Serena

Johns Hopkins University - BA Neuroscience

I'm Serena, a Johns Hopkins University graduate with a BSc in Neuroscience and a minor in Applied Mathematics & Statistics. With five years of tutoring experience, including three years focused on ACT preparation, I specialise in helping students master ACT Maths, Reading, and English to achieve their target scores and gain admission to top universities.

Teaches:ACT SAT Admissions

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Qualifications

Johns Hopkins University:BA in Neuroscience, with a minor in Applied Mathematics & Statistics (2017-2021)

College Admissions:Qualified Online Tutor (SAT, College Essay Writing and General Admissions Counselling)

Advanced Placement:Qualified Online Tutor (Calculus AB/BC, Statistics and Psychology)

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Personally Interviewed

Our tutors go through a rigorous selection process, having been interviewed to assess their teaching skills and subject knowledge. They have extensive tutoring experience with a track record of success, helping students achieve their academic goals.

Tutoring Experience

I have five years of tutoring experience, with a focus on ACT preparation over the last three years. I specialise in guiding students through ACT Maths, English, and Reading, ensuring they master both fundamental concepts and test-specific strategies. My students have consistently achieved impressive results, with 93% gaining admission to their desired colleges, including Cornell and Columbia.

Tutoring Approach

My ACT prep approach begins with assessing the student’s foundational knowledge in Maths, Reading, and English. I build their confidence by reinforcing fundamental skills, then transition to more complex ACT-specific concepts. I emphasise strategies to break down challenging questions, draw connections to prior learning, and manage timing effectively, ensuring students are exam-ready with a clear, structured plan.

Testimonials

“I LOVED having Serena as a tutor. She made everything so easy for me to understand and she was so patient with me. My family also LOVES to work with Serena; she is so accommodating and understanding”

ACT Student

"My family needed a tutor for our daughter, who struggled with her
academic subjects. Ms. Serena was very understanding and patient with
her. Great session."

Josena Kumar

"We’ve worked with Serena for three school years now, and with her help, Destine made the Honors math track. We started working with Serena for Pre-Algebra help, and we are currently working with her for trigonometry help. She is really kind and a lot of fun to work with!"

Destine de Castro