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The Best ACT Tutors in South Pasadena, CA

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Excellent ACT test prep tutor, previous Actuarial Consultant

I am good at helping students prepare for standardized tests. I can help them strategize and find tricks to help to solve problems faster. I have helped many students get the ACT math scores they desire.

5.0 (190)
75/hour
453 hours tutoring

I am good at helping students prepare for standardized tests. I can help them strategize and find tricks to help to solve problems faster. I have helped many students get the ACT math scores they desire.

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Experienced, Caring, and Dynamic Teacher With Many Skills!

I have been teaching for almost 20 years. I graduated from UCLA with a bachelors degree in Sociology and went on to receive my multiple subject credential from Point Loma University. From there, I worked at a Sylvan Learning Center for four years tutoring kids of all ages in math, reading, and study skills. During that...

50/hour
21 hours tutoring

I have been teaching for almost 20 years. I graduated from UCLA with a bachelors degree in Sociology and went on to receive my multiple subject credential from Point Loma University. From there, I worked at a Sylvan Learning Center for four years tutoring kids of all ages in math, reading, and study skills. During that...

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
395 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.

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Harvey Mudd/Cornell grad; multi-subject, empathetic tutor

I have tutored several students in ACT across all four subjects. My experience has been that students tend to find the English and Reading portions slightly easier than the corresponding sections on the SAT. However, despite its name, the science section tests quick reasoning and data interpretation, not...

5.0 (507)
100/hour
2,061 hours tutoring

I have tutored several students in ACT across all four subjects. My experience has been that students tend to find the English and Reading portions slightly easier than the corresponding sections on the SAT. However, despite its name, the science section tests quick reasoning and data interpretation, not...

Steve T. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steve T.
80/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 (193)
80/hour
754 hours tutoring
Response time: 31 minutes

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...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Caltech, CMU, and USC-trained biomedical engineer who loves to tutor

After receiving a 35 on the ACT myself, I tutored for the ACT and other standardized tests for the past three years. I love teaching high school math, science, reading, and writing, so tests like the ACT are a perfect match with my tutoring expertise.

4.6 (28)
100/hour
147 hours tutoring

After receiving a 35 on the ACT myself, I tutored for the ACT and other standardized tests for the past three years. I love teaching high school math, science, reading, and writing, so tests like the ACT are a perfect match with my tutoring expertise.

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Experienced Biology Tutor | College Applications & Job Interview Prep

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...

5.0 (32)
75/hour
64 hours tutoring

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...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

The Renaissance tutor: for the humanities, sciences, and technology

Hello there! I am an experienced teacher, editor, and writer who has a love for learning. As an undergraduate, I graduated magna cum laude in neuroscience and music, and I graduated summa cum laude in my master’s in TESOL (teaching English as a second language). In addition to having a decade of teaching experience, I...

5.0 (1176)
80/hour
5,362 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutes

Hello there! I am an experienced teacher, editor, and writer who has a love for learning. As an undergraduate, I graduated magna cum laude in neuroscience and music, and I graduated summa cum laude in my master’s in TESOL (teaching English as a second language). In addition to having a decade of teaching experience, I...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

UC Berkeley Grad - EXPERT COLLEGE ADMISSIONS ESSAY COACH

*Limited spots for 2025 college admissions cycle!* Congratulations to my students who've been accepted to UC Berkeley, UCLA, Yale, NYU, Syracuse, Notre Dame, Loyola Chicago, Villanova, Boston University, University of Utah, Cal Poly SLO, and more! I completely understand how daunting the process of applying to your...

4.9 (158)
250/hour
696 hours tutoring

*Limited spots for 2025 college admissions cycle!* Congratulations to my students who've been accepted to UC Berkeley, UCLA, Yale, NYU, Syracuse, Notre Dame, Loyola Chicago, Villanova, Boston University, University of Utah, Cal Poly SLO, and more! I completely understand how daunting the process of applying to your...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Stanford Grad & Alum Interviewer/Top College Essay and Admissions

Greetings! My name is Lisa, and I am here to leverage both my educational and professional experience to help you craft the most compelling college essay possible so you can your college admissions goals. I have personally interviewed dozens of students for Stanford so I know what makes an application stand out from...

5.0 (288)
175/hour
782 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutes

Greetings! My name is Lisa, and I am here to leverage both my educational and professional experience to help you craft the most compelling college essay possible so you can your college admissions goals. I have personally interviewed dozens of students for Stanford so I know what makes an application stand out from...

Stephen P. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Stephen P.
65/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 (73)
65/hour
249 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!

Sebastian K. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sebastian K.
74/hour

Near South Pasadena, CA

Yale + MFA grad tutoring college/grad apps, screenwriting, essays, SAT

I can help with a variety of writing forms: application / admissions essays, research or argumentative essays, creative writing / screenplays (my field of graduate study), and the English / writing sections of the SAT/ACT. Aside from typical application editing, my storytelling background...

5.0 (89)
74/hour
348 hours tutoring

I can help with a variety of writing forms: application / admissions essays, research or argumentative essays, creative writing / screenplays (my field of graduate study), and the English / writing sections of the SAT/ACT. Aside from typical application editing, my storytelling background...

Soraya O. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Soraya O.
90/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 (778)
90/hour
3,181 hours tutoring
Response time: 41 minutes

...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...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Computer Science Graduate from Johns Hopkins University

In short, I have worked across a variety of technologies and disciplines within Computer Science, and am confident in my ability to relay both foundational concepts and advanced strategies to students. As for test preparation (ACT & SAT), I have prepared for and succeeded in these exams since I was in middle...

5.0 (18)
50/hour
52 hours tutoring

In short, I have worked across a variety of technologies and disciplines within Computer Science, and am confident in my ability to relay both foundational concepts and advanced strategies to students. As for test preparation (ACT & SAT), I have prepared for and succeeded in these exams since I was in middle...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Math, SAT, and GRE Tutoring for everyone!

I also taught a summer course in Cognitive Science to gifted and talented 8th grade students in New Haven. I have worked with kids and adults of all ages, from leading acting workshops for 5-year olds to running a computer workshop for homeless adults to guiding college freshmen on backpacking trips....

5.0 (25)
70/hour
196 hours tutoring

I also taught a summer course in Cognitive Science to gifted and talented 8th grade students in New Haven. I have worked with kids and adults of all ages, from leading acting workshops for 5-year olds to running a computer workshop for homeless adults to guiding college freshmen on backpacking trips....

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Bump your ACT/SAT English score with a CMU Masters Grad

My qualifications: I have a BA in English/Theater from Loyola University and a Master's Degree in Dramatic Writing from Carnegie Mellon University. At CMU I taught college courses and earned a certificate of teaching excellence. I have tutored numerous GRE, ACT, and SAT students.

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5.0 (429)
145/hour
1,759 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

My qualifications: I have a BA in English/Theater from Loyola University and a Master's Degree in Dramatic Writing from Carnegie Mellon University. At CMU I taught college courses and earned a certificate of teaching excellence. I have tutored numerous GRE, ACT, and SAT students.

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Experienced Teacher for Reading Tutoring

A quotation hanging in my classroom reads: "The whole world opened to me when I learned to read." I teach because I know the power and joy of reading. I know that students who love to read will learn to read and will feel successful in school. I know that feeling successful in school helps students to confidently take on...

5.0 (65)
100/hour
79 hours tutoring

A quotation hanging in my classroom reads: "The whole world opened to me when I learned to read." I teach because I know the power and joy of reading. I know that students who love to read will learn to read and will feel successful in school. I know that feeling successful in school helps students to confidently take on...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Great Tutor for Test-Taking Strategies

My two eldest children have been home schooled and I was the one to prepare them for standardized testing. Both scored quite well and received numerous merit offers when applying to college. In recent years, I have assisted other students in prepping for the ACT and SAT.

5.0 (271)
75/hour
972 hours tutoring

My two eldest children have been home schooled and I was the one to prepare them for standardized testing. Both scored quite well and received numerous merit offers when applying to college. In recent years, I have assisted other students in prepping for the ACT and SAT.

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

American Mensa - Math and Test Prep Tutor - 99th Percentile NEW SAT

Hello there! I'm a full-time tutor specializing in Math (up to Calculus) and Test Prep. I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Pre-Medical Biology major and psychology minor. Shortly after I graduated, I tested into the American Mensa organization (an organization open to those with IQs in the top 2%...

5.0 (323)
80/hour
1,442 hours tutoring

Hello there! I'm a full-time tutor specializing in Math (up to Calculus) and Test Prep. I graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Pre-Medical Biology major and psychology minor. Shortly after I graduated, I tested into the American Mensa organization (an organization open to those with IQs in the top 2%...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Investment Professional for CFA, Math, Science, Econ, History Tutoring

Hello, I hold an MBA, MSF, and BS from Boston College and am a CFA and CAIA charterholder and am currently an investment professional. Throughout high school and college I've had the opportunity to take a wide variety of math/science/social studies classes, and am just looking to pass my experience on to others....

5.0 (9)
120/hour
25 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutes

Hello, I hold an MBA, MSF, and BS from Boston College and am a CFA and CAIA charterholder and am currently an investment professional. Throughout high school and college I've had the opportunity to take a wide variety of math/science/social studies classes, and am just looking to pass my experience on to others....

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Research Advisor on 30+ publications in AI/ML

I have 20+ years of experience in Python, AI, and machine learning ("AI/ML"). I have acted as co-author or research advisor on 30+ publications in AI/ML, which are available upon request [I am listed in Acknowledgements]. Finally, I placed 5th at the 2024 IEEE BigData Cup Challenge.

5.0 (16)
120/hour
61 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutes

I have 20+ years of experience in Python, AI, and machine learning ("AI/ML"). I have acted as co-author or research advisor on 30+ publications in AI/ML, which are available upon request [I am listed in Acknowledgements]. Finally, I placed 5th at the 2024 IEEE BigData Cup Challenge.

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Middle School - High School AP Calculus AB Math Tutor

Hi, I am Kristy! I've recently graduated from UC Irvine with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Math has always been my strong suit and I have been tutoring on WyZant platform since 2020 during my study, with mathematical experiences ranging from elementary school math to Calculus AP BC. Additionally, I...

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5.0 (779)
80/hour
2,791 hours tutoring

Hi, I am Kristy! I've recently graduated from UC Irvine with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Math has always been my strong suit and I have been tutoring on WyZant platform since 2020 during my study, with mathematical experiences ranging from elementary school math to Calculus AP BC. Additionally, I...

Vanessa M. Near South Pasadena, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vanessa M.
50/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)
50/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...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

College Essay Tutor - Top Ten School Acceptances

Hi! After graduating with a 3.8 from Northwestern University, where I double-majored in Theatre and International Studies and minored in Film & Media Studies. My dream is to write and produce films, and I currently publish a personal Substack for creative fiction and non-fiction, poetry and prose. In college I was editor...

5.0 (10)
60/hour
30 hours tutoring

Hi! After graduating with a 3.8 from Northwestern University, where I double-majored in Theatre and International Studies and minored in Film & Media Studies. My dream is to write and produce films, and I currently publish a personal Substack for creative fiction and non-fiction, poetry and prose. In college I was editor...

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

Near South Pasadena, CA

Providing Easy Guidance that Feels Like a Partnership...

As a highly rated tutor in the Wyzant system, I have imparted guidance on blending the right amount of focus to quickly answer English questions in the limited time ACT provides, while figuring out how to spend a little more time on the more challenging questions.

5.0 (3443)
23/hour
5,592 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutes

As a highly rated tutor in the Wyzant system, I have imparted guidance on blending the right amount of focus to quickly answer English questions in the limited time ACT provides, while figuring out how to spend a little more time on the more challenging questions.

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Kedran W.

21 ACT lessons

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.
Jakob K.

12 ACT lessons

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.
Justin S.

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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