Academic Mentorship,
College Prep

Patient, personalized guidance for middle school, high school, and college students — across the humanities and the sciences. From subject support to SAT/ACT prep to college essays, I meet each student where they are. I strive to make learning feel meaningful and fun rather than obligatory — helping students build a real love for exploring ideas, not just better grades.

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Academic Services

Mentorship & Subject Tutoring

One-on-one mentorship and tutoring across all general-education subjects, through the end of high school.

  • Humanities & sciences
  • Stay-on-track mentorship
  • College-level support for select subjects

Standardized Test Prep

Individualized instruction for both the SAT and ACT — building both the skills and the confidence for test day.

  • SAT preparation
  • ACT preparation
  • Strategy & timing practice

College Essay Guidance

Guidance through every stage of the essay-writing process — helping students find their voice and tell their story compellingly.

  • Topic selection
  • Drafting & revision
  • Final-draft polish
Remote sessions $60 / hour

Because I believe in coming fully prepared, each session includes up to 30 minutes of complimentary prep time per hour booked — so I can review any materials you'd like me to look over beforehand. For a two-hour session, that's a full hour of preparation, included.

  • Complimentary prep: up to 30 min included per hour of session time
  • Additional prep (when extensive preparation is needed): $25 / hour
  • In-person sessions: rates depend on student location and are worked out during our initial consultation

Let's get started

Whether your student needs targeted academic support, a steady mentor, or guidance through the college testing and essay-writing process — I'd be glad to help. Reach out and we'll set up an initial consultation.

alsmit@protonmail.com