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Founded in 2007, owner and operator Stephen Byer offers one-on-one tutoring, small group sessions, classroom instruction, and online classes targeting ACT, SAT, and GRE exams. Stephen offers reasonable rates, flexible scheduling, and has experience working with students with special needs. He services the Chicagoland area with areas as far as Highland Park (North), Hyde Park (South), Lake Michigan (East), and Oak Park/River Forest (West).
Since 2004, Connections Learning Center has been offering services to students in the greater Chicago area focusing on academic improvement, diagnostic evaluations, and test preparation techniques. Founder Debra Gawrys is focused on offering a solution for every parent and student that walks through her doors. Test preparation for the SAT, ACT, GED, and GRE are offered in one-on-one and small group sessions with rates applicable to each. Additional services for students with special needs (ADHD, dyslexia, poor execitive functioning, poor critical thinking, Asperger's syndrome, etc...) available.
iAchieve Learning offers one-on-one tutoring in all subject areas to students in grades K-12 in the greater Chicagoland area. Customized lesson plans are developed to meet the individual needs and goals of each student. Lessons can occur in a public setting or the client's home and are economical. iAchieve aims to be the bridge that connects each student to their highest potential self through creativity and a commitment to growth. Test prep and musical instruction are also available
Mobile Academics has provided academic and test prep services to students for over ten years in Chicago's Northshore area. Founded by Rachel Gluck, the firm specializes in ACT test tutoring. Students can book private one-on-one sessions or choose to take part in small group sessions. Increased confidence, strategic skills, and academic improvement are guaranteed benefits of both programs. Scheduling is flexible and any questions can be answered in a free phone consultation.
Founded in 2009 by John Rood, Next Step Test Prep offers one-on-one test prep instruction specializing in MCAT, GMAT, GRE, and LSAT examinations. Programs can be customized or selected from the pre-designed formats (16 hours, 24 hours, or 40 hours) with varying timeframes. All materials are included in the package pricing. Each student completes a diagnostic exam to identify strengths and weaknesses before beginning their tutoring program. Free consultations are available
Owned and operated by certified teacher Stacey Lucterhand, SGL Tutoring and College Consulting offers academic tutoring for grades K-college and test preparation for the ACT/SAT, ISEE/SSAT, ISAT, PARCC, and AP placement (English and Psychology). Stacey views each student individually and completes a diagnostic assessment to develop a unique approach towards increased growth. She has particular experience and training in Educational Psychology which can aid additionally in developing stronger practices related to nutrition, mindset, organization, supplies, and stress management.
Superior Test Preparation has been providing students in the Northwest Chicago suburbs (Arlington Heights, Palatine, Mount Prospect, Barrington, Inverness, Schaumburg, and Buffalo Grove) with academic tutoring and test preparation since 2009. The in-house ACT and SAT test courses are developed to meet the needs of each student under the leadership of an experienced tutor. Customized lesson plans are developed addressing various strategies and techniques. Call directly for a free consultation, information on pricing, and scheduling availability.
The Chicago Family Tutor in Chicago, Illinois, offers test preparation and tutoring services to Chicagoland's students, including adult students. In business for more than six years, the business provides in-home tutoring and test preparation, including preparation for standard college admissions tests, including the ACT and SAT. Tutoring subjects include reading, writing, math, and study skills, and homework support is available. The Chicago Family Tutor also offers parent coaching and executive functioning coaching.
The House Tutoring Lounge has been supporting Chicago-based students' preparation for academic tests like the ACT and SAT exams since 2010. The tutorial provider bases its tutorial courses on its custom tutorial programs that aim to address students' strengths and weaknesses in the test. It also tutors students for consistent improvement in their elementary, middle school, high school, or university education. The House Tutoring Lounge office is in Glencoe. Students can choose to have their tutorials at the company's Academic Lounge, the student's home, or online.
Owned and operated by Roman Marchenko, Your Examined Life provides ACT and SAT preparation services. As a working high school teacher with ten years of experience, Roman works one-on-one with each student and designs an approach based on each student's specific needs. Sessions are typically in two-hour blocks, can be scheduled Monday-Friday between 3:30-7:30, or anytime on weekends. Free consultations are available.
That depends on your learning style. If you’re a self-directed learner, then you may find that group classes and a self-study plan are sufficient. If you need additional help, then a private test prep tutor may be well worth the investment.
A good test prep tutor can help you improve your score, but it takes time and effort. You can expect to see gradual improvements over several months. An improvement of 100 points on the SAT is realistic, while an improvement of 200+ points is unlikely.
Your test prep tutor should use a standardized curriculum to ensure that all aspects of the test are covered. For best results, choose a tutor who uses the official materials produced by the testing organization and can adapt them to your learning style.
Ask your tutor which test questions they use. While third-party questions may look similar to the real thing, they shouldn’t replace questions from the actual test.
Your test prep tutor should provide ongoing assignments and practice tests. Practice tests can help you get used to the pressure and time constraints of the real exam, and will help your tutor identify areas that still need improvement.
A typical test prep timeline lasts for around three months, with one to two hours of tutoring per week. If you’ve worked with a tutor for longer than that and your test scores haven’t improved, consider trying a different tutor or test prep program.
Yes. A big part of test prep is getting comfortable with the test format and being able to work under pressure. If test anxiety is an issue for you, look for a test prep tutor who focuses on building confidence and improving test-taking strategies.
