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The Best SAT Writing Tutors in San Marcos, CA

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Jill M. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jill M.
100/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

Specialist in Reading, Writing & Essay Sections

Over four years of experience tutoring students on SAT writing and reading. I have worked with students at both the high school and college level to help them improve their standardized test scores. Additionally, I have experience grading standardized tests, and understand the expectations of these tests.

4.9 (484)
100/hour
2,575 hours tutoring

Over four years of experience tutoring students on SAT writing and reading. I have worked with students at both the high school and college level to help them improve their standardized test scores. Additionally, I have experience grading standardized tests, and understand the expectations of these tests.

Briana T. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Briana T.
50/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

Stanford University graduate - multi-subject experienced tutor/teacher

I am a recent graduate of Stanford University with a BA in Human Biology and a minor in Spanish. I also graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine with a MS in Microbiology & Immunology. Currently I am a doctoral student at the University of California San Diego. I absolutely love learning and believe that...

5.0 (257)
50/hour
778 hours tutoring

I am a recent graduate of Stanford University with a BA in Human Biology and a minor in Spanish. I also graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine with a MS in Microbiology & Immunology. Currently I am a doctoral student at the University of California San Diego. I absolutely love learning and believe that...

Alex S. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alex S.
75/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

Master's From Stanford

I hold a master's degree in Symbolic Systems from Stanford University and a bachelor's degree in Economics & Business from Colorado College. I have discovered the secret recipe to make learning enjoyable and memorable. I have spent almost a decade teaching college courses. As a strategist, and tutor, I specialize in...

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4.7 (208)
75/hour
1,036 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutes

I hold a master's degree in Symbolic Systems from Stanford University and a bachelor's degree in Economics & Business from Colorado College. I have discovered the secret recipe to make learning enjoyable and memorable. I have spent almost a decade teaching college courses. As a strategist, and tutor, I specialize in...

Jim V. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jim V.
50/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

Patient and Persistent Professor for Accounting and Finance Tutoring

Hello all, I am an adjunct professor at two local universities. I have an MS degree, have completed coursework in an MBA program, and I have undergraduate degrees in both Business Administration and Psychology. I have both classroom and online teaching and tutoring experience. My preference is to take a friendly...

4.9 (523)
50/hour
2,070 hours tutoring

Hello all, I am an adjunct professor at two local universities. I have an MS degree, have completed coursework in an MBA program, and I have undergraduate degrees in both Business Administration and Psychology. I have both classroom and online teaching and tutoring experience. My preference is to take a friendly...

Rachel L. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rachel L.
35/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

Experienced Tutor in High School Math, SAT prep

Hi! My name is Rachel and I am a current undergraduate student studying General Biology at UC San Diego. I have 3 years of experience with tutoring one-on-one on Zoom through my high school's Peer and Alumni Tutoring Program. I have tutored subjects such as High School Algebra, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, Latin, and...

4.7 (3)
35/hour
19 hours tutoring

Hi! My name is Rachel and I am a current undergraduate student studying General Biology at UC San Diego. I have 3 years of experience with tutoring one-on-one on Zoom through my high school's Peer and Alumni Tutoring Program. I have tutored subjects such as High School Algebra, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, Latin, and...

Avril P. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Avril P.
80/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

BCG Consultant & Dual-Masters Grad Available to Tutor

Hello! I’m currently a Consultant at Boston Consulting Group, where I specialize in strategic planning and execution across diverse sectors, including education. Holding a dual-degree (MBA/MPP) from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor with a perfect 4.0 GPA in both Business and Public Policy, and a 4.0...

4.8 (49)
80/hour
324 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutes

Hello! I’m currently a Consultant at Boston Consulting Group, where I specialize in strategic planning and execution across diverse sectors, including education. Holding a dual-degree (MBA/MPP) from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor with a perfect 4.0 GPA in both Business and Public Policy, and a 4.0...

Danielle H. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Danielle H.
25/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

Writing & College Essay Coach, Professor Elevating Your Success

Hello, I look forward to helping you excel. :) I'm a professor coaching crucial writing: academic, scholarship, college, grad school applications, and younger learners. I have taught college, grad school, and high school, and serve as admissions/scholarships committee member as well as college essay coach for a company...

5.0 (10)
25/hour
18 hours tutoring

Hello, I look forward to helping you excel. :) I'm a professor coaching crucial writing: academic, scholarship, college, grad school applications, and younger learners. I have taught college, grad school, and high school, and serve as admissions/scholarships committee member as well as college essay coach for a company...

JOE R. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
JOE R.
55/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

CBEST-Certified Tutor • Math, English & Science Success Coach

Hello Students & Parents, I recently passed the CBEST (California Basic Educational Skills Test) on June 11, 2025, with a total score of 181 (Reading: 62, Mathematics: 72, Writing: 47). For context, the passing requirement is a total score of 123 or a minimum of 41 in each section. With over 31 years of tutoring...

5.0 (25)
55/hour
123 hours tutoring

Hello Students & Parents, I recently passed the CBEST (California Basic Educational Skills Test) on June 11, 2025, with a total score of 181 (Reading: 62, Mathematics: 72, Writing: 47). For context, the passing requirement is a total score of 123 or a minimum of 41 in each section. With over 31 years of tutoring...

Angel L. Near San Marcos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Angel L.
35/hour

Near San Marcos, CA

Experienced Tutor Specializing in SAT Prep, Chemistry, and Math

Hi, I'm Angel! I'm an undergraduate at UCSD studying General Biology. I have a few years of experience tutoring middle and high school students in subjects like AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Algebra, and Calculus, as well as essay editing and PSAT or SAT Prep (Math or Reading). I have also worked as a Teacher's Assistant...

5.0 (5)
35/hour
7 hours tutoring

Hi, I'm Angel! I'm an undergraduate at UCSD studying General Biology. I have a few years of experience tutoring middle and high school students in subjects like AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Algebra, and Calculus, as well as essay editing and PSAT or SAT Prep (Math or Reading). I have also worked as a Teacher's Assistant...

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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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
11,033 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).

Near San Marcos, CA Tutoring
Robert D.
140/hour

Writing, Reading, and Philosophy Tutor

Growing up, I had an interest in learning about the world. As a teenager, I discovered the richness and open-ended possibility contained in the field of philosophy, which studies large-scale questions that are often not covered in other subjects....

5.0 (209)
140/hour
720 hours tutoring
Response time: 45 minutes

Growing up, I had an interest in learning about the world. As a teenager, I discovered the richness and open-ended possibility contained in the field of philosophy, which studies large-scale questions that are often not covered in other subjects....

Near San Marcos, CA 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 (75)
140/hour
264 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 San Marcos, CA Tutoring
Gail G.
250/hour

2400 SAT, Experienced HS Teacher, Pomona/Stanford Grad

I scored a perfect 2400 on my own SAT, and I can guide you to success at SAT Writing. We'll create a plan for your unique strengths, needs, interests, and learning style. I am experienced at tutoring all SAT sections and have a...

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5.0 (455)
250/hour
2,209 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

I scored a perfect 2400 on my own SAT, and I can guide you to success at SAT Writing. We'll create a plan for your unique strengths, needs, interests, and learning style. I am experienced at tutoring all SAT sections and have a...

Near San Marcos, CA 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
1,183 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 San Marcos, CA Tutoring
Hanees H.
98/hour

Experienced Guidance to Master your SAT Writing

With over 20 years of experience in SAT prep, I specialize in helping students master the Writing section with confidence and precision. I teach proven strategies for analyzing passages, understanding tone and structure, and answering questions...

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5.0 (396)
98/hour
1,098 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutes

With over 20 years of experience in SAT prep, I specialize in helping students master the Writing section with confidence and precision. I teach proven strategies for analyzing passages, understanding tone and structure, and answering questions...

Near San Marcos, CA 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
3,263 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 San Marcos, CA 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...

5.0 (2890)
485/hour
5,069 hours tutoring
Response time: 52 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 San Marcos, CA Tutoring
Evan W.
139/hour

Pro in SAT Writing with 10+ Years Experience

I got my start at Huntington Learning Center and Perfect Score Academy. I taught on the floor, in a classroom and one-on-one. I break down the question types and how to tailor the best strategies to each student. I then learned the Tier One...

5.0 (2057)
139/hour
10,187 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

I got my start at Huntington Learning Center and Perfect Score Academy. I taught on the floor, in a classroom and one-on-one. I break down the question types and how to tailor the best strategies to each student. I then learned the Tier One...

Near San Marcos, CA 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
12,193 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 San Marcos, CA Tutoring
Chelsea L.
195/hour

Experienced Test Prep (GRE, SAT, ACT, GED) and Math/Statistics Tutor

I have a Master's degree in psychology from New York University and extensive experience teaching and tutoring hundreds of high school, undergraduate, and graduate-level students in test preparation (GRE/SAT), Statistics, and Psychology. I have...

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5.0 (497)
195/hour
2,745 hours tutoring

I have a Master's degree in psychology from New York University and extensive experience teaching and tutoring hundreds of high school, undergraduate, and graduate-level students in test preparation (GRE/SAT), Statistics, and Psychology. I have...

Near San Marcos, CA Tutoring
Sarah H.
119/hour

SAT Writing Pro

My students typically see dramatic improvement within three months--100-300 points, depending on their starting point. I have a specific system that results in success, and my students generally have a good time working with me too!!

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5.0 (1730)
119/hour
3,738 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutes

My students typically see dramatic improvement within three months--100-300 points, depending on their starting point. I have a specific system that results in success, and my students generally have a good time working with me too!!

Near San Marcos, CA Tutoring
Brandy C.
145/hour

ACT/SAT/GRE Reading, Writing, Study Skills Tutor with Master's Degree

Ace your standardized tests! I earned a 170/170 on the GRE Verbal Reasoning and 5.5/6 on GRE Analytic Writing. I got there by applying dedicated study habits and effective testing strategies, as well as improving critical reading, grammar,...

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5.0 (430)
145/hour
1,759 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

Ace your standardized tests! I earned a 170/170 on the GRE Verbal Reasoning and 5.5/6 on GRE Analytic Writing. I got there by applying dedicated study habits and effective testing strategies, as well as improving critical reading, grammar,...

Near San Marcos, CA Tutoring
James P.
65/hour

Test-proven success in SAT Writing

A twenty-year academic professional, I was Teacher of the Year in the Alameda Unified School District. My students excelled in writing after completing their year with me. If anything, I know how to prepare writers, being one myself!

5.0 (1017)
65/hour
3,585 hours tutoring

A twenty-year academic professional, I was Teacher of the Year in the Alameda Unified School District. My students excelled in writing after completing their year with me. If anything, I know how to prepare writers, being one myself!

Near San Marcos, CA 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 (5109)
320/hour
16,277 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 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 San Marcos, CA Tutoring
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 (991)
480/hour
2,779 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 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....

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Liza L.

5 lessons

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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