SAT & PSAT

I have tutored over a thousand high school students during the last 12 years; I have also written SAT/PSAT test prep materials for publication by a major test prep company. I know these tests inside and out!

And I have intensively studied all released material regarding the digital SAT and PSAT. I am happy to report that it is a much kinder set of tests than the old ones are! The math is quite similar; the verbal sections are much easier to manage.

My greatest joy is helping all sorts of students overcome their fear of these tests, to see them as a sort of game with rules, and to learn how to play and even enjoy the game.

Check out my recent series of SAT TikTok videos!

For Students:
10 Things to Know
About Studying with an SAT/PSAT Tutor

  1. Tailored Learning: Tutors can personalize study plans based on your unique strengths and weaknesses, maximizing your study time.

  2. Test Insights: Experienced tutors know the SAT/PSAT inside out, offering strategies specifically for tackling challenging sections.

  3. Targeted Practice: Working with a tutor means you’ll focus on high-impact areas, learning to manage time effectively for each section.

  4. Confidence Boost: A good tutor helps reduce test anxiety, allowing you to approach the test more like a game with clear strategies.

  5. Adaptive Techniques: Tutors familiar with the digital SAT/PSAT offer specific tips that make these newer tests more manageable.

  6. Expert Test Prep Materials: Tutors with experience in writing or contributing to test prep materials often have access to specialized resources.

  7. Mastering the Rules: Tutors teach you to approach questions as “puzzles,” showing you how to break them down effectively.

  8. Familiarity with Digital Format: Tutors who have studied released digital SAT/PSAT material provide insight into the format’s unique aspects.

  9. More Accessible Verbal Sections: With easier verbal sections on the new test, your tutor can help refine reading comprehension and grammar efficiently.

  10. Accountability and Motivation: Regular sessions with a tutor keep you on track and motivated, making it easier to stay committed to your study goals.

For Parents:
5 Things to Know
About Hiring a Ph.D. Tutor for the SAT/PSAT

  1. Proven Expertise: Ph.D. tutors bring years of academic experience, providing a strong foundation in test prep and effective study methods.

  2. Specialized Knowledge: Ph.D. tutors often have a deeper understanding of test psychology and strategies, having studied and contributed to prep materials.

  3. Personalized Approach: A Ph.D. tutor can tailor their methods to match your child’s learning style, helping them grasp challenging concepts with ease.

  4. Confidence-Building for Students: Ph.D. tutors are skilled at breaking down test anxieties and helping students see the SAT/PSAT as manageable, even enjoyable.

  5. Cutting-Edge Preparation for New Formats: Ph.D. tutors who are up-to-date on changes, like the digital SAT, ensure your child is well-prepared for current test formats.

I hope these lists emphasize the benefits of working with a knowledgeable, experienced tutor and highlight how a specialized tutor, particularly one with a Ph.D., offers an edge in preparation for these important exams.

If you need to know more about my educational background and experience, please review the ABOUT.