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Step-By-Step Math & English Tutor for SAT/ACT/SSAT Test Prep
Patricia B.

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882 hours tutoring

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Step-By-Step Math & English Tutor for SAT/ACT/SSAT Test Prep
Step-By-Step Math & English Tutor for SAT/ACT/SSAT Test Prep
Patricia B.

4.8 (183 ratings)

882 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.8 (183 ratings)

882 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Patricia

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A former CT teacher, I specialize in math up to Algebra 2 and Geometry, SAT-ACT Prep and SSAT/ISEE Prep. Regardless of your learning style, tutoring brings out the special skills you have shining beneath the surface!

I also take elementary students with learning disabilities.

I love teaching writing and vocabulary as well. For 2nd-l2th, I can combine Science or History with writing to boost vocabulary and non-fiction writing, learn more about researching and how to add adjectives and...

A former CT teacher, I specialize in math up to Algebra 2 and Geometry, SAT-ACT Prep and SSAT/ISEE Prep. Regardless of your learning style, tutoring brings out the special skills you have shining beneath the surface!

I also take elementary students with learning disabilities.

I love teaching writing and vocabulary as well. For 2nd-l2th, I can combine Science or History with writing to boost vocabulary and non-fiction writing, learn more about researching and how to add adjectives and adverbs to your reports! Spice up your style from laconic to luxurious!

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Education

Southern CT St Univ, New Haven, CT
BS Spec. Education

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $40
  • Rate details: All SAT/ACT prep classes are a minimum of 90 minutes per session. Lower rates for: Elementary, middle schoolers, Branford students and low-income.
  • Travel policy: Within 15 miles of Branford, CT 06405
  • Lesson cancellation: 6 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 8/1/2013

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Grammar

Grammar

In my 15 years of experience prepping students for the ACT and SAT, the fastest way to increase their skills has been to teach them higher grammar. Why? Writing (SAT) and English (ACT) have a great deal to do with grammar, and clear, uncluttered sentences. If you want to quickly raise your standardized test scores, I can help you do it!

Elementary Education

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a CT teaching license in Special Ed, but I enjoy working with children who have "fallen behind" as well. I set up tutoring sessions which double up learning: reading science and history articles and writing about them, designing science projects, graphing the results and using math to quantify out-comes. I like to explore a student's interests and create lessons based on them, such as one on the Titanic for a 5th grader. I read through transcripts of the inquiry and took names of key players in the decisions made on the Titanic's fateful night. Then my students wrote "their" stories in the first person as two of the shipmates. Neither of the boys was considered a "good" writer, but both enjoyed the experience of using the research to write their own tales!
Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

Elementary Math is more important than ever, as the state keeps insisting on getting more math learned younger than ever. Still, math must be learned one step at a time, with lots of review and a keen eye to seeing if a child understands at a deep level or a superficial one. Diagnostics must be done to see which parts of math are missed. One on one tutoring is the best way to learn those tedious but essential skills like adding and subtracting fractions with uncommon denominators. Middle school is often where frustration with math becomes math anxiety if not addressed. The ideal is to move at a pace the child can experience success at and introduce games and fun.
Grammar,

Grammar

In my 15 years of experience prepping students for the ACT and SAT, the fastest way to increase their skills has been to teach them higher grammar. Why? Writing (SAT) and English (ACT) have a great deal to do with grammar, and clear, uncluttered sentences. If you want to quickly raise your standardized test scores, I can help you do it!
Phonics,

Phonics

With the CAPTs have come more pressure to have younger children enter school knowing more than ever before! Lately, I have been tutoring children who were threatened with retention, from PreSchool to 5th grade. For the youngest, phonics is the entry ticket. Being able to sound out words, gaining the confidence to read comfortably opens all school doors. They can read directions, read their math book, read the list they brought home - suddenly, they are in the part of class that leads the action. The greatest benefit is their continued self-esteem that being a good reader brings.
Reading,

Reading

In elementary school, one learns to read; by middle school children read to learn. A key part of teaching reading in late elementary is to expand vocabulary and distinguish between the reader's point of view and the knowledge being shared. I make sure the struggling or early reader finds their personal interests, and help them choose short books or poems that engage them. As students enter 3rd or 4th grade, I find articles in science or history, both to elevate their vocabulary and to offer time to discuss new ideas.
Vocabulary

English

ACT English,

ACT English

I am a CT certified teacher, currently tutoring students in ACT and SAT Prep, all subjects. Many of my clients have gone up 5-10 points in the ACT, and some 350 in the SAT. The Writing part of the ACT test depends on a thorough understanding of English Grammar as well as an understanding of the logic and sequencing of writing. This is very teachable! You will improve the speed and accuracy, learn the Writer's Art, and learn skills which will help you write in college.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

Feedback from parents: Subject: Pat Booth Kim said "Jordon's ACT score went from 22 to 32! All the schools he was aiming for wanted him to have at least 28, so he made it with room to spare. We are delighted with the results!"
Grammar,

Grammar

In my 15 years of experience prepping students for the ACT and SAT, the fastest way to increase their skills has been to teach them higher grammar. Why? Writing (SAT) and English (ACT) have a great deal to do with grammar, and clear, uncluttered sentences. If you want to quickly raise your standardized test scores, I can help you do it!
Reading,

Reading

In elementary school, one learns to read; by middle school children read to learn. A key part of teaching reading in late elementary is to expand vocabulary and distinguish between the reader's point of view and the knowledge being shared. I make sure the struggling or early reader finds their personal interests, and help them choose short books or poems that engage them. As students enter 3rd or 4th grade, I find articles in science or history, both to elevate their vocabulary and to offer time to discuss new ideas.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

On the Writing part of the SATs, students don't really "write." Rather, they edit writing choices. To begin, I give them a pretest and determine their weaknesses. Then we review the structure of the test, the type of questions that will come up testing those exact skills, and examine choices. SATs are looking for precision in writing. Modifiers must be next to the words they modify. Extraneous words must be eliminated. The intent of the writer must be determined and clearly communicated. Practice at this will bring accuracy, confidence and more speed, raising the score. Keep in mind these tests were designed for a goal. The testers have discovered which skills are needed for success in elite colleges, so the work is not just to help the student get into a college, but to make sure the student, once there, is successful. Just as you would not want to take Algebra 2 before finishing Algebra l, high school levels of English and writing skills must be attained before entering college for true success. Consider this an opportunity to polish your writing and enjoy the outcome.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

SAT writing is largely correcting complicated sentences, organizing thoughts and correcting grammar. I have some great ways to help you with this! First, pump-up your vocabulary. Then, making the sentences clear to you before trying to correct them is very important. Finally, all grammar usage must be looked at carefully. Practicing this with sample tests in the allowed amount of time will ensure you are spending the right amount of time as you go along - find the pace that works for you!
Writing,

Writing

Whether you are writing scientific reports or science fiction, fill your lines with succinct, clear writing that captures the reader's attention! Create one day, critique the next for an unfolding of the great writer within.
English, Vocabulary

History

Geography

Geography

I taught History and Geography to both middle and high school classes and I am a big fan of geography. I usually teach it as a side skill and incorporate using graphs, charts, atlas and many kinds of maps. I teach about how maps change once wars are fought and as cultures self-identify. This is a favorite topic of mine, which is sadly now missing from most schools.

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra l is full of fun puzzles to unravel, but some students have a weak background on understanding the language of mathematics and get lost. The craft of adding one new piece to all the others, gently developing confidence and flexibility with the new skill, is work I enjoy. I will observe a student's approach to attaching a problem. How many strategies do they try? Many problems can be solved several ways so the art is in aiding the student to find the most efficient style with ways to check the results. I love Algebra and I believe I can help you to find the art in it as well.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a CT teaching license in Special Ed, but I enjoy working with children who have "fallen behind" as well. I set up tutoring sessions which double up learning: reading science and history articles and writing about them, designing science projects, graphing the results and using math to quantify out-comes. I like to explore a student's interests and create lessons based on them, such as one on the Titanic for a 5th grader. I read through transcripts of the inquiry and took names of key players in the decisions made on the Titanic's fateful night. Then my students wrote "their" stories in the first person as two of the shipmates. Neither of the boys was considered a "good" writer, but both enjoyed the experience of using the research to write their own tales!
Geometry,

Geometry

I recently taught a home-schooled girl l0th grade Geometry, so I am experienced not just with tutoring it, but with teaching the entire subject. Some students use analytic skills to solve geometry problems, some draw out the answers, some just GET geometry intrinsically. Whatever your style, I will adapt the course to fit your learning style. 7th grade geometry needs to be deep enough to prepare the student for high school geometry, which many find overwhelming. The practice questions need to be diverse enough to help students see the geometry in real life problem solving. Using 3-dimensional models is both fun and memorable - what student forgets the geodesic dome they made? The more modalities used, the deeper the knowledge so that it is truly learned, not just memorized in time for a test.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

Pre-Algebra is the term for all those pieces of mathematics you need to know to function comfortably in Algebra and Geometry. It includes using negative numbers, percents, fractions, decimals, number line work, and increased skill using word problems. Geometry is taken to a higher level - an often overlooked but essential middle school skill. Too many people struggle with high school geometry because this step is given short shrift. While helping with current homework, I usually analyze test scores and CMT data so I can quickly identify what areas the student is struggling with. I create reviews to strengthen areas of weakness. I learn the sequence the teacher has planned and proactively "pre-teach" subjects for increased school success. Students I work with frequently go from Ds to As in one quarter, become more prepared for high school math and experience higher self confidence.
Reading,

Reading

In elementary school, one learns to read; by middle school children read to learn. A key part of teaching reading in late elementary is to expand vocabulary and distinguish between the reader's point of view and the knowledge being shared. I make sure the struggling or early reader finds their personal interests, and help them choose short books or poems that engage them. As students enter 3rd or 4th grade, I find articles in science or history, both to elevate their vocabulary and to offer time to discuss new ideas.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

The New SAT Math test, beginning in March, is based on the Common Core, so it is quite different from the old SAT test. It allows for more time per question, but more of the questions have multistep problems. It includes fewer geometry problems. There is a section which allows for calculator use and one that doesn't. This is a rigorous test, and you should prepare for it carefully! I have seen many books differing a great deal in the way they present the test and I can help!
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

On the Writing part of the SATs, students don't really "write." Rather, they edit writing choices. To begin, I give them a pretest and determine their weaknesses. Then we review the structure of the test, the type of questions that will come up testing those exact skills, and examine choices. SATs are looking for precision in writing. Modifiers must be next to the words they modify. Extraneous words must be eliminated. The intent of the writer must be determined and clearly communicated. Practice at this will bring accuracy, confidence and more speed, raising the score. Keep in mind these tests were designed for a goal. The testers have discovered which skills are needed for success in elite colleges, so the work is not just to help the student get into a college, but to make sure the student, once there, is successful. Just as you would not want to take Algebra 2 before finishing Algebra l, high school levels of English and writing skills must be attained before entering college for true success. Consider this an opportunity to polish your writing and enjoy the outcome.
Writing,

Writing

Whether you are writing scientific reports or science fiction, fill your lines with succinct, clear writing that captures the reader's attention! Create one day, critique the next for an unfolding of the great writer within.
English, Precalculus

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

A CT Certified teacher, I shifted to tutoring 20 years ago. I tutor math, primarily, with special focus on SAT and ACT preparation. The ACT Math is less "Common Core" focused and a calculator may be used throughout. Some of my students started at 22 but ended at 32 on the ACT. You can learn how to do this test!
Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra l is full of fun puzzles to unravel, but some students have a weak background on understanding the language of mathematics and get lost. The craft of adding one new piece to all the others, gently developing confidence and flexibility with the new skill, is work I enjoy. I will observe a student's approach to attaching a problem. How many strategies do they try? Many problems can be solved several ways so the art is in aiding the student to find the most efficient style with ways to check the results. I love Algebra and I believe I can help you to find the art in it as well.
Geometry,

Geometry

I recently taught a home-schooled girl l0th grade Geometry, so I am experienced not just with tutoring it, but with teaching the entire subject. Some students use analytic skills to solve geometry problems, some draw out the answers, some just GET geometry intrinsically. Whatever your style, I will adapt the course to fit your learning style. 7th grade geometry needs to be deep enough to prepare the student for high school geometry, which many find overwhelming. The practice questions need to be diverse enough to help students see the geometry in real life problem solving. Using 3-dimensional models is both fun and memorable - what student forgets the geodesic dome they made? The more modalities used, the deeper the knowledge so that it is truly learned, not just memorized in time for a test.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

Pre-Algebra is the term for all those pieces of mathematics you need to know to function comfortably in Algebra and Geometry. It includes using negative numbers, percents, fractions, decimals, number line work, and increased skill using word problems. Geometry is taken to a higher level - an often overlooked but essential middle school skill. Too many people struggle with high school geometry because this step is given short shrift. While helping with current homework, I usually analyze test scores and CMT data so I can quickly identify what areas the student is struggling with. I create reviews to strengthen areas of weakness. I learn the sequence the teacher has planned and proactively "pre-teach" subjects for increased school success. Students I work with frequently go from Ds to As in one quarter, become more prepared for high school math and experience higher self confidence.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

The New SAT Math test, beginning in March, is based on the Common Core, so it is quite different from the old SAT test. It allows for more time per question, but more of the questions have multistep problems. It includes fewer geometry problems. There is a section which allows for calculator use and one that doesn't. This is a rigorous test, and you should prepare for it carefully! I have seen many books differing a great deal in the way they present the test and I can help!
Precalculus

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Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra l is full of fun puzzles to unravel, but some students have a weak background on understanding the language of mathematics and get lost. The craft of adding one new piece to all the others, gently developing confidence and flexibility with the new skill, is work I enjoy. I will observe a student's approach to attaching a problem. How many strategies do they try? Many problems can be solved several ways so the art is in aiding the student to find the most efficient style with ways to check the results. I love Algebra and I believe I can help you to find the art in it as well.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a CT teaching license in Special Ed, but I enjoy working with children who have "fallen behind" as well. I set up tutoring sessions which double up learning: reading science and history articles and writing about them, designing science projects, graphing the results and using math to quantify out-comes. I like to explore a student's interests and create lessons based on them, such as one on the Titanic for a 5th grader. I read through transcripts of the inquiry and took names of key players in the decisions made on the Titanic's fateful night. Then my students wrote "their" stories in the first person as two of the shipmates. Neither of the boys was considered a "good" writer, but both enjoyed the experience of using the research to write their own tales!
Geometry,

Geometry

I recently taught a home-schooled girl l0th grade Geometry, so I am experienced not just with tutoring it, but with teaching the entire subject. Some students use analytic skills to solve geometry problems, some draw out the answers, some just GET geometry intrinsically. Whatever your style, I will adapt the course to fit your learning style. 7th grade geometry needs to be deep enough to prepare the student for high school geometry, which many find overwhelming. The practice questions need to be diverse enough to help students see the geometry in real life problem solving. Using 3-dimensional models is both fun and memorable - what student forgets the geodesic dome they made? The more modalities used, the deeper the knowledge so that it is truly learned, not just memorized in time for a test.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

Pre-Algebra is the term for all those pieces of mathematics you need to know to function comfortably in Algebra and Geometry. It includes using negative numbers, percents, fractions, decimals, number line work, and increased skill using word problems. Geometry is taken to a higher level - an often overlooked but essential middle school skill. Too many people struggle with high school geometry because this step is given short shrift. While helping with current homework, I usually analyze test scores and CMT data so I can quickly identify what areas the student is struggling with. I create reviews to strengthen areas of weakness. I learn the sequence the teacher has planned and proactively "pre-teach" subjects for increased school success. Students I work with frequently go from Ds to As in one quarter, become more prepared for high school math and experience higher self confidence.
Reading,

Reading

In elementary school, one learns to read; by middle school children read to learn. A key part of teaching reading in late elementary is to expand vocabulary and distinguish between the reader's point of view and the knowledge being shared. I make sure the struggling or early reader finds their personal interests, and help them choose short books or poems that engage them. As students enter 3rd or 4th grade, I find articles in science or history, both to elevate their vocabulary and to offer time to discuss new ideas.
Writing,

Writing

Whether you are writing scientific reports or science fiction, fill your lines with succinct, clear writing that captures the reader's attention! Create one day, critique the next for an unfolding of the great writer within.
English, Precalculus

Other

Geography

Geography

I taught History and Geography to both middle and high school classes and I am a big fan of geography. I usually teach it as a side skill and incorporate using graphs, charts, atlas and many kinds of maps. I teach about how maps change once wars are fought and as cultures self-identify. This is a favorite topic of mine, which is sadly now missing from most schools.

Science

ACT Science

ACT Science

I had an ACT Science student whose score rose from a 22 to a 32, mainly by improving his speed and strategies on the Science section of the ACT. This was enough for him to get accepted by all the colleges he applied for. You can, too!

Special Needs

ADHD,

ADHD

The ADD and ADHD students I have worked with do extremely well with tutoring or learning in small groups! Very verbal learners, for the most part, they can learn in while on monkey bars, on walks or while skipping stones. Usually, a high degree of what is heard is remembered. I have developed an entire system of teaching ADD/ADHD students which involves academic diagnostics, verbal math strategies such as skip counting, co-reading subjects that are highly interesting with the student, books on audio tape and computer programs. I have had students learn a years worth of material in 2 months this way, making tutoring a great investment!
Hard of Hearing,

Hard of Hearing

I earned my AS degree from Northwestern, where I studies ASL and Interpreting for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. I went on to get a BS in Special Education. This doesn't make me a certified Deaf Educator, but I have tutored many deaf and Hard of Hearing students. For most deaf students, reading is a challenge. There are so many things that are not part of their world that get referred to, so part of the job involves explaining concepts they are reading in terms we share. Hard of hearing students benefit greatly from tutoring, as there is just one conversation to follow, they relax and feel more at ease sharing their thoughts. On many occasions, I have been the student's first sign language teacher as well. They may be able to hear well enough for most things, but enjoy being part of the deaf community when it suits them. I have worked with a first grader who was deafened suddenly, helping her to learn new ways of coping with a world gone silent overnight. I have taught two boys enough sign and corrected behavioral issues that had kept them from being accepted into the American School for the Deaf. Disabilities don't always come one at a time. In the hearing Impaired world, they can come with strokes or mental illness, so often you need a tutor with a broader range of experiences who can cope with all the other issues as well.
Phonics

Phonics

With the CAPTs have come more pressure to have younger children enter school knowing more than ever before! Lately, I have been tutoring children who were threatened with retention, from PreSchool to 5th grade. For the youngest, phonics is the entry ticket. Being able to sound out words, gaining the confidence to read comfortably opens all school doors. They can read directions, read their math book, read the list they brought home - suddenly, they are in the part of class that leads the action. The greatest benefit is their continued self-esteem that being a good reader brings.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra l is full of fun puzzles to unravel, but some students have a weak background on understanding the language of mathematics and get lost. The craft of adding one new piece to all the others, gently developing confidence and flexibility with the new skill, is work I enjoy. I will observe a student's approach to attaching a problem. How many strategies do they try? Many problems can be solved several ways so the art is in aiding the student to find the most efficient style with ways to check the results. I love Algebra and I believe I can help you to find the art in it as well.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have a CT teaching license in Special Ed, but I enjoy working with children who have "fallen behind" as well. I set up tutoring sessions which double up learning: reading science and history articles and writing about them, designing science projects, graphing the results and using math to quantify out-comes. I like to explore a student's interests and create lessons based on them, such as one on the Titanic for a 5th grader. I read through transcripts of the inquiry and took names of key players in the decisions made on the Titanic's fateful night. Then my students wrote "their" stories in the first person as two of the shipmates. Neither of the boys was considered a "good" writer, but both enjoyed the experience of using the research to write their own tales!
GED,

GED

GED Math is a variety of practical math questions, helpful to know to manage your time, make good choices on cell-phone plans and other real-life math challenges. English questions focus on using good grammar and punctuation. Science questions are looking for a basic understanding of Science in your world. Although you may be looking to pass this test "just to get a diploma," the test itself is designed to help you gain skills that will improve your life, including getting and maintaining a good job. Feel free to include questions to which you, yourself, want answers!
Geometry,

Geometry

I recently taught a home-schooled girl l0th grade Geometry, so I am experienced not just with tutoring it, but with teaching the entire subject. Some students use analytic skills to solve geometry problems, some draw out the answers, some just GET geometry intrinsically. Whatever your style, I will adapt the course to fit your learning style. 7th grade geometry needs to be deep enough to prepare the student for high school geometry, which many find overwhelming. The practice questions need to be diverse enough to help students see the geometry in real life problem solving. Using 3-dimensional models is both fun and memorable - what student forgets the geodesic dome they made? The more modalities used, the deeper the knowledge so that it is truly learned, not just memorized in time for a test.
Reading,

Reading

In elementary school, one learns to read; by middle school children read to learn. A key part of teaching reading in late elementary is to expand vocabulary and distinguish between the reader's point of view and the knowledge being shared. I make sure the struggling or early reader finds their personal interests, and help them choose short books or poems that engage them. As students enter 3rd or 4th grade, I find articles in science or history, both to elevate their vocabulary and to offer time to discuss new ideas.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

The New SAT Math test, beginning in March, is based on the Common Core, so it is quite different from the old SAT test. It allows for more time per question, but more of the questions have multistep problems. It includes fewer geometry problems. There is a section which allows for calculator use and one that doesn't. This is a rigorous test, and you should prepare for it carefully! I have seen many books differing a great deal in the way they present the test and I can help!
Writing

Writing

Whether you are writing scientific reports or science fiction, fill your lines with succinct, clear writing that captures the reader's attention! Create one day, critique the next for an unfolding of the great writer within.

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

I am a CT certified teacher, currently tutoring students in ACT and SAT Prep, all subjects. Many of my clients have gone up 5-10 points in the ACT, and some 350 in the SAT. The Writing part of the ACT test depends on a thorough understanding of English Grammar as well as an understanding of the logic and sequencing of writing. This is very teachable! You will improve the speed and accuracy, learn the Writer's Art, and learn skills which will help you write in college.
ACT Math,

ACT Math

A CT Certified teacher, I shifted to tutoring 20 years ago. I tutor math, primarily, with special focus on SAT and ACT preparation. The ACT Math is less "Common Core" focused and a calculator may be used throughout. Some of my students started at 22 but ended at 32 on the ACT. You can learn how to do this test!
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

Feedback from parents: Subject: Pat Booth Kim said "Jordon's ACT score went from 22 to 32! All the schools he was aiming for wanted him to have at least 28, so he made it with room to spare. We are delighted with the results!"
ACT Science,

ACT Science

I had an ACT Science student whose score rose from a 22 to a 32, mainly by improving his speed and strategies on the Science section of the ACT. This was enough for him to get accepted by all the colleges he applied for. You can, too!
ASVAB,

ASVAB

I am a semi-retired CT Certified teacher who prefers tutoring. I enjoy working with adults who want to improve their scores for tests. I am very patient, have lots of time during morning and early afternoon hours and know how to teach everything in math you will need to know! In addition, I worked as a writer and became very good at improving the writing skills of others. I know some fun ways to improve grammar and vocabulary. I value the opportunity to help you improve your life!
GED,

GED

GED Math is a variety of practical math questions, helpful to know to manage your time, make good choices on cell-phone plans and other real-life math challenges. English questions focus on using good grammar and punctuation. Science questions are looking for a basic understanding of Science in your world. Although you may be looking to pass this test "just to get a diploma," the test itself is designed to help you gain skills that will improve your life, including getting and maintaining a good job. Feel free to include questions to which you, yourself, want answers!
PSAT,

PSAT

The PSAT is a shorter version of the SAT. The SAT has been recently redesigned by the educator who designed the Common Core. This helps the students in that it is now more in line with what they are learning in school. Many parents find the Common Core confusing! I admit, it has taken me a while to conquer, but I see its advantages. The world is changing, especially the world of math and science. This test sees it is necessary to blend the boundaries of math and science. For students to read science and history well, so it will overlap in many places throughout the test. My goal is to aid students in identifying areas they struggle with and give them a stronger, more thorough understanding of how to develop their reading skills for all settings and strengthen their math skills and ability to identify strategies for success. The PSAT is also used for colleges to identify early the strong scholars they wish to attract to their schools, so it can not be over looked as just a preparation for the SAT. Successful PSAT students find offering of scholarship money.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

The New SAT Math test, beginning in March, is based on the Common Core, so it is quite different from the old SAT test. It allows for more time per question, but more of the questions have multistep problems. It includes fewer geometry problems. There is a section which allows for calculator use and one that doesn't. This is a rigorous test, and you should prepare for it carefully! I have seen many books differing a great deal in the way they present the test and I can help!
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

On the Writing part of the SATs, students don't really "write." Rather, they edit writing choices. To begin, I give them a pretest and determine their weaknesses. Then we review the structure of the test, the type of questions that will come up testing those exact skills, and examine choices. SATs are looking for precision in writing. Modifiers must be next to the words they modify. Extraneous words must be eliminated. The intent of the writer must be determined and clearly communicated. Practice at this will bring accuracy, confidence and more speed, raising the score. Keep in mind these tests were designed for a goal. The testers have discovered which skills are needed for success in elite colleges, so the work is not just to help the student get into a college, but to make sure the student, once there, is successful. Just as you would not want to take Algebra 2 before finishing Algebra l, high school levels of English and writing skills must be attained before entering college for true success. Consider this an opportunity to polish your writing and enjoy the outcome.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

SAT writing is largely correcting complicated sentences, organizing thoughts and correcting grammar. I have some great ways to help you with this! First, pump-up your vocabulary. Then, making the sentences clear to you before trying to correct them is very important. Finally, all grammar usage must be looked at carefully. Practicing this with sample tests in the allowed amount of time will ensure you are spending the right amount of time as you go along - find the pace that works for you!
SSAT

SSAT

The SSAT is an excellent test! It takes practice but does a thorough job of preparing the student to be ready for the challenges required in a private school environment. Practice tests will find any weaknesses and give you an opportunity to congratulate yourself on your strengths. For test prep tutoring, I always advise the student to give 90 minutes per session; this way there is time for test practice, reviewing answers and developing an understanding of basic strategies for managing time. Think of this dedication of time as a gift which will allow you to perform at your best once you enter the school of your choice!

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exceptional tutor!

There are many good tutors available, but few exceptional ones. Pat is exceptional. My child had a math tutor, and later started with Pat for English grammar and reading. During a session with Pat, he asked for help on a math problem. Afterwards, he told me she was, "way better than his math tutor". She is truly qualified in all the subjects she tutors. This offers invaluable convenience. Pat helped me with writing, so I also experienced her expertise. She uses time very efficiently, is always prepared, and her comments and suggestions after each session are detailed and useful. Her price is very reasonable and she goes out of her way to accommodate schedules. She is busy for good reason. Book a session with her and you will see!

Debra, 13 lessons with Patricia

Amazing

My son has struggled with math all through middle and high school. He made the decision to join the military but struggled when it came to the asvab. In six months of working with Pat he officially passed. His confidence in math has made changed he even commented that he felt smarter than he ever has. That speaks volumes for a kid that didn’t like school. She comes to every session prepared and with materials geared towards the day. Would recommend her 1000%. I tell her all the time I wish we found her years ago.

Adam, 32 lessons with Patricia

Patient and relaxed tutor

My 9 year old grandson had his first session with Patricia this weekend. He seemed to feel at ease right away. She has a calming demeanor that helped him with his anxiety about the session and surprisingly for a child with ADHD he was very focused with her . They worked on reading skills and counting money. Patricia seemed very competent and I am optimistic that she will help my grandson with his learning difficulties. We look forward to working with her again.

Joyce, 51 lessons with Patricia

Pat is GREAT!

We just started our tutoring journey with Pat, and she has already surpassed our expectations! Pre-algebra can be a difficult subject for most students! Especially a 14-year-old boy who would rather be playing basketball instead of doing math equations. But he is actually enjoying his sessions with Pat, she is patient and makes him feel 100% comfortable with her tutoring methods. He has already learned new skills/tricks that he's applying to his daily studies, which is assisting him with his confidence in this subject! We are looking forward to further sessions with Pat and seeing advancements in this subject! :)

Amber, 1 lesson with Patricia

First Session

My son came out of his first session feeling good and confident in improving his skills for all sections of the upper level SSAT! As a mom, so glad to hear!!! His improvement was steady over time.

Alexandra, 1 lesson with Patricia

Great tutor!

My son has learned new skills and felt comfortable with Pat. She used her time wisely and really taught him which we appreciate.

Elsie, 11 lessons with Patricia

SO HAPPY W/MY TUTOR!!!!!

I am so pleased that Patricia is tutoring me. We got off to a GREAT start!!!. I was nervous at first but soon relaxed and could tell right away what she was teaching me will definitely help me on my SSAT. Looking forward to spending more time with her and learning much more!!!!! Gabi

Paul, 6 lessons with Patricia

Great tutor and very patient and thorough

Patricia is very thorough and multi talented in what she teaches. She is especially good in Math, but my daughter finds all her tips and strategies to be super useful.

Debra, 10 lessons with Patricia
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