The Best ACT Tutors in San Mateo, CA

I have been a private ACT tutor in the Bay Area and NYC for over 10 years. Many of my students have seen rapid score increases from 2-6 points within 6 months. I develop a strategic plan from a diagnostic test to rapidly increase their score and understanding.See Arjun's full profile

...Precalculus) - Core middle and high school math (Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Integrated Math 1–3, Probability Theory) - Standardized test prep (SAT, ACT, GRE Math) I've worked with students with dyslexia and ADHD as well. Please reach out if you are interested in working together....See Cody'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

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

Struggling with physics or math? You're not alone. I'm an Ivy League physics grad and former USC PhD researcher who knows how challenging these subjects can be. I break down intimidating topics into clear, manageable steps. My goal is to turn your frustration into confidence, whether you're preparing for a final exam or...See Isabella'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....See Beatriz's full profile

My specialties include college level calculus (including differential equations and multivariable calculus), linear algebra, and physics, AP Physics, AP Calculus, precalculus, SAT, ACT, ASVAB math prep, GRE math prep, Pre-algebra, algebra, plane geometry, and analytic (e.g., Cartesian) geometry. I teach online...See Jeffrey's full profile

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...See Brandon's full profile

Dr. Jeffrey W. has taught English and Comparative Literature at UC Berkeley and UC Davis for fourteen years. He has tutored students to prepare for the ACT and SAT since 2015. Jeffrey holds an undergraduate degree from Yale University, a Masters from the Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley, an MPhil from the...See Jeffrey's full profile

I am a professional SAG/AFTRA actor with years of training in New York. I also studied acting in University. I have appeared in numerous commercials, TV shows, and Soap operas and currently have agents in New York and San Fransisco. I have also taught acting and theater to students in Summer Programs.See Leon's full profile

When I began tutoring a few years ago, I firmly believed that anyone could do well in mathematics, all the way through Calculus, provided you are relatively fluent in a few formulas and make time for regular problem sets. My experience over that time has only confirmed my suspicions, and its has been a great pleasure to...See Charles's full profile

Hello, I’m Jonathan! I’m an incoming dental student at the University of California, San Francisco and a Spring 2026 magna cum laude graduate of the University of Florida. I tutor DAT prep as well as science more broadly, especially Biology, General Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry. I work with pre-dental students,...See Jonathan's full profile

Hi, I’m Theodore! I'm a third-year Computer Engineering and Data Science student at Cal Poly SLO with a perfect 4.0 GPA. I am also an incoming Software Engineer at Amazon, and I bring over seven years of tutoring experience in math, science, and SAT prep. Why Choose Me? ✔ SAT Math Expert – Scored a perfect 800...See Theodore's full profile

Tutoring is an act of observation. It succeeds where normal instruction fails because it is geared toward a student's particular strengths. My best experiences as a tutor have been with the students who needed me most, learning how they needed to learn. I have been a tutor in one setting or another since...See Francesca's full profile

Hi, I'm Nghia, a dedicated tutor with a Harvard PhD (4.0 GPA) and a passion for making Computer Science, Math, and Biology intuitive and engaging. With summa cum laude dual degrees (4.0 GPA) in Mathematics and Microbiology, I know how challenging these subjects can be - and how exciting they become when taught...See Nghia's full profile

Proven Results • SAT Math: Average +130 points, some students up to +230 • AP Calculus BC: 100% scored 5 • AP Calculus AB: 70%+ scored 5 About Me I’m Chee, affectionately called “Mr. Chee” by my students. With 30+ years of teaching experience and degrees from University Putra Malaysia, UConn, and...See Chee's full profile

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics and a PhD in Materials Science and Scientific Computing, complemented by a background as a Rocket Scientist at NASA. My extensive expertise in physics and mathematics forms a robust foundation for my tutoring. With a results-driven focus and a compassionate understanding of...See Lucy's full profile

36 on ACT English and Writing portionsSee Ariya's full profile

Hi, I'm Caitlin! I'm a data scientist with a background in maths and computer science, based in SF. I've been tutoring since 2017, helping students master topics ranging from algebra and calculus to Python and machine learning. I love breaking down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps, and my approach...See Caitlin's full profile

5+ years of ACT tutoring with a good track record of improving students’ test scores.See Isabella's full profile

ACT math is NOT tricky. It tests basic math knowledge and its applications. I have helped students improve their scores at ACT math by analyzing their errors. Being aware of their weaknesses is the first major step towards better scores. Once the students notice their own patterns, they can avoid making the...See Heng's full profile

I've worked with students for ACT test preparation for several years. I deeply enjoy helping students understand the concepts so that they can feel confident going into the exam. I've helped students set ambitious goals and then chart a path forward to achieve their desired score. I scored a 35 overall...See David's full profile

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

Don't let a math class keep you from achieving your goals--let me help! I am a grad student in Mathematics, currently taking a break from classes. I also have a B.S. in Secondary Math Education. Although I am very skilled at many different types of math, more importantly I am very able to help YOU become skilled in...See Paige's full profile

I realize this may sound weird considering how stressful it is for most people, but the college admissions process was some of the best fun I had in my life. I loved every aspect of it, from pulling all nighters for my Honors/AP classes to stacking my schedule with enrichment activities to grinding out those seeming...See Aaron's full profile