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AP High School Teacher specializing in Psychology & College Essays
Melissa A.

218 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $85
Response time: 59 minutes

About Melissa


Bio

Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students earn college credit while learning amazing information about their own lives and the lives of those around them. My goal with tutoring students is to help them find success with the AP Psychology curriculum by utilizing the strategies we know about...

Hi, I'm Melissa! I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Loyola University before I began my career as a high school teacher. I have 17 years of experience in a high school classroom, 14 of which I have taught AP Psychology. I love to help students earn college credit while learning amazing information about their own lives and the lives of those around them. My goal with tutoring students is to help them find success with the AP Psychology curriculum by utilizing the strategies we know about the science of learning and how memory works. We focus a lot on working through practice multiple choice questions to help students better assess their own areas of confusion. Each year, 98% of all the students in my classroom pass the AP Psychology exam. In addition, I worked as a reader for the college board for the past 7 years. This experience allows me to help students craft the best possible free response answers. I'm able to help prepare for the multiple choice and the new FRQs for the updated AP Psychology curriculum. I'm also available to plan out a self-study program for students and work with them to prepare for the exam.

I also love to work with students on crafting the best possible personal statements for their college applications. Part of my job at the high school is to run a program helping students prepare for college including the application process. I have many resources to help students organize their schools, determine the plan for essays and supplementals, and submit their application on time.

I look forward to hearing about how I can help you find success!


Education

Loyola University
History
Northeastern Illinois University
Masters
Northeastern Illinois University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $85
  • Rate details: Group rates are available for two or more students at the same time.
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 12/17/2024

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

College Counseling

College Counseling

I have my master degree in school counseling and teach a college prep program at the high school level where we guide students through the college application process. We guide students along every step of the process with the goal of helping them find the college of their dreams. Our curriculum focuses on organization of applications, writing personal statements, asking for teacher recommendations, applying to schools including the common app, completing the FAFSA, and applying for scholarships. I look forward to helping you find the right college fit for you!
Psychology

Psychology

I have been teaching AP psychology for 12 years in a high school classroom. I'm happy to work with students who need help prepared for tests in addition to students who want to self-study for the AP test. In addition, I was awarded the Excellence in Psychology Teaching award by the American Psychological Association in 2021, and have a masters degree in counseling.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I have been a high school teacher for 15 years in both AP and regular level classes. I work with students on a daily basis on organization, study skill, and time management. In addition, I am the director of a college prep program at the high school.
ACT English
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Knowledgeable and efficent tutor

My son is 16. He rarely shares feedback with me regarding his tutors, but he went out of his way to let me know how much he accomplished with Melissa as a tutor. They covered the current AP psychology topic and also went back and talked about/explained old assignments where he had previously missed points. He was very happy because he learned a lot in a short amount of time.

Hanna, 9 lessons with Melissa

1st lesson

We just started with Melissa and within an hour my son feels more comfortable with the common app, tips on preferred format, and professional knowledge about what stands out. Her organized method and brainstorming focus with Personal essay has been a blessing!

Hannah, 5 lessons with Melissa

Dedicated and Subject Knowledge Expert

Melissa has been an incredible help to my son as he prepared for his AP Psychology Semester finals. She has a great way of explaining concepts clearly and making the material easier to understand. My son really appreciated how patient and encouraging she was, and it made him feel more confident going into his exams. We’re so grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great tutor!

Shikha, 10 lessons with Melissa

great psychology lesson

Melissa was super prepared and explained everything really well. She was so patient with my son’s questions, making learning fun. He feels much more confident about the subject now!

Jessica, 1 lesson with Melissa

Organized, prepared, great with teens

Melissa was great! She was organized, came prepared, has so much material, really explained things well and has excellent communication with the parents. Highly recommend.

Heather H., 1 lesson with Melissa

knowlegeable and on task tutor.

Melissa knew the subject and had an excellent method of reviewing the content with the student. Her kindness and patience were evident as she went through the lesson. Melissa also had great ideas to memorize and study for the AP test. Highly recommend!

Kristin L., 1 lesson with Melissa

Excellent AP Psych Tutor!

Melissa helped my daughter tremendously with her AP Psych summer assignments. She was extremely knowledgeable on the curriculum and had a way of explaining things so that my daughter easily understood the material. We will definitely be hiring her again for sure!

Lauren, 7 lessons with Melissa

Great tutor!

In just two sessions my daughter felt prepared for her unit test. Melissa explained everything to her clearly and even went over a sample test with her. She felt much more confident going into her test than her first test of the year.

Edna, 7 lessons with Melissa

Ms. Melissa is the best

My wife and I selected Ms. Milessa after reviewing her background and what other parents say about. Yes, it was the perfect choice. She could make my sun get back to confidence and had given him hope to go forward. Her experience as a school teacher allowed her to see things clear enough, and to lead my son towards full understanding. The main point is that he had become ready to set for his exam with full confidence that he'll do much better and that he'll do it to reach his goal. Thank you Ms. Milessa. You're the best.

Mohamed, 2 lessons with Melissa

Great tutor!

In just two sessions my daughter felt prepared for her unit test. Melissa explained everything to her clearly and even went over a sample test with her. She felt much more confident going into her test than her first test of the year.

Edna, 7 lessons with Melissa
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