College Admissions & ACT Tutoring
About
As a first gen, low income, BIPOC student at Brown University, I understand how difficult it can be to receive help from others. I have been mentoring dozens of students in college admissions, with a handful of my students gaining admissions to top schools from Columbia to Brown. I have also scored near perfect in the ACT Math (35) and ACT English (35) with an overall composite of 32.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-avendano
I enjoy being a mentor for others and helping them gain a better understanding of not only the material at hand but also themselves.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I begin by having an understanding of how they are feeling that day, spark conversation about any weekend plans. I then want to get to know them as a person. After establishing a mutual relationship, I let them know that they can interrupt me at any time to ask questions and make it a conversation and not like I am talking at them.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have gained admissions to top schools like Brown, Stanford, and Swarthmore.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$30 / hour
How did you get started teaching?
When I became a student at Brown, I had knowledge about the college admissions process and already took the ACT so I was in a position to teach others what I learned. I was super excited to begin teaching a diverse group of students.
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with dozens of students that come from first gen, low income, BIPOC background and dozens that come from the very exact opposite backrgound.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
I am most fond of the time my mentee texted me to tell me that she had committed to Columbia
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Do your research!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
They should think if they can try it out themsleves and solve it on their own, it will build independece and confidence in the long run instead of always asking for help the very first time.