SAT/PSAT Reading and Writing Expert - Expect Ivy League Scores

John M.

Strategic and patient tutor:

John started helping my daughter with her SAT reading less than two months before her test date, and her score improved by 100 points! His strategic approach to tackling different question types truly set him apart. John taught my daughter to identify question patterns and recognize the College Board's favorite wrong answer traps, which completely changed how she approached the reading section. What impressed me most was how he analyzed her practice test results to pinpoint her specific weaknesses, then tailored each session to address exactly what she needed. He made the difference in my daughter's SAT success, and I cannot recommend him highly enough!

Dawn, 23 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

It has been a pleasure working with your family, Dawn. Ivy’s such a bright young woman that she makes my job easy. I’m confident she will achieve great things. Thank you for letting me be a small part of her journey.

Great Tutor!

We feel incredibly fortunate to have found John as a tutor for our son. In just a short period of time, he helped raise our son’s Reading & Writing score from around 700 to 760. What impressed us most was not only the clear results, but also John’s teaching style and dedication. After every single lesson, he always wrote a detailed summary — pointing out areas of weakness, analyzing the underlying causes, and giving highly targeted practice methods. His feedback was never generic; it was always personalized, constructive, and practical. John’s thoughtful approach gave our son both the strategies and the confidence he needed to perform at his best. As parents, we could clearly see the progress after each session. We are deeply grateful for his commitment and expertise, and we highly recommend him to any family seeking outstanding SAT preparation.

Sunny, 11 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Alex was a pleasure to work with, Sunny. Thank you for your kind words. His determination and keen intellect will take him far in life. The commendation should be yours for raising such a great young man.

Knowledgable and patient tutor.

Mr. John was an incredible help to my son in preparing for the SAT reading section. He worked with him for several months, going through countless practice questions, sharing effective strategies, and most importantly, building his confidence. Thanks to Mr. John's guidance and patience, my son raised his reading score from a 600 to an impressive 740. Mr. John’s supportive and thoughtful approach made a significant difference, and I highly recommend him to any parent seeking to help their child achieve a top SAT score.

Daman, 60 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Thank you, Daman. You are raising a great young man, and I am honored to have been part of this process with your family. All the best to you.

A Truly Exceptional SAT Tutor

Mr. John has been one of the most impactful teachers our son has had. His dedication to helping our son reach his SAT goals in reading & writing went far beyond simply teaching the material. John worked tirelessly to ensure our son not only understood the content, but also mastered his strategies and the mindset he needed to execute on test day. What truly sets John apart is his commitment to the student. He held our son accountable, challenged him with the extra homework and practice tests, and consistently encouraged him to take ownership of his progress. John's high expectations were always paired with genuine support, and the confidence in our son’s ability to meet his goals on the SAT. John also went above and beyond to accommodate our son’s demanding schedule—often adjusting his own availability to make it work. His flexibility, professionalism, and care did not go unnoticed.We’re incredibly grateful for the role John has played in our son’s academic journey, and we would enthusiastically recommend him to any family seeking a tutor.

Rick, 12 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Thank you, Rick. It has been an honor to work with you and your family.

Tailored, effective instruction

John is an excellent tutor. He has a logical, focused approach to questions in the SAT English section that allows students to confidently work through the various answer choices. His teaching expertise was evident from his first tutoring session, as he quickly honed in on areas that needed the greatest instruction and provided individualized suggestions to help my son overcome the challenges he faced with those types of questions. During tutoring lessons, he provides encouragement that helps to bring out the best in a student.

Nicole, 10 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Thank you for the kind review, Nicole! Your son is a perfect example of what hard work and intelligence combined can do. You've done a stand-out job of fostering his discipline and growth as a young man. I'm excited to hear of his future successes in academics, theatre, and beyond.

Exceptional Tutor

John is an exceptional tutor. My daughter, a junior in high school, enjoyed his classes and was able to get meaningful tips to improve her score and perform to the best of her ability. He helped not only strategize her SAT Reading preparation but also went above and beyond and shared exercises for SAT Math as well. He constantly provided detailed feedback after every class and provided more than enough material that she can practice outside of class. If your kid needs a structured plan and strategy oriented prep for SAT, John is the right tutor for you.

Priya, 6 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Thank you for the kind remarks, Priya. I know how proud you are of H.'s success. She has such a bright future ahead of her, and I'm thrilled she reached a perfect score! All the best to you and your family.

Excellent Tutor

John has an excellent understanding of how to help children succeed with outstanding results. He quickly identifies the child’s needs in the very first class and tailors his focus accordingly. He provides a strategic approach to the exam, customized to the child, which worked exceptionally well for my son.

Roopa, 3 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Thank you, Roopa! Mahith was an absolute pleasure to work with. I'm so proud for him! Going from a 710 to a perfect 800 is no easy task in the verbal section. Congrats on the 1600 and all the best to your family!

Super helpful Tutor!

This is our second time using John - Last year he helped my son prep for the PSAT and my son really felt it helped! So, we called John again to help with SAT prep. My son likes his methods and coaching. We would recommend him to others.

Jennifer, 5 lessons with John

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

John is an amazing tutor. He is patient and explains concepts in a way that my daughter understands. In just a few weeks, I’ve seen a dramatic improvement in her scores.

Anonymous, 21 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Marisol, thank you so much for the kind remarks. It has been a pleasure to work with you and your family, and I am thrilled with the progress that Hope is seeing!

Excellent, very targeted tutor

John has really helped my daughter hone her test-taking skills for the SAT (verbal). Additionally, he is very accessible, friendly and easy to work with and makes the lessons enjoyable.

Laura, 4 lessons with John

Tutor responded:

Laura, thank you for the kind words. It has been a pleasure working with your family, and I’ll be looking forward to Xara’s results in April!