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I'm an undergraduate at Columbia College. I love tutoring students in math, German, SHSAT, and SAT. I believe that I have good communication and pedagogical skills, and a firm understanding of the subject matter. Having come from Germany at the age of eleven, I know the frustration that can come with feeling overwhelmed by coursework. I performed well on standardized exams like the SHSAT and the SAT and can teach test-taking skills that will ultimately lead students to institutions like Stuyvesant H.S. and Columbia.

I am Ivy League educated and have the tools to help students achieve academic success. I am committed to education and inspiring students to achieve a lifelong love of learning and confidence from realizing they can achieve their goals.
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
I am currently attending New York University where I am pursuing a degree in Finance and Statistics. I have previous experience tutoring individuals in math, a subject I have always excelled at academically. My knowledge and interest in mathematics, makes it easy for me to frame and deconstruct seemingly complicated concepts and theories in ways students will be able to understand and remember. Outside of academia I enjoy playing tennis, going to movies, and spending time with friends and family.
I am a graduate of Columbia University with a degree in Drama and Theatre Arts. I taught math and essay writing to my peers in high school and college, and have tutored a close friend in her mathematics courses since junior year of high school. I am most comfortable and passionate about tutoring SAT prep, particularly the Math section and subject tests. I believe in supporting and encouraging my students and making material as accessible as possible, breaking down what may be difficult subject matter into terms and concepts that they already understand. I firmly believe in the potential of every student to grasp material that they may think is out of reach, and aim to reduce the stress factor of studying as much as possible. Outside of tutoring, I am a professional actor and playwright, and in my free time (a rare, mystical thing these days) I enjoy playing guitar and mandolin, practicing yoga, and my PS4.
I am a member of the Brown Class of 2018, pursuing a bachelors degree in mathematics. I graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy in 2014. (I am able to help anyone with the boarding school admissions process.) Outside of academia, I pursue my passions in dance, travel, volunteering, reading and art. My tutoring subjects are mathematics (from elementary school to college level) and standardized testing (SAT, SAT subject tests, PSAT, and SSAT). I have tutored mainly high school students in the New York State Regents exams and AP Calculus, although I also have experience with students in middle and elementary school. Since I have been through many school systems, including public, private, studying abroad, and boarding school, I have learned many different techniques and can attack a problem from various angles. Ultimately, my teaching style is full of tips and tricks to break down complicated topics into simple, more understandable ideas.
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College, Columbia University. In the past, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a public school classroom, a mentor to middle school girls, an instructor and tutor at the literacy education organization 826, and a summer camp counselor. I tutor a diverse range of subjects, and I find that I especially enjoy tutoring language arts, reading, and writing at all levels, from elementary school all the way up to college/grad school test prep. As a tutor, I am committed to helping students reach their full potential as learners. Throughout my years as an educator, I have seen firsthand the remarkable academic growth that can occur when tutors provide students with the individualized support that they need. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, journaling, and learning about other languages and cultures.
I am a new graduate of Pomona College, in Claremont, CA, where I studied Religion and Philosophy. While there, I wrote many papers of a wide variety, working on strong arguments, organization, and phrasing. I peer edited as well as volunteering with groups that mentored high school students, focusing on college admissions work, continuing and expanding my experiences from high school of tutoring for standardized testing. Additionally, I taught beginning violin to younger children.
I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in violin performance at the Juilliard School. I have tutored privately and through Chegg Tutoring, Varsity Tutors, PrepExpert, and iLearn World throughout high school and college, with most of my experience being in standardized test prep and English. The most fulfilling moments that I have with my students are when I see them applying previous lessons and skills to new challenges. I believe that a good teacher not only helps a student tackle specific, formulaic kinds of questions, but also imparts the skills necessary for adapting to the diverse intellectual challenges that life presents. My goal is always for my students to leave their sessions having learned something that will be useful for years to come, not just on the next test that they are preparing for. After all, education is a lifelong process!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you engage with tutoring. Students typically see meaningful gains—often 50-100+ points—within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation, especially when working on weak sections and mastering test-specific strategies. The key is identifying which sections (Verbal, Math, or Reading) need the most work and targeting those areas with deliberate practice.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to understand your current strengths and weaknesses across all three sections. Varsity Tutors connects you with a tutor who will review your results, discuss your target schools and score goals, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs and timeline.
Timing issues often stem from unfamiliar question formats or spending too long on difficult problems. Expert tutors help you develop section-specific strategies—like knowing when to skip and return to questions, recognizing common question patterns, and building speed through repeated practice with real test materials. Timed practice tests are essential for building the rhythm and confidence you need on test day.
The Verbal section challenges many students because it requires strong vocabulary and reading comprehension skills that take time to build. However, every student is different—some find Math reasoning difficult, while others struggle with the Reading Comprehension passages. A tutor can identify your specific weak areas through practice tests and focus your preparation where it matters most.
Test anxiety often comes from feeling unprepared or unfamiliar with question formats. By working through hundreds of practice problems, taking full-length practice tests, and learning proven test-taking strategies, you build genuine confidence in your abilities. Tutors also help you develop mental strategies for staying calm and focused when you encounter difficult questions on test day.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent preparation, though your timeline depends on your starting score and target goals. If you're aiming for a competitive independent school in Manhattan, starting earlier gives you more time to build vocabulary, master Math concepts, and take multiple practice tests. A tutor can help you create a realistic schedule based on your specific situation.
Practice tests reveal exactly where you lose points and help you identify patterns in your mistakes—whether it's timing, careless errors, or conceptual gaps. Taking full-length, timed practice tests also builds test-day stamina and helps you get comfortable with the format and pacing. Expert tutors use your practice test results to guide your study plan and track progress over time.
Look for tutors with deep knowledge of the SSAT format, strong track records helping students improve scores, and experience teaching the specific sections where you need help. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand the nuances of independent school admissions testing and can teach both content and strategic test-taking skills that drive real score improvement.
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