Top SSAT Tutors serving Elmwood Park
Molly: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...certain answers. My goal is not to help students to merely get a good grade on the next quiz, but to help build a foundation that allows him or her to find success on their own in future units of study. In each lesson, I use a variety of methods - stories, games, worksheets, writing,...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
David: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly, and I think with a little coaching any student can be a successful writer.
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 700
Alex: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...to help us pass exams but to additionally give us enjoyment and perspective for life's ups and downs. I began teaching in earnest over a decade ago when I taught ESL in South Korea. During that time and since, I've been fortunate to tutor students of all ages and in a variety of subjects. I...
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
Gregory: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, 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
Katie: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...Management. My favorite subjects to tutor are Music, Writing, ESL, Homework Support, and Study Skills and Organization. I love these subjects because I feel I have helped students the most in these areas so far, but I do my very best to help my students succeed in every way possible, no matter the subject. My...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Illinois University - Current Undergrad, Music Education
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 31
Rebecca: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...to be able to perform academically at their highest possible level. I also think it is important that learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Ilana: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...and editing and love tutoring in the humanities. My teaching philosophy is one of guidance rather than direct instruction, helping students to discover answers on their own. I am very patient and understand that sometimes all it takes to understand a difficult concept is to explain it in a few different ways. We all learn...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34
Emily: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...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 lessons. I am particularly adept at grammar, editing, and writing and can help students in...
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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
Quinn: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...of speciality are French and English writing, reading, and grammar. In addition to scoring perfectly on the SAT Writing and Verbal sections, I have completed graduate-level coursework and an honors thesis at Northwestern University. Having lived and worked in Paris, France, I am capable of teaching French comprehension and structure with confidence and a great...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Performance Studies, French minor
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Nora: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...and watch crime shows and horror movies. My tutoring style is very personalized, and I love finding creative ways to motivate and help my students really understand their work. It is very important to me that I give my students a solid foundation, background information, and customized techniques to make their learning as exciting and...
Education & Certification
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Fashion Design
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34
ACT Science: 33
Kurt: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...but my favorite part of the job was when I got the opportunity to be an educator. Whether it was patients trying to understand what was happening to their bodies, prospective students seeing if the field of medicine was for them, medical students working on their clinical rotations, or new hires learning the ropes, getting...
Education & Certification
Rochester Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740
Amy: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
I am currently a school teacher. I teach both special education and general education elementary and middle school students. I am able to break down skills in a way that children can understand. I love it when everything clicks for the student. ... My teaching philosophy is that every person can learn; it is just a matter of finding out how they learn.
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Theatre
National Louis University - Masters, Teaching
State Certified Teacher
Sahithi: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...Jessica "She was really the best! Helped me a lot to my work and gives me a better understanding :)" - Unique "Sahithi is just so very sweet!" - Katie These are reviews from the kids that I've tutored in the past. One child at a time, encouraging me to better myself to better their...
Education & Certification
Kennesaw State University - Bachelors, Biotechnology
Saint James School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Doctor of Medicine
Katelynn: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...years of experience with tutoring, I have the skills to help your child succeed in school. Students that work with me have improved grades and increased confidence in their academic abilities. I offer individualized lessons that accommodate each student's learning style. We will work together to identify specific academic goals and create a customized learning...
Education & Certification
University of Central Florida - Bachelors, Social Work
SAT Verbal: 720
Rebecca: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...the students and seeing them master the material over the course of the semester. Professionally, I have worked both as a programmer and as a marketer. I believe my greatest strengths are in teaching math and helping students prepare for standardized tests, including the GMAT. In my spare time, I enjoy cross country skiing, cooking,...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Computer Science, Theology
University of Notre Dame - Masters in Business Administration, Marketing
GMAT: 710
Adrianne: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...students with disabilities. I have tutored math up to Calculus AP; English Writing, Reading Comprehension and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and test preparation for 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....
Education & Certification
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
Shailie: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...help in every way possible for my tutees to feel at ease and confident with their material. With previous tutoring experience, I believe I can cater to each individual's needs and learning habits. I have tutored high schoolers in all subjects, and have taken the SAT and ACT many times myself. I believe in learning...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
Kangkana: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
I am a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Gauhati University, India. Since my master's in Inorganic Chemistry, I have been teaching students not only Chemistry but also Science and maths. I am more passionate about teaching Chemistry. I love helping students with their problems.
Education & Certification
Cotton College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Gauhati University - Master of Science, Inorganic Chemistry
Megan: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...student's confidence and academic ability grow throughout the year. This is my second year teaching in Chicago Public Schools and one of my favorite parts about teaching is getting to know my students and their interests inside and outside of school. When I am not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy volunteering through Habitat for Humanity,...
Education & Certification
Michigan State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Craig: Elmwood Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Elmwood Park, IL
...have a bachelor's in education (teacher certified) and history from Hope College, a master's in teaching from the George Washington University, and I am currently earning my 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...
Education & Certification
Hope College - Bachelor in Arts, Education and History
George Washington University - Master of Arts Teaching, Museum Education
State Certified Teacher
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