The Best ACT Reading Tutors in San Mateo, CA

As an English Language Arts teacher and tutor, and an avid and broad-ranging reader, I can teach students strategies for performing their best on the ACT reading section. The reading section is challenging. Students have to read quickly and efficiently in order to get through all of the questions in the allotted...See Marie's full profile

Hi everyone! My name is Marilyn, and I'm a Senior at Vanderbilt University studying Computer Science and Medicine Health & Society. Outside of my work in software engineering, I enjoy painting and watching movies. A few notable facts about me: I've had 7 years of tutoring experience, both private and group I am a...See Marilyn's full profile

Tired of not understanding what's going on in your math and science classes? Want to understand the material better before your final? Need to prepare for the SAT, ACT, GRE, or MCAT? Want guidance as you navigate the overwhelming college or graduate school admissions process? I can help you! I earned my Ph.D. and M.S....See Beatriz's full profile

I have been tutoring since 2005 in various subjects such as high school and college math, SAT/ACT test prep, high school and college biology including chemistry and physics. My education is in Molecular and Cell Biology from University of California Berkeley (UCB). I received a Masters of Science in Applied Anatomy and...See Yanina's full profile

I have over 1000 hours of experience tutoring the ACT. For the reading section, I believe it's crucial to understand the structure of ACT reading passages, the types of questions commonly asked, and how to read to find the answers to questions. See Kevin's full profile

I have worked with students from grades 3-12 although I specialize in ACT prep and most commonly work with high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. My ACT Math score: 30 My ACT Science score: 31 My ACT English score: 35 My ACT Reading score: 35 Additionally, I often work with students regarding English,...See Ariel'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

I earned a B.A. in American Studies with a concentration in law, government, and political policy in June 2011 from Stanford and am a Castilleja alum. I adore working with the gifted and talented and interned at an Innovation Endeavors startup. My framework consists of my work at Stanford Law School Career Services where...See Hannah's full profile

Hi! I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at Stanford University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cornell University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. I have 8+ years of tutoring experience for a variety of backgrounds and subjects. As a teaching assistant, I have experience working with students helping...See Austin's full profile

Hello, Welcome to my profile. I am a former high school English teacher, currently teaching in private. I have a openings for one-on-one sessions, but am also open to forming Homework Pods of two to three students. I have been teaching and tutoring for over five years now. I can help you or your student with all ELA...See Ludka's full profile

Are you struggling in a difficult course and need some guidance? I typically work with high school and college students primarily in math, physics, chemistry, and statistics. I have a BS in math and physics from Yale and a PhD in statistical physics from Harvard. I'm excellent at being able to explain challenging...See Raphael's full profile

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--Introduction and Background-- I'm a patient, easy-going, and professional math tutor based in San Francisco, passionate about helping students gain confidence in math. With a Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering from Santa Clara University (2016) and recent success in the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam, I...See John's full profile

I have MS in Organic Chemistry and during my time in school I tutored students in Chemistry and various other subjects. I was a Teaching Assistant for the 3 years during my masters and enjoyed teaching. It gave me an opportunity to not only improve my teaching style, but it was a challenging experience. In a class...See PATRICK'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

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

Hi, I'm Amanda! I’m a seasoned test prep instructor with over a decade of experience in private and small group tutoring, specializing in SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT. Additionally, I offer math tutoring, ranging from algebra to calculus, to students of various levels—middle school through college, and adults. I hold a...See Amanda's full profile

Hello! I am currently a PhD student in San Francisco, California, studying epidemiology and biostatistics. My research areas include infectious disease and social epidemiology. I received my BA in Psychology from Reed College and my MPH in Epidemiology from University of New Mexico. I also studied anatomy and physiology...See Maia's full profile

Greetings Students and Families! It is very nice to meet you! I am looking forward to tutor you, and I have an extensive teaching and tutoring background. As an undergraduate I tutored extensively in both political science and computer science which were my two majors. After graduating from college, I obtained an MS...See Luqman's full profile

My practice promotes critical and investigative learning, engaging students with thought-provoking questions and cross-subject connections, and giving students tools to think independently. My approach is patient and judgment-free, with the goal of sparking curiosity. Much of my current work is centered on giving...See Arjun's full profile

I am passionate about teaching and enjoy helping students learn and succeed. I completed my Masters degree from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore in Mechanical Engineering in 1975. I also have a Masters degree in Business Administration in 1990. I have teaching experience in Math (Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus,...See Panchapagesan's full profile

I regularly see students get large, quick score gains on the Reading section. The passages are all eighth-grade level, unlike the SAT's historical-document passages, and the questions themselves are also easier. The problem with ACT Reading, as with the other sections of the ACT, is limited time....See Darren's full profile

I graduated from Trinity College in 2022 double majoring in Mechanical Engineer and Physics with a 3.5 GPA. During my time in college, I was able to serve as a teaching assistant for several math and physics courses and was given an award of excellence for my student teaching. I have been tutoring math since my sophomore...See Isabella'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

I am a medical student at the Tulane University School of Medicine and have over eight years of experience in tutoring subjects including science, writing, math, college test prep, and proofreading. My teaching style focuses on setting personal goals for each student and steadily raising the bar. I am always open to...See Deeya's full profile