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You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ and social media influencer which allows me to quickly connect with...
You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ and social media influencer which allows me to quickly connect with...
Leon is young enough to be able to make great connections with kids, and smart enough to really get the best out of them. He was incredibly flexible and able to work on projects my son was struggling with at school. Leon is able ... - Kristin

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"You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." ~Clay P. Bedford I earned a Ph.D. doing Genetics research at the University of Utah. Knowledge is always fascinating to me: a concept is not just a concept,...
"You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." ~Clay P. Bedford I earned a Ph.D. doing Genetics research at the University of Utah. Knowledge is always fascinating to me: a concept is not just a concept,...
Heng distinguished herself as a truly first rate teacher. Her academic credentials are outstanding. What is more important is her caring and nurturing style where she seeks out the children's strengths to create a dynamic learni... - David, 41 lessons with Heng

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Although the Digital SAT now combines Reading and Writing into a single scored section, I prepare students for each component separately — because they are separate skills that require separate preparation. SAT Writing content covers the grammar, rhetoric, and language conventions component specifically. The...
Although the Digital SAT now combines Reading and Writing into a single scored section, I prepare students for each component separately — because they are separate skills that require separate preparation. SAT Writing content covers the grammar, rhetoric, and language conventions component specifically. The...
I've had multiple sessions with Amanda B. and I can honestly say that she is great tutor and reasonably priced. She takes her time and is caring in making sure you understand what is being taught. - Matthew, 84 lessons with Amanda

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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...
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...

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Hello! I am a certified K–12 Spanish teacher and have worked as a professional tutor since 2009. I began studying Spanish in 2000 and completed two semester-long study abroad programs in Spain and Ecuador as part of my degree in the Teaching of Spanish. I work best with students who want more than homework help —...
Hello! I am a certified K–12 Spanish teacher and have worked as a professional tutor since 2009. I began studying Spanish in 2000 and completed two semester-long study abroad programs in Spain and Ecuador as part of my degree in the Teaching of Spanish. I work best with students who want more than homework help —...
Bridget does a fantastic job helping my daughter with Algebra 2 homework and test prep! She is excellent at giving her examples of math problems to help practice for difficult concepts. My daughter has been able to keep up in a c... - Erika, 78 lessons with Bridget

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I began taking the SAT in 7th grade and have taken it at least 6 times in my lifetime. My highest score in writing is a 750 and I scored a 2260 overall as a high schooler. I've also taught test prep courses professionally, so I have experience relaying important strategies for taking the SAT and ACT in addition to the...
I began taking the SAT in 7th grade and have taken it at least 6 times in my lifetime. My highest score in writing is a 750 and I scored a 2260 overall as a high schooler. I've also taught test prep courses professionally, so I have experience relaying important strategies for taking the SAT and ACT in addition to the...
Cody has excellent Math skills and is great at evoking understanding in others. He has a great pace and is very patient. I'm more confident about my Calc exam after our very first session. - Chris

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My intuitive, common-sense approach to standardized tests has helped numerous students earn top scores in both math and verbal. I emphasize understanding rather than memorization: Instead of just giving you rules and formulas to remember, I help you figure out why they make sense. I am also very adaptable and can make my...
My intuitive, common-sense approach to standardized tests has helped numerous students earn top scores in both math and verbal. I emphasize understanding rather than memorization: Instead of just giving you rules and formulas to remember, I help you figure out why they make sense. I am also very adaptable and can make my...
John is absolutley amazing and exceptionally helpful. He excels in making concepts easy to understand. John is very patient and has an incredible ability to assess areas of weakness and tailor his approach according to his student... - Eugene, 25 lessons with John

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As an English Language Arts teacher and tutor, avid and broad-ranging reader, and high-scorer on the SAT verbal section, I can teach you strategies for performing your absolute best on the SAT reading, English and written essay sections. When I took the SAT in the late 1980's, I scored 720 out of 800 on the combined...
As an English Language Arts teacher and tutor, avid and broad-ranging reader, and high-scorer on the SAT verbal section, I can teach you strategies for performing your absolute best on the SAT reading, English and written essay sections. When I took the SAT in the late 1980's, I scored 720 out of 800 on the combined...
Marie is an outstanding tutor who had an excellent rapport with my son. She is very caring and patient and makes sure that the needs of her students are met. When I was looking for a tutor for my son, I was impressed with Marie's ... - Cynthia, 7 lessons with Marie

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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,...
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,...
Dana is the most brilliant English teacher my daughter ever had! Dana is extremely patient, organized and detailed. She always makes sure my daughter understands everything during class. My daughter started taking grammar class wi... - Qidan, 30 lessons with Dana

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...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 SAT Writing 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 SAT Writing test....

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Dr. Jeffrey is a university lecturer, Scholastic judge, and published writer. He is currently a Teacher of Special Programs at Berkeley School of Education. He was a Scholastic competition writing judge in 2025 and selected to be one of one of the teaching fellows in the California Writing Project, KQED (National Public...
Dr. Jeffrey is a university lecturer, Scholastic judge, and published writer. He is currently a Teacher of Special Programs at Berkeley School of Education. He was a Scholastic competition writing judge in 2025 and selected to be one of one of the teaching fellows in the California Writing Project, KQED (National Public...
I had an outstanding experience working with Jeffrey. He is not only professional and easy to work with, but also deeply knowledgeable in his field. His guidance as an editor and writing coach was invaluable—he made the entire pro... - Michael Joseph, 3 lessons with Jeffrey

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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...
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...

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My name is Arjun. I provide in person tutoring in the San Francisco Bay Area or online tutoring with a flexible time and travel schedule. I work at Stanford, I hold a PhD in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelors in Mathematics-Statistics from Columbia University. Over the years, I have tutored...
My name is Arjun. I provide in person tutoring in the San Francisco Bay Area or online tutoring with a flexible time and travel schedule. I work at Stanford, I hold a PhD in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelors in Mathematics-Statistics from Columbia University. Over the years, I have tutored...

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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,...
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,...

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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...
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...

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As a high school English teacher for 9 years, grades 8-12, I taught expository and creative writing through writers’ workshops, Peter Elbow methodology, Frederick Crews methodology, timed (SAT, ACT) writing upon demand, and overall multiple drafting and revision processes. As a high school and middle...
As a high school English teacher for 9 years, grades 8-12, I taught expository and creative writing through writers’ workshops, Peter Elbow methodology, Frederick Crews methodology, timed (SAT, ACT) writing upon demand, and overall multiple drafting and revision processes. As a high school and middle...
Stephen is a "10!" We feel so fortunate to have found him to work with our freshman student across the board in many of his subjects. Stephen is patient and skilled. - Abra, 111 lessons with Stephen

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I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University with both my Bachelor's and Master's in Operations Research and Information Engineering (which is a combination of applied math, statistics, and CS) in a total span of only 4 years. I have an informal teaching style and want to get to know my students and make them feel...
I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University with both my Bachelor's and Master's in Operations Research and Information Engineering (which is a combination of applied math, statistics, and CS) in a total span of only 4 years. I have an informal teaching style and want to get to know my students and make them feel...
Daisy did such an amazing and thorough job of helping me prepare for my stochastic processes exam. I am so grateful for her detailed explanations and preparation of my review questions ahead of time. She was super flexible and acc... - Anonymous

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....
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....
If you are on the search for a tutor who is engaging, insightful, and passionate about their job, Aaron is the tutor for you. I’ve had Aaron as a tutor for both APUSH and the SAT reading portion. Aaron is like a walking, talking ... - Mehreen, 16 lessons with Aaron

When I was in high school, I scored a 1520 on the SAT (790 ELA/730 Math), and earned a National Merit Scholarship with an NMSQT Selection Index score of 222. I was also a semifinalist for the Connecticut Governor’s Scholars Award. I have been...
When I was in high school, I scored a 1520 on the SAT (790 ELA/730 Math), and earned a National Merit Scholarship with an NMSQT Selection Index score of 222. I was also a semifinalist for the Connecticut Governor’s Scholars Award. I have been...
I’m glad that I found Dana to tutor my son’s SAT English, she is knowledgeable and patient, she also focus on his weaknesses. We look forward ti have more lessons with Dana. - Pui Kei , 9 lessons with Dana

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),...
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),...
Phillip has been tutoring both my high school sons for the last year and a half. They are each different writers so I can write from the perspective of two different types of tutoring that Phillip provides. For my older son, he is... - Deborah, 34 lessons with Phillip

A writing teacher and tutor for 30 years, I've worked chiefly with university applicants since 2013. In addition to supporting them in crafting outstanding admissions essays, I've created a unique approach to help them tackle the reading and...
A writing teacher and tutor for 30 years, I've worked chiefly with university applicants since 2013. In addition to supporting them in crafting outstanding admissions essays, I've created a unique approach to help them tackle the reading and...
Jon was amazing from the first time I met with him. From day one, he brought enthusiasm, passion, and a genuine care for both me and my work that made all the difference in my writing process. The way he guided me throughout the e... - Nick, 46 lessons with Jonathan

As the founder of my own test prep business, I bring years of test prep strategy experience and a deep commitment to student success. I specialize in demystifying the SAT Writing section, breaking down complex grammar rules, punctuation and...
As the founder of my own test prep business, I bring years of test prep strategy experience and a deep commitment to student success. I specialize in demystifying the SAT Writing section, breaking down complex grammar rules, punctuation and...
Zary has been one of the best decisions I made while preparing for my Security+ certification. From the start, it was clear that he has a deep understanding of not only computers and cybersecurity, but also how the CompTIA exams a... - Stephen, 14 lessons with Zary

A professional writer for education companies like Scholastic, I have 7 years experience teaching students strategies to boost their scores—and confidence— on the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, and SHSAT. I also coach students in writing outstanding...
A professional writer for education companies like Scholastic, I have 7 years experience teaching students strategies to boost their scores—and confidence— on the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, and SHSAT. I also coach students in writing outstanding...
Carol is an exceptional tutor who not only markedly improved my daughter’s ISEE verbal scores in short three weeks, but also provided full-process guidance— test dates suggestions, targeted homework, and precise and constructive f... - Vitaly, 5 lessons with Carol

Wonderful tutor! Barbara has been an amazing tutor for my son who is a high school junior. She has been helping him prepare for the English/Writing section of the SAT exam and he was able to raise his score 200 points! We are thrilled with the...
Wonderful tutor! Barbara has been an amazing tutor for my son who is a high school junior. She has been helping him prepare for the English/Writing section of the SAT exam and he was able to raise his score 200 points! We are thrilled with the...
Barbara has been an amazing tutor for my son who is a high school junior. She has been helping him prepare for the English/Writing section of the SAT exam and he was able to raise his score 200 points! We are thrilled with the wor... - Leah, 9 lessons with Barbara

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,...
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,...
Working with Brandy has been such a gift for my son. She quickly understood his learning style and provided the affirmation and encouragement he needed beyond his usual network. Her insights helped him approach his college essay a... - Melissa, 5 lessons with Brandy
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