Top PSAT Tutors serving Fountain Valley

Damara: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Arts in Print Journalism. I have worked with students from a variety of backgrounds and skill levels. I've tutored elementary school age children in their homes, helping them sharpen and retain the fundamental skills they have learned in class. I've tutored high school students struggling with math and English. Most notably, I've spent years working in class and on campus with community college students struggling with the college writing process. I can tutor a variety...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Print Journalism

Will: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Letters and a Spanish minor. I studied abroad in Chile from 2009 to 2010, where I first started giving private instructions in English. After graduating from the university, I worked as an English instructor at the University's Center for English as a Second Language (CESL), where for three years I taught academic reading and writing, communication skills, and standardized exam preparation. I enjoy tutoring, and have experience giving private instruction in English reading, writing, and...
Education & Certification
University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Karl: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...when working with students. It is not as simple as passing on information about a subject or topic. As instructors, we must not only inform, but also explain, clarify, backtrack, bring in outside examples, and respond to challenging questions. We must comfort and relax our students, and help them develop tools for success. We know that our job is challenging, because if our job were easy, then our students wouldn't need us. I feel that...
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelors, Chemistry
Mercy College - Masters, Adolescent Education

Zoe: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...of that slightly jarring move and my BA in Linguistics from Georgetown University, I have a wonderful understanding of how languages are learned and how to teach them. I have tutored French and ESL to students of all ages. I thoroughly enjoy sitting down with a student of mine, pinpointing their problems, and then addressing them in an efficient but exciting manner. I also enjoy deconstructing tests with students; figuring out what the test is...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 750

JohnMark: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...or Test Preparation. My love of teaching/tutoring, my ability to explain difficult concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, as well as my deep understanding of aforementioned subjects have allowed for my students over the last 10 years of tutoring to excel. (Being the son of two teachers probably doesn't hurt either!) My goal is to not only give your student the skills necessary to excel in the particular tutoring subject, but also see real-world application of...
Education & Certification
UC - Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Jonathan: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...studying biomedical engineering and planning on combining my interests in technology and medicine in my aspirations of becoming a physician. Nonetheless, education and mentorship is a huge part of my life. Throughout my entire college career, I’ve been teaching grades ranging from 3rd grade to high school about subjects ranging from life sciences, physics, and engineering concepts. I’ve also gone through my fair share of standardized testing ranging from the PSAT to the MCAT and...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 790

Brandon: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...with a passion for math and science specifically astronomy. From a young age he has been inspired by mentors, teachers, Caltech, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and the nearby Griffith Observatory to continuously study the stars. Eventually he wishes to pursue a PhD in Astrophysics, hoping to advance the knowledge for all humanity. During his undergraduate career he spent most of his afternoons tutoring and assisting teachers at an Elementary school in Malibu focusing primarily on math...
Education & Certification
Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Physics

Luke: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...loved every minute of it). I am an artist, having received my Master of Fine Arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where I also taught Sculpture. I've taught a broad range of topics, from Art History to to Web Design. In addition to Art, I love History, Philosophy, and geeking out on Math & Technology. More than anything, I love to learn, and I hope to collaborate on a learning...
Education & Certification
Northwestern College - Bachelors, Art
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Masters, Sculpture
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33

Alice: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Studies, and I will be be attending Stanford University for law school in the fall. My interest is in increasing access to health services in developing countries through a human rights approach. I love traveling, and I have spent time studying in Spain, volunteering at a health clinic in Peru, doing field work in Belize, and working at the World Health Organization in Switzerland. I have experience tutoring elementary math and English, teaching science labs...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelors, Global Health, Environmental Studies
Stanford Law School - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 780

Saagar: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...particularly fond of teaching chemistry, in which I hold a Master's degree. I have quite a bit of experience in teaching, as I have been a university tutor, a graduate teaching assistant, and a high school teacher. I believe tutoring is about passion and communication. If the student doesn't care about the subject, it will be very difficult for them to learn it. I strongly believe I will be able to not just teach my...
Education & Certification
Wright State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Chemistry
Wright State University-Main Campus - Masters, Chemistry
ACT Reading: 31
ACT Science: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420

Kamilah: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...While at Duke University I was a student athlete, participated in the leadership of several clubs and service groups; as well as, working as a Math and Reading tutor. After graduation I spent a year pursing a business venture allotted to me through the Elevator Pitch Competition, my senior year of college, which I won in my category - Non-Profits. After that year, I joined the Teach for America Fellowship, where I fell in love...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Public Policy
GRE Quantitative: 157
GRE Verbal: 151

Krista: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Information Science and Technology (GIST). I received a my Bachelor's Degree in Earth Sciences from USC in May of 2015. Education has always been an important part of my life and I love learning new things and helping others learn. I am passionate about the subjects that I tutor and I enjoy passing my enthusiasm for learning on to my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, hiking, camping, being outdoors, traveling, and doing...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelors, Earth Sciences
University of Southern California - Current Grad Student, Geographical Information Science and Technology
ACT English: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380

Mayank: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
I am a graduate of UCLA. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics. Since graduation, I scored within the top 2% on the LSAT, spent a few years working at leading investment bank, and I am currently building a technology startup. I have significant tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects from math, biology, test prep (SAT / LSAT), finance, and economics. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing sports, and...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics
LSAT: 170

Layan: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...at Columbia University. I have experience tutoring most subjects, but my strengths are test prep, studying and time management skills, and reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at any level. I love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer schools....
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740

Matthew : Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
Hi, my name is Matthew and I am currently a student at the Johns Hopkins University with a major in Biomedical Engineering.
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33

Elizabeth: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...and never have a 'my-way-or-the-high-way' mentality, but am flexible to trying to find new ways of teaching for however a particular student learns. I think this flexibility and dedication to making school work as easy as possible for my students is my strongest attribute as a tutor. I am available to work up to thirty hours per week. Friday through Sunday I would generally be free to tutor at any time; on Mondays, I am...
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelors, Biology, General
LSAT: 169
GRE Verbal: 167

Melissa: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...degrees in Psychology and in Women and Gender Studies. I graduated with highest honors, Summa Cum Laude. I continued my education at CSUF, where I am working toward my Master of Arts in Psychology. My teaching experience includes multiple teaching/graduate assistant positions, tutoring, and teaching at a local private school. As a teaching assistant and graduate assistant at CSUF, I created assignments, conducted lectures in class, and held teaching workshops with college students. I also...
Education & Certification
California State University-Fullerton - Bachelors, Psychology, Women and Gender Studies
California State University-Fullerton - Master of Arts, Psychology

Michael: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...medical school. I currently work as a tutor in the College of Natural Science and Mathematics, where I've helped dozens of students in general Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Organic Chemistry. The student body at CSUF is very diverse, and I am extremely comfortable working with students from a wide variety of backgrounds. Additionally, I'm well versed in preparation for all health professions school exams. In high school, I also tutored extensively in Biology, Mathematics, History,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
California State University-Fullerton - Certificate, Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 33

Emiliano: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...tutor allows me to be an active part of helping kids get ahead in life. I personally believe this goal is significant not only for their future, but for that of our whole society. Education allows one to appreciate and understand a variety of cultures, ideas, and events. For more than eight years I have worked as a tutor, working with students of all grades K-12, and have worked with students of all stripes, including...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, Religious Studies

Rachel: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
I have a BA in English literature from Chapman University and am highly interested in helping all students- from grade school to grad school- improve their English reading, writing and comprehension skills. ... Determine what the student's strengths and weaknesses, and likes and dislikes are.
Education & Certification
Chapman University - Bachelors, English
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If you're just starting senior high school and think the infamous SAT, or Scholastic Aptitude Test, is a long way off, think again. Students as early as sophomore year, or sooner, may take the Preliminary SAT, or PSAT, and most take it by their junior year. Based on the version you take, it can be very influential on your college career. The National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT), is taken in 10th or 11th grade; the PSAT/ NMSQT score can get you a scholarship if it's close enough to a 1520. The PSAT 10 doesn't have this benefit, and the PSAT 8/ 9 gives 8th and 9th graders the opportunity to see a baseline of their progress. Could your child do better? Varsity Tutors could help you find Fountain Valley, CA, tutors to try to help your child hone their PSAT skills to potentially improve on the exam.
The tutors have taken the exam before, so they could offer tips and hints. They are also skilled at teaching it, first identifying where your son or daughter's strengths and weaknesses lie. Any topics of confusion will be a part of a targeted, personalized study plan. This is not the "one-size fits all" strategy often observed in prep classes. Your child's needs are the focus of the tutor. An expert PSAT tutor in Fountain Valley is a great way to try to help your child prepare for their exam. They can also apply any teaching method based on your student's particular learning style and personality, helping them understand the content even faster.
What's different about tutoring is it gives a personalized study plan. Test prep classes can help, but they are filled with lessons geared for a big group. Your child's tutor works with them individually, continually assesses their progress, and will alter the study plan and teaching method in accordance with your student's performance.
A skilled PSAT tutor in Fountain Valley can present your student with multiple teaching approaches, until they find the one that works best for them. This plan can help discover how your son or daughter best learns, which can easily be very useful in other classes and studying for other tests. We could help your child find an expert PSAT tutor in Fountain Valley, CA, who can try to design a study focused on their individual needs. The tutor can work to prepare your son or daughter, whether they work from your house or a library, at a most convenient time, or face-to-face online, via a live learning platform, they will prepare your student to confidently face the test.
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