I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital.

I am a first year medical student at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. I have been a private tutor in the past in subjects such as math, biology, chemistry, and the SATs and every single one of my more than twenty students have shown significant improvement. Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, and your needs and preferences as the learner will always be paramount. I hope to help every one of my students reach every bit of their potential, and along the way, to utterly shatter any self-induced limitations that have been placed upon what they can accomplish.

I am currently studying molecular biology and I hope to work at a pediatric hospital after graduating from medical school. As an undergraduate, I am involved in volunteering organizations, photography, dance companies, and Asian-American political organizations.

Scoring 1580 on the SAT gave Kate firsthand knowledge of the traps the math section sets — especially on those final grid-in questions where a misread of a quadratic or a sign error on an inequality costs critical points. She breaks the section into concept clusters like functions, ratios, and data analysis so students know exactly where their weak spots are. Each session targets specific problem types rather than generic review.

Matthew scored a 1580 on the SAT, and his approach to the Math section is built around recognizing which of the ~15 recurring problem types you're looking at before you start solving. He's particularly effective at demystifying the harder passport-to-advanced-math questions — quadratic and exponential reasoning, systems with no solution — that separate a 700 from an 800. His background as the child of two math professors means explaining quantitative concepts clearly is practically genetic.

I'm currently pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at Temple University. I love working with children and young adults, and I'm thrilled to be spending some time tutoring this spring.

I am friendly, reliable, and most importantlycommitted to helping you learn! It is my top priority to create a positive learning experience that will help boost your test scores without boring you to tears. After all, shouldn't learning be fun?

I'm interested in running, reading, and teaching overseas someday in the future.

Scoring 1590 on the SAT means Katherine lost almost nothing on the math sections, and she's turned that into a repeatable method for tackling both the Heart of Algebra and Passport to Advanced Math question categories. She zeroes in on the specific question types a student consistently misses — whether that's systems of inequalities, quadratic modeling, or data interpretation — and drills those until they become automatic.

I'm a recent graduate from Brown University where I studied Linguistics and French. I teach French at all levels, including AP and SAT subject test prep. I started learning French when I was 5 and it's been an important part of my life so I hope to help others appreciate the language as much as I do! I studied abroad in Senegal, West Africa where I spoke nothing but French for a semester. In college I was a French TA for several semesters.

I am most passionate about music, French, and English. I love the potential for communication and creativity that languages and the arts provide.

I'm a recent Georgetown University graduate originally from San Diego, CA. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Human Science, and I graduated with Honors with Distinction. While at Georgetown, I completed the pre-medical track and minored in Math. I'm an experienced standardized test taker, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic potential! I have tutored elementary school through college students in reading comprehension, math, SAT prep, and chemistry, and even started an afterschool engineering program for elementary school students. I am a strong proponent of framing intelligence as a muscle that is strengthened over time rather than an innate characteristic. While I'm not tutoring, I enjoy cooking, reading, and playing with dogs.

I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.

I am well schooled in academic writing and reading comprehension; furthermore, I have honed my ability to write pointed, direct essays for both applications and classes. After studying French in high school, I went on to spend over six months in France working on archaeological excavations. As a previous educator for high school students, I am versed in different learning styles and can't wait to work with more. It sounds trite, but it's true--I love teaching, and consider it both a privilege and a real pleasure. I look forward to helping more students achieve their academic goals!

The SAT Math section's trickiest questions aren't really math problems — they're reading problems disguised as math, and William's Yale linguistics training makes him unusually good at teaching students to decode exactly what's being asked before picking up a pencil. He scored 1580 on the SAT himself and zeroes in on the "Heart of Algebra" word problems where most points are lost not to weak calculation but to misreading the setup. Rated 5.0 by students.

I'm Alex, a 28-year old with a passion for teaching science and for helping students conquer standardized tests. Since I began working as a physics, math, and SAT tutor with Varsity Tutors in 2011, I've found it incredibly rewarding to help my students develop sustainable study habits and realize their academic potential. I believe that a student's performance is largely influenced by their weekly study routine, and I make it a priority to help my students figure out a process that works well for them.

The SAT Math section rewards students who can translate word problems into clean algebra — and that translation step is where most points get lost. Meghan, who scored a 1510 composite and went on to complete a biology degree heavy in statistics and calculus, teaches students to identify what each question is actually asking before touching their calculator. Rated 4.8 by students.

I'm a recent college graduate living in West Philadelphia. I graduated from Oberlin College in May of 2015, where I majored in Environmental Studies and minored in Politics. I love to play music, dance, make art and play basketball with my friends. I'm passionate about youth education and mentoring and I think everyone deserves the opportunity for a quality education. I have been tutor with Varsity Tutors for over a year, and volunteered as a tutor with the National Honor Society and Let's Get Ready - an organization that offers free SAT-prep for underserved youth. I love to tutor in social studies, humanities, and life sciences, and have a lot of experience in tutoring for AP and SAT tests. My basic outlook on education is that 1. Everyone is intelligent and capable of learning 2. People have diverse interests and passions 3. Everyone learns in a unique way. If we spend our time following our passions and figuring out what learning style works best for us, than our education can be transformative. One of the primary problems of our education system is the lack of individualized learning time, and personal relationship building between teacher and student. I think we tend to use a one size fits all approach with education because our schools and teachers don't have the time or resources to respond to the needs of every student. I believe that 1-on-1 tutoring, mentoring and education is essential for developing learning practices that are effective for you. I'm excited to work with you!

Spencer earned a 1550 SAT and brings an engineer's precision to the Math section, particularly the no-calculator portion where algebraic fluency with quadratics, systems, and rational expressions matters most. He walks through each problem type's underlying logic so students recognize what's being tested before they start solving.

Cindy scored a 1540 on the SAT and knows exactly where the math section tries to trip students up — from misread word problems in the Heart of Algebra questions to tricky passport-to-advanced-math items involving polynomial division and quadratic manipulation. She teaches students to spot these patterns quickly so they can bank time for the harder grid-ins. Rated 5.0 by students.

Leading SAT-prep classes gave Jean a clear map of where students consistently lose points on the math section — and it's usually not the math itself but the way the test disguises straightforward algebra and geometry inside layered word problems. With a 1540 SAT and state certification in math for grades 7–12, she teaches students to strip each question down to its core operation before solving, turning a 60-second struggle into a 20-second answer.

Scoring a 1530 on the SAT, Zain knows the math section inside out — from the quadratic and exponential function questions that trip up mid-range scorers to the data analysis problems that cost students time in the calculator section. His double major in chemistry and mathematics at Swarthmore means number fluency is second nature, and he teaches pacing strategies that keep careless errors from eating into high scores. Rated 5.0 by students.

Scoring a 1530 SAT required Zachary to master the specific traps the College Board builds into its math questions — problems that look like they need algebra but collapse with a quick plug-in, or geometry questions where sketching the figure reveals the answer immediately. He walks students through these recognition patterns section by section, from passport-to-advanced-math polynomial questions to heart-of-algebra linear systems. His 5.0 rating speaks to how well that translates for students.

I am experienced in a broad range of subjects. I am enthusiastic about helping students to learn course material ranging from Biology and Chemistry to English and Writing.

Steven's favorite part of SAT prep is the math section — and his 1480 SAT backs that up with real results. His biology degree at Drexel required heavy quantitative coursework, but it's his experience as a peer tutor breaking down problems for struggling classmates that sharpened his ability to teach the algebra and problem-solving strategies that dominate the SAT's scoring. Rated 5.0 by students.

Biomedical engineering at Yale means Jonathan solves problems daily that blend calculus, physics, and data analysis — so the SAT Math section's mix of algebra, geometry, and quantitative reasoning sits well inside his comfort zone. He's especially sharp on the no-calculator questions where students need to manipulate expressions and work with nonlinear functions cleanly and quickly, skills his coursework drills constantly. His 1550 SAT and 5.0 tutoring rating back that up.

Sophie's former life as an engineering student means she built serious fluency in the algebra, geometry, and quantitative reasoning that dominate the SAT Math section — and her 1520 SAT confirms she knows how to deploy that fluency under timed, high-stakes conditions. She zeroes in on the no-calculator problems where students need to manipulate expressions and solve systems cleanly without reaching for shortcuts that backfire. Her 4.9 rating speaks to a teaching style that makes the logic behind each solution step visible, not just the answer.

I am a graduate of Columbia University with a degree in Neuroscience and an informal concentration in Artificial Intelligence. I also have a degree in Medicine from St. George's University. I have pursued biomedical research, and since turned an interest in tutoring that began while I was a student into a professional calling. I have tutored for a private tutoring company, for schools as a student tutor, and privately for individuals. While I am exceptionally well versed in Math and the Sciences, I also excel in Reading Comprehension, Writing, and have successfully tutored those subjects.

I am happy when my student completely understands the material. I highly discourage memorization.

The SAT Math section's "Heart of Algebra" questions account for roughly a third of the score, and they reward students who can translate word problems into clean equations fast. Jacob, who scored a 1550 on the SAT, breaks down that translation process step by step — isolating variables, setting up systems, and recognizing when a question is testing the same linear relationship in a new disguise. His astrophysics training means the more advanced Passport to Advanced Math questions feel like familiar territory too.

I am dedicated to helping both struggling and thriving students excel in the subject in question. While I will work closely with my tutees, I will never just tell them how to answer a problem. Making sure the student is able to solve the problem on his own and understand why this method of solution works is how the subjects can be mastered.

Scoring a 1510 composite on the SAT gave Stephanie firsthand knowledge of how the math section tests algebra, problem-solving, and data analysis under time pressure. She digs into the specific question formats — passport-to-advanced-math problems, scatterplot interpretation, systems of equations — and teaches students to identify what's being asked before they start calculating.

Biology majors don't always get credit for their math chops, but Kimberly's UNC coursework in biochemistry and physiology meant constant work with quantitative reasoning — stoichiometry, statistical analysis, exponential models — all concepts that map onto SAT Math's problem-solving and data-analysis questions. Her 1590 SAT speaks for itself, and she uses that familiarity with the test to teach students how to avoid the traps baked into seemingly straightforward algebra and geometry setups. Rated 4.9 by students.

I am a senior undergraduate at the University of Pennsylvania studying Political Science, as well as a research assistant studying violence against women. Becoming a truly successful college student often requires using an interdisciplinary approach to a given subject. I strive to bring what I have learned at a top University to high school students.

Biology majors rarely get credit for how much math they absorb — but between biostatistics, quantitative lab work, and data analysis, Ade built the exact problem-solving instincts the SAT Math section rewards, especially on its statistics and data-interpretation questions. His 1510 SAT means he's already proven he can perform under timed pressure, and he teaches students to quickly identify which mathematical relationship a word problem is really testing before committing to a solution strategy.

I am an avid crafter. In particular, glassblowing--scorching! thrilling! gorgeous!--will always be the love of my life. I also love the calm meditation of making ceramics. Give me a pottery wheel, and I could stay there all day. In fact, every craft has its charms--I also love jewelry-making, knitting, crocheting, sewing, origami, polymer clay, welding, woodworking, and so much more.

Felipe earned a 1540 SAT and now studies computer science at Penn, which means he thinks about math problems in terms of efficient problem-solving strategies rather than brute-force calculation. He teaches students to recognize which tool — backsolving, plugging in, or algebraic manipulation — fits each SAT Math question type fastest. That kind of strategic flexibility is what turns a good math score into a great one.

I am currently getting my Masters in Public Health at Thomas Jefferson University and will begin medical school at Jefferson in 2013. Having been a mentor and tutor with a handful of organizations, I am able to engage with students of all levels. I look forward to working with you!

Erik scored a 1510 on the SAT and knows exactly where the math section tries to trip students up — especially on data analysis questions and the no-calculator section's emphasis on algebraic manipulation. He teaches efficient strategies for translating word problems into equations quickly and checking work under time pressure, so students spend less time second-guessing and more time earning points.

Finance and operations coursework at Penn drilled Joyce in the kind of fast, precise quantitative reasoning the SAT Math section rewards — modeling scenarios with algebra, interpreting data tables, and catching the unit-conversion traps baked into word problems. Her 1590 SAT means she lost almost nothing on test day, and she teaches the pacing and elimination habits that made that possible.