The Best SAT Tutors in Portola Valley, CA

Been tutoring students in SATs and ACTs, for both Math and Reading, for the past 4 years and have posted 300 to 400 point increases on average. I try to provide the underlying conceptual context for how to solve the types of problems that students will normally face, and then go over tricks and shortcuts that can...See Mayank's full profile

We all have gone through one or several; it’s a process that is easy for others and hard for others. I strive to make it as easy as possible. I offer tutoring for SAT, ACT, SAT II Subject Tests, PSAT, TOEFL, MCAT, PCAT, LSAT, GMAT, GRE, and GRE Chemistry. I have taken some of the highly requested tests...See PATRICK's full profile

Welcome to my page. I have an MS degree in Electrical Engineering, with focus on Mixed Signal IC designing, from San Jose State University. I also have a BS degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur - a university that is known widely for a tough joint entrance...See Soumendra's full profile

As a TA for some of the introductory engineering classes, I can assist with any questions relating to process control, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat & mass transfer. I have worked with HS students - helping boost their SAT math scores by 150 points and aiding their application to Ivy League and other...See Austin's full profile

I've been tutoring students in Math and Programming ever since I was a senior in high school. As a student who has recently graduated high school, I understand the types of questions that are asked on the SATs, ACTs, and AP exams, and I can provide the techniques needed to break down those tricky questions...See Goral's full profile

I graduated from college with a B.S. in biological science and a 3.997 GPA. I took many advanced math courses in high school, including AP Calculus BC which I scored a 5 on. I scored a 790 on the math section of the SAT. I helped many fellow classmates and their siblings with math homework in high school. See Jonah's full profile

Andrew here! My tutoring experience began back in high school, where I had the privilege of being a peer group tutor for students in my high school's AVID program for two years. In the classroom, I worked directly with students in small groups of 4-5 at a time on Algebra I, II, and geometry. I observed how grateful the...See Andrew's full profile

I have thousands of hours of standardized test prep tutoring experience, hundreds specifically with SAT Writing. I can help you understand not only the grammar rules and concepts covered in this section, but the best strategies to maximize your score! I like to take a detailed, analytical approach to the...See Kevin's full profile

The key to studying for the SAT Math section is to get an SAT practice book and work on as many problems as possible. Those practice books contain the right mix of geometry, algebra, probability, etc. I usually work through such books with my SAT math students, giving them supplemental information...See Jeffrey's full profile

I also co-authored 2 papers on Large Language Models that were archivally published in ICLR and ICLR DMLR. I scored a 1570 on the SAT the first and only time I took the test. I have been certified through TutorDoctor to help students prepare for their SAT. Let's work together to beat CollegeBoard!...See Mario's full profile

I earned a 1600 on my SAT and a 36 on my ACT in high school. I regularly tutor math and work at Stanford as a theoretical physicist.See Adel's full profile

...assistant in college. I specialize in Math and Science subjects (Probability/Statistics, Algebra, Pre-algebra, Precalculus, Geometry, and Chemistry) as well as SAT/PSAT tutoring (specifically Math and Writing sections). Currently, I work as a Senior Data Scientist at a Fortune 5 company and used to work as a management...See Daisy's full profile

SAT Reading is a great subject. It demands working on your vocabulary, critical thinking and reading quickness. I like to work the challenge by breaking it down in categories of questions and working carefully in each one. See Felipe's full profile

Earned a 1550 on the SAT, and placed 99th percentile on several PSAT's. National Merit Winner.See Julia's full profile

I achieved a perfect 800/800 on the SAT Math section after starting at 620, a 180-point improvement through self-study techniques I now teach to students. My self-developed techniques identify the unique patterns, shortcuts, and test-taking strategies that the SAT uses to trip up students, methods...See Theodore's full profile

Hello, I’m a dedicated tutor with a strong background in science and technology, holding a B.S. in Biology from UC Davis and an M.S. in Biotechnology from Stanford. I specialize in teaching science and mathematics, helping students build a deep understanding of complex concepts. Beyond academics, my love for...See Sean's full profile

For several hours a week for the entire 2014-2015 school year, I worked closely with a small group of students to ensure they received exceptional grades on the New York State Regents and the SAT Chemistry exams. Since entering New York University in the fall of 2015, I have continued to volunteer my time to tutor...See Elijah's full profile

Greetings! My passion for teaching and my love for science have driven me to excel in the world of education. With nearly fifteen years of teaching and tutoring expertise, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in the world of education. My strengths lie in problem-solving, teamwork, and creating...See Fedja's full profile

But more importantly, I focus on passion, critical thinking skills, and asking questions that go above and beyond the words on a page. That's the point of education right? Also, I LOVE SAT test prep and assisting with college applications. I've been told numerous times by both students and parents...See Leon's full profile

AP chemistry is usually an easier course to approach due to the plethora of information available online and the types of questions on the test administered by CollegeBoard. The SAT chemistry subject test is easier for some students because of the simple question types and shorter proctored test time. Although it...See Julie's full profile

I have completed a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell, where I have appeared on the Dean's List for multiple semesters. Currently, I am pursuing a Masters of Engineering in Computer Science at Cornell. I attended Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology for high school. At Cornell, I...See Pranav's full profile

I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University with a degree in Engineering Physics, ranking near the top of my class. I went on to earn my M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University, followed by postdoctoral research at one of MIT’s top engineering labs. My academic journey has given me a...See Jay's full profile

Hi, I'm Dana, and I have been tutoring for over 10 years! Since earning my Bachelor's Degree in English (minor in Teaching) at U.C. Davis, I have taught English grammar, reading and writing in classrooms, small groups and one-on-one settings to a wide variety of ages and abilities. My students have ranged from young,...See Dana's full profile

...Engineers. Also, having progressed as a high schooler in the Bay Area, I know firsthand the difficulties of navigating high school examinations including the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. I have achieved exceptional scores on such standardized exams, including: PSAT: 1440, ACT: 35, AP Physics 1: 5, AP Physics 2: 4, AP Calculus...See Brandon's full profile

Scored a 1560 on Sat (790 math/770 reading) Been helping students improve their scores for four yearsSee Devan's full profile