Top PSAT Tutors serving Cambridge

Kathrine: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...a passion for education since i graduated high school. During my gap semester, I worked alongside my high school statistics teacher in his math classrooms and fell in love! From there I tutored throughout college with a variety of organizations, working with at-risk high school students, university athletes, and students with disabilities. I enjoy tutoring math courses the most. I struggled with math in high school and got lots of help. Once I did, my...
Education & Certification
West Virginia University - Bachelors, History
Boston University - Current Grad Student, Mathematics Secondary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Writing: 730
GRE: 327

Laura: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...Theatre from Belmont University. Since graduating from high school, I have lived in a variety of places, including Nashville, Northern California, London, and, most recently, New York. Due in part to my background in the performing arts, I am most excited about teaching literature, reading comprehension, and English. I also am passionate about helping students polish essays and language skills in preparation for the SAT and ACT. I am a big believer in the values...
Education & Certification
Belmont University - Bachelors, Musical Theatre
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art - Masters, Classical Acting for the Professional Theater
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34

Jonah: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
I graduated summa cum laude from Yale with a BA in history. I care about helping students navigate standardized tests, sharpen their writing skills, and understand how to approach any question or prompt. I enjoy mentoring students, and I find tutoring to be a genuinely fun and meaningful experience.... The goal is not to assist with a particular problem or assignment, but to instill the understanding and skills that students need in order to gain confidence...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Courtney: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
I have over 5 years of classroom and teaching experience. I am patient and enthusiastic with my students. Since the beginning of my career, I see how many of my students have benefitted from one on one instruction and I would like to help others in this way.
Education & Certification
Boston College - Bachelors, Economics, History
Tufts University - Masters, Education

Yilmaz: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...of teaching experience. I have worked with students with various needs and backgrounds in English and writing topics. I have a particular focus on SAT and ACT prep (Reading and Writing components), English assignments, projects, or papers for middle and high school students, and college-level research papers. I have a Bachelors degree in sociology and writing from Ithaca College, a Masters in Education from Johns Hopkins University and a Masters in Education Leadership from Columbia...
Education & Certification
Ithaca College - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Ariel: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...have been tutoring students since I was in high school myself in a variety of subjects including Math, Latin, and Writing. I like to focus on any questions the student may have with the material and working on some examples before moving on to work on any assignments. My favorite subject to tutor is math because there is usually a simple way to explain a concept that clears away any confusion. In math, there are...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Verbal: 760

Anthony: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...University where I attained a Masters in Software Engineering. After graduation, I worked as a derivatives trader for over a decade. I was fortunate to teach over a dozen classes in statistics, probability and decision making. Given my rigorous training in the sciences, my teaching philosophy revolves around optimization and iteration. I am a firm believer that different students learn in different ways. As a tutor, I believe it is my responsibility to develop a...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Brandeis University - Master of Science, Software Engineering

Marisa: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...pursuing science and technology rather than humanities subjects, I have taken a default position as tutor for anyone struggling with any writing assignments. I have helped fellow college students on a wide variety assignments ranging from analytic papers on race in the media, to papers on scientific theories, to scholarship essays. In high school I was a Link Crew tutor for three years, making myself available for tutoring sessions after school for whatever subject students...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 760

Varun: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
My name is Varun, and I'm a Biochemistry and Neuroscience graduate from UMass Amherst! I love tutoring and helping spread my love for all subjects, especially science!
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Emily: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...in Algebra II and college students in Intergral Calculus, and spent two summers working as a teaching intern at a summer school. I plan to pursue teaching certification for high school math. I am patient, flexible, and enjoy discovering which approaches work most effectively for each individual I work with. Every student is different, and as a result, every student learns differently as well. I have thoroughly enjoyed each of my previous experiences working with...
Education & Certification
Bowdoin College - Bachelors, Mathematics
Samantha: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...with academic and military honors from the United States Air Force Academy in 2024. I have been a private and volunteer tutor since 2017. I worked for a nonprofit tutoring and daycare center from 2017-2020, and since then I have continued tutoring in various disciplines. I am very passionate about helping children and young adults learn foundational knowledge and develop study habits that will set them up for success. When I'm not in class or...
Education & Certification
United States Air Force Academy - Bachelor, Double Major: Management and Philosophy
Harvard University - Master of Arts, Public Policy Analysis

Kaley: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...in these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My passion is psychology and I have been able to use my graduate training in human development to tailor my instruction...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 790

April: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...Arts in History. I also studied education. I have a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University. I graduated at the top of my class in law school. I have 2 ESL certificates: a 120 hour TESOL certificate, and a 120 hour TEFL certificate. I have 14 years of experience teaching English and Reading. I love working with people one on one rather than in a classroom. I have three children of my own ages 3, 5,...
Education & Certification
Framingham State University - Bachelor in Arts, European History
Suffolk University - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies

Kristen: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...a minor in neuroscience. I also completed the pre-medical curriculum. As a student, I was a teaching assistant in genetics, a study group leader in statistics, and tutor in cell biology. Since graduation, I have been working as a clinical research coordinator in pediatric genetics at Massachusetts General Hospital. I'm a lifelong learner loves learning from the perspectives of my students. Whether it's exploring new ways to conceptualize statistics or assisting in crafting a college...
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Jeff: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...Drexel University College of Medicine. I have been tutoring middle school, high school and college students in Chicago through Varsity Tutors since November 2014. My own passion for math and science and my academic history of them has resulted in a focus in tutoring within these subjects. Of these, my favorite topics to tutor are Algebra and Chemistry, as they both have discernible patterns within the material which leads to a better understanding as one...
Education & Certification
Providence College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Drexel University - Master of Science, Medical Science

Quinn: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...game projects with smaller studios. This work has opened my eyes to seemingly unconventional teaching tools that are on the rise - and can be very effective! I also have written a full-length comedy musical with my former college roommate, which we are looking to get professionally produced in the coming year. As a script writer, my voice and editing have flourished on the page due to my previous English writing experience. I do my...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point - Current Grad Student, Broadfield Social Science (Postbacc teacher cert.)

Justin: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
I am a licensed attorney in the Boston area with a proven track record of academic and professional success. But law is not my only passion, I have also always had a passion for teaching. I am dedicated to helping every student achieve their full academic potential. I recognize that not every student learns in the same way, and I will adapt my teaching style to the particular needs of every student. ... My teaching philosophy...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Analysis and Policy
New England School of Law - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 700

Cristiana: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...now - I specialize in math tutoring and test prep at all levels. I am very goal oriented and I bring this into my sessions - my students and I are constantly setting and readjusting our performance and learning goals. I have worked with both groups and private clients through various different outlets and have experience with both in person and online tutoring - however, through Varsity Tutoring I will only be doing online tutoring...
Education & Certification
Wellesley College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35

Maedeh: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...reach their goals! My teaching philosophy is holistic, so I modify my style based on the individual while being patient and empathetic along the way. There are a number of different reasons why someone might not be improving in a certain subject, so I try to learn more about students so we can troubleshoot and empower them to take an active role in understanding what is and isn't working for them. I have experience tutoring...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Joshua: Cambridge PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Cambridge, MA
...come from different backgrounds with distinct experiences and values. With that, my goal is to learn as much about my students as possible and tailor curricula to each student's preferred style of learning. My goal is not only for my students to understand the subject in which they seek instruction, but understand themselves a little more and to have the tools necessary to adapt themselves to learn in new environments. I have experience tutoring and...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Arts, History
Suffolk University - Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies
Private PSAT Tutoring in Cambridge, MA
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Cambridge PSAT Tutoring FAQ
For many students, the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is the most challenging standardized exam they have yet to face. Even before that comes the Preliminary SAT, or PSAT, which serves as a practice exam. Despite its name, though, the test has a lot riding on it. In some cases, your child's score can be used toward a scholarship for college. Reaching a top score can be challenging. Varsity Tutors' experienced educational directors are happy to try to help your student in Cambridge, MA, connect with a qualified PSAT tutor who might help them work towards their goals.
The PSAT, also called the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT), is taken by 10th or 11th graders, who can score up to 1520. The PSAT 10, taken in 10th grade, is not used for scholarship purposes, and the PSAT 8/ 9 serves as a baseline for the progress your student is making. Your child can score as high as 1440 on this version. Each test is 2 hours, 45 minutes, further presenting a challenge. Your child must not only know the material, but be ready for the format and length. There's a lot to cover in preparing for the PSAT, so it's important to get started ahead of time. Call our educational directors in Cambridge today to get your child started in PSAT tutoring.
Your child's tutor can meet at any time and place that is most comfortable. Tutors are aware of how hectic a student's schedule can be, so they are flexible enough to meet during or after school hours, or on the weekend. If your child is most comfortable learning at home, their tutor can agree to travel, or can meet at a local library. Online lessons, using a live learning platform, enable your student and their tutor to work face-to-face remotely, but have the same access to relevant tools and resources.
Studying for the PSAT is hard to do alone. A tutor can identify your child's strengths and weaknesses, narrowing things down to topics of confusion. Our educational directors in Cambridge will find your student PSAT tutors, who can try to help maximize their study time. Effective preparation does not come with a "one-size fits all" approach. Teaching what your child doesn't know, and not rehashing familiar topics, helps your student study smarter, not longer. An experienced and skilled PSAT tutor in Cambridge, MA, could teach your child how to best use their study time, to maximize their chances of success on the PSAT.
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