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Sarah H.

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Reading and writing are my jam. I earned a perfect score on the Reading Section of the ACT on my first attempt. I can help you raise your score on the Verbal Section of the SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, or COOP. I have a unique approach that focuses on understanding what each standardized test is truly assessing you on--which the testing companies are rarely upfront about. Once you understand what the tests are looking for, you can use that and the standardized format to 'game' the system and...

Reading and writing are my jam. I earned a perfect score on the Reading Section of the ACT on my first attempt. I can help you raise your score on the Verbal Section of the SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, or COOP. I have a unique approach that focuses on understanding what each standardized test is truly assessing you on--which the testing companies are rarely upfront about. Once you understand what the tests are looking for, you can use that and the standardized format to 'game' the system and achieve your best possible score.

In addition to test prep, I often work with students grades 5-9 to improve their reading and writing skills via novel study, often due to COVID-related learning loss. I have a variety of curriculums for novels like "Ender's Game," "The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle," "Fahrenheit 451" etc that include comprehension questions, vocab, essays, & creative assignments. My students have seen significant improvement in their skills & often become more enthusiastic readers through working with me.

I also have hundreds of hours of experience working with students with ADHD and Autism. I have helped these learners achieve their academic goals, going from the bottom 10 to the top 10 percent of their class, by understanding the unique way their brains work. I’ve taken advanced seminars on teaching ADHD students and learned specific techniques to help these students succeed.

I earned a BA in Theatre from BYU and an MFA in Acting from UNLV in Las Vegas, and I also work as an actor and director. As a result, I have spent years honing my verbal communications skills, which means I am able to communicate in a way students can easily understand. I am an engaging tutor that students look forward to seeing.

Reading and language are truly my first love. When I was in 6th grade, I read a 200 page book every day (what can I say, I was super popular!) My years of obsessive reading & writing have perfectly positioned me to help you improve your skills. Reach out today -- I'd love to help!


Education

Brigham Young University Provo, Utah
Theater Arts
University of Nevada at Las Vegas
Masters
Master of Fine Arts - Acting
Masters

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ACT English

ACT English

4+ Years of Helping Chicago Students Ace the ACT
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

I earned a perfect score on the ACT reading on my first attempt. I've had two different students earn a 36 after working with me--just in the last 6 months. I have over 10 years of experience helping student nationwide learn all the skills--and tips and tricks--to do the same.
American History

American History

I know American History like the back of my hand. Let me help you find the most effective and efficient ways to learn this subject.
PSAT

PSAT

4+ Years of Helping Chicago Students Ace the PSAT!
Reading

Reading

5+ Years of helping students nationwide improve their reading comprehension skills.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

8 years of Helping Students Ace the SAT--got multiple students to 1600 in March 2025!
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

My students typically see dramatic improvement within three months--100-300 points, depending on their starting point. I have a specific system that results in success, and my students generally have a good time working with me too!!
Theater

Theater

BA in Theater from BYU Certificate in Professional Acting from Pacific Conservatory for the Performing Arts
Writing

Writing

I'll teach you how to craft the perfect essay for an class or application.
English
European History
Government & Politics
Literature
Social Studies
SSAT
Vocabulary
World History
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Very thorough and attentive tutor!

I’ve worked with lots of SAT Reading tutors and Sarah the most diligent tutor I’ve had! She tracks my progress in every subject using every single practice question I answer. Her in-session materials and homework are always tailored to my needs to ensure I’m working on areas that need improvement. I’ve seen improvement in every area I’ve covered with Sarah. I’m so grateful to have found Sarah; her tutoring is worth every cent! If you’re looking for a tutor who really cares and works hard for you to succeed, book with Sarah!!

Adriana, 16 lessons with Sarah

Sarah is amazing!

Sarah has helped my son a lot with his SAT reading! I see him improving every class. I am glad we found her and I introduced her to every friend that I know who needs help with 😊!

Iva, 9 lessons with Sarah

Huge Help

Sarah has been amazing for my daughter. She loves how she breaks everything down, and walks her through the steps. Sarah does great to explain the "whys" to everything. We absolutely love Sarah!

Marjorie, 4 lessons with Sarah

Fantastic Experience and Results!

We have used Sarah to help prep my junior daughter for the ACT. The initial tutoring focused on the English section and the results were amazing (9 point swing well into the 30's!). We have continued to use Sarah to assist in reading and science and the progress continues to be amazing. She is patient while still challenging and motivating her students and brings out the best. I cannot recommend Sarah enough!

Shane, 16 lessons with Sarah

Knowledgeable & Patient!

Sarah has been working with my daughter for about a month now. She's been super helpful with the English SAT prep and also diligent in updating me on summarizing their lessons. Highly recommend Sarah!

Lena, 13 lessons with Sarah

Expereinced SAT Tutor

Sarah is a great SAT tutor ! She is working with my son on Reading and Writing section. Already seeing improvement with 3 sessions with her. She has a very mehodical approach and understand SAT testing in detail.

Ruchi , 8 lessons with Sarah

Great teacher

I’ve been working with Sarah for SAT English preparation, and I can confidently say she’s an outstanding tutor. Her teaching style is clear, engaging, and tailored to my learning needs. She helped me improve my reading comprehension, grammar, and essay-writing skills, making challenging concepts much easier to grasp. Sarah provided me with effective strategies for tackling SAT questions, which significantly improved my speed and accuracy. She’s also incredibly patient and encouraging, always taking the time to explain mistakes and guide me on how to improve. Thanks to her support, my practice scores have increased noticeably, and I feel much more confident heading into the actual test. I highly recommend Sarah to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated SAT English tutor!

Matthew, 37 lessons with Sarah

Knowledgeable and thorough tutor!

Every session I had with Sarah helped me to improve my skillset to tackle questions on the SAT. She is very knowledgeable when it comes to grammar rules and also has many tactics and techniques specific to individual question types. She also has many resources to improve areas like vocabulary and grammar. Additionally, she is well organized and makes note of missed questions and other areas of improvement. Sarah is an enthusiastic and educated tutor whom I would highly recommend as an SAT English tutor!

Katharine, 13 lessons with Sarah

Absolutely wonderful and knowledgeable tutor

Her passion for teaching is truly inspiring. She has unique ability to make complex topics understandable. Sarah is motivating tutor who explains things well with real-world examples.

Jovita, 5 lessons with Sarah

A Rare Find in ELA Tutoring

We couldn’t be happier with the progress our sixth-grade son has made with Sarah as his ELA tutor. ELA has always been challenging for him, and he had begun to dread it. For the first time in three years, he’s genuinely excited about ELA! We saw near-immediate improvements after he started working with Sarah—he recently earned a 98 on his ELA test, a success he attributes directly to her sessions. Writing used to be a major source of stress—he would often blank out when he had to put his thoughts into words. However, with Sarah’s guidance, he now feels organized, prepared, and his confidence has soared. He truly enjoys their sessions, which go far beyond a standard “read silently and answer a few questions” routine. There’s constant dialogue that keeps him engaged, and Sarah does a fantastic job weaving in new vocabulary. Her detailed summaries after each session keep us informed and allow us to see his growth step-by-step. What truly stands out is Sarah’s ability to assess his needs so precisely. While previous tutors struggled to identify his weaknesses, Sarah was able to pinpoint them after just one session. Her targeted support has been exactly what he needed, and we’re grateful for the difference she’s made. Highly recommend Sarah!

Julianne, 42 lessons with Sarah