Top SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving San Francisco-Bay Area

Evan: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...have over three years of teaching experience at private tutoring companies, UC Berkeley, UC Berkeley's Summer Bridge Program, and as a freelance political science/calculus tutor (there's more overlap than you think). In 2014, my paper "Set Theory and Fuzzy Sets: Their Relationship to Natural Language" was published in the Newsletter of the American Political Science Association Organized Section for Qualitative and Multi-Method Research. I'm fond of good food and bad puns. In my free time,...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Edwin: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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, college level mathematics, and test prep. I have a calm, adaptive tutoring style. I revise my tutoring strategies to fit each student's unique traits and I believe that a calm demeanor causes students to be less stressed, which in turn improves their performance. In my spare...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Joseph: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...Although It was initially hard for me to swallow the stark reality of uprooting the school I loved and thrived in, as well as the friends and family that had nurtured my growth in the beautiful Garden State, the prospect of attending a more prestigious Californian university to complete my undergraduate and (hopefully) law school studies was too great of an opportunity not to take a leap of faith for. Because I, too, am a...
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Berkeley City College - Current Undergrad, English
SAT Writing: 720

Abigail: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I graduated from the University of Chicago with honors in Classics and received a special commendation for my Bachelor 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,...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720

Joshua: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...have a strong connection to all the subjects I tutor. Because I am studying science, I am most passionate about physics and math, but I excel in every subject I teach. Throughout my life, I have had many wonderful opportunities that resulted from my excellent education. It is important to me that my students receive an excellent education to improve their quality of life. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar and bass, writing...
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Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English
San Francisco State University - Master of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 770

Jean: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...on Prezi presentations and reviewing various test prep books to gather meaningful and common practice problems to teach. I would credit my teaching philosophy to my mom - a college psychology professor prior to immigrating to the U.S. The methods she used to help me learn and to drive my curiosity still influence how I think and learn concepts today. From her, I learned that a meaningful education requires more than just knowing facts and...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 740

Alexander: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...comfortable with the assignments given in these classes, as well as the areas students most often need help with on tests and exams. I am also happy to work with college students. I have worked with almost every variety of Calculus course, as well as differential equations, linear algebra, etc. Finally, I also help students preparing for standardized tests such as the SAT and GRE tests. Though my college career eventually became focused on Mathematics,...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770

Mei: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...female student-athlete graduating GPA (3.9). Currently, I am employed as a financial technology consultant and work with clients to build personalized solutions to address their unique needs. I developed a passion for teaching others how to be successful at a young age. I am the oldest child of three and have a brother (4 years younger) and a sister (8 years younger). Growing up, I excelled at math; however, my brother and sister struggled to...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730

Lila Ann: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...and finding their own voice through the written word and oral response. I tutor a range of subjects with a focus on language arts – for example: • Reading: both elementary skills and critical reading for high school or college students; reading strategies for dense texts and complex assignments. • Writing: grammar and punctuation, including for ACT/SAT; introduction to essay writing (thesis statement, hypotheses, supporting claims, concrete details); advanced essay writing; college application statements; editing....
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Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance

Jacqueline: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...tutoring to any student struggling with the written word. Most importantly, my methods of teaching can help encourage students to regain the confidence in themselves needed to feel prepared and at ease in any academic setting. Next year, I plan to go back to school to get my Master's Degree in Publishing or Digital Journalism. I am also currently in the process of writing a novel of Young Adult Literature featuring a strong and insightful...
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University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, English

Jennifer: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...a student's learning progress and helping them reach their potential is very fulfilling. And seeing how a student can surprise themselves with their own abilities is the best thing a tutor can ask for. For mathematics, I've taken up to Calculus BC in high school, and Multivariable Calculus at UCR. I understand the concepts, but I can also explain them using applicable examples. Really, math is like a language; you need to know the basics...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780

Jessica: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...a test prep company with international branches, where I instruct classes on SAT Critical Reading and ACT Reading. I also continue my private tutoring practice and, of course, tutor for Varsity Tutors. I enjoy working with and connecting to my students. My style of tutoring is professional, but still informal and engaging; I want the student to look forward to the sessions we have together. I encourage my students to think of me as a...
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Stanford University - Bachelors, Theatre and French

Lucas: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...several years. I am now pursuing a career in education. I have worked with students in a range of settings-- as 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...
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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

Cody: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...At MIT I am pursuing a degree in mathematics. During this time I have acquired great experience in tutoring and teaching. I have a total of 8 years of experience tutoring mathematics, particularly calculus. I also have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th grade through adult learners, college-level review...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Samuel: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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.) In...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education

Dallas: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...time tutoring High School students in various sciences as well as Spanish. I approach teaching in the same way that I approach learning; through a problem-solving, rather than memorization-based technique. I have found that most of the time, students are eager to understand the big picture but can sometimes get tripped up by confusing subtleties before they get there. It is my job to patiently translate that jargon into understandable concepts that enable the student...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740

Robert: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...writing-intensive course to freshmen, the type of composition writing course that the AP English Language and Composition and AP English Literature and Composition exams prepare high school students to study for and get college credit with a high score on the AP exam. I firmly believe that my passion and expertise in writing, literature, and history will help students reach their potential and improve their knowledge, skills, and their passion even if they are not...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, History
San Francisco State University - Masters, English

Sid: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...miss the teaching that I immensely enjoyed for last 10 years. My secret: success in tests (and maybe in life, too) comes from not just what we know, but what we can deliver in a short time, when demanded. I learned the methods in a hard way. I aim to work with students who are like I once was: struggling, needing an extra push, or stuck on a problem without a solution. I hope to...
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Indian Institute of Technology - Kanpur - Bachelors, Chemistry
Yale University - PHD, Chemistry

Eli: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...spent four years as a sportswriter and columnist in Los Angeles. I have worked with students of all ages from kindergarten to adulthood and am a staunch believer that it is never too late to fall in love with learning any subject (even math!). My approach to tutoring is the same way I approach training for a sport. If you are willing to put in the effort, you will get better (and if you're doing...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800

Talia: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Writing and Language tutor
Certified SAT Writing and Language Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...in Psychology and Sociology. In 2011, 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...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
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