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Westside Tutoring & Testing Services

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I work with all of my students one-on-one and face-to-face, and my students excel. When we part, my students come away with the knowledge and the study/time management skills that will last a lifetime. Please read the testimonials here, on Google, and on my website. Many students struggle with test-taking in general, and others struggle with the difficulties they face as a consequence of online or hybrid learning. Whatever your child needs, I can help. Westside Tutoring & Testing Services has been rated one of the top tutoring and test preparation services in Northern Ohio by CBS Online. Over the last 41 years, I have helped hundreds of students earn top 1-2% (98-99th percentile) scores on the ISEE, SSAT, HSPT, PSAT, PLAN (practice ACT), ACT, SAT (old & new), SAT Subject Tests, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, ASVAB, MCAT, and other high school, college/university, and graduate/professional school admissions examinations, as well as a myriad of work-related proficiency examinations. My “job” is to work myself out of a job. In other words, my “job” is to teach my students how to stand on their own as quickly and effectively as possible. I love what I do and the students I work with. I hesitate to call my job a “calling,” but that's how I feel about it—it’s a calling. I can’t imagine doing anything else with my life. While I routinely work with students who have been diagnosed with learning difficulties, including ADD, ADHD, Asperger's syndrome, dyslexia and related reading difficulties, auditory and visual processing disorders, and many others, I accept all students. I also help students who struggle with test anxiety, study skills-related issues, time management challenges, and the like. The results of our Gifted Students Program and Twice-Exceptional Programs are second-to-none. NOTE: Westside Tutoring & Testing Services is back to face-to-face, one-on-one sessions. That said, for students who require online tutoring, we will continue to offer one-on-one, online test preparation, and academic tutoring via Skype, FaceTime, or Zoom, primarily Zoom. Enrollment is limited, so contact me ASAP. I never take on more than 10-12 students at any one time, but I will do my best to make room for a student who really needs my help. Whatever you decide, let’s talk before you make a final decision. I’m sure you will find your time well-spent. I am proud of my track record and my students' long list of achievements—in and out of the classroom—from Secret Service Agents to teachers, professors, physicians, attorneys, engineers, accountants, CEOs, CFOs, small business people, and many, many more. The success of Westside Tutoring & Testing Services’ academic tutoring and test preparation course students fuels my determination to help even more students succeed. Nothing I do provides greater satisfaction than watching my students succeed, regardless of the student's current level or the subject matter involved. Contact me, John P. J. "Jack" Zajaros, Sr., Ph.D., for a FREE in-person consultation and assessment.
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Leslie L.

Dec 14, 2020

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Professor Z provided my son with outstanding, personal, and professional ACT tutoring services. His score went from a 23 composite to a 31 composite! And- he received a perfect score on the English section! If you are looking to increase your child's score, I highly recommend consulting with Professor Z. His rate is on par with other neighborhood tutoring services. The service pays for itself in the increase in merit awards from the colleges you are likely to receive as a result of the a higher score . My only small critique would be that sometimes communication on billing was not as good as I had hoped, and there was a lot of rescheduling of sessions due to illnesses. But, it all worked out in the end and we were beyond pleased with our son's scores after tutoring.

Details: 11th grade • ACT • Reading • Writing • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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My Dad had a stroke in January of 2020, which set him back a bit, and then COVID-19 hit. The combination of the two threw us all off. It’s almost a year later, and all of our students have received the scores they had hoped for, Early Decision or Early Action admission to the colleges and universities of their dreams, and the vast majority have received sizable merit awards, as well. We are so very grateful for our students’ and their parents understanding while my Dad fought his way back. In the end, he was down for less than 2 weeks, and, while it did impact his ability to work the kind of hours he was used to putting in for a short period of time, he is back to almost 100% of his pre-stroke form. The success of students like Will and so many others has given him the inspiration to keep going, even when his doctors advised against continuing at his current pace. My Dad, Professor Z to “his kids, loves what he does and the children he is fortunate enough to serve. Seeing one student after another admitted to the colleges & universities of their dreams keeps him going. In fact, it keeps us all going! Kayleigh Stewart, Business Manager, Westside Tutoring & Testing Services, Lakewood, Ohio 216-712-7004 (office) & 440-821-7018 (Prof Z’s mobile number).
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Kristen s.

Sep 22, 2015

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I began working with Professor Zajaros this summer after I took the GRE and received an unsatisfactory score from studying on my own. I only had 5 weeks to prepare for retaking the test and Professor Z was able to quickly determine my strengths and weaknesses and come up with an effective, personalized plan to learn as much as possible in a short period of time. Professor Z did everything in his power to make sure that I was as ready as possible for the test and his encouraging words helped calm my nerves. Going into the test for the second time, I felt so much more prepared and confident. I ended up improving my score 9 points from a combined score of 293 to a 302! Professor Z is truly the most dedicated and kindhearted instructor that I’ve ever had. He went above and beyond to not only help me improve my GRE score but he also researched information on Occupational Therapy schools and is helping me write essays for admission into graduate school. My parents are so impressed with him that they plan on using him to help my little sister prepare for the ACT in a couple years. I cannot thank Professor Z enough for all that he has done for me!
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Patrick S.

Nov 14, 2016

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On August 26th, we enrolled our son Patrick at Westside Tutoring for assistance in preparing for the ACT standardized test. He previously scored 27 on the test back in April, with no preparation. So Patrick readily accepted tutoring assistance in order to possibly crack a 30. He began tutoring sessions on August 31st. Approximately 3 sessions per week, 90 minutes each in duration. With the ACT scheduled on October 22nd, I was a bit concerned that this would be enough time to really merit a significant improvement in his score. He's a senior now, so there is no more time to spend on testing. Especially with college admissions opening so early in the school year. It was make or break time. One more shot at the ACT! I'm pleased to report that Patrick scored a 32 composite on his most recent test. A FIVE point improvement! He gives Prof Z all the credit. I agree. I give them both credit. Prof Z for his expertise and guidance, and Patrick for his diligence while also handling a very challenging senior schedule. It was all worth it! My suggestion to parents is to get the SAT/ACT out of the way during your children's junior year, absolutely. Patrick was very fortunate it worked out for him, as there was so little time. Thank you Prof Z!
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Linda U.

Jun 14, 2020

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Relates well with students and helps to strengthen confidence. Jack is patient and thorough. My daughter has learned a lot and her ability has increased greatly!

Details: 11th grade • ACT • Math • Not yet scheduled • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Andrea H.

Dec 22, 2016

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Prof. Z is very professional, patient and truly cares about the future of his students. My daughter felt so comfortable and very confident each day she left.
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