
Jennifer: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...basics before you get speaking fluently. Math can be difficult, but it can be even more fun once you get it. To me, chemistry is the perfect blend of science and math, which is great since I enjoy both! You can learn from the most basic atoms (don't trust them, they make up everything!) to the most complex proteins to applications in the real world. Chemistry is fun to learn, teach, and experience, so I...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Samuel: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I have spent time 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...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education

Michael: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...several ways to teach the same material, and I have a knack for finding the one that works. I enjoy using examples and analogies that help the student "get" and remember complicated concepts. Preparing for standardized tests such as the SAT and GRE is much easier with a tutor to help you prioritize, strategize, and structure your time wisely. I took the GRE in 2013 and earned the top score in Critical Reading, so the...
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History

Izabel: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...learning style and that I, as a tutor, need to adapt to be able to help the students I work with get the most out of tutoring. During my free time I enjoy baking, spending time with friends at a park, and going to music festivals. I also love exploring the city of New Orleans when I???m at school, and I even still enjoy wandering San Francisco despite having lived here my entire life. I...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Economics, International Relations

Talia: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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 structured but comfortable environment.
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology

Cody: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th grade through adult learners, college-level review courses, and even teaching SAT prep courses. My students find me very relatable, and I've heard from several students that having someone close to their own age work with them has been really beneficial to their learning. I look forward to working with you in the future! Please don't hesitate to contact me with any...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Helene: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...grab a book and go explore the Berkeley hills on my own. I'll sit on a tree stump and watch the sun go down and squint to see the print in my book. Oh - more than anything, I love a good conversation with a friend. But a good conversation with anyone is a treat! I hope to have the opportunity to start many good and productive conversations with parents and students through Varsity!
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Mills College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Anthropology

Amanda: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...have over a decade of experience teaching children. I work with students to break down information into easy to manage pieces and make sure they are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return to more basic concepts and help them build upon what they already know. I use a variety of methods in my tutoring including visual aids, hands-on materials, books, and online sources to ensure...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Education

Nathan: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
I have teaching experience in a range of the humanities and social sciences, particularly writing and language, history, politics, geography and religious studies. I have advanced degrees in history and religion from McGill and Harvard, and have held research positions at Oxford and Princeton. I love learning and teaching, and I find working with students incredibly rewarding.... My teaching philosophy revolves around encouraging students' autonomy to tailor my approach to their interests, learning styles, and background...
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University of Michigan - Bachelors, Comparative literature and Russian
Harvard University - Masters, History and Religion

Sara: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...also have a background in counseling, and I am currently enrolled in a psychology program in Irvine, where I now live, that supports my drive to learn more about the human mind and condition. I bring the principles of counseling into every student interaction: non-judgment, respect, thinking with rather than for, and empathy shape my work with students and clients of all ages. And, above all else, I enter every interaction with the following belief:...
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Scripps College - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
University of California-Irvine - Certificate, Psychology

Caitlin: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...a master's degree in Developmental Psychology at San Francisco State University. I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I have been tutoring for 3 years including reading comprehension, writing, essay structure, grammar, algebra, geometry, statistics, study skills and testing strategies. Aim to tailor my tutoring methods to the needs of each student. Most importantly, I try to create a supportive learning environment where students focus how their efforts led to...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
San Francisco State University - Master of Arts, Developmental Psychology

Matt: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...went on to complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is to go to medical school, but in the...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology

David: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...test will have different strategies, but you can expect this general approach for the ACT, SSAT, and any other standardized test. English is the subject that I think most students struggle with because it's very open-ended. The most important thing for students is to learn how to read critically and form an argument. To that end, every tutoring session will involve us looking at passages, talking about the main idea, the techniques the author uses,...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor of Science, Economics
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies

Erica: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...to guide a student who initially struggled to meet and exceed expectations! Outside of my direct work with students, I have coordinated a math tutoring program that placed K-12 math tutors into local public schools. I have also served as a Crisis Services Supervisor at the National Runaway Safeline (NRS). At NRS, I was able to support volunteers in providing trauma-informed services to runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth. I look forward to meeting you and...
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Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature

Joscelyn: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...at Kumon, teaching students (~3 to 7 years old) in Math and Reading. Additionally, my teaching experience includes coaching Little League softball to the 10-and-under age group, and I was told that I was able to relate and interact well with the players. I have mostly tutored math (including a focus in SAT Math), but I am always happy to help someone in any subject than I can. I enjoy working with students of all...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering

Connor: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...to this, I also tutor students in college level general chemistry, general biology, organic chemistry, introductory physics, economics and for the MCAT exam. I excelled in undergraduate coursework pertaining to these subjects and have prior experience in assisting pre-professional (pre-medical and pre-nursing) students looking to succeed in their required general science classes. My tutoring methodology is dependent on the establishment of a strong conceptual framework, and subsequent application of theory through practice problems (the best...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Max: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in human capital consulting & private equity, as well as in patent law. My interests...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics

Chase: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...yet there is much more to teaching than just making certain that students answer questions correctly on a test. A teacher must never lose sight of the idea that he is preparing his students to be successful no matter what endeavor they choose to pursue after graduation. Any chance I get to improve the futures of my students will be just as important to them, and to me, as learning mathematical ideas in the classroom.
Education & Certification
Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Jamie: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...Physics, Calculus, Economics, Statistics, and Psychology. I concentrated in American and ancient history, especially the rise and fall of great powers throughout world history. I also like to say I am a number person, and love using statistics to look at a situation differently or explain everyday life. Here at Varsity I tutor all levels of Algebra, History, and Social Studies as well as SAT, ACT, SSAT and other standardized tests. In my spare time...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, History

Jane: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...Biology, AP Physics, and AP Chemistry for 2 years. I love teaching students HOW to learn, not just WHAT to learn. I always emphasize hard work - because you always get what you work for. I don't care about natural intelligence, because trying your best and being persistent is the key to learning and improvement. My favorite part of teaching is seeing the student understanding a concept for the first time.
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Human Physiology
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Receive personally tailored SSAT lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.For many students, the Secondary School Admissions Test will be the first major admissions test in their academic career. This important milestone provides students with the opportunity to understand skills in critical thinking, strategic test-taking, and standard subject test questions. Varsity Tutors' educational directors are experienced at helping students in San Antonio find independent SSAT tutors who can maximize their efforts and help them achieve success.
The SSAT is offered to students in grades 3-11, and separate tests for elementary, middle, and upper grade students provide assessment at the appropriate grade level. The test is multiple choice format and includes quantitative, reading comprehension, verbal reasoning, and essay sections. Students will need to demonstrate ability with number sense, properties, operations, algebra and functions, geometry and spatial sense, measurement, and probability at their grade level. Students will also be tested with questions based on reading passages, and they will demonstrate their vocabulary and ability to make and understand analogies. Test scores are ranked as a percentile compared with other students in the same grade. The essay is not scored but is sent directly to each prospective school along with the test scores. We could help you find a professional tutor in San Antonio to try to help you build upon your student's strengths and potentially eliminate their weaknesses in their SSAT preparation.
Whatever day or time your student prefers, we can find a tutor to meet them where they are both academically and literally. Tutors can meet your student at your home or in a convenient public location, such as a community center or library. If your student prefers, their tutor can also provide remote online tutoring either regularly or occasionally as needed to work around events or vacations. A personal SSAT tutor in San Antonio, TX, may be able to design sessions to your preferences in a way that you won't get in a traditional classroom setting.
At Varsity Tutors, we believe the best preparation starts early. We help you prepare by providing practice tests and teaching strong strategies for multiple choice and essay sections. The strategies your student learns for the SSAT can be applied to other tests in the future. When your student achieves success on their SSAT, the tools of discipline, persistence, and positive attitude will be reinforced and provide a strong start to their high school experience.
The test is offered once per month from October to April, with one more test offered in June. To make the most of the limited opportunity, it's best to plan well in advance and prepare early. For assistance in connecting with an experienced SSAT tutor in San Antonio, TX, contact Varsity Tutors today.
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