Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Des Plaines, IL

I am a junior Political Science student at Northwestern University who loves learning and sharing ideas! I am especially excited to work with students preparing for their journey into college by tutoring college essays and in test prep; however, I have experience in a wide range of subject matter and am eager to share what I can with any student!

...to playwriting, to working with adults with developmental disabilities. I love reading, writing, telling stories and engaging with audiences. If you'd like to work with me, I will do my best to give you a meaningful and enjoyable experience, whether you're looking to develop comprehension skills, tell a personal narrative, persuade your readers or anything else. I try to write in my own voice, the way I'd tell a story in person. I've found I...

...go into internal medicine or psychiatry once I complete my MD degree. As a result of my education (B.S. in biology, M.S. in physiology, basic sciences courses for medical school), I have a strong grasp on biological knowledge. I can help you with biology at the high school, college, or post-grad level. I have taken coursework in neuroscience, biostatistics, physiology and anatomy, pharmacology, pathology, and microbiology. I was also a psychology major in undergrad (did...

...F-4 Phantom. I traveled a lot, having visited all 50 states and several countries in Europe. I also completed my Master's Degree in Geochemistry, from MSU. When I left the Air Force, I went to Boston College Law School, graduating magna cum laude. I spent most of my law time as a chemical and biochemical patent attorney, and I learned a lot in that capacity. Practicing law was OK, but I yearned to get into...

...lung cancer research lab at the College of Medicine Research Building, I was exposed to the dynamic nature of the biological sciences. From manipulating cancer cell lines to performing polymerase chain reaction, I relished the ability to observe biology at work in bettering the human community. My knowledge of this program of study was no longer confined merely to the textbook or even to the classroom. Biology is naturally intertwined with the health sciences. As...

...I like spending time with my friends and family whenever I can. In high school, I was a dancer. I love ballet, tap, and pointe. Here at UIC, I play intramural soccer and flag football. Along with athletics, I am also a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Due to my vast variety of experiences throughout college, I can relate to many possible struggles that students may encounter throughout their academic path. I...

I have been a Math/Science Tutor for over 25 years with remarkable success. My students all receive an "A" on their next Test. I enjoy learning myself since I have 3 Masters : Molecular/Cell Biology, Education and Business and try to infuse that passion in my students.

...served a five-year term), and worked as an online community manager. I love tutoring because I get to work with students on subjects I'm passionate about teaching, while setting my own schedule so I'm home when my kids get home from school. I live outside Chicago with my husband, three children, and a one-eyed rescue cat who thinks she's a pirate. I believe every student can learn to write a competent five-paragraph essay! And if...

I am a motivated, eager, curious individual with a passion for helping others learn. I bring a diverse range of experiences with over 4 years of tutoring experience, including ACT, SAT, PSAT tutoring, college essay editing. I have also worked for 2 years with America Read America Counts, and spent summer of 2016 tutoring 12-18 year old girls in Cusco, Peru.

...I am passionate about providing equal educational opportunities to students of all ages and backgrounds. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I particularly enjoy tutoring students in Writing, Analytical Reading, and English as a Foreign Language. My students and I have enjoyed great successes when working to improve these subjects and more. In my free time, I like to stay active by running, cycling and doing yoga. For more leisurely activities, I enjoy...

a dedicated, distinguished, determined educator who is committed to excel as a caring creator and guider of meaningful learning experiences for students with individualized educational needs.

...Medicine Minor. I excel at math and science, plus my experience with theater and entrepreneurial projects makes me an excellent presenter. I helped raise my four younger siblings and have worked as a counselor multiple times. Plus, some of my friends at college needed a bit of help, and I was happy to if they asked. I want to help your child succeed to the best of their abilities. I like helping people. It's what...

...am a fourth year at The University of Chicago pursuing a degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Pre-Medicine. I enjoy teaching in all subjects, as I believe knowledge and instruction can improve anyone's chances of success. I am professional, well-informed, and willing to work with students and parents to determine how best to individualize their education to their strengths and weaknesses. I enjoy video games, hiking, swimming, and camping, and have learned through these activities that...

...am a PhD student in Biology at Stanford University with a master's degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from the University of Michigan. In addition to being a 4.0 student and a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship, I have extensive experience in scientific research and teaching at the middle school, high school, and university levels. After taking coursework in educational pedagogy in STEM, I am excited to help you maximize your potential in biology...

...Spanish). I am a firm believer that achievement is a function of curiosity. Academic success doesn't come from preternatural brilliance. Time and time again, studies have shown that students with good grades and test scores don't necessarily score higher on IQ tests. This is good news! If success were a function solely of natural intelligence, improvement would be unachievable. But it isn't. There are different factors -- motivation, organization, empathy, discipline -- which are much...

...a current student at the University of Illinois at Chicago majoring in Neuroscience. I have four years of tutoring experience, and as a student myself, I connect well with other students to understand how they learn and develop the best plan of action. I believe that the best way to learn is by teaching, so I dedicate time and effort behind each student and I try to teach them how to teach themselves as well.

...of Business. The best feeling in the world to me is helping other people reach their dreams by conquering barriers like testing that stand in their way. I believe that the process of learning precedes the end goals-- that means that I focus on teaching students how to learn and to autonomize problem solving skills and processes they can apply to all problems rather than just helping them get the answer they need on a...

I was introduced to VT by a friend. I love interacting with students and share my knowledge with them, watch them learn subjects and succeed. I enjoy the results that we get out of our shared effort.

...have worked as a consultant, policy analyst, and educator in the U.S. and abroad. At this stage in my career, I'm changing paths to pursue a career as an educator and will earn a PhD in comparative political science, with an emphasis on the U.S. and European Union. I earned a B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College, where I focused on French and Africana Studies, and J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law. Thrilled to have...