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Evan: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...and I am a graduate of Pomona College, one of the Claremont Colleges located in east Los Angeles. At Pomona I studied Cognitive Science and Psychology, played varsity basketball, and worked as a Teacher's Assistant in the Linguistics and Cognitive Science department. I've worked for Varsity Tutors since moving back to Seattle last September, and love my job. As a tutor, I specialize in teaching SAT/ACT/GRE/ISEE prep, writing, English, Spanish, math, music, and psychology. If...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science (Psychology Focus)
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Robert: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...person at a time then to try to cover material to a large group of students. This also gives students I tutor the opportunity to stop me when the math content becomes confusing. I feel that the best way to teach a tough section in a specific math subject is to start with an example and work each part out step by step with the student, while asking guiding questions to have the student work...
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Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelors, Secondary Education Mathematics

Amir: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...have taught business classes at the post secondary level in the UK, and have also tutored a wide variety of subjects to students at various skill levels back here in Chicago. I truly enjoy helping students reach their goals and maintain their motivation toward success, and I believe that the best tutoring experience begins with the tutor properly determining the needs and goals of the student. I look forward to working with you!
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Southern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Hult International Business School - Masters in Business Administration, International Business
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 31

Lisa: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...sessions. I encourage conversations about math, use of manipulatives and games, and I even encourage productive struggle! I use strategic questioning and visuals to guide my students through their struggle to help them realize with some hard work and focus, they can and will understand the material. Learning is fun and finally grasping that concept that has boggled your mind for so long is an extremely satisfying feeling! I look forward to working with your...
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Illinois State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education

Kevin: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
I aim to increase understanding and retention of information as well as developing not just the skills to solve a specific problem, but the mindset needed to then solve all future problems. Also, I try and make the process as enjoyable as possible!... I like to take my time to understand how each individual student learns and change my teaching style to suit their needs.... I try to find some common points between us as students...
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DePaul University - Current Undergrad, Information Systems
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Christine: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...work with you to find the methods of learning that are going to help you the most. My mom was an English teacher and librarian, so I've got a great eye for editing grammar. I'm also a creative artist, so I can also help you with essays and research papers. I have been a public speaking coach for years, so I'm also a great resource if you've got a presentation to prepare.... I believe that listening...
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Ball State University - Bachelors, Theatre
University of California-San Diego - Masters, Acting

Angelina: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...rather works from all that she has learned - that teaching is a "live performance" that needs to be lived in the present. I have taught for many years, and continue to enjoy teaching diverse subjects to all kinds of people, from different ages, social and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, ethnic origins, and abilities and disabilities. I enjoy it deeply, because I believe that teaching is a commitment to working for and with diverse communities...
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University of Barcelona - PHD, ESL
University Autonoma of Barcelona - Bachelors, Drama and History

Vesela: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...specific subject areas in organic chemistry. I also received a top tutor award based on student ratings and working habits. Outside of that I have helped students in Genetics, General Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics and a list of other classes. I like to engage students in the learning process and give them multiple perspectives on a given topic. I often ask tricky questions to test what confuses the student or what details they tend to overlook....
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Illinois Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biochemistry and Biophysics

Remington: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...graduate school as a PhD Student in Condensed Matter Physics. I am currently working at an experimental physics lab at the University of Maryland, College Park. My tutoring style is pretty relaxed. In my experience, if someone knows what question to ask then they are already pretty close to the answer; they just need a push in the right direction. I like to help people talk through the problems. My job is to steer you...
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University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Criminology
University of Chicago - PHD, Physics

Casey: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...Michigan. I also volunteered as a literacy tutor with the Family Learning Institute in Ann Arbor, MI. While I am comfortable tutoring in a wide range of humanities and language arts subjects, I am most passionate about teaching English and reading comprehension. I believe students' advancements in these subjects positively impact all other academic areas. Every student can build confidence in reading and writing, and have fun doing it. I see education as a collaborative...
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Butler University - Bachelor in Arts, Music History and Literature
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Masters, Musicology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34

Brian: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...get my Masters at Illinois Institute of Technology. I studied Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering with a focus in Thermal Science and Fluid Mechanics. I have a strong passion for the academic realm and believe only through a strong background in theory can you develop an excellent practical engineering ability. In my spare time I enjoy camping, hiking, and swimming. I also help out at my local Boy Scout troop. I am a bit of a...
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Marquette University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Illinois Institute of Technology - Master of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 33
ACT Science: 35

David: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when 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...
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Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 700

Theresa: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...K-6 of any age in writing, reading, math, test prep, study skills, or organizational skills. Outside of academia one of my absolute favorite things to do is read. I love all kinds of book ranging from mysteries to biographies. I also enjoy running, yoga, and walking around the city. My home is just a couple of blocks from Wrigley Field so one of my favorite summer activities is cheering on the Chicago Cubs! I also...
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Marquette University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Relations
Alverno College - Master of Science, Special Education

Jonathan: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...moved from Michigan to Chicago quite recently. I specialize in tutoring across the board in Mathematics; elementary math, middle school math, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, statistics, and pre-calculus. I want to be a tutor to make a positive impact on the children's education. The next generation needs the proper stimulation in not only what to think, but how to think. The logical foundation and critical analysis that comes with studying and learning mathematics can be tangentially...
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Michigan State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Yasser: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
I started working with an after-school program in late 2012. I tutored K-8 in various subjects. I then moved on to tutor adults, and I currently tutor freshman and sophomores in the Chicago Public High School setting. I believe education is vital to advance in life and I want to make it fun for whoever I come across.... My teaching philosophy is that everyone deserves an equal opportunity at education, and that education is fun and...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelors, Psychology

Brian: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...for personal, professional, or academic purposes. I can tutor/teach Spanish, Italian, French, some German, ESL (English as a Second Language), Linguistics, Psychology, Sociology, Music, etc. I have an immense amount of foreign language and ESL tutoring and over 13 years of rich one-on-one and group delivery tutoring/teaching experience having worked with a diverse range of clientele. I am flexible and ready to assist you with all of your linguistic skills and needs! Thanks so much!...
Education & Certification
College of DuPage - Current Undergrad, Spanish and Italian

Alex: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...and chemistry at honors and college level. I tested well on the ACT after significant practice and some tutoring of my own look forward to helping other students master the ACT. As a tutor, my main goal is to make sure the student feels comfortable with whatever problem they have to tackle. In every subject, there are generally multiple ways to solve problems, and I like to challenge the student to know each way to...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

James: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...approach to tutoring is that "we" get to decide what personal practices will create the greatest learning experience for you. Of course, the final product of any assignment that you are given needs to be exactly as your school teacher wants it. But the roads, the turns, and the pace that we take to complete that finished product is entirely up to you! If your assignment was to create a painting, I will bring the...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, English and History
John Marshall Law School - Juris Doctor, Tory Law - Trial Advocacy

Kenny: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...such as Biology and Chemistry, but I also enjoy tutoring Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Inorganic Chemistry and Microbiology. As a Science Instructor for inner city high school students in Washington D.C., I've taught Chemistry, Biology and Physics. While at Northwestern University, I’ve also served as a Teaching Assistant for Environmental Chemistry laboratory courses. The combination of these experiences has helped shape my teaching philosophy, that focus should be put on challenging a student’s analytical and problem solving...
Education & Certification
Howard University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Northwestern University - PHD, Environmental Engineering

Jessica: Evanston tutor
Certified Tutor in Evanston, IL
...for children between the ages of 5-12, served as a math tutor for fellow students during my undergraduate degree, and lived in Costa Rica for almost two years where I became fluent in Spanish and worked as an ESL instructor for both children and adults. During my 10 years in Chicago, I have worked as an ESL instructor for adults in various communities throughout the city, tutored students looking to complete their GED examination, and...
Education & Certification
Ohio University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Psychology, Spanish
University of Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Public Health, Community Health Sciences
Private Tutoring in Evanston, IL
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Whether your student is learning at Beacon Academy or another school, a personal instructor can adapt to their pace and focus on topics they are struggling with the most. By discussing topics you learned in school, your tutor can ensure you have fully understood everything and give you a chance to gain additional insights. A private instructor can also support in-class learning by giving you an opportunity to ask those questions you did not get a chance to ask during class. Your private teacher can even use personalized learning materials, such as flashcards if you are a visual learner, based on the learning style that helps you best. To get started with a private tutor for students in Evanston, reach out to Varsity Tutors now.
The Evanston School System
Evanston, Illinois, is situated on the shore of Lake Michigan just north of Chicago. It has a population of approximately 75,000 people. Evanston Township High School has an enrollment of over 4,000 students in grades 9-12. It is the only high school located in the city, but many of the state’s best high schools are nearby. The public primary schools are part of Evanston-Skokie Community Consolidated School District 65. All told, there are close to 12,000 students enrolled at Evanston’s public schools.
Like most other top high schools nearby, Evanston Township High School has a student-to-teacher ratio below the state average. You can see the student-teacher ratio of schools in the Evanston area below.
Evanston Student-to-Teacher Ratios
Adlai E. Stevenson High School has a 15 1 student-teacher ratio.
Evanston Township High School has a 14 1 student-teacher ratio.
Northside College Preparatory High School has a 18 1 student-teacher ratio.
Walter Payton College Prep has a 17 1 student-teacher ratio.
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy has a 12 1 student-teacher ratio.
Illinois State Average has a 15 1 student-teacher ratio.
Evanston Township High School is also in the top third of the best 100 high schools in Illinois, and more than half of its students who choose to enroll in Advanced Placement-level classes earn a passing score on their AP exams. Other top high schools near Evanston report even better performance levels, with pass rates reaching as high as 98%. See more below.
Evanston High School Rankings
High School | Evanston Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
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Evanston Township High School | 1 | 33 | 59% |
Walter Payton College Prep | Unavailable | 1 | 94% |
Northside College Preparatory High School | Unavailable | 2 | 91% |
Adlai E. Stevenson High School | Unavailable | 3 | 90% |
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy | Unavailable | 4 | 98% |
If you’re worried about how your student’s performance stacks up against other Illinois students, personal tutoring in Evanston can make a real difference. Tutoring offers many unique benefits that mass-market study resources cannot. When your child works with a tutor, the tutor can give your child immediate feedback on his or her problem-solving process and comprehension. Personal tutors can tailor each lesson to focus on improving the skills your child finds challenging, whether that’s through teaching a new approach to the problem or building up foundational knowledge.
Evanston Test Scores
The chart above shows how students in Evanston performed on some of the many assessments required by the Illinois State Board of Education. Illinois students in grades 3-8 take the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) assessment, which evaluates students’ knowledge in mathematics and English literacy/language arts. Students in grades 5 and 8 must also take the Illinois Science Assessment (ISA), and there is a special ISA that must be taken once a student completes high school biology. FInally, in 11th grade, students are required by the state to take the SAT.
The motivation provided by the tangible results of working with a tutor can help to increase your son or daughter’s academic confidence, leading to an all-around more positive attitude toward school. And if your child is in college, the academic boost students receive from tutoring isn’t only applicable to students in primary and high school. There are tutors for almost any subject offered to students attending one of the many different colleges and universities in nearby Chicago, too. See below for information about where Chicago colleges rank.
Evanston University Rankings
College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
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University of Chicago | 17 | 8% |
Northwestern University | 21 | 11% |
Wheaton College - Illinois | 117 | 79% |
Illinois Institute of Technology | 160 | 56% |
DePaul University | 214 | 70% |
Loyola University Chicago | 279 | 73% |
University of Illinois at Chicago | 281 | 74% |
Valparaiso University | 305 | 83% |
University of St. Francis - Illinois | 395 | 49% |
Kendall College | 455 | 84% |
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