Top SAT Tutors serving Washington DC
Sarah: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...to love watching a student's face light up after realizing they finally understand. There's nothing better than knowing you helped them get to that point. Currently a senior at BYU, I study Interdisciplinary Humanities and English. I'm the oldest of a large family in Maryland, just outside of DC. If all goes as planned, I'll be a graduate student at the University of Maryland-College Park next fall! I work with students of all ages.
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Brigham Young University - Current Undergrad, Interdisciplinary Humanities-English
Maryanne: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...Studies and Consumer Psychology. While at UPenn, I was involved in working with K-12 students in the surrounding West Philadelphia public schools. My experiences working with students during college propelled me to apply for the program Teach for America before graduation. Teach for America places recent college graduates and working professionals in schools located in low-income areas. I moved to Phoenix upon graduation to teach elementary school in a public charter school. Since that time,...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 700
Lena: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...from The University of Pennsylvania. I have always had a passion and a knack for all types of math and hands-on mechanics. When I was in high school, I restored a 1966 Morris Minor which is the British car that preceded the Mini Cooper. Over the summers I would tutor kids in my neighborhood in math and work on my car. In college my favorite classes were my mechanical labs, robotics, and environmental sciences. After...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics
Patrick: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...a concentration in international security issues. A lover of history and politics, I enjoy teaching students in these topics particularly, but also have a deep passion for writing and public speaking. I am also available for SAT and ACT test preparation. I find it extremely enriching to help students see the potential in themselves when it comes to a standardized test or a speech mainly because I remember being in the same positions not too...
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Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32
Seth: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...a Master of Arts in Teaching to be a high school social studies teacher. I tutored peers in college in subjects like US History and political science, and I have worked with basic reading and math skills with New American elementary students in Vermont. During my junior year of college, I spent several months in Cuba, where I tutored both elementary school students and adults in English. Helping students understand new concepts is one of...
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Connecticut College - Bachelors, International Relations
Towson University - Current Grad Student, Master's of Arts in Teaching- Secondary Social Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 800
Nora: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
I am a recent graduate of American University in Washington, DC, where I took many courses in English Language Teaching. Most of my tutoring experience is in ESL and Algebra, both of which fascinate me, but I am also very passionate about SAT tutoring. I love seeing students improve their understanding of the material and come to enjoy studying and learning, especially when the subject initially felt daunting.
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American University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Craig: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...tutoring Economics through my university's tutoring center, but soon branched out to local junior high and high schools where I focused on tutoring Math. While I always enjoyed tutoring undergraduate students, I found great satisfaction in teaching Math to struggling teenagers. From my experiences, I learned that anyone can tackle basic mathematical ideas if they are given proper patience and instruction. Furthermore, I have learned that every student has a unique style of learning. My...
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Wake Forest University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematical-Economics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 31
Matt: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...Diseases. I then went on to complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is to go to medical school,...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Kate: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...I love school, and I miss having it as a part of my life! By working with Varsity Tutors, I hope to help students of all ages reach their full academic potential in a variety of subjects. As an MBA grad, I am well versed in all business-related courses: economics, marketing, leadership and teamwork, accounting, even public speaking. I also have a strong background in Civics and Government, from when I received my Bachelor's Degree...
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The College of New Jersey - Bachelors, Criminology
University of Maryland-College Park - Masters, Masters of Business Administration
Alyssa: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
I have been teaching biology and microbiology at CCBC and Stevenson for a year and a half. I particularly enjoy teaching one-on-one. I am patient and kind and I experience identifying what a person needs (dedication, repetition, or discussion/understanding) to learn different concepts.
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California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo - Bachelors, Food Science
University of Canterbury - Masters, Microbiology
Lorna: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...in Ecology and Environmental Biology, with minors in Chemistry and Art History; I am in the process of applying for graduate school to study Environmental Sustainability. My love of nature and the outdoors really strengthened my desire to pursue a career in environmental science. Although science is what I have chosen to study, I am extremely strong in the areas of reading, writing, editing, history and general social studies. In high school I excelled in...
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University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Biology, Chemistry Minor
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 740
Ugonna: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
I recently obtained a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from University of Maryland College Park. Growing up I always wished my teachers broke down math topics in a way that made learning interesting. I am here to implement that because knowledge is power. Obtaining power is suppose to be fun. Specifically make math fun.
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University of Maryland-College Park - Associate in Science, Aerospace Engineering
Ben: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...but I have a wide range of interests and abilities. I enjoy soccer, basketball, football, tennis, biking, board riding, exploring nature, cooking, eating, dancing, playing music, reading, and solving puzzles and problems. I try to have fun and be grateful every day. I enjoy my day job as an IT Specialist with Peace Corps, a federal agency whose values I share and whose work I love. My goal as a tutor is to help students...
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Marketing
Carnegie Mellon University - Masters, Public Policy and Management
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700
GRE Verbal: 164
Henry: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...student from a good one, and a prospective applicant from an approved one. My primary focus is to help students with mastering the writing process: planning, drafting, rewriting, editing, and revising. I work on increasing the confidence of the writer as well as helping them find the joy in crafting a well written work. I also frequently work with students on: Scholarship Application Essays College Application Essays Grad School Application Essays Research Driven Writing Academic...
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College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, English
College of William and Mary - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Dhruv: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
I'm a graduate from the University of Virginia having studied Economics & Psychology, with a minor in History, and I am currently obtaining my MBA from the Darden School of Business through the University of Virginia. I have been tutoring for about five years and I enjoy working with students to help them realize their passions for learning. I look forward to working with you!
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Tommy: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...I just graduated from Notre Dame with a degree in computer science. My teaching style is simple and relaxed, putting an emphasis on what students know already and building from there. The biggest teaching mistake I believe exists is starting from a concept that a student doesn't understand and unknowingly confusing them more. My goal is to get students excited about what they're learning and constantly remind them of the "why": how it all matters...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science
Laura: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...school levels. I began tutoring as a high school student where I worked with other students in my school district tutoring mostly math and science. Then, before attending college I spent 6 months teaching English in Peru. Last year, as a sophomore in college, I was a TA for the Spanish Department, responsible for creating and executing my own lesson plans for two one-hour classes per week for Spanish 102, grading homework and designing my...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Anthropology/PreMed
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800
Noa: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...Regional Studies. I have 9 years of experience as a teacher of English and French as second languages, tutoring SAT and ACT, assisting with the American college admissions process, and tutoring a variety of AP and IB subjects. As a lover of languages and a traveler, some of my favorite subjects to teach are reading, writing, French, and world history, but I also love turning standardized test prep into a game to help students succeed...
Education & Certification
Barnard College of Columbia University - Bachelor in Arts, Near and Middle Eastern Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Emily: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. I have an extensive background in biology and related areas including genetics, molecular biology, and evolution. Additionally, I have an academic background in math and I minored in Spanish in college. My experience with tutoring has been both formal and informal, beginning with helping younger siblings and friends with homework. In college I was an undergraduate teaching assistant for an Introduction to Genetics course. Over the past 4 years during...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Johns Hopkins University - Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
GRE: 330
GRE Verbal: 168
Isabelle: Washington DC SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Washington, DC
...and 10th grade this coming year. I'm also currently pursuing a Masters of Science in Education through Johns Hopkins where I am learning even more about how to be the best culturally responsive teacher I can be. Before working in DC Public Schools, I studied English at Sewanee: The University of the South and worked there as a writing tutor for three years. I love examining a good story with my students and guiding them...
Education & Certification
Sewanee-The University of the South - Bachelor in Arts, English
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Science, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 34
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Varsity Tutors can refer you to knowledgeable Washington DC SAT tutors in as little as 24 hours. The SAT is a standardized test acknowledged by colleges and universities across the globe. Earning a good score can help your college application stand out from the countless others colleges receive, but that doesn't mean it's easy. Investing in professional Washington DC SAT tutoring can be a great way to review both the academic concepts and test-taking techniques you'll need to pursue academic success. Please keep reading for more information.
What are the benefits of working with Washington DC SAT tutors near me?
Many SAT prep products divide their time equally between each of the test's four sections (Math, Reading, Writing/Language, Essay). That's probably a good idea for some students, but is it the right fit for you? Private Washington DC SAT tutors can design study sessions around your unique areas of opportunity to enhance your efficiency.
For instance, let's say you're confident in your knowledge of English language conventions but tense up a little around numbers. Your Washington DC SAT tutoring sessions can concentrate on math until you signal that you'd like to work on something else. You won't find comparable freedom to study at your own pace in a traditional classroom setting.
Your instructor can incorporate your preferred learning style into your study sessions. A visual learner can use flashcards to add new words to their lexicon, while an auditory learner could get more out of repeating words and their definitions out loud. Kinesthetic learners can even complete practice problems during their private study sessions to get more comfortable with a challenging question type.
Studying with Washington DC SAT tutors allows you to work in a private learning environment that revolves around your needs. Since you are the only student your academic mentor is working with during your study sessions, any questions you have can be answered promptly. In fact, some students find it a lot easier to ask a trusted tutor for assistance than a classroom teacher they don't know as well. A private instructor can also provide constructive criticism on your work more quickly than somebody who needs to grade a bunch of papers.
Can I review the exam's formatting during Washington DC SAT tutoring sessions?
Academic subjects are an important component of SAT prep, but they're not the only one. Knowing how to leverage the exam against itself is at least as important if you hope to reach for your goals. Washington DC SAT tutors can provide valuable tips on how to approach each section of the test to improve your self-confidence heading into exam day.
For example, the entire SAT utilizes a multiple-choice format except for the optional Essay section. If you feel stumped, your instructor can teach you how to eliminate some of the incorrect choices to raise the effectiveness of any guesses you make. You might consider skipping an item temporarily in case a subsequent question contains information that helps you answer it. Just make sure you go back and put something down, as there's no penalty for guessing incorrectly on the SAT.
Other tips are geared toward a specific section of the exam. For example, the SAT's Mathematics section is divided into two subsections, one of which allows the use of an approved calculator. While it can be tempting to double-check your arithmetic whenever you can, doing so can burn too much of your time. Your instructor can teach you when and how to use your calculator efficiently.
Similarly, you probably won't have enough time to go back and read the SAT's reading passages for every question. Washington DC SAT tutors can show you active reading techniques such as note-taking to help you retain more of what you read the first time. You can read the questions before their associated passage to get a sense of exactly what you're searching for.
Likewise, working from an outline can be a great way to approach your Essay. It may seem like a bad idea to spend some of your 50 minutes on something that won't be graded, but following an outline can make it easier to produce a cohesive piece of writing with a clear focus on what the graders are looking for. It can save you time in the long run, as you'll have something to refer back to in case writer's block strikes.
You can even take practice exams under realistic test-taking conditions during your Washington DC SAT tutoring sessions to get a sense of what the assessment might be like beforehand. Experiencing how long you have to finish first hand can make it easier to budget your time appropriately. If you're dealing with test anxiety, understanding the test's formatting may help alleviate it. You can review your responses with your instructor to help you understand why you missed some of the practice questions.
Are you sure that Washington DC SAT tutoring can work with my busy lifestyle?
Varsity Tutors understands how busy you are, so we try to make formal Washington DC SAT tutoring as convenient as it can possibly be. We do all of the research that goes into finding a great private instructor, allowing you to concentrate on more important matters. We make an extra effort to find you an instructor who can accommodate your scheduling needs, mitigating annoying schedule conflicts. We can even set you up with online or in-person instruction for an added layer of flexibility. The choice is yours.
If you opt to meet with Washington DC SAT tutors online, your sessions will take place on our exclusive Live Learning Platform. Our platform is essentially an online classroom that may be accessed anywhere with a stable internet connection, making it just as easy to study from home as it is at the Georgetown Public Library. Why travel out of your way when a great study experience is available on your favorite mobile device?
Our platform offers several powerful features that can deliver a face-to-face study experience comparable to anything you could get in-person. A shared document editor and virtual whiteboard allow your instructor to watch your approach as you work, so they can get you back on the right track if you make an error. Similarly, practice problems can be integrated directly into our platform for added convenience. Video chat functionality helps you forge a real personal connection with your instructor. Best of all, our platform records all sessions automatically so you can go back and review them again and again. Who knew private instruction could be so easy?
How can I connect with certified Washington DC SAT tutors near me today?
If you tried to find the best Washington DC SAT tutors on your own, you would need to verify that any prospective instructor had the test knowledge, communication ability, and scheduling flexibility that you're looking for. It might sound easy enough, but there's usually some trial and error involved. Why not spare yourself some hassle and trust the experts at Varsity Tutors to find you a private instructor who has the skills to help you work toward your goals? Friendly educational consultants are standing by to answer any questions you might have, so reach out by phone or online today for more information!
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