Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...I always ensure that the student is my number one priority. For every student, I will create a personalized lesson plan, incorporating instruction and practice problems into the teaching. I notice that some students are very visual learners while others prefer an auditory explanation and discussion. By highlighting the student's strengths, understanding their weaknesses, and tailoring the instruction to their learning style, the student's learning potential will greatly increase. I will meet the unique needs...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...completed an AmeriCorps program working in a hospital in Los Angeles, California. I then attended graduate school at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. While in graduate school, I was a TA and helped several undergrads in biology. I have found that several students have the potential to do well in school. The problems they face can be due to a variety of reasons, and one-on-one tutoring is a great way to help students figure out...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...the ah-ha moments that happen quickly in the tutoring environment. It might take a student months in a classroom to understand a topic that, through tutoring, might take an hour. Tutoring is where my passion lies. I do not have a one size fits all style of tutoring. I know each student is different and learns in a different way. I will cater to your learning style in tutoring sessions to help you reach your...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...I am tutoring physics, mathematics, biology, and chemistry, here at Varsity Tutors with my spare time. I graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and then obtained my Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stony Brook University. I'm able to tutor physics, math, chemistry, and biology from grades 7-12 and the collegiate level. For those looking to get straight A's throughout the semester or ace the...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...I love working with kids and have a wide breadth of tutoring, teaching, and mentoring experience. For example, all throughout high school, I served as a 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...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...tutor and have found that work to be the most rewarding as it allows me to interact more closely with individual students as we work on skill development and building confidence. Test prep has been a focus of my tutoring, helping students prepare for high school entrance or placement tests, SAT, ACT, and graduate tests. Whether I am tutoring for test prep or for school subjects, my goal is always to inspire, educate, and motivate...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...teaching a six-week class on psychology to underserved high school students in the Boston area; teaching chemistry, biology, and computer science at a STEM summer camp to 6th-9th graders; working as a TA in a college-level philosophy seminar; and even teaching choreo for a hip-hop dance workshop series! And, though my teaching experience centers largely around STEM subjects, I also have a deep love for history, English, and philosophy, and am excited to work with...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...each problem, step-by-step. I have tutored many friends in the past to increase their understanding of college-level mathematics and get an "A" in their class. I can do the same for YOU! When I am not studying or working, I enjoy playing tennis, running, drawing, or learning new skills. I currently offer online Math tutoring for Pre-K to 8th Grade and hope to expand to teaching Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, and College Algebra. Don't worry! I'll meet...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...be chosen from the textbook or I could formulate them myself). This method affirms student understanding of the subjects covered. Guarantees: I can guarantee you that if you follow the steps I pass onto you, I have no doubt that you will not only pass the class but also end up with an A. That's based on experience and not talk. Once you understand Math, you will love it. Once you love it, you will...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...multiple educational summer camps and tutored students and offered courses in chess and tennis. I also have three years of direct tutoring experience at the Emory Writing Center, where I worked with students from a variety of backgrounds on diverse writing tasks. Prior to Emory, I attended the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, taking courses like linear algebra, mathematical modeling, multivariable calculus, and advanced chemistry, biology, and physics. From an academic standpoint, I...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...Politics with a minor in History from New York University. While I enjoy discussing a variety of subjects, tutoring math, history, and political science are perhaps most appealing to me. I find that the act of explaining something to someone else helps me to understand it on an even deeper level, and I find that almost as gratifying as helping someone discover something new. The best thing about tutoring is helping someone to discover, or...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...tutoring is because I just love talking about math, I think it's one of the most interesting subjects out there and is not as intimidating as it may seem. I try to be a friendly face to help people see math as something that can actually be enjoyable and as something that you can be really good at. I'll cater my tutoring sessions to what you need help with and how you best learn. That...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...with learning disabilities/accommodations & struggling with timing to those trying to achieve perfect scores. Although I always create individualized plans, I focus on teaching every student the most effective, step-by-step way to approach each question on each section of the test. Beyond test prep, I've taught/tutored just about every academic subject through the undergraduate level. Outside the classroom, I enjoy reading about history, going to church, coaching sports (track & tennis), and spending time with...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...in Big Data Analytics at Colorado Tech University. My extensive experience includes solving problems in Calculus, Algebra, Trigonometry, Geometry, and Basic Math. This depth of knowledge allows me to effectively address a wide range of mathematical issues. I am known for my patience and ability to explain complex class material clearly. My academic background and practical experience have equipped me with the skills necessary to help students understand and excel in mathematics. I am dedicated...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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I graduated college Summa Cum Laude with a double major in Anthropology and Neuroscience. My favorite subject is actually a combination of the two, studying how evolution has shaped human culture, brain, and behavior. I've been a tutor for various subjects and age groups with a particular interest in mathematics. I really enjoy the sciences, but I also find math to be incredibly relaxing and rewarding once you get the grasp of the concept.
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...worked extensively with children, accumulating five years of experience as a camp counselor in addition to several years as a swim instructor and coach to all ages. I was raised in an academic household, and although I struggled as a young student, I learned to embrace academic challenge and thrived as a student in high school and college, and I am now preparing to continue my education in graduate school. My experience taught me that...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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...AP tests. In middle school and high school, I have always excelled in rigorous classes and received A's in all of them. Although it was difficult adjusting to college in the first year of college, I learned how to tailor my learning to how to study best for different subjects. In regards to tutoring, I have lots of experience throughout my student career as I would tutor in high school for about 10 hours a...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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I love teaching and it's been a passion of mine that has brought me great fulfillment over the years. From teaching students at all levels for over 20 years to supporting my three children through high school and college studies, I've brought confidence and knowledge to those I've tutored. The change I see in my students from those who struggle to those who succeed is rewarding both personally and professionally. ... To explain the topic in...
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Certified PSAT Mathematics Tutor in Park Ridge, IL
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I am a senior at Columbia University in New York City, studying Chemical Engineering. I am originally from Pittsburgh, PA, and have served as a tutor in the past for public school students in New York through the Columbia Tutoring and Learning Center, as well as the EduMate NYC program. I am passionate about science and engineering, particularly Chemistry and Biology, as well as computer programming, and I hope to provide the individualized attention students...
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Private PSAT Mathematics Tutoring in Park Ridge, IL
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Park Ridge PSAT Mathematics Tutoring FAQ
With all of the standardized testing used in contemporary secondary schooling, it might seem that the PSAT is just one more exam being foisted upon your child. Nonetheless, this exam has an important connection to the National Merit Scholarship. As part of your child's preparations, it is necessary to be certain that a thorough math review is undertaken before test day. Help provide an able guide to your child's preparation. Contact Varsity Tutors' educational directors, today to discuss the PSAT mathematics tutoring options that they can connect you to for your child's preparation.
Given the nature of standardized testing, the curriculum to be covered by the PSAT exhibits something of a one-size-fits-all nature for the mathematics section. This is to be expected, but it can make preparation a bit difficult given that no two students are cut to the exact same mold. Test preparation courses for the PSAT mathematics section will likely include many topics that are redundant for your child to study, and likewise, such courses will not likely be able to give special attention to any topics that might be particularly problematic for him or her. However, a personal tutor can provide a tailored preparation experience, creating a customized approach based on your child's particular course history and background, adjusting the mathematics concepts to be covered based on his or her strengths and weaknesses.
The overall content of the PSAT mathematics section is not difficult, covering only several major categories of mathematics topics. However, given that your child has not likely covered all of these topics recently, it is critical that he or she review those subjects that are least current in his or her memory. Your child's tutor can help to arrange this, helping your child achieve the best possible score on the PSAT mathematics section with the least amount of frustration necessary. Whether your child is currently in an advanced trigonometry course or is taking a first pre-algebra or algebra course, he or she could benefit from the directed guidance of an expert tutor and PSAT mathematics tutoring.
The PSAT math tutoring sessions are designed to be flexible and convenient. Your child is able to spend as much or as little time as he or she needs to in order to grasp each concept in full. They don't need to study the concepts they are familiar with. Your child may be given assessment tests, practice tests, and other items to make sure that they are fully prepared for the PSAT math section when the time comes. Your child's tutor can offer support on homework, class work, and test preparation. Your tutor may impart test-taking strategies and skills to make sure your child can complete the exam to their utmost potential. Furthermore, you are able to receive ongoing reports as to your child's progress, making certain that you know where his or her development is. You can arrange your child's tutoring sessions around his or her schedule to ensure they have ample time for their other commitments, such as after school activities, extracurriculars, and other classwork. You can have the tutor meet your child at your home, or another location in person such as a library or favorite cafe, or have online tutoring sessions through the Varsity Tutors live learning platform.
Given that your child may soon be preparing to take the SAT, this initial preparation can help to lay the groundwork for future success on this later, even more important aspect of your child's college application. With the potential for the accrual of so many benefits, why hesitate to find the personalized help that can help your child succeed? Contact Varsity Tutors today to find the perfect mathematics tutor, to help him or her prepare for the PSAT exam with one-on-one PSAT mathematics tutoring.
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Recent Park Ridge PSAT Mathematics Tutoring Session Notes
We continued to learn and practice tips/techniques for answering math questions from the PSAT practice book. Assigned questions for homework and asked the student to identify the appropriate tactic to use to answer the homework questions.
We reviewed some geometry and data analysis problems that could appear of the PSAT. The student reported wanting to go over inference and reasoning for Critical Reading. We reviewed the tactics presented in the book and did some practice. We ran out of practice in the PSAT book and started practice tests in the SAT book she had.
The student has all the math skills he needs. The challenge for him is to be more meticulous and precise. He'll see a significant improvement as soon as he slows himself down and starts annotating the questions to be clear that what he's answering is what they're asking.
I didn't have a detailed score report, so I emphasized math based on what I was told in an initial e-mail, and hit several other topics to gauge her capabilities. She performed very well in the language sections. The student is also knowledgeable about a variety of math topics (special right triangles, etc.) but has some difficulty setting up some of the problems.
Today I met with the student to go over two practice tests I left with him last week. I'm happy to see that some of the concepts we are discussing are sinking in (averages, special right triangles, probability). Some of the areas like geometry and multiple multiples (ambiguous algebra expressions) are still giving him a bit of trouble. Additionally he is running out of time taking the practice tests, so we will work on strategies to move faster through the problems. Simple techniques like canceling like-terms and eliminating impossible answers will help him to move faster through each section. I left him with two practice tests to do this week and am putting together review sheets for geometry and multiple multiples (ambiguous algebra expressions).
- Meeting Thursday, 7/25.
- Went over Fractions, decimals, and percentage subsections.
- Showed problem understanding the concept that a percentage is a fraction or decimal x 100, especially when it came to representing it using variables.
