Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Elgin, IL

...Although I will not provide answers or a quick and simple fix, I will provide students with guidance and encouragement as they work through problems and learn to apply familiar concepts to unfamiliar situations. I also believe strongly in teaching "to the student," and therefore adapt my teaching to fit each individual's needs and learning...

Hello! My name is Colleen. I am a seasoned tutor with over three years of tutoring experience. I have tutored students in writing, reading, science, math, and Chemistry. I love helping students to understand their subjects better.

...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...

...each one gain confidence and achieve their goals. I tutor in math, English, history, SAT prep, Spanish, and more, and I'm always excited to break down complex topics into something that makes sense. Whether you're looking to boost a grade, prep for a test, or just feel more comfortable with your schoolwork, I'm here 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 you will know the subject backwards and forwards, from the ground up. I have three years of experience tutoring high school and...

...broad experience working with children at high school and undergraduate levels with an emphasis on patience, focusing on their needs, and enhancing their ability to communicate in written form transparently and professionally. In other words, my goal is to teach students how to express their ideas and arguments with clarity and authority, skills that I...

Dalton Class of 2021, UChicago Class of 2025 Experience tutoring students in Algebra, Competition Math, Reading, and Writing.

...others the knowledge that helped me get to where I am today! Other than tutoring, I aim to become a Physician Assistant after I complete my undergrad at Loyola University with a major in Neuroscience. I'm looking forward to helping as many students as I can during my time with Varsity Tutors! I aim to...

...get good jobs. My favorite subjects to tutor are reading, SAT Verbal and GMAT Verbal prep as well as writing because I intuitively understand the questions and my middle school teachers gave me a rigorous grounding in grammar. I believe that good tutoring is based on a clear understanding of the student's objectives, current knowledge...

...Studies. I tutor in a wide range of subjects, including math, French, English, environmental science, and standardized test prep. I have experience teaching academic subjects and music in both classroom and individual settings, and I have worked with middle school through college-aged students. As a teacher, I strive to be flexible and approachable, getting to...

...years of experience in tutoring K-12 children in math and reading, and have personally succeeded in a large variety of standardized tests, including the ACT, the SAT, and various AP tests. I am especially passionate about teaching students optimal test-taking strategies for conquering standardized tests and honing their critical thinking skills. I believe that education...

...emotions in the smallest of phrases . My teaching philosophy revolves around legos. I like to take things one brick at a time without looking at the final picture so that way it doesn't scare us off. Slow and steady always wins the race! Outside class, I love to play piano, roller skate, go on...

...lesson. For me, the impact of student learning is essentially how I can continue to motivate students’ high levels of thinking. My reflection rests on my teaching, student responses and their formative feedback to a lesson. This reflection, however, is driven by effective modeling of what I want my students to master. Throughout my experiences...

...am currently on a Gap Year and have been accepted into UIC's Medical School which I will attend next year. Overall, I've taken a total of 14 AP classes and achieved a 35 and 1570 on the ACT and SAT respectively. Furthermore, I have earned the title of National Merit Finalist by scoring well on...

...for ACT and SAT testing. I also worked with small groups of elementary school students who were identified as performing below their grade levels. I am a firm believer in teaching a student how they learn. Each student is different and requires a different approach and a tutor must be flexible to be effective.

...editor-in-chief of a high school newspaper and a peer writing coach, I enjoy tutoring in reading and English; however my passions truly lie in the realm of civics and government (ask me about my current position working in a governor's office!). I love talking through big ideas and unique perspectives. I am a word nerd...

...session. We will end the session with checking if we hit the set learning target. This model works at every level, from a 3rd grader building reading skills or improving computation skills to a graduate student planning to write a review of the literature for a dissertation. I tutor children of all ages, high school...

...program, I have tutored students in high school with trigonometry, statistics, reading comprehension, writing, ACT/SAT preparation (all subjects), pre-algebra, algebra I, and advanced algebra. My style of tutoring is to not take on the traditional "lecturer" role, but to allow students to take an active part in their learning. With this style, I help students...

...ask for lots of feedback from students to determine what they feel is working and what isn't in our sessions. I think the best way to learn is through practice. I typically use class time to present a lesson plan, practice problems on the lesson, and talk through the solutions to determine areas of strength...

...studying molecular biology and bioengineering. I have always enjoyed teaching others and have been tutoring for 4 years. I recognize that every student learns differently so I emphasize individualized lesson plans. I am excited at the possibility of sharing my knowledge and tips in math, science, reading, writing, the SAT, college essays, and more!