Top SSAT Tutors serving San Francisco-Bay Area
Amanda: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...achieve reading and writing goals. I am a great tutor because I have over a decade of experience teaching children. I work with students to break down information into easy to manage pieces and make sure they are understanding each step as they go along. If students still seem to be struggling, I return to more basic concepts and help them build upon what they already know. I use a variety of methods in my...
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SFSU - Bachelors, Education
Samuel: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...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 anxious and confused. (In my experience this is...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education
Izabel: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...problem. Through my experience with standardized tests like the SAT, I have found many tricks to beating the ???game??? of standardized testing and would love to share them with you. Most importantly, I believe that everyone has a unique learning style and that I, as a tutor, need to adapt to be able to help the students I work with get the most out of tutoring. During my free time I enjoy baking, spending time...
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Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Economics, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 700
Cody: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...I also have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th grade through adult learners, college-level review courses, and even teaching SAT prep courses. My students find me very relatable, and I've heard from several students that having someone close to their own age work with them has been really beneficial...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Talia: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...in Psychology and Sociology. In 2011, I received my California Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential. I have been working in classrooms, providing academic support, since 2004. I have extensive experience working with individuals with special needs, from moderate to severe, and the gifted population. I am highly adept in tailoring education to fit each learner's needs, while maximizing output, motivation, and self-confidence. I sincerely enjoy working with children, listening to their stories, and sharing a laugh...
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Williams Collegee - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology & Sociology
Michael: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...such as the SAT and GRE is much easier with a tutor to help you prioritize, strategize, and structure your time wisely. I took the GRE in 2013 and earned the top score in Critical Reading, so the latest version is fresh in my mind. I am glad to share the study strategies that worked for me, including tips on writing essays under pressure. If you suffer from test anxiety, I know some tricks psychologists...
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History
SAT Verbal: 770
Helene: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...figuring out what these are and molding the content around them is the key to good teaching. Helping students to see and to use their own strengths is the least mentioned part of the equation, but for me it is the most important, because that is how I get my kids to become autonomous and self-motivated learners. I've always seen it as a challenging job, but also as enriching, enlightening, and awesome (and I mean...
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Mills College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 770
Jennifer: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...For mathematics, I've taken up to Calculus BC in high school, and Multivariable Calculus at UCR. I understand the concepts, but I can also explain them using applicable examples. Really, math is like a language; you need to know the basics before you get speaking fluently. Math can be difficult, but it can be even more fun once you get it. To me, chemistry is the perfect blend of science and math, which is great...
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University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 780
Caitlin: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...at San Francisco State University. I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. I have been tutoring for 3 years including reading comprehension, writing, essay structure, grammar, algebra, geometry, statistics, study skills and testing strategies. Aim to tailor my tutoring methods to the needs of each student. Most importantly, I try to create a supportive learning environment where students focus how their efforts led to success and encourage students to address...
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University of California-Davis - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
San Francisco State University - Master of Arts, Developmental Psychology
Sara: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...what we need. I believe in teaching practices that not only evolve depending on student needs, but also truly, deeply respect the whole student, including who they are, where they come from, and what they need to move forward. I also have a background in counseling, and I am currently enrolled in a psychology program in Irvine, where I now live, that supports my drive to learn more about the human mind and condition. I bring...
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Scripps College - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature
University of California-Irvine - Certificate, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
Diptesh: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...Public Health with a concentration in Chemistry. I have been passionate about education since high school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual...
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New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 700
Molly: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...professional writing - as I have written two distinguished theses as part of my academic training. As a Tutor, I can do more than simply help students with homework. My approach to aiding them is three-fold. I will work to: 1. Review and reteach material from her school that has proven difficult. 2. Diagnostically assess for instructional gaps and then fill in gaps to bolster a strong subject area foundation. 3. Impart test-taking skills and...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Northwestern University - Masters, Elementary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Erica: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...such as the ISEE, SSAT, and AP examinations *Students who demonstrate challenging behaviors *Long-term tutoring in math and reading--I love to guide a student who initially struggled to meet and exceed expectations! Outside of my direct work with students, I have coordinated a math tutoring program that placed K-12 math tutors into local public schools. I have also served as a Crisis Services Supervisor at the National Runaway Safeline (NRS). At NRS, I was able...
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Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 750
Joshua: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...specialty is test prep -- SAT, ACT, PSAT, SHSAT, and GRE -- I particularly love tutoring writing, and creative writing is a hobby of mine. My philosophy is that even when we are preparing for a standardized exam, we should always be relating the work to your passions, pursuits, and educational goals to make the work that much more meaningful. In my spare time, you'll often find me learning bits of new languages for fun...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Kaley: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...high school. I have experience both as a classroom teacher and a tutor and in these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My passion is psychology and I have...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 790
Jaimie: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...Northeastern University with my Bachelor's of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. I am currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range of available disciplines. I enjoy tutoring because...
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Northeastern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Cynthia: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...summer in the Philadelphia area. I was a Neuroscience major, and I will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the PSATs, SATs, 10 APs, and the GREs...
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Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 700
Matt: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...Health major with a concentration in Immunology and Infectious Diseases. I then went on to complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.....
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Connor: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...tutoring biology, chemistry, physics, and economics for high school students. In addition to this, I also tutor students in college level general chemistry, general biology, organic chemistry, introductory physics, economics and for the MCAT exam. I excelled in undergraduate coursework pertaining to these subjects and have prior experience in assisting pre-professional (pre-medical and pre-nursing) students looking to succeed in their required general science classes. My tutoring methodology is dependent on the establishment of a strong...
Education & Certification
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
GRE Verbal: 165
Margarita: San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in San Francisco, CA
...7th grade, and my favorite subject to tutor is math. My family is originally from Russia, and I grew up with a very strong and traditional math background. I always find teaching math to students to be gratifying, and I hope to share some of my love for math with my students. I also enjoy tutoring test prep, especially since I know how stressful the process of applying to colleges (and later graduate schools) is!...
Education & Certification
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Private SSAT Tutoring in San Francisco-Bay Area, CA
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San Francisco-Bay Area SSAT Tutoring FAQ
For many students, the Secondary School Admissions Test will be the first major admissions test in their academic career. This important milestone provides students with the opportunity to understand skills in critical thinking, strategic test-taking, and standard subject test questions. Varsity Tutors' educational directors are experienced at helping students in San Antonio find independent SSAT tutors who can maximize their efforts and help them achieve success.
The SSAT is offered to students in grades 3-11, and separate tests for elementary, middle, and upper grade students provide assessment at the appropriate grade level. The test is multiple choice format and includes quantitative, reading comprehension, verbal reasoning, and essay sections. Students will need to demonstrate ability with number sense, properties, operations, algebra and functions, geometry and spatial sense, measurement, and probability at their grade level. Students will also be tested with questions based on reading passages, and they will demonstrate their vocabulary and ability to make and understand analogies. Test scores are ranked as a percentile compared with other students in the same grade. The essay is not scored but is sent directly to each prospective school along with the test scores. We could help you find a professional tutor in San Antonio to try to help you build upon your student's strengths and potentially eliminate their weaknesses in their SSAT preparation.
Whatever day or time your student prefers, we can find a tutor to meet them where they are both academically and literally. Tutors can meet your student at your home or in a convenient public location, such as a community center or library. If your student prefers, their tutor can also provide remote online tutoring either regularly or occasionally as needed to work around events or vacations. A personal SSAT tutor in San Antonio, TX, may be able to design sessions to your preferences in a way that you won't get in a traditional classroom setting.
At Varsity Tutors, we believe the best preparation starts early. We help you prepare by providing practice tests and teaching strong strategies for multiple choice and essay sections. The strategies your student learns for the SSAT can be applied to other tests in the future. When your student achieves success on their SSAT, the tools of discipline, persistence, and positive attitude will be reinforced and provide a strong start to their high school experience.
The test is offered once per month from October to April, with one more test offered in June. To make the most of the limited opportunity, it's best to plan well in advance and prepare early. For assistance in connecting with an experienced SSAT tutor in San Antonio, TX, contact Varsity Tutors today.
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