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Experienced Yale graduate who tutors AP, ACT, SAT, SSAT, and Writing
Patrick S.

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I am a retired English teacher who knows AP, college-level literature and composition and my test prep students average significant increases (5pts+ ACT) IN any language area test. I am solid in SSAT and ISEE including math, but really focus on verbal. I have edited master's theses in MLA and APA formats as well as numerous other graduate level papers in the areas of nursing, engineering and business. My critical essay about John O'Brien's "The Assault on Tony's is included in "Cafe Abyss"...

I am a retired English teacher who knows AP, college-level literature and composition and my test prep students average significant increases (5pts+ ACT) IN any language area test. I am solid in SSAT and ISEE including math, but really focus on verbal. I have edited master's theses in MLA and APA formats as well as numerous other graduate level papers in the areas of nursing, engineering and business. My critical essay about John O'Brien's "The Assault on Tony's is included in "Cafe Abyss" (due for release November, 2019.
I hike, write, do yoga, read and garden when I'm not engaged helping students. I aim my energy at getting the best thinking and product from those whom I tutor.

Decades of writing, editing public speaking, coaching athletics as well as academic competition have made me a successful motivator and communicator.

I can guide you through MLA and APA research, prep you for any exam, and sharpen your critical reading, thinking and writing. College application essays are a specialty.

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Education

Yale College
English
University of Florida
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

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  • Hourly Rate: $68
  • Rate details: Discount 10% for multiple sessions totaling over 5 hours
  • Lesson cancellation: 16 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 6/26/2021

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ACT English

ACT English

Average ACT English score 33 after sessions.
ACT Reading

ACT Reading

In the past three years, students whose prior scores were above 25 and under 30 showed an average improvement of 5 point on their composite scores, and students at 30 or 31 went up an average of 3 points to a 33 or 34.
English

English

I have decades of experience in teaching writing and critical analysis for students from 7th grade through graduate school.
Football

Football

I played football for over twenty years and was a head high school coach in Ohio whose teams won league titles and whose players receive scholarships to schools including Ohio State. I know every technique and training program. I am currently willing to assist players and parents evaluate the degree to which immersion in the game makes sense and to what level a young person should reasonably aspire.
ISEE

ISEE

I have tutored hundred of SSAT, ACT, ISEE, PSAT, Regents and CHSPE students, emphasizing primarily Verbal, Writing, and Reading, but time management, test strategies, and test confidence are also priorities. I am very solid in math through Algebra and geometry.
Literature

Literature

I have an M.A. in Literature and have published criticism (lately, in a 2019 collection regarding John O'Brien, author of "Leaving Las Vegas" entitled "Cafe Abyss"). I have a B.A. in English from Yale and AP teaching experience as well as editorial background.
Praxis

Praxis

I had over ten student teachers in my teaching career, served as an NCATE Examiner, and worked on the validation team for the Ohio Licensure Exam in Language Arts for grades 7-12.
Reading

Reading

I can typically diagnose a student's lexile level within minutes and craft a growth plan based on the starting point. Working through dyslexia and ADHD often require some methodical approaches by the student, and accelerated readers often need to work on nuances and stylistic elements, but in terms of any student's reading goals, the elements of success are known and measurable as we progress and immerse in more challenging texts.
Regents

Regents

I have prepared students for an array of standardized tests in several states and my classes have always scored above the school averages. I have also taught AP Language and Composition and Language and Literature, so the Regents Exam falls well within my skill set for ELA.
SSAT

SSAT

I've been preparing students for SSAT and ISEE for almost two years and have had tutees matriculate at Andover, Exeter, Cate, and Choate.
Writing

Writing

I have ten years' experience in higher education and frequently line-edit/proofread graduate theses and dissertations. I am also experienced in shaping written work to word and space requirements from work in journalism.
American History
Grammar
Proofreading
PSAT
Vocabulary
World History

Examples of Expertise

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Amazing Tutor

My daughter loved working with Patrick. She learned so much from him in such a short time. He is very knowledgeable and patient. He goes straight to the point and doesn't waste any time.

Karla, 12 lessons with Patrick

Best Tutor

Patrick is very knowledgable and patient. His calmness and wise encouragement makes the student feel inspired and confident to learn more. My daughter worked with him consistently over the last year to prepare for SATs and application essay review. She is now a junior at Phillips! Thank you Patrick!

Kandice, 64 lessons with Patrick

Great Teacher

Patrick S is an excellent teacher; he is very patient and understanding, and always takes time to explain things clearly to my son. His lessons are comfortable for my son and encouraging, which really helps build his confidence. He is also skilled in communication and offering suggestions.

Dionnie, 37 lessons with Patrick

Consistent, available and willing to listen to my ideas as a tutor

Patrick has helped me polish my essays/supplements for each college. We have discussed how to format each school's supplement so that they are individualized. Just being able to talk through each one has helped me write better for the next one. Thank you.

Jacob, 4 lessons with Patrick

Excellent tutor!

We haven't gotten the score back yet, but we feel confident that Patrick's tutelage will help my son add a significant amount of points to his first time taking the test. Highly recommended!

Kristian, 7 lessons with Patrick

Excellent Tutor

Patrick has been helping my twin girls to prepare for their exams. They have always come out of each lesson feeling very positive. They have found the Lessons useful. As a parent, I found Patrick very easy to talk to. He is patient and friendly and gives regular updates on their performance. Though my girls are in England, he always works around a convenient time for us. We are grateful we chose Patrick.

Bola, 6 lessons with Patrick

Great feedback

Patrick always gives great and honest feedback. He is tutoring my son for the ACTs. My son likes him; he is very attentive.

Dionnie, 37 lessons with Patrick

Outstanding Tutor!

Patrick has been an incredible support for my son since his sophomore year, when my son began working with him for ELA. This past year, during his junior year, Patrick’s guidance was especially helpful with AP Language and Composition. He helped my son build the confidence and skills needed to succeed with both assignments and the AP exam. Patrick is knowledgeable, patient, and connects well with students, making challenging material much more manageable. We’re very grateful for his support and look forward to working with him again in senior year. Highly recommended!

jewel, 25 lessons with Patrick

Great Tutor

Patrick is a great tutor. He knows the subject matter is very efficient, effective and caring. Looking forward to working with him in the future

Issa, 37 lessons with Patrick

Huge help with my essay

Patrick helped me proofread my essay, and we workshopped a good intro and fleshed out the connection to the text as a whole. I strongly recommend him if you need help on a writing assignment.

William, 3 lessons with Patrick
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