SSAT & ISEE English Tutoring
Grades 6–9
Hi, I’m Joanie McMaster. I provide structured English and academic tutoring that helps students turn effort into clear, confident work. I prepare students for the SSAT and ISEE and support both homeschool and classroom learners in strengthening reading and writing skills.Currently accepting new students.
B.S. | J.D. | TEFL/TESOL Certified
7 years specializing in academic English, homeschool support, and SSAT/ISEE preparation
10+ years of teaching and tutoring experience
4,000+ tutoring hours | 1,354 ratings | 5.0 average
Academic & Test Preparation
Close reading and analytical text study
Writing instruction
Advanced vocabulary development
Test prep: SSAT, ISEE, HSPT, SHSAT, SAT, and ACT
How It Works
In our English tutoring sessions, students stop watching the clock.
Time quietly speeds up, the work pulls them in,
and they’re often surprised when the class is over.
Results Families Have Seen
After eight weeks of twice-weekly sessions, my daughter’s Upper Level SSAT scores rose by 230 points in Verbal and 100 points in Reading. Joanie quickly identified her needs, adjusted the plan week by week and kept her engaged and confident throughout the process.
— Parent, January 2026
Joanie was exceptional to work with, patient, knowledgeable, and highly effective. I feel far more confident in my writing and look forward to continuing our sessions.
— Parent, Indianapolis, September 2024
Contact
[email protected]I respond within 24 hours.