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Loc L. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Loc L.
60/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Loc, experienced tutor working with advanced students

I help students prepare for their next test by doing practice problems, guiding them with tips and tricks. I excels in preparing students for the ACT and SAT in the math category. I can tutor math at all level between middle school to college. I have experiences with ACT Math, SAT Math, Pre Algebra,...

4.9 (49)
60/hour
175 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I help students prepare for their next test by doing practice problems, guiding them with tips and tricks. I excels in preparing students for the ACT and SAT in the math category. I can tutor math at all level between middle school to college. I have experiences with ACT Math, SAT Math, Pre Algebra,...

Amani C. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amani C.
80/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Experienced Educator Specializing in Admissions and Multi-Subject Prep

I have worked with many students to improve their English and writing skills for standardized testing, including the ACT. I have designed personalized study plans, adapted school exercises to bridge coursework with the test environment, and employed various other strategies to help my students reach their target...

4.8 (34)
80/hour
104 hours tutoring

I have worked with many students to improve their English and writing skills for standardized testing, including the ACT. I have designed personalized study plans, adapted school exercises to bridge coursework with the test environment, and employed various other strategies to help my students reach their target...

Aline G. South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aline G.
60/hour

South Pasadena, CA

Patient, Caring Tutor with 15+ Years of Experience

I have lots of materials created that help students practice decimals, percentages, basic geometry problems, which are tested on the ISEE. My ability to teach SAT/ACT verbal qualifies me to teach the verbal portions of the ISEE. I also have coached students in writing the essay.

4.9 (26)
60/hour
467 hours tutoring

I have lots of materials created that help students practice decimals, percentages, basic geometry problems, which are tested on the ISEE. My ability to teach SAT/ACT verbal qualifies me to teach the verbal portions of the ISEE. I also have coached students in writing the essay.

Steve T. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steve T.
85/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Full-Time Credentialed Math Tutor

I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Math from the University of California Riverside and a California Teaching Credential. After working in a public school setting for several years, I transitioned to full-time private tutoring, serving students in Arcadia, San Marino, and Pasadena. With over 15 years of experience, I...

5.0 (196)
85/hour
793 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Math from the University of California Riverside and a California Teaching Credential. After working in a public school setting for several years, I transitioned to full-time private tutoring, serving students in Arcadia, San Marino, and Pasadena. With over 15 years of experience, I...

Eriko O. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eriko O.
72/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

MIT Grad, got 800 on SAT Math (Mar2019)

I received my B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tokyo, Japan, and got Master Degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. When I was an undergrad student, I was a tutor at a private cramming school (one of the three major cramming schools in Japan) for 4 years, and also a home tutor for...

5.0 (316)
72/hour
837 hours tutoring

I received my B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tokyo, Japan, and got Master Degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. When I was an undergrad student, I was a tutor at a private cramming school (one of the three major cramming schools in Japan) for 4 years, and also a home tutor for...

Stephanie D. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephanie D.
120/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

PhD Student in Biomedical Engineering: Bio and Chem High School Tutor

Due to my PhD, I also am able to teach college level science classes as well, and can also offer assistance in reading and understanding scientific literature. In addition to STEM classes, I offer standardized testing prep including the SAT and ACT. I also offer college and graduate school consulting; I can help...

5.0 (12)
120/hour
70 hours tutoring
Response time: 48 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Due to my PhD, I also am able to teach college level science classes as well, and can also offer assistance in reading and understanding scientific literature. In addition to STEM classes, I offer standardized testing prep including the SAT and ACT. I also offer college and graduate school consulting; I can help...

Soraya O. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Soraya O.
85/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Highly Experienced French/Spanish Tutor (15+years) AP Tests

...tutor children under 11). I love people and I find tutoring very stimulating and enriching. I also like the flexibility of the job which allows me to combine acting, writing and producing activities. Don't hesitate to contact me if you're looking for the right tutor for yourself or your child(ren)! I look forward to...

5.0 (819)
85/hour
3,459 hours tutoring
Response time: 17 minutesNote that average response time is based on Soraya’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 5:00 am UTC.

...tutor children under 11). I love people and I find tutoring very stimulating and enriching. I also like the flexibility of the job which allows me to combine acting, writing and producing activities. Don't hesitate to contact me if you're looking for the right tutor for yourself or your child(ren)! I look forward to...

Kimberly D. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kimberly D.
400/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Accomplished Career & Life Coach with Engineering PhD

Civil Engineering PhD professional with 10+ years experience in project management, public speaking, tutoring, and leadership. I want to help you succeed in your career, whether you're a college freshman, finishing your PhD, or beyond. Services: (1) Strategy & Organization (strategic planning, task organization, project...

5.0 (6)
400/hour
16 hours tutoring

Civil Engineering PhD professional with 10+ years experience in project management, public speaking, tutoring, and leadership. I want to help you succeed in your career, whether you're a college freshman, finishing your PhD, or beyond. Services: (1) Strategy & Organization (strategic planning, task organization, project...

Patrick C. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Patrick C.
400/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

SAT / ACT Expert with 18 Years of One-On-One Test Prep Experience

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...

5.0 (1)
400/hour
9 hours tutoring

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...

Stephen P. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephen P.
70/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Actual Perfect ACT Scorer with Vast Experience!

I have taught the ACT for 16+ years in both classroom and one-on-one tutoring environments, working with several hundreds of students already. My students have achieved perfect section scores (and even perfect composite scores) or were able to raise their scores by 5 to even 10 points!

5.0 (75)
70/hour
273 hours tutoring

I have taught the ACT for 16+ years in both classroom and one-on-one tutoring environments, working with several hundreds of students already. My students have achieved perfect section scores (and even perfect composite scores) or were able to raise their scores by 5 to even 10 points!

Wei C. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Wei C.
300/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Experienced Math/Physics PhD with Patience and Humor

I received a Ph.D. in physics from Boston University and was a research scientist at Caltech. As a Ph.D. in Physics and former Math competition Champion in China, I have a strong background in math and easily scored 800 in SAT Math and 36 in ACT Math. From a teacher’s family, I also enjoy teaching students and...

5.0 (1015)
300/hour
3,713 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response time is based on Wei’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I received a Ph.D. in physics from Boston University and was a research scientist at Caltech. As a Ph.D. in Physics and former Math competition Champion in China, I have a strong background in math and easily scored 800 in SAT Math and 36 in ACT Math. From a teacher’s family, I also enjoy teaching students and...

Michael R. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael R.
400/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Harvard Alum | College Essay & SAT/ACT Expert | 20+ Years

Michael is a Harvard and Teach For America alumnus, former Harvard interviewer, IECA member, and SAT/ACT/ISEE and college essay specialist with over two decades of experience helping students gain admission to highly selective colleges and private schools. As co-founder of an LA-based boutique...

5.0 (1)
400/hour
5 hours tutoring

Michael is a Harvard and Teach For America alumnus, former Harvard interviewer, IECA member, and SAT/ACT/ISEE and college essay specialist with over two decades of experience helping students gain admission to highly selective colleges and private schools. As co-founder of an LA-based boutique...

Saman B. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Saman B.
80/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Overcome the ACT Math

Student's must become very familiar with the test and the timing of it, which can be a constraint for many. This is done by practicing ACT questions at a high frequency each week. For example, 3 hours of ACT questions is, typically, less effective than 1 hour, 3 times per week even though the same...

5.0 (230)
80/hour
607 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Student's must become very familiar with the test and the timing of it, which can be a constraint for many. This is done by practicing ACT questions at a high frequency each week. For example, 3 hours of ACT questions is, typically, less effective than 1 hour, 3 times per week even though the same...

Cosima C. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cosima C.
100/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Yale Grad ACT Tutor, BA in Literature with Distinction

I am an SAT and ACT tutor, and I also tutor Spanish and French. I double-majored at Yale and graduated with Distinction in both of my majors: Literature and Theater. I am passionate about what I do. I have always loved learning as a student, which is why I love teaching and imparting knowledge onto my students. My...

4.8 (28)
100/hour
100 hours tutoring

I am an SAT and ACT tutor, and I also tutor Spanish and French. I double-majored at Yale and graduated with Distinction in both of my majors: Literature and Theater. I am passionate about what I do. I have always loved learning as a student, which is why I love teaching and imparting knowledge onto my students. My...

Tague Z. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Tague Z.
60/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

High School Science Teacher

I received a 34 on the science section when I took it back in high school, and I've only gotten better at understand how to attack and pick apart questions on the ACT science section.

4.8 (19)
60/hour
61 hours tutoring

I received a 34 on the science section when I took it back in high school, and I've only gotten better at understand how to attack and pick apart questions on the ACT science section.

David W. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David W.
175/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Experienced ACT Science Tutor with Exceptional Results

If you can make sense of tables and graphs and learn to "deconstruct" the section's language games, you can do well on ACT science! I have 5+ years of experience tutoring ACT science. In that time, I've helped hundreds of students achieve above average score gains. I've done so by...

5.0 (1777)
175/hour
5,155 hours tutoring

If you can make sense of tables and graphs and learn to "deconstruct" the section's language games, you can do well on ACT science! I have 5+ years of experience tutoring ACT science. In that time, I've helped hundreds of students achieve above average score gains. I've done so by...

Sean B. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sean B.
70/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

SAT, PSAT, AP, & GRE Ivy League Test Prep Specialist

TEST PREP: Perfect scores on the GRE Quantitative & Verbal Reasoning sections (170's), the SAT Math & Reading Sections (800's), and the SAT Math II Subject Test (800). I also have 5's on the AP BC Calculus Exam and both Physics C exams (Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism). MATH: During high school I...

5.0 (29)
70/hour
219 hours tutoring

TEST PREP: Perfect scores on the GRE Quantitative & Verbal Reasoning sections (170's), the SAT Math & Reading Sections (800's), and the SAT Math II Subject Test (800). I also have 5's on the AP BC Calculus Exam and both Physics C exams (Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism). MATH: During high school I...

Sophie U. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sophie U.
60/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Cornell Math Graduate & USC PhD Student-- Loves Math and Teaching

Hi, I'm Sophie! I'm in my second year of my PhD program in applied mathematics at the University of Southern California. In 2021, I graduated magna cum laude from Cornell University in Ithaca, NY with a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics and a minor in computer science. From 2021 to 2024, I worked as a tutor, helping...

5.0 (53)
60/hour
474 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Hi, I'm Sophie! I'm in my second year of my PhD program in applied mathematics at the University of Southern California. In 2021, I graduated magna cum laude from Cornell University in Ithaca, NY with a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics and a minor in computer science. From 2021 to 2024, I worked as a tutor, helping...

Vanessa M. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vanessa M.
70/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Experienced and Patient Math/Science Tutor

Hello! My name is Vanessa and I am a 3rd year medical student at the University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine. I graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of California, Riverside. I have been a tutor for over 12 years and I tutor all ages in a wide range of subjects, but...

5.0 (4)
70/hour
29 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Vanessa and I am a 3rd year medical student at the University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine. I graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of California, Riverside. I have been a tutor for over 12 years and I tutor all ages in a wide range of subjects, but...

Renna M. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Renna M.
75/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

ACT Math Tutor with 9+ Years Experience Teaching High School Math

Whether its middle school students getting an early start or seniors getting ready in their final year, I have seen great results with my students by using concrete examples and having students visually organize their work as they outline a problem. The ACT requires a solid foundation in Algebra, Trigonometry,...

5.0 (164)
75/hour
834 hours tutoring

Whether its middle school students getting an early start or seniors getting ready in their final year, I have seen great results with my students by using concrete examples and having students visually organize their work as they outline a problem. The ACT requires a solid foundation in Algebra, Trigonometry,...

Mel P. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mel P.
250/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

UC Berkeley Grad - EXPERT SAT & COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ESSAY COACH

Congratulations to my students who've been accepted to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Tufts, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Stanford, University of Virginia, NYU, Syracuse, Notre Dame, Loyola Chicago, Villanova, Boston University, Cal Poly SLO, and more! I completely understand how daunting the process of applying to your dream school...

4.9 (166)
250/hour
715 hours tutoring

Congratulations to my students who've been accepted to Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Tufts, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Stanford, University of Virginia, NYU, Syracuse, Notre Dame, Loyola Chicago, Villanova, Boston University, Cal Poly SLO, and more! I completely understand how daunting the process of applying to your dream school...

Arianna E. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arianna E.
150/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

ACT Tutor

Years experience helping students prepare for the ACT with the majority of my students achieving cumulative scores over30

5.0 (31)
150/hour
110 hours tutoring

Years experience helping students prepare for the ACT with the majority of my students achieving cumulative scores over30

Winn H. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Winn H.
150/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Excellent Chemistry, Physics, Calculus, Algebra Tutor | Stellar Editor

Winn graduated from UCLA with a Chemistry-Materials Science B.S. with a minor in Science Education and with a Chemistry Ph.D. (Inorganic Concentration) at UC Riverside. At UCLA, he taught K-12 science, and at UCR he has taught class sizes of 20-250. By nurturing a mentor relationship with his students, he has written...

5.0 (124)
150/hour
418 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Winn graduated from UCLA with a Chemistry-Materials Science B.S. with a minor in Science Education and with a Chemistry Ph.D. (Inorganic Concentration) at UC Riverside. At UCLA, he taught K-12 science, and at UCR he has taught class sizes of 20-250. By nurturing a mentor relationship with his students, he has written...

Maria L. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Maria L.
170/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

ACT and SAT Tutor

The ACT English & Reading is all about one thing; moving at the speed of light. 4 long passages with ten questions which means you have to book it through those passages, and I’m here to help you do just that. I’ll help you figure out which questions to go back and check versus which ones you need to just...

5.0 (264)
170/hour
1,324 hours tutoring
Response time: 46 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

The ACT English & Reading is all about one thing; moving at the speed of light. 4 long passages with ten questions which means you have to book it through those passages, and I’m here to help you do just that. I’ll help you figure out which questions to go back and check versus which ones you need to just...

Benjamin A. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Benjamin A.
80/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

History/Social Studies tutor focusing on student growth

I have experience teaching SAT/ACT writing. I have tutored students at all levels in writing. I have taught history classes requiring essay writing.

5.0 (1)
80/hour
10 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have experience teaching SAT/ACT writing. I have tutored students at all levels in writing. I have taught history classes requiring essay writing.

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John tutored our son, who attends a prestigious high school, on all of the ACT Subjects: ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT English, ACT Reading. John also provided ACT Test Taking Skills, Time Management, Good and Best Practices. My son felt extremely confident in his preparedness for the ACT Test. John has a mentoring and calm approach that instills a sense of confidence in his students. John was also flexible and accommodating in scheduling the tutoring appointments.
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We are using him for ACT prep and can already see the confidence in my son's test taking during ACT practice tests. I know by the time the ACT is taken he will have the confidence to do well. We received our son's ACT test results today and because of all the work James did to help my son, he increased his ACT score from a 23 on the practice ACT to a 27 on the actual ACT. Preparing for round 2 of testing to see if second time does even better.
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7 ACT lessons

Daniel has helped me to accomplish feeling confident in the subject's for my upcoming ACT Test. Daniel also was accommodating of my hectic sports schedule and worked out logistics and time to meet, I'm thankful for Daniel's time and Daniel's commitment to helping me to succeed on my ACT/SAT testing. Thank you Daniel! Our Family would like to Thank Daniel for preparing our son, Justin for the ACT Test and bringing up his ACT score by 5 points.
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