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Chhavi P. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chhavi P.
55/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Study with me!Top-rated SAT/ACT, Writing, History, and Test Prep Tutor

ACT English is a test for high school students looking to apply for college. I am qualified and experienced in training my students for all aspects of it- selecting the correct choices, reading, organizing, strategy,using correct grammar, punctuation, etc. Deciphering the meanings of words from contextual clues,...

4.9 (158)
55/hour
463 hours tutoring

ACT English is a test for high school students looking to apply for college. I am qualified and experienced in training my students for all aspects of it- selecting the correct choices, reading, organizing, strategy,using correct grammar, punctuation, etc. Deciphering the meanings of words from contextual clues,...

Linda W. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Linda W.
60/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

ACT English tutor

After tutoring my own four children and many of their friends in preparation for the ACT English test, I have begun working with other students. I know the test well and can help students improve. A college English major and professional journalist, I am patient and kind, yet able to motivate students to work hard...

5.0 (197)
60/hour
762 hours tutoring

After tutoring my own four children and many of their friends in preparation for the ACT English test, I have begun working with other students. I know the test well and can help students improve. A college English major and professional journalist, I am patient and kind, yet able to motivate students to work hard...

Larry M. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Larry M.
60/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Don't merely treat symptoms, solve the root problem.

I am a fun-loving, pragmatic, task master. I believe in making math fun through the use of computational tricks and short cuts that are often no longer taught in schools. I recognize that some students are handicapped when their learning style does not match the style of their teacher; so I adapt. I believe that...

4.8 (369)
60/hour
1,562 hours tutoring

I am a fun-loving, pragmatic, task master. I believe in making math fun through the use of computational tricks and short cuts that are often no longer taught in schools. I recognize that some students are handicapped when their learning style does not match the style of their teacher; so I adapt. I believe that...

Andrea H. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrea H.
85/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced, Versatile, and Creative Tutor

In addition to math content, I teach test taking and time management strategies that allow students to use the math skills they have to the best advantage on the ACT. Students usually improve their scores between 3 and 5 points on this section after working with me regularly for a couple of months.

4.8 (158)
85/hour
726 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes

In addition to math content, I teach test taking and time management strategies that allow students to use the math skills they have to the best advantage on the ACT. Students usually improve their scores between 3 and 5 points on this section after working with me regularly for a couple of months.

Brendan D. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brendan D.
80/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Algebra, Geometry, Trig, and Precalc, SPED background

I've worked with students to prepare them for the ACT, and scored in the top 90% in the English portion when I took the test myself.

4.9 (417)
80/hour
881 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

I've worked with students to prepare them for the ACT, and scored in the top 90% in the English portion when I took the test myself.

Norbert J. M. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Norbert J. M.
45/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Math / Structural Engineering

My prior work background and experience consists of providing structural engineering services for large and small firms in the private sector (commercial, institutional, educational, and residential). I have prepared organized, systematic and detailed building calculations in steel, concrete, masonry and wood materials...

5.0 (217)
45/hour
655 hours tutoring

My prior work background and experience consists of providing structural engineering services for large and small firms in the private sector (commercial, institutional, educational, and residential). I have prepared organized, systematic and detailed building calculations in steel, concrete, masonry and wood materials...

Morph B. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Morph B.
40/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Creative tutor, experienced with neurodivergent students

33 on reading ACT

5.0 (8)
40/hour
27 hours tutoring

33 on reading ACT

Jesus S. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jesus S.
45/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Patient, Knowledgeable, and Experienced Northwestern Math Tutor

Hi, I’m Jesus! I’m a senior at Northwestern University, double majoring in Mathematics and Economics with a 3.9 GPA. I have made the Dean’s List for 10 consecutive quarters and have developed a strong foundation in mathematical problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-world applications of math. My passion for...

5.0 (106)
45/hour
344 hours tutoring

Hi, I’m Jesus! I’m a senior at Northwestern University, double majoring in Mathematics and Economics with a 3.9 GPA. I have made the Dean’s List for 10 consecutive quarters and have developed a strong foundation in mathematical problem-solving, logical reasoning, and real-world applications of math. My passion for...

Cade B. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cade B.
100/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Northwestern Med Student w/ 600+ hrs tutoring MCAT & 95%+ scorer!

I have tutored for the SAT/ACT across 25+ students. I have also tutored from high school algebra to college level calculus.

5.0 (67)
100/hour
232 hours tutoring

I have tutored for the SAT/ACT across 25+ students. I have also tutored from high school algebra to college level calculus.

Stephen B. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephen B.
295/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced Test Prep/Academic Tutor with Flexible Availability

Quick Summary: I am a full-time tutor based in Chicago with 15 years experience in boosting students' scores for the ACT, SAT, PSAT, and GRE. A high test-score is a vital part of a strong application to college or graduate school. No matter what kind of student you are, I will help you achieve the best...

4.9 (70)
295/hour
144 hours tutoring

Quick Summary: I am a full-time tutor based in Chicago with 15 years experience in boosting students' scores for the ACT, SAT, PSAT, and GRE. A high test-score is a vital part of a strong application to college or graduate school. No matter what kind of student you are, I will help you achieve the best...

Tim K. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tim K.
60/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Expert STEM Tutor with Proven Record of Improving ACT Science Scores

Students who work with me improve their standardized test scores. Standardized tests have predictable types of problems, which I will help you anticipate. Students also benefit when I teach them particular test-taking strategies. Preparing in advance will help you quickly prioritize to use your time more...

4.9 (473)
60/hour
1,957 hours tutoring

Students who work with me improve their standardized test scores. Standardized tests have predictable types of problems, which I will help you anticipate. Students also benefit when I teach them particular test-taking strategies. Preparing in advance will help you quickly prioritize to use your time more...

Paulla F. Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Paulla F.
40/hour

Des Plaines, IL

Master's degree educator w/20+ years Operations Managment experience

... Design | Technical Training | One-on-One Tutoring | Academic Coaching | Adult Learning Theory | Digital Literacy Instruction | Standardized Test Preparation (ACT/SAT) Business & Strategy Skills: Operations Management | Program & Project Management | Pricing Strategy | Process Analysis | Cross-Functional Collaboration...

5.0 (130)
40/hour
274 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

... Design | Technical Training | One-on-One Tutoring | Academic Coaching | Adult Learning Theory | Digital Literacy Instruction | Standardized Test Preparation (ACT/SAT) Business & Strategy Skills: Operations Management | Program & Project Management | Pricing Strategy | Process Analysis | Cross-Functional Collaboration...

Jennifer D. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jennifer D.
77/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

ADHD Writing Tutor and Teen Motivation Coach

I am a writing tutor with over 19 years of experience. I also have tutored subjects in chemistry and science, however, my tutoring and coaching practice has moved to exclusively offering writing tutoring and teen motivation coaching based on demand. I have a year of specialized special education work experience in...

4.8 (61)
77/hour
267 hours tutoring

I am a writing tutor with over 19 years of experience. I also have tutored subjects in chemistry and science, however, my tutoring and coaching practice has moved to exclusively offering writing tutoring and teen motivation coaching based on demand. I have a year of specialized special education work experience in...

Timothy A. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Timothy A.
75/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

99th Percentile MCAT Scorer. 8+ years of tutoring experience.

Back in Highschool, I received a perfect 36 on the ACT. Since then, I have tutored numerous students, tailoring my content to their individual's level and needs to help improve their score. I have seen significant improvements and have had other students referred from my past students due to their success.

5.0 (12)
75/hour
18 hours tutoring

Back in Highschool, I received a perfect 36 on the ACT. Since then, I have tutored numerous students, tailoring my content to their individual's level and needs to help improve their score. I have seen significant improvements and have had other students referred from my past students due to their success.

Eve B. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eve B.
175/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

ACT Expert

For almost a decade, I have worked with several dozens of students who have consistently seen significant score improvements across all sections. My unique strategic approach to tutoring continues to help students target exactly what they need to know to get their best score.

5.0 (289)
175/hour
756 hours tutoring
Response time: 43 minutes

For almost a decade, I have worked with several dozens of students who have consistently seen significant score improvements across all sections. My unique strategic approach to tutoring continues to help students target exactly what they need to know to get their best score.

George A. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
George A.
120/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Experienced Tutor Specializing in Statistics and Math

At the time, I offered free tutoring to high school students preparing for the ACT, often working with 20 or more students at a time on all aspects of the ACT. After college, I was hired by Kaplan to work with high school students on the ACT and SAT. Over time, I became proficient in the GRE and GMAT...

5.0 (140)
120/hour
375 hours tutoring

At the time, I offered free tutoring to high school students preparing for the ACT, often working with 20 or more students at a time on all aspects of the ACT. After college, I was hired by Kaplan to work with high school students on the ACT and SAT. Over time, I became proficient in the GRE and GMAT...

Kenny H. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kenny H.
60/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Patient, Dedicated, Licensed English Educator

I have taught English in a variety of school settings from urban to rural and have designed workshops for students regarding poetics and literature. Aside from English, I am a certified second degree black belt with fifteen years of experience in Hapkido. Through this lifestyle, I have been an instructor long before I...

5.0 (12)
60/hour
25 hours tutoring

I have taught English in a variety of school settings from urban to rural and have designed workshops for students regarding poetics and literature. Aside from English, I am a certified second degree black belt with fifteen years of experience in Hapkido. Through this lifestyle, I have been an instructor long before I...

Matthew L. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Matthew L.
95/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

English ACT Perfect Score with 5+ Years Tutoring

I love standardized tests and have scored perfectly on the English ACT section. I strive to impart a comprehensive understanding of each rule pertaining to every category of ACT English questions to my students.

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5.0 (162)
95/hour
832 hours tutoring

I love standardized tests and have scored perfectly on the English ACT section. I strive to impart a comprehensive understanding of each rule pertaining to every category of ACT English questions to my students.

Drake C. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Drake C.
80/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

4th Year Med Student: Pre-Clinicals, Shelves, and USMLE!

Knowing the stress of medical education, I want to give to others the mentorship and resources that helped me succeed. I believe in translating complex subjects into simple, digestible lessons to avoid becoming overwhelmed. I also highly value the act of learning medicine through practice questions, applying them...

5.0 (3)
80/hour
7 hours tutoring

Knowing the stress of medical education, I want to give to others the mentorship and resources that helped me succeed. I believe in translating complex subjects into simple, digestible lessons to avoid becoming overwhelmed. I also highly value the act of learning medicine through practice questions, applying them...

Danylo S. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Danylo S.
95/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

UChicago Grad - I will turn you into the next Einstein!

I graduated with distinctions from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, one of the nation's top 10 physics programs, and I’m currently continuing my journey at the University of Chicago (#5 in the world). With a track record of academic excellence (5/5 on AP exams, 31/36 ACT score,...

5.0 (224)
95/hour
791 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

I graduated with distinctions from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, one of the nation's top 10 physics programs, and I’m currently continuing my journey at the University of Chicago (#5 in the world). With a track record of academic excellence (5/5 on AP exams, 31/36 ACT score,...

Sydney G. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sydney G.
100/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Teaching Professor of Chemistry for Chemistry and Math Tutoring

Hi! I am an Assistant Teaching Professor of chemistry at Roosevelt University Chicago where I currently teaching General Chemistry 1 and 2. I hold a Master's degree in chemistry from Johns Hopkins University, where I focused on organic and physical organic chemistry. During my degree, I worked as a teaching assistant...

5.0 (12)
100/hour
114 hours tutoring

Hi! I am an Assistant Teaching Professor of chemistry at Roosevelt University Chicago where I currently teaching General Chemistry 1 and 2. I hold a Master's degree in chemistry from Johns Hopkins University, where I focused on organic and physical organic chemistry. During my degree, I worked as a teaching assistant...

Michael W. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael W.
70/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

ACT English Expert

We will go over comma rules (there are at least 6 you must know), semi-colons, colons, apostrophes, dashes, and hyphens. We will discuss strategies such as active voice, conciseness, word choice, vocabulary, tone, being specific, rhetoric, and other related concepts. We willl go over the structure of the English...

4.9 (699)
70/hour
2,201 hours tutoring

We will go over comma rules (there are at least 6 you must know), semi-colons, colons, apostrophes, dashes, and hyphens. We will discuss strategies such as active voice, conciseness, word choice, vocabulary, tone, being specific, rhetoric, and other related concepts. We willl go over the structure of the English...

Oliver L. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Oliver L.
60/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

SAT/ACT Tutor and 99th percentile scorer

...all sections on official ACT exams. I have worked as a standardized test tutor for the past 5 years, and have helped over 200 students achieve excellent results, such as an improvement from 1200/1600 to 1490/1600 on the SAT over the course of 15 hours of tutoring and from 32/36 to 36/36 on the ACT after 20 hours of tutoring...

5.0 (34)
60/hour
100 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutes

...all sections on official ACT exams. I have worked as a standardized test tutor for the past 5 years, and have helped over 200 students achieve excellent results, such as an improvement from 1200/1600 to 1490/1600 on the SAT over the course of 15 hours of tutoring and from 32/36 to 36/36 on the ACT after 20 hours of tutoring...

Sabeeha S. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sabeeha S.
70/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Amazing Results Driven Tutor

I received a 34 on my ACT science score and a 33 overall.

5.0 (8)
70/hour
215 hours tutoring

I received a 34 on my ACT science score and a 33 overall.

Karrie K. Near Des Plaines, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karrie K.
60/hour

Near Des Plaines, IL

Certified Math Teacher with 23+ years experience

Hello! Thanks for choosing to read my profile. I am a certified secondary mathematics teacher in Illinois. I am currently in my 15th year at an Illinois public school. I have created multiple curriculum ranging from pre-algebra through pre-calculus and statistics. My students skills range basic skills to accelerated....

5.0 (23)
60/hour
55 hours tutoring

Hello! Thanks for choosing to read my profile. I am a certified secondary mathematics teacher in Illinois. I am currently in my 15th year at an Illinois public school. I have created multiple curriculum ranging from pre-algebra through pre-calculus and statistics. My students skills range basic skills to accelerated....

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John tutored our son, who attends a prestigious high school, on all of the ACT Subjects: ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT English, ACT Reading. John also provided ACT Test Taking Skills, Time Management, Good and Best Practices. My son felt extremely confident in his preparedness for the ACT Test. John has a mentoring and calm approach that instills a sense of confidence in his students. John was also flexible and accommodating in scheduling the tutoring appointments.
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We are using him for ACT prep and can already see the confidence in my son's test taking during ACT practice tests. I know by the time the ACT is taken he will have the confidence to do well. We received our son's ACT test results today and because of all the work James did to help my son, he increased his ACT score from a 23 on the practice ACT to a 27 on the actual ACT. Preparing for round 2 of testing to see if second time does even better.
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7 ACT lessons

Daniel has helped me to accomplish feeling confident in the subject's for my upcoming ACT Test. Daniel also was accommodating of my hectic sports schedule and worked out logistics and time to meet, I'm thankful for Daniel's time and Daniel's commitment to helping me to succeed on my ACT/SAT testing. Thank you Daniel! Our Family would like to Thank Daniel for preparing our son, Justin for the ACT Test and bringing up his ACT score by 5 points.
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