Standardized Test Preparation (Language)

Service Description

I’ve had the joy of working with hundreds of students on the language and writing sections of the SAT and ACT, and I’m proud to say that every one has shown strong improvement—including achieving perfect scores. What excites me most isn’t just the score increases, though those are wonderful. It’s watching students go from feeling defeated by these tests to genuinely enjoying the challenge and feeling confident in their abilities. Here’s what I’ve discovered: the SAT and ACT language and writing sections aren’t really testing your vocabulary or innate reading talent. They’re actually sophisticated logic puzzles dressed up as English tests. Once you understand the underlying logic—the patterns, reasoning, and systematic approach these tests follow—everything clicks into place. It’s like having the secret code. That’s where my highly individualized teaching approach comes in. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all test prep because no two students think exactly alike. Instead, I spend time getting to know how your mind works, identifying your specific strengths and areas where you get tripped up. Then we tackle those problem areas together, breaking down even the most intimidating questions into clear, logical steps that feel manageable. What I love most is watching that moment when a concept that seemed impossibly confusing suddenly becomes crystal clear. Students often laugh and say, “Wait, that’s it?” These breakthrough moments happen because we approach each challenge methodically and supportively, building confidence along the way. The results speak for themselves: scores improve significantly, and students walk into test day feeling prepared and confident. They know they have a systematic approach that works; they’ve practiced thoroughly; and they trust their ability to apply concepts under pressure. That confidence makes all the difference—not just on test day, but in how they approach academic challenges going forward. My approach: • Demystifies the structure of standardized exams, turning them from anxiety triggers into solvable reasoning challenges. • Strengthens grammar, rhetoric, and analytical reading — core competencies reflected in both test performance and college-level writing. • Increases test-day confidence through structured logic training, transforming performance from reactive to deliberate. • Improves scores while reinforcing the deeper skill colleges look for: the ability to interpret, reason, and clearly express complex ideas.