Top PSAT Tutors serving Milwaukee

Andy: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, drilling oil wells throughout the Rocky Mountain Region. I tutor primarily math related subjects, from basic algebra through calculus. I am also available for all sections of the PSAT, SAT, and GMAT. Together we can work to improve your test scores and give you an edge over the competition when applying to college or business school. In my spare...
Education & Certification
Texas A & M University-College Station - Bachelor of Science, Petroleum Engineering
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 730

Juliet: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...helping learners realize their full potential in life; especially when a student struggles academically, it’s a real victory to witness that moment when a student realizes positive self-growth. I have been rewarded with many of these occasions throughout my tenure as a secondary English classroom teacher. I have especially enjoyed teaching ACT preparation classes because students would often return after the semester and share their exciting news about meeting their score goals. Since I earned...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
Lesley University - Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction

Cortney: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
My name is Cortney and I hope to share my love of learning with my students. My interests vary widely, but my expertise includes Art History (of which I am a Ph.D. student), SAT and ACT prep, college prep, reading and writing. I am also proficient in mathematics up to college algebra. ... I make it a priority to help my students identify their learning style and then show them appropriate techniques to improve their study...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Wisconsin-Madison - PHD, Art History

Varun: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...University School of Medicine. I earned my medical degree and am currently a training Pediatric Neurologist at the Medical College of Wisconsin / Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. I previously received my Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with a minor in Health Care Ethics from Saint Louis University. I have spent extensive time working on study strategies and effective resource utilization for various levels, from primary/secondary education through medical school admissions and board examinations. I am...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Alexander: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...program at a local community center for underprivileged youth. After leading my first few sessions, the entire class had demonstrated a marked improvement in their scores. It was then and there that I fully appreciated the importance of tutoring, and decided to expand my practice to one-on-one private sessions. With nearly three years of experience, I am confident in my ability to help any student--whether it's mastering a mathematical concept, improving a standardized test score,...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Melissa: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...had the opportunity to start when I was 15 years old as a student teacher for a local summer school class. My teachers told me I'd be great for I have TONS of patience and really connect with all children even on the spectrum and EBD. I then went on to create an apprenticeship program in high school primarily focusing on early childhood education. I completed this, went into college and then was given yet...
Education & Certification
Saint Norbert College - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 31

Patricia: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...her style", "I'm starting to like math because of her", "She demonstrates excellence in education", "my child scores and confidence have grown in her classroom", are just a few examples of what my students and parents have said about me. Because I believe every human can learn, I have a passion for discovering how each individual learns best and through the use of fun and engaging lessons not only will I meet each student's individual...
Education & Certification
Mount St Mary's University - Bachelor of Education, Mathematics Teacher Education
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Educational Administration
Elmbrook - Master's/Graduate, Excellence in Math
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Neil: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...BS in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University. Upon completion of my graduate work in environmental and occupational health from the University of North Carolina (MS and PhD), I taught Industrial Hygiene (worker health and safety) at Purdue University for 32 years. The four most important underpinnings of the field of Industrial Hygiene are: 1) working with and caring about people, 2) a strong foundation in mathematics, 3) a strong foundation in science and 4) the...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - PHD, Environmental Science and Engineering

Niles Allen: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...studying Electrical Engineering. Although I have no formal tutoring experience, I have a passion for teaching others about my interests. I strive to communicate those interests to people who share the same enthusiasm! I have taken and passed multiple AP exams during my high school career, and I scored above 1400 on the SAT. I also have experience teaching beginner chess lessons for Marquette University's Class Club, which I'm the incoming president of. I believe...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Amber: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, I moved to Milwaukee to start my teaching career. As a Middle Childhood-Early Adolescent Education major and a TESOL minor, I wanted to teach at the elementary and middle school level. After 3 years of teaching in Spanish-English bilingual schools, I pursued my dream of teaching overseas. My adventures brought me to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam where I taught ELL for one year. While there, I enjoyed traveling,...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse - Bachelor of Science, Middle Childhood-Early Adolescent Education

Marcus: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...I am a recent college graduate from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh where I studied English as my Major. I also worked in the campus Writing Center for several years to gain my tutoring experience. In essence my tutoring and teaching philosophy is to make sure that the people I help can walk away from my sessions not only feeling that they are satisfied with their assignment, but also that they feel that they have...
Education & Certification
Universtiy of Wisconsin Oshkosh - Bachelors, English

Samuel: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
I am a current Master's Student studying Philosophy with a wide range of academic interests. I graduated with General Honors from the University of Chicago in 2018 with degrees in Statistics and East Asian Languages and Civilizations. I enjoy helping students achieve their full potential and primarily tutor standardized tests and college prep. Outside of tutoring I spend my time reading and playing board games.
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Statistics
Yenching Academy at Peking University - Master of Philosophy, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 34

Christopher: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Since graduation, I work as a Mechanical Design Engineer. When I was a freshman in college, I struggled with mathematics and went to the universities tutoring services. Being a tutor in high school and college mathematics and physics, as well as a tutor in mechanical engineering, allows me to help those students who may have been/are struggling with mathematics as I did early in my college career. I was...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Hasan: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...an honors student studying Biomedical Engineering with a focus in Biocomputing and Engineering Leadership at Marquette University. Tutoring is one of my favorite things to do! I've tutored first-grade students, college students, and everyone in between in a variety of subjects. I have a proven record of improving student performance. When it comes to ACT, I know how to elevate a student to his or her maximum potential. Pure knowledge alone is not good enough...
Education & Certification
Marquette University - Current Undergrad, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a focus in Biocomputing and Engineering Leadership
Medical College of Wisconsin - Current Undergrad, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a focus in Biocomputing and Engineering Leadership
ACT English: 34
ACT Science: 31

Cameron: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
I am a freshman at the University of Alabama. It is my goal to give students the skills necessary to succeed on their own!
Education & Certification
The University of Alabama - Bachelor in Arts, English

Ari: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...a research year. I have tutored for Varsity since 2016, and have helped over 70 students succeed on the MCAT and USMLE Step 1! I have a passion for teaching and helping make science clear. I scored in the 97th percentile on both the MCAT and USMLE Step 1, and have an extensive understanding of how to excel at the "game" of standardized tests. My teaching style is individualized and student-oriented: I will tailor lectures...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - Bachelor of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology

Alena: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...want to inspire that passion in others. I am a rising junior at the University of St. Thomas, and I am double majoring in Biology and Data Analytics. Consequently, my interests lie in life sciences and math: I am passionate tutoring biology, chemistry, and math related subjects. Outside of class, I love singing (I am in choir) and being outside, as well as spending time with friends and family. We all must learn how to...
Education & Certification
University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Lucy: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...English Literature from the University of Dallas in 2012 and my Master of Arts in British, American, and Anglophone Literature from Marquette University in 2019. I have worked in grades k-12 in all subject areas (primarily using a classical curriculum); I have taught rhetoric and composition courses at the freshman and sophomore collegiate level; and I have also co-taught junior and senior collegiate English literature courses centered on a singular topic. I love discussing literature...
Education & Certification
University of Dallas - Bachelor in Arts, English
Marquette University - Master of Arts, English

Suzanne: Milwaukee PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Milwaukee, WI
...a teacher -- a professional educator -- at the college/university level for more than 30 years. I have a B.A. in English and political science from St. Norbert College (De Pere, WI), an M.A. in English (concentration: Rhetoric and Composition) from Loyola University Chicago, an M.Ed. in educational psychology (concentration: developmental education) from Loyola University Chicago, and Ph.D. in Quantitative Foundations of Education (concentration: educational psychology) from the University of Iowa. I specialize in teaching...
Education & Certification
Saint Norbert College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Iowa - Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Psychology
Private PSAT Tutoring in Milwaukee, WI
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If you feel that you or your student could benefit from working with professional Milwaukee PSAT tutors, Varsity Tutors can set you up with a fantastic private instructor in as little as 24 hours. The PSAT (alternatively referred to as the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, or NMSQT) is a standardized test generally administered to students in 11th grade, though younger students may take it as well. It is designed to give students an idea of what to expect on the SAT college entrance examination, while also playing a role in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Please continue reading to learn more about how private Milwaukee PSAT tutoring could be a good fit for you.
What are the benefits of working with Milwaukee PSAT tutors near me?
If you were to enroll in a traditional PSAT review course, you would probably end up spending the same amount of time on each of the test's three sections: Reading, Writing/Language, and Math. That might be a good option for some students, but most find that they need more help with one portion of the test than others. Milwaukee PSAT tutors can design a study program around your specific needs to enhance your efficiency. For example, you can review active reading strategies such as note-taking if you feel like you could use some help for the Reading Comprehension section.
Your private study sessions can also proceed at your pace. If you're a whiz when it comes to quantitative topics such as algebra and trigonometry, Milwaukee PSAT tutors can concentrate on other subjects to keep your sessions as engaging as possible. If you tense up at the mere thought of numbers, your instructor can keep providing practice problems until you signal that you're ready to move on.
Likewise, Milwaukee PSAT tutors can incorporate your favored learning style into your study sessions to make them more productive. For instance, a visual learner could use flashcards to memorize new vocab words that might show up on the Writing and Language section, while an auditory learner could be better served by repeating words and their definitions out loud until they stick. There is no "correct" method of studying for the PSAT, so why not adopt an approach that makes sense for you or your student?
A private instructor can also conduct sessions in a one-on-one learning environment free of the distractions that may plague a classroom setting. Since your student will be the only pupil in their Milwaukee PSAT tutoring sessions, any questions they ask can be answered promptly. In fact, some students find it easier to ask a trusted academic mentor for assistance than a classroom instructor they may not have the same personal rapport with. Completed assignments can also be returned to your student quickly, allowing them to review any mistakes while the thought processes that produced them are still fresh.
How can formal Milwaukee PSAT tutoring help me or my student pursue educational success?
Academic knowledge is important on the PSAT, but understanding how to apply what you have learned to the test can be equally vital. Every section of the exam is timed, so you or your student will only have so long to answer every question. Milwaukee PSAT tutors can share time-saving strategies to make it easier to at least attempt every question.
For example, most of the PSAT is multiple-choice. Your private instructor can show you how to rule out some of the incorrect answers if you ever feel stumped, making it easier to take a guess and move onto the next item. It may also be possible to leverage the test against itself by applying the information found in one question to another. An expert instructor can coach you on how to look for these opportunities.
Similarly, Milwaukee PSAT tutors can help you make the most of all of the resources available to you. The test's Math section is divided into two subsections: one where the use of an approved calculator is optional and another where it's prohibited. It can be tempting to double-check every answer when you have access to a calculator, but doing so is typically a waste of your valuable test-taking time. Instead, your instructor can show you when and how to make the most of calculator access without.
Many students also take practice assessments during Milwaukee PSAT tutoring sessions to develop a sense of what to expect on exam day. For instance, understanding how the test presents question-altering keywords such as "not" and "except" can help you understand what every question is really asking you to do. Likewise, experiencing the exam's formatting firsthand can help alleviate any test anxiety you may be dealing with. Working within the time constraints you will encounter on test day can help you manage your time more effectively. Most importantly, you can review your answers with your instructor to identify where you are improving and any areas of opportunity you might want to look over again before taking the test for real.
Are you sure I can cram Milwaukee PSAT tutoring into my busy schedule?
We understand how busy high school students are today, so we try to make private instruction as convenient as possible for students and their parents. We handle all of the research that goes into finding you an instructor who suits your scheduling and academic needs, so you don't need to worry about it. We also stick to your desired schedule as closely as possible, allowing study sessions to fit into your life instead of the other way around. We can even arrange online or in-person sessions according to your needs.
If you opt for online Milwaukee PSAT tutoring, you'll meet your instructor on our exclusive Live Learning Platform for maximal convenience. Our Live Learning Platform is mobile-friendly, so it's just as easy to attend a session from your home as it is at a place like the West Allis Public Library. Why drive someplace you don't want to when a great experience is available at the touch of a button?
Our platform also offers several powerful features that can provide a great study experience. For instance, practice problems can be integrated directly into the platform so that you don't need to run multiple programs at once. There's also a shared document editor that allows your instructor to study your approach to a particular problem, allowing them to provide feedback as necessary. Video chat allows you to see and hear your instructor as if you were sharing the same classroom, and all sessions are recorded automatically for future reference. Who knew that working with Milwaukee PSAT tutors could be so easy?
Can I connect with Milwaukee PSAT tutors near me today?
If you tried to find the best Milwaukee PSAT tutors on your own, you would need to verify that any prospective candidate had the exam knowledge, communication skills, and scheduling flexibility that are expected of a great private instructor. Who the heck has the time to do that? Varsity Tutors specializes in helping students like you connect with knowledgeable academic mentors, so contact us by phone or online to learn more about how we could help you. We can't wait to play our part as you work toward academic success!
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