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Adam H. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Adam H.
70/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Political Science Professor at Loyola University Chicago

I am a professor of political science at Loyola University Chicago and Lake Forest College. I teach both American politics and international relations courses so I have a wide variety of political science and government material I can tutor. Courses I teach include Introduction to US Politics, Introduction to...

5.0 (7)
70/hour
20 hours tutoring

I am a professor of political science at Loyola University Chicago and Lake Forest College. I teach both American politics and international relations courses so I have a wide variety of political science and government material I can tutor. Courses I teach include Introduction to US Politics, Introduction to...

Stephanie O. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephanie O.
115/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Scored perfect 800 on SAT Reading

Working with me, students improve their reading comprehension scores on standardized tests like the NWEA, the SSAT, and the SAT or ACT. I show you the common tricks used to trip up test-takers, and we'll practice spotting them and conquering them!

4.9 (250)
115/hour
1,768 hours tutoring

Working with me, students improve their reading comprehension scores on standardized tests like the NWEA, the SSAT, and the SAT or ACT. I show you the common tricks used to trip up test-takers, and we'll practice spotting them and conquering them!

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

Near River Forest, 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...

4.9 (149)
60/hour
498 hours tutoring
Response time: 50 minutes
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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...

Amita R. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amita R.
45/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Professional Actor and Improviser with B.A. in Theatre Performance

I majored in Theatre in college, and am a professional improviser who is currently touring with Second City. I have acted in commercials and have worked as a voice actor for multiple animated shows (one of which is being considered for broadcast on Cartoon Network).

4.9 (30)
45/hour
139 hours tutoring

I majored in Theatre in college, and am a professional improviser who is currently touring with Second City. I have acted in commercials and have worked as a voice actor for multiple animated shows (one of which is being considered for broadcast on Cartoon Network).

Garrett B. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Garrett B.
75/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Highly Experienced Tutor Specializing in Math and SAT/ACT/GRE Prep

Hi, I’m Garrett! I am a math and test preparation tutor with over 10 years of experience. I have taught one-on-one, small groups, and whole classrooms. Over the years, I have helped dozens of students achieve their goals, whether they wanted to review Algebra fundamentals, ease the transition into college math, or...

5.0 (7)
75/hour
8 hours tutoring
Response time: 43 minutes
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Hi, I’m Garrett! I am a math and test preparation tutor with over 10 years of experience. I have taught one-on-one, small groups, and whole classrooms. Over the years, I have helped dozens of students achieve their goals, whether they wanted to review Algebra fundamentals, ease the transition into college math, or...

Neil L. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Neil L.
75/hour

Near River Forest, IL

ACT English -- Master's degree in English and Writing

I have been successfully helping students widen their college choices by showing them how to substantially improve their ACT English scores. I bring a varied experience to this task, having specifically studied both grammar and linguistics, having taught composition classes at the college level (UIC, U of...

4.9 (435)
75/hour
2,608 hours tutoring

I have been successfully helping students widen their college choices by showing them how to substantially improve their ACT English scores. I bring a varied experience to this task, having specifically studied both grammar and linguistics, having taught composition classes at the college level (UIC, U of...

Beaei P. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Beaei P.
100/hour

Near River Forest, IL

History Making Programmer and Educator! Making Your Dreams Come True.

I programmed electric vehicle charging infrastructure for local municipalities in California reducing cost for them, making a profit, receiving A Series Funding and lowering carbon emissions at scale. I lived four days and nights on and near the steps of the United States Senate to get the PACT Act passed which...

4.9 (335)
100/hour
2,041 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes
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I programmed electric vehicle charging infrastructure for local municipalities in California reducing cost for them, making a profit, receiving A Series Funding and lowering carbon emissions at scale. I lived four days and nights on and near the steps of the United States Senate to get the PACT Act passed which...

Paul D. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Paul D.
80/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Experienced College Test (SAT/ACT) and AP Tutor

I've worked with students across the spectrum, gifted elementary programs to adults with special or foreign-language needs, and with competitive admissions to high schools, colleges, and graduate schools. I have hundreds of hours and have helped several students to perfect scores on the SAT, ACT and many APs...

5.0 (11)
80/hour
34 hours tutoring

I've worked with students across the spectrum, gifted elementary programs to adults with special or foreign-language needs, and with competitive admissions to high schools, colleges, and graduate schools. I have hundreds of hours and have helped several students to perfect scores on the SAT, ACT and many APs...

Janet M. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Janet M.
40/hour

Near River Forest, IL

English/Writing Coach

English/Reading/Writing Expert I tutor composition and grammar for students of all ages, and I also teach high school entrance exams as well as the SAT and ACT. My background is in the Humanities, but I have considerable experience tutoring math, grades 1-8. I am qualified to teach English at the middle...

5.0 (5)
40/hour
32 hours tutoring

English/Reading/Writing Expert I tutor composition and grammar for students of all ages, and I also teach high school entrance exams as well as the SAT and ACT. My background is in the Humanities, but I have considerable experience tutoring math, grades 1-8. I am qualified to teach English at the middle...

Brendan D. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brendan D.
100/hour

Near River Forest, 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 (413)
100/hour
875 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes
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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.

Vanessa C. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vanessa C.
65/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Improve your reading and writing with an experienced HS Teacher

Sometimes, students simply need some guidance with time-management, organization, and homework completion. This is something I am able to help you with, as well! Whether you are struggling with concentrating on homework, or you need to improve your SAT/ACT score, work on your grammar and punctuation for...

5.0 (8)
65/hour
40 hours tutoring

Sometimes, students simply need some guidance with time-management, organization, and homework completion. This is something I am able to help you with, as well! Whether you are struggling with concentrating on homework, or you need to improve your SAT/ACT score, work on your grammar and punctuation for...

Beth Z. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Beth Z.
70/hour

Near River Forest, IL

The Best Possible Tutoring by a Professional Teacher

Let me help you get the score you want for the ACT reading test. I have a strong background in teaching, a Ph.D. in Hispanic literature, and specific knowledge of the ACT reading format. 16 years of working with students has taught me how to perceive students' strengths and weaknesses in a short time.

4.9 (110)
70/hour
405 hours tutoring

Let me help you get the score you want for the ACT reading test. I have a strong background in teaching, a Ph.D. in Hispanic literature, and specific knowledge of the ACT reading format. 16 years of working with students has taught me how to perceive students' strengths and weaknesses in a short time.

Shifang Y. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Shifang Y.
60/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Adjunct Professor and tutor in CCC

I have a master degree from IIT. And I used to work in tutor doctor and got the best tutor reward, I have one year experience as tutor and one year experience as adjunct professor in City College of Chicago. I am patient with students and my biggest advantage is that I usually encourage the students to think...

5.0 (12)
60/hour
40 hours tutoring

I have a master degree from IIT. And I used to work in tutor doctor and got the best tutor reward, I have one year experience as tutor and one year experience as adjunct professor in City College of Chicago. I am patient with students and my biggest advantage is that I usually encourage the students to think...

Eric S. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eric S.
95/hour

Near River Forest, IL

SAT/ACT Prep Specialist

... I am an alumnus of Northwestern University and the University of Virginia. I spent several years teaching ACT, SAT, and GRE prep for Kaplan before switching to Wyzant. My most recent test scores on the SAT and ACT (from 2017) are 1570 and 35, respectively. Thank you for considering me as your tutor. I look forward to ...

5.0 (172)
95/hour
926 hours tutoring

... I am an alumnus of Northwestern University and the University of Virginia. I spent several years teaching ACT, SAT, and GRE prep for Kaplan before switching to Wyzant. My most recent test scores on the SAT and ACT (from 2017) are 1570 and 35, respectively. Thank you for considering me as your tutor. I look forward to ...

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

Near River Forest, 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 (277)
175/hour
705 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes
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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.

Bill L. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bill L.
75/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Experienced Standardized Test Tutor of 10 Years (SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT)

Throughout all my standardized tutoring experience, I have helped my students achieve top scores on standardized exams. I stress understanding over memorizing formulas to ensure my students can appreciate/enjoy math and apply it to any quantitative career (engineering/data analytics/research).

5.0 (22)
75/hour
69 hours tutoring

Throughout all my standardized tutoring experience, I have helped my students achieve top scores on standardized exams. I stress understanding over memorizing formulas to ensure my students can appreciate/enjoy math and apply it to any quantitative career (engineering/data analytics/research).

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

Near River Forest, 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 (342)
60/hour
1,385 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...

Nick L. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nick L.
100/hour

Near River Forest, IL

ACT / SAT Expert! 14000 Hours of experience.

From 2012 to 2022, I owned a tutoring center, Superior Test Prep, that was named one of the top 10 in the Chicago area by Expertise.com. While there, I trained tutors in ACT/SAT techniques, taught group classes, and worked 1 to 1 with our students. My job was to be an absolute expert in ACT/ SAT...

5.0 (3)
100/hour
31 hours tutoring

From 2012 to 2022, I owned a tutoring center, Superior Test Prep, that was named one of the top 10 in the Chicago area by Expertise.com. While there, I trained tutors in ACT/SAT techniques, taught group classes, and worked 1 to 1 with our students. My job was to be an absolute expert in ACT/ SAT...

Kyle M. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kyle M.
100/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Motivational tutoring in Science and Math

I encourage my students to become independent learners. Although I am confident in my ability to break down scientific concepts and principles, my goal is to guide the student through the lesson plan and develop crucial study skills, while resorting to explanations to avoid hindering the flow of the lesson....

4.9 (408)
100/hour
2,431 hours tutoring

I encourage my students to become independent learners. Although I am confident in my ability to break down scientific concepts and principles, my goal is to guide the student through the lesson plan and develop crucial study skills, while resorting to explanations to avoid hindering the flow of the lesson....

Aladdin A. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aladdin A.
50/hour

Near River Forest, IL

A Well-Rounded, Experienced, and Science-Oriented Tutor

I have a great experience in preparing students to take any standardized Math test. Many of the students I helped in the past got perfect scores in the math sections of the ACT and SAT tests.

4.9 (784)
50/hour
3,218 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 minutes
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I have a great experience in preparing students to take any standardized Math test. Many of the students I helped in the past got perfect scores in the math sections of the ACT and SAT tests.

Mathias M. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mathias M.
45/hour

Near River Forest, IL

PhD Candidate in Cancer Biology 5+ years experience

Final score of 34 on the Science ACT. Experience with research skills that are crucial to understanding the science ACT exam.

5.0 (76)
45/hour
395 hours tutoring

Final score of 34 on the Science ACT. Experience with research skills that are crucial to understanding the science ACT exam.

Carrie F. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Carrie F.
100/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Math and science tutor

I give students additional practice problems to ensure that they understand the concepts, and I have the student explain the concepts back to me. I also help students prepare for the ACT. I provide my own materials, including actual ACT exams from previous years. I work on reviewing concepts, going through...

4.9 (159)
100/hour
606 hours tutoring

I give students additional practice problems to ensure that they understand the concepts, and I have the student explain the concepts back to me. I also help students prepare for the ACT. I provide my own materials, including actual ACT exams from previous years. I work on reviewing concepts, going through...

Peter S. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Peter S.
75/hour

Near River Forest, IL

UC Berkeley Grad for Math and Physics Tutoring

Hi, I'm Peter! I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC Berkeley, with a cumulative GPA of 3.75. I also minored in Theater and Performance Studies. I’ve always had a passion for learning and understanding new things, and I want to bring that joy and passion to other people! I’ve...

4.9 (236)
75/hour
1,475 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutes
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Hi, I'm Peter! I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC Berkeley, with a cumulative GPA of 3.75. I also minored in Theater and Performance Studies. I’ve always had a passion for learning and understanding new things, and I want to bring that joy and passion to other people! I’ve...

Gabriel V. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gabriel V.
60/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Master Mathematics and Science Teacher, ACT/SAT Test Prep Tutor

As a teacher of mathematics and science for twenty years, tutoring has helped me to keep grounded in what I really enjoy, teaching. I have tutored K-8 math and science, from PreAlgebra to Calculus, Chemistry and Physics. I am uniquely qualified for ACT/SAT college entrance exam prep and work for a popular...

5.0 (1763)
60/hour
6,612 hours tutoring

As a teacher of mathematics and science for twenty years, tutoring has helped me to keep grounded in what I really enjoy, teaching. I have tutored K-8 math and science, from PreAlgebra to Calculus, Chemistry and Physics. I am uniquely qualified for ACT/SAT college entrance exam prep and work for a popular...

Kenneth O. Near River Forest, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kenneth O.
100/hour

Near River Forest, IL

Harvard Grad, College Admissions Expert, Application Essays, SAT/ACT

Whether it's crafting a Common App essay, a transfer admission essay, or a graduate school statement of purpose (MBA, MS, MFA, DVM, DDS, MD, JD, LLM), I bring extensive experience as a professional writer and results coach. From an empty Google Doc to a nearly finished essay, I guide clients through a step-by-step...

5.0 (1399)
100/hour
3,082 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutes
Note that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Whether it's crafting a Common App essay, a transfer admission essay, or a graduate school statement of purpose (MBA, MS, MFA, DVM, DDS, MD, JD, LLM), I bring extensive experience as a professional writer and results coach. From an empty Google Doc to a nearly finished essay, I guide clients through a step-by-step...

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Kedran W.

21 ACT lessons

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.
Jakob K.

12 ACT lessons

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.
Justin S.

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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