3,597 Mt Vernon SAT Writing Tutors

...There are short and long passages, all followed by a number of questions that test understanding of the structure and tone of the reading, as well as vocabulary. The subject matter is often quite dense and boring, so it is essential that students not lose focus. I teach my students to read actively and to anticipate the most frequently asked types... read more

...I have been working with him since he was in the sixth grade and am very proud of his hard work. A student who I have been working with since the sixth grade recently scored 800 out of 800 in SAT reading comprehension and 780 out of 800 in SAT writing. He was accepted to Dartmouth and his parents gave my recommendation letter credit for his getting... read more

...TEACHING PHILOSOPHY I am a big believer in “hands-on” learning, in which the instructor regularly elicits responses from the student to ensure s/he understands the concepts being discussed and is actively involved in absorbing the material. I think mistakes are great as I see them as learning opportunities, so I always try to create an environment... read more

...Over the last 3 years, I have helped many students improve their math and English skills to prepare for the ASVAB test. One of my students raised his score from 22 to 35 after just a few weeks of tutoring, and now he is joining the army! I begin with a diagnostic test of the student's current abilities, which has the same types of questions found... read more

...My home lesson rates vary depending upon location and timing. Strong SAT training works to improve anyone's performance on the test. I offer custom-focused training aimed at achieving an elite score. We will train in a combination of core skills and test-taking skills custom-tailored to maximize your score increase based on your current strengths... read more