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Lecia A.

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ACT-SAT, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, Reading, Phonics, Math & Essay WritingTutor
ACT-SAT, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, Reading, Phonics, Math & Essay WritingTutor
Lecia A.

4.9 (137 ratings)

395 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
4.9 (137 ratings)

395 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Lecia

Bio

For more than 20 years, I have successfully helped students, across the country, dramatically improve their test scores. What makes me an effective teacher is my consistent ability to help my students achieve their target scores or improvements.
I only tutor online.

My teaching method is custom-built around you.
Lessons are adapted to your particular learning style.
I will help you to strengthen your weaknesses and master time-saving shortcuts to enable you to earn your highest score...

For more than 20 years, I have successfully helped students, across the country, dramatically improve their test scores. What makes me an effective teacher is my consistent ability to help my students achieve their target scores or improvements.
I only tutor online.

My teaching method is custom-built around you.
Lessons are adapted to your particular learning style.
I will help you to strengthen your weaknesses and master time-saving shortcuts to enable you to earn your highest score possible.

I eliminate or lessen the "time pressure" aspect of tests by teaching you how to work smarter. You will learn how to focus on a step-by-step strategy for each question type, instead of on the clock. Working smarter through a mechanical strategy will allow you to finish the test, with more correct answers, and without the usual stress and nerves.

You will increase your confidence level and significantly improve your scores.
I am extremely patient and supportive. I understand the crippling fear of failing the test and know how to refocus that energy into selecting correct responses.
My students typically enjoy a large increase in their scores.
We will work out a specific plan to obtain your target score and then reach beyond it to provide a comfortable safety net.

In addition to helping you improve your test scores, upon request; I will review your essays and provide constructive feedback.

I also offer tutoring on successful approaches to improve your mastery of grammar, phonics, reading, math through pre-algebra, critical thinking, logical reasoning, time management, study and organization skills, and essay writing.

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Education

University of Michigan
Computer Science
Yale Divinity School
Graduate Coursework
Simmons College
Graduate Coursework

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Business

GMAT,

GMAT

For more than 20 years I have taught a user-friendly, systematic, approach to sentence correction, reading comprehension, mathematical reasoning, and data sufficiency for the GMAT. I tailor the instruction to match the student's learning style.
GRE,

GRE

I have more than 20 years of experience successfully helping GRE students achieve their score goals. Provide a user-friendly systematic approach to the new (since 2011) GRE. When necessary, I can provide mini grammar and math boot camps to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps.
Microsoft PowerPoint,

Microsoft PowerPoint

I have taught corporate, health care, academic and nonprofit employees to create informative, inspiring and concise PowerPoint presentations. Instruction includes advice on how much to write and how much to script.
Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

I have used and taught others how to master the many fine and hidden features in the Microsoft Word program, allowing them to produce beautifully formatted and professionally written documents. I tailor the instruction according to the student's intended use of the program.

Computer

Microsoft PowerPoint,

Microsoft PowerPoint

I have taught corporate, health care, academic and nonprofit employees to create informative, inspiring and concise PowerPoint presentations. Instruction includes advice on how much to write and how much to script.
Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

I have used and taught others how to master the many fine and hidden features in the Microsoft Word program, allowing them to produce beautifully formatted and professionally written documents. I tailor the instruction according to the student's intended use of the program.

Corporate Training

GMAT,

GMAT

For more than 20 years I have taught a user-friendly, systematic, approach to sentence correction, reading comprehension, mathematical reasoning, and data sufficiency for the GMAT. I tailor the instruction to match the student's learning style.
Grammar,

Grammar

I have more than 20 years experience of successfully helping students correct their grammar gaps and write excellent essays and papers. I have user-friendly methods to help ESL students present "A" papers.
Microsoft PowerPoint,

Microsoft PowerPoint

I have taught corporate, health care, academic and nonprofit employees to create informative, inspiring and concise PowerPoint presentations. Instruction includes advice on how much to write and how much to script.
Microsoft Word,

Microsoft Word

I have used and taught others how to master the many fine and hidden features in the Microsoft Word program, allowing them to produce beautifully formatted and professionally written documents. I tailor the instruction according to the student's intended use of the program.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I have been an essay writing teacher since 2001. I have been a proofreader for business, legal, medical, and academic writing for more than 25 years.

Elementary Education

Grammar,

Grammar

I have more than 20 years experience of successfully helping students correct their grammar gaps and write excellent essays and papers. I have user-friendly methods to help ESL students present "A" papers.
Phonics,

Phonics

I was trained in the Orton-Gillingham based Phonics system in 2008. For the next two years I advanced from a tutor to an instructor trainer for school teachers, home school parents, and various others who wanted to learn this powerful approach.
Reading,

Reading

For more than ten years, I have been successful in helping students, K-12 and college level, master reading comprehension. Initially, I conduct a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps. I use Orton-Gillingham based phonics techniques for pronunciation, as needed. I also teach the student how to use context and anticipatory clues, to better understand and visualize the passages. This is then transferred into their approach to writing high scoring essays and longer papers.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

For more than 15 years, I have taught students how to use root words for definitions, prefixes for alterations, and suffixes to determine whether the word is a noun, verb, or modifier. My approach has successfully helped students through graduate school level, dramatically improve their working vocabulary and their ability to discern the meaning of unfamiliar words, through deconstruction.

English

ACT English,

ACT English

I have more than 20 years of experience helping ACT students achieve their English score goals. I teach students how to strategically use the answer choices to improve both their pacing and accuracy. If necessary, I will put the student through a mini bootcamp to uncover and correct fundamental grammar gaps.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

I have helped ACT students achieve their reading comprehension goals, for more than 20 years. I also teach students how to strategically use the answer choices to improve both their pacing and accuracy. If necessary, I will put the student through a mini reading/grammar bootcamp to uncover and correct fundamental comprehension and grammar gaps.
English,

English

I have helped students dramatically improve their grammar, reading comprehension, and writing skills, for more than 20 years. I customize the instruction to match the student's learning style.
Grammar,

Grammar

I have more than 20 years experience of successfully helping students correct their grammar gaps and write excellent essays and papers. I have user-friendly methods to help ESL students present "A" papers.
Proofreading,

Proofreading

I have been an essay writing teacher since 2001. I have been a proofreader for business, legal, medical, and academic writing for more than 25 years.
Reading,

Reading

For more than ten years, I have been successful in helping students, K-12 and college level, master reading comprehension. Initially, I conduct a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps. I use Orton-Gillingham based phonics techniques for pronunciation, as needed. I also teach the student how to use context and anticipatory clues, to better understand and visualize the passages. This is then transferred into their approach to writing high scoring essays and longer papers.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I have helped SAT students achieve their reading comprehension goals for more than 20 years. Through my user-friendly, logical approach, students are able to master the reading comp section in 2-3 lessons. I also teach students how to strategically use the answer choices to improve both their pacing and accuracy. If necessary, I will put the student through a mini reading/grammar bootcamp to uncover and correct fundamental comprehension and grammar gaps.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

For more than 20 years, I have helped SAT students produce high scoring essays. Proper use of my template approach has never produced a writing score less than 4.5, with most earning a 5 through 6.
Vocabulary,

Vocabulary

For more than 15 years, I have taught students how to use root words for definitions, prefixes for alterations, and suffixes to determine whether the word is a noun, verb, or modifier. My approach has successfully helped students through graduate school level, dramatically improve their working vocabulary and their ability to discern the meaning of unfamiliar words, through deconstruction.
Writing

Writing

I have more than 20 years experience of successfully teaching students how to write beautifully crafted essays and research papers. If necessary, I will provide a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental grammar knowledge gaps. My students learn how to write "A" papers.

History

Bible Studies,

Bible Studies

I have taught Old and New Testament, Systematic Theology, ecumenical studies, and Church History courses and seminars for more than 20 years. I am an ordained minister and certified Bible Instructor.
Religion,

Religion

I have an M.Div. from Yale Divinity School. I am an ordained minister and Certified Bible Teacher (since 1980). I have created curriculum and taught Religious Studies to Church Leadership and seminary students.
American History

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I teach middle school algebra and geometry. I also offer a preliminary math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
English,

English

I have helped students dramatically improve their grammar, reading comprehension, and writing skills, for more than 20 years. I customize the instruction to match the student's learning style.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I teach 6th - 8th grade math including pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry. My students are put through a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps.
Reading,

Reading

For more than ten years, I have been successful in helping students, K-12 and college level, master reading comprehension. Initially, I conduct a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps. I use Orton-Gillingham based phonics techniques for pronunciation, as needed. I also teach the student how to use context and anticipatory clues, to better understand and visualize the passages. This is then transferred into their approach to writing high scoring essays and longer papers.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have helped SAT students achieve their score goals for more than 20 years. I also teach 6th through 8th algebra and geometry. When helpful, I offer a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I have helped SAT students achieve their reading comprehension goals for more than 20 years. Through my user-friendly, logical approach, students are able to master the reading comp section in 2-3 lessons. I also teach students how to strategically use the answer choices to improve both their pacing and accuracy. If necessary, I will put the student through a mini reading/grammar bootcamp to uncover and correct fundamental comprehension and grammar gaps.
Writing

Writing

I have more than 20 years experience of successfully teaching students how to write beautifully crafted essays and research papers. If necessary, I will provide a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental grammar knowledge gaps. My students learn how to write "A" papers.

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

I have helped ACT students achieve their Math score goals for more than 20 years. I also teach 7th and 8th algebra and geometry. I also offer a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I teach middle school algebra and geometry. I also offer a preliminary math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I teach 6th - 8th grade math including pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry. My students are put through a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have helped SAT students achieve their score goals for more than 20 years. I also teach 6th through 8th algebra and geometry. When helpful, I offer a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I teach middle school algebra and geometry. I also offer a preliminary math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
English,

English

I have helped students dramatically improve their grammar, reading comprehension, and writing skills, for more than 20 years. I customize the instruction to match the student's learning style.
Prealgebra,

Prealgebra

I teach 6th - 8th grade math including pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry. My students are put through a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps.
Reading,

Reading

For more than ten years, I have been successful in helping students, K-12 and college level, master reading comprehension. Initially, I conduct a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps. I use Orton-Gillingham based phonics techniques for pronunciation, as needed. I also teach the student how to use context and anticipatory clues, to better understand and visualize the passages. This is then transferred into their approach to writing high scoring essays and longer papers.
Writing

Writing

I have more than 20 years experience of successfully teaching students how to write beautifully crafted essays and research papers. If necessary, I will provide a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental grammar knowledge gaps. My students learn how to write "A" papers.

Other

Bible Studies,

Bible Studies

I have taught Old and New Testament, Systematic Theology, ecumenical studies, and Church History courses and seminars for more than 20 years. I am an ordained minister and certified Bible Instructor.
Religion

Religion

I have an M.Div. from Yale Divinity School. I am an ordained minister and Certified Bible Teacher (since 1980). I have created curriculum and taught Religious Studies to Church Leadership and seminary students.

Science

ACT Science

ACT Science

For more than 20 years, I have helped students dramatically improve their ACT Science scores, enabling them to achieve their ACT score goals. My strategies make the science section user-friendly.

Special Needs

Phonics

Phonics

I was trained in the Orton-Gillingham based Phonics system in 2008. For the next two years I advanced from a tutor to an instructor trainer for school teachers, home school parents, and various others who wanted to learn this powerful approach.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I teach middle school algebra and geometry. I also offer a preliminary math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
Reading,

Reading

For more than ten years, I have been successful in helping students, K-12 and college level, master reading comprehension. Initially, I conduct a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps. I use Orton-Gillingham based phonics techniques for pronunciation, as needed. I also teach the student how to use context and anticipatory clues, to better understand and visualize the passages. This is then transferred into their approach to writing high scoring essays and longer papers.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have helped SAT students achieve their score goals for more than 20 years. I also teach 6th through 8th algebra and geometry. When helpful, I offer a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
Writing

Writing

I have more than 20 years experience of successfully teaching students how to write beautifully crafted essays and research papers. If necessary, I will provide a mini grammar boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental grammar knowledge gaps. My students learn how to write "A" papers.

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

I have more than 20 years of experience helping ACT students achieve their English score goals. I teach students how to strategically use the answer choices to improve both their pacing and accuracy. If necessary, I will put the student through a mini bootcamp to uncover and correct fundamental grammar gaps.
ACT Math,

ACT Math

I have helped ACT students achieve their Math score goals for more than 20 years. I also teach 7th and 8th algebra and geometry. I also offer a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

I have helped ACT students achieve their reading comprehension goals, for more than 20 years. I also teach students how to strategically use the answer choices to improve both their pacing and accuracy. If necessary, I will put the student through a mini reading/grammar bootcamp to uncover and correct fundamental comprehension and grammar gaps.
ACT Science,

ACT Science

For more than 20 years, I have helped students dramatically improve their ACT Science scores, enabling them to achieve their ACT score goals. My strategies make the science section user-friendly.
ASVAB,

ASVAB

I have helped many students achieve their ASVAB score goals. The great majority of my former students are currently serving in one or another branch of the military.
GMAT,

GMAT

For more than 20 years I have taught a user-friendly, systematic, approach to sentence correction, reading comprehension, mathematical reasoning, and data sufficiency for the GMAT. I tailor the instruction to match the student's learning style.
GRE,

GRE

I have more than 20 years of experience successfully helping GRE students achieve their score goals. Provide a user-friendly systematic approach to the new (since 2011) GRE. When necessary, I can provide mini grammar and math boot camps to uncover and correct fundamental learning gaps.
LSAT,

LSAT

I have helped students achieve their LSAT score goals for more than 20 years. Using a user-friendly, logical and contextual approach allows students to not just improve but to master the three topics on the test. Strategies taught continue to be relevant and useful during the first year of law school.
MCAT,

MCAT

I have successfully tutored this subject more than 10 years. I teach the reading section first because this is the biggest trouble area. Once students master this, they tend to use the techniques on the other sections, as necessary. Knowledge of the hard science subjects is assumed, yet multiple choice answers provide opportunity for process of elimination. Though I would prefer that future doctors KNOW the relevant scientific subject matter
Praxis,

Praxis

I was the PRAXIS instructor at Gateway Community College in New Haven, CT, for three years. I helped future teachers pass the basic skills test.
PSAT,

PSAT

I have helped students successfully pass the new revised PSAT. It is very similar to the SAT and, if taught properly, will make the SAT easy to master. Both tests are more conceptual than the ACT, so the skills taught will also allow the student to approach to their high school classes more logically and confidently.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have helped SAT students achieve their score goals for more than 20 years. I also teach 6th through 8th algebra and geometry. When helpful, I offer a mini math boot camp to uncover and correct fundamental mathematical learning gaps.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I have helped SAT students achieve their reading comprehension goals for more than 20 years. Through my user-friendly, logical approach, students are able to master the reading comp section in 2-3 lessons. I also teach students how to strategically use the answer choices to improve both their pacing and accuracy. If necessary, I will put the student through a mini reading/grammar bootcamp to uncover and correct fundamental comprehension and grammar gaps.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

For more than 20 years, I have helped SAT students produce high scoring essays. Proper use of my template approach has never produced a writing score less than 4.5, with most earning a 5 through 6.
SSAT

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Great advice

We looked over strategies for recognizing arguments and how to distinguish the different parts of the argument. I found it helpful the tips she gave for keeping the conclusion in mind to help eliminate answer choices.

Charity, 1 lesson with Lecia

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Amazing tutor. Teaching lsat techniques that makes you think and understand what is being asked. She will be patient and tell you how or what step you forgot or even what step you left out.

Selena, 18 lessons with Lecia

Amazing teacher. so patient and helpful.

She is amazing. She was so patient with my son, took her time to explain and helped him walk through some problems until he got it. I am very thankful for her.

Celise, 2 lessons with Lecia

Eye Opener

I do not know how to study, I usually just retain the information as it is taught. The LSAT is an exam where preparation is required in order to succeed. Ms. Lecia has taken my fear of NEVER understanding and challenged me to overcome that fear. She is very down to earth, informative, wise, and patient. I wish I would have stumbled upon her months ago. I look forward to our next session.

SYDNEE, 5 lessons with Lecia

Great LSAT tutor

I look forward to my sessions with Mrs.Allman. I have came a long way in a short period of time and understand the LSAT a bit more after our session.

Sheirita, 3 lessons with Lecia

Great LSAT tutor

I really enjoyed my first session with Mrs. Allman. She was patient with me and quickly assessed my issues on how I handled the questions. Great tutor I wished I started sooner.

Sheirita, 3 lessons with Lecia

Knowledgeable, patient and straightforward

I feel more confident that I will ace the LSAT reading comprehension section. I will continue following her steps and training my brain to do RC correctly. Very excited for the next few lessons!

Zakkiyya, 2 lessons with Lecia

Very Patient Tutor!

Yesterday was my second session with Lecia. We reviewed Strengthen questions and she taught Assumption questions. In taking the LSAT before, I needed someone to pinpoint the specific errors I was making. Lecia is extremely patient and was able to pick up my bad habits within the first 30 minutes of our first session. I’m super excited for our next session!

Kendra, 2 lessons with Lecia

Efficient and direct.

Lecia will provide you with very clear formulas for your standard exam essays. She can tell you exactly what the graders are looking for. Can't recommend her enough.

Donna, 8 lessons with Lecia

Great GMAT S.C. Lesson!

Introduced the characteristics of Sentence Correction, including which grammar items are being checked, 2-3 split, and idioms. Practiced plurality, tense, pronoun, idiom, helping verb, verbosity, and parallelism. Broke down systemically how to accomplish work the test!

Joshua, 3 lessons with Lecia
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