Concierge SAT Coaching & College Readiness Advising | Ithaca Area
offered virtually
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Strong grades but disappointing SAT or PSAT scores?
For many capable students, the answer is not simply more studying. Progress begins with identifying exactly what is limiting performance, then building a focused plan around the student’s academic strengths, testing timeline, and college goals.
I provide private, one-on-one concierge SAT coaching and college-readiness advising for motivated high school students in Ithaca and throughout the surrounding Tompkins County area. All sessions are conducted remotely, providing families with flexible access to individualized support.
This is not generic tutoring, homework help, or a one-size-fits-all test-preparation course. Each student receives a customized strategy designed to improve test performance while developing the organization, independence, and analytical skills needed for college.
Qualifications
• More than 25 years of teaching and academic advising experience as a college professor
• SAT Math and Reading/Writing specialist
• Author of nine college-level textbooks
• Extensive background in quantitative reasoning, academic writing, and college-level learning
Concierge SAT coaching may include
• Detailed review of current SAT or PSAT performance
• Identification of missed-question patterns and recurring errors
• A personalized preparation plan based on the student’s goals and test date
• Targeted Math and Reading/Writing instruction
• Timing, pacing, accuracy, and test-taking strategy
• Weekly priorities, accountability, and progress tracking
• Strategic adjustments based on measurable results
• Confidence-building under realistic timed conditions
College-readiness advising may include
• Academic planning connected to the student’s college goals
• Study habits, organization, and time management
• Executive-function and accountability support
• Academic and analytical writing
• Independent learning and self-advocacy skills
• Preparation for the expectations of college-level work
• Coordination of SAT preparation with testing dates and prospective colleges
Private remote sessions are available during evenings and weekends. Families may pay session by session, and there is no long-term contract.
When replying, please include:
• Student’s current grade level
• Most recent SAT or PSAT score
• Intended SAT date
• Colleges under consideration
• Primary academic or testing concern