Preston P.
Private tutor in Smiths Falls, Canada
Education
I have a MA in Economics and BS in Finance from the University of Edinburgh. I also have a MSC/MBA in Finance and Business from the London school of Economics. I also have a degree from the prestigious Groton Academy. I graduated with honors in both my undergraduate and graduate studies and also studied languages at Harvard University.
Experience
I STRUGGLED IN ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL. Then, my parents found me an SAT tutor and my life changed. My tutor didn't just lecture me. He taught me to think clearly, accurately and efficiently. Learning became fun and exciting. My tutor helped me to develop skills that allowed me not only to master standardized tests but also to succeed in school and life. Getting into the prestigious Groton Academy was a significant turning point in my life. Now, I help my students get accepted to their dream schools. I specialize in the SSAT and SAT. I also tutor K-12 math, English and writing. I'm excited to help others take ownership of their future. My approach to math is to engage my students. My tutor taught me how to think clearly, efficiently and accurately. I was able to develop mental math concepts that I teach to my students to find the simple elegant solution rather than a trial and error, brute force approach. I don't just lecture the material. I use the Socratic method. This means that I engage my students by asking questions and guiding the student to realizing important points. These eureka moments increases understanding and retention. I liken it to being a good physical trainer who guides a trainee through a series of heavy lifting exercises. In this case, I guide my students through a mental workout and strengthen their ability to think. My approach to English is to engage the student in exercises that will promote understanding in what is being read. I also approach grammar in a step by step method that allows my students to grasp basic grammar concepts. Vocabulary training is fun and interactive. Students hate to memorize. I get my students to learn and use new vocabulary through conversations that give my students a real feel for the words. For the SSAT, I bring both patience and simplicity. Younger students have shorter attention spans and can also be less self-motivated. In my experience, SSAT preparation needs to keep this in mind. I tailor the lesson to the students abilities including his or her attention span. I have developed different approaches to mental math, grammar and reading exercises depending on the level and age of the student. I started to tutor students for the SAT and SSAT while in London. When I returned to NYC, I started to tutor students here. I have been tutoring students for the SAT and SSAT for well over 5 years.
Subject Expertise
8th Grade math12th Grade Reading9th Grade Writing9th Grade Reading9th Grade math9th Grade8th Grade Writing8th Grade Science8th Grade ReadingAlgebra 18th Grade7th Grade Writing7th Grade Science7th Grade Reading7th Grade math7th Grade6th Grade Writing6th Grade ScienceSAT VerbalEconomicsFinanceElementary MathElementary AlgebraSSAT- Upper LevelSSAT- Middle LevelSSAT- Elementary LevelSSAT6th Grade ReadingSATSAT MathematicsSAT MathPSAT MathematicsPSATAlgebra 3/4Algebra 212th Grade math2nd Grade Writing2nd Grade Reading2nd Grade math2nd Grade1st Grade Writing1st Grade Reading1st Grade math1st Grade3rd Grade12th Grade11th Grade Writing11th Grade Reading11th Grade math11th Grade10th Grade Writing10th Grade Reading10th Grade math4th Grade Science6th Grade math6th Grade5th Grade Writing5th Grade Science5th Grade Reading5th Grade math5th Grade4th Grade Writing10th Grade4th Grade Reading4th Grade math4th Grade3rd Grade Writing3rd Grade Science3rd Grade Reading3rd Grade math
Availability
Weekdays after 9AM, Weekends after 9AM
Can Meet
Up to 45 minutes away at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
I have years of tutoring experience and I have a passion for helping students fulfill their academic goals. I am great with kids and love working with K-12 students. My tutor helped me ace the SSAT and get into Groton! I would love to help your son or daughter get into his/her dream high school or college. If you are looking for a great tutor and mentor, please contact me! Don't wait until the last moment. The early bird gets the worm! The more time there is to prepare, the greater the results.
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