Top SAT Tutors serving Chicago

Christina: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...my degree form the University of California and have taught in the classroom and the online setting in general subject, test-prep, Language Arts and ESL subject matters both online and in person for the last 20 years. I have helped students prepare for college entrance exams, such as the ACT and SAT. I can teach English, Composition Writing, Reading, Test Taking, IELTs, TOEFL, and other college entry preparation courses. I am highly motivated and personally...
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University of California-San Francisco - Master of Science, Elementary School Teaching
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Mariam (Ri): Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...overall accessibility in the college admission process has only grown through my position with College Possible. This organization focuses on helping low-income minority students gain knowledge surrounding higher education, as well as provides them with free SAT test preparation. I particularly enjoy teaching Algebra I and Geometry. As part of my requirements for College Possible I created and taught two standardized test prep lesson plans a week in the months leading up to my students'...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Human Development and Family Studies
ACT English: 34
SAT Verbal: 700

Mostafa: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Honors graduate (2022) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor's in Materials Science and Engineering and a minor in Biomedical Engineering. In college, I enjoyed working with my classmates and later on took a position as a tutor in the engineering library. I have clocked in thousands of hours helping students through various STEM subjects. I enjoy helping make topics fun and breaking down complex problems into simpler more minor problems. I...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Materials Engineer, Biomedical Engineering

Evan: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...am a graduate of Pomona College, one of the Claremont Colleges located in east Los Angeles. At Pomona I studied Cognitive Science and Psychology, played varsity basketball, and worked as a Teacher's Assistant in the Linguistics and Cognitive Science department. I've worked for Varsity Tutors since moving back to Seattle last September, and love my job. As a tutor, I specialize in teaching SAT/ACT/GRE/ISEE prep, writing, English, Spanish, math, music, and psychology. If you need...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science (Psychology Focus)
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Diane: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...from Miami University in Oxford Ohio and my M.Ed. in Student Affairs from Loyola University. At the moment, the subjects I will be tutoring include elementary school subjects, adult literacy, ESL, study skills, and Microsoft Office. I am hoping to expand on that list shortly. I am passionate about education. I believe it is essential possess basic skills, such as communication and problem solving, to be a productive member of society. In my spare time,...
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Miami University - Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Loyola University-Chicago - Masters in Education, College Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Rudy: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...experience. I attended undergrad at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Then, I 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...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Behavioral Biology
DePaul University - Master of Science, Biology, General
Grace: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...worked at the Writing Center and helped peers with their essays and applications. In addition to the Writing Center, I was also a Teaching Assistant for MicroEconomics and Intro to Political Science and worked closely with students in both roles to clarify class material. I have also helped high school seniors develop their common application and worked with a middle schooler to learn to become more comfortable with writing. I am someone who loves to...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Business Administration, Political Science and Government

Steven: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...with a degree in History and Psychology. At the U of I, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with Highest Distinction in History. After graduation, I joined Teach For America where I worked for 2 years as a High School English Teacher in inner-city St. Louis. I have experience teaching a variety of reading and writing skills, and I specialize in ACT Prep for Reading and English. I currently work in non-profit and I'm looking to...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 36
Karlyn: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...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 my teaching and tutoring in the daily experiences, motivations, and goals of the student, customizing the materials to meet their needs and learning styles. I believe that education is a two-way street: we can all be teachers, and we can all be learners.
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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
Daniel: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
Tutoring and giving back my learning are huge passions of mine. I have 8+ years of experience in tutoring K-12 education, 4+ years in tertiary studies with an emphasis in the collegiate business curriculum, and experience tutoring the ACT. My priority is guaranteeing your understanding in the course work. I am versatile in my teaching approach and strive to provide multiple explanations to any given inquiry.
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Morley: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...and edited scores of writers from around the world. I write every day and love helping find students their own voice. My college entrance essay is held up by Johns Hopkins as an example for other students. I spent the last year teaching students in a troubled Italian high school. I loved the challenge of working with unmotivated learners, and several of my students told me I was the best teacher they had had. Before that...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities

Jasper N: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...an educator I have worked with adults with learning disabilities. I have taught science, english, and history courses for K-8. I was a teaching assistant for Drawing for Animation at the college level. And I've homeschooled an 8 year old in the subjects of science, history, sorcery, and storytelling. I'm passionate about art and expression. I take time to ensure my students grasp the material. I'm tutoring English, Science, Literature, Art, Creative Writing, Drawing, Comedy,...
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California State University-Long Beach - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Emily: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...family law related cases. I graduated from Northwestern University with a BA in Philosophy in 2009. In May of 2014, I received my JD from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. I tutor Reading, Writing, History, Public Speaking, Standardized Test Prep, and am available to help with the college application process. Prior to law school, I assisted in the developing of curriculum for a homework help program at a community center in Chicago. I have...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Loyola University Chicago School of Law - Juris Doctor, Public Interest Law Certificate
Connie: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a Dartmouth junior double majoring in Mathematical Data Science and Chinese Language. I have been a competitive swimmer for over 12 years and currently swim at Dartmouth College. I have always had a passion for STEM and helping others. I primarily tutor high school math and ACT/SAT, but I also have experience in upper-level college courses such as Probability and Linear Algebra.
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematical Statistics and Probability
ACT Composite: 34
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790

Jack: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Methods. My academic journey has been both rigorous and rewarding, preparing me for a career in investment banking after graduation. Outside of my academic and professional pursuits, I have a deep-seated love for teaching and mentoring. As the oldest of four siblings, I've dedicated a significant portion of my life to tutoring and guiding my younger brothers and sisters. Beyond my family, I've also shared my expertise by tutoring in a variety of subjects including:...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Adil: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...them achieve their academic goals. I value education and encourage those who wish to further their education. I am a product of years of academia that has positively impacted my life by liberating me in ways I could not imagine. My success and confidence, which I am grateful for, result from my hard work in school. I am a proud student and educator, and I hope to aid, inspire, and enable my students to be...
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Pace University-New York - Master of Arts, Accounting and Business Management
University of the Cumberlands - Master of Science, Computer and Information Systems Security

Angie: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...school, and have tutored peers in math, biology, and chemistry, elementary schoolers in English and math, and elderly adults in ESL. I love helping my students gain confidence in their own abilities, as I believe that education is the key to a lifetime of opportunity and growth. I have a flexible tutoring style-- I'll listen to your needs and wants and adjust accordingly to give you the best learning experience possible. Outside of school, I...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication Sciences and Disorders
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Nora: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...I also enjoy dance and have assistant taught at Transcendance Studios in Oak Park, as well as taught a technique class to middle school aged dancers at Steppin' Out Dance Studio in Grinnell, Iowa. Please refer to my areas of expertise; I am enthusiastic to tutor in a variety of subject areas and am able to provide references upon request. I am thrilled to continue helping students of elementary school through high school reach their...
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Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

David: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...educate and advocate for youth in the foster care system, and I recently finished a season where I was the Director of Programming for a summer camp supporting kids with speech disorders. In my free time I enjoy playing basketball, writing, listening/telling stories, and playing board games. I enjoy seeing students suddenly "get it," particularly in the areas of math, writing, and reading (for school and/or standardized tests). I believe learning and teaching should be...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Organizational Behavior Studies

Dylan: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...to give one-on-one guidance in teaching many concepts. Tutoring is very rewarding for me because I am driven to help others and give whatever knowledge I have gained over the years in every field. I also have experience dealing with situations in which students are not quickly or readily grasping concepts, and I have developed the patience to handle these situations. Teaching is just as rewarding for the student as it is for me, because...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32
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Chicago SAT Tutoring FAQ
If you're gearing up to face the SAT, Varsity Tutors can connect you with the best Chicago SAT tutors who can lend their expertise and comprehensive knowledge of the SAT to your preparatory efforts. The SAT is a lengthy test that covers a broad swath of academic skills, so it can be tough to know where to start studying or how to best spend your prep time. Chicago SAT tutoring can be an excellent solution to this problem, as private instructors can develop a structured lesson plan that takes your strengths and weaknesses into account.
What are some of the advantages of working with Chicago SAT tutors near me?
Chicago SAT tutoring can be much more flexible than a traditional classroom prep environment. In a classroom where you work alongside your peers, teachers are required to adopt generalized teaching methods and curricula that don't always meet the needs of every student. The same goes for class pacing. When teachers have to stick to a firm classroom schedule, they may have to move on to new topics before all students are ready to.
Private instruction offers a solution to these issues. Since the SAT covers a lot of ground, it's fair to assume that there are some elements of the test that you're feeling more confident about than others. If you're a highly literate student who isn't worried about the reading and writing sections of the test but who struggles with math, why waste half of your prep time covering those former topics rather than focusing on the latter? Chicago SAT tutors can identify the SAT topics that you need to brush up on most urgently, and can then assemble a systematic study plan that uses your time wisely.
Additionally, the personalized nature of Chicago SAT tutoring means that instructors can adjust their teaching methods to cater to your natural learning style. Everyone tends to find certain modes of instruction more effective - some prefer auditory learning, while others find they absorb and recall information more reliably when it's presented visually, or through hands-on experience.
If you're a visual learner your instructor can use teaching aids like flashcards, graphs, flowcharts, and more, to present you with concepts in the format that's most amenable to you. If you're an auditory learner, on the other hand, they can engage you in discussion-based learning that brings you into a back-and-forth dialogue.
What kinds of skills can Chicago SAT tutoring help me to develop?
The SAT is broken up into three sections: Math, Reading, and Writing and Language, with an optional Essay component. Each section is scored on a range from 200 to 800, and the essay is scored from 6 to 24. As the SAT can play an important role in college admission decision-making, your score can affect your future, so you'll want to be well prepared. We'll briefly outline each component of the SAT here so you can get an idea of what subjects Chicago SAT tutors can help you come to understand.
The Math section will give you 80 minutes to answer 58 questions. There are both calculator and no-calculator segments of the Math section, so you'll have to have a solid grasp of mathematical principles and be able to apply them without mechanical assistance. You'll be tested on your knowledge of algebra, data analysis, and the manipulation of expressions. Beyond leading you through a full-fledged review of mathematics and emphasizing the skills that can be the most useful on the exam, Chicago SAT tutors can also teach you how to quickly identify incorrect answers, which can help you save time on multiple-choice questions and give you an edge.
The Reading section takes 65 minutes and will ask you to respond to 52 questions. You'll be provided with passages from a variety of sources: classic literature, sociological or economic texts, foundational concepts in physical science, U.S. founding documents, and other, similar texts. You'll have to read these passages and show your ability to analyze them effectively, by demonstrating that you understand how to use evidence, can determine the meanings of words and phrases in context, and can draw inferences about written arguments. Chicago SAT tutors can provide you with sample passages, read them alongside you, and show you what sorts of information you should be scanning for when you're sitting for the exam.
The Writing and Language section is somewhat similar to the Reading section, in that you'll be asked to analyze passages. However, there are some key differences. Writing and Language questions can include tables and graphs and the structure of questions is inverted. Instead of using the passages to come to conclusions based on evidence, you'll be making suggestions about how the passages could be improved based on the evidence.
You'll also be asked to give suggestions about how words or phrases could be changed to improve the tone or consistency of passages and to show your knowledge of English grammar and usage. Chicago SAT tutors can teach logical analysis skills you'll be expected to show on the Writing and Language section, and can inform you about what sorts of trick questions to watch out for. You'll have 35 minutes to answer 44 questions here.
The optional Essay section will provide you with 50 minutes to read a passage and respond with an analytical essay. You'll have to consider the author's claims and deconstruct their argument in order to evaluate it. The goal is not to argue for your own position, but rather to assess how well the author makes their case and to reveal what persuasive techniques they're putting to use.
Writing off-the-cuff can be difficult under the best of circumstances, much less when you're under the stress of a standardized test, but Chicago SAT tutors can expose you to relaxation and concentration methods that you can use on the exam. Tutors can also drill you with sample essays and ask you to examine their arguments to improve your speed under time pressure.
How can I get in touch with Chicago SAT tutors near me?
Chicago SAT tutoring is provided both online and in person, so you'll have some options to choose from when you enroll. Online instruction is supplied via our Live Learning Platform, which allows you to meet your mentor anywhere that you have an internet connection or a mobile device. You can see and speak with one another face-to-face thanks to video chat software, so remote study can feel just like an in-person meeting. This allows you to work wherever you're most comfortable, whether that's your own home or a public spot like a neighborhood coffee shop or a library such as the Sulzer Regional Library or Harold Washington Library Center.
The platform also includes a variety of integrated teaching tools, like a shared document editor that you can use to practice your essay composition or analyze passages with your mentor. There's also a virtual whiteboard, integrated practice problems, and more. All meetings between tutors and their students are automatically recorded, so you can return to prior study sessions to revisit topics when you'd like to refresh your memory.
Give Varsity Tutors a call today and we can get you signed up for Chicago SAT tutoring quickly and without a hassle. You can discuss your schedule with our educational consultants, who can then get to work finding an instructor who is ready to meet at a time that works for your lifestyle. The SAT can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Reach out now to learn more and get enrolled.
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