Top SAT Tutors serving Burr Ridge

Danielle: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...teacher training from the same university. My favorite aspect of teaching was the one-on-one interactions I would have with my students when they came for conferences or office hours. I believe that an important part of teaching is taking a personal interest in the students and helping them become self-motivated in their education.
Education & Certification
Columbia College Chicago - Bachelors, Cultural Studies
Central Michigan Univeristy - Masters, English Language and Literature
ACT Composite: 31
GRE Quantitative: 156
GRE Verbal: 163

Ran: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...the trends in their errors and give suggestions on key words or problem structures that improved their performances in later practice tests. Past students have commended me for my ability to explain concepts clearly and concisely while being patient and engaging at the same time. I find great fulfillment in helping build younger students to...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 780

Lisa: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...I am a firm proponent of peer-to-peer learning and the importance of a strong education. I hope not only to assist with your academic needs, but also to inspire critical thinking and challenge you to become a better student! Outside of my career pursuits and tutoring, I enjoy crocheting, painting, blogging and watching too much...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35

Bryson: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...biology and algebra to high schoolers. My favorite subjects to tutor are mathematics and Spanish, as I find them to be the most engaging, but I enjoy and can help with nearly all content areas. When I was in school, I was (and still am!) a self-described "nerd" who really enjoyed expanding my knowledge base...
Education & Certification
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

Isabel: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...are algebra and geometry because it is so easy to make use of them in everyday life. When I tutor, I like to have my student identify what is confusing, work through the problem with my student, and then have them attempt a similar problem completely on their own. In my spare time, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
Harvard College - Bachelors, History of Art and Architecture
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 34

Alyssa: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...Peru, where I worked as a computer teacher at a technical institute called CETPRO Betania. I have previously tutored a broad range of subjects and age groups, and I have especially enjoyed working with students to develop their writing skills. I tutor ACT Test prep and English with a focus on critical reading and writing...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English, Psychology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Hannah: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, 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

Adrianne: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...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 state-mandated tests in Illinois and Michigan. Finally,...
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

Anna: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jersey, a selective, application-based magnet school, for high school. I have tutored in various subjects for a number of years, particularly in English, Reading Comprehension, Biology, Essay Editing/Writing Support, and SAT/ACT test prep. I love tutoring and I'm excited to help my students achieve their goals!
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Northwestern University - Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Lauren: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...of subjects; including History, English, and Chemistry. I love working with students one-on-one and I love the process of getting to know a student's individual learning style. My philosophy is that students learn best when they can connect the subject they're learning about with real-world experiences and applications. I believe in getting to know my...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, History
National Louis University - Masters, MAT

Mike: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...develop their critical 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...
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

Johnathan: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...goals, whether they're brushing up on algebra, mastering data sufficiency, or aiming for a top percentile GMAT score. What sets my tutoring apart is my commitment to growth beyond just test scores. I focus on building problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and the strategic thinking needed not just for the GMAT, but for business school and...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Northwestern University - Doctor of Business Adminstration, Business Administration and Management

Anna: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...explain concepts to make them understandable for students. I also tend to get very enthusiastic about the subject at hand. It is my strong belief that they key to success in academics is true understanding. When a student understands why something works, memorization becomes a tool that is only rarely needed. Students who understand concepts...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Current Undergrad, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36

Michael: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...University in Medford, Massachusetts in 2011. Having grown up in Alabama, completed an undergraduate degree in Massachusetts, and a Master's in the U.K., I have tutored students from a broad range of backgrounds in an even broader range of subject areas. I have worked with students in subjects ranging from History and Government to Reading,...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought

Adrianna: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...love to help students find their voice in writing. I found that for me, as soon as I began to write about things I was passionate about on an individual level, I was able to unlock a lot of creativity. If students write about what they know, rather than what they think someone would like...
Education & Certification
Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Policy Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31

Taryn: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...focus on the specific areas of improvement. One size does not fit all, so why teach that way! There is nothing better than seeing a student's eyes light up when problems come together, which is partially why I especially love word problems. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and going to art museums. I...
Education & Certification
Pepperdine University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Northwestern University - PHD, Chemistry

Emily: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...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 based on the needs of the individual student I am...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelors, Environmental Studies and Jazz Trumpet
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800

Remington: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...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 you reach that "ah-ha!" moment.
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Criminology
University of Chicago - PHD, Physics

Rachel: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...as an editor to the Yale Daily News. In many ways, I am your typical liberal arts student who is interested in many subjects. I am capable of tutoring English, Math, Economics, Political Science, and History. I am also interested in helping you edit any of your essays and/or applications. As an editor of the...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Economics
University of Chicago Booth School of Business - Masters, MBA (Masters in Business Administration)
GMAT: 760
GRE: 330
GRE Quantitative: 168

Francesca: Burr Ridge SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Burr Ridge, IL
...and to work with them in a reduced-stress environment. My top three goals are to give students skills to succeed in life, to help them manage stress during this trying time in their lives, and to give them guidance for future success. My biggest joy in tutoring comes from working with students to figure out...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Economics, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36
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