Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Fox Lake, IL

...my boarding high school, IMSA, required applicants to take the SAT to be admitted. In my experience tutoring, I have worked at a temporary ACT tutoring program over the summer of 2015. My tasks involved those of a teaching assistant: proctoring practice exams, answering individual's questions on problems they missed, and providing one-on-one mentoring for...

...school), and I've found that helping students see these connections vastly increases their curiosity and engagement. Cooking is probably my biggest hobby, and while it may seem unrelated to traditional academics, the topic has helped me teach about chemistry, biology, botany, ethics, sustainability, history, language, and more. It is this sort of approach that I...

...Starting out, my main subjects were Algebra II, Geometry, and Spanish for beginners. I then shifted my focus to standardized tests after finding personal success with the math section of the SAT and the Math Level 2 SAT subject test. I have since expanded and now also tutor for Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP...

...personal motivation. I meet students where they are in their learning process so we can build from there, together. I know the study skills that tend to work best, but I always tailor them to the individual. Also, whenever possible I give students opportunities to apply their skills to what is most interesting to them...

...chemistry. As a tutor, I believe that each student has the potential to learn any subject as long as they’re taught in a way that suits them and they want to learn. Different students have different needs, so tutoring one-on-one can be a lot more beneficial than classroom learning simply because the teacher can personalize...

...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 what they learn to apply it...

...bank so have a lot of experience training and mentoring many individuals. I have learned that patience and motivation is the key to teaching people. Also, figuring out what style works best for the individual. I believe anyone can learn anything as long as they are motivated. I love tutoring because there is so much...

...electrodynamics, and quantum mechanics. Regarding math, while I have studied multivariable calculus and theoretical linear algebra in structured class environments, I have also learned to apply this math through my physics courses. As for Latin, I have taken four years of language classes in high school and have continued my study of the language in...

...just a couple of years ago. Through this relatability, it is a lot easier to cultivate a friendly, understanding, and educational environment for my students. I really look forward to working with new students and would love to hear from you if you are interested or if you would like additional information. Thank you very...

...and also have a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Chicago. I have experience tutoring in and out of schools, as well as experience as a student teacher in classrooms, and love working with students! I specialize in reading and writing support (standardized testing/academic support). I am also pursuing an algebra certification, and...

I am a seasoned tutor with over 5+ years of experience working with middle-school, high-school, and undergraduate college students on a multitude of subjects, as well as coaching potential applicants through the college search process.

...passionate about teaching because I love to help students learn and grow confident in a subject. One of my favorite success stories is when I helped prepare a client for a job interview and he was chosen for the position out of 700 candidates. He was nervous that his English was not strong enough so...

...the past year lecturing college Microbiology and the previous 2 years teaching math and science at the middle school level; last summer I worked at a Pre-K/daycare center. I have tutored countless biological subjects in college and graduate school. I received my B.S. in Environmental Biology from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry...

I am committing to teaching students of all ages, so that they may have a better appreciation for the beauty of mathematics and physics. Whether you're struggling with a tricky subject or prepping for a standardized test, I'm here to show you that you CAN do math.

...mathematics and biology resulting in my choice to major in Bioengineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Through my high school's peer tutor program, I was able to help students grow a similar passion for those subjects. I would like to continue to help students find their love through Varsity Tutors.

...to graduate school to become a Physician Assistant. I love to learn and enjoy helping others find the satisfaction in growing and achieving their goals through learning. I believe it's important to learn the student's preferred learning style (visual/tactile/auditory) and adjusting the material to match the style. One's mind, once stretched by a new idea,...

...passionate about both writing and literature. In high school, I was in a selective four-year Humanities Program, which incorporated English, history, music, and visual arts, placing a heavy emphasis on writing and critical thinking. I am currently taking online graduate courses and plan on transferring the credits in a year to a school with a...

...from University of Wisconsin Green Bay with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Human Development. I am currently completing a masters in early childhood education from National Louis University. From age two, I was fascinated with stories, characters and imagination and excelled in talented and gifted language arts throughout school. I have written...

...with a deep passion in teaching mathematics. I believe that the biggest thing keeping people from succeeding in math tests is their fear. We can overcome that with practice and clear understanding of concepts. My hobbies include playing video-games and making playlists on Spotify. I also like to eat Mexican food of all sorts!

I am a senior pre-med student at DePaul University majoring in chemistry with a concentration in biochemistry/medicinal chemistry and minoring in biology. I have previous experience as a teaching assistant and science tutor at DePaul. When I am not working or studying, I enjoy trying out new restaurants across Chicago and baking.