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The Best SAT Writing Tutors in Portland, OR

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Julie H. Near Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Julie H.
95/hour

Near Portland, OR

English Teacher with PhD and lots of experience

I have a PhD and have completed a specialization in teaching composition which includes grammar instruction. I also worked as a reading specialist and have lots of experience helping students improve in SAT reading and writing.

4.9 (696)
95/hour
3,699 hours tutoring

I have a PhD and have completed a specialization in teaching composition which includes grammar instruction. I also worked as a reading specialist and have lots of experience helping students improve in SAT reading and writing.

Hyo A. Near Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hyo A.
105/hour

Near Portland, OR

Friendly and Knowledgeable Tutor with 15+ Years of Experience

SAT Writing test has one 25 minute essay and 2 multiple choice section that tests grammatical errors in sentences and passages. In the essay section, I focus on making sure that the student is able to write a coherent and thoughtful essay in 25 minutes. Unless the student is ESL, I've never had a student...

5.0 (406)
105/hour
1,803 hours tutoring

SAT Writing test has one 25 minute essay and 2 multiple choice section that tests grammatical errors in sentences and passages. In the essay section, I focus on making sure that the student is able to write a coherent and thoughtful essay in 25 minutes. Unless the student is ESL, I've never had a student...

Merritt M. Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Merritt M.
35/hour

Portland, OR

Ms. M. - Certified Teacher

Hello! My name is Ms. M. and I can't wait to get started working with you. I am a fully certified teacher in the state of Washington, and my teaching areas include English Language Arts and Middle Level Humanities. I also specialize in college writing, and college test prep (SAT/ACT). I started teaching as an...

4.9 (21)
35/hour
93 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Ms. M. and I can't wait to get started working with you. I am a fully certified teacher in the state of Washington, and my teaching areas include English Language Arts and Middle Level Humanities. I also specialize in college writing, and college test prep (SAT/ACT). I started teaching as an...

Hilary B. Near Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hilary B.
45/hour

Near Portland, OR

PhD Candidate & College Prof for History, Essay Writing, English

I am a PhD candidate specializing in U.S. history. In the past I have worked as a college history instructor, museum specialist, and oral historian. My current research focuses specifically on the Cold War in the Pacific Northwest. Additional areas of interest include nuclear history, environmental history, migration,...

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5.0 (10)
45/hour
27 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutes

I am a PhD candidate specializing in U.S. history. In the past I have worked as a college history instructor, museum specialist, and oral historian. My current research focuses specifically on the Cold War in the Pacific Northwest. Additional areas of interest include nuclear history, environmental history, migration,...

Devin T. Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Devin T.
180/hour

Portland, OR

College Writing + Literature Prof with a Decade of Tutoring Experience

I've now been in the field for 20 years, tutor 15 APs, as well as college essays and the SAT/ACT. My students have gotten into nearly every selective university and usually report 4s and 5s on the exams and increases of roughly 100 points per section (or 3 points if we're talking ACT). At boutique tutoring companies and...

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5.0 (48)
180/hour
208 hours tutoring

I've now been in the field for 20 years, tutor 15 APs, as well as college essays and the SAT/ACT. My students have gotten into nearly every selective university and usually report 4s and 5s on the exams and increases of roughly 100 points per section (or 3 points if we're talking ACT). At boutique tutoring companies and...

Ethan W. Near Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ethan W.
40/hour

Near Portland, OR

Test Prep, Math, and Chess Tutor

Hi, I'm Ethan, an undergraduate student at Northwestern University. I started playing chess when I was in 3rd grade. In the course of my chess career, I've won 7 state championships, ranked as the #80 U18 player in the US, and played for the Northwestern University A Team. I'm currently rated 2000 under USCF and 1900...

5.0 (5)
40/hour
22 hours tutoring

Hi, I'm Ethan, an undergraduate student at Northwestern University. I started playing chess when I was in 3rd grade. In the course of my chess career, I've won 7 state championships, ranked as the #80 U18 player in the US, and played for the Northwestern University A Team. I'm currently rated 2000 under USCF and 1900...

Marc E. Near Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marc E.
100/hour

Near Portland, OR

The Mathematical Composer

Have you ever wanted to understand the connections between Math and Music? Or wondered about the musical potential of programming constructs like 'for' loops and functions? Or maybe you just want help on your Calculus homework from a tutor with an interesting and varied background? I have been working as a private...

5.0 (2)
100/hour
8 hours tutoring
Response time: 59 minutes

Have you ever wanted to understand the connections between Math and Music? Or wondered about the musical potential of programming constructs like 'for' loops and functions? Or maybe you just want help on your Calculus homework from a tutor with an interesting and varied background? I have been working as a private...

Noah G. Near Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Noah G.
150/hour

Near Portland, OR

PhD Mechanical Engineer and Professional Tutor

Hi! My name is Noah, I graduated with my PhD in mechanical engineering from UT Austin, and I've been helping students like you since 2012. I started tutoring in high school when a friend was struggling in a class I took the year before. I remembered how confusing the teacher made it seem and how simple it was when...

4.9 (74)
150/hour
264 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutes

Hi! My name is Noah, I graduated with my PhD in mechanical engineering from UT Austin, and I've been helping students like you since 2012. I started tutoring in high school when a friend was struggling in a class I took the year before. I remembered how confusing the teacher made it seem and how simple it was when...

Anne C. Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Anne C.
70/hour

Portland, OR

Professional SAT, new SAT, ACT & GRE & Math Tutor Available Worldwide

Do you need to catch up on schoolwork, improve grades, or prepare for a test? I am available for online tutoring sessions. I can provide a free 15 min demo of Wyzant's excellent virtual tutoring platform. My tutoring experience spans 14 years, nearly 2000 hours with Wyzant students, and many more hours with...

4.9 (488)
70/hour
2,409 hours tutoring

Do you need to catch up on schoolwork, improve grades, or prepare for a test? I am available for online tutoring sessions. I can provide a free 15 min demo of Wyzant's excellent virtual tutoring platform. My tutoring experience spans 14 years, nearly 2000 hours with Wyzant students, and many more hours with...

Stan F. Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stan F.
80/hour

Portland, OR

Social Studies, College App & Writing Tutoring from a PhD Historian

The doctor is in! I recently completed my PhD in U.S. History from the University of Southern California and am available to tutor students from 9th grade onwards both virtually and in Portland, OR. I’ve helped hundreds of students master complex material in history and social studies; sharpen their writing,...

5.0 (8)
80/hour
34 hours tutoring

The doctor is in! I recently completed my PhD in U.S. History from the University of Southern California and am available to tutor students from 9th grade onwards both virtually and in Portland, OR. I’ve helped hundreds of students master complex material in history and social studies; sharpen their writing,...

Kylie K. Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kylie K.
100/hour

Portland, OR

Test Prep and Academic Tutor with 14 Years of Experience!

I have worked as an academic, test prep, and college admissions tutor for nearly fifteen years now, helping students prepare for the SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, and SSAT, as well as AP exams and standard coursework. I have been so amazed and inspired by the work ethic and determination of all of my students. I've seen them...

5.0 (2)
100/hour
22 hours tutoring

I have worked as an academic, test prep, and college admissions tutor for nearly fifteen years now, helping students prepare for the SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, and SSAT, as well as AP exams and standard coursework. I have been so amazed and inspired by the work ethic and determination of all of my students. I've seen them...

Nero A. Portland, OR, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nero A.
35/hour

Portland, OR

Multi-Disciplinary Exam Prep Tutor & Reading Comprehension Specialist

I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Concentration in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. During my final years as an undergraduate, I worked on campus as a supplemental instructor in Biology for Non-Bio Majors. After graduation, I attended Texas A&M College of Dentistry, where I...

5.0 (24)
35/hour
51 hours tutoring

I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Concentration in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. During my final years as an undergraduate, I worked on campus as a supplemental instructor in Biology for Non-Bio Majors. After graduation, I attended Texas A&M College of Dentistry, where I...

Here are even more great SAT Writing tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great SAT Writing tutors who offer online lessons.

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Aaron A.
480/hour

SAT Writing Specialist with a Systematic Approach

1. I helped increase students' SAT scores an average of 237 points for the Reading/Writing portions of the SAT. 2. In addition to traditional strategies, I have proprietary ones that I developed myself that have worked wonders for my students....

5.0 (993)
480/hour
2,781 hours tutoring
Response time: 13 minutes

1. I helped increase students' SAT scores an average of 237 points for the Reading/Writing portions of the SAT. 2. In addition to traditional strategies, I have proprietary ones that I developed myself that have worked wonders for my students....

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Jia L.
200/hour

Calc AB/BC, SAT Math, ACT Math, IB Math HL, Alg I/II, Trig, Pre-calc

In 2015, I graduated as a double major in Applied Mathematics and Quantitative Economics with double minors in Statistics and Education. In high school, I passed 8 AP exams and received 5's on Calc AB, Calc BC, Statistics, and Chinese. I have...

5.0 (1959)
200/hour
12,197 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutes

In 2015, I graduated as a double major in Applied Mathematics and Quantitative Economics with double minors in Statistics and Education. In high school, I passed 8 AP exams and received 5's on Calc AB, Calc BC, Statistics, and Chinese. I have...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Phillip P.
285/hour

PhD in Ed. Leadership with 8+ Years of Teaching & Tutoring Experience

I specialize in test preparation, writing, and properly using English grammatical conventions, all of which translate perfectly to SAT writing. Furthermore, I completed my dissertation without the assistance of an editor (which is rare),...

5.0 (930)
285/hour
3,264 hours tutoring
Response time: 46 minutes

I specialize in test preparation, writing, and properly using English grammatical conventions, all of which translate perfectly to SAT writing. Furthermore, I completed my dissertation without the assistance of an editor (which is rare),...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Abigail C.
320/hour

Perfect Score Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalc, Calculus & SAT Math Tutor

Ranked in the top 1% of Wyzant Tutors in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 My name is Abbey, and I would love to be your tutor. I have been tutoring for over 15 years. I am a former MIT student, and I graduated from UAlbany with a...

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5.0 (5110)
320/hour
16,294 hours tutoring
Response time: 28 minutes

Ranked in the top 1% of Wyzant Tutors in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 My name is Abbey, and I would love to be your tutor. I have been tutoring for over 15 years. I am a former MIT student, and I graduated from UAlbany with a...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Dana G.
140/hour

Patient and Enthusiastic English and Writing Tutor

Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high...

5.0 (77)
140/hour
265 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 minutes

Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Louise H.
250/hour

SAT/ACT Math Expert, Former Classroom Teacher

Louise is a results-obsessed SAT/ACT and math tutor with 15 years of classroom teaching and online tutoring experience. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a Bachelors Degree in Math and Computer Science and then went to Columbia...

5.0 (554)
250/hour
1,652 hours tutoring

Louise is a results-obsessed SAT/ACT and math tutor with 15 years of classroom teaching and online tutoring experience. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a Bachelors Degree in Math and Computer Science and then went to Columbia...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Barbara B.
59/hour

Boston College/ Harvard SAT/ACT/ISEE/SSAT/College App Success

One of the most wonderful aspects of teaching is that no matter how often I teach or read something, students will still find something new in it to teach me. Teaching is finding out what really matters to the student and approaching the subject...

5.0 (383)
59/hour
1,523 hours tutoring

One of the most wonderful aspects of teaching is that no matter how often I teach or read something, students will still find something new in it to teach me. Teaching is finding out what really matters to the student and approaching the subject...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Jeffrey N.
100/hour

Yale/Cambridge/Berkeley Graduate for Counseling and Writing

[I appreciate all inquiries and respond promptly to inquiries, but not mass emails to multiple tutors.] Dr. Jeffrey was a university lecturer and tutor from 2003-2017. He has helped students of all ages, including secondary school, college,...

5.0 (247)
100/hour
510 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutes

[I appreciate all inquiries and respond promptly to inquiries, but not mass emails to multiple tutors.] Dr. Jeffrey was a university lecturer and tutor from 2003-2017. He has helped students of all ages, including secondary school, college,...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Marianne B.
165/hour

Expert College Essay Consultant & Academic Writing Specialist

As one of Wyzant's highest-performing writing tutors, I successfully guide students toward writing that is vivid, concise, and polished by showing them science-backed ways to write clearly for a reader. My students learn to analyze their...

5.0 (1783)
165/hour
6,509 hours tutoring

As one of Wyzant's highest-performing writing tutors, I successfully guide students toward writing that is vivid, concise, and polished by showing them science-backed ways to write clearly for a reader. My students learn to analyze their...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Lindsey K.
150/hour

Phenomenal ACT / SAT Tutor

"Phenomenal!" With my scores of 1580 SAT and 35 ACT, and with my experience guiding students and families, I am uniquely well prepared to help you reach your goals. My students' average improvement is 3x that achieved by other providers....

5.0 (164)
150/hour
1,184 hours tutoring

"Phenomenal!" With my scores of 1580 SAT and 35 ACT, and with my experience guiding students and families, I am uniquely well prepared to help you reach your goals. My students' average improvement is 3x that achieved by other providers....

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Ricky H.
120/hour

Physics & Math Tutor, Columbia Grad, 15+ Years of Experience

Hi! I'm Ricky, and I love teaching! I have a B.A. in Physics, an M.A. in Math Education, and over 15 years of teaching experience, formerly as a classroom teacher and now as an independent tutor. I specialize in the following subjects: Physics...

5.0 (711)
120/hour
1,567 hours tutoring
Response time: 16 minutes

Hi! I'm Ricky, and I love teaching! I have a B.A. in Physics, an M.A. in Math Education, and over 15 years of teaching experience, formerly as a classroom teacher and now as an independent tutor. I specialize in the following subjects: Physics...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Anna C.
485/hour

SAT/ACT Prep Expert. 10 Years Experience. 99th Percentile Scorers

I have helped hundreds students boost their SAT & ACT scores! Many of my students now attend schools including Yale, Cornell, and the U.S. Naval Academy. These results come from hundreds of hours of experience breaking down SAT and ACT problems...

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5.0 (2891)
485/hour
5,074 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutes

I have helped hundreds students boost their SAT & ACT scores! Many of my students now attend schools including Yale, Cornell, and the U.S. Naval Academy. These results come from hundreds of hours of experience breaking down SAT and ACT problems...

Near Portland, OR Tutoring
Tim C.
45/hour

K-12 Reading/Writing/grammar/SAT/ACT/TESL/Coll. app essays /Job INT

SAT Writing involves mustering the basics of the structure of composition, understanding and recognizing typical grammar errors, and utilizing a sophisticated level of vocabulary (in the essay section).

4.8 (1709)
45/hour
11,035 hours tutoring

SAT Writing involves mustering the basics of the structure of composition, understanding and recognizing typical grammar errors, and utilizing a sophisticated level of vocabulary (in the essay section).

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Sarah really improved my 10th grade son's English essay writing skills with a methodical, supportive and encouraging style. She also went over SAT writing/reading material to make it understandable and engaging for him. Patient and practical, Sarah is an excellent teacher with outstanding expertise. She boosted my son's self-confidence in writing and I would highly recommend her as a tutor for any student.
Desh B.

5 lessons

Barbara prepared for my son's sessions diligently. She focused on his weak spots and then designed tutoring materials to help him improve. His SAT Writing Scores increased by 100 points and we expect even better results next time. My son and I both highly recommend Barbara as a tutor.
Dan C.

1 lesson

Tony went over strategies for the SAT writing prompt including taking a few minutes to brainstorm and make a brief outline. Then he gave a sample prompt to work through. Very helpful!
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