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Introduction: Stephen Byer has been a private tutor since 2005. Born and raised in the Chicago area, he received a BA with Honors from DePaul University in 2006, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Communications. He received a MA in Psychology from National-Louis University in April 2015. He uses his academic training in learning theory and interpersonal communication, combined with his extensive tutoring experience, to help countless student gain acceptance into top schools of their choice.
Steve worked for a national private tutoring company for two years before establishing his independent tutoring business in 2007. During that time, he had a 100% success rate in improving students' ACT/SAT scores by a contractually guaranteed amount, and demonstrated his proficiency in working with students who had poor results with previous tutors. Today, he works with students all over the Chicagoland area to improve their results for entrance exams and academic tests, as well as offering generalized academic preparation services.
Steve also has extensive experience working with students with special needs:
* Developing study plans for students with learning differences such as dyslexia and ADHD, including students with 504 Plans or IEP's
* ELL and ESL students
* Coaching for students who experience test-taking anxiety
* Working with neurodiverse students, such as those diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome
Stephen Byer has been a private tutor since 2005. Born and raised in the Chicago area, he received a BA with Honors from DePaul University in 2006, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Communications. He received a MA in Psychology from National-Louis University in April 2015. He uses his academic training in learning theory and interpersonal communication, combined with his extensive tutoring experience, to help countless student gain acceptance into top schools of their choice.
Steve worked for a national private tutoring company for two years before establishing his independent tutoring business in 2007. During that time, he had a 100% success rate in improving students' ACT/SAT scores by a contractually guaranteed amount, and demonstrated his proficiency in working with students who had poor results with previous tutors. Today, he works with students all over the Chicagoland area to improve their results for entrance exams and academic tests, as well as offering generalized academic preparation services.
Steve also has extensive experience working with students with special needs:
* Developing study plans for students with learning differences such as dyslexia and ADHD, including students with 504 Plans or IEP's
* ELL and ESL students
* Coaching for students who experience test-taking anxiety
* Working with neurodiverse students, such as those diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome
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Warren H.
Jun 12, 2015
We worked together for about 4hrs over two weeks to get ready for the GRE. We used a variety of materials, including websites, prep books, and one-on-one meetings to help prepare for all portions of the exam. Even though we did not finish a full course of preparation,I still improved substantially on the GRE.
Specifically, when we first started together, I had a 142 Quantitative score, and a 149 Verbal. After the 2 week my score improved to a 152 Quantitative and a 155 Verbal for a total improvement of 16 points!
Steve is good at explaining the test and strategies needed to improve quickly. While a solid base is need for fast improvement in a short time frame he is able to teach if needed, areas that may not have a solid foundation. The key to my success with Steve was his ability to quickly assess the areas I was the weakest and focus strategies to improve those first.
He is easy going and personable. He always tries to use the time as efficiently as possible. He was also willing to drive to my local area making it easier for me to get the help I needed.
Kelly B.
Aug 31, 2015
I came across Steve Byer in my pursuit to find the perfect GRE prep course. I spent 10 hours working with Steve and it was the best decision I made. Not only were Steves services a fraction of the cost of big name companies like Kaplan, Manhattan Prep, Princeton Review, etc. But also, I benefitted from the one-on-one nature of Steve's tutoring service.
I am NOT a confident test taker, and especially when it comes to standardized tests. Steve was instrumental in helping to ease some of the anxiety I had and also tailored our program to focus on the areas in which I needed the most work. Steve is extremely qualified and was never judgemental regarding any questions or concerns I had.
When I first started working with Steve, my practice test scores were in the 140s. I saw incredible improvement over the course of the next 4 weeks. Thanks to Steve, when I sat for the actual test, I received the highest scores of any practice test I took during my time working with Steve. I couldn't be happier with the time and dedication Steve put forth on my behalf. I am ecstatic with my scores and unbelievably grateful that I will not need to take the GRE for a second time. Thank you, Steve!!
Finally, I want to emphasize how passionate Steve is toward his students. He was 100% available to me outside of scheduled tutoring hours and was more than willing to answer questions and look over work during his free time. There were many times in which he checked in with me to see how I was progressing. This dedication would not occur with a larger company like Kaplan or Princeton Review. I highly recommend Steve to anyone who is seeking help for standardized tests and/or tutoring in any academic areas.
Thank you, thank you, thank you, Steve!!
-Kelly B.
Initial Untimed GRE Practice Test (PowerPrep)
Verbal - 140s
Quantitative - 140s.
Timed Practice Test #1 (PowerPrep)
Verbal - 153
Quantitative - 154
Timed Practice Test #2 (PowerPrep)
Verbal - 150
Quantitative - 155
ACTUAL GRE SCORES
Verbal - 159
Quantitative - 155
Yvonne B.
Sep 20, 2015
Steve helped me tremendously in one two hour session. He did that by being very sensitive to my previous math GRE failures, and he gave me an honest appraisal of where I was and what I was lacking-the basics.
Steve used a variety of materials, including websites, prep books and test materials from the official ETS GRE guides, some of which I hadnt seen before.
I had been studying wrong, trying to solve GRE math question after GRE math question, and not understanding why I just wasn't scoring higher after multiple test attempts. During this diagnostic session, we came up with a detailed plan so I could be as prepared as possible for the next exam. He redirected my course, and I now feel that I am finally on the right track! That is huge! I feel confident that I will be able to achieve the score I need for the grad school of my choice.
Rachel A.
Sep 28, 2015
As someone who works a full-time job and was taking courses for a career change, it was imperative that I also began studying for the GRE to achieve my goal of applying to graduate programs in a timely fashion.
Since I was a working adult who was also taking classes 2 evenings out of the week and on Saturdays from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, it was imperative that I not only find a good GRE tutor, but one who also could cater to my schedule. Having heard through word-of-mouth what a good tutor Steve was and seeing his Yelp reviews, I immediately queried him on his availability.
Thankfully, Steve made time for time for teaching me GRE tips, tricks, and mastery.
Before working with Steve, I had another tutor who did not cater to my learning style. Not only did Steve help me get a higher score on the GRE (I had taken it once before several years ago, before changing careers), he did so in a manner that made sense to me and adapted his teachings to my strengths and weaknesses.
Steve was such an effective tutor, not only did I do well, but I referred him to my cousin who was taking the ACT!
Emily S.
Jan 16, 2016
I met with Steve for 5 sessions to help me get my GRE math score on track. I had taken a Kaplan course before I took the GRE for the first time, but I scored abysmally in Quantitative Reasoning-- so low that I doubt my Kaplan work had any effect upon my score. Private tutoring was my last ditch effort to improve. Steve directed me to official GRE study materials (which were much more true to test than Kaplan's) and helped me recognize question patterns and develop a testing methodology. After ten hours working together I scored a whole 14 points higher in Quantitative Reasoning, which translated to a raise of 25 percentile points!
What especially impressed me about Steve's work as a tutor was his flexibility and availability. I had only three weeks between our first tutoring session and my second attempt at the GRE, and Steve accommodated my schedule beautifully: he even was willing to meet near my house. He also kept me engaged and accountable through text and email, always underlining that I could call or email him for math help in a pinch.
Thanks to Steve's direction and study aids, I have more than surpassed the Quantitative score goals I had when I signed up for tutoring. Steve definitely gives you a plan (and it doesn't hurt that he's a nice guy!). I would definitely recommend him to any test taker looking to improve.
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