"Hi! I’m Alex, a versatile tutor with a strong background in test prep, academic writing, and ESL instruction. I help students raise their scores, sharpen their thinking, and express ideas with clarity—whether they’re preparing for the SAT or crafting a college-level essay.

I entered education over 15 years ago as an SAT instructor at Kaplan shortly after graduating with honors from UC Berkeley. Since then, I’ve worked with companies like Sylvan and supported high schoolers, college applicants, and adult learners—while also pursuing work outside the classroom along the way.

To better understand the exams I teach, I retook the SAT as an instructor—earning an 800 in Critical Reading, 780 in Writing, and 670 in Math. As these results suggest, I’m academically well-rounded and able to assist high school students with math and language arts up to the level covered on College Board entrance exams.

📘 High School Math

I coach students through SAT/ACT math, focusing on clarity, pattern recognition, and time-efficient strategies—especially for those who don’t consider themselves “math people.”

📝 Academic Writing & Essay Reviews

I support students from high school through grad school with:

• Essay structure and organization

• Analytical writing

• Research integration and revision guidance

📚 Language Arts & ESL

This includes grammar instruction for native and non-native speakers, and a communicative, real-world approach to ESL.

From this vantage point, selecting the right structure isn’t about memorizing musty rules—it’s about critically analyzing meaning and intent. I help students succeed on exams and communicate with clarity and purpose across academic and professional settings.

I hold a TESOL Certificate with Honors from UCLA Extension and have taught English, writing, and test prep to learners from diverse backgrounds.

Let’s work together to meet your goals—with strategy, clarity, and purpose." less...