Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Des Plaines, IL

...my leadership roles, such as President of the Beta Kappa Chi National Scientific Honors Society and co-founder of BLACK BLEADS, highlight my commitment to community service and advocacy. These experiences have shaped my teaching philosophy, which emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and creating supportive learning environments. In my spare time, I enjoy exploring health disparities research, reading, and engaging in service initiatives like Feeding My Starving Children. I look forward to sharing my passion for learning...

...How can you expect a student to do well on a standardized test when that student feels like they're "no good" at that subject, and no one has shown them otherwise? And the number of hard-working parents who know what their children are capable of find themselves having the same converstion over and over again. "If you just applied yourself..." Students who apply themselves are students who have been shown that they are worth investing...

...to take a personalized approach to each student, as every student has different needs. I grew up in Miami, Florida, and received a Bachelor's in Computer Science from the University of Southern California. I've been tutoring students ages 8 and up in math and test prep for more than 6 years and also have professional experience teaching computer science to both beginning and advanced students. I have a developed interest in the role of games...

I absolutely love to tutor. I have been tutoring math and science subjects for the past three and a half years, and I still find that I learn new intricacies of the material in conversations with my clients. I tutor because I am passionate about math and science literacy, fostering interpersonal relationships, and bolstering student independence.

...(3.7 GPA). I have a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, Poetry, from Arizona State University (4.0 GPA). I have been teaching English and French classes for the past decade. Most of that time has been as a Professor of English and Writing. At the university level, I have taught Freshman Composition (Argument, Research, Evaluation, Critique, Analysis, Synthesis), Creative Writing, and Creative Non-fiction, Literature, Film, and Cultural Awareness. I often work one-on-one with students...

...learning plans. At the center of my work is empowerment and confidence boosting, helping all students realize that they are bright in their own ways. I received my B.A. from Skidmore College, with a double major in Political Science and Spanish, and a double minor in Intergroup Relations and Honors Forum. I have been teaching for over 8 years, and love helping students see themselves as bright, creative, and intelligent individuals that deserve specialized attention....

...teach. I am able to offer tutoring in a wide variety of History classes and standardized tests because I have spent the last two years as a high school History teacher for Teach For America, which has made me familiar with teaching practices that translate well into one-on-one instruction. I am also familiar with test-taking strategies and test preparation in the SAT, LSAT, GMAT and AP Exams because I have taken each exam myself and...

...He was nervous that his English was not strong enough so we practiced his answers so that he felt confident and prepared during the interview. In addition to this student, I have experience preparing students for ESL exams such as TOEFL and IELTS and use resources such as practice exams. Also, I have worked with students to improve their conversation skills, through casual and formal conversation. Seeing students improve their speaking week by week makes...

...of subjects, I am most passionate about English and other subjects that require substantial reading and writing. I remember the competitive college application process all too well, and I enjoy sharing my expertise and insights with students who are going through the process. I am especially skilled at helping students craft application essays that highlight their individual strengths and showcase their voices. When I was preparing to apply for college, I was able to raise...

...I primarily tutor SAT math and ACT math, but also tutor Calculus AB and Calculus BC. I've always been one to help classmates that have homework struggles, and I felt that I could do more to help out as many students as possible. I know standardized tests are stressful, so it's my mission to feel as prepared and comfortable as possible! My teaching philosophy revolves around taking broad concepts and breaking them up into small,...

...valuable insights into effective learning strategies, enabling me to tailor my tutoring methods to suit your unique needs. My personal qualifications include achieved an ACT score of 34, placing me in the 99th percentile nationally. This accomplishment reflects my deep understanding of the exam's content, structure, and strategies. I have honed my skills and can effectively guide you through the intricacies of the SAT and ACT, helping you develop the necessary confidence and competence to...

I am a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where I majored in History and minored in Secondary Education. I am in my first year of teaching high school social studies in Chicago. My teaching endorsements are in psychology, political science, geography, sociology, and anthropology. For the last 5 years, I have been a part of the Golden Apple Scholar program in Illinois where preservice teachers work in schools-of-need.

As an educator for 20 years in both the US and Canada, I enjoying working with students of all ages. With a background in Special Education and tutoring for test prep (GED, ACT, SAT), I have a heart for those who find it difficult to succeed in the classroom. It is my passion to encourage students and help them learn strategies to succeed in their education and in life. ... All students have the ability to...

...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 subtracting double digits. 5 students ended the year reading at a 3rd grade level. I also taught in a Montessori...

...teacher, as the student may ask questions from any angle. It is always a challenge to answer the question in a manner that the student understands. I am primarily interested in tutoring the GMAT as I recently took the GMAT and the test is fresh on my mind. However, I am open to tutoring the SAT and basic levels of math such as Algebra. Outside of tutoring and work, I enjoy playing flag football, volleyball,...

...primarily in the natural sciences. In the past, I have tutored using a variety of teaching styles. I believe in listening to what has worked (or hasn't worked) for the student previously and applying that to the subject or task at hand. I also understand what it is like to be a student struggling in a subject, despite their best efforts. I have learned many techniques for studying efficiently, organizing information, and managing stress that...

...environment where they can grow mentally, emotionally, physically, and socially. I must create this type of education environment where they are motivated to learn something new every day. Students control their decision-making. However, motivating them to make the decisions that benefit them academically is the key to successful education. I want to motivate them to attack any challenging situation with confidence and a strategic plan. Problem solving is a big key in the real world....

...me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new...

...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 what those problems are and find out how to master the material. Aside from my math and science interests, I enjoy hanging out with family/friends, reading, movies, traveling, and I'm down for trying almost anything. I also love dogs and have recently adopted my own puppy...

...to 8th grade. Throughout my experience, I learned that I really enjoyed work with older kids. I liked the fact that I wasn't just teaching them how to do things. I was also mentoring them. I am very passionate about working with kids because they really are the future. I like being able to have an impact on their growth and development. It gives me joy to see a student accomplish something that they thought...