Top SAT Tutors serving San Mateo

Shannon: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...learn the mathematical process, but also the ability to think analytically. I would say that my tutoring philosophy is based on encouragement and always validating the opinions of the student before steering the student in the right direction. The student must be willing to learn and absorb information, as well as willing to work with me on a schedule that will match our goals and get the desired result. I am very enthusiastic about learning...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Retesh: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...in every class: what's more important is your effort. One's efforts and hard work are what really measure one's intelligence and my goal as a Varsity Tutors instructor are to not only teach my students the material but also encourage them to work hard as school is simply a test of what the real world will be like. As I head onto to graduate school this fall, I look forward to getting to know my...
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Marquette University - Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University - Masters, Health Management and Policy
Samuel: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...working in a charter school, as a private English tutor in Madrid, and with both private and non-profit academic support and enrichment programs. Over the years I've taught just about every subject. I love helping students develop a positive, can-do attitude in relation to subjects that used to make them feel anxious and confused. (In my experience this is often math or standardized tests, but I also love to tutor writing and general study skills.)...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education

Hannah: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...also mentored students about the college admissions process and their career goals. Since then, I have been serving as a private in-home tutor for students at USC and around Los Angeles. More recently, I founded and led programs at USC to advocate for educational justice for local students and empower my fellow USC students to become more involved in our local communitys education system. I have tutored all subjects, but I am most passionate about...
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University of Southern California - Bachelors, Sociology
SAT Math: 720
SAT Writing: 800

Lucas: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...a K-12 substitute teacher, an after-school program instructor, and a graduate teaching assistant in geography and economics. My time spent at the head of the classroom has granted me a great deal of patience for working with a range of learning styles, and a passion for creating positive learning experiences. Good luck, and keep studying! -- B.S.F.S. '06, Science, Technology & Int'l Affairs, Georgetown Univ., Washington D.C. GPA: 3.75 -- 5 years professional experience in...
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Georgetown University - Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770

Talia: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...I received my California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy working with children, listening to their stories, and sharing a laugh as I impart knowledge in a...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology

Grace: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...with the mechanical and conceptual composition of written assignments. My major-specific classes included a great deal of field work as well as lab work, completing problems sets, writing research papers and lab reports, and even mapping a large portion of the Berkeley hills. I completed my senior honors thesis after a year of collaborative research with UC Berkeley faculty and intend to pursue the topic of that thesis in future research endeavors. In the fall...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470

Steven: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...with highest honors from Lehigh University in 2018. I have extensive experience serving as both a tutor and teaching assistant for various subjects. I work 1-on-1 with my students to develop a teaching method that is catered specifically to their unique learning style. My main expertise is in life science courses such as biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. I also provide standardized exam preparation, along with assistance in applying to or...
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Lehigh University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 720

Edwin: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
I recently graduated magna cum laude from UCLA with a BS in Applied Mathematics with a minor in Chinese. I have a bout two years of experience in tutoring students. I tutor high school and college level mathematics and SAT/ACT preparation. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, the subjects that interest me the most are calculus,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Milan: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...Symbolic Systems and Theater double-major at Stanford University in Northern California, Milan is very excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the Latino community. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and taking the occasional photograph.
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750

Abigail: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...of Arts thesis. I took on independent research projects during my undergraduate summers. I plan to one day pursue a Ph.D in Classics. I am also committed to improving the education experience of my students, and have demonstrated that commitment in both my professional and personal life. Currently, I am working as a freelance writer, editor, and assistant to a scholar at the University of Washington who works on education policy. As an undergraduate, I...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720

Sara: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...Our backgrounds, as much as our prospective futures, shape who we are and what we need. I believe in teaching practices that not only evolve depending on student needs, but also truly, deeply respect the whole student, including who they are, where they come from, and what they need to move forward. I also have a background in counseling, and I am currently enrolled in a psychology program in Irvine, where I now live, that...
Education & Certification
Scripps College - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
University of California-Irvine - Certificate, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34

Catherine: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
As a teacher entering my seventh year in the classroom, I want to work with the goal for all students to have access to an equal and fair education.
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University of Vermont - Bachelor of Science, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Alliant International University - Masters in Education, Education

Anya: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...through Cuesta College and worked there as a one one one tutor for their DSPS department. Currentlty I am a student at Mills College. I am experienced with students of all ages and subjects, though the humanities are my greatest strength. Often times students are just lacking a background in academic structure and organization, so I put a lot of overall emphasis on helpful organizational habits, study tactics, paper writing, test prep, etc. I look...
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Cuesta College - Current Undergrad, Sociology

Danny: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
Hello! I have over 10 years of experience tutoring and teaching math. I've taught everyone from elementary school students to adults, in subjects ranging from arithmetic to graduate level mathematics. I graduated from UCBerkeley with a BA in applied math, and from SFSU with a MA in math. ... Whenever helping a student, I make sure to show them every step of the process, working them not only through the technical details but also my thought...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Applied Math
SFSU - Masters, Math

Andrew: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
Hi! My name is Andrew; I'm currently studying Biomedical Engineering at Duke University. In my free time, I'm an avid debater, frisbee player, and nap-taker. Recently, I've been researching metabolic engineering in yeast- ask me about it if you want to be bored. I love to learn, and can't wait to help everyone here learn with me!
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Shivani: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...life are Biology and English. Science has always been my passion, and as such I work in two biology labs at UC Berkeley and volunteer for UCSF and the Hospice at Sutter Care at Home. While it is unquestionably what I want to spend my life doing, I do love all kinds of literature, from Jane Austen to J.R.R. Tolkien to Lauren Hillenbrand. Therefore, I run a task force at Berkeley that is dedicated to...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740

Clayton: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...often the most direct route to success. It's easy to forget this when dealing with frustrating material that doesn't make sense. I'm here to help you remember that, and even more importantly, to remember to have fun with it! I hold a B.A. in Psychology from San Francisco State University, and have a background working with kids through a variety of programs, both paid and volunteer (most notably, the Tri-Valley YMCA). If it seems that I...
Education & Certification
San Francisco State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Zephyr: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
...later educated in Singapore, and now I am here in the States trying to become a hippie. As a Berkeley engineering student, I am really good at math and physics. Moreover, I have worked as a tutor in both China and America for more than 2 years. So here I am, an experienced tutor who is good at math and science and ready to share my knowledge with other passionate learners. Cheers!
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740

Kathleen: San Mateo SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Mateo, CA
I'm passionate about helping students achieve success! I have over six years of science teaching experience from physical science to AP/IB Science. I am an experienced educator, tutor, and coach.
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Stanford University - Master of Science, Environmental Engineering
Private SAT Tutoring in San Mateo, CA
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San Mateo SAT Tutoring FAQ
When it comes to standardized tests, the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is probably the most important one for high schoolers. Colleges and universities weigh a lot of factors when making their decision to accept or decline an application. They will look over your grades, your extracurricular activities, your interview, and the SAT. Getting a good score on it will definitely enhance your chances of getting into your first choice school. Studying for it can be pretty hard, but there's help readily available for you. Varsity Tutors will find you an expert tutor in San Mateo, California, who can create engaging sessions so you enjoy preparing for the SAT.
The SAT takes three hours and there are an extra 50 minutes if you decide to write the optional essay. You could take it in your junior year of high school though there are options to take it your senior year. There are two sections to it. The first is designed to test your mathematical skills. The second section tests your reading comprehension and writing skills. Your test will be scored, and then those scores will be assigned certain percentiles. Landing in the higher percentiles is definitely more favorable since it means you did much better than many other people who took the test. Call our educational directors to find you an expert SAT tutor in San Mateo to try to help you get ready on test day.
Studying for the test can seem a bit overwhelming at first. Bookstores have rows and rows of test prep books and picking one of them is tough. Your school might have test prep sessions on weekends and after school. That could help some people but group study is like classroom study in that it's very easy to fall behind. Your tutor, on the other hand, will be an expert on the SAT. They may be able to zero in on what parts of the test you will do well on and what areas you need help with. Your tutor will then patiently guide you through those problem sections and help you understand them. If you're preparing for the SAT, let our educational directors connect you with a tutor in San Mateo.
Finding a meeting place for tutoring is no problem. Your tutor will meet you any place you want, like a coffee shop, a diner, the library, or even your own house. They can meet you anytime, too. It's all about your convenience. If you prefer to do things online, there is also the option for face-to-face online sessions should you prefer to do things over the Internet.
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