Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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My educational path has followed paths of privilege -- private prep school, the Ivies for undergraduate and graduate degrees -- but my outlook on education is not conservative. I see success in terms of curiosity that grows throughout a lifetime, and reaches into new domains. Confident, creative thinkers are always in short supply, so it feels good to collaborate with Varsity Tutors to encourage more of them.
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...from Clemson University, where I also received my Master's in Astrophysics. In 2010, I graduated from The Ohio State University with degrees in Astronomy, Physics, and Russian. I have been tutoring students in math, science, and standardized test subjects for the past five years, and I would love to help you succeed in whatever subject necessary. When I am not working, I like to participate in public outreach events in math and science.... Teachers should engage...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...a dual major in Classics and Medieval Studies. I currently teach Latin, English, and history at Fusion Academy in Tysons, VA. I have been passionate about Latin from a young age, and that passion spurred me to study other topics with the same fervor. In addition to studying the Latin language, I have also studied Ancient Greek, Old English, Old Norse, Old Irish, and German. I love finding the patterns in languages and using language...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...background as a homeschooler makes me excited about education and about educating you/your child! My experience as a TA and math tutor equips me to teach subjects including: English, music, math, and test prep. I also have experience in childcare spanning the last 3 years. Growing up overseas equipped me with crucial intercultural communication skills. Lingually, I am fluent only in English and Macedonian, but I will do my best to provide the best possible...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...I am excited to be a Varsity Tutor. I completed my B.A. in Human Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University, and I am currently in graduate school at Wake Forest University. I have extensive teaching experience ranging from tutoring college-level biology to teaching English in China to running small group seminars on public speaking. I am passionate about helping others learn, and I will strive to help you accomplish your academic goals in any way that...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...Disability Services; i.e., in several separate classes, my notes were selected as exemplary and distributed each week to students whose learning disabilities impaired their ability to take their own notes. I also spent two years working in a lawyer's office, where I became even more rigorously organized, systematic, and detail-oriented than I had been in school. To my mind, the key to organization is to create a system with enough structure that it can be...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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I have taught intellectual property law for the past two years and SAT preparation for the past 10 years. I am a great tutor because not only are my fundamental verbal and quantitative skills strong, but I am able to communicate my reasoning and problem solving skills quickly and clearly.... My teaching philosophy is to help empower students to stay calm and use what information they know to arrive at the correct answers on tests through...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...from Strayer University and my Bachelor's Degree in Biology from the University of Georgia. I spent three years teaching middle and high school students in math and science at a private school, where I also served as vice principal. Prior to that, I spent a year abroad, teaching students of all ages English. During my high school and college career, I tutored students in a variety of subjects, especially in SAT/ACT/GRE test prep. As an...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...the First grade. I attended a small Catholic school for grades 1-8, and I graduated high school from a top Catholic, college prep program. I completed my undergraduate degree in Colorado and my Graduate work was done in New Jersey. I have over 15 years experience teaching, tutoring, and advising students in writing and the humanities (and some social sciences) at the college level. I am a student focused educator who tailors his approach to...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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Hi! My name is Olympia. I am a 7th grade Social Studies Teacher in Memphis, TN. Along with teaching and tutoring, I love hanging out with my husband and my dog, Grady. Hope to work with you soon!
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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My name is Jessica and I am currently enrolled at New York University studying politics and economics. I teach early childhood students part time and love reading and writing. I have a 4.0 GPA and graduated high school at the top of my class.
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...the lives of my students. I hold a BA in English Language and Literature from The University of Chicago and an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School. Over the years, I have merged my love of language and literature with my long-standing commitment to the welfare of children and young adults. In addition to tutoring, I have worked as a substitute teacher, classroom aide, afterschool mentor, and teaching artist. I have also recently...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...major at Columbia University. I have been a tutor for three years, specializing in college-bound high school students and middle school children. While I have experience tutoring many subjects, my favorites are Statistics, Mathematics, and Computer Science. I did not discover my passion for these subjects until college (I was admitted to Columbia as pre-law for my writing), and I wish I had been exposed to the fun aspects of these subjects at younger age....
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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I strive for my students to reach a thorough understanding of the subjects through my guidance, and for them to achieve excellence. Teaching SAT, GMAT, TOEFL, ACT, ESL, Spanish and other subjects since 2014.
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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Hello! I'm a senior at Harvard College, studying History and Literature with a focus in American Studies. I have multiple years of experience in math tutoring in a wide range of levels, and I'm very passionate about American history and world literature. I'm excited to help you with assignments and test prep for Math, English/Literature, and US History!
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...confidence and the right tools. I truly enjoy sharing my passion for learning with students. I hope to help them achieve their immediate goals while also increasing their overall skills and love of knowledge. My primary areas of expertise and interest are test prep and social sciences, but I also enjoy tutoring math and science. I'm one of those unusual people who actually loves standardized tests. In addition, I believe one of the most important...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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Hello! My name is Savannah Marshall. I'm currently an Art teacher working with students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. In the past, I've taught Spanish to Preschool through 8th grade, as well as ESL to high schoolers. I have also taught Math (Algebra and Geometry), Language Arts, Science, Art, and Social Studies in Spanish. I love working with students and learners of all ages and backgrounds!
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Environmental Engineering and Economics. Since coming to the east coast, I have tutored local Baltimore elementary students in elementary/middle school math and reading and writing. However, I also have experience teaching high school students for Science Olympiad, a common high school science competition. I am a super flexible tutor and believe that teaching styles should and can be adapted to every student's needs.
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...I earned my diplomas in Theatre and French, with a minor in Creative Writing. I grew up in Orange County, California, and for high school I studied Acting at the Orange County High School of the Arts. I have been tutoring since beginning my undergraduate career at Stanford University. In my free time, I set up a private tutoring practice in the Palo Alto/ Los Altos/ Redwood City areas. Upon my graduation, I moved back home...
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Certified PSAT Critical Reading Tutor in Schaumburg, IL
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...teaching methods have to be reassessed and reformulated. A 'good teacher' grows with his or her students and all parties leave the classroom as more highly skilled learners and teachers than they were when they arrived. First and foremost, my students come to the classroom to learn, in whatever form learning may take. I remind my students that this is a collective process: the student has an obligation to work hard and...... My teaching philosophy has...
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Private PSAT Critical Reading Tutoring in Schaumburg, IL
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Schaumburg PSAT Critical Reading Tutoring FAQ
Taking the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) can open up numerous opportunities for a student's future. Students who earn exceptional scores are able to begin the process of being named National Merit Scholars. This prestigious honor can bolster college applications and is often accompanied by offers of significant merit-based financial aid. National Merit Scholarship qualification aside, any student who takes the PSAT gains the experience of sitting for an exam modeled after the SAT. This experience can give a student an edge when it comes to studying for the SAT itself, as the PSAT score report can help identify one's weakest academic areas and pinpoint any testing anxieties or difficulties which will need to be addressed before taking the actual SAT.
Students who find themselves struggling with content tested in the PSAT Critical Reading section will need to review this material in a structured and focused way. This can present quite a challenge, as most high school English classes typically don't spend a significant portion of time on preparing students for the PSAT because it is seen as an optional exam. Knowing exactly what material to focus on while studying can be overwhelming. Students may have mastered sentence completion problems, but may find passage-based questions difficult. What is the best way to focus one's studies on improving these specific areas? Varsity Tutors can help students connect with personal PSAT Critical Reading tutoring to prepare for test day.
Experienced tutors take the time to really get to know their students. This involves evaluating the student for specific academic strengths and weaknesses so they are able to create custom lesson plans to address the aspects of the PSAT Critical Reading section which are most challenging for the student. A personal PSAT tutor will also take into account the personal learning style of the student. This ensures the subject material will be covered in a way that is easy for the student to understand. This helps students reach their academic goals as quickly as possible, while minimizing frustration and burnout.
PSAT Critical Reading tutors have achieved superb scores on this part of the exam. They know exactly what kind of knowledge and skills the section tests, and they also have the teaching experience and communication skills to help students learn what they need to know. An experienced tutor can also help make sure students are working at a pace that will allow them to carefully answer each problem on the Critical Reading section, without spending too much time on each question or passage. Individual tutoring sessions ensure students have their instructor's full attention, making it simple to receive advice and feedback about individual concerns as they arise.
Scheduling a personal PSAT Critical Reading tutoring session is far more convenient than many students believe. It is possible to schedule weekly sessions in the location that best fits with the student's schedule. This may be the student's home, school campus, coffee shop, or local library. Tutoring sessions can even be held face-to-face online using our live learning platform. Tutors are available for day, evening, and weekend sessions to make sure even the most hectic schedule can be accommodated.
The skills one learns through private PSAT Critical Reading tutoring can help them succeed on the PSAT. Beyond that, improved reading comprehension abilities can form a strong foundation for success on other standardized tests. Great reading comprehension skills benefit students in almost all future academic endeavors. Varsity Tutors is skilled at connecting students with the tutors that best fit their academic needs. Call us today to find out how to connect with a private PSAT Critical Reading tutor.
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Today we worked on more PSAT-type Critical Reading practice. We reviewed the passage from last week and worked on two more (rather lengthy) passages that I had assigned as homework. The student did quite well with the passages, and we had a few incorrect answers to work through. His conceptual understanding seems to be pretty good, especially for a rising 9th grader! He knows some of the Critical Reading passage tips and tricks. We talked about how to deal with passages whose questions end with "except"; those questions can have some rather irritating logical consequences that require some sort of "backwards" thinking, so we'll continue working on those. I left him with some SAT grammar practice, and soon we'll begin discussing (and writing about) "1984" to encourage both grammar and critical thinking practice. Great session!
The student and I worked through a PSAT Reading section together. He seems to be improving, especially in vocabulary. He seems to be finding it easier to understand the questions.
The student and I started by working with the critical reading section of the assessment and then moved on to Writing. We worked on techniques to move through questions efficiently and tackle unfamiliar vocabulary words. On the writing section, we worked on finding red flags in grammar questions.
Reviewed vocabulary words covered by previous tutor; created flashcards for additional vocabulary words; took 25-minute critical reading practice test. The student seems to have a pretty strong grasp of the vocabulary we covered.
We covered the assessment reading test. Reviewed overall strategies for the other assessment test, seven tips for organizing and categorizing questions, critical reading strategies, and he got some practice. I assigned homework of an hour a day and required that he start taking practice simulated tests.
In my first session with the student today, we first discussed the breakdown of the PSAT vs. SAT, what PSAT scores mean, why he wants to do well/why it isn't as important for colleges in comparison to the SAT, and what kind of questions/format he can expect to see. The student was quiet, but started talking more once we started doing practice questions together. He should fit some type of vocabulary studying (on a phone app, website game, flashcards etc.) with his other studying. We will also need to spend at least a session reviewing Grammar and the types of questions in the Writing section.
