The Best SAT Reading Tutors in Alameda, CA

Hi, I'm David - I specialize in SAT prep for high school students, and over the past decade I've helped students move from frustration and self-doubt to hitting scores they didn't think were possible. My students typically improve between 150 and 250 points within 8-12 weeks, with consistent practice between sessions. My...See David's full profile

Reading for comprehension consists of finding and focusing on the thesis of the story or article, recognizing the main supporting examples, and defining what is the appropriate conclusion. Reading for analysis of literary style and socio-political importance consists of recognizing the literary elements such as plot,...See RD's full profile

As an English Language Arts teacher and tutor, avid and broad-ranging reader, and high-scorer on the SAT verbal section, I can teach you strategies for performing your absolute best on the SAT reading, English and essay writing sections. I scored 720 (out of 800) on the SAT verbal section, using the more rigorous...See Marie's full profile

"You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." ~Clay P. Bedford I earned a Ph.D. doing Genetics research at the University of Utah. Knowledge is always fascinating to me: a concept is not just a concept,...See Heng's full profile

I’m based in Oakland, CA. With 22+ years in education, I help students move from knowing the “what” to understanding the “how” and “why.” There’s no magic — just structured thinking, intentional practice (with a sprinkle or two of whimsy), and partnership. Be ready to exert extra mental effort. I...See Kenisha's full profile

I have twelve years of experience teaching programming, test prep, statistics, finance, and business courses. I have authored five textbooks on Python Statistics, Python Machine Learning, Python Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, and Software Development. I tutored an undergraduate Business Statistics course for...See Bernard's full profile

I have an excellent command of the English language with a BA in English Literature. I am an excellent teacher and a gifted writer and will help you succeed in your endeavor.See GLENN's full profile

Hi I'm Purav! I recently graduated from the undergraduate portion of my BSMD program and will be starting medical school in the fall. I dedicated a substantial amount of time in high school and college to tutoring my peers in biology, chemistry, physics, and the SAT by working as a tutor at my university's campus...See Purav's full profile

I am an experienced tutor with a PhD from UC Berkeley and a wide array of teaching and tutoring experience. I'm also a professional writer and editor who has published widely in national publications like CNN, Politico, NPR and the LA Times. I can help your student prepare their college application essays, including...See Rebecca's full profile

Whether you're a working professional exploring new career opportunities or a student applying to college or graduate school, I’d love to help you succeed. I offer a strategic, personalized approach to college counseling, interview preparation, and graduate applications, designed to help you clarify your goals and...See Aaron's full profile

I have helped students improve their grades and test scores for over 20 years, tutoring students in suburban private schools, urban public schools, Ivy League universities and everywhere in between. In addition to tutoring, I have taught high school math and science full-time for 25 years. Before grad school at...See Fred's full profile

I served students for 9 years as a high school English teacher (grades 8-12). I prepared my students for ACT reading, SAT reading, and multiple other high-stakes tests. I served students for 13 years as an instructional leader (principal and vice principal) of middle and high schools. I facilitated best reading...See Stephen's full profile

My goal: I am a credentialed English teacher with a decade of teaching experience and a master's of teaching from Stanford. I am to use my experience to empower students to craft compelling personal statements that represent their authentic voice and story. I am committed to guiding students through every step of the...See Amy's full profile

My name is Arjun. I provide in person tutoring in the San Francisco Bay Area or online tutoring with a flexible time and travel schedule. I work at Stanford, I hold a PhD in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelors in Mathematics-Statistics from Columbia University. Over the years, I have tutored...See Arjun's full profile

I am a recent Stanford University graduate, with degrees in both Economics and Film Studies. In high school, I scored a combined 2340 on my SAT Exam, with a perfect score of 800 on my SAT Reading Exam. And I have been working as a professional high school tutor for the past four years.See Raymond's full profile

1590 SAT, 790 English, 2x Scholastic Gold Key, 5 years tutoring SAT > 150 point median increaseSee Luke's full profile

I scored a 1570 and got 153/154 questions correct on the old SAT. In order to get this score, I received excellent tutoring and have adapted those same techniques, workbooks, and practice tests so that you can improve your score! Together, we'll evaluate your current progress and create a study roadmap.See Phillip's full profile

As an experienced educator and therapist with doctoral level training, I have a passion for helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds achieve their full potential. With a strong academic background and extensive experience in both teaching and therapy, I offer a unique skill set that enables me to provide...See Mary's full profile

I am currently working with students on SAT reading skills. See Cecily's full profile

Did you know PhD stands for "Doctor of Philosophy" and "philosophia" means a love of learning/wisdom? Experience a love of learning and the ultra-satisfying “Aha!" moments as we work together. I specialize in math, test preparation, and writing and over 20+ years, I’ve worked with students of all ages. In a...See Menaka's full profile

Careful reading can take time: test reading requires certain skills to understand how to reach comprehension in the least amount of time. As a now-retired teacher of high school and middle school students, I have trained several generations in techniques to achieve both speed and accuracy in tests of reading.See James's full profile

I’ve been a private tutor for many years and also work onsite as a tutor at a college prep high school in San Francisco, CA. I provide academic support for all subjects K-12 and assist college students with math and writing. I’m also highly experienced with test prep for the SSAT, HSPT, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, CBEST,...See Jason's full profile

I help my students approach test questions and answer choices in the most efficient way. There are "tricks to the trade" of taking tests that are based in the structure of standardized tests, which are practical and save time. With my background in science of education and counseling, I also address issues of moods and...See Barbara's full profile

With more than 8 years as an SAT Tutor, I have plenty of experience tutoring students to excellent scores, including some students to the 95%+ percentile. The key to excelling in SAT Reading is two-fold: 1) Find evidence in the passages quickly. Learning how to parse a passage, notate it, and bringing the...See Randy's full profile

I have worked with numerous students on preparing for the Reading section on the SAT. I emphasize the reading comprehension, analysis, and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed on the test. In addition, I teach my students the most effective test-taking strategies so they can “outsmart” the test and boost...See Richard's full profile