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I'm from upstate New York and I love to be outside, play guitar, and work out. I have 3 siblings, so I'm used to helping people strengthen their skills and learn new ones. I love most math classes, and I'm attending Boston College in the Carroll School of Management Honors Program. I intend on majoring in finance and mathematics. I look forward to working with you!

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in psychology and linguistics. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree in speech-language pathology at Teachers College, Columbia University. In the past, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a public school classroom, a mentor to middle school girls, an instructor and tutor at the literacy education organization 826, and a summer camp counselor. I tutor a diverse range of subjects, and I find that I especially enjoy tutoring language arts, reading, and writing at all levels, from elementary school all the way up to college/grad school test prep. As a tutor, I am committed to helping students reach their full potential as learners. Throughout my years as an educator, I have seen firsthand the remarkable academic growth that can occur when tutors provide students with the individualized support that they need. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, journaling, and learning about other languages and cultures.
I am a member of the Brown Class of 2018, pursuing a bachelors degree in mathematics. I graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy in 2014. (I am able to help anyone with the boarding school admissions process.) Outside of academia, I pursue my passions in dance, travel, volunteering, reading and art. My tutoring subjects are mathematics (from elementary school to college level) and standardized testing (SAT, SAT subject tests, PSAT, and SSAT). I have tutored mainly high school students in the New York State Regents exams and AP Calculus, although I also have experience with students in middle and elementary school. Since I have been through many school systems, including public, private, studying abroad, and boarding school, I have learned many different techniques and can attack a problem from various angles. Ultimately, my teaching style is full of tips and tricks to break down complicated topics into simple, more understandable ideas.
I am currently attending New York University where I am pursuing a degree in Finance and Statistics. I have previous experience tutoring individuals in math, a subject I have always excelled at academically. My knowledge and interest in mathematics, makes it easy for me to frame and deconstruct seemingly complicated concepts and theories in ways students will be able to understand and remember. Outside of academia I enjoy playing tennis, going to movies, and spending time with friends and family.
I am a new graduate of Pomona College, in Claremont, CA, where I studied Religion and Philosophy. While there, I wrote many papers of a wide variety, working on strong arguments, organization, and phrasing. I peer edited as well as volunteering with groups that mentored high school students, focusing on college admissions work, continuing and expanding my experiences from high school of tutoring for standardized testing. Additionally, I taught beginning violin to younger children.
I am a graduate of Columbia University with a degree in Drama and Theatre Arts. I taught math and essay writing to my peers in high school and college, and have tutored a close friend in her mathematics courses since junior year of high school. I am most comfortable and passionate about tutoring SAT prep, particularly the Math section and subject tests. I believe in supporting and encouraging my students and making material as accessible as possible, breaking down what may be difficult subject matter into terms and concepts that they already understand. I firmly believe in the potential of every student to grasp material that they may think is out of reach, and aim to reduce the stress factor of studying as much as possible. Outside of tutoring, I am a professional actor and playwright, and in my free time (a rare, mystical thing these days) I enjoy playing guitar and mandolin, practicing yoga, and my PS4.
I am a rising sophomore at Cornell University, studying Human Biology, Health and Society. I am on the premed track and am pursuing a minor in South Asian Studies. I was born in India and grew up in Singapore and Buffalo, NY, where I currently live. This past semester, I tutored middle and high school students in math, biology, and chemistry in Ithaca. I also particularly enjoy tutoring for standardized tests such as the ACT, as I feel it is where students are able to make a lot of progress quickly, and it also tends to be the most rewarding for both the students and for me! As someone who loves making organized and detailed plans, I believe having a clear set of goals for one's future is the key to success, and this can be applied to anything, from a single test to one's entire career. I would love to help my students with setting goals and making plans in their high school and/or college careers, in addition to tutoring a specific subject! In college, I am most involved with Cornell's Hindu Student Council and SPICMACAY, an Indian classical music and dance organization. Outside of academia, I sing South Indian classical music and play many different genres of the piano.
I am in the process of selecting a masters program in education that will begin this summer. I have 2 years experience doing 1 on 1 tutoring and it is very effective compared to classroom teaching because there is only one student to focus on. I look forward to working with you and helping you or your child get better. Always remember, even the best of us need help and support from others to be successful.
I'm not tutoring, I love walking through New York for design inspiration and taking carpentry, metalworking, and illustration classes.
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
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Score improvement depends on your starting point and how consistently you prepare, but most students see meaningful gains within 8-12 weeks of focused tutoring. Typical improvements range from 50-150 points, with students who work on weak sections and practice regularly seeing the most significant results. Your tutor will help identify which sections (Verbal, Math, or Reading) need the most attention and create a targeted study plan.
Your first session focuses on understanding your baseline skills and test-taking habits. Your tutor will review your SSAT practice test results (or administer one), discuss which sections challenge you most, and ask about your target score and timeline. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan that addresses your specific weak areas, whether that's reading comprehension pacing, math problem-solving strategies, or writing clarity.
Pacing is one of the most common SSAT challenges because students often spend too much time on difficult questions and rush through easier ones. Your tutor will teach you strategic time management—like identifying which questions to tackle first, when to skip and return to a problem, and how to allocate time across sections. Practice tests are essential here; working through full-length timed tests with your tutor helps you develop a rhythm that works for your brain.
That depends on your practice test scores and which section feels more challenging. Many students struggle with Reading comprehension because it requires both speed and accuracy, while others find Math more difficult due to specific gaps in foundational skills. Your tutor will analyze your practice test data to pinpoint which section will give you the biggest score boost, then tailor your sessions accordingly—though most SSAT prep includes work on both areas.
Most students benefit from taking a full-length practice test every 2-3 weeks to track progress and identify patterns in mistakes. Early in your prep, you might focus on timed section drills with your tutor, then gradually move to full tests as test day approaches. Your tutor will review each practice test with you to spot trends—like whether you're missing certain question types or running out of time—so you can adjust your strategy accordingly.
Test anxiety often stems from uncertainty about what to expect or feeling unprepared. Regular tutoring builds confidence through familiarity with question formats, consistent practice, and concrete strategies you can rely on during the actual test. Your tutor will also help you develop mental approaches—like staying calm when you encounter a hard question—and ensure you've practiced under realistic timed conditions so test day feels less intimidating.
The Writing section tests your ability to write a clear, organized essay under time pressure. Your tutor will teach you a reliable essay structure, help you brainstorm quickly, and provide feedback on your drafts to improve clarity and grammar. Unlike the multiple-choice sections, Writing improves through actual practice writing essays, so expect to write several timed essays during your tutoring sessions and get personalized feedback on each one.
Look for tutors with strong SSAT expertise, ideally including personal test-taking experience and a track record of helping students improve scores. They should be familiar with the specific question types, timing challenges, and strategies that work for the SSAT format. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand the test deeply and can tailor their approach to your learning style and target schools.
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