and tutor, I am dedicated to ensure my students gather necessary knowledge and skills to develop and achieve...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois - Bachelor of Science, Communication
National Louis University - Master of Arts Teaching, Masters in Teaching Secondary Science

Jaya: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...genuinely enjoy algebra and statistics and am quite the grammarian. From preschool to college, I actually loved going to school every day and learning, and I hope to bring that love to others, also! I spent the fall of 2014 in Montpellier, France, and there I worked on mastering the French language. When I am...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics & French
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Gregory: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, 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.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Kris: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...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

Catherine: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
I love school and learning and would love to have the opportunity to pass that onto the next generation.... My teaching philosophy focuses on visualization of concepts to promote a deeper understanding, which ultimately means a lasting understanding. Focus on how to help the student get to that point.... In a first session, I would introduce myself to my student so they feel comfortable, ask them about themselves to open the dialogue and make them feel...
Education & Certification
University of South Carolina-Columbia - Bachelors, Environmental Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470

Rebecca: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...a minor in Religious Studies. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in social work at the University of Chicago's School of Social Service Administration. I am passionate about tutoring because I want everyone to be able to perform academically at their highest possible level. I also think it is important that learning is not...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Katherine: Elgin PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Elgin, IL
...the same school. I also taught French classes during summer. I have traveled to France twice: once to Paris and once throughout Southern France. My accent is classic Parisian, which I was complemented on a lot. I am very flexible in teaching style, ready to adjust to student needs and learning styles. I can tutor...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, English & French
Arizona State University - Masters, Creative Writing
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