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I'm an avid reader, musician, outdoors-enthusiast, chef, and movie-watcher.

I am not working, I am usually swing dancing! I also spend my time reading, crocheting, and taking selfies with my cat.
I am a junior studying Writing for Screen and Television at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts. For the past two spring semesters I worked as a CollegeSpring Mentor, tutoring Green Dot Charter high school juniors for the SAT and teaching them predatory skills for college. In addition to my experience tutoring for the SAT, as a screenwriting major I most enjoy teaching my favorite subject, English. I love showing students the power language endows upon them to communicate their ideas and beliefs with others. I believe every student deserves the chance to succeed and to try to capitalize on their strengths while encouraging them to improve in areas they may traditionally find challenging. Endowing a student with confidence in themselves through patience and support is the best way not only to improve academic performance, but also transform them into lifelong learners. I try to share not only my passion for knowledge with students, but also my love of sports (football, baseball, and softball), action films, and global affairs. Seeing students not only improve academically but also show improved confidence and happiness is the most rewarding part of my job.
I am a BS/MS student at Columbia University studying Electrical engineering and also following the premed curriculum. After my undergraduate, I hope to pursue an MD-PhD and work in a teaching/research hospital as a physician-engineer.
I'm a recent graduate of the California Institute of Technology in Economics and Computer Science. I was also accepted at Harvard, Princeton, MIT, and Stanford. I have a broad range of interests spanning science, math, engineering, social science, the humanities, the arts, and athletics (I also played on the Caltech basketball team). My background allows me to tutor general college prep, especially the SAT, ACT and the GRE. I love to teach analytical thinking, ranging from advanced Math and Physics to strategies for understanding literature and developing arguments.
I'm Arian. I graduated from Wesleyan University with degrees in English and Environmental Studies, with a focus on creative writing. For my senior thesis, I wrote a 50-page epic poem that intertwined the geobiological evolution of the earth with my family history.
I am a recent graduate of the University of Virginia living in Los Angeles. While at UVA, I earned a 3.95 GPA and graduated my major program with Highest Distinction. I have eight years of tutoring experience (including starting my own tutoring program) and have worked with students of all ages. I'm looking forward to helping people with their studies in any way I can.
I'm a New York transplant to LA, and a freelance composer and musician by nature. I am an artist and a teacher-- these are my two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied Linguistics Masters here in California.
I'm an undergraduate at UC Berkeley with two years currently under my belt and the intention to double major in anthropology and biology. My focus is on understanding human biological and social origins through analysis of human artifacts, biological remains, and environmental reconstruction, with a parallel interest in preservation strategies. Outside of academics, I'm passionate about all manner of developing sciences and technologies as well as current events and the history behind them.
I am currently a doctoral student at the University of Southern California, and I completed earlier degrees at the Juilliard School in New York and at La Sierra University in Riverside, CA. At La Sierra as an undergrad, I received dual degrees with honors in violin and mathematics, both of which have led me to teaching opportunities. In tutoring either field, I enjoy the constant adaptation of finding an approach suited to each student that will help them achieve their goals. Both mathematics and music are often considered to be innate talents, but being able to assist students of any background in gaining proficiency is an exciting opportunity for me and a fulfilling one when it happens. Beyond mathematics, I also welcome tutoring opportunities in Chemistry and especially Physics, with it's mathematical foundation.
I'm Jerome and I hope I can help in your academic journey. As someone who's received tutoring before, I hope I can help students, not only learn the subject matter, but the study and thinking skills to succeed academically. By learning the skills, you can gain the confidence to pursue other endeavors. Don't give up. Ask for help. We'll succeed together.
I am currently a sophomore at NYU studying English and Journalism. However, I can help with almost any subject, including math and science, as I took advanced-level courses and 13 AP tests in high school. I have years of experience tutoring students of all ages, from elementary school through high school. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the violin, reading, and writing. I live in New York City during the academic year (September - May) and would be happy to tutor in-person (depending on the travel distance) then. Of course, if you/your child is more comfortable with online tutoring, I can tutor online year-round. Thanks for dropping by, and I hope to work with you/your child soon!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your starting point and study consistency, but most students see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks of focused preparation. Students who work with a tutor often improve by 100-200 points or more, particularly when they identify and target specific weak areas like reading comprehension or quantitative reasoning. The key is consistent practice combined with personalized feedback on your test-taking approach.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your current strengths and weaknesses across the three SSAT sections: verbal, math, and writing. The tutor will review your goals, discuss your target schools, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs. This foundation helps ensure every subsequent session builds directly toward your score goals.
Reading comprehension is often the most challenging section for students because it requires both strong vocabulary and the ability to understand complex passages under time pressure. However, the specific section that's hardest varies by student—some find the math section demanding due to pacing, while others struggle with the writing sample. A tutor can pinpoint which section needs the most attention in your case and develop targeted strategies to improve it.
Practice tests are essential—they help you understand the test format, build pacing skills, and identify patterns in the types of questions you miss. Taking full-length practice tests under timed conditions also builds test-day confidence and reduces anxiety. Most students benefit from taking 4-6 full practice tests throughout their preparation, with a tutor reviewing your results to refine your strategy.
Most students prepare for 2-4 months, depending on their starting score and target school requirements. If you're aiming for a significant score boost or preparing for highly competitive schools, 3-4 months of consistent study with weekly tutoring sessions is ideal. Even with a shorter timeline, focused tutoring can help you maximize your preparation and avoid common mistakes.
Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the format or uncertainty about your abilities—both things tutoring directly addresses. When you work through practice tests and learn proven test-taking strategies with a tutor, you build genuine confidence in your preparation. Many students find that understanding exactly what to expect on test day and having a solid game plan significantly reduces anxiety and improves performance.
Effective strategies include building vocabulary through contextual learning, practicing active reading to understand main ideas quickly, and learning to eliminate wrong answers efficiently. Time management is critical—many students benefit from skimming questions before reading passages, then reading with purpose. A tutor can teach you which strategies work best for your learning style and help you practice them until they become automatic.
Look for tutors with strong test prep experience, familiarity with SSAT-specific question types and scoring, and a track record of helping students improve. Ideally, they should understand the schools you're targeting and how SSAT scores fit into the admissions process. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven success preparing students for competitive independent and private schools.
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