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John

Certified Tutor

16+ years

John

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
John's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

After scoring a 36 ACT composite and earning a BFA with an English concentration, John knows how sentences are built — and more importantly, how they break. He teaches the SAT Writing and Language section through the lens of editing and revision, training students to spot where a passage loses its l...

Education

University of St Thomas

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Associates, Acting

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1420
ACT
36
Elliot

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Elliot

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
Elliot's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

Elliot's neuroscience PhD required writing and revising dense, argument-driven prose where every transition had to earn its place and every clause needed grammatical precision — the exact editing instincts the SAT Writing and Language section tests. He teaches students to diagnose each question by t...

Education

Hampshire College

Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science

Vanderbilt University

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1540
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Alex

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Alex's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

Most SAT Writing and Language mistakes come from the same handful of grammar patterns: subject-verb agreement across long modifying phrases, comma splices disguised by transition words, and misplaced modifiers. Alex's 1590 SAT score reflects deep familiarity with these traps, and he teaches students...

Education

Washington and Lee University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1590
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Elena

Juris Doctor, Law
Elena's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Mathematics
SAT Reading

Most SAT Writing and Language mistakes come down to a handful of grammar rules — subject-verb agreement across long clauses, comma splices, pronoun ambiguity — and Elena drills those patterns until students spot errors almost reflexively. Her 1600 SAT and her legal writing training at UChicago give ...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor in Arts

University of Chicago Law School

Juris Doctor, Law

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1600

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

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 su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Anna

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Middle School Science
PSAT Writing Skills

Medical school admissions forced Anna to write and revise under pressure — personal statements, research abstracts, clinical case reports — all genres where every word has to earn its place and sloppy grammar kills credibility. She brings that same editorial ruthlessness to the SAT Writing and Langu...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Northwestern University

Graduated (Honors Program in Medical Education)

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1590
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

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 ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Chelain

PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. C
Chelain's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital.

Education

Thomas Jefferson University

PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. C

Swarthmore College

Bachelors, Biology, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

Michelle

Current Grad Student, M.D.
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Calculus

Comma splices, misplaced modifiers, and subject-verb agreement buried in complex sentences — the SAT Writing and Language section tests grammar rules most students have never been explicitly taught. Michelle scored a 1570 composite and approaches this section by drilling the specific conventions the...

Education

Baylor College of Medicine

Current Grad Student, M.D.

Rice University

Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Logan

Master of Divinity, Ministry
Logan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I'm eager to teach students how to make connections and understand any part of the world they need!

Education

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Master of Divinity, Ministry

University of Kentucky

Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1400
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Perry

Bachelor of Science in Biology
Perry's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra
AP Chemistry

I am an incoming medical student at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. I graduated from Rice University in 2025 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in Medical Humanities and Business.

Education

Rice University

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Test Scores
SAT
1570

Certified Tutor

Miranda

Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies
Miranda's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SSAT- Upper Level

Scoring 1560 on the SAT means Miranda knows exactly how the Writing and Language section tries to trip students up — from misplaced modifiers to subtle pronoun-antecedent errors buried in long passages. Her background writing and peer-editing research papers at Pomona sharpened her instinct for spot...

Education

Pomona College

Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

Violet

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Violet's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Multivariable Calculus

Punctuation and transition questions on the SAT Writing and Language section follow a surprisingly small set of rules — semicolon usage, comma splices, paragraph-level cohesion — and Violet teaches students to spot the pattern each question is testing before even looking at the answer choices. With ...

Education

Brown University (transferring from the University of St Andrews)

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Dennis

Bachelor of Science, Finance and Statistics
Dennis's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Statistics

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 seem...

Education

New York University

Bachelor of Science, Finance and Statistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Joey

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
Joey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Geometry
Calculus

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...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Test Scores
SAT
1570

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Perry

Geometry Tutor • +19 Subjects

I am an incoming medical student at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. I graduated from Rice University in 2025 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in Medical Humanities and Business.

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Miranda

Calculus Tutor • +34 Subjects

Scoring 1560 on the SAT means Miranda knows exactly how the Writing and Language section tries to trip students up — from misplaced modifiers to subtle pronoun-antecedent errors buried in long passages. Her background writing and peer-editing research papers at Pomona sharpened her instinct for spotting the rhetorical and grammatical choices the test rewards. Rated 5.0 by students.

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Violet

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +29 Subjects

Punctuation and transition questions on the SAT Writing and Language section follow a surprisingly small set of rules — semicolon usage, comma splices, paragraph-level cohesion — and Violet teaches students to spot the pattern each question is testing before even looking at the answer choices. With a 1550 SAT composite and a background that spans public school, boarding school at Exeter, and Brown, she's internalized multiple writing conventions and knows which ones the College Board actually cares about.

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Dennis

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +21 Subjects

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.

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Joey

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +21 Subjects

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.

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Eric

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects

Eric's 1570 SAT means he's already proven he can ace the Writing and Language section under real testing conditions — and his business writing background gives him a practical eye for the concision and clarity the College Board rewards. He teaches students to attack each passage by identifying the question type first (punctuation rule, transition logic, or add/delete decision) and then applying the specific principle instead of relying on what "sounds right."

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Phillip

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects

I'm a rising junior at Brown University studying biomedical engineering. I have lots of experience in middle school through college level instruction in STEM and SAT/ACT prep. My goal is to provide a fun and productive learning environment by only teaching subjects that I am passionate about.

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Austin

Elementary Math Tutor • +35 Subjects

Scoring 1570 on the SAT gave Austin deep familiarity with the Writing and Language section's recurring traps — misplaced modifiers, comma splices disguised as style choices, and transitions that sound right but break the passage's logic. His Classics and Philosophy training means he can explain the grammatical rules behind each correction, so students internalize patterns instead of guessing.

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Sherry

Middle School Math Tutor • +34 Subjects

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.

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Nishad

Calculus Tutor • +24 Subjects

I am a first year medical student at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. I have been a private tutor in the past in subjects such as math, biology, chemistry, and the SATs and every single one of my more than twenty students have shown significant improvement. Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, and your needs and preferences as the learner will always be paramount. I hope to help every one of my students reach every bit of their potential, and along the way, to utterly shatter any self-induced limitations that have been placed upon what they can accomplish.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Score improvement depends on your starting point and how much you practice. Students typically see 40-80 point improvements with focused preparation over 2-3 months, though some students gain more with consistent effort and personalized instruction. The key is identifying your specific weak areas—whether that's grammar rules, reading comprehension within the section, or time management—and targeting those directly. Working with a tutor helps you avoid wasting time on skills you've already mastered and concentrate on what actually holds your score back.

Students typically struggle with three main areas: rushing through passages and missing context clues needed to answer questions correctly, confusing similar grammar rules (like when to use a comma versus a semicolon), and misunderstanding what the question is actually asking. Many test-takers also lose points by not reading the full sentence or paragraph for context, which is crucial since the Writing and Language section tests grammar within the context of actual passages. A tutor can help you slow down strategically, build a system for catching these patterns in your own work, and develop question-reading habits that catch tricky wording before you answer.

The Writing and Language section gives you 35 minutes for 44 questions, which works out to about 45-50 seconds per question. A solid strategy is to read each passage actively (about 2-3 minutes per passage) while marking potential errors, then answer questions as you go rather than re-reading. Some students benefit from answering easier questions first within each passage to build momentum, then returning to trickier ones. The real time-saver, though, is reducing the urge to re-read—if you read actively the first time, noting grammar issues and tone shifts, you'll answer more questions efficiently. A tutor can help you practice this pacing with real passages so it becomes automatic on test day.

For focused improvement, aim to practice the Writing and Language section 1-2 times per week alongside targeted skill drills. Taking full practice tests every 2-3 weeks (rather than constantly) helps you build stamina and test-day confidence without burning out. The real value comes from what you do after: review every single question you missed or guessed on, identify patterns in your errors (Do you always miss questions about commas? Struggle with tone? Rush through one type of question?), and focus your next practice session on those specific skills. Tutors excel at this review process—they catch patterns you might miss on your own and design your study plan around what actually needs work.

It's actually both, in a way that trips up many students. While you do need solid grammar knowledge, roughly 30% of the section tests your ability to understand context, tone, and meaning within the passage—skills that feel more like reading comprehension. You might need to choose between two grammatically correct answers, but only one fits the author's tone or the paragraph's main point. This is why some students with strong grammar knowledge still struggle—they're not reading for meaning and rhetorical purpose. The best preparation combines grammar drills with passage reading practice, so you develop both skills and learn to think about why an answer is correct, not just that it follows a rule.

Start by taking a full, timed practice test of just the Writing and Language section, then categorize every wrong answer by type: Is it a grammar rule issue (comma usage, verb tense, pronoun agreement)? A vocabulary/word choice problem? A question about sentence structure or combining ideas? Or did you miss it because you misread the passage or didn't understand what the question asked? Most students find patterns quickly—maybe they lose points to comma rules and tone questions but nail everything else. Once you've identified 2-3 categories where you consistently miss points, you can drill those specifically. A tutor accelerates this process by analyzing your practice tests and spotting patterns you might overlook, then building a study plan around your actual weak spots rather than reviewing material you've already mastered.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or uncertain about your approach, so the most effective antidote is building real confidence through targeted practice and clear strategies. Develop a simple system before test day—like always reading the full sentence before answering, or flagging every unfamiliar word to consider later—so you're not making decisions on the fly. Practice this system repeatedly on timed drills until it becomes automatic; that automaticity reduces anxiety because you trust your process. It also helps to take practice tests under realistic conditions (quiet room, timed, no phone), so test day feels familiar rather than shocking. Working with a tutor gives you a calm, consistent voice to help you refine your approach and build that confidence through guided practice rather than white-knuckling your way through tests alone.

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