Nathan Leary
ACT and SAT tutor for high school students
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students |
| Also coaches | Business coach |
| Credentials | Bachelor of Science in Economics, Southern Methodist University; Master of Education student, Southern Methodist University |
Nathan Leary is an ACT and SAT tutor who helps high school students prepare for standardized admissions tests. He teaches algebra and SAT prep at a school with many low-income and immigrant students. He scored a 33 and a 35 on the ACT himself. He has worked with teenagers for ten years, starting with piano lessons at age 13. He is also an MBA applicant studying for the GMAT.
What Nathan helps with
Nathan helps students raise their scores on the ACT and SAT. He also works with students who are learning English.
- Preparing for the ACT
- Preparing for the SAT
- Building test-taking confidence
- Studying for admissions tests while learning English
- Strengthening algebra and math skills
Who Nathan works with
Nathan works with high school students preparing for the ACT or SAT. Much of his daily work is with low-income students. Many of them are learning English. He knows the strategies that help students who did not grow up speaking English at home.
Background and qualifications
Nathan teaches algebra and SAT prep at a school through Teach For America. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a minor in Business Strategy at Southern Methodist University on a full academic scholarship. He is now working on a Master of Education there. He worked as a Management Communication teaching assistant from August 2023 to December 2024. He also coached more than 100 franchisees across the US as a franchise consultant for BAM Corporate. He worked with a Financial Management program at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as well.
Nathan Leary pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one ACT tutoring
- One-on-one SAT tutoring
Nathan Leary reviews
Nathan Leary has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 6 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Nathan scored a 33 and a 35 on the ACT and now teaches students who are learning English.
Best for high school students, including English learners, who want help with the ACT or SAT.
Common questions
How much does Nathan Leary charge?
Coaching with Nathan runs $70 to $130 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Nathan Leary help with?
Nathan Leary helps with preparing for the ACT, preparing for the SAT, building test-taking confidence and studying for admissions tests while learning English.
Does Nathan Leary have reviews?
Nathan Leary has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 6 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Nathan Leary certified?
Nathan Leary lists: Bachelor of Science in Economics, Southern Methodist University; Master of Education student, Southern Methodist University.
Does Nathan Leary work with students who are learning English?
Yes. Many of the students he teaches are learning English, and he specializes in helping them do well on the ACT and SAT.
Which tests does Nathan Leary tutor?
He tutors the ACT and the SAT.
How do I contact Nathan Leary?
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