Top PSAT Tutors serving Naperville
Blake: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...capacity for over 10 years. I taught English as a foreign language in South Korea for five years, and have tutored all ages and ability levels in all core academic subjects. I moved back to the States in late 2015, and now recruit public school teachers for one of the largest urban, public school districts in the country, Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize in standardized test prep, English grammar and essay...
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Middlebury College - Bachelors, History of Art and Architecture
Molly: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...to wholly ingrain the skills, strategies, and overall thinking needed to fully understand how and why we can come to certain answers. My goal is not to help students to merely get a good grade on the next quiz, 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,...
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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
Carter: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...I'm a Michigander at heart, having lived most of my life in mid-Michigan. I received my B.A. (Journalism) at Michigan State University; I taught college composition at the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University; and nothing makes me happier than strapping up my kayaks and exploring the state's rivers and lakes. I am confident in my ability to help students with any situation where they are trying to convey a purpose to an audiencebe...
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Michigan State University - Bachelors, Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Masters, English
Gabriel: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...and Literature. I spent a year teaching in Harlem, New York, two teaching in Peru and three teaching in Colombia. Currently, I am studying to get my PhD at the University of Chicago. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring a variety of ages and subjects (in particular, I have the most experience tutoring for the PSAT, SAT and college admissions essays, as well as math, English literature and Spanish to middle school students). My...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, History and Literature
University of Chicago - PHD, Comparative Human Development
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 710
Grace: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...currently working in Chicago. She graduated magna cum laude from Northwestern University with a degree in English Literature and Theatre, with a concentration in Theatre for Young Audiences. You can find a portion of her honors thesis on Virginia Woolf's last novel published in the next issue of the Madison Journal of Literary Criticism! Grace loves working with young people and has been teaching drama and tutoring students in writing and test prep for the...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, English Literature & Theatre
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Jasmine: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...visual learner. Finally, I love the collaborative, communal nature of successful private tutoring, as parents, tutors, regular teachers, and other members of a student's support system come together to ensure the student's academic and personal needs are met. To learn more about this process and to build upon the assistance I can offer students, I will be a Master of Social Work (A.M.) candidate at The University of Chicago, starting in September 2014. When I...
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The University of Chicago - Associates, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720
Oliver: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
My name is Oliver. I'm a current student at Northwestern University and standardized test tutor. I've been tutoring for the past 3 years and have helped many students score well on the SAT, ACT, PSAT, and similar exams. I am also fluent in French.
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Northwestern University - Engineer, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Jessica: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...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 analyzing Austen is, most of the skills they pick up along the way do serve some purpose later in life, both directly...
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University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cancer Biology
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Ilana: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently, so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. 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...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Kyle: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...and science have always been my passion. And since I was 16 years old as a high school sophomore, I have also enjoyed sharing knowledge with others. I was part of the peer tutoring program at my high school, and during college, I tutored fellow students in math and science classes. More specifically, I specialize in high school and college-level math/science courses: algebra, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus, physics and chemistry. Test prep for ACT, SAT,...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 31
Karlyn: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...study at a Spanish language school, and am very familiar with how Spanish is taught in a classroom. Additionally, I have several months of experience tutoring in classrooms (especially middle school reading), and also have some experience tutoring the US naturalization test. I hope to complete my TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification by June. I am passionate about many subjects, including Spanish, ESL, English, History, and Political Science. I attempt to ground...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology, International Studies
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Master of Arts, Cultural Foundations of Education
Remington: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...in Condensed Matter Physics. I am currently working at an experimental physics lab at the University of Maryland, College Park. My tutoring style is pretty relaxed. In my experience, if someone knows what question to ask then they are already pretty close to the answer; they just need a push in the right direction. I like to help people talk through the problems. My job is to steer you in the right direction and help...
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University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Criminology
University of Chicago - PHD, Physics
Chelain: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...and then obtained an MD (Doctor of Medicine) and a PhD in Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology from Thomas Jefferson University. I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital. My favorite part about teaching is trying to convey to my students how I think through a problem and adapting that to their learning process. I think I am talented at helping people understand topics by explaining each step, as necessary, to demonstrate how to...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Biology, Psychology
Thomas Jefferson University - PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Completed Internship in Internal Medicine.
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 35
Bryson: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...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 helping students hone their test taking skills to achieve optimal results. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy running, listening to music,...
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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
Mike: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...thinking abilities and to encourage them to utilize these abilities in interpreting and interacting with the world around them. I believe that liberal education is one of the great pillars of democracy and civil society. If I can help young people understand and assess academic material, achieve their academic goals, and appropriate what they learn to apply it to their own lives and the world around them, I will be well satisfied.
Education & Certification
The University of San Francisco - Bachelors, European History
The University of Chicago - PHD, History (History of Ideas and Modern German History)
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
Brandon: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...me the opportunity to guide, and to work closely with young scholars and learners from a variety of backgrounds. I firmly believe that the importance of education as well as the key to a successful academic career is the 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...
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Michigan State University - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Toronto - PHD, History
LaShonda: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...and their English course. Drawing on my interdisciplinary experience, I successfully guided students through research skills, literary analysis and the tools requisite for historical perspective. Another example includes my experience working in New York City public schools, K-12, as a Curriculum/Professional Development consultant with Ventures Education Systems Corporation (VESC). As a consultant for this national school reform and professional development organization, I designed and delivered workshops in balanced literarcy, test preparation and critical thinking. I...
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University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
College of the College of William and Mary - PHD, American Studies
Sahithi: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, 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...
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Kennesaw State University - Bachelors, Biotechnology
Saint James School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine
John: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...is important to me, and it is important to always keep in mind the skill levels of every diverse learner I work with. After all, if students don't learn the way we teach, then we need to teach them the way they learn. I'm an extremely positive and enthusiastic person not only as an educator but as a person in general. In my spare time, I enjoy walking, cooking, throwing boomerangs, reading, and playing backgammon.
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
Jaya: Naperville PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Naperville, IL
...siblings with homework and reading there, as well. I am passionate about the life sciences and the French language, and I love helping others foster a deeper understanding in these two particular subjects! I also 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...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelors, Genetics & French
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Private PSAT Tutoring in Naperville, IL
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Naperville PSAT Tutoring FAQ
Planning to take the SAT, but not quite sure you're ready yet? Well, that's why the PSAT exists. What is the PSAT? It's a preliminary version of the standardized test once known as the Scholastic Aptitude Test or the SAT. The main purpose of this practice exam is to help students who want to attend universities and colleges prepare to take the real test. Generally, the idea is that if you score better on the Preliminary SAT, you'll score better on the real deal. A tutor could help you pursue your test score goals. If you're preparing for the PSAT, let the Varsity Tutors educational directors connect you with a tutor in Naperville, IL.
One of the other major benefits of the PSAT is its ability to open doors to awards, such as National Merit Scholarships. Approximately $180 million worth of scholarships are granted to students who attain high PSAT scores. Earning a scholarship could be the key to you attending the college or university of your dreams. But you have to score well, which is something your tutor can try to help you do.
With a PSAT tutor, you'll be working with an expert who knows what it takes to excel at this test. And, because they're so familiar with the exam, they will have some tips to share with you to try to help you score well. We can find you a talented PSAT tutor in Naperville who can work with students at all proficiency levels.
This exam is also known as the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, or NMSQT. In 2015, it was revised in order to reflect the various revisions made to the 2016 SAT. One of the most notable changes to the preliminary exam is the scoring scale. There are two sections: the evidence-based reading and writing component, and the math component. Varsity Tutors will connect you with an experienced and trusted PSAT tutor in Naperville who might help you score better on both sections.
Another benefit of the PSAT is that you can take it up to three times during your high school career. That means you have three chances to practice, so you can achieve the score of your dreams on the SAT. And, with a tutor matched with you by Varsity Tutors, you can learn at whatever time is best for you, in your own home, or another convenient location. You can even learn online, in face-to-face web sessions. Contact Varsity Tutors' educational directors for help connecting with a PSAT tutor near Naperville, IL today.
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