Top SSAT Tutors serving Algonquin
Rebecca: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style....
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Samantha: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with Critical Reading and Writing portions of Standardized Tests. I love working with students and helping them realize their full academic potential. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, exploring Chicago, reading, and cooking.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
Rebecca: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...that may arise with the subject matter. There are no bad questions (questions give me insight into how someone is viewing the concept and help me adjust my explanation so that the idea is clear), and I strive to make sure my students understand the "why" behind a solution so they can apply those principles...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, Philosophy
Illinois Institute of Technology - Masters, Applied Mathematics
LSAT: 169
GRE Verbal: 170
Gregory: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
empty... Relaxed and accommodating, but direct and impact-driven.... Get to know their background and the best way they retain information.... Provide self-prep materials, and evaluate their performance.... Show impact of results and progress.... Find alternative approaches, and practice.... Help them practice reading and understand main concepts.... Give them effective instruction, but also time.... Provide fun examples or real-life applications.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Michael: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...have worked with students in subjects ranging from History and Government to Reading, Writing, and Grammar. I am passionate about helping others to realize their academic potentials, and I believe that my most important responsibility as a tutor is helping my students to develop the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills that will allow them...
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Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
University of Sussex - Master of Arts, Modern and Contemporary LIterature, Culture and Thought
Emily: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...way of that connection and leading students to their own version of success. I've worked across various sectors and have always maintained a love for one-on-one teaching, especially working with children and teaching languages. My experience includes living, working, and traveling abroad, and I rely on this intercultural perspective when presenting language and social studies...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelors, 1) Spanish 2) History
The New School - Masters, 1) International Affairs 2) Environmental Policy
Ilana: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...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...
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Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Pete: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...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 fulfill it through flexibility, kindness,...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Honors English Literature and Mathematics Minor
Pam: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...can for each of my students to reach their highest potential. The word "can't" is not in my vocabulary. I now have students that have graduated high school and are attending college come visit me and tell me, "Thank you for believing in me." In my leisure time, I enjoy watching my daughter bowl on...
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National Louis University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Kim: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...in Elementary Education from Millikin University with a middle school endorsement in Math. I have a Master's degree from Concordia University in Curriculum and Instruction and have completed classes toward a certification in special education. My passion is Mathematics. I believe instilling confidence in my students is the key to their success and I believe...
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Millikin University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Concordia University-Ann Arbor - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
State Certified Teacher
Alex: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...a BA in International Relations and Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and more recently completed my MBA program at the University of Southern California. My business school classmates and I took pride in offering group tutoring in subjects such as stats, economics, finance, etc., and I still feel ardently that the best way to...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
University of Southern California - Masters in Business Administration, Real Estate
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
Katie: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...and science. I've always loved helping others understand new concepts and watching a person's face light up when they finally understand a new concept. For me, it is one of the most satisfying things in the world. As the daughter of an English teacher, I have always valued education and have personally witnessed the positive...
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Northeastern Illinois University - Current Undergrad, Music Education
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 31
Mollie: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...musicians in my youth orchestra program. I greatly enjoyed each of those roles, as I found the experience of passing on my skills and, hopefully, my passions to those younger than me to be extremely rewarding. As a tutor, I look forward to helping students of all ages in a variety of subjects and test...
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Legal Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 770
Nandini: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...realized I enjoy teaching when I became preceptor for Anatomy in undergrad. I find it to be incredibly rewarding. As I am continuing my education, tutoring is an enjoyable way for me to give back to the academic community and help other students achieve their goals! I thoroughly enjoyed learning anatomy in both undergrad and...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Adrianne: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...GRE, ACT, SAT as well as state-mandated tests in Illinois and Michigan. Finally, I majored in and am pursuing a Master's Degree in the field of social science. The Master's in Education program at Depaul is preparing me to teach students from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds at the secondary level.... We always start by getting to know one another. I consider tutoring to be an ongoing, supportive relationship, so I want to know...
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University of Michigan - Bachelors, Social Science, Latin American Studies
DePaul University - Masters in Education, Bilingual Education/Secondary Education
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Stephen: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...going to graduate school. Additionally I have taught English grammar, reading, and conversational skills to ESL students in Chicago, Ecuador, and Colombia. While I tutor a number of subjects, I particularly enjoy helping students with standardized test strategy and following their scores as they increase towards their goal. When I tutor, I aim to lead...
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Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 34
Craig: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...Ph.D. in urban education policy studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Professionally, I have worked in various educational institutions including Chicago Public Schools, Adler Planetarium, The Field Museum, and the Smithsonian National Museum of Air and Space, teaching everything from elementary math and reading, to astronomy and anthropology. I look forward to potentially...
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Hope College - Bachelor in Arts, Education and History
George Washington University - Master of Arts Teaching, Museum Education
State Certified Teacher
John: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...am especially skilled in Scratch and Python. I believe all students can be successful and achieve their goals. I have over 17 years classroom teaching experience and over 10 of those years have been teaching computer science. I have two masters degrees with one in Educational Technology, and the other in K-12 Online Teaching. I...
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Illinois State University - Bachelor of Science, Business Teacher Education
Emily: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...students at various ages and levels, helping them succeed in school. After graduating, I spent two years teaching 3rd and 4th grade in Detroit. I absolutely loved working with my students in the classroom! As a teacher, I feel that a strong rapport with a student is essential to quality learning. I believe that a...
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Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 750
Vaidehi: Algonquin SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Algonquin, IL
...tutoring many of my friends in college in math, exam prep, chemistry, biology, psychology and other subjects. All these experiences have allowed me to think of concept in new ways and create creative ways to understand them. As a tutor I hope to share some of my strategies for learning and help the student master...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Public Health
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