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ACT

How to boost your composite score 
 when you're not a confident test-taker
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Testimonials

"My tutor Joa was absolutely amazing. I really enjoyed my sessions with her. She's intelligent, kind, patient, and extremely positive. She has this innate ability to break topics down so you understand exactly what she's saying and trying to teach you. She's very easy to talk to and she really listens to you. I can't say enough good things about Joa. I'm thankful for the opportunity and our tutoring time together. What else can I say.....Joa's the BEST!!!!"

Shannon N.

Shannon N.
Student

"I had a wonderful experience working with Joa & Emily! I worked with both of them in specific areas of ACT Test Prep. I loved how we developed personal strategies together, which were extra helpful for test day. They answered my specific ACT Test questions, and they also explained the fundamental skill behind the test question for my full understanding. Joa and Emily were like my number one supporters-they never failed to give me confidence boosters when I needed them!"

Kennedy E.

Kennedy E.
Student

"I worked with Emily during my preparation. I have never been a good test-taker throughout my academic career, but Emily really helped instill the confidence I needed and provided clear-cut explanations on concepts that I struggled most with. She has been the best tutor I have ever had thus far. I highly recommend Emily's services to anyone looking to improve their test scores - she is extremely patient, kind, and encouraging!"

Koy M.

Koy M.
Student
STUDENT STORY

Jared

Where it began

We’ve worked with students just like you and helped them improve their ACT scores to get into their top choice schools. Jared, for example, had a decent score for his English and Reading sections but couldn’t make improvements on his own for the Math and Science sections... until he worked with a JEM expert! Jared was able to build his confidence, motivation, AND composite score, which ultimately helped him go to his #1 dream school (one of the top five in the country), not to mention receive acceptance letters from a number of other great schools!

Jared was shooting for the stars: he wanted to land an acceptance at his “reach school”. He had a strong academic record and a solid GPA, but he was struggling to really crack the ACT on his own. He had a lot of natural aptitude in the English and Reading sections, but Math and Science just weren’t clicking despite his good grades in those subjects.

Jared had participated in an ACT Course at his high school, but found his mind wandering during the lessons he grasped easily, and not able to implement any substantive changes for the sections that were harder. He had tried reading through an ACT prep book, but the practice questions he did weren’t helping him do any better on full-length sections of the test. Because he couldn’t nail all of his sections, Jared’s confidence was shaken and he was struggling with his motivation to keep practicing. He knew he needed to do better on the test, but he just couldn’t seem to make it happen.

Working with us

During our first session, we discussed Jared’s preparation history and reviewed his practice tests. We determined that Jared really struggled with the timing for the Math and Science sections (a common issue for many), and this was interfering with his performance.

We set up one-hour targeted lessons to make sure he understood the content and question types, and we worked on timing drills and strategy to make sure that those sections would become smoother and smoother over time. As our sessions continued, we always checked in to make sure Jared was getting the most value out of our tutorial time together. Jared’s sessions paid off in his practice tests – as he progressed with his tutorials, his practice tests reflected his efforts. We made sure to schedule enough practice tests for him so that by the time Test Day rolled around, there were absolutely no surprises (well, about the ACT, anyway – he did report that another test taker tried to take out a tuna fish sandwich for a snack at one point, but that’s another story...).

ACT preparation doesn’t have to be something you dread! 

When you work with a JEM expert, you’re working with someone who has over 10 years of experience in teaching people how to achieve their test goals, and not only that, but also in making it a little bit fun!

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Common Challenges

The students we've worked with have struggled with the full range of difficulties associated with ACT test preparation.

Content: English, math, reading, science, writing -- the ACT covers a lot of ground, and it can feel like a lot if you’re trying to cram the details!

Strategy: how to approach each question type so that your skills can shine through!

Timing: sometimes the clock ticking down gets under your skin and you just can’t focus -- but we can help desensitize the timing pressure so you’re good to go!

Organization: preparation and materials can be overwhelming -- we help you understand what to focus on.

Confidence: even the strongest students can suffer from a lack of confidence, but when you work with a test prep expert, you have someone who knows you and your strengths cheering you on and giving you tangible tips to stay on an upward trajectory!

Motivation: how to break through those slumps where you’d rather do anything besides test prep!

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Private Tutorials

The first step towards taking charge of your studies!
Let's look at what you can do with your hours.
Start with a thorough assessment of strengths and challenges and organize a personalized game plan.

Cody

Work on challenging content areas, keeping an eye out for strategy and confidence-building opportunities.

Elaine

We’ll keep working on content areas, practicing timing and strategy, and start addressing motivation as needed.

Jimmy

Each hour is a power-packed session with a test prep expert.  Our experts have over 10 years of experience helping students in exactly your position, and that experience means you’ll have the best help available to achieve your goals.

Everything is customized to you

English

Math

Reading

Science

Writing

Timing

Strategy

Tips

Confidence

For added value, we have a free BONUS!

When you work with JEM Achievement experts for 12 or more hours, you’ll receive an Admissions Strategy Session, valued at $275 but yours for free.  An Admissions Strategy Session is a full hour of time with one of our Admissions Specialists to review your applicant profile and plan a timeline for your application process.  We’ll help you feel empowered and in control of your applications, setting you up for success!

We can’t wait to meet you and get started on achieving your goals!

PRICING

Private Tutorial Packages

A la carte hours available at a rate of $125/hour for up to 12 hours, and $115/hour thereafter.
Starter
6 hours

Total Cost $750 $125 /hour
Most Popular
Comprehensive
12 hours
Bonus Included!
Total Cost $1,380 $115 /hour
Advanced
24 hours
Bonus Included!
Total Cost $2,760 $115 /hour

Meet the Experts

Joa

Emily

We (Joa and Emily) met while working for Big Test Prep companies and knew there was a better, more personalized way to provide digital test prep and admissions consulting services. Thus, JEM Achievement was born: tailored and flexible support available online, no matter where you are. JEM empowers students in pursuit of advanced education through curated courses, private tutoring, and strategic coaching. We strive to have a hand in developing future leaders within their communities, instilling a solid set of values to be carried forward.

We have worked with hundreds of ACT, SAT, and undergraduate admissions students over the course of our 10+ year careers in private education and know how stressful test preparation can be. With classes, extracurriculars, and life, we realize that test prep courses are difficult to add into the mix, but we also know that they are an extremely important piece of the admissions puzzle. We also realize that you don’t always know if you’re paired up with an instructor who is a good fit for you.

Both of us have compatible styles with sometimes different perspectives and strengths, which is why we make such a great team! When you work with one of us, you can be sure that you’re still getting the other because we are in constant communication behind the scenes, strategizing ways to bring out the best in your abilities. We have worked with students from all over the world from a variety of backgrounds and with a range of goals. You can be sure with us that you’ll receive honest advice and work with people who care about you as an individual. We know what achievement can do for self-confidence, and we want you to find success!

FAQs

Where do my Private Tutorial sessions take place and what kind of program will we use?
Our sessions will be online: we know you’ve got a full schedule, and we have clients all over the world. We’re accessible no matter where you are and what else you’ve got going on! We are happy to meet you via WebEx or Adobe Connect, both of which have screen sharing and whiteboards. Neither of these platforms will cost anything for you -- all you need is a bit of time to get set up to understand how the platform works, and then you’re ready to rock!
Can I access my sessions on my phone or tablet instead of my computer?
Technically yes! However, we recommend that you use a laptop or desktop computer to participate in your Private Tutorial sessions in order to get the most value out of the instruction offered.
Do the Private Tutorial sessions include any materials?
When you work with one of our test prep experts, you’ll get personalized recommendations for the best test prep materials on the market for your particular situation. During our initial consultation with you, we’ll find out whether you have any materials already, discuss the areas in which you’d like to make the most improvements, and suggest the best materials for you to purchase for our sessions.
Who are the Private Tutorials designed for?
We have specifically designed the Private Tutorial sessions for students in high school who need a thoughtful guide through the process of preparing for the ACT. We help students who need to boost their composite scores, but do not feel confident about being able to do it by themselves.
Who are the Private Tutorials NOT designed for?
If you already feel quite confident in your test-taking ability and are scoring in the range required for your college and university applications, our service may not be a best fit for you since you’re right where you need to be already!
How many hours should I sign up for?
The minimum number of hours we typically recommend is 12 -- this can be divided into 12 one-hour sessions, or 8 hour-and-a-half sessions. This is typically enough time to do either a deep dive on up to 2 sections with a high level overview of the remaining sections or a review of all sections of the test. If you suspect you may need a deep dive on all sections of the test, we typically recommend 24 hours of tutorial time. We’d be very happy to talk about the specifics of your situation and give you a personalized recommendation! Please click here to contact us.
How does scheduling work?
During our initial consultation with you, we’ll discuss a general outline of availability to make sure scheduling is a smooth process. Then you and your test prep expert will schedule directly with each other, deciding when and how often you’ll meet. Once sessions are confirmed, you’ll receive a Google Calendar Invite via email with information about the focus of the session and any other relevant links!
How do I get started with my Private Tutorials for ACT Preparation?
So glad you asked -- click below!
PRICING

Private Tutorial Packages

A la carte hours available at a rate of $125/hour for up to 12 hours, and $115/hour thereafter.
Starter
6 hours

Total Cost $750 $125 /hour
Most Popular
Comprehensive
12 hours
Bonus Included!
Total Cost $1,380 $115 /hour
Advanced
24 hours
Bonus Included!
Total Cost $2,760 $115 /hour

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