Top PSAT Tutors serving Oakland
Audrey: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...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 and strategies that I have picked up along my way. If you are seeking a patient, energetic, and articulate tutor for your student, please reach out. I...
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Pomona College- Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Jennifer: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...department of English, where I majored in English and American Literature and minored in Creative Writing. Currently, I work as a Teaching Assistant and graduate instructor for college-level rhetoric and composition classes, as well as university-level senior thesis and literature seminars. I also work with everyone from ESL students to students with multiple languages to elementary-aged students just learning to read and write for the first time. And although it may sound silly, I get...
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University of California-Berkeley- Bachelor in Arts, English
Mills College- Master of Arts, English Literature
Lucas: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...I am now pursuing a career in education. I have worked with students in a range of settings-- as a K-12 substitute teacher, an after-school program instructor, and a graduate teaching assistant in geography and economics. My time spent at the head of the classroom has granted me a great deal of patience for working with a range of learning styles, and a passion for creating positive learning experiences. Good luck, and keep studying! --...
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Georgetown University- Bachelors, Int'l Environmental Studies (B.S.F.S.)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Kevin: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...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 types of strengths they have, and their motivations for receiving tutoring is key to helping a student achieve their academic goals. My tutors have been some of...
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Georgetown University- Current Undergrad, Finance
Lila Ann: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...99th percentile, and as for foreign languages I am fluent in French, have a strong background in Spanish, Arabic and German, scored 100% on the First Year National Latin Test, and have recently taken up Portuguese while studying dance and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Brazil for two months. I hold students to high standards, but with a light humor and sensitivity to each student’s unique situation. I believe that developing personal discipline, organization and accountability...
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Smith College- Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance
Josh: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
My favorite word is "why." And why is that, you may ask? Well, I am subject to a never-ending flow of knowledge because I perpetually wonder why. The search for answers to any question beginning with "why" has taught me everything I know -- and put me in a position to disseminate my knowledge to other people. Tutoring is the best possible way for me to do that.
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University of California-Berkeley- Current Undergrad, Physics, Economics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Mei: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...matter to tutor is SAT prep (especially math). The best part about the SAT is there are no surprises. Although the questions are "different", they never really "change". What this means is that even a child who regularly struggles at math, reading, or writing can memorize the framework and question types and conquer the SAT. There is a lot of satisfaction knowing that every second of tutoring SAT preparation will guarantee higher scores for the...
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Northwestern University- Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 730
Jacqueline: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...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 in Publishing or Digital Journalism. I am also currently in the process of writing a novel of Young Adult Literature featuring a strong and insightful female hero.
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University of Richmond- Bachelor in Arts, English
Retesh: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...they take. I've been a student myself for essentially my whole life and the most important lesson I've learned would be that it is important to never lose hope when life gets tough. It's okay if you don't have all As every semester in every class: what's more important is your effort. One's efforts and hard work are what really measure one's intelligence and my goal as a Varsity Tutors instructor are to not only...
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Marquette University- Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University- Masters, Health Management and Policy
Anna : Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...I majored in Russian and French, and before law school, I spent two years teaching English as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine. In the years since, I have provided ESL tutoring to students with a diversity of backgrounds, ages, and nationalities. During law school, I taught full-length LSAT 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...
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Cornell University- Bachelor in Arts, Russian and French
LSAT: 173
Michael: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...same material, and I have a knack for finding the one that works. I enjoy using examples and analogies that help the student "get" and remember complicated concepts. Preparing for standardized tests 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...
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History
SAT Verbal: 770
Haley: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
Certified CPC with an A.A.S. Degree in Business Management with Medical Office Assistant Option. Great tutors helped me to succeed so I'm happy to pay it forward and help others succeed too.
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史蒂文:奥克兰PSAT导师
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...from Lehigh University in 2018. I have extensive experience serving as both a tutor and teaching assistant for various subjects. I work 1-on-1 with my students to develop a teaching method that is catered specifically to their unique learning style. My main expertise is in life science courses such as biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. I also provide standardized exam preparation, along with assistance in applying to or getting through medical...
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Lehigh University- Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 700
SAT Writing: 720
Cody: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...News as the number one university in the country. At MIT I am pursuing a degree in mathematics. During this time I have acquired great experience in tutoring and teaching. I have a total of 8 years of experience tutoring mathematics, particularly calculus. 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...
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Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Eli: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...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 same way I approach training for a sport. If you are willing to put in the effort, you will get better (and if you're doing it right...
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University of California-Los Angeles- Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
坐在组合规模(1600):1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 800
Joshua: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...strong connection to all the subjects I tutor. Because I am studying science, I am most passionate about physics and math, but I excel in every subject I teach. Throughout my life, I have had many wonderful opportunities that resulted from my excellent education. It is important to me that my students receive an excellent education to improve their quality of life. In my free time, I enjoy playing guitar and bass, writing fiction, and...
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Oberlin College- Bachelor in Arts, English
San Francisco State University- Master of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 770
Jessica: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...prep company with international branches, where I instruct classes on SAT Critical Reading and ACT Reading. I also continue my private tutoring practice and, of course, tutor for Varsity Tutors. I enjoy working with and connecting to my students. My style of tutoring is professional, but still informal and engaging; I want the student to look forward to the sessions we have together. I encourage my students to think of me as a resource, a...
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Stanford University- Bachelors, Theatre and French
Samuel: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...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 often math or standardized tests, but I also love to tutor writing and general study skills.) In my spare...
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University of California-Los Angeles- Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
莱斯利大学ersity- Masters in Education, Education
Grace: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...math, physics, and chemistry. And although it was not my focus, I am a proficient writer and am comfortable with the mechanical and conceptual composition of written assignments. My major-specific classes included a great deal of field work as well as lab work, completing problems sets, writing research papers and lab reports, and even mapping a large portion of the Berkeley hills. I completed my senior honors thesis after a year of collaborative research with...
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University of California-Berkeley- Bachelors, Geology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Milan: Oakland PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in Oakland, CA
...Systems and Theater double-major at Stanford University in Northern California, Milan is very excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team. His main academic interests are English, philosophy, math, and computer science, but Milan enjoys many other subjects (psychology, physics, and economics to name a few). He is fluent in Spanish and an active member of the Latino community. In his free time, he enjoys reading, writing, and taking the occasional photograph.
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Stanford University- Bachelors, Computer Science, English (double major)
坐在组合规模(1600):1540
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 750
Private PSAT Tutoring in Oakland, CA
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Oakland PSAT Tutoring FAQ
Every parent who plans to send their child to college knows that scoring well on the SAT is crucial for being accepted to most schools. Knowing this, it is important to note that the PSAT is great practice and a good way to gauge your child's preparedness for the SAT. The PSAT is a two hour and forty-five minute exam covering reading, writing, and math to be taken in tenth or eleventh grade as exercise. It is also as an opportunity to become eligible for the NMSC's scholarship program. With something as important as your child's academic future, you want to provide the best environment for your child's success? A tutor can be the simple way to accomplish academic success.
Varsity Tutors could help you find a skilled, independent tutor near Oakland, CA, who can guide your child on their path toward PSAT understanding. We connect parents with a single tutor for your child. These tutors are available for face-to-face online tutoring but are also flexible and willing to meet in your home or at another comfortable location. These options are available to help increase your young scholar's comfort level for maximum retention. We can find your child a talented PSAT tutor in Oakland who can work with students at all proficiency levels. So, whether your child is at the top, middle, or bottom of his or her class, we are able to connect you with someone best suited for them; that tutor will stick with them throughout the process.
No one likes to feel overwhelmed or unprepared. Feeling unprepared feeds into the anxiety and pressure that students feel when faced with the SAT. Rather than cramming for something this important, it is equally beneficial to you and your teen to get a head start. Varsity Tutors can connect you with tutors in Oakland, CA, who are skilled at helping students prepare for PSAT. In preparing for the preliminary test, you and your child could learn what to expect, what subjects need a little more work, and what areas are their best. This will boost their skill and confidence - great assets for succeeding at the SAT!
The educational directors at Varsity Tutors could help you connect with an independent tutor in Oakland who can try to help prepare your child for the PSAT. When tutors can help students to become understands at the practice test, just imagine the possibilities for the official SAT, and in turn, your child's future.
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