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Ilana: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn differently, so I aim to develop an individualized approach for each student in order to make the most of our time together. While I am not being a tutor, I am a musician. In addition to singing, I play the violin and viola and dabble in everything from Bach to bluegrass to covers of pop songs. As an opera...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Benjamin: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...them at once. I am most passionate about teaching anything within the Arts (e.g. Literature), French language and culture, and the purer side of Mathematics, where the abstractions of numbers give us the freedom to do with them what we will. I also love helping students work their way through the daunting task of preparing for standardized tests. I have often found that my past students have gotten tangled in the problems that have been...
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University of Louisville - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Humanities
GRE: 335

Pete: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...and graduate from The University of Wisconsin in Madison, I understand the gap that can form between teachers and students first hand. Combining a relational teaching style, and a strong value of education, I believe that the unique needs of every student deserve consideration and that it is the role of the tutor to find the perfect way to teach. It is my personal wish that if a student has a special need, I can...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor

Ben: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...as helping you achieve your goals in a way that's informed by how you grapple with facts, concepts and tests. I am a 2009 graduate of the University of Chicago in Statistics and Political Science. I have been a tutor for test prep (including ACT, SAT, LSAT and AP testing), academic and creative writing, and general academic assistance for three years. When I am not tutoring, I am doing data science for a start-up, playing...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Brad: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I received my Bachelor's in Computer Science from MIT, and am passionate about helping others! Learning has always come easy to me, and it's something I want to pass on to those around me. I was also the Valedictorian of my high school in colorado and was a top10 all-purpose football player at MIT. Everybody learns differently, and I want to help you achieve your goals!
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Computer Science and Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Michael: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Biochemistry and Finance student at Washington University particularly interested in biotechnology. This past summer, I interned at Roche, a large multinational biotech firm, in San Francisco. I am originally from the Chicagoland area. I love to cook, play piano and run long distance. Survivor and Game of Thrones are my favorite TV shows, but I normally watch content on YouTube. Looking forward to getting to meet and work together to get you where you want...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Ruth: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...am a high school English teacher, currently working primarily with 10th grade students. I have previously worked at middle and elementary schools as well. I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2016 with a B.A. in English and Theatre. I then got my M.S.Ed from Northwestern. I have worked with children of all ages in various capacities, including teaching, and I find that the best way for students to learn is to have fun...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English Lang./Lit. and Theatre and Performance Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790

Thomas: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...am a recent college graduate who loves teaching and helping students learn. I have experience teaching English in Argentina, as well as experience as a teaching assistant for various subjects at the Summer Institute for the Gifted. Exploration drives much of what I do, and I believe that learning is a form of exploration - and I hope to share that mindset with my students. As a tutor, I will be very patient, understanding, and...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

LaShonda: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...both to France and Germany. In college, I minored in German. Subsequently, I also enjoy tutoring in German. As an academic, my scholarship has taken me to over seventeen countries, including Austria, Brazil, Denmark, Holland, South Africa, and many, many trips to France and Germany. For the past fifteen years, I have enjoyed a plethora of teaching experiences from academic posts, to tutoring and consultant work--and even to adult courses for non-matriculating students. Beyond the...
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University of Missouri-Kansas City - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
College of the College of William and Mary - PHD, American Studies

Johnathan: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...in identifying each student's learning style and tailoring sessions to match their pace and 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 beyond. I believe that every student...
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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

Adrianna: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...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 to hear, they often become much more authentic writers. I love to watch football with my roommate and friends (Go Texans!) and have started getting...
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Policy Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31

Meriam: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...for years. Having worked in countries all over the world, I am comfortable working with a diverse range of people, regardless of their language fluency and subject expertise. Since graduating, I have been attending a post-bac program at the University of Toronto in intensive Spanish and Arabic, before continuing on to medical school. I have also been tutoring numerous subjects for over 10 years, including Math, French, and Biology. I truly believe that it is...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Biology and French
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Oliver: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
My name is Oliver. I'm a current student at Northwestern University and standardized test tutor. I've been tutoring for the past 3 years and have helped many students score well on the SAT, ACT, PSAT, and similar exams. I am also fluent in French.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Engineer, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Hannah: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Gender studies. After graduating I worked for a year as an Americorps fellow for a program called AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps, and I am currently working with young adults with Aspergers at a social service agency. I have extensive experience tutoring and mentoring children, teenagers, and young adults, including those with developmental and/or learning disabilities. These experiences have taught me to approach every new student as a unique individual with her or her own...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Pre-med/Psychology, Minor in Gender Studies
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 31

Zach: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...resist also enrolling at Columbia College Chicago to pursue studies in Acoustics. At Northern, I tutored various subjects for two years and grew to love the act of teaching and sharing knowledge. I especially enjoy working on test prep, mathematics and writing as these are, from my point of view, the essential skills towards navigating today's world. I also have extensive background in the higher levels of music theory, which I'm always happy to share....
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Unknown, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Carter: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...us to enter into new, exciting spaces where we can really, tangibly, impact our culture. Guiding this process is my passion. I will be starting my PhD (Media Studies) this Fall at Northwestern University and look to continue tutoring throughout my studies. Although that will place me in Chicago, I'm a Michigander at heart, having lived most of my life in mid-Michigan. I received my B.A. (Journalism) at Michigan State University; I taught college composition...
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Michigan State University - Bachelors, Journalism
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Masters, English

Karlyn: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...months of intensive study at a Spanish language school, and am very familiar with how Spanish is taught in a classroom. Additionally, I have several months of experience tutoring in classrooms (especially middle school reading), and also have some experience tutoring the US naturalization test. I 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...
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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

Kurt: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...was for them, medical students working on their clinical rotations, or new hires learning the ropes, getting the chance to sit down with people and share my knowledge and love of the material was consistently the highlight of my day. I've always had an aptitude for math and science and have been unofficially tutoring my peers since middle school. I believe that if you present any subject matter in a functional way that focuses on...
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Rochester Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740

Lee: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...prep and love working with students who need help with standardized tests. I'm a laid back individual, but I like to push my students. I know that every student is able to do well and I really enjoy helping them along their path to success. But being laid back, I am also good at relaxing a student and helping point out what is important and what is not. In my free time, I enjoy writing...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northwestern University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Jamila: Des Plaines SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...confidence level and understand to tackle the most difficult of questions with ease. My favorite subject to tutor is writing. I find that a large portion of students struggle with feeling that they aren't very skilled at writing. I firmly believe that is untrue, and that everyone has their own unique style and skillset to bring to the table. My goal is to discover that style, and make sure they have fun doing it.
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Yale University - Bachelors, Theater Studies
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