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Rucha: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...and Masters in Public Health. I have an Bachelors of Arts from Saint Louis University in Sociology and International Studies with focuses in Community, Immigration, and Urbanization and Health and Medicine. While I would love to assist students' growth in any subject, I have a passion to guide students in Sociology, Social Sciences and Writing. When I'm not tutoring or working at my day job, I enjoy a good non-fiction book and love to read...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 32
Alexia: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...tutoring specialty is the ACT and SAT. I developed my own custom problem sets, practice tests and videos for my students. I teach knowledge, not tricks and I believe that consistent practice is the only way to achieve a high score. I often get students that score in the teens and I bring them up to the high 20s and up to the 30s. All of my students have significantly improved since working with me...
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University of Missouri-Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Washington University in St Louis - Master of Science, Biochemistry
Vaidehi: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...I got a chance to work with students from ages five to high school. This opportunity also encouraged me to take on other private tutoring options. I tutored a 6th grade student on math and other skills. I have further developed this skills by 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...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Rose: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...School Mathematics and third grade classes. My focus on developing relationships has been crucial to my success as a teacher. Demonstrating genuine respect for my students has led them to attain self-confidence and a growth mindset. After a student entered my classroom insisting that she would never succeed in Mathematics at the beginning of the year, I relentlessly encouraged her by giving her consistent and positive feedback. Through differentiated instruction and a focus on self...
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Cornell College - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Ian: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I believe in learning as the unlocking of fundamental human potential. I think that knowledge of the world as a whole allows you to be yourself more completely, to express yourself to others, and to make your developing dreams into reality.
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
St Georges University of London - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Carol: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
I enjoy teaching children and seeing them grow. I am especially good at teaching math and science to middle school students. I am also good at teaching algebra skills. I am able to tutor students from preschool through 9th grade and through 12th grade in math. I have an elementary education degree and a teaching minor in math. I am currently teaching high school honors math courses.
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Valparaiso University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Shannon: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...Juris Doctor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. I love sharing my love for learning by helping others reach their academic potential. As a tutor, I believe teaching should be tailored to suit each student's needs. Students learn best from different teaching styles. I am devoted to helping my students in a personalized fashion that allows them to achieve their academic goals. I tutor American history, Spanish, writing, reading, political science and social studies.
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Loyola University-Chicago - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Terence: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...in the regular education classrooms at times. I am familiar with IEP's, having written them and taught towards the goals in them. I have spent considerable time working to prepare my students for standardized tests required by the state or district. While taking classes towards my certification I worked as a one to one aide in two different school districts in Chicago's northwest suburbs. While I taught all subjects, I am most comfortable tutoring elementary...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communications
Northeastern Illinois University - Master of Arts, Special Education
Morgan: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...SSAT, TOEFL, and GRE. Test Prep, as I have come to experience it does not mean the memorizing of 10,000 things. It is understanding that standardized tests are logic games, that they test nothing outside what you have already learned in school. The rub comes from the presentation, that standardized tests are designed as puzzles. There are rules and operating procedures to be followed, and if those rules and operating procedures are followed, you can...
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New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, History
New Mexico State University - Master of Arts, History
GRE Verbal: 167
Daniel: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...find it extremely valuable to be a reflective practitioner. My consistent reflection has helped me determine the path of my Master’s Degree. My teaching and leadership experiences within the Learning Center have inspired me to obtain my Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement within my Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction. Teaching the content through highly effective modeling is another goal I have as an educator in the classroom. By accomplishing this goal in prior experiences, students have...
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Lake Forest College - Bachelor in Arts, Education and History
Tiera: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...in French, with extensive background in interpretation, translation, and tutoring. I have a degree in Spanish Literature and language, and my second degree is in Biological sciences, with a minor in French language and literature from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN. My career goals are to work with children to continue furthering education about sciences, foreign languages, and how to positively impact society. In terms of hobbies, I love anything active or artsy as I...
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Butler University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences and Spanish Literature and Language
National University of Health Sciences - Current Grad Student, Chiropractic Medicine
Meggan: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...believer in the motto "It takes a village to raise a child." It is important that we work together as teachers, tutors, parents and family to ensure each child gets the best education possible. My role as a teacher and tutor is to discover each student's individual learning style and tailor the learning material and curriculum to meet the needs of that individual student so that they are able to achieve personal success.... I believe everyone...
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University of Iowa - Bachelor in Arts, Communications/Art
Quincy University - Master of Science, Educaiton
Alison: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
After many years in the accounting profession (I'm a CPA), I became an accounting and business math TEACHER. Recently, I've tutored middle school students in all academic subjects. With 20+ years of teaching (and hundreds of students), I look forward to helping you gain skills and gain confidence!
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Tammy: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...patient with my students had create visual aids to show students how math connect to everyday life. I learn my students strengths and weaknesses, so I can help them grow in the area of weakness and create stability in the area that are their strengths. In addition I have experience working with special needs students and I bring a patient, yet loving approach to help my students tackle their fears of mathematics.... The strategies that I...
Education & Certification
National Louis University - Bachelors, Mathematics
Lewis University - Masters, Organizational Leadership
Carol: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...that I have always loved first with the books then the movies. Everyone learns in a different way and it is up to the teacher to find what way works for that student. Learning should not be boring it should be exciting and having the learner want more. I have taught K-8 and now High School. Life needs to be changed up once in awhile and that is what keeps me in the know.
Education & Certification
Saint Xavier University - Bachelor of Science, Education
Gerardo: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...was time to learn something new. These results didn't stem from rigorous rote learning. Too often, educators focus on raising test scores with tips and tricks, forgetting to acknowledge that the students taking those tests are individuals. How can you expect a student to do well on a standardized test when that student feels like they're "no good" at that subject, and no one has shown them otherwise? And the number of hard-working parents who know...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Bilingual Education
ACT Reading: 31
Rebecca: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...effective tutor, due to my number of years of experience with children ranging from primary to middle school grades. I am professional, patient and a good listener. I am resourceful when it comes to content area as well as finding multiple ways to approach the content based on students need and learning style. In addition my main objective is to teach the student how to learn, and to assist them in building self-confidence.
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelors, Elementary Education
Loyola University-Chicago - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Brigette: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...I love teaching all subjects. I am currently a 6th grade Learning and Behavior Specialist at a Chicago Public School. I've previously taught in preschool, third, fourth, and fifth grades. I am familiar with a variety of curriculums for all subjects including Everyday Math, Go Math, Connected Math, TouchMath, Envision Math, Lucy Caulkins Writing Program, Wilson Reading Program, Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy, and several others. I am passionate about working with children and love...
Education & Certification
Cornell College - Bachelors, Elementary Education and French
University of St Francis - Current Grad Student, Learning and Behavior Specialist
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 31
Mary: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
Hello, My name is Mary Mickelson and I'm currently a math teacher in Aurora, IL. I'm certified to teach math to grades 6-12 and have experience with a little bit of everything from 7th graders to AP Computer Science. I've also been an ACT and SAT test prep tutor for more than 5 years.
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Computer Science
Vanessa: Oak Park SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Oak Park, IL
...groups (preschool, Kindergarten, and some elementary grades) both in-person and remotely, have given me a unique perspective as to how children learn differently. My favorite subject to tutor is English since I believe forwarding the knowledge to second language learners is a gift. My approach to teaching is to gauge the learner's interests to make it as engaging and fun as possible. The learning process becomes unique when the teacher and student form a unique...
Education & Certification
Saint Xavier University - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood Education
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Oak Park SSAT Tutoring FAQ
For students who would like to apply to attend a prestigious private school, passing the SSAT, or the Secondary School Admissions Test, may be required. If your child needs extra help studying for the test that can set them up for an outstanding education at a private school, Varsity Tutors can find a skilled professional SSAT tutor in Oak Park, IL, who can give your child much-needed one-on-one attention.
Because the SSAT is required for admittance into many private schools for students in grades 3-11, there are three versions of the test: Elementary, Middle, and Upper Level. When you connect with a SSAT tutor for your child to help them prepare for the test, the tutor will prepare a learning plan that meshes with your child's learning habits and pace. An SSAT tutor in Oak Park can make all of your child's study sessions both efficient and effective so no time is wasted.
Whichever level of the SSAT your child is taking, the assessment is comprised of four sections, including quantitative, reading comprehension, verbal reasoning, and essay-writing. The quantitative section will pose math questions that are grade-appropriate. Depending on the grade they're in, your child will receive problems that involve the concepts of operations, number sense, geometry, probability, and others. The reading portion simply asks questions based on short passages provided on the test. The verbal reasoning portion will challenge test-takers to answer analogy and vocabulary questions. If your child struggles with any of these subjects, you may want to connect with a private tutor to help them prepare so they can get into the school of their dreams. An experienced SSAT tutor in Oak Park, IL, can focus only on those issues that your child is struggling with to make the study sessions as efficient as possible.
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