Joan Barickman, founder, and principal of Barickman Tutoring, has been helping students for over 40 years

Picture yourself sitting with Joan, a list of clear objectives in hand, working toward your goal.

If you discover that you need to practice “finding the main idea” to improve reading scores on the SAT or you need to write good “hooks” on your college essay, she has her own original worksheets at hand in the office library. And, you’ll probably have fun, too!

What makes Barickman Tutoring special?

  • thorough evaluations that define individual learning objectives

  • authentic tests

  • an extensive library of original materials on site

  • e-support between sessions

  • documented increases in students’ test scores and class grades

  • pleasant, even joyful, learning experiences

  • a unique combination of support, trust, humor, efficiency, and high achievement

  • Joan’s heartfelt commitment to each student’s success

Tutoring Services

  • High School Entrance Exams

    SSAT
    ISEE
    TACHS
    COOP
    HSPT
    SHSAT
    SCAT

  • College Entrance Exams

    SAT
    SAT II
    ACT
    The College Essay
    GED

  • Graduate Entrance Exams

    GRE
    MCAT
    GMAT
    NY State English Language Arts Regents’ Exam

  • Elementary, Secondary, College English

    Critical Reading
    Critical Writing
    Creative Writing

  • Study Skills/Executive Functions

    Focusing in class
    Studying for tests
    Improving your memory
    Starting and finishing your school work
    Organizing your materials and time

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“Joan is simply the best I have ever seen. I would never consider anyone else for the job.“

– Gary R., Parent, Pound Ridge, NY.

Will I be successful? 

Yes!, if you’re willing to work

In the past year, average score increases were:

  • 2+ points, per section, on the ACT

  • 100+ points, per section, on the SAT

  • 1 full grade point (B to A)/year in class grades

Where is Barickman Tutoring?

Joan’s Global Services: Prep your student anywhere on the globe with Joan’s online services.

You’re close if you live, work, or go to school near:

  • Bedford, Armonk, Katonah, Pound Ridge, South Salem,  Carmel or Mt. Kisco, NY

  • Stamford, New Canaan, or Ridgefield, CT

For a more detailed list, visit our Contact Us page