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JohnMark: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...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 the...
Education & Certification
UC - Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Claire: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...USC (Multiple Subject/K-6) and a B.A. in Music from Pomona College. I have taught individual and group violin lessons from age 3 to adults throughout L.A., and I have taught general music in the Lawndale School District and at YOLA (Youth Orchestra L.A.) at HOLA (Heart of LA youth center in the Rampart District). I student-taught in general elementary school classrooms (2nd and 5th grade), and have tutored students at YOLA. No matter what the...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Music
University of Southern California - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching (Multiple Subject)
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 760

Brittany: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...attending college I had the opportunity to work for the University's Learning Support Services as a tutor and mentor for my fellow students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Women's Studies, Sociology, Psychology, Writing, and Research. Few things are as rewarding to me as helping others to achieve their goals in and out of academia. I find that passing on healthy work and study skills provides the highest...
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University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Melanie: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...with a Bachelor's degree in Math Education and a Master's of Education in Literacy. I have an extensive math SAT background. I have worked with many SAT students both on my own and through other tutoring corporations. While I enjoy teaching groups, I feel that one-on-one tutoring is more beneficial for the student and allows him/her to have the individualized attention they deserve. The SAT's can be daunting without the right preparation, and my goal...
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SUNY College at Cortland - Bachelors, Secondary Education in Math
SUNY College at Cortland - Masters, Education in Literacy

Paul: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...a wonderful project-based high school in Pomona, CA where I integrate art and music into the variety of courses I teach. I have extensive experience in History, Math, English, English Language Development, and SAT prep among other subjects, but my specialty is in motivating students. I believe it is essential for a student to enjoy our tutoring sessions. I build on every success, small or large, with lots of praise, and I correct students' mistakes...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science/Philosophy
University OF PHOENIX - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
State Certified Teacher

Zach: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...have been passionate about literature and writing for as long as I can remember, and I use that passion to make critical reading, comprehension, and testing much easier and less daunting. I tutor English, Writing, and SAT Prep for Critical Reading and Writing. One of the things that make me stand out as a teacher is that I remember well what it's like to struggle in a subject. I was not good at math or...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre/English

Gerardo: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...in LA. I enjoy teaching both Math and Physics. Every time that I step into the classroom I become energized even if I am very tired. My enthusiasm and energy are very contagious, and the students leave behind their negative attitudes towards the subjects and get engaged in learning them. At the end, the students come out with a very positive experience after taking the classes. When I am not teaching, I am out playing...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Physics
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 720

Chris: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...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 in AP Calculus AB and BC and have taken numerous other APs, passing the APs in...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 760

Shaneequa: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...a Site Operations and Finance Associate with a local, education-based non-profit called City Year San Antonio. My work experience includes education reform, youth development, tutoring and program management. In the near future, I hope to run my own education-based nonprofit organization focused on incorporating the performing arts in behavior and ELA/Math strategies. I have had the pleasure of serving two years (going on my third) with the national Americorps organization, City Year. City Year is...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology

John: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...them to overcome any difficulties in their assignments, while instilling in them the joy of learning. I earned my Bachelor's degree at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas. I tutor in math, specifically pre-algebra, algebra 1, algebra 2, and geometry. I enjoy helping people get over their fear of math. I don't believe math should be a scary subject. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy going to the movies, reading, fashion design, sewing and crafting.
Education & Certification
Saint Edward's University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts

Ayesha: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...I know how to study (and thus help them study) without burning out. I've tutored students ranging from 3rd grade to high school seniors. For my younger students, I've mainly tutored math fundamentals, Earth Science, writing, and ISEE prep. In addition to tutoring, I've been teaching at an after-school program for exactly one year; this experience gave me the opportunity to teach a class of up to 10 elementary-school kids, developing my ability to attend...
Education & Certification
Pasadena City College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry

Rachel: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, 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

Ferid: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
I am a very dedicated and responsible person. I hope to only help students feel comfortable asking me anything they need help with. I have a great deal of patience and determination to help students fully understand topics they need help with. I have had immense tutoring experience, tutoring for the past 6 years. I look forward to tutoring students and helping them succeed in their future endeavors. ... Making sure the student fully understands the...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelors, Biology, General

Matthew : Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, 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

Timothy: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
While still in high school, I tutored fellow students to help them achieve their academic goals. After four years of undergrad, my experiences and abilities as a tutor have grown in breadth and depth but my passion has not changed. Even now, I enjoy helping people understand and even come to like challenging subjects, like math and the sciences.
Education & Certification
Biola University - Bachelor of Science, Physical Science
University of California-Irvine - Doctor of Philosophy, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 780

Sara: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...accepted by the college of their dreams. I have over seven years experience tutoring and teaching, and I pride myself in helping students become proficient and comfortable in English and history-related subjects and testing. I believe my professionalism and friendly approach greatly benefit my students' learning, and my years of living abroad in both Europe and Africa make me very comfortable interacting with people of all backgrounds. I look forward to making lessons interesting and...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, European Studies

Jessica: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...Business Administration from Loyola Marymount University. Currently, I am working to get my Masters in Secondary Education, also from LMU. In addition to my Masters, I hope to earn my Teaching Credentials as well. As an undergrad, I tutored for the Academic Resource Center on campus for about two years; I have worked one-on-one with students as well as worked with a group of up to 15 students. In addition to this, I mentored for...
Education & Certification
Loyola Marymount University - Bachelor in Arts, Studio Arts
Loyola Marymount University - Master of Arts, Secondary Education
SAT Math: 750

Steve: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...my Bachelor of Science in Business/Hospitality Management along with a Minor in Sociology from SDSU in 2007. I completed my Master's degree in Public Policy from the University of California Irvine in June of 2013. Prior to returning to graduate school in 2011 I worked in several different capacities, first as a restaurant manager, later in sales for a non-profit organization and most recently for three years in employee benefits specializing in health insurance. My...
Education & Certification
San Diego State University - Bachelor of Science, Business/Hospitality Mgmt
University of California-Irvine - Masters, Masters of Public Policy

Brandon: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...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 and...
Education & Certification
Pepperdine University - Bachelors, Physics

Carla: Pasadena SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in Pasadena, CA
...For my honors creative thesis in poetry, I wrote 52 original poems, centered on themes of transit, transience, nature, and urban life (particularly how these categories intersect). I also created and taught humanities courses to high school and middle school students through the Educational Studies Program at Harvard. Through this group, I co-founded ESProut, a program focused on bringing free after-school classes to under-resourced schools in the greater Somerville area, through which I taught French...
Education & Certification
Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Cambridge - Unknown, English
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High school juniors and seniors are familiar with the Scholastic Aptitude Test, or SAT, as well as its challenging mathematical and verbal sections. The exam is used to judge college applicants. The current test is 3 hours, plus an extra 50 minute essay. A writing and language section is 35 minutes and tests words in context, command of evidence, and history and social studies analyses. Standard English conventions are tested as well. Any of these topics, and more, could be areas of weakness, but a tutor could help you clean up any areas of confusion well ahead of time of the test. Call Varsity Tutors to find an SAT tutor in Pasadena, California, who is able to customize their technique to your abilities and learning style.
Working with a tutor is a new experience. Rather than one standard teaching method, the instructor targets your greatest weaknesses and has multiple teaching strategies at their disposal. If an alternate method fits you best, the tutor will target that in your study plan. Understanding the SAT doesn't come with a "one-size fits all" approach for most. The educational directors at Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an independent tutor in Pasadena who can try to help you in understanding the SAT. They will concentrate on your greatest needs. This process has been proven to save much time and effort.
Confidence is a major factor in how well you are doing. One way to produce confidence is to be taught the exam by someone who is skilled at doing so, and who has try to succeeded in the SAT before. Your tutor is familiar with the latest changes. In addition, they are flexible, and can accommodate your needs in terms of time and location. Whether it's a night session during the week or a morning during the weekend, your Pasadena SAT tutor can make it happen. Additionally, you can schedule sessions online through a face-to-face live learning platform.
The SAT tests many skills. It is a gauge of reading proficiency. You must additionally be in a position to analyze text that covers topics associated with history and science. Literary text can be included. As well as reading passages, you'll have to demonstrate how well you understand algebra, linear equations, along with other types of math. Wherever your strengths and weaknesses lie, Varsity Tutors could help you to find SAT tutors near Pasadena, CA, who can prepare you to complete your best.
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