Math Magic: Your SAT Success Starts Here with Me!
Private tutor - Randy Brenner
Bachelors degree
$35
$31
/ hour
Proven strategies for exam success
90% of students say strategies boosted their confidence.
Strong focus on exam readiness
95% of parents report their child is more exam-ready.
Flexible scheduling for exam prep
90% of students find scheduling sessions stress-free.
About your tutor
Hi, I’m Randy! I’ve been tutoring for over 8 years, and I’m passionate about helping students succeed on the SAT. I earned a quarter-million-dollar scholarship thanks to my impressive performance on college placement exams, including the SAT, which gave me a strong foundation for understanding how to approach the test. With degrees in biology, chemistry, and a minor in math, I’ve got the expertise to help you excel in all areas of the SAT. I’m dedicated to creating a positive, supportive learning environment where we can work together to improve your skills, boost your score, and build confidence. Whether you’re looking for strategies or help with specific sections, I’ll provide tailored lessons to meet your needs and set you up for success!
SAT tutor specialities
Practice Exams
Homework help
GCSE (UK)
Next Generation Science Standards - NGSS (USA)
Mock Tests
State-Specific Standards (USA)
Study Plans
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Australian Curriculum (AU)
Test prep
New Zealand Curriculum - NZC (NZ)
Test taking techniques
SAT prep overview
My teaching methodology is built on creating a supportive, interactive environment where students feel comfortable and confident. With over 8 years of tutoring experience, I focus on understanding each student’s unique learning style and tailoring my lessons to meet their needs. I break down complex concepts into manageable steps, ensuring thorough comprehension and retention. For SAT prep, I use targeted strategies to improve test-taking skills, help manage time effectively, and build confidence for each section. I believe in fostering a growth mindset, where making mistakes is part of the learning process, and I encourage students to keep pushing forward. By making lessons engaging, relevant, and approachable, my goal is to help students not only improve their scores but also develop a lasting love for learning!
Student types for SAT tutor
School
College
Adult / Professional
All Levels
ADHD
ASD
Learning Disabilities
Anxiety or Stress Disorders
Home schooled
Interactive SAT classes
Record lessons
Note taking
Pets are welcomed
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Teaching tools used by SAT tutor
Digital whiteboard
Quizzes
Assessments
Presentations
Practice worksheets
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SAT concept taught by Randy
Randy tutored Oliver, reviewing area, surface area, volume, matrix multiplication, and algebra. Oliver practiced problems on trapezoids, composite shapes, and matrix operations, with Randy correcting errors and explaining concepts. They discussed future lessons and the addition of Oliver's sister to the tutoring sessions, planned to resume in three weeks.
Square Pyramid Surface Area
Composite Surface Area
Trapezoid Area
Volume and Capacity Conversion
Randy tutored Madison on essay writing techniques, specifically focusing on constructing well-structured body paragraphs for an essay about alcoholism. Madison practiced writing topic sentences, integrating quotes, and explaining their relevance to the argument. They worked on the first body paragraph together, and Randy suggested Madison follow the same format for the remaining paragraphs.
Avoiding Alcohol Abuse
Hereditary Alcoholism
Microwaving Grapes
Essay Quote Explanation
Randy tutored Madison in chemistry using Castle Learning, covering a wide range of topics from basic concepts like valence electrons and atomic structure to more complex areas like stoichiometry, organic chemistry, and electrochemistry. Randy explains concepts, guides Madison through problem-solving, and uses real-world examples to aid understanding.
Iodine Valence Electrons
Catalysts
Percent Error Calculation
Arrhenius Acids and Bases
Madison is working with a tutor, Randy, on a research paper about alcoholism's effects on families. They analyze quotes from sources, focusing on hereditary aspects and family impact, and Randy provides guidance on grammar, formatting, and structuring the essay, particularly the introduction.
Introduction Template
Quote Selection
Effects vs. Affect
Personality Development
Randy and Oliver collaborated to create a two-sided cheat sheet for Oliver's exam, focusing on area, surface area, volume, capacity, matrices, and algebra. They practiced surface area calculations and matrix multiplication. They scheduled one more session before the exam to review the material.
Surface Area of a Cube
Cheat Sheet Preparation
Matrix Multiplication
Randy tutored Jessica on fraction multiplication, division, and simplification, including finding the greatest common factor. Jessica practiced with Randy's guidance and will continue practicing on Khan Academy. They scheduled another session for Thursday the 19th at 9:00 PM.
Finding the Greatest Common Factor (GCF)
Fraction Simplification
Dividing Fractions
Multiplying Fractions
