The Best SAT Writing Tutors in Santa Monica, CA

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

Hi, I’m David and I specialize in SAT and ACT test prep! I graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor’s in Biology and later earned my Master’s in Public Health from George Washington University while working as an engineer in pharmaceutical research. My experience as a tutor includes working for a top...See David's full profile

Hi, I'm Jill! I have had more than 12 years of tutoring experience in addition to teaching at the college and university level and I'm excited to work with you in a variety of subjects. I love explaining how math and science concepts work to a student and helping them understand the world around them. In addition to...See Jill's full profile

Standardized Test for College Admission (SAT) 1. Experienced and in-depth individualized tutoring tailored for individual needs for all areas of the test which includes the following sections: • Multiple Choice Writing • Sentence Completion • Writing 2. Preparation of lessons based on the actual layout of the...See Phoebe's full profile

Qualifications: -BA in Math from UCSD, magna cum laude -OVER 4000 successful hours of tutoring in the last 6 years -You will not only learn the subject, you will learn to improve your ability TO study -Can debug even the most bogged student -Excellent reviews from clients attending major colleges to K-6th -I've even...See Dan's full profile

~ Summer availability usually fills up by mid June. Summer tutoring schedule begins June 22 - Aug 28, 2026 ~ I specialize in high school & college writing, dyslexia, dysgraphia, executive functioning, moderate learning differences, K-8 curriculum, social emotional support, metacognition, and bringing rigor while...See Jada's full profile

Hello! My name is Tutor Pat, and I have prepared more than 500 students for astounding success on the SAT and ACT since 2005. My previous test prep tutees have been accepted by Harvard, Yale, Princeton, MIT, CalTech, Stanford, and a majority of US News's Top 50 Universities. Currently, I work one-on-one with students on...See Patrick's full profile

My greatest strength as a tutor (beyond really knowing the subjects I tutor) is my ability to adapt to and match the way you learn. A close second is my ability to take abstract concepts and make them much more understandable. I don’t do “tricks” since it takes as much effort to memorize tons of tricks as it does...See John's full profile

Josh is very passionate about helping students succeed. He has extensive experience tutoring and teaching online and at many private schools and homeschooling organizations in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years, including, Bridges Academy, Learn Beyond the Book, Campbell Hall, Windward School, New Roads, Learn...See Josh's full profile

The SAT Writing section is the most teachable portion of the SAT -- I've coached several students to a perfect score in this section, and several more to scores of 700+. This section is straightforward in the sense that you either know the rule or you don't-- with the exception of the essay and...See Brooke's full profile

I have a Master's degree (an MSW) in Social Welfare and Bachelor's Degree in Communications & Public Policy from UC Berkeley. I also obtained Certificates of Completion in Addiction Studies and Child Development from Los Angeles Pierce College. As a native English speaker, I went to Hebrew School and graduated Hebrew...See Linda's full profile

Welcome, new students! In summary: knowledgeable, efficient, and responsive business/writing tutor for projects at the college level. About me and the way I tutor: My insatiable curiosity and passion for learning fuel my highly effective tutoring sessions. My students love my flexibility, responsiveness, and the...See Amalynne'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 recently I have also...See Sebastian'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

As a PhD student in Biomedical Engineering with a degree in Biology and Chemistry (summa cum laude), my exceptionally strong background in STEM allows me to break down complex scientific principles and explain them to a student of any grade level. My in depth knowledge of biology, chemistry, and math makes me perfect...See Stephanie's full profile

Hi, I'm Elizabeth! I'm a Neuroscience and Chemistry graduate from UNC Chapel Hill (go Heels!) with a strong background in molecular biology and life science research. I currently work in the biotech industry, bringing both academic expertise and real-world experience to my tutoring. I specialize in high school and...See Elizabeth'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

**Update: I'm able to take 2 more students for the 2025 application season! I'm new to Wyzant, but I have a 10+ year record of getting students into Cornell, Dartmouth, Columbia, UPenn, Northwestern, Duke, the UC system, and many more top universities. I'll help you craft an application that is perfectly tailored to...See Will's full profile

I am an experienced and dedicated educator who has over 16 years of experience in teaching, already working with more than 2,500 students in improving their test scores and grades. Education is my passion and my full-time profession, not just a hobby or supplemental job. My past experience includes serving as a Dean...See Stephen's full profile

Ah Mathematics. The bane of existence for many a child. The mighty struggle of all struggles. Math can be confusing, confounding, careless, and cruel. It can make you want to grab your hair and tear it out. It can make you want to toss your textbook across the room and swear off math forever. Math can be relentless and...See Greg's full profile

I am a Harvard University graduate (cum laude) with almost 13 years of tutoring experience. I have achieved perfect scores on the GRE, GMAT, SAT, and ACT, and scored in the 99th percentile on my LSAT exam prior to law school. While in law school, I was a faculty lecturer for the University of San Diego's Test Prep...See Colin's full profile

My name is Milan S., and I am currently an undergraduate at UC Berkeley studying Computer Science and Applied Mathematics. I have had previous experience tutoring a business course at Columbia Business School for high school students. I really love tutoring because I feel that it is truly a great gift to be able to teach...See Milan's full profile

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, vocabulary, and writing skills. Effective test-taking will improve scores, but the...See Brandy's full profile

I'm Andy, a tutor with over 980 hours of experience! I am comfortable tutoring foreign languages, test-preparation (such as SAT/ACT/AP), mathematics, basic computer science and programming, or helping you to craft essays to apply to scholarships, universities, or professional opportunities you may be interested in....See Andy's full profile

I was an SAT essay writing rater for the College Board.See Zsanine's full profile