The Best SAT Tutors in Santa Monica, CA

I have taught the SAT Math section for 14+ years in both classroom and one-on-one tutoring environments. In the past, I have also designed curriculum centered around the SAT, including weekly lessons and mock tests, so I have a very strong knowledge of the format, style, and intentions of the exam. I have...See Stephen's full profile

I have scored a 780 (out of 800) on the SAT Korean subject test that involves writing, listening, and reading. I have prior experience as a translator, translating Korean to English, and vice-versa. I also have volunteered at an English Academy (영어학원 in Korean) in Korea, teaching students English in Korean.See Hwan's full profile

Hi, I'm Josh! As a junior in high school, I achieved a perfect SAT score; subsequently was accepted to Harvard, Columbia, Brown, and every other college I applied to; graduated from Yale; and decided to give back to help others master the intricacies of admissions testing! I've now been...See Josh's full profile

Prior to coaching independently, I tutored students on personal statements and supplemental college essays at a private tutoring company, in a public school Writing Center, and in a high school English Department - leading workshops, developing essay curricula, and tutoring one-on-one. As an SAT tutor at two test...See Alexandra's full profile

The SAT is a test that scares a lot of students, and for good reason! I break it down for my students on a section by section basis, and show them which areas to focus on for studying. I make sure they are familiar with all types of problems and I also show them tricks for handling some of the more difficult...See Jill's full profile

The majority of my work was to read and rate the essays that were submitted by students in their college applications. With this foundation, I have been able to teach students how to excel in the reading, language, and writing sections of the SAT for over 15 years. This work has also provided me with a distinctive...See John's full profile

I've been teaching SAT reading for almost 15 years. I've coached students to perfect scores on this section and to the 99+ percentile overall on the New SAT! I'm a pro at teaching reading comprehension and strategies for improving speed, comprehension and accuracy. See Brooke's full profile

I have been tutoring the math section of the SAT for over 20 years, helping students greatly improve their scores. Many of them have gained admission to top universities, including Yale, Harvard, Brown & Northwestern. My tutoring methodology goes back to the time I worked in the Space Program, launching...See Rick's full profile

I am a seasoned tutor with over 10 years of experience, including over 1200 hours on Wyzant's platform. My specialties are K-12 and lower division math courses, test prep subjects such as PSAT math, SAT math, GRE math, and Advanced Placement (AP) mathematics. I focus on having students understand the...See Jonathan's full profile

My most recent self-administered test score on the SAT math portion was 780 out of 800, without the use of a calculator. I am familiar with many of the strategies that you can use to maximize your effective time on questions that you have mastered, including quick calculations, shortcuts, and theorems, as well as...See Rael M.'s full profile

I have tutored the SAT for over a decade, adjusting my teaching through the numerous "new SAT" versions. I received 800 score and have seen as much 200+ points increase.See Chi's full profile

Finally, I urge rising seniors to consider working on the personal statements and supplementals during the summer since the fall semester requires you to focus on good grades, SAT scores, obtaining recommendations, completing volunteer hours and of course, applying to colleges! If you can remove one important...See Shelley's full profile

This means that I am qualified to help you land your dream job and frame yourself positively in your job applications. Besides interview prep, I can also help you with the SAT. In high school, I earned a 1550 on the SAT with 800 in math and 750 on verbal. This means that I am qualified to help you reach...See Derek's full profile

My students have seen dramatic score increases — one of my recent students improved their SAT Reading score by 200 points after just a few months of targeted practice. I focus on teaching students how to identify main ideas, tone, and inference; interpret complex vocabulary through context; and recognize the...See Tara's full profile

I am a speed reader and can impart many of my strategies to students, which is particularly valuable for the timed reading sections on the SAT, ACT, and GRE. And with the new writing sections on the ACT and SAT, strong writing skills are more valuable than ever for aspiring college students. I expect a...See Sonya's full profile

SAT Math encompasses all levels of high school Math, which I am very experienced in.See Zeth's full profile

...nonprofit, and private sector - 10+ years of STEM education and tutoring experience in engineering and writing/English grammar - SAT writing instructor at test prep academy. Perfect 800 score on SAT Writing - former Executive Director at Climatepedia, a climate education nonprofit - Interviewed by NPR, XPRIZE Foundation, Sierra...See Kimberly's full profile

College essays are a crucial part of the application process. They are your opportunity to make a lasting impression on admission committees, and to distinguish yourself from other applicants through creative, skillfully written, and memorable essays. Working with a proven, experienced coach will make a huge impact on...See Gabriel's full profile

For the last several years, I have tutored and assisted students in preparing for the SAT. I am certified by Wyzant in both the Math and Reading portions of that test. A natural extension of that is to prepare students for the PSAT by not only reviewing the test substance but also by familiarizing them with the...See Philip's full profile

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!!See Sarah's full profile

Unlike other tutors you have looked at, I will not bore you with the details of my high school GPA or what my SAT scores were 20 years ago. Those details are great if you are looking for someone smart to take an exam FOR you, but useless if you are trying to find a tutor who can actually teach the concepts in a...See Giovanni's full profile

I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2019 with a B.A. in Chemistry. I specialize in chemistry (high-school/AP level and college-level intro general chemistry) and SAT prep. I started off college as a biology major and didn't really have any interest in chemistry as a subject. General...See Freda's full profile

I graduated cum laude from Yale with a double major in history & film and distinction in both majors. In high school I scored a 2320 on the SAT (different scoring system back then!) and received a '5' on AP Exams including English Language, U.S. History, Psychology, Spanish, Physics, & more. More...See Sebastian's full profile

...administered by the CollegeBoard. I have four degrees (BS, MS, MEd, and EdD) all with a focus on psychology. I also have extensive experience tutoring students for the SAT and ACT with a particular focus on the English and Reading sections of the ACT. Lastly, I served as an admission officer and senior-level administrator at private...See Ara's full profile

With almost 20 years of experience as an SAT Tutor, I have amassed a unique range of experience both in terms of intellectual approach and teaching technique. Utilizing theory derived from Daniel Kahneman's seminal work "Thinking Fast and Slow," I help students tackle the test as a problem solving...See William's full profile