Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...law school, like so many others. I currently work as an attorney for the Department of Justice, graduated from Ball State University 13 years ago and went straight to law school at Washington and Lee University right here in Virginia. One of my favorite parts of my current job is interacting with law student interns and paralegals and teaching them about the law. I do not get to do that often enough though, and so...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...Brearley School in New York City in 2011. At Princeton, I work in the writing center tutoring fellow students in critical thinking, analysis, and academic writing. I also have a good deal of experience helping elementary and junior high students with math, reading, and French. Still, writing remains my favorite subject to tutor, largely because of the discussions that accompany it. Outside of the classroom, I'm a varsity cross-country and track runner; an enthusiastic fan...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...test prep. I love exploring new ideas, practicing languages, and learning about other times. Tutoring is not just a chance to catch up or review materials but also an opportunity for collaboration, participation and the development of ideas, knowledge and learning strategies. I like taking an interactive approach with students and making sure that everyone stays engaged and that students work through materials themselves. I have a BA in Literature (English and French) from a...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...School of Law, Class of 2016. Prior to law school, I graduated from American University with a degree in International Relations, with concentrations in Peace and Conflict Resolution and Europe. I have been tutoring for the past six years, and I love it! I started as a homework tutor with Big Brothers Big Sisters in high school, where I found my passion for helping students. In college, I tutored extensively in the Washington DC area,...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...was taking high school history years ago. I had caring mentors who helped me learn the strategies that helped me earn 5s and 4s on five different social studies AP tests. I'm passionate about sharing these tools with current students. AP tests can seem overwhelming, but with a little practice, students can quickly realize that they have more skills than they thought. I have wide availability while I'm home for the summer, so don't hesitate...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...in Chiang Mai, Thailand, three years teaching ESL at a cram school for students in elementary, middle, and high school in Taipei, Taiwan, and two years teaching creative writing to undergraduates at the University of Notre Dame. As someone who has studied Mandarin Chinese for three years, I understand the difficulty of acquiring a new language and the importance of immersion in the language as opposed to rote memorization of vocabulary words. I also believe...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...After finishing school I began working in LA as an App Developer. While the work was interesting, I sorely missed the rich social and face to face interactions that I had enjoyed through school, and now tutoring! Consequently I left and traveled through South America for 5 months. While I was there I decided to return to my passion of guiding and outdoor education. The following summer I returned to North America and took middle...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...in economics-political science. I am a native New Yorker, having attended the Brearley School for grades 9-12. Having experienced the college process firsthand, I am passionate about tutoring students in test prep and college essay writing, as I know how important success in these areas is. I have loved learning all my life, and I try my hardest to impart a similar feeling to the students I work with. My teaching style emphasizes patience and...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...at a think-tank doing research on under-served populations and public health. My specialties are getting my students into college by helping them achieve strong scores and write strong essays, and teaching students of all ages in reading comprehension, writing and verbal skills. I have a passion for teaching verbal and critical reading sections of standardized tests- I help my students "beat" the SAT and ACT. My other strength is the college app. essay- one of...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...up in Arizona, but I moved to PA for school. A college student myself, I love interacting with other students and collaborating. I always find I have more to learn and there's nothing I enjoy more than working on writing with someone else. I went to a competitive, Advanced Placement high school and took nine AP classes over the course of my four years. I most enjoyed my English classes, but I also loved taking...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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I have a M.A. in Teaching (2011) from Missouri Baptist University. I have been tutoring since 2014. I love the one on one aspect of tutoring a student.The main reason for tutoring is to help a student get from point 'a' to point 'b'. Helping students find the most direct route to success is the first goal in tutoring.... I believe that every student has the ability to learn - some just need extra time, help,...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...in Dramatic Arts and Literature. I also studied American History, Calculus, and Astronomy extensively. My areas of tutoring expertise include SAT test prep in all three sections (math, writing, and critical reading), PSAT test prep, US History, high school Algebra, Public Speaking, and Essay Writing. I particularly enjoy helping students hone their writing skills, guiding them to uncover a more personalized style within a cohesive and effective structure. Outside of tutoring, I am an actress,...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...recently obtained my M.F.A. in Acting from Brown University/Trinity Rep in Providence, Rhode Island, where I also taught undergraduate classes and tutored introductory Economics. Over the past ten years, I have taught additional classes in acting, history, musical theater, and even swimming! It is my experience that all students learn differently, and I enjoy finding with each student the best path for optimal results. Usually this means finding the intersection between the student's own interests...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...they were when they arrived. First and foremost, my students come to the classroom to learn, in whatever form learning may take. I remind my students that this is a collective process: the student has an obligation to work hard and to desire improvement, and the teacher has an obligation to meet the needs of his or her students, giving them the tools they need to learn. I plan to bring this teaching philosophy to...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...Throughout high school, I was part of an exclusive magnet school for creative writing called the Educational Center for the Arts: in the mornings I took core classes (math, science, history, etc) at a public high school, and in the afternoons I attended college-level workshops in fiction, screenplay, memoir, humor, and poetry. There, I learned from published writers and edited fellow students' pieces, including college essays, for four years while developing my own work. In...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...novel published in the next issue of the Madison Journal of Literary Criticism! Grace loves working with young people and has been teaching drama and tutoring students in writing and test prep for the past five years. In college, one of her favorite activities was volunteering as a teaching artist with Seesaw Theatre, a company she helped found that creates multi-sensory theatrical experiences for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She has experience working with students...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...Rachel! I am a college English professor at Suffolk County Community College , and have been tutoring students of all ages in English, math, and history for ten years. I experience joy every time I can help a struggling student understand, or even enjoy a subject. I am very experienced in tailoring lessons to meet an individual's needs, so no matter what your issue is, we can figure out how to solve it together! I...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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...in Gender Studies and a language citation in Arabic. I have tutored, taught classes, and facilitated workshops on subjects ranging from SAT prep to chemistry to spoken word poetry, and I especially enjoy working with middle school and high school students. I firmly believe that tutoring can and should be funeven SAT prep! Working with a student individually allows the two of us to team up to tackle the material using a range of strategies...
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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I am a recent graduate of Tufts University with experience tutoring primarily middle-school age students in English, science, math and history, and adult learners in politics. I am especially passionate about reading and writing, and increasing literacy with my students. Outside of tutoring, I currently work for a tech company in Somerville, and I enjoy exploring the city, playing the piano and guitar, and writing.
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Certified SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutor in Gurnee, IL
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My name is Mimi, and I'm currently a Junior at Columbia University studying Creative Writing. I love to help students improve their writing skills, and encouraging them to find their own voice. In my free time, I like to write sketch comedy, go vintage shopping, and visit one of New York's many famous museums.
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The SAT Subject Test in Literature invites high school students to showcase their knowledge of literature to colleges by answering multiple-choice literary analysis questions about provided passages. Students preparing for this SAT Subject Test need to master a large amount of specialized vocabulary that is used to describe features of poetry and prose. They also need to develop the ability to carefully read the content that a text presents, and to associate this content with tropes, allusions, and the characteristics of various kinds of literature from distinct time periods.
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Recent Gurnee SAT Subject Test in Literature Tutoring Session Notes
We ran through some practice tests today and identified that poetry is something we should focus on. Because of the sometimes subjective nature of Lit answers we have taken to discussing competing compelling answers and trying to elucidate the style in which CB like to test. Furthermore, I introduced rigorous vocabulary building techniques to use while she is studying.
Today was our first session together. The student wants to do prep work for SAT subject tests in Literature and Math. Today we focused on the literature exam. After briefly going over the structure of the exam, we spent a majority of the time going over the diagnostic he had taken. For our next meeting, the student will take another practice exam and make flash cards for the literary/poetry terms he needs to know.
We spent our time reviewing the basic concepts the student needed to know in order to take the SAT 2 Literature, reviewing definitions necessary for understanding the questions provided on each passage. We also went over some test-taking strategies so that the test itself will be a little easier for him to take. As this was our final session, I encouraged him to do some studying on his own time.
We did a quick review of prose (fiction & non-fiction) and then jumped back into poetry. The student is doing well, so for homework she should do the next practice test in the book, timed, so we can see her progress.
Today we covered some hard literary analysis questions. He has strong guessing and elimination strategies. Afterward, we talked a bit about his college admissions essay and how to structure/outline to grab the reader's attention and sympathy.
Used this session primarily for the student to orient herself to the SAT Lit test: its content knowledge and time expectations, necessary vocabulary, and required analytical skills. Conducted guided practice of a diagnostic test, in which we examined sample passages of each type seen on the SAT Lit exam. Prioritized poetry analysis for further review, and began compiling a list of content-specific vocabulary to review and remember for test day. Thematic analysis of fiction and non-fiction prose, as well as grammar skills, are sound.
