David
UCLA Grad. ACT, SAT & MCAT Expert. Proven Results. Read My Reviews!
If you're serious about increasing ACT, SAT, or MCAT CARS scores, you've come to the right place. I'm a test prep expert with a strong background in education and a proven track record. I've helped hundreds of students increase SAT scores by 100+ points and ACT scores by 5+ points. Explore my feedback section to see examples of the results I've helped my students achieve. MY APPROACH: My goal is to help students gain confidence and start making measurable progress right away. To promote e...
ISEE
I have been helping students prepare for the ISEE for several years. I have taught ISEE at some of the most highly regarded tutoring centers in Southern California. My ISEE students typically see significant increases in their scores when they consistently attend lessons, do the work, and apply my strategies. If you are seriously interested in gaining admission to top private elementary or secondary schools, you may need to take the ISEE. I can help you get the highest score you're capable of achieving!
ACT Science
ACT Reading
ACT English
TOEFL
I have extensive experience teaching the TOEFL, both as a private tutor and a classroom instructor. I taught TOEFL and worked as a TOEFL teacher supervisor at one of Southern California's largest private English schools.
PSAT
Other than length, the PSAT is the same as the SAT. I have been tutoring the reading and writing sections of both tests for over ten years.
SSAT
I have extensive experience tutoring the SSAT. Additionally, I have been teaching English, ESL and test prep for over 10 years. In 2000, I was recognized by Santa Monica College for excellence in tutoring writing, grammar and literature. My hard-working test prep students regularly achieve significant gains in their scores.
vocabulary
grammar
reading
writing
I first started tutoring nearly 15 years ago at Santa Monica College. While working there, I was formally recognized for excellence in tutoring English writing, grammar and literature. I've helped many students with their writing since then, both in private lessons and in classrooms. I've taught everything from introductory to advanced writing. I absolutely love helping people get their writing together. Writing well is thinking clearly!
English
ESL/ESOL
I have 10 years of experience teaching ESL and TOEFL, both privately and in the classroom. I have worked as an academic director and teacher trainer at one of the largest private English schools in Southern California and have also worked as a private "language coach" to high-ranking executives at major corporations.
SAT reading
SAT writing
MCAT
Jessica N. from Alhambra, CA
It has been said that good teachers make the best of a pupil’s means and great teachers foresee a pupil’s end and David falls into the category of what a great teacher is supposed to look like. My son had just taken his first attempt at the SAT’s and wasn't happy with his score. David came in and was able to provide my son with strategy concepts and the confidence he needed to substantially raise his SAT score the second time around. He has shown to be very knowledgeable, supportive, and patient in his teaching ability as he took the time to thoroughly explain and give my son great tips on how to seek out the best answer to tricky SAT questions and clarify for him why one answer would excel over the others. Out of the three tutors my son had during this season, my son has expressed that although they were all great, David was by far his absolute favorite. His way of engaging him in a fun and enthusiastic manner has made an impact on how he has started to take exams in other subjects as well. His display and genuine concern over my son’s advancement has been much appreciated. I would highly recommend David W. to anyone who would like to see their child succeed!
Meg G. from Glendale, CA
When my professor returned my essay ungraded and asked me to rewrite it, I hit a hard wall of desperation. This was a class I was taking specifically to transfer to a UC! However, David helped me immensely. I am not a native English speaker and wasn't ready for an intense winter-semester English class. I had good ideas, but lacked organization and grammar. David helped me with his patience and great experience. The end result was not only a perfect grade, but also my improvement in writing.
Robert W. from Los Angeles, CA
David worked with my high-school age son on SAT English, reading comprehension, and essay writing. Definitely a key component to my son getting better at all the above. Incredibly reliable and punctual. I would wholeheartedly recommend him in any of the disciplines he specializes in.
Inae H. from Los Angeles, CA
David is an excellent teacher and very patient. He has been working with my son on SAT English, and my son has been making good progress. We are very happy with David's work. He is very diligent and reliable. We can highly recommend him.
Yogi S. from Houston, TX
David is teaching writing and grammar. He has got a very good teaching style and great ability to connect with the kids.
Franck B. from Pasadena, CA
My goal is to take my English to the next level. It's not my native language and I felt that I was on a plateau. David helps in getting more idioms, vocabulary, some grammar rules and most important, thanks to his knowledge in many topics, our discussions are very open and rich.
Josh K. from South Pasadena, CA
David's style of tutoring is that of being approachable within a comfortable tutoring environment, while being well versed in the subject matter at hand. David's observation of the student's strengths and areas for improvements are very acute and accurate, which makes the lessons progressive and engaging.
Jane L. from Charlotte, NC
David has been helping my daughter prepare for the ACT online. He is patient and thorough at each lesson.
Page M. from Pasadena, CA
David has a great ability to make my son feel smart and will do well on the SAT. This is just after the 1st meeting.
Micar D. from Reno, NV
David does help my son much, he is a amazing tutor.My son is now very confident with the coming exam. I think we are lucky to have David
Annie H. from Fairfax, VA
David is a patient and responsible tutor. He taught my daughter well after the 1st SAT. Her second SAT writing score improved significantly from top 42% to top 17%. Many good suggestions we received from David. Thank you.
Michael M. from Stillwater, PA
I needed some fast track tutoring for ACT testing. David did a great job. He reviewed an incredible amount of info in a short timeframe. He gave me hints and suggestions on how to take the test. He was very flexible in working with my schedule so I could continue playing baseball. He adjusted tutoring times with no problem. I feel I got a lot from the tutoring. I highly recommend David.
Lilian G. from San Marino, CA
David a great ACT tutor. In just 5 weeks, David helped my daughter with +3 for English, +2 for reading, and +9 for science! I highly recommend David
Kyle P. from Trenton, NJ
After searching for a tutor for our son that not only fit his hectic schedule, but was also a good "fit" we fortunately found WyzAnt and David. We couldn't be more pleased with both!! Personally, I was initially skeptical of the online tutoring option, but when I mentioned it to my son he was all for it! What made it even better was the fact that David is in California and we in NJ. The time difference worked out very well for both of us since we were able to schedule time that worked with all of our schedules. The convenience of not having to take time to drive him or be home with him for tutoring sessions was a huge plus. I was even able to observe during the lessons by logging into the Skype session. After observing one session I was very comfortable that David would be a good fit for us. Our son has taken the ACT test 2x, once without any real test prep, and once after working with David. He had just 6 sessions with David over a number of weeks leading up to the ACT test. In this short amount of time he increased his ACT English score by 4 points and his science by 5. We highly recommend David for test prep tutoring. We were very pleased.