Top PSAT Tutors serving Fountain Valley

Jennifer: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
I am committed to providing my students with the best learning experience achievable. I strive to cater to their needs and challenge them to achieve their academic goals. ... I believe that every student can reach their personal potential. In order to do so, both student and educator must communicate with each other to use the student's strengths to overcome any challenges the student may face.... I always like to learn about the student's goals, interests,...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Public Policy
University of Southern California - Masters, Teaching

Rebecca: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...in Hyderabad, India, and reading to rehabilitated refugee children in Arizona. After graduating, I instructed reading programs for the Institute of Reading Development, where I saw that, as my students' reading skills improved, their overall confidence skyrocketed. They became better students because they stopped feeling incapable and inept. This experience is the foundation of my tutoring philosophy. I believe education increases one's own sense of ability and self-worth. Because of this, I aim to inspire...
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 720
GRE Verbal: 163

Hope: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...a Bachelor's in Nutrition and a minor in Spanish from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego where I competed on the tennis team for four years. I tutored throughout college for peers, high school students, and middle school students. I also taught private tennis lessons for six years after high school. I am very passionate about teaching! I have just applied to dental school and am planning to start in fall of 2015.
Education & Certification
Point Loma Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, Nutrition and Food

Victor: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...and have been very successful in my mission of helping students succeed! I have had the opportunity to teach in the school district I am in for about five years as well and I have seen many of my students go on to graduate and achieve high success. My biggest goal is to change the mindset of students I tutor from "This is too hard" to "I have this down now" and that is just...
Education & Certification
California State University-Long Beach - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Kamilah: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...to work with students whose needs aren't being met fully in the classroom and the supplement the handwork that each teacher puts into the education plans of their students. I have been tutoring all types of students from Special Needs to Gifted for 9 years. I have a ton of strategies for a variety of subjects and have seen my students grow leaps and bounds in confidence, skill, and ability. I love the challenge of...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Public Policy
GRE Quantitative: 157
GRE Verbal: 151

Ayesha: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...too can be in 5 years (at my age). I generally prefer tutoring SAT math, Geometry, and Algebra 2; using mathematical reasoning to approach a challenge appeals to me because it's a skill that requires experience. I enjoy helping students reach the answer, emphasizing not the final solution, but instead the process used to find the solution. Being forced to think and solve critically is what expands students' minds and gives them experience mathematically, helping...
Education & Certification
Pasadena City College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry

Karl: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...in my abilities though - my students over the years consistently praised my ability to take complex ideas and break them down into relatable and manageable ideas. I have seen countless students struggle initially, only to succeed and flourish with a little bit of effort and assistance. If you are interested in being tutored, you are most likely a bright, hardworking student. Chemistry and math are very difficult subjects to master, and very few people...
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelors, Chemistry
Mercy College - Masters, Adolescent Education

Luke: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...of Fine Arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where I also taught Sculpture. I've taught a broad range of topics, from Art History to to Web Design. In addition to Art, I love History, Philosophy, and geeking out on Math & Technology. More than anything, I love to learn, and I hope to collaborate on a learning experience that is as much fun as it is challenging.... I believe the knowledge,...
Education & Certification
Northwestern College - Bachelors, Art
School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Masters, Sculpture
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33

Anna: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
I majored in Middle Eastern Studies and minored in math during undergrad at Cornell. Since graduating I've worked in a number of fields and countries, although the common theme is teaching English and researching in the Middle East. As an English Teaching Assistant at Weill Medical School in Qatar, I became competent at editing and guiding students in writing. I'm now a first year fellow studying Policy Analysis at the Pardee RAND Graduate School.
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Near Eastern Studies
Pardee RAND Graduate School - PHD, Policy Analysis
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 790

Benjamin: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...Math and English to SAT and GRE preparation. While I do not have much formal experience in tutoring, I was a peer tutor throughout high school. Also, as the oldest sibling, it fell to me to help my younger brother and sister through the difficult times in their studies, so I have plenty of experience helping students find the right way to learn the skills and information they need for school. As you may have...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, History
Drexel Online University - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 165

Katie: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
As a graduate of the UC Davis Linguistics department, I can empathize with the harsh demands of academia. For students of any age level, I believe striving for the best is a huge indicator of future success. Having an academic guide can truly be the key to the future, and I would love to help you and your family in the pursuit of the best education!
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Whitney: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...as a near-peer. My goal is to help each and every student I work with find the academic subject that sparks their passion for learning. Being a visual learner myself, I have always had to create tools, draw pictures, or make games for myself in order to learn, and I bring that to my tutoring style. I truly believe that any student has the capacity to learn and excel in academics--it's up to the tutor/teacher...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 740

Zach: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...of the things that make me stand out as a teacher is that I remember well what it's like to struggle in a subject. I was not good at math or science, so I understand what it is like to have difficulty grasping concepts. I can easily see how a student learns, and explain the concept in a manner in which the student can understand. Outside of teaching, I act in plays, write films, and...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre/English

Mary: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...composition. Although, there are no subjects that I dislike tutoring. Because my experience tutoring college students has given me insight into some of the difficulties of transitioning into more rigorous college level work, my goal is to help middle school and high school students develop the skills they need to be prepared for the next step in their education. In addition to tutoring the details of the particular subject, I feel it is important to...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Alice: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...a health clinic in Peru, doing field work in Belize, and working at the World Health Organization in Switzerland. I have experience tutoring elementary math and English, teaching science labs to fifth grade classes, and leading health labs for high school students. I also have worked helped students prep for the Law School Admissions Test. I am able to tutor a wide variety of subjects, as I have an interdisciplinary background. However, I like to...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelors, Global Health, Environmental Studies
Stanford Law School - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 780

Tito: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...California in May 2014 with a B.S in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention and a minor in Law and Society. I am able to tutor in multiple science subjects, standardized tests (SAT, ACT) and social sciences (public health, political science). I would be happy to help with any age. I help students by getting to know their background and understanding of the subject and helping them build upon that knowledge base through the sessions.
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Will: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...where for three years I taught academic reading and writing, communication skills, and standardized exam preparation. I enjoy tutoring, and have experience giving private instruction in English reading, writing, and speaking, and preparation for the following standardized exams: SAT, ACT, GRE, TOEFL and IELTS. It's been my pleasure to work with students from a variety of national, cultural and social backgrounds to help them achieve their personal, academic, and career goals. I'm an avid reader,...
Education & Certification
University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Letters, International Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Alanna: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...tutor in SAT writing and verbal preparation, essay writing skills, English, and Literature. My favorite subjects to tutor are definitely those that involve writing, because they provide fantastic opportunities for students to express their creativity. One of my major goals in tutoring is to help students find a passion for learning the material they are presented with. In my free time I love attending comedy shows, playing volleyball at the beach, and finding new restaurants...
Education & Certification
Occidental College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
SAT Writing: 760

Danielle: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
Teachers made a huge difference in my life when I was growing up. Now, as an adult, I feel lucky to be able to give back as a tutor. I love getting to know my students, learning how they tick. Understanding how my students learn allows me to tailor my approach to each student to fit his or her individual needs. I like to incorporate the student's interest as well as humor, when I can!
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Communications
University of Southern California - Masters, Acting
SAT Writing: 710

Melanie: Fountain Valley PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Fountain Valley, CA
...that one-on-one tutoring is more beneficial for the student and allows him/her to have the individualized attention they deserve. The SAT's can be daunting without the right preparation, and my goal is to get students familiar and comfortable with the SAT math by reviewing the topics, teaching them to decode the questions, and offering helpful strategies. In literacy, I have experience working with all different ages from pre-school to entry level college courses. In addition...
Education & Certification
SUNY College at Cortland - Bachelors, Secondary Education in Math
SUNY College at Cortland - Masters, Education in Literacy
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Fountain Valley PSAT Tutoring FAQ
If you're just starting senior high school and think the infamous SAT, or Scholastic Aptitude Test, is a long way off, think again. Students as early as sophomore year, or sooner, may take the Preliminary SAT, or PSAT, and most take it by their junior year. Based on the version you take, it can be very influential on your college career. The National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT), is taken in 10th or 11th grade; the PSAT/ NMSQT score can get you a scholarship if it's close enough to a 1520. The PSAT 10 doesn't have this benefit, and the PSAT 8/ 9 gives 8th and 9th graders the opportunity to see a baseline of their progress. Could your child do better? Varsity Tutors could help you find Fountain Valley, CA, tutors to try to help your child hone their PSAT skills to potentially improve on the exam.
The tutors have taken the exam before, so they could offer tips and hints. They are also skilled at teaching it, first identifying where your son or daughter's strengths and weaknesses lie. Any topics of confusion will be a part of a targeted, personalized study plan. This is not the "one-size fits all" strategy often observed in prep classes. Your child's needs are the focus of the tutor. An expert PSAT tutor in Fountain Valley is a great way to try to help your child prepare for their exam. They can also apply any teaching method based on your student's particular learning style and personality, helping them understand the content even faster.
What's different about tutoring is it gives a personalized study plan. Test prep classes can help, but they are filled with lessons geared for a big group. Your child's tutor works with them individually, continually assesses their progress, and will alter the study plan and teaching method in accordance with your student's performance.
A skilled PSAT tutor in Fountain Valley can present your student with multiple teaching approaches, until they find the one that works best for them. This plan can help discover how your son or daughter best learns, which can easily be very useful in other classes and studying for other tests. We could help your child find an expert PSAT tutor in Fountain Valley, CA, who can try to design a study focused on their individual needs. The tutor can work to prepare your son or daughter, whether they work from your house or a library, at a most convenient time, or face-to-face online, via a live learning platform, they will prepare your student to confidently face the test.
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