Top SSAT Tutors serving Santa Barbara
Julia : Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...around me and my excitement to learn. I now strive to pass on my knowledge to new students because I believe that education is important for a healthy, happy, and self-dependent life. As a result of my experience mentoring young children as a summer camp counselor and advising incoming freshmen at my university as an orientation advisor, I have developed a personal approach to helping others, specifically on a one-on-one basis. I teach students by...
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University of California-Santa Barbara - Bachelors, General Biological Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 750
SAT Writing: 800
Diptesh: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...at New York University studying Global Public Health with a concentration in Chemistry. I have been passionate about education since high school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I...
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New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Max: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...I'm taking two semesters off from school to sing and travel the entire world 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...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Rachel: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...way they learn best. I believe that all students have what it takes to succeed in school, its just a matter of finding the style of learning that is most effective for them. What works or makes sense for one student will not necessarily work for the next student, and so it is essential as a tutor to be able to explain the same concept in a variety of different ways and to be able...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 790
Rebecca: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...learning is not just for one assignment or one test, but rather that it sticks with you to build a solid foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Matt: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...Johns Hopkins University as a Public Health major with a concentration in Immunology and Infectious Diseases. I then 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,...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Connor: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...under my instruction. I specialize in tutoring biology, chemistry, physics, and economics for high school students. In addition 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...
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Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
GRE Verbal: 165
Joshua: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...I have worked at a public school in Harlem as the College Counselor working with students from grades 6-12. In my two years of experience, I have had the opportunity to network with college admissions counselors across the country, and I gladly connect my students to any college admissions departments I am familiar with. Although my tutoring specialty is test prep -- SAT, ACT, PSAT, SHSAT, and GRE -- I particularly love tutoring writing, and...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Margarita: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...tutoring students since I was in 7th grade, and my favorite subject to tutor is math. My family is originally from Russia, and I grew up with a very strong and traditional math background. I always find teaching math to students to be gratifying, and I hope to share some of my love for math with my students. I also enjoy tutoring test prep, especially since I know how stressful the process of applying to...
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ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Vivek: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...at Austin College. I am a biology major and neuroscience minor. Science has been my passion from a young age. I like tutoring because I sincerely enjoy helping others and being able to impart my knowledge and experience. Along with being strong in my curricular classes, I have experience helping and tutoring younger students in various subjects and test prep. As a patient and encouraging teacher, I am adept at helping others reach their educational...
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Austin College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Jaimie: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...I am a recent graduate of Northeastern University with my Bachelor's of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. I am currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range of...
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Northeastern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Amanda: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...students and their families to create both short-term and long-term goals to make sure that we stay on track; my priority is ensuring a comfortable space for my students while building up the confidence and knowledge that they need to ace their essays and tests. Outside of my academic interests and experiences, I am passionate about food and the outdoors. I value education, efficiency, wit, kindness, and the Oxford comma, and am constantly searching for...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 36
Chase: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...and beauty of math to my students as well as to foster their powers of critical and mathematical thinking. It is my professional hope that at the end of each tutoring session my students will have learned above all an abiding respect for reason: a lifelong conviction that they can understand reality and make sense of the world. However, a great teacher does much more than merely recite the content of his subject. I intend...
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Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
Kenneth: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
My bachelor's degree in math comes from Fairmont State University. I have over four years of experience in NYC public schools, and I'm embarrassed by the lack of effort put forth to instill the importance of a Mathematical mind. I feel like my love and enthusiasm for Math makes me an excellent tutor.
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Fairmont State University - Bachelors, Mathematics
Zach: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...high school, when my best friend's father needed help with his English to pass a test to become a ship captain. After he passed, I knew teaching was something I cared deeply about. I tutored my way through college at Wesleyan University, where I graduated with Honors. Now with five years of experience, I am prepared to teach on a wide range of subjects in a variety of styles. When not tutoring, I am a...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 750
Henry: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
Hello! I'm eager to help you in your education. I'm a recent graduate of Harvard College looking to apply to law school. My senior thesis was written on John Dewey's ideas of education, which I deeply believe has incredible power to transform individuals and society.
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Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 760
SAT Writing: 780
Alexandra: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...me and hundreds of other Texans with a private, four-year, full-ride scholarship. As a Terry Scholar, I am well-versed in all subjects and have taken on the role of mentor to many of the incoming freshmen. I have spent most of my free time in college as a nanny and tutor to families around the DFW area. I have experience with all age groups and there is nothing that intimidates me! While I tutor a...
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University of North Texas - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
Catherine: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
Hi, I'm Catherine! I have over eight years of experience working with students ages 6 through 18. I have an engineering degree from Georgia Tech and I am confident I can support you in your math needs. My passion for teaching has driven me to work hard to teach students in ways that match their learning styles.... Tutoring is student-led in that students are encouraged to ask questions, and I'll guide them to the solution.... Discuss...
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Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelors, Civil Engineering
Allan: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where I wanted it to be. The second time I took the exam I saw a 200-point increase. Previously, I have had experience teaching the SSAT and the SAT. The student I tutored in SSAT successfully passed the exam is now attending a private high school abroad. With VarsityTutor's online learning platform, I will be able to transfer knowledge in a visual,...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 780
Kaley: Santa Barbara SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Santa Barbara, CA
...have been working with kids since high school. I have experience both as a classroom teacher and a tutor and in these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 790
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Santa Barbara SSAT Tutoring FAQ
The Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT) will be part of the application procedure when your student is trying to get into a top private school. These test scores are meant to evaluate your child's current academic ability. If your student is nervous about the test, consider connecting with a tutor. Individual tutoring can be beneficial to students at any level when achieving a high score is the goal. Varsity Tutors' educational directors can help you connect with a professional SSAT tutor in Santa Barbara.
There are four sections to the test, covering English skills, math skills, verbal abilities and writing aptitude. The subject matter will depend on the grade level of your child. Your tutor will try to make the material accessible to your student, regardless of age or ability. One of the benefits of tutoring is that your child could be able to work at his or her own pace, without any pressure. Contact us to find you a professional SSAT tutor in Santa Barbara, CA, who can work with your student today. You might be impressed at how quickly progress is made, and how much more confident your student is when studying for this exam.
It can be difficult to hold your child's attention when it comes to studying. A skilled SSAT tutor in Santa Barbara will take your child's interests into account to create engrossing study sessions that keep them focused and engaged the entire time. For younger students, math games and rhymes can be helpful to learning. Older students could benefit from practice tests, vocabulary drills, and talking through complex math equations. You could love the convenience of tutoring; your child's tutor will meet at a time and place that's convenient to you and your family. Online tutoring sessions are available, and in-person meetings can also be scheduled.
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