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Northwestern Grad SAT/ACT Tutor
Andy B.

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I try to forge a deep understanding of my students' thinking. For me the most important lesson learned from taking a standardized test is becoming more aware about your own thinking. I'll help you get the most out of your strengths as a test-taker, and develop a better understanding of your own cognitive patterns and habits at the same time. I also have a healthy respect for the amount of pressure that test-taking places on students' shoulders. As such, I do my best to make my sessions as...

I try to forge a deep understanding of my students' thinking. For me the most important lesson learned from taking a standardized test is becoming more aware about your own thinking. I'll help you get the most out of your strengths as a test-taker, and develop a better understanding of your own cognitive patterns and habits at the same time. I also have a healthy respect for the amount of pressure that test-taking places on students' shoulders. As such, I do my best to make my sessions as engaging as possible, and only assign homework that is absolutely necessary to reinforce in-session learning. No busy work allowed.

I have taught and tutoring the SAT and ACT for over fifteen years. I worked as a teacher and tutor for the Princeton Review, tutored Latin and Math at the Trinity Middle School, and developed and taught an SAT class at Groundwork for Success (an after-school program) in East New York. I also work with middle-school aged students preparing for the Specialized High School Exam in NYC, and the SSAT/ISEE.

I have general availability for tutoring during weekdays from 10AM-9PM. I look forward to helping you close in on your academic goals!

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Northwestern University
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  • Hourly Rate: $200
  • Rate details: Currently available for remote sessions only
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 6/5/2025

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ACT English

ACT English

I have tutored over ten students on ACT English in the past four years, including just finishing up two tutorials for the September test date. I also took the ACT as a high school student and received a 32 composite score, and again as a trainee at The Princeton review, when I scored a 34 on the English section.
ACT Math

ACT Math

I took the ACT as a trainee at The Princeton review, when I scored a 31 on the Math section.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

I was trained to teach the ACT Reading at The Princeton Review in 2007. I have tutored over ten students on this test in the past four years, including just finishing up two tutorials for the September test date. I also took the ACT as a trainee at The Princeton review, when I scored a 35 on the Reading section.
ACT Science

ACT Science

I also took the ACT as a high school student and received a 32 composite score, and again as a trainee at The Princeton review, when I scored a 36 on the Science section.
ISEE

ISEE

I was trained to teach and tutor for the ISEE and SSAT at The Princeton Review in 2004. Since then, I have taught ISEE and SSAT classes, and tutored over 15 students for the tests over the last four years alone. I keep myself updated on all the changes to the test content through the ERB website and their preparation manual, "What to Expect on the ISEE". My students have all seen score improvement after their work with me, and many have gone on to attend their first choice high school.
PSAT

PSAT

I was trained to teach the PSAT at The Princeton Review in 2002, and retrained for the then-new PSAT in 2006. I was a Nation Merit Finalist as a result of my PSAT score (Math 78, reading 74).
SAT Math

SAT Math

I was trained to teach the SAT math at The Princeton Review in 2002, and retrained for the then-new SAT in 2006. I scored a 780 on the math section in high school.
SAT Reading

SAT Reading

I have tutored over 15 students on the SAT reading in the past four years, and currently teach a Prep Class for the brand new test in East New York. I scored a 750 on the Verbal section of the SAT in high school.
SAT Writing

SAT Writing

I was trained to teach the SAT II Writing test at the Princeton Review in 2003, and retrained for the then-new SAT Writing in 2006. I have consistently scored an average of 780 on the Reading and Writing section of the new SAT on Khan Academy's practice tests.
SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

I have worked with students throughout the tri-state area for over 20 years, helping them build out their reading and math foundations while preparing them with the right strategies to maximize their scores. My former students have been accepted to Stuy, Bronx Science, Brooklyn Tech, S.I. Tech, and Brooklyn Latin.
SSAT

SSAT

I was trained to teach and tutor for the SSAT at The Princeton Review in 2004. Since then, I have taught SSAT classes, and keep myself updated on all the changes to the test content through the SSAT website and their preparation manual, "The Official Guide to the SSAT". My students have all seen score improvement after their work with me, and many have gone on to attend their first choice high school.
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Knowledgeable and Understanding Tutor

Andy B. was great! He was very helpful in providing strategies to apply, whilst teaching me more about Standard English Conventions, and really taking the time to understand why I was frustrated and work with me. He was also able to analyze my past PSAT and practice exams to find out what would be most beneficial for me and my score. Not only was he helpful, but he was also a very kind and curious teacher, building relationships with kids and understanding HOW to teach, which is super important. I will definitely use it again and recommend it to friends!! :)

Miriam, 2 lessons with Andy
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