Top PSAT Tutors serving Santa Ana
Rebecca: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...of ability and self-worth. Because of this, I aim to inspire interest and excitement in my students, not simply teach them effect ways to memorize a textbook. In this way, I agree with William B. Yeats in that "education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." I empower my students to seek answers on their own and develop their critical thinking skills. As a tutor, I structure my teaching...
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163
Caroline: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...I am a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley with a Bachelors degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology. During my four years of college, I guided K-12 students of the Oakland area in Language Arts and Mathematics and served as a mentor for many high school students. I have also been an undergraduate student instructor for the General Biology lab course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 800
Saagar: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...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 students anything they'd wish to learn, but also help them enjoy it and foster a desire to learn more than just what was required. Communication is key; I am...
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
Brandon: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...and raised in the beautiful city of Pasadena, Brandon is a first generation college graduate 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...
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Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Physics
Luke: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...education (and have 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...
Education & Certification
Northwestern College - Bachelors, Art
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Masters, Sculpture
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33
Michael: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...me in the top 1% of my graduating class. I earned outstanding scores on multiple Advanced Placement tests and the SAT. My consistently high levels of academic achievement are due to my dedication and solid study habits, and I know I will be able to impart my passion and dedication to any student I tutor. Before deciding to pursue a career in medicine, I graduated from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley and...
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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
Kamilah: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...ton of strategies for a variety of subjects and have seen my students grow leaps and bounds in confidence, skill, and ability. I love the challenge of uncovering a child's weaknesses, creating the opportunity for them to discover what they are capable of, and the excitement of seeing their faces light up once they realize, they can do it. Nothing brings me more joy then seeing children walk in the fullness of their potential.... I help...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Public Policy
GRE Quantitative: 157
GRE Verbal: 151
Alanna: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...preparation, essay writing skills, English, and Literature. My favorite subjects to tutor are definitely those that involve writing, because they provide fantastic opportunities for students to express their creativity. One of my major goals in tutoring is to help students find a passion for learning the material they are presented with. In my free time I love attending comedy shows, playing volleyball at the beach, and finding new restaurants to eat at with friends.
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
SAT Writing: 760
Elizabeth: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...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 available during the day, and on Wednesdays, I am available from mid-afternoon (starting around three) through the evening. I am usually not available on Tuesdays or Thursdays....
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelors, Biology, General
LSAT: 169
GRE Verbal: 167
Varun: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate, I know what it takes to succeed in a highly competitive academic environment and can help you succeed as well!
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government/Film and Media Studies
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
Benjamin: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills and information they need for school. As you may have guessed from my interest in libraries, I love reading. Mostly I read fiction, but also some non-fiction when I find a particular book that sparks my interest. I'm also exploring origami and meditation as a way to encourage relaxation and better health.
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 165
Taylor: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...students learning to read, but also love to see a student who goes from struggling to success on their standardized tests. I believe that an education is one of the most influential things a person can possess, and am passionate about helping students succeed academically and helping them overcome frustration they may feel to begin to enjoy their education, too. Beyond academics, I passionately love to read, cook, and do yoga, which takes up much...
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University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature, French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 790
Travis: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...the thought processes and steps that led them to an incorrect answer, they attain a better understanding of why an answer is wrong and how to arrive at the correct one. I specialize in essay writing, elementary-high school math skills, college admissions essays, and test preparation. I am confident that by tailoring personalized learning sessions to individual student needs and giving students the resources and skills they need to succeed, any student can ace their...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Southern California Sol Price School of Public Policy - Master in Public Health Administration, Master of Public Administration
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Carla: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...English language teaching assistant at a high school in Bordeaux, France where I created lessons focusing on grammar, vocabulary, idiomatic speech, and culture. This past year, I received my master's in English at the University of Cambridge, writing a dissertation on trans-Atlantic/trans-cultural poetry with a focus on Walt Whitman, T.S. Eliot, and Jules Laforgue. Many summers have found me working as a residential assistant for Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth, where I often...
Education & Certification
Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Cambridge - Unknown, English
Chris: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...am a UCLA Bioengineer. I am a well qualified tutor and have had many years of experience in both paid and unpaid roles from 6th grade to 12 grade to present. I have always excelled in academics, math, writing, and english and have scored well on all standardized tests and state tests. I have scored 800/800 in SAT 1 math, SAT 2 math. I have scored 760/800 in SAT writing. I received scores of 5/5...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 760
Mark: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...a lot of satisfaction to watch others learn and grow through their academics. I enjoy working with students of all ages from elementary to high school and even in some special cases, college sciences. During college, I tutored more than a dozen courses from start to finish. By using analogies, drawing diagrams, and asking the student questions, I was able to break through to students who were previously panicked about the possibility of failure. I...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Public Health Science
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 770
John: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...seek to find the best way to engage a student and pique his or her interest in a subject whether it be from thought-provoking examples or exciting future uses for particular knowledge. From my experience this is immensely helpful for developing and actually retaining mastery of a topic. Every student learns best in a different way and it is my goal to find what works best for helping a particular student and tailor my teaching...
Education & Certification
University of Advancing Technology - Bachelors, Computer Science
University of California-Riverside - Masters, Computer Science
Phi: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...have a background in Social Ecology from UCI and I am an attorney with experience in litigation and I was most recently in-house counsel for Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies. I stopped practicing when my son was born 6 years ago and I did some online teaching as an adjunct instructor for Ashford University. Before that I was an SAT tutor (in college), I tutored students in elementary and high school subjects (reading, writing, test-taking skills,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Social Sciences
California Western School of Law - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Mayank: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...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 watching reruns of my favorite 90s / early 2000s tv shows
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Business Economics
LSAT: 170
Hope: Santa Ana PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Santa Ana, CA
...a Bachelor's in Nutrition and a minor in Spanish from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego where I competed on the tennis team for four years. I tutored throughout college for peers, high school students, and middle school students. I also taught private tennis lessons for six years after high school. I am very passionate about teaching! I have just applied to dental school and am planning to start in fall of 2015.
Education & Certification
Point Loma Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, Nutrition and Food
Private PSAT Tutoring in Santa Ana, CA
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The PSAT, or Preliminary SAT, is a standardized exam administered to students in high school. It is used as a preparation method for the SAT, which is an important exam that helps college admissions boards determine who should be admitted to their school and who should not. The SAT can really be a difference-maker in determining whether or not you gain acceptance into your dream school, and that's one of the main reasons that taking the PSAT is so important. If you're getting ready to take the PSAT, and wouldn't mind getting some extra help, one great way to get that help is by signing up to work with a private tutor. The educational directors at Varsity Tutors will find a great PSAT tutor for you in Santa Ana, CA, by getting to know you and your goals and needs.
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