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Matthew

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Matthew

Bachelor's
Matthew's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Public Speaking
College Essays

I am a lawyer, an English major, and former educational administrator who recently started a business. I live in Brooklyn and I'm originally from Jacksonville, Florida. I've lived all over the country in Los Angeles, Chicago, Florida, and NYC. Formerly I practiced bankruptcy law.

Education

University

Bachelor's

Corwyn

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Corwyn

Masters in Education, Special Education
Corwyn's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
College Essays

I am passionate about helping students because I experienced many difficulties as a student. I enjoy helping students overcome learning difficulties. This led me to teaching. I have been in education for over 20 years. I have taught in K-12, college, in the U.S., and abroad.

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The Ohio State University

Masters in Education, Special Education

Rockford College

Bachelor in Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, General

Jason

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jason

PhD
Jason's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra

I am currently a PhD student at Clemson University who studies Law and Economics. Previously, I graduated from Patrick Henry College with a double major in Political Theory and Economics. I have a deep love of topics ranging from classics, philosophy, and law, to economics, history, and current poli...

Education

Clemson University

PhD

Brian

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Brian

JD
Brian's other Tutor Subjects
Finance
Economics
Microeconomics
Personal Finance

I pride myself in bringing professional education and professional experience together to create context to help you understand things that are difficult to understand without a combination of education and experience. I believe in lifelong learning, helping others succeed, and trying to make the le...

Education

Loyola University-Chicago

JD

Iowa State University

JD

Joshua

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joshua

JD
Joshua's other Tutor Subjects
CLEP Introduction to Business Law
CLEP
LSAT Reading Comprehension
LSAT Logical Reasoning

I believe that everyone is far more capable of learning than they believe, and that we all have unique styles of learning because we all come from different backgrounds with distinct experiences and values. With that, my goal is to learn as much about my students as possible and tailor curricula to ...

Education

Suffolk University

JD

Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

Test Scores
SAT
1540
Kate

Certified Tutor

Kate

Masters, Environmental Engineering
Kate's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Masters, Environmental Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1580
Jai

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Jai

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Jai's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Electrical Engineering
ACT Writing

I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1590
ACT
35
Rhea

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Rhea

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rhea's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...

Education

University of Chicago

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36
Erika

Certified Tutor

Erika

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Erika's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...

Education

Harvard University

Master of Public Policy, Public Policy

Test Scores
ACT
32

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Pre-Calculus Tutor • +29 Subjects

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and coming members of such a great field. I have experience tutoring both Calculus and Physics at Notre Dame, as well as experience as a Student Assistant for Differential Equations and Mechanics. I believe the key to learning is much deeper than learning to solve problems and that seeking knowledge is one of the best means for personal improvement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Illinois Bar Exam combines the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE) with Illinois-specific components, requiring mastery of both multistate law and state-specific procedures. Students typically struggle most with time management across the essay portion (where they must write multiple essays covering different subjects in limited time), the multiple-choice questions that test deep conceptual understanding rather than surface-level knowledge, and the Illinois-specific performance test that requires practical legal problem-solving. Many test-takers underestimate how much the performance test demands—it's not just about knowing the law, but applying it under pressure with unfamiliar fact patterns.

A tutor can identify your specific weak areas across the seven UBE subjects and Illinois-specific content, then create a targeted study plan rather than having you review everything equally. For example, if you struggle with the performance test's time pressure, a tutor can work with you on strategic reading, outlining techniques, and practice under timed conditions—skills that generic bar prep courses often don't address adequately. Tutors also help you understand the "why" behind multistate law principles, which is critical for the essays and multiple-choice questions that test application and synthesis rather than memorization.

Successful bar exam essays require more than knowing the law—you need to spot issues quickly, apply the correct legal framework, and communicate your analysis clearly under time pressure. The biggest gaps students have are in issue spotting (missing subtle facts that trigger different legal rules) and in organizing multi-issue answers so graders can follow your reasoning. A tutor can teach you to read fact patterns strategically, develop templates that help you structure answers consistently, and practice writing timed essays with feedback on both substance and presentation—things that are hard to get right through self-study alone.

The MBE tests not just knowledge but the ability to distinguish between similar legal rules and apply them to complex fact patterns—a skill that requires more than reading outlines. Effective tutoring focuses on understanding the underlying principles in Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, Evidence, and other tested subjects so you can reason through unfamiliar questions rather than relying on memorization. A tutor can help you identify patterns in how the bar examiners test each subject, teach you to spot common distractors in multiple-choice answers, and build your speed and accuracy through targeted practice with detailed feedback on why you're missing questions.

The best Illinois Bar Exam tutors have recent bar exam experience (ideally passed within the last few years), understand the current UBE format and Illinois-specific requirements, and have experience teaching bar prep content—not just practicing law. Look for tutors who can explain the "why" behind legal rules, have a track record helping students improve their weak areas, and understand the psychology of test-taking under pressure. Ideally, they should be familiar with common student mistakes and have strategies for addressing them, whether that's issue spotting gaps, time management problems, or anxiety management during the exam.

Most students benefit from starting tutoring 8-12 weeks before their bar exam date, though this depends on your baseline knowledge and confidence level. If you're struggling with specific subjects or the performance test, starting earlier (3-4 months out) allows time for deeper skill-building rather than just last-minute review. A tutor can assess your current level early on and help you prioritize—for example, if you're weak in Evidence or Civil Procedure, you might need more time on those subjects than on areas where you're already strong.

The performance test is where many strong students lose points because it requires a different skill set than essays and multiple-choice—you must read a file of documents, identify the legal issue, research it, and produce a work product (memo, letter, etc.) in 90 minutes. Tutors can teach you how to read efficiently through unfamiliar materials, spot what's legally relevant versus background noise, and structure your work product to address the client's actual problem. Practice with feedback is critical here; a tutor can grade your performance test attempts the way bar examiners do and show you exactly where you're losing points.

Clear metrics include higher scores on practice essays and MBE questions (typically a 10-15 point improvement on MBE practice tests within 4-6 weeks of focused tutoring), faster completion times on performance tests, and improved issue spotting—meaning you catch legal issues you previously missed. You should also see more consistent performance across different subject areas and better accuracy on higher-difficulty questions. Beyond scores, you'll develop the confidence and strategic approach to tackle unfamiliar fact patterns, which is what separates passing from strong passing on the actual exam.

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