Top SSAT Tutors serving Portland

Max: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...with the Yale Whiffenpoofs, America's oldest collegiate a cappella singing group. Apart from singing, I'm is passionate about education, particularly in helping high school students achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Ellis: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...as one of the premier law schools in the United States) and a former practicing attorney and law professor. I have helped students to prepare for the LSAT and to draft the Personal Statement required by law schools. I was a Modern Languages major in college which has proved invaluable in tutoring ESL which I have done for several years as a volunteer for several CT libraries. And, finally, I am the author of several books...
Education & Certification
Trinity College Hartford CT - Bachelors, Modern Languages
University of Pennsylvania School of Law - PHD, Law

Tasha: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...skills and time management techniques. I have tutored students from ages 3 to adult in various areas related to English, ESL/ELL, Psychology, Public Speaking, and test preparation. I am a Native English speaker and also speak basic Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. I am TEFL certified and taught English in China for 2 years. I learned Chinese while living in Shanghai and thus understand the perspective of a second language learner having to utilize their second...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Anthropology
University of Baltimore - Juris Doctor, Law

Amy: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...Hartford public Schools. My classroom was self-contained that was composed of ASD,PDD students, and many had severe behavioral issues. The students in my class were deemed "un-teachable" With the exception of one child all of my kids graduated in the mainstream! I am a very strong reading and math teacher at the elementary and middle school level. I use a multi-kinesthetic approach which enhances memory; while additionally we are having a lot of fun learning....
Education & Certification
University of Northern Colorado - Bachelors, Special Education Teacher K-12
Central Connecticut State University - Masters, Special Education

Jauneen: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...23 years of experience teaching. I received my BA in elementary education and Biblical studies from Northeastern Bible College. I moved on to teach in classrooms, churches, small group settings, swimming pools (as a swim instructor) and even in my own home. As a homeschool mom, I teach my own children and am preparing them for college. I believe that if learning is boring, frustrating or upsetting, it's not being done right. We can do...
Education & Certification
Northeastern Bible College/Kings College - Bachelors, Elementary Education

Nancy: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...skill is important. I was a classroom teacher for many years. I spent most of those years teaching grades 3, 4 and 7, but I have actually taught all grades! While in the classroom, I taught core subjects to heterogeneously grouped students. For the last ten years, I have been an online tutor. My online students varied in abilities and geographical locations. I was even tasked with planning for and teaching homeschooled students with autism...
Education & Certification
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education K-8
Southern Connecticut State University - Masters, Elementary Education

Marty: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...I was rehired as a math interventionist and I've been working at that job ever since, and loving it. I'm active in my local Lutheran church and served as its financial secretary. I'm currently an elder in my church. I've taught in summer school and in after school programs too. I do love teaching... that's why I can't seem to leave it. These days I'm employed as a paraprofessional at Middletown High School. I spend...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Mathematics Education
Wesleyan University - Masters, Mathematics
State of Connecticut - Certificate, Mathematics Teacher Education

Katie : Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
I graduated from the University of Connecticut with degrees in both Accounting and English. I worked as an accountant for a year before I went back to school to earn my Masters in Education. I currently teach high school English and Theater. As a tutor, I use modeling and mini-lessons to help my students reach their potential.
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, English and Accounting
University of Connecticut - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction

Keisha: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...is a teacher in Florida. It was through her Aunt's influence Keisha discovered she wanted to be a teacher. In 2004, she went to Sacred Heart University and graduated with a Bachelors in Sociology. Keisha's extracurricular activities during college focused on working with students in urban areas where she tutored and mentored. After her undergrad, she spent three years working as Preschool teacher at a federally funded Head Start program serving low-income families. In 2012,...
Education & Certification
Sacred Heart University - Bachelors, Sociology
Cambridge College - Masters, Early Childhood Education

Jaclyn: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
Hello! My name is Jackie DeFilippo and I am enthusiastic about tutoring. I have tutored before in college, and I am currently a middle school Science teacher. I have a license and degree in Elementary Education, with experience in both elementary school education and middle school education. I am a new teacher, and have a passion for teaching and learning. I look forward to meeting you!
Education & Certification
Westfield State University - Bachelors, Elementary Education

Jessica: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...social skill development through the Jumpstart program. After graduating, I stayed in Boston and tutored 9th-12th graders in a wide range of subjects while earning my teaching license. After that, I taught 3rd and 4th grade where my students earned best in state scores on their end of year state test. In fact, my students in my final year of teaching were ranked #1 and #2 in the state of Massachusetts on their Math and...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Child Development, French
Simmons School of Library and Information Science - Masters, Children's Literature, Library and Information Science
GRE Verbal: 163

Michele: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...something of education theory. However, my passion for learning and for helping others learn is what really drives my desire to tutor. I began by tutoring my peers in the math lab at college. Then I continued by teaching my own children for the last twenty-two years in our homeschool. Today, I tutor friends (old and new ones). From elementary math to pre-calculus, I enjoy the privilege of helping students understand math. Although math presents...
Education & Certification
Liberty University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
American College of Education - Masters in Education, Mathematics Teacher Education

Cody: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...spent the majority of my professional life teaching -- as a classroom teacher, substitute teacher, a special education paraprofessional and as a theatre teaching artist. I'm also a playwright and work for a nonprofit arts center in downtown Hartford. I'm passionate about education, and I love the experience of one-on-one teaching. It's my way of giving back to the incredible teachers that shaped my childhood and offered me the doors to the professional experiences I've...
Education & Certification
University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Bachelors, Theatre - Arts Administration

Richard: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...name is Richard. I have graduated from college with a Bachelor of Science in physics. Throughout my time in college, I have tutored an array of students ranging in various skills of mathematics and physics and ages. I love the feeling of helping others understand and gain an appreciation for the fields through the sessions we have. My goal is to help students solve problems on their own, but also have some fun while doing...
Education & Certification
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Alan: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
As an educator, I strive to make math available to every student. Each student has their own learning style and is capable of learning. My job is to connect the student to their learning, using techniques that suit their needs. We need to include a few laughs along the way, as this is Math after all!
Education & Certification
Western Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Teacher Education

Sanaea: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...am really passionate about helping students get excited about the subjects they are learning and inculcating strong study habits at a young age. I have always enjoyed being involved in education and have extensive experience tutoring elementary school age and high school students. Science has always been one of my favorite subjects, so I would love to share my enthusiasm for the natural and physical world with students! I have also taken many standardized tests...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Elisa: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
I have had 25 years teaching experience on the elementary level. I taught Kindergarten for 19 years. I have been teaching 5th grade for the last 6 years. I have always taught in an inclusion classroom. ... I believe that all children have the ability and right to learn. My goal is to instill a love of learning in all children. I would like all children to have the confidence to overcome any difficulties they may...
Education & Certification
Manhattanville College - Bachelors, History
Southern Connecticut State University - Masters, Elementary Education

Jamie: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...an alternative education program that would merge my interest in the field of law and all things legal and my talents within the classroom atmosphere. While still in my undergraduate college, I gained employment as a Behavioral Interventionist for the Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) Alternative school. I have learned through this experience how to interact and connect with challenging students, how to engage in conversation with them and how to work on their language...
Education & Certification
Albertus Magnus College - Bachelors, Sociology/Law
University of New Haven - Masters, Elementary Education

Christina: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
I am a current MBA student at the Yale School of Management who will also be attending UCLA School of Law post-MBA. I've also enjoyed taking standardized tests and "cracking" their code; so I love getting to continue to work on this with my students.
Education & Certification
University of Houston - Bachelors, Biology, General
Yale School of Management - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Paige: Portland SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Portland, OR
...teach, it is my passion! I work with students on a daily basis on many different skills, strategies, and concepts. I like to use a lot of hands on, interactive activities. I also try to incorporate technology into my lessons! I try to make learning relevant and fun for all of my students. I look forward to meeting students and helping them achieve their goals, all the while promoting a love for lifelong learning!... My philosophy...
Education & Certification
Quinnipiac University - Bachelors, Business
Southern Connecticut State University - Masters, Elementary Education
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If you plan on placing your child in a private school then they may need to take the Secondary School Admissions Test, or SSAT. This standardized test is used by a number of institutions to as a way to determine admissions and inform the staff about which programs a student should be placed it. In is offered once a month between October and April, as well as a one-time test in June. There are three versions of the test, elementary, middle, and upper, which are determined by your child's grade level. If you want to give your child a better chance to score high on the test, give Varsity Tutors a call today. Our educational directors in Portland, OR, can find a tutor for your child who can work with their learning style and abilities to try to help them do well on the SSAT.
Varsity Tutors could help you find a skilled, independent tutor near Portland who can guide your child on the path toward SSAT understanding. Your student could benefit from a student-centered learning approach that allows them to work with their tutor as they prepare for test day. Your child can study in a manner that promotes an overall understanding of the SSAT, or they can focus specifically on one of the tests four sections: quantitative, verbal reasoning, essay and reading comprehension. For this reason, one-on-one tutoring sessions are an efficient way to prepare for the SSAT, as they allow one to study the areas they need and skip over the concepts they already know.
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