
Kate Z.
Advisor Kate has extensive experience teaching AP courses, essay writing, and SAT/ACT preparation. She has served as an SAT Prep Coach at Colgate and taught with Hatch Tutors (founded by Princeton alumni), as well as leading STEAM courses in Hong Kong. Kate customizes her lessons according to each student’s level and goals, focusing on measurable score improvements and academic growth.
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts in Government
Experience
Teaching Experience & Achievements:
* Taught AP subjects, standardized test prep, and essay writing to students across different academic backgrounds
* Guided students through SAT and ACT preparation, with a focus on reading, writing, and test strategies
* Supported students applying successfully to selective universities, including Colgate and UC schools
Subject Scores
AP:
* English
* U.S. History, European History
* Chinese Language & Culture
* Government & Politics, Biology (hardest)
* Calculus
* Statistics
* Psychology
* Economics (Micro & Macro)
ACT Results – Writing: 36, Reading: 35, Science: 33, Math: 30
Teaching Subjects
Specialist in AP English • U.S./European History • Economics (Micro & Macro) • Psychology • Statistics • Biology • Government & Politics | SAT | ACT | Essay Writing