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Top-Rated Expert Math Tutor Specializing in Standardized Tests
Amanda B.

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Hi, I'm Amanda! I’m a seasoned test prep instructor with over a decade of experience in private and small group tutoring, specializing in SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT. Additionally, I offer math tutoring, ranging from algebra to calculus, to students of various levels—middle school through college, and adults.

I hold a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology, with a pre-medical focus from St. Edward's University. I've honed my skills as a charter school teacher, a research coordinator and...

Hi, I'm Amanda! I’m a seasoned test prep instructor with over a decade of experience in private and small group tutoring, specializing in SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT. Additionally, I offer math tutoring, ranging from algebra to calculus, to students of various levels—middle school through college, and adults.

I hold a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology, with a pre-medical focus from St. Edward's University. I've honed my skills as a charter school teacher, a research coordinator and interventionist for The College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin, and currently, as the head of my own tutoring and test prep company.

Throughout my career, I've developed effective strategies for student engagement, largely due to my work with a STEM magnet high school in Austin, Texas. This experience keeps me current with AP and advanced curricula.

What sets me apart as a tutor is my patience, in-depth explanations, and commitment to meet students where they are—no question is too small. My focus and satisfaction lie in facilitating students' understanding and mastery of their subjects.

The proof is in the numbers: my students consistently achieve 300+ point increases on the SAT, 5+ point improvements on the ACT, 20+ on the GRE, and 100+ on the GMAT. These results come from teaching the actual content of the tests, not just "tricks". If you're ready to invest the effort, we'll make an excellent team!

Whether you need a rapid or more deliberate pace, my priority is empowering you to attain your academic goals. Students often appreciate that I make complex topics seem so straightforward—I hear the feedback often that they wish they’d met me sooner.

Thank you for your consideration. I am always happy to speak with prospective students and parents about tutoring, including my process and policies. I am easy to reach and offer quick response times. Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have, or to schedule a free consultation. I look forward to working with you!

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Education

St. Edward's University
Psychology, Pre-med

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $225
  • Rate details: Standardized Test Prep tutoring: $225/hour Single-subject tutoring: $200/hour
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 10/5/2021

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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ACT English

ACT English

I have tutored the ACT exam for over 8 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. The ACT English test covers a finite number of grammar and language rules, which means that with a detailed content review and high quality practice questions, a perfect score is within your reach! I take students through a comprehensive review all of the necessary grammar/writing content that you need to know on the ACT English test, using official ACT test questions to practice what we have reviewed. I also help with timing and test strategies, so that you can achieve your highest ACT English score. Looking forward to working with you!
ACT Math

ACT Math

I have tutored the SAT and ACT exams for over 8 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that ACT math will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. I will design a plan for your test prep, so that you know exactly what you need to do to move your score even higher. Looking forward to working with you!
ACT Science

ACT Science

I have tutored the ACT exam for over 8 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. ACT Science questions do contain scientific terms and concepts, but this section really tests students on critical reading, interpreting graphs and charts, and analytical skills. In order to learn what each question is asking of you, you'll need to "learn the language of the test". Success on ACT Science involves a specific approach to managing large amounts of information, and effective strategies to increase efficiency. I have helped my students get their highest ACT science scores- many of them attain perfect (or near-perfect) scores on this section! I work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that my ACT Science strategies will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. I will design a plan for your test prep, so that you know exactly what you need to do to move your score even higher. Looking forward to working with you!
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I tutor all high school math courses, from Algebra 1 through Calculus. I work with students from 8th grade to high school and college. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that math will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. Looking forward to working with you!
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I tutor all high school math courses, from Algebra 1 through Calculus, including Algebra 2. I work with students from 8th grade to high school and college. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that math will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. I also specialize in standardized test prep. I have tutored the SAT and ACT exams for 8+ years,, and have helped hundreds of students reach the scores they needed for acceptance to their choice colleges. My approach with test prep is holistic: for each test section, I begin with a thorough content review, followed by section-specific strategies and shortcuts (where applicable). Finally, I use official practice questions to drill so that my students improve their efficiency and accuracy, and ultimately their score. Looking forward to working with you!
Chemistry

Chemistry

I tutor both high school and college chemistry courses. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that your curriculum will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. Looking forward to working with you!
Common Core

Common Core

I have over 15 years of teaching experience, as well as 4+ years of experience working as a math and reading intervention specialist and assessment coordinator for K-6, middle school, and high school students. I am well versed in assessing students’ core competencies in math and reading, as well as developing the appropriate steps to help build proficiency across those areas.
GMAT

GMAT

I have tutored the GMAT exam for over 8 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. I focus on both content review, which I consider the most important component of any test prep, and strategies to help increase accuracy and efficiency as you move through test questions. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that GMAT test content will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. I will design a plan for your test prep, so that you know exactly what you need to do to move your score even higher. Looking forward to working with you!
GRE

GRE

I have tutored the GRE exam for over 8 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. I begin with a thorough content review, followed by section-specific strategies and shortcuts that will help you to move through test questions with accuracy and efficiency. I only use the highest quality practice questions, so that your prep efforts will translate to a score increase. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that GRE test content will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. I will design a plan for your test prep, so that you know exactly what you need to do to move your score even higher. Looking forward to working with you!
Homeschool

Homeschool

I have worked with homeschool and non-traditional high school students for more than a decade, teaching all general education subjects. I specialize in math and science curricula, as well as standardized test prep instruction.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I have tutored Precalculus for over ten years, and have consistently helped students to both understand their course content and to achieve high grades in the class. I believe that anyone can understand material, no matter how advanced, if the information is broken down in a way that feels manageable, and if they have quality examples to learn from. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that math will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. Looking forward to working with you!
PSAT

PSAT

I have tutored the PSAT and SAT exams for over 8 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals, and others to achieve National Merit status. I also specialize in standardized test prep. I have tutored the PSAT exam for 8+ years, and have helped many students qualify for National Merit status, hundreds of others to prepare for the SAT. My approach with test prep is holistic: for each test section, I begin with a thorough content review, followed by section-specific strategies and shortcuts (where applicable). Finally, I use official practice questions to drill so that my students improve their efficiency and accuracy, and ultimately their score. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that PSAT content will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. I will design a plan for your test prep, so that you know exactly what you need to do to move your score even higher. Looking forward to working with you!
Regents

Regents

I have taught Regents curricula and test prep for the past 15 years. I offer Regents tutoring and test prep instruction for several tests: Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Chemistry, and ELA.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have tutored the SAT exam for over 12 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. SAT Math questions not only cover a wide array of math topics, they are also written in a challenging way. In order to learn what each question is asking of you, you'll need to "learn the language of the test". Success on SAT Math involves a thorough review of math content, effective strategies to increase efficiency, and high-quality practice questions to familiarize yourself with the language of the test itself. I have helped my students get their highest SAT math scores- some of them attain perfect 800 scores! I work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that SAT math will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. I will design a plan for your test prep, so that you know exactly what you need to do to move your score even higher. Looking forward to working with you!
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

I have tutored SAT prep for over 12 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that the SAT Writing section will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. Almost every student I prep for this section misses no more than 2 questions total, and most get a perfect score! I will design a plan for your test prep, so that you know exactly what you need to do to move your score even higher. Looking forward to working with you!
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I have tutored Trigonometry for 10+ years. I help students break down seemingly difficult trig concepts and material to discover that, not only is it doable, but that they are better at math than they may have previously thought. I will work to understand the way that you think (and learn) so that math will begin to feel easier for you and you'll reach your goals even faster. Looking forward to working with you!
ACT Reading
English
Geometry
Grammar
Prealgebra
SAT Reading
SSAT
TOEFL

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Great Teacher

AAAAA Very Profession , educated and helping my son with his study for ACT . My son feel very comfortable and motivated to spend time with Amanda . She is really great

KAREN, 37 lessons with Amanda

Mom of a college freshman

My son said Amanda was great! She could make him understand Chemistry. We will definitely consider Amanda in future Chem courses tutoring. Thank you so much, Amanda!

Yen, 41 lessons with Amanda

Turned Everything Around

My daughter really loved Amanda! She raved to me about how down to earth and relatable she made the materials. Now my daughter is helping her friends and understands the material so much better. We are surely coming back if we need more help with AP Chemistry!

Kate, 5 lessons with Amanda

Pre Cal

Amanda is smart, reliable , communicative and always there to help my son when needed. She's an amazing tutor and would highly recommend!

Sandra, 15 lessons with Amanda

Highly Recommended!

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

Great tutor

Amanda is a great tutor. I have been struggling with studying for my GMAT for several weeks. Meeting with Amanda has help me gain confidence in my math skills as she goes through the material thoroughly and in depth allowing me to learn the material instead of just memorizing it in the short term.

Joe, 9 lessons with Amanda

Knowledge and good teaching skills

Amanda helped my son get ready for a college math placement exam. She did a good job reviewing precalc with him. My son said he would use her again in the future. Very happy with her service.

Richard, 1 lesson with Amanda

Very knowledgeable tutor

After trying a few tutors we found Amanda and she really helped my child understand the material from her Chemistry class. She was very helpful and we will use her again.

Sam, 25 lessons with Amanda

Great Tutor

Amanda really helped my son diagnose his problems with Algebra. I was able to set up a same day session which was helpful. I would definitely use her services again. Great work!

Eric, 18 lessons with Amanda

Helping me ace my college algebra test!

Amanda is awesome at really breaking things down for me that I haven’t learned or gone over since high school! Throughout our lesson, she really strives to make sure I’m understanding the material.

Anonymous, 10 lessons with Amanda
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