Columbia University Tutors

Hi, I'm Sara. I'm a recent graduate of Columbia University and am looking to tutor motivated students. I am well equipped to help a wide range of students, from early readers to high schoolers who are preparing for SAT/ACT/AP/IB tests. I am also happy work with college students who are looking to improve their writing skills and produce academic writing for specific classes.

I am double majored in Political Science and Latin American Politics. I specialize in tutoring for literacy, reading, writing, literature, history, Spanish, and test prep.

My service stands out because of my own experiences as a student, as well as my experiences mentoring and coaching other students.

In 2018-19, I took a gap year to complete a year of service with City Year Dallas, an education non-profit that places educators in classrooms at under-resourced public schools. I worked in a 4th grade Spanish/English bilingual classroom, providing whole-class support and teaching individualized lesson plans to help focus list students meet grade level reading and writing standards.

Previously, I have worked with older students as an employee of the Columbia University Admissions Office. There, I was a student coordinatior for the Undergraduate Recruitment Committee. In this role, I designed programming and organized outreach events. I mentored low-income, high-achieving students, providing guidance throughout their college application process. I helped students write and edit application and scholarship essays, and provided resume coaching and professional development.

I have various other experiences to draw from. I have previously tutored high school students preparing to take the PSAT/SAT as well as AP/IB subject tests. I also spent several months in Cusco, Peru as an English tutor.

I stongly believe in the value of neer-peer mentorship and tutoring. As someone who recently underwent the college application process, I am happy to provide insight, guidance, and tutoring.

I enjoy working with motivated students to improve their understanding of material and reach their full academic potential. Whether it be in terms of test scores or personal statements, I believe that coaching can greatly help students best present themselves and their work.

I take an individualized approach to tutoring and coaching. I meet with students to determine their needs and goals and work out a plan for us to proceed from there.