Top PSAT Tutors serving Manhattan
Joanna: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...in a student's eyes when they understand a new concept or finally get something they've been struggling with. When they finally get something, a new path opens to them and a new possibility appears. In my tutoring, the basics are emphasized. The basics are the foundation to understanding bigger and more complicated concepts. Without them, learning becomes a struggle. With them, it can be fun and easy. And when something is fun, students want to...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Kiran: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...studied Economics and Data Science. I consider myself a test guru, with a 770 GMAT and perfect scores my first tries on the SAT and PSAT. I enjoy tutoring because I love working with students and seeing other people reach their goals. I don't believe in memorizing facts and figures, but rather helping students learn that they can develop their problem-solving skills to approach anything with a strong mindset. Besides spending time tutoring, I love...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Computer Science and Political Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Jonathan: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
I am a undergraduate student in my final year of study studying biochemistry. I enjoy teaching and tutoring because I live for that "Aha!" moment my students get. I hope to study medicine one day.... I believe in a custom solution for each student, because each student has unique needs. I believe that every student has great potential, and I'm here to help them unlock it.... I'd usually create a structured study plan for them. Figure...
Education & Certification
New York University - Current Undergrad, Biochemistry
Allison: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...Times, a weekly newspaper. I started tutoring before college, and I have since tutored students ages three-adult in French, SAT Reading, Writing, and Verbal, Essay Writing, ESL, Study Skills, and more. I am also an avid, competitive ballroom dancer. I began teaching dance at my ballet studio in high school before going on to teach my college team, as well as wedding dances to private couples. I am also a freelance writer and am working...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730
Eric: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
When I was in 8th grade, I was struggling with pre-algebra (I couldn't seem to wrap my head around distance/rate/time problems). I found myself loathing a class I had once loved. I started working with a tutor and going from barely getting by to being successful in that class was a very fulfilling feeling that I hope to continue to pass on to others.... The best teachers are always trying to learn as well.... Get to...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Industrial Engineering and Economics
NYU Stern - Current Grad Student, Master of Business Administration
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 800
GMAT: 740
Tae Young: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...score, and every evaluation, could be a pivotal building block of a child's professional future. Knowing this is to understand the seriousness of the educators role in a child's development. I promise to do my best to help your child excel in his or her future. At the same time, I also understand that there are many different factors that motivate a child in his studies. I think it's important not just to drill facts...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Acting/Directing
Boston University School of Law - Masters, Law
LSAT: 167
Liz: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...London. I studied Shakespeare and the classics and appeared in several productions while in London, all of which have contributed to my love of words. My passion for the arts extends to working with children and young adults. I have been a choreographer for middle school musicals for several years. I love working with kids, and have experience tutoring middle school students in Spanish, tutoring high school students in the ACT and SAT Verbal sections,...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Michael: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...my motto is "teach a student to fish and they possess improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the student...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Jessica: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...Writing Department. Since I completed my writing requirement at the University prior to matriculating, I was the first freshman tutor to be accepted into this selective program. The tutoring program involved a preliminary peer-tutor training course prior to beginning tutoring, in order to certify that I had the appropriate background to provide professional feedback to fellow students on their literary works and projects. After graduation, I worked for a full-service learning center where I created...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, History
Nova Southeastern University - PHD, Medicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 760
Aileen: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...for over five years, starting as a Camp Counselor and working my way up to Assistant Camp Director. I am comfortable tutoring elementary subject and middle school subjects, particularly math. I also tutor Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Probability. I believe that the key to learning is the student - teacher relationship. The teacher needs to be willing to find the style in which the student learns and the student needs to be open...
Education & Certification
Manhattan College - Bachelors, Secondary Math Education
New York University - Masters, Secondary Math Education
SAT Math: 710
Claudia : Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...the best you can be! I'm easy to talk to, I have a very nurturing nature, and I'm an expert at rephrasing confusing definitions and ideas in all sorts of subjects. Grammar, literature, writing, basic math, any of the humanities - if something's unclear, I can elucidate it for you 100%! Since I work in college admissions, I'll be a great resource for anyone preparing for college - not only did I go to the...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Media Studies, French
Katherine: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...Pennsylvania, where I majored in Economics and Music. Outside of work (where I am a management consultant), I play hockey and piano. Since high school, I have helped fellow students with academics. At school, I was also a tutor through Penn's Tutoring Center. I think what makes me a successful tutor is the ability to not only understand the material but also the perspective of the tutee. This helps me convey necessary information in the...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Economics; Music
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 770
Varsha: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
Hi there! I'm Varsha, and I'm excited at the prospect of helping you unlock your full potential. I strive to cultivate a passion for education in all of my students, and to engage them in meaningful ways.
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 750
Cena: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...School Early College, where I fell in love with spending a great deal of time writing and thinking about books. I've previously interned at a literary agency, where I read manuscripts all day and wrote reader's reports, and spent my pre-COVID post-graduate time working as a live sound engineer at a number of music venues around New York City. I'm very passionate about writing, literature, and music -- I love teaching these subjects, and helping...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 790
Richard: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...work involves teaching a weekly course called "Fundamentals of Leadership" to a class of middle school students. Overall, I have found my experiences tutoring math to be the most rewarding. In all of these experiences, I have found it is helpful for students to work with someone relatively close to their own age. As someone who enjoys problem-solving for its own sake, I often find myself in the position of explaining difficult concepts and abstract...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Sarah: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...tutoring students of all ages, from elementary school through high school. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the violin, reading, and writing. I live in New York City during the academic year (September - May) and would be happy to tutor in-person (depending on the travel distance) then. Of course, if you/your child is more comfortable with online tutoring, I can tutor online year-round. Thanks for dropping by, and I hope to work with...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Zachary: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...Cognitive Science and Theater. I am pursuing a career as an actor, but am thrilled to continue to flex my intellectual side and share my passion for learning with the next generation. In college, I studied Cognitive Science, not so much as a fallback career, but because I am fascinated by the subject. I succeeded in getting into Northwestern without the aid of any academic tutors or test prep classes. As such, I am confident...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre, Cognitive Science
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35
Marianna: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...and Psychology and double minors in Biochemistry and History. I have been tutoring for approximately 3 years now and truly enjoy it. I have past experiences tutoring students in levels of math up to college calculus (including preparation for advanced placement and regents examinations). Additionally, I have tutored World and United States History (including preparation for advanced placement and regents examinations) as well as preparation for the SAT and ACT. I find tutoring to be...
Education & Certification
CUNY Brooklyn College - Current Undergrad Student, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 720
Sam: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
I work and live in New York City. I grew up in Knoxville, TN and went to the University of Pittsburgh, where I studied economics and political science. I'm light-hearted but take academics very seriously. In all of my lessons I combine my curiosity about the world with the idea that learning can be fun.
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh - Bachelors, Political Science and Economics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Jared: Manhattan PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...Assistant in Ithaca. This January, I graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Biological Sciences. I have tutored private clients since 2011 and have experience tutoring students in Biology, Chemistry and Math. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized exams for undergraduate and graduate school admission. In addition to my private tutoring activities, I was also a TA to an introductory science course at Cornell. In this position, I lectured weekly to a...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Private PSAT Tutoring in Manhattan, NY
Our interview process, stringent qualifications, and background screening ensure that only the best PSAT tutors in Manhattan, NY work with Varsity Tutors. To assure a successful experience, you're paired with one of these qualified tutors by an expert director - and we stand behind that match with our money-back guarantee.
Receive personally tailored PSAT lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
Manhattan PSAT Tutoring FAQ
If you're the parent of a top school student who is enthusiastic about attending a college or university, consider having them take the Preliminary SAT, or PSAT. This standardized test is administered to students in sophomore or junior year as a way to help them get a sense of how they can do on the actual test, and its scores are also used to ascertain if they qualify for the National Merit Scholarship. The exam takes just under three hours to finish and covers topics like reading, writing, and math. To improve help your youngster prepare for this test, consider giving Varsity Tutors a call and seeing how exactly we can help. Contact one of our educational directors to get connected with PSAT tutors in Manhattan, New York.
A professional PSAT tutor in Manhattan will provide your youngster with a great chance for success on the exam. You might see that your child's overall understanding grows while they reap the benefits of hands-on, interactive lessons taught in a student-centered manner. Your child may be able to actively work with their tutor to solve difficult problems and understand important principles. Along the way, they will also get important feedback and meaningful explanations that may increase their chances of understanding. Since every lesson is custom tailored to try to help your child meet all their goals, they may learn in a way that promotes a general understanding, or your youngster can concentrate on specific areas which are especially challenging.
Private tutoring is meant to be comfortable and convenient. An expert PSAT tutor in Manhattan can work at a time that is most convenient for you and your child. Your student's tutor understands that your family has busy schedules, so they may come to your son or daughter for in-person lessons at a location of your choice, as well as your home or at school. The tutor can also meet any time during the week, even through the night or over the weekend, so that every lesson is convenient as possible. In case your child can't study in person, register them for face-to-face online PSAT tutoring sessions through the live learning platform.
Give Varsity Tutors a call today and ask us to try to help your youngster get the most of their studies. We are able to try to help you see a professional tutor in Manhattan, NY, to try to help your student build upon their strengths and potentially eliminate their weaknesses in the PSAT. Since the tutor has experience with the PSAT, they may also give your child tips that may help them approach test day without stress or anxiety. Contact us today to place your son or daughter on the road to success.
Your Personalized Tutoring Program and Instructor
Identify Needs
Our knowledgeable directors help you choose your tutor with your learning profile and personality in mind.
Customize Learning
Your tutor can customize your lessons and present concepts in engaging easy-to-understand-ways.
Increased Results
You can learn more efficiently and effectively because the teaching style is tailored to you.
Online Convenience
With the flexibility of online tutoring, your tutor can be arranged to meet at a time that suits you.