ELITE PRIVATE TUTORING · ONLINE · NATIONWIDE

The tutor your student
actually looks forward
to seeing.

Pasadena · Los Angeles · Online Globally

From test anxiety to acceptance letters --
we help get your child there.

We match students with vetted, credentialed educators who fit their personality, learning style, and goals — not just their schedule. One-on-one. Online. Grades 2–12+.

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One-on-one | In-Person and Online | Grades 2-12+

Expert private tutors available online from the comfort of your home. Select options may also be available in New York City and Los Angeles, Burbank, and Glendale California.

Elite Online Tutoring & Test Prep by Kate’s Tutoring in Pasadena, serving Glendale, Burbank & Los Angeles.

Increase Scores On Tests Like The ACT, SAT, and ISEE

Work With A Dedicated Tutor To Unlock Success

Open Doors To Your Child's Future

Online Tutoring for Students Nationwide

Families Come to Us When…

Grades have slipped & confidence has gone with them.

Test prep feels overwhelming or poorly timed.

A good student isn't performing to their potential.

Parents are tired of managing schedules and follow-ups.

Kate’s Tutoring is a great fit if:

✔ Your child needs personalized attention and/or a small group setting
✔ You value long term, consistent support over last minute cram sessions
✔ You want a long-term academic partner who can adapt to learning styles, anxieties, and confidence issues

✔ You want clear communication and a professional, organized process

We may not be the best fit if:

✘ You’re looking for the cheapest option available
✘ You want guaranteed results without student effort or consistency

✘ You prefer large group classes or pre‑recorded content

We’re selective on purpose—because fit matters.

What families say.

★★★★★ on Yelp · 5.0 on Google

ALL TESTIMONIALS →

ACT Prep · First Attempt

"Kate helped my daughter achieve a 33 on her ACT on the first attempt. She knows these tests inside and out and provided great strategies for the individual challenges my daughter faced. One-on-one tutoring with Kate made all the difference."

LUCY H. — PARENT, GLENDALE CA

YEARS OF SUPPORT

"Our family has been working with Kate for years. Our son scored in the 30s on his ACT and got accepted to a top-tier school. We feel so lucky to have found someone as versatile as Kate."

K.R. — PARENT, GLENDALE CA

ISEE · HSPT

"My son, who is shy and reserved, clicked right away with Kate. His scores on both the ISEE and HSPT were excellent. Kate gets results."

DANIEL T. — PARENT, BURBANK CA

CONFIDENCE

"Our daughter's confidence completely changed. The score improvement was real, but the reduction in stress mattered just as much."

7TH GRADE PARENT, PASADENA CA

STUDENT VOICE

"Kate is teaching me this thing — when you don't know something, you just keep writing. You don't stop. And that's when it comes to you. She's right. It does. I like Kate."

STUDENT, BURBANK CA

RELOCATION

"My 6th graders were struggling after we moved from another state. Five months later, both feel way more confident AND their grades have improved. It really took a lot of pressure off mom and dad."

REBECCA A. — PARENT, (FORMERLY) CHICAGO IL

TYPICAL STUDENT RESULTS

We match a select group of high-achieving educators with students who value mastery. While outcomes depend on starting points and consistency, our focus is singular: measurable progress toward your highest academic goals.

+150

SAT Score Increase

ACT Score Increase

+2.1

GPA Increase

ISEE Stanine Increase

5 ★ RATED

California-certified. Background-checked tutors.
Less than 5% of applicants make our team.

THE PROCESS

How We Work

Consult

Tell us about your student — goals, struggles, and schedule.

Match

Kate personally selects the right tutor for your student's personality and needs.

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Succeed

Personalized sessions that build real, measurable progress.

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OUR SERVICES

What We Offer

Academic Tutoring

Dedicated Academic Tutoring

Turn academic struggle into academic edge. We help students navigate the rigors of reading, writing, STEM, and history by building the executive functioning skills and subject mastery needed for long-term success.

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[ Math ] [ English ] [ Science ]

[ History & Social Studies ]

Executive Function Coaching

Systems for Academic and Personal Agency

For students who possess the ability but struggle with the process. We provide specialized mentorship focused on task initiation, cognitive flexibility, and time management—building the sustainable habits required for success in university and beyond.

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Test Prep

Strategic Prep for High-Stakes Milestones

Go beyond memorization. We equip students with the pacing, logic, and confidence needed to master the ISEE, SSAT, SAT, and ACT. Our approach prioritizes long-term strategy over short-term cramming to deliver results that open doors.

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[ SAT & ACT ] [ ISEE/SSAT/HSPT ]

[ APs ] [ GRE ]

Semi-Private Tutoring

Collaborative Learning with Target-Specific Focus

Achieve elite results in a dynamic, small-group setting. These sessions are designed for students who thrive on peer engagement or wish to tackle specific test-prep goals alongside a partner, offering the same expert mentorship with an added layer of collaborative synergy.

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Admissions Counseling

Expert Guidance for Your Student’s Next Chapter

Navigate the complexity of private school and college applications with a clear roadmap. From authentic personal statements to strategic school selection, we help students stand out in a competitive landscape by telling their unique story.

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[ College ] [ Private Schools ]

College & Adult

Advanced Support for Higher Education & Beyond

Refine your academic edge at the university and professional levels. We provide specialized guidance for undergraduate coursework, thesis development, and graduate-level entrance exams (GRE/LSAT). Our focus is on high-level analysis and the sophisticated communication skills required in elite academic environments.

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OUR TEAM

Not a tutor mill.
A curated team.

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Our tutors are carefully vetted for both expertise and teaching ability.

Advanced degrees and subject‑matter mastery
Background‑checked and professionally trained
Chosen for clarity, patience, and adaptability

Every match is made by Kate personally, based on your student's personality, not just their subject needs.

Founded by Kate Hackett. Boston University, cum laude · CA Teaching Commission #120563373

15+ years tutoring experience. California-certified teacher and mandated reporter. Personally vets and matches every student on our roster. Specializes in SAT, ACT, ISEE, English, History, and college admissions.