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The Best ACT Reading Tutors in Columbia, SC
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Columbia, SC
Top 1% SAT-English Tutor on Wyzant!
After interacting with College Board materials for over 20 years, I have developed a system that teaches students how the SAT is made, helping them to think more like test-makers than test-takers. Do you find the long reading passages intimidating? I can help you move through them quickly and accurately. Do you hate the...
After interacting with College Board materials for over 20 years, I have developed a system that teaches students how the SAT is made, helping them to think more like test-makers than test-takers. Do you find the long reading passages intimidating? I can help you move through them quickly and accurately. Do you hate the...
Frank is the best tutor out there. No discussion. After a few sessions with my son. My son started getting perfect score of 800. I didn’t even things that’s possible. My son is always excited about the sessions. Thank you Frank! - michelle , 16 lessons with Frank

Columbia, SC
Student-Centered Tutor & Interventionist
I bring a strong educational foundation and a wide range of real-world teaching experience into every tutoring session, along with a creative, problem-solving mindset that helps students connect with what they are learning. I hold degrees in both Middle School Education and Early Childhood Education. Over the past three...
I bring a strong educational foundation and a wide range of real-world teaching experience into every tutoring session, along with a creative, problem-solving mindset that helps students connect with what they are learning. I hold degrees in both Middle School Education and Early Childhood Education. Over the past three...

Columbia, SC
USC Grad tutors SAT/ACT, TEAS/HESI, PTCB, GRE/GMAT, Biology, French, C
I love teaching and training students to reach their full potential and be successful in school and in life. More importantly, I believe everyone has the potential to be the best they can be as long as they are made to believe in themselves, in their potential and innate abilities. I have had a lot of informal teaching...
I love teaching and training students to reach their full potential and be successful in school and in life. More importantly, I believe everyone has the potential to be the best they can be as long as they are made to believe in themselves, in their potential and innate abilities. I have had a lot of informal teaching...
Ousman helped me study for my Hesi A2 exam. I loved the fact that he gave me homework because this kept me accountable and it was also great practice. He also gave me print outs that were extremely helpful in remembering certain t... - Kaitlyn, 14 lessons with Ousman

Columbia, SC
Grammar Guru Emily
Hi! I'm Emily P. I'm a Bluffton, SC native currently living in Columbia, SC. I am a high school English teacher. I couldn't be more excited to contribute to my students' lives in such an important way. To the fanatic like myself, English is the medium through which one expresses oneself to other speakers. To those gifted...
Hi! I'm Emily P. I'm a Bluffton, SC native currently living in Columbia, SC. I am a high school English teacher. I couldn't be more excited to contribute to my students' lives in such an important way. To the fanatic like myself, English is the medium through which one expresses oneself to other speakers. To those gifted...
I have only met Emily once; in the library she was on time she was prepared she was very kind and patient and knowledgeable and she appears to be perfect for me right now. It has been a long journey trying to find a good tutor and... - Cindy, 33 lessons with Emily

Near Columbia, SC
Ivy League grad, Experienced LSAT and Writing Tutor
I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania and have been tutoring since 2014. I primarily work with high school and college students, though I have also worked with younger students. I currently offer tutoring for standardized tests (SAT/ACT and LSAT), having scored 36 on the ACT as well as in the...
I graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania and have been tutoring since 2014. I primarily work with high school and college students, though I have also worked with younger students. I currently offer tutoring for standardized tests (SAT/ACT and LSAT), having scored 36 on the ACT as well as in the...

Near Columbia, SC
Knowledgeable and Effective Math/Test Prep Tutor
Hello! My name is Patrick, and I am a sophomore in college this year! I have had near perfect grades throughout high school, and I have earned 100's in every math class I have taken, except for one (Abstract Algebra) in which I got a 98. Similarly, I earned a 1600 on the SAT as well as a 36 on each section of the ACT,...
Hello! My name is Patrick, and I am a sophomore in college this year! I have had near perfect grades throughout high school, and I have earned 100's in every math class I have taken, except for one (Abstract Algebra) in which I got a 98. Similarly, I earned a 1600 on the SAT as well as a 36 on each section of the ACT,...
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ACT Reading Expert with 8+ Years of Elite English Instruction
With over eight years of experience teaching advanced English at both the high school and college levels, I help students master the strategies and skills needed to excel on the ACT Reading section. My background in AP English and literary...
With over eight years of experience teaching advanced English at both the high school and college levels, I help students master the strategies and skills needed to excel on the ACT Reading section. My background in AP English and literary...
We are so grateful we found Aric to help our son with his college essays! He worked efficiently and was great at helping our son identify the right themes to highlight his strengths while staying true to his own voice. With such l... - Ali, 3 lessons with Aric

91 Percentile Scorer (31) with 3+ YOE
I know the ins and outs of the ACT reading and what you can epect. We will go over test taking strategy, how to actively read the passage, and the hidden tricks that the ACT implements and how we can avoid those traps!
I know the ins and outs of the ACT reading and what you can epect. We will go over test taking strategy, how to actively read the passage, and the hidden tricks that the ACT implements and how we can avoid those traps!

The most effective ACT Reading strategies on Wyzant
My students increase their SAT scores by over 100 points on average and by at least 3 points on the Reading Section of the ACT. I teach with a very effective method that will increase your confidence and success very quickly.
My students increase their SAT scores by over 100 points on average and by at least 3 points on the Reading Section of the ACT. I teach with a very effective method that will increase your confidence and success very quickly.
John started helping my daughter with her SAT reading less than two months before her test date, and her score improved by 100 points! His strategic approach to tackling different question types truly set him apart. John taught my... - Dawn, 27 lessons with John

Licensed Attorney | Law School, Bar Exam & Legal Writing Coach | JD
J.D., Academic writing coach with a 760 SAT verbal score. Trained in Orton-Gillingham and MaxScholar reading methodologies at Levy Learning Center. Experienced working with high school students on reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and...
J.D., Academic writing coach with a 760 SAT verbal score. Trained in Orton-Gillingham and MaxScholar reading methodologies at Levy Learning Center. Experienced working with high school students on reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and...

ACT Reading Tutor with 2+ Years Experience
I have 2+ years tutoring ACT prep with a national tutoring company, and tutoring ACT Reading is a unique challenge I enjoy. Reading for the ACT requires focus and the ability to think critically, so I focus my tutoring on teaching best...
I have 2+ years tutoring ACT prep with a national tutoring company, and tutoring ACT Reading is a unique challenge I enjoy. Reading for the ACT requires focus and the ability to think critically, so I focus my tutoring on teaching best...
Meg did some ACT practice with my son and it was fantastic. He's a little impatient and sometimes struggles to focus, but they covered a lot of material, and Meg kept him on task and taught him key concepts extremely well. We'll b... - Kate, 7 lessons with Meg

Awesome ACT Tutor with 10+ Years of Experience
I have been tutoring ACT prep for over ten years. I have a experience tutoring students of all different skill levels and goals. I customize strategies and methods for this test that are best suited for each of my students. I am very familiar...
I have been tutoring ACT prep for over ten years. I have a experience tutoring students of all different skill levels and goals. I customize strategies and methods for this test that are best suited for each of my students. I am very familiar...
Abigail was phenomenal in preparing my son for the SAT math section. With just a handful of focused sessions the week before the test, she helped my son achieve a perfect 800 score. Abigail clearly knew how to identify key areas f... - Anna, 2 lessons with Abigail

Knowledgeable and Patient ACT Reading Specialist
As long as a student is motivated, focuses in session, and completes the assignments, there is no reason why a score shouldn’t go up. Personally, for the ACT Reading test, I aim for at least a 10-point increase for the subsection....
As long as a student is motivated, focuses in session, and completes the assignments, there is no reason why a score shouldn’t go up. Personally, for the ACT Reading test, I aim for at least a 10-point increase for the subsection....

ACT Reading comprehension & strategy expert | 15+ years in test prep
I am intimately familiar with the concepts and skills a student must master in order to be successful on the ACT Reading section—and how to help them do so within the time constraints of the test. To optimize our sessions and their...
I am intimately familiar with the concepts and skills a student must master in order to be successful on the ACT Reading section—and how to help them do so within the time constraints of the test. To optimize our sessions and their...
Lenore is an amazing tutor! I feel much more confident and less stressed about the SAT. She’s taught me to recognize what they're testing me on before I start answering a question and has given me a plan for going about each quest... - Laurel, 18 lessons with Lenore

I Have Coached Students to Perfect ACT Scores
The Reading section of the ACT is all about passage annotation, question type identification, and answer elimination. I will give you tips and techniques to improve your scores. We'll also practice effective time management.
The Reading section of the ACT is all about passage annotation, question type identification, and answer elimination. I will give you tips and techniques to improve your scores. We'll also practice effective time management.
Reading is an area that is difficult to see improvement in a short period of time, but Carolyn helped us achieve the ACT reading and English results that we wanted in just several months. She evaluates students' unique needs, bond... - Showming, 16 lessons with Carolyn

Top ACT Reading Tutor
I have taught the Reading Section for 12 years, offering tips, strategies to save time and score well.
I have taught the Reading Section for 12 years, offering tips, strategies to save time and score well.
After just two sessions reviewing ACT reading, my child’s score went up 12 points. We could not be happier with these results, and they are a direct result of Barrie-John’s thoughtful direction and instruction. - Langley, 2 lessons with Barrie-John

ACT Reading Tutor | Physician with Strong Verbal Skills
Dr. David scored in the 99th percentile on ACT/SAT Reading and Writing, and he teaches students the methods behind that result. He shows students how to decode passage structure, eliminate wrong answers strategically, and tie...
Dr. David scored in the 99th percentile on ACT/SAT Reading and Writing, and he teaches students the methods behind that result. He shows students how to decode passage structure, eliminate wrong answers strategically, and tie...
This review is way overdue, but I had to share how amazing Dr. Dave is! I worked with him for help on a really difficult statistics assignment in my political science class, and he was an absolute game-changer. I had tried working... - Iva, 2 lessons with David F.

Princeton Grad | ACT Reading Expert | Perfect 36 Scorer
I’m a Princeton University graduate specializing in ACT English and Reading, and I earned a perfect 36 on both sections. I work with students on the grammar, reading comprehension, vocabulary in context, and reasoning skills that...
I’m a Princeton University graduate specializing in ACT English and Reading, and I earned a perfect 36 on both sections. I work with students on the grammar, reading comprehension, vocabulary in context, and reasoning skills that...
Simply stated, Silvana is fabulous! My daughter is a high school senior applying to selective colleges. We hired a private counselor to proof her essays but when my daughter got pneumonia, she missed all the deadlines for proofr... - Heather, 5 lessons with Silvana

ACT Reading Tutor | Clear Strategies for Faster Comprehension
• Experience helping students analyze passages and identify key ideas quickly • Strong focus on ACT Reading question types including main idea, inference, and evidence questions • Skilled at teaching strategies for reading efficiently...
• Experience helping students analyze passages and identify key ideas quickly • Strong focus on ACT Reading question types including main idea, inference, and evidence questions • Skilled at teaching strategies for reading efficiently...
We have tried several tutors on this platform and James has easily been the best fit for our student. He has always struggled with math, but James takes the time to explain every step. James has been very patient with a student ... - Ann, 5 lessons with James

Duke Top 5% Grad w/ 5+ Year Experience Tutoring ACT
I scored a 36 on the ACT and have 5+ years of experience preparing students for the ACT and other standardized tests. For ACT Reading, I focus on helping students recognize common question types and understand how to use the passage...
I scored a 36 on the ACT and have 5+ years of experience preparing students for the ACT and other standardized tests. For ACT Reading, I focus on helping students recognize common question types and understand how to use the passage...
I've worked with many tutors across other platforms and Eric was by far the best. We worked on my common application as well as my supplemental essays for Harvard, Princeton, and Duke. Eric has fantastic insights which come from h... - John, 5 lessons with Eric

Georgetown University Honors Graduate, Experienced ACT Reading Tutor
I achieved a perfect 800/800 on the SAT Reading and Writing section and earned 5s on both AP English Language and AP English Literature, giving me a strong background in vocabulary, grammar, and critical reasoning. In my tutoring sessions, I help...
I achieved a perfect 800/800 on the SAT Reading and Writing section and earned 5s on both AP English Language and AP English Literature, giving me a strong background in vocabulary, grammar, and critical reasoning. In my tutoring sessions, I help...
Youmna tutored my son for just one month before his SAT and his Reading & Writing jumped 80 points — from 660 to 740, moving him to the 97th percentile. Every content domain improved. She is always on time, detail-oriented, and co... - Ramnish, 44 lessons with Youmna

15+ Years of Success as an ACT Coach in All Subjects
I work with students in a way that is tailored to their needs. Some are working to increase their reading speed and comprehension. Others want to build vocabulary or learn strategies for specific question types. From struggling readers to advanced...
I work with students in a way that is tailored to their needs. Some are working to increase their reading speed and comprehension. Others want to build vocabulary or learn strategies for specific question types. From struggling readers to advanced...
Allen was incredibly helpful with my law school application essays. He quickly understood exactly what I was looking for and helped me cut down my word count while keeping the strongest parts of my writing. He’s also super friendl... - Lakshmi, 3 lessons with Allen

Expert ACT Reading Tutor with 12+ Years of Teaching Experience
I have extensive experience teaching the reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary skills required for a top score on the ACT Reading. As a professional writer, editor, and college instructor, I provide expert guidance on analyzing...
I have extensive experience teaching the reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary skills required for a top score on the ACT Reading. As a professional writer, editor, and college instructor, I provide expert guidance on analyzing...
Kelsey has been an incredible help to my daughter in preparing for her SAT verbal over the past month. She quickly identified the areas that needed focus and provided countless tips and strategies that are spot-on. She also makes ... - Ying, 8 lessons with Kelsey

Common result: 4+ pts composite, 4+ pts ACT Reading | 6+ yrs ACT exp
Common result: 4+ pts composite, 4+ pts ACT Reading | 6+ yrs of ACT exp Some stand-out students (overall ACT score): Grace: 26 → 33/36 (7 points! Grace received the highest level of financial support for her dream school!)...
Common result: 4+ pts composite, 4+ pts ACT Reading | 6+ yrs of ACT exp Some stand-out students (overall ACT score): Grace: 26 → 33/36 (7 points! Grace received the highest level of financial support for her dream school!)...
I wanted to share what a great experience my son had working with Justin on his ACT prep. We were really impressed—not just with the results, but with how quickly things started to click for him. In about four months (and even fa... - Maxwell, 21 lessons with Justin

Your ACT Test Prep Guru since 2016!
I earned a perfect score on the ACT reading on my first attempt. I've had two different students earn a 36 after working with me--just in the last 6 months. I have over 10 years of experience helping student nationwide learn all the...
I earned a perfect score on the ACT reading on my first attempt. I've had two different students earn a 36 after working with me--just in the last 6 months. I have over 10 years of experience helping student nationwide learn all the...
We are very grateful to Sarah for helping my son prepare for the SAT Reading section. His Reading score improved from 690 to an excellent 780 after working with Sarah. Sarah was knowledgeable, patient, and very effective at identi... - Yudong, 39 lessons with Sarah
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ACT Reading Tutors in Columbia, SC
On Wyzant, ACT Reading tutors in Columbia, SC, offer personalized, one-on-one, and small-group instruction to help students improve their reading comprehension and test scores. Many tutors are experienced in both ACT prep and English, combining content expertise with test strategies for the reading section.
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