I look at the student’s work before choosing the next assignment. That might mean reviewing semicolons, graphing a system in Desmos, or revising an essay’s supporting evidence.

Lessons, homework & follow-up

I review the work.

I ask the student to show their reasoning. A missed question may reveal a gap in algebra, a grammar rule to review, or a detail they read too quickly.

I teach the missing skill.

I explain the concept and work through an example. Then I ask the student to solve a related problem and explain each step.

I assign practice and follow up.

I send a lesson summary and specific homework. In the next session, I review the questions that still need attention.

ABOUT ME

Math graduate.
Chess master.
Your tutor.

My background

I entered the University of Washington at 16 and graduated with a mathematics degree at 19.

1520 SAT99th percentile

35 ACT99th percentile

National MasterUS Chess Federation

LESSON RATES

What’s included.

Rates & lesson details

TEST PREPARATION

SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT & ISEE

$135USD / hour

Official practice tests, targeted assignments, and section-by-section review.

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ACADEMIC & CHESS TUTORING

Math, writing, chess & physics

$95USD / hour

Course support, essay revision, or chess instruction with a USCF National Master.

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Every lesson includes

One-to-one teaching Custom homework Written lesson summary Parent communication

My 60-minute lessons often run 65–75 minutes when useful, at no extra cost. Ask me about longer sessions or small-group lessons.

LESSON DETAILS

Common questions.

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What do we need for online lessons?

I use Google Meet, screen sharing, online whiteboards, and shared documents. Your student will need a computer, a reliable internet connection, and a quiet place to work. I’ll explain the setup before our first lesson.

How much homework do you assign?

For SAT and ACT preparation, I generally recommend about two hours of practice per tutoring hour. I choose assignments from the topics we’re working on and adjust the workload around the student’s progress and schedule. I also assign homework for math, writing, and chess.

How many SAT or ACT lessons do you recommend?

I recommend 12–18 tutoring hours for many students. Before recommending a schedule, I look at the starting score, target score, test date, and time available for homework.

What will we discuss in the free consultation?

I’ll ask about your student’s grade, current work or test scores, goals, and schedule. You can ask me about my teaching, homework, rates, or anything else you want to know before starting.

TESTIMONIALS

What families say
about my lessons.

All testimonials

SAT 1470 → 1550

Practice → official · January–April 2021

I got a 1550!!!! Thanks for all your help!!

Daniel K.SAT studentReview: April 2021

SAT 1200 → 1440

Practice → official · Summer 2022–Mar 2023

Nicole said that it was great, she loved the way you explained everything and wants you to continue teaching and preparing her for the SAT.

Natalie L.Nicole’s motherReview: June 2022

CogAT quantitative · 99+ percentile

Nonverbal: 99th percentile · February 2022

Alisa is always happy to have a class with you even in the early morning. And after class she is in the best mood! I’m grateful for that!

Anastasia M.Alisa’s motherReview: April 2022

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Better scores.Stronger thinking.

What I teach.

Reading. Grammar. Math.A plan for each section.

Math

Writing

Chess

SSAT & ISEE

I teach the reasonbehind the answer.