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Kevin: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...subjects I have taken, math has been the consistent honors class I take every year. In other words, I always take the highest offered math course that school year allows me to take. In my 5th grade honors math class, I got the highest prealgebra pretest grade out of the whole class. While other students scored in the 50s, I got a 82. Since then, I knew math was my passion. I also did math...
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University of Miami - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
 
Suresh: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
Highly qualified, vastly experienced with multiple curriculums, I enjoy teaching for the sheer thrill of seeing students and adults progress and achieve their academic, and in general life's objectives. I hail from a family of teachers and had no hesitation at any stage in making teaching my most preferred Profession.
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Indiana Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Florida Atlantic University - Master of Science, Computer Science
 
Maria: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...I didn't feel comfortable seeking help. For this reason, what's most important to me as a tutor is that any student I'm helping is comfortable enough to have open communication with me about their concerns and sources of confusion. I also find it very useful (and even necessary at times) to break things down to the very basics, in order to build understanding on a secure foundation. I genuinely love to help people understand whatever...
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Florida International University - Current Undergrad, Biological Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Writing: 760
 
Aurora: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...Studies. I also earned my masters in education where I did research on literacy and writing strategies for students in grades 6-12. For the past 6 years I've been teaching ELA for 9th and 10th graders in Miami, FL. I've also tutored students who were struggling to prepare for Standardized Tests in the areas of Critical Reading and Writing exams. I firmly believe that any student can learn the literacy skills necessary to navigate the...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
University of Miami - Master of Science, Education
 
Christian: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
My main objective as a tutor is to help students learn efficiently and effectively in order to not only improve their academic skills but also to allow the development of skills applicable to many areas in life. I speak clearly and concisely in an effort to make the most out of every tutoring session.... There ain't no such thing as free lunch.... Go over as many practice problems as possible.... By providing many resources to do...
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University of Miami - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 740
 
Peter: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...society that we currently live in, that may not always be the case. Often times it comes down to that little bit of extra care, attention or another way of explaining that may lead one to mastery of a certain topic.For me, I have had amazing teachers and mentors who have helped guide me to where I am today and I wish to be a conduit to empower the next generation paying it forward.
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Georgetown University - Master of Science, Biophysics
 
Evan: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...of Science in Business and Cinema in 2011. After graduation, I traveled around the country before returning to South Florida and working as a writer, a tutor, and a substitute teacher with the Broward County Public Schools. Although I tutor various subjects, I am most passionate about Literature and Mathematics. I believe that the two greatest wonders of the world are the human mind and the human hand, and the first thing I teach each...
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Florida State University - Bachelor of Science, Business
State Certified Teacher
 
CHARLENE: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...student has the potential to excel. I am dedicated to fostering student success by creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. By tailoring my instruction to recognize and address individual strengths and challenges, I strive to exceed educational outcomes. Celebrating achievements is a key part of my approach, as it builds confidence and resilience in my students. Ultimately, I aim to empower them to become independent, motivated learners who are well-prepared for their future endeavors....
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Nova Southeastern University - Master of Science, Educational Administration
State Certified Teacher
 
Cavan: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...high school to succeed in classes in which they were having academic difficulty. My favorite subjects to tutor are math and science because I am able to share my expertise to give my students the confidence and knowledge to thrive. I have been a student-athlete since middle school and am currently a D1 runner at UF. My experiences with managing both school and sports has taught me the importance of discipline and time management. I...
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University of Florida - Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
 
Carolina: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
My career in education began abroad in SE Asia as a TEFL certified teacher. I taught both TEFL and Elementary Science throughout different regions of Thailand. This passion for education led me to teach in South America as well, where I taught written and conversational English to children, adolescents and adults in Colombia. I am also a certified Preschool teacher in the state of Florida.
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Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Communication, General
 
Nicolas: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...it's like to be on both sides of the classroom as well as what it's like to be a struggling or prospering student. When I was in 8th grade, I had reached the zenith of my academic career, but having received extra lessons, I transformed into a much better student, achieving straight A's in 12th grade and earning a 3.93 GPA for my master's in Bioengineering. Hopefully, I can get you there too!
Education & Certification
Florida Atlantic University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Florida Atlantic University - Master of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
University of Notre Dame - Master of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 750
 
Rory: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...a whole letter grade! I am very interested in science, mainly anatomy and biology. My goal is to obtain a doctorate degree in physical therapy and work with athletes coming back from injuries. I was a substitute teacher for Orange County Public Schools, and I am currently a substitute teacher for Guilford County Public Schools. I have been known to help students in both math and science based courses. I have just recently moved to...
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University of Central Florida - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
 
Gabriela: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...during my gap year. As a tutor, I am very attentive to the needs of my students and I always make sure they have a thorough understanding of the material being covered. Personally, I enjoy the Socratic method of teaching because it allows me to gauge how much the student knows as well as assess where the gaps in knowledge need to be filled. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, going to the gym,...
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University of Miami - Bachelors, Microbiology and Immunology
ACT Reading: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
 
Osmel: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University and am currently taking a gap year as I apply to medical school. I took the MCAT in August 2019 and scored in the 98th percentile. I am happy to help with test preparation strategies and study plans, as well as content-specific questions and more!
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Romance Languages
 
Jacqueline: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...taught elementary students English and Reading. After that, I worked at a learning center where I helped middle school students learn English, Reading, and Math. My goal for every student that I tutor is to motivate them to succeed. I love tutoring. I specialize in English, Reading, and Writing. I also frequently help students with essay writing and test prep. I am passionate about helping students reach their goals and become greater than they thought...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Journalism
 
Anabel: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
I am a senior at Vanderbilt University, with a double major in Neuroscience and Medicine, Health, and Society (MHS). I've been tutoring students since my freshman year of high school, and I love it! In college, I'm a Research Assistant in a clinical neuroscience lab, and I'm also a Lab Assistant in another chemistry lab. I used to work at Mathnasium, which is a math tutoring company, but I love tutoring all subjects!
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Math: 780
SAT Writing: 740
 
Jasmyn: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...of Science in Animal Nutrition. I received my Bachelor of Science in Animal Sciences from Cornell University. While I tutor various subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring math and feel that our school systems often fail students when it comes to math. I do not believe that some people simply "can't do math." I believe that some may need extra time and help, but everyone can do math. With patience and hard work, any...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Animal Sciences
University of Kentucky - Masters, Animal Nutrition
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Verbal: 720
GRE Quantitative: 159
 
Amanda: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...seeing the students grow and feel proud when they've accomplished subjects they thought they couldn't tackle. I am currently working on a novel which I mostly work on with my spare time. I also like to read, write poetry and compose music. I will ensure that your student gets the proper tutoring they need. I don't only want to be their mentor, I want to be someone they trust and enjoy seeing.
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Doreen: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...some have had very positive experiences over the years and come to me with strong skills; others have not met with much success in the past as far as their writing goes, so they exhibit a lack of confidence. No matter where on that scale they may be when they arrive in my session, my goal for all of them is to help them become better writers and communicators than they were when they first...
Education & Certification
Montclair State University - Bachelors, English
Rutgers University-Newark - Masters, English
 
Steven: Miami SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Miami, FL
...extensive traveling. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about algebra, trigonometry, calculus and chemistry related topics. Additionally, many of my students are for test prep, specifically SAT, ACT, GRE and MCAT. In my experience helping students prepare for standardized tests, we have the most dramatic improvements in critical reading and computational skills. I believe that education is vital for improving the quality of life and I try to pass...
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Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Varsity Tutors can set you up with the best Miami SAT tutors to help you pursue your educational goals. The SAT is a standardized test taken by high school juniors and seniors across the country as part of the college application process. A good score can act as a significant differentiator on your college application, but earning one can be more challenging than you might think. Investing in professional Miami SAT tutoring can be an excellent way to ensure that your test prep covers all of the academic concepts and test-taking strategies you need to know. Please continue reading for more information.
Why should I work with Miami SAT tutors near me?
If you enroll in one of the dozens of SAT prep courses out there, you'll probably spend an equal amount of time on the test's Mathematics, Reading, Writing/Language, and Essay sections. Is that really what you want to do? Private Miami SAT tutors aren't bound to any set curriculum, allowing them to concentrate on your specific areas of opportunity to maximize your study time.
If you're confident in your quantitative problem-solving skills, your instructor can focus on the Reading and Writing/Language sections to enhance your study efficiency. Your instructor could show you active reading strategies to help you retain more of the information in each of the exam's reading passages, or explain grammatical rules until you're comfortable moving onto something new. Miami SAT tutoring sessions can proceed at a pace you're comfortable with, so you never need to start a new topic until you feel ready to do so.
Miami SAT tutors can also design study sessions around your preferred learning style. For instance, a visual learner might work with flashcards to expand their lexicon, while an auditory learner might get more out of listening to the most important points repeatedly. Likewise, a private instructor can provide plenty of practice problems to help kinesthetic learners feel more comfortable with any question type. There is no correct way to study for the SAT, so why not adopt an approach that has worked for you in the past?
Working in a one-on-one learning environment also provides a suite of advantages. Since you are the only student in your Miami SAT tutoring sessions, any questions you ask immediately become your instructor's top priority. Furthermore, many students find it easier to ask a private instructor they have an established personal rapport with for help than a classroom teacher they may not know as well. An academic mentor can also return work to you more quickly than a teacher responsible for more students, so you can review any errors while the material is still fresh in your mind.
Can I study test-taking strategies during my Miami SAT tutoring sessions?
While it's important to understand the academic subjects covered by the SAT, it's equally vital to understand how to approach the test. The SAT is a timed, three-hour exam with an optional 50-minute Essay, so you only have so much time to apply what you know. Miami SAT tutors can share proven strategies for making the most of the time available to you.
For example, every question on the SAT utilizes a multiple-choice format except the optional writing prompt. Your instructor can show you how to eliminate some of the answer choices and guess if you're stumped, ensuring that you have enough time to read every question. You can always go back to an item if time allows at the conclusion of the exam.
There are also section-specific techniques you can study if you're especially concerned about a particular portion of the exam. For instance, the SAT's Math section is divided into calculator and non-calculator subsections. You'll probably want to use your calculator on every question you can, but it might be faster to do the figuring by hand for certain problems. Your instructor can coach you on when and how to use your calculator for optimal efficiency. Reading the questions before the reading passage they're based on can also help you zero in on the specific details you're looking for in the Reading section.
Likewise, Miami SAT tutors can help you learn how to outline your response to the Essay question. It might not seem like a great idea to spend valuable test-taking time on something that isn't graded, but working from an outline can actually save you time overall. Your instructor can also help you identify important information in the argument you're critiquing, enabling you to write it down for future reference instead of digging through the entire piece again.
Perhaps most importantly, you can take practice exams under realistic test-taking conditions during Miami SAT tutoring sessions to get a feel for what the actual assessment will be like. Experiencing the time available firsthand can help you manage it effectively when it counts. If you have any test anxiety, understanding the test's structure may help you calm down. If you need something more, Miami SAT tutors can teach you how to meditate and focus on the item in front of you. You can even review your responses with your instructor to develop a better understanding of where you're improving and what you might need to look at again.
Are you sure Miami SAT tutoring is compatible with my schedule?
We understand how busy your life already is, so we strive to make Miami SAT tutoring as convenient as it can possibly be. We handle all of the research that goes into finding you a private instructor who suits your academic and scheduling needs, so you can sit back and relax. We also try to keep your scheduling needs in mind, mitigating the degree to which private instruction dictates your life. We can even arrange your choice of online or in-person study sessions for added flexibility.
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How do I connect with Miami SAT tutors near me today?
Finding qualified Miami SAT tutors on your own can be a challenge. Not only do you need to ensure that any prospective candidate has the SAT knowledge you're looking for, but you also need to make sure that they have the communication skills to share it. Of course, you also need to verify that their availability matches your own. If all of that sounds like too much of a hassle, reach out to Varsity Tutors to let the experts help you find a great instructor in as little as 24 hours. We can't wait to hear from you!
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