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Experienced, patient SAT/ACT tutor, 99th+ percentile scorer
John L.

1,114 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $90

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Hello, I'm John! I graduated from the University of Virginia (UVA) with a degree in Philosophy and a minor in Mathematics. I have four years of experience tutoring others in a 1-on-1 setting, specializing in the SAT, ACT, and PSAT exams. I tutor all sections of all of them. Specifically, I tutor the Digital SAT Reading and Writing sections (a.k.a. English, ELA, or SAT Verbal section) and the Digital SAT Math section (previously Quantitative section). Additionally, I tutor the ACT English,...

Hello, I'm John! I graduated from the University of Virginia (UVA) with a degree in Philosophy and a minor in Mathematics. I have four years of experience tutoring others in a 1-on-1 setting, specializing in the SAT, ACT, and PSAT exams. I tutor all sections of all of them. Specifically, I tutor the Digital SAT Reading and Writing sections (a.k.a. English, ELA, or SAT Verbal section) and the Digital SAT Math section (previously Quantitative section). Additionally, I tutor the ACT English, Math, Science, and Reading sections.

I regularly help students improve 100-200+ points (SAT) within 8-15 hours of focused preparation and by 4-7+ composite points (ACT) within a similar time-frame.

I do so by emphasizing certain repeatable strategies that help students get into the minds of the test-makers and start to notice the underlying patterns of the exam. Additionally, I provide individualized feedback catered to students' specific strengths and weaknesses, which consists of both live feedback as well as targeted assignments. I try to do all of this within a patient, encouragement-filled learning space.

Thank you for your time and consideration, and please feel free to reach out at any time with questions or to begin working together!

Some of my qualifications include:
- 2380 SAT score (equates to ~1590/1600)
- 36 ACT score
- 5 on the AP English Language & Composition Exam
- 5 on the AP English Literature Exam
- 5 on the AP European History Exam
- 5 on the AP Psychology Exam
- 800/800 on the SAT Writing section
- 790/800 on the SAT Reading section
- 790/800 on the SAT Math section
- 36/36 on the ACT Reading section
- 36/36 on the ACT English section
- 36/36 on the ACT Math section
- 35/36 on the ACT Science section


Education

University of Virginia
Philosophy

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ACT English

ACT English

I have helped many students improve their score by over 5-15 points on the ACT Reading/English sections. I have done so by emphasizing a testing-based approach that breaks the section down to a science, making it easily repeatable and consistent. Furthermore, I like to dig into each student's particular weaknesses, be they time issues, content gaps, or even nerves, and pay extra attention to them specifically.
ACT Math

ACT Math

I have helped many students improve their score by over 5-15 points on the ACT Math section. I have done so by emphasizing a testing-based approach that breaks the section down to a science, making it easily repeatable and consistent. Furthermore, I like to dig into each student's particular weaknesses, be they time issues, content gaps, or even nerves, and pay extra attention to them specifically.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

I have helped many students improve their score by 5-15 points on the ACT Reading/Writing sections. I have done so by emphasizing a testing-based approach that breaks the section down to a science, making it easily repeatable and consistent. Furthermore, I like to dig into each student's particular weaknesses, be they time issues, content gaps, or even nerves, and pay extra attention to them specifically.
ACT Science

ACT Science

I have helped many students improve their score by over 5-15 points on the ACT Science section. I have done so by emphasizing a testing-based approach that breaks the section down to a science (no pun intended), making it easily repeatable and consistent. Furthermore, I like to dig into each student's particular weaknesses, be they time issues, content gaps, or even nerves, and pay extra attention to them specifically.
PSAT

PSAT

I teach both the PSAT/SAT Reading & Writing module (Verbal/English/ELA section) and the PSAT/SAT Math module (Quantitative section). I provide both an overview of how to best approach the test and specifically tailored practice meant to zero in on and eliminate a student's weaknesses one by one. This targeted approach is the best method for retention and thoroughness and consistently yields 100+ point score improvements over the course of a few weeks.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have helped many students improve their score by over 100-200 points on the SAT Math section, including a few by over 250 points. I have done so by emphasizing a testing-based approach that breaks the section down to a science, making it easily repeatable and consistent. Furthermore, I like to dig into each student's particular weaknesses, be they time issues, content gaps, or even nerves, and pay extra attention to them specifically.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

I have helped many students improve their score by over 100-200 points on the SAT Reading/Writing section, including a few by over 250 points. I have done so by emphasizing a testing-based approach that breaks the section down to a science, making it easily repeatable and consistent. Furthermore, I like to dig into each student's particular weaknesses, be they time issues, content gaps, or even nerves, and pay extra attention to them specifically.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

I have helped many students improve their score by over 100-200 points on the SAT Reading/Writing section, including a few by over 250 points. I have done so by emphasizing a testing-based approach that breaks the section down to a science, making it easily repeatable and consistent. Furthermore, I like to dig into each student's particular weaknesses, be they time issues, content gaps, or even nerves, and pay extra attention to them specifically.
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
Geometry
Literature
Prealgebra
Precalculus
Trigonometry
Writing
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very knowledgeable patient and caring

John has provided excellent tutoring to my daughter, both in English and Math. He provides a good summary of the progress status after each session and gives a genuine assessment of the areas of improvement. He was very patient and adaptive to my daughter's level and gradually worked to improve her score.

Abdul, 8 lessons with John

Super knowledgeable!

John started with helping my son with SAT prep, but has branched out into helping him with algebra 2 homework. John is super capable with both math and English/grammar assistance. Bottom line, my son never mumbles or grumbles about a session booked with John, which speaks volumes, and as my son has said “I learned more from him than a year and a half in school!”

Sylvia, 19 lessons with John

ACT math prep

John helped my daughter with some practice tests and review of relevant equations. He provided useful documentation. I would recommend him for math preparation.

John, 1 lesson with John

Patient and Encouraging

John has been helping our son prepare for the SAT. We have been impressed with how patient and encouraging he has been. John never makes our son feel uncomfortable if he gets an answer wrong or simply doesn’t understand something. He explains the material very clearly and in a way that makes the subject easier to understand. John is also a great communicator and gives very detailed and helpful feedback after every lesson. We are grateful to have found him.

Kimberly, 9 lessons with John

Great tutor

My son is preparing for the SAT, John has clarified a lot of things for him, and showed him ways to get to the answer faster! We are very satisfied with his services!

Arijeta, 11 lessons with John

great session

Great teacher. He delivered exactly what we had hoped we would get from this session. Covered all the topics

Anonymous, 2 lessons with John

Patient and knowledgeable Tutor

John worked on grammar rules with my daughter. His explanations were thorough, and they covered a tremendous amount of material in an hour. She left the session more knowledgeable and confident.

Emily, 4 lessons with John

John Math and English

John has been teaching both my son and daughter on English and math subjects, He is very patient and prepared for the class. My daughter's math test score is improved through his help.

Tammy, 20 lessons with John

Professional and patient tutor

John is an expert in helping you in any way possible; for me it was the ACT, and he was able to be patient if I couldn’t understand topics fast. His teaching style is very adaptable to your needs and always is willing to help you out. Highly recommend!

Ryan, 33 lessons with John

Great SAT tutor

John is helping with the English section of the SAT and he's been great to work with. Our son is much more of a math mind so John was very quick to give guidance for a non-English student.

Camilla, 3 lessons with John
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