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Julia
I am a recent college graduate currently pursuing a career in publishing in New York City. My interest in tutoring and the publishing industry stem from the same source: I want to help instill in others the same love of learning I have felt throughout my life. Whether it's getting lost in a good boo...
The College of William & Mary
Bachelors, English & Linguistics

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5+ years
Arthur
I am available to tutor in a broad range of subjects, though I am most passionate about Economics, History, and Civics. Please feel free to contact me and I would be happy to arrange a session.
Middlebury College
Bachelor in Arts, Economics

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16+ years
John
I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.
University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Associates, Acting

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9+ years
Conor
I am currently a medical student in Philadelphia, and have a degree in Biomedical Engineering from Stony Brook University. I have several years of experience tutoring SAT students, but thanks to my mixed background I have proficiency in a wide range of subjects including mathematics, biological scie...
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
Drexel University
Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences

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9+ years
Vansh
I am currently pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. I am also a graduate of the high school International Baccalaureate Program. I have informal experience tutoring high school physics, but am most passionate about tutoring students for the...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering

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8+ years
Emily
I am currently a fourth year medical student in Indianapolis. I completed my undergraduate education at Indiana University Bloomington, where I majored in Biology and Spanish. I also completed two minors in Mathematics and Chemistry. While at IU, I worked for the Department of Mathematics and Depart...
Indiana University-Bloomington
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine

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Max
I am in the process now of applying for PhD programs in Computational Biology. I have done research in the field of freshwater ecology and am anticipating the publication of a paper I co-authored in the next several months.
Ball State University
Bachelors, Biology, General

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6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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Anya
I am a graduate of the MA Fashion Studies program at Parsons The New School for Design in New York, having previously studied linguistics and foreign languages (concentrating in Russian and French) at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque and at McGill University in Montreal. I currently serve...
The New School
Master of Arts, Fashion Studies

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8+ years
Min
I'm a motivated and enthusiastic engineer with a drive to always continue learning, share knowledge with others and inspire.
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
Lehigh University
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
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I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners! Hobbies: photography, travel, reading, music, writing, running, art, books, traveling
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I am currently working on a Master of Arts in Philosophy at Georgia State University, where I serve as a teaching assistant and writing consultant. I currently tutor in the areas of test preparation, government, philosophy, and religious studies. My passion for education stems from the joy I find in helping students achieve their goals. My teaching style involves asking lots of strategic questions to help students discover answers for themselves, a process which my students typically find quite empowering. Still, I recognize that each student has unique needs, questions, and learning styles, so I strive to listen first and then craft individualized plans to meet each student's particular objectives. In my spare time I like to get outside hiking, playing soccer, or volunteering at my church's community garden. I also enjoy reading, watching football, and cooking.
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I am an incoming college sophomoore studying Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. I was one of the top scholars at Carmel High School in Indiana and have various experiences teaching and tutoring through leading the Carmel High School Science Olympiad team to Nationals for two years in a row. Many of my friends consistently come to me for help with various subjects because of my willingness to help and teach in a way that makes sense to everyone. My specialities are physics, chemistry, math, and economics but I am comfortable tutoring any STEM subject, the SAT, and the ACT. Some of my accomplishments include a perfect 36 ACT score, 800 on the Physics, Math Level 2, and Chemistry SAT subject tests, and a 5 on all the physics, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Macroeconomics, Computer Science, etc. AP exams. When teaching, I focus on making sure that not only do students understand different concepts, but also that students understand why and practical applications of the different concepts. As a recent high school graduate, I have a deep understanding of how high-schoolers think, what is covered in various courses now, and can connect with my students a lot more. Additionally, as an undergraduate teaching assistant at the College of Computing at Georgia Tech, I taught weekly recitation sections of 30 students and held weekly office hours. Therefore, I have lots of experience teaching and working with students.
Ethan
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I am not teaching or grading papers, I can usually be found playing some brass instrument or another, umpiring baseball, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending far too much time on Netflix.
Chelain
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I am currently a resident physician at Northwestern Hospital.
Elena
Calculus Tutor • +23 Subjects
I am a second year law student at the University of Chicago who hails from the San Francisco Bay Area! I tutor the SAT, ESL, and Spanish. I was an AVID tutor in high school, and after college I taught an ESL class and tutored a high school student in Spanish. In law school, I am involved with the Lawyers in the Classroom program. My tutoring philosophy is based on listening to students work through problems and helping them to spot their confusions or incorrect assumptions. I believe students learn much better when they aren't simply told the right answer or right reasoning; they need to get there on their own.
Anna
Calculus Tutor • +34 Subjects
I'm Anna! I'm currently a student in the MD/MBA program between Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the Kellogg School of Management, and graduated from Northwestern University as part of the Honors Program in Medical Education. I attended the Bergen County Academies in New Jersey, a selective, application-based magnet school, for high school.
Alex
AP Calculus BC Tutor • +31 Subjects
I'm a junior in chemical engineering at ASU Barrett and I specialize in math and physics tutoring. If you need help with any of your math subjects or have trouble with physics and chemistry I'm the one to call. I love working with students and each and everybody's success is my top priority.
Kate
AP Calculus BC Tutor • +53 Subjects
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When I'm not working or studying, I love playing volleyball (indoors or on the beach!) and spending time outside, canoeing or hiking with my dog. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
Ken
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I am a Wake Forest University graduate with a degree in Psychology, and I am currently pursuing a career as a physical therapist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Score improvement depends on your child's starting point and current study habits. Many students see meaningful gains of 50-100 points or more with focused, personalized preparation over 8-12 weeks. The key is identifying specific weak areas—whether that's reading comprehension, quantitative reasoning, or writing—and targeting those through targeted practice and strategy refinement.
Consistent practice with realistic expectations matters most. Rather than aiming for perfection, focus on steady improvement and building your child's confidence with the test format, which often leads to the biggest score jumps.
The SSAT Elementary Level includes three scored sections: Verbal (synonyms and reading comprehension), Quantitative (math problem-solving), and Reading Comprehension. There's also an unscored Writing section where students complete a short essay prompt.
Reading Comprehension and Quantitative sections often challenge younger test-takers most because they require both subject knowledge and strategic time management. Many students rush through passages or misread word problems. A tutor can help your child develop systematic approaches—like annotating passages or breaking down multi-step problems—that improve accuracy without eating up valuable test time.
Pacing struggles are common because elementary students are balancing multiple sections with unfamiliar question types under timed pressure. The most effective strategy is practicing full-length timed sections and building stamina gradually—starting with untimed practice to focus on accuracy, then adding time constraints once your child understands the content.
Tutors typically teach specific timing techniques: knowing when to skip a difficult question and return later, recognizing which question types tend to take longer, and using practice tests to identify your child's personal pacing patterns. With repetition, managing 40-50 minute sections becomes automatic rather than stressful.
Test anxiety often stems from unfamiliarity with the test format and question types. Tutoring addresses this directly by demystifying the SSAT—your child practices real questions, learns what to expect, and builds confidence through repeated exposure. When students feel prepared, anxiety naturally decreases.
Beyond content review, tutors help students develop concrete coping strategies: breathing techniques for moments of stress, positive self-talk, and permission to skip hard questions without panic. Knowing they have a toolkit for managing difficult moments helps elementary students feel more in control during the actual test.
The SSAT Elementary Level reading comprehension section tests both understanding and inference. Many students try reading the entire passage carefully first, which wastes time on less relevant details. A more efficient strategy is reading the questions first, then skimming the passage for answers—this focuses attention on what actually matters.
Other helpful techniques include annotating key ideas and main points as you read, identifying the author's tone, and practicing inference questions specifically, since these require deeper thinking than simple fact-finding. Regular practice with timed passages helps students develop this skill without feeling rushed.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of preparation leading up to the test, with 30-60 minutes of focused study 2-3 times per week. This allows time to build skills systematically, take multiple practice tests, and review weak areas without overwhelming a busy elementary student's schedule.
The study plan should emphasize quality over quantity. A few focused sessions on specific topics—like improving reading speed or mastering a particular math concept—typically produce better results than long, unfocused study sessions. Regular practice tests spaced throughout preparation help track progress and keep your child motivated.
Start with a full-length diagnostic practice test taken under actual timed conditions. This reveals exactly where your child is struggling—whether it's specific question types, particular math topics, or time management across sections. Many students discover patterns, like consistently getting inference questions wrong or running out of time on quantitative sections.
Tutors analyze these diagnostic results to create a targeted study plan focusing on the areas with the biggest impact on your child's overall score. Rather than reviewing everything equally, this approach maximizes improvement by addressing actual weak points with the most intensive practice and instruction.
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