Top SAT Tutors serving San Francisco-Bay Area
Audrey: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...senior at Pomona College with a specialty in critical reading and writing skills. I have prior experience working at my school's writing center to assist first-year students with college-level essays. I have also captained an award-winning collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing the skills...
Education & Certification
Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Abigail: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...tutored students at a local K-8 school who were struggling with reading and writing. My student was thirteen years old, and most of the resources for his reading level were aimed at students much younger. In order to keep him engaged, I had to get creative. We would practice reading comprehension using the sports section of the newspaper, and did short creative writing exercises. I learned a lot about how to get students excited about...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720
Kevin: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...and worked at the tutoring center, EDU4U, for the last 7 years. My own experiences as a student receiving tutoring has taught me and helped me a lot in being a successful tutor. In my opinion, the most important part of tutoring is understanding each individual's needs and learning methods. Everyone is different and to be a successful tutor, you cannot apply the same teaching methods to every student. Understanding how quickly students learn, what...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Finance
Daniel: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...not define individual's potential. Besides academics, music is my stress-reliever. I thoroughly enjoy playing guitar and learning new instruments. These days, I have been practicing harmonica. My favorite artists/bands include John Mayer, Jason Mraz, and Maroon5. Also, I recently started to get into cooking. I first started cooking because I enjoyed watching cooking shows. I tried few recipes, and I wanted to get better at it. Moreover, cooking food for other people gives me joy.
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Touro University - Masters, Medical Health Sciences
SAT Math: 720
Jacqueline: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...tutor in a wide variety of topics, I am most passionate about English. I am a highly skilled writer and editor who can provide valuable tutoring to any student struggling with the written word. Most importantly, my methods of teaching can help encourage students to regain the confidence in themselves needed to feel prepared and at ease in any academic setting. Next year, I plan to go back to school to get my Master's Degree...
Education & Certification
University of Richmond - Bachelor in Arts, English
Mei: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...class without explaining why side "C" is "C". Then on standardized test, the sides are now labeled "EFG", and the child struggles to properly choose the correct inputs to the equation. Memorizing formulas is good, but understanding how and why is better. Answers are good, but repeatable problem solving skills are better. Doing practice tests is good, but focusing on the troublesome problems is better. Simply - knowledge is good, but intelligence is better. My...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730
Samuel: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...UCLA after studying Sociology and Government. After working briefly in politics, I decided to go into education, and since then 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...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education
Steven: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...recent graduate of UCLA with a degree in Biology. While I have previous experience tutoring a wide-range of subjects, being a scientist, I am particulary passionate and excited about tutoring in science and math. I also have an extensive background in standardized tests, so I would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT. Of note, something in particular that attracts me to tutoring is that by...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Joseph: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...spring of 2015, where I double majored in English and Finance. I worked two years for Rutgers Upward Bound TRIO program, in which I helped students ranging from freshmen to seniors in high school learn and practice the fundamentals of writing, reading comprehension, essay writing, SAT Math, SAT Writing, and SAT Reading. In the summer of 2015, I moved to the Bay Area, where I am currently taking fall semester courses at Berkeley City College....
Education & Certification
Berkeley City College - Current Undergrad, English
SAT Writing: 720
Eric: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...in a variety of disciplines as needed. I plan to continue substitute teaching in the 2015-2016 school year in the San Francisco Bay Area. While my teaching certification is in instrumental music, my primary interest in tutoring is high school core subjects like math and English. I believe these fundamental subjects are the basis of effective thought and communication that set students up for future success. My goal is to guide students to find their...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Vanderbilt University - Masters in Education, Education
GRE Verbal: 164
Eli: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...honors from UCLA, majoring in psychology. I spent three years as a high school math teacher and basketball coach in Washington D.C. Before that, I spent four years as a sportswriter and columnist in Los Angeles. I have worked with students of all ages from kindergarten to adulthood and am a staunch believer that it is never too late to fall in love with learning any subject (even math!). My approach to tutoring is the...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800
Dallas: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...and an emphasis in Human Health. During my time there I took classes in just about every science subject they offered- which was reminiscent of High School, when I took just about every AP class my school offered. If you're sensing a theme here, you're right. I can be kind of a nerd. While at Cal I tutored other students in Physics and Chemistry, and also taught an introductory Biology lab. I also spent some...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Integrative Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740
Edwin: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...magna cum laude from UCLA with a BS in Applied Mathematics with a minor in Chinese. I have about two years of experience in tutoring students. I tutor high school and college level mathematics and SAT/ACT preparation. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, the subjects that interest me the most are calculus, college level mathematics, and test prep. I have a calm, adaptive tutoring style. I revise my tutoring strategies to fit each...
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Mustafa: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...volunteered on a weekly basis at a local community center to provide homework and study help to students. I have also helped students study and prepare for the PSAT and SAT math sections. It is my belief that, in addition to the raw information presented, math and science courses teach crucial analytical skills that can be utilized by anyone in whichever path of life they choose to pursue. For this reason, I try to impart...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Math: 800
Alexander: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...am happy to work with middle- or high-school students in any of the standard courses. I have tutored Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, etc. and am very comfortable with the assignments given in these classes, as well as the areas students most often need help with on tests and exams. I am also happy to work with college students. I have worked with almost every variety of Calculus course, as well as differential equations, linear algebra,...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770
Shannon: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...with an emphasis in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior, as well as a Bachelor's of Arts degree in English, with an emphasis in Literature, Criticism, and Analysis. I have worked as a tutor for six years. During this time, I have had the most experience tutoring pre-algebra, algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, Spanish and college-level algebra. I think based on the amount I have tutored and my overall experience, my favorite subject to tutor is math because...
Education & Certification
University of California-Davis - Bachelors, Biological Sciences & English (Double Major)
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 162
Sid: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...only time it was awarded to STEM in 35 years! Now, completely immersed in research in developing best the material for clean energy technology, I really miss the teaching that I immensely enjoyed for last 10 years. My secret: success in tests (and maybe in life, too) comes from not just what we know, but what we can deliver in a short time, when demanded. I learned the methods in a hard way. I aim to...
Education & Certification
Indian Institute of Technology - Kanpur - Bachelors, Chemistry
Yale University - PHD, Chemistry
Christie: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...to change their lifestyle and improve their quality of life. This is one of the reasons I am a pre-health student with an aim for a career as a Physician's Assistant. Tutoring students is directly related to my mantra and passion to educate. I am very eager to apply the lessons learned through high school and two years at Cal to help a student excel in any material. Because both of my parents are teachers...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 32
Anna : San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...courses and provided private LSAT tutoring for a test preparation company. Indeed, I have a special place in my heart for the LSAT, and I think it's a test that becomes much more manageable with a lot of practice and a solid understanding of its mechanics. I just moved to the Bay Area from Alaska, where I clerked for a judge in Dillingham, a remote town accessible only by plane. Needless to say, I love...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Russian and French
LSAT: 173
Izabel: San Francisco-Bay Area SAT tutor
Certified SAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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 think everyone has the potential to succeed in whatever subject they choose as long as they put their mind to it. I am looking forward to the chance to help...
Education & Certification
Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Economics, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700
Private SAT Tutoring in San Francisco-Bay Area, CA
Our interview process, stringent qualifications, and background screening ensure that only the best SAT tutors in San Francisco-Bay Area, CA work with Varsity Tutors. To assure a successful experience, you're paired with one of these qualified tutors by an expert director - and we stand behind that match with our money-back guarantee.
Receive personally tailored SAT 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.
San Francisco-Bay Area SAT Tutoring FAQ
If you're nervous about taking the SAT for the first time, or you're hoping to try to improve upon your previous scores, Varsity Tutors can match you with an individual tutor who could help you feel better about your chances for a good score. We will try to help you find expert SAT tutors in San Antonio, TX, whose goal is to maximize your scoring potential on the exam. You'll come away from your tutoring sessions feeling prepared, confident, and ready to tackle the challenge.
An expert SAT tutor in San Antonio could help you hone your skills and try to ace the exam. With this kind of one-on-one attention, you can focus on the mathematics portion of the test, where you'll need to know algebra, problem solving, equations, and functions. You can practice your reading comprehension and talk about strategies for understanding context and drawing conclusions. If the writing portion of the SAT has you stressed out, your tutor can work with you to try to help you understand potential topics, strategize about what you'll write, and teach you to form articulate and cohesive arguments.
Most high school students who are thinking about college and professional careers know that they can benefit from individualized tutoring and extra SAT prep. The problem is usually finding a reliable tutor who could actually help you pursue tangible results. We can find you an expert SAT tutor in San Antonio who could teach you all the skills and strategies you need to potentially improve on the SAT. You'll have the option of working in person with your tutor or conducting study sessions face-to-face online. The tutor and the logistics are arranged with your needs and preferences in mind. Whether you need a comprehensive overview of the test and lots of practice questions, or a more targeted focus on specific subjects and areas, your tutor will make a difference in your test performance.
You'll learn about SAT basics, the structure of the test, the time limits, and content requirements. When you understand what you'll be facing, you'll feel more prepared, and your chances for success will likely increase. The tutors we can connect you with have experience preparing students like you for this important exam. If you know you want a tutor but aren't sure where to find one, get in touch with us. We'll work around your schedule and pay attention to your needs. Varsity Tutors' experienced educational directors are happy to help students in San Antonio, TX, connect with a qualified SAT tutor who could help them work toward their goals.
Your Personalized Tutoring Program and Instructor
Identify Needs
Our knowledgeable directors help you choose your tutor with your learning profile and personality in mind.
Customize Learning
Your tutor can customize your lessons and present concepts in engaging easy-to-understand-ways.
Increased Results
You can learn more efficiently and effectively because the teaching style is tailored to you.
Online Convenience
With the flexibility of online tutoring, your tutor can be arranged to meet at a time that suits you.