Top SAT Tutors serving Chicago

Igor: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...the sciences, and I know how to get around them. I explain every concept in straightforward and totally plain language to describe the relationships between all of the moving parts in math and science subjects. I use familiar analogies as needed to paint a picture of the models students should imagine to successfully solve problems and wrap their heads around the concepts. After learning with me, you will be able to navigate any problem because...
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University of Wisconsin - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering AND Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Spencer: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...a bachelor's in engineering and minor in biology. Throughout university and high school, I've introduced high school students to fluid mechanics, led study groups on biomedical imaging in a university student organization, and led small band practices for middle school students. With research experience across four labs at the university and national level, I am passionate about STEM and enjoy opportunities to show the real-world applications of different subjects. If you would like to see...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1450

Sabrina : Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...mentor. I want my students to be engaged with the course material through the use of a variety of activities and assignments. My background is in management, forensic, counseling, play therapy, and business psychology. My professional experience centralizes on being empathetic, patient, creative, and identifying different strategies to obtain the best end result. In the most recent class that I taught, I was able to institute new and creative assignments to engage students both virtually...
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University of Miami - Bachelor of Science, Playwriting and Screenwriting
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology - Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Psychology

Alrick: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...experience working with diverse learners. A graduate of the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, I am qualified to teach U.S. history, world history, world literature, geography and Spanish. I have experience tutoring students for the PSAT, SAT and ACT and my students have shown tremendous growth in test scores. I have taught language, literature and history professionally for 19 years. My strengths as an educator include creating hands-on interactive activities to help students understand the material,...
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University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Iberian Studies
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Doctor of Philosophy, Spanish and Iberian Studies

Alan: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...literature and to write. Learning is best when it is fun, and when it is adapted to the learner at hand. I am always interested in hearing what the learner is thinking because I think a lot can be learned from listening to how an individual is arriving at a given perspective. I taught for several years through an organization called Teach For America, and I later earned my master's in education from Harvard University....
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New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Mathematics
Harvard University - Masters, Education
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 31

Danielle: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...in 2015 I received a master's in English. While working on my master's, I taught English 101 at the university I was attending. Prior to this, I received 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...
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Columbia College Chicago - Bachelors, Cultural Studies
Central Michigan Univeristy - Masters, English Language and Literature
ACT Composite: 31
GRE Quantitative: 156
GRE Verbal: 163

Julian: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Graceland University in both the ELL program assisting students to pass the TOEFL and trio program helping first generation college students with a diverse set of classes. Since graduation, I taught second grade in Alaska. All my students were ELL. My students started the year with 5 out 16 being able to recognize the Alphabet and count beyond 10. The year ended with all but 1 reading at a second grade level and adding and...
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Graceland University-Lamoni - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences

Paul: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...full-time work. I am a state-certified teacher with eight years of experience in the classroom with students in grades 6 through 12. I have five years of experience as a one-on-one tutor of math and physics for grades 6 -12, AP, ACT and SAT. I obtained a bachelor's degree in engineering and another bachelor's degree in education in the United Kingdom. I have lived for many years in the USA where I obtained my master's...
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Strathclyde University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Chicago State University - Master of Science, Special Education

Christopher: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
Hi, my name is Chris Kokkines. I am a rising sophomore at Indiana University studying finance and business analytics. On campus, I am involved with Microsoft Excel peer tutoring, the Sales and Financial Services Clubs, and the university's Hutton Honors College. I am originally from Vernon Hills, Illinois, where I have additional past tutoring experience at Mathnasium and Kumon.
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Finance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 720

Angelina: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...served as a General Chemistry TA, where I led discussion sections of 20-30 students each semester. I am proud to have been featured on UIUC's published list of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students for three semesters! While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology. I am also skilled in preparing students for college entrance exams (ACT and SAT) and Advanced Placement (AP) exams. I'd...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Nicki: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...fervor for academic reform stems from my belief that eliminating the education gap is a critical step in combating widespread health disparities, promoting individual health and well-being, and ensuring the future prosperity of all Americans. I received my Masters in Public Health from the George Washington University, where I conducted and published research on strategies to improve the quality of U.S. healthcare. I approach all instructional opportunities with a growth-mindset and the personal mission of...
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College of William and Mary - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Virginia Commonwealth University - Current Grad Student, Public Health
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE: 314

Jeff: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...California, Berkeley. While there, I taught history and philosophy classes to undergraduates. I also taught Standardized Test Prep (SAT and GRE) for Summit Tutors and Kaplan. I took a break from school and moved to Europe (Germany). I loved it so much that I decided to continue my education on that side of the Atlantic.In fact, I completed my PhD in history from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland in 2015. As you can see,...
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Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
University of California-Berkeley - Masters, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Lucia: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...Illinois and Iowa State University, and love to tutor in math and subjects used in mechanical engineering. These are all levels of algebra, trigonometry, calculus, differential equations, probability, statistics and physics. My approach to teaching is to try to merge theory and practical application of the theory. Over time, I've found some students to best learning the "why" a method works before trying to apply a method; others do best seeing material in the opposite...
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Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering.
Ph. D. - Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering

Vivian: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...my high school's Peer Learning Center, I have developed a fluid and adaptive approach to tutoring. My methodology focuses on identifying each student's unique areas of confusion and tailoring my lessons to address those challenges, ensuring a supportive and effective learning environment. I find joy in making complex concepts accessible, especially in subjects like College Algebra, where I aim to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for mathematics. My experience in both formal and informal...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor's (in progress), Neuroscience, Integrated Science Program
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 770

Nikhil: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...at Purdue University majoring in Computer Science. I took AP Calculus BC in high school with a score of 4 and Precalculus and Calculus. Throughout my life, I have been firm in many concepts of math and have been tutoring people in my high school as part of the math club, and have been helping my cousins and friends with various concepts of math. I even took SAT with a score of 760 in the...
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Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Evan: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...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 help in any of these...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science (Psychology Focus)
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Bianca: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...humanities! I have worked as both a tutor and a classroom aide for the past two years, helping students from the elementary to the high school levels. My academic specialties lie primarily in the areas of social science, literature, and grammar, and I have experience working with college essays and ACT testing. I would consider myself to be reliable, easygoing, friendly, flexible, and a quick learner. I am excited to assist with a smile!
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Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 34
Shawn: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...subjects such as Adult ESL/ELL, AP U.S. Government & Politics, and College Application Essays. I believe in creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can explore concepts through tailored lessons that cater to their unique learning styles. My experience founding a school for immigrant families in D.C. has deepened my commitment to empowering learners, and I continuously strive to foster connections that inspire confidence and curiosity. I look forward to making a meaningful...
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Colby College - Bachelor's, Philosophy
University of the District of Columbia - Master's/Graduate, Adult Education
State Certified Teacher

Blossom: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
I am a sophomore at the University of Illinois At Chicago, majoring in Computer Science and double minoring in Business Administration and Communications. I have experience tutoring in Math Classes like Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, and Geometry. With regards to computer science - I am proficient in Python, C++, MIT App Inventor and Scratch! I have also participated in computer science programs/internships at Google, Meta and Microsoft!
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Gary: Chicago SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Chicago, IL
...of grade levels. While tutoring, I enjoy the challenge of finding new ways to make difficult material manageable for a student. Often, the tutoring experience helps me find better ways to explain concepts to my own students in class. My keys to tutoring involve getting to know a student so I can find ways to make the material relatable in a manner that makes sense to the student. When I am not working with students,...
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Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
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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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