Elite Coaching for Ambitious Students
Aric Diamond
I’m Aric Diamond, founder of Southbluff Tutoring Co. and a former AP English teacher at one of the nation’s top all-boys prep schools.
With nearly a decade of experience and an M.A. in English from UCLA, I’ve helped hundreds of students earn admission top schools all across the country, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Notre Dame, and Hillsdale. I’ve accomplished this not by chasing trends or handing out shortcuts, but through focused, personalized coaching that gets real results.
I specialize in college essays, SAT/ACT prep, and AP coursework, especially for ambitious students who are striving for top scores. I work best with families who value excellence and students who are ready to be challenged. If your teen has the drive, I’ll help them channel it, building them the skills, confidence, and clarity they need to succeed.
Our Services
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Struggling with AP English essays or not sure how to prep for the exam? I know how to help.
With over five years of experience teaching both AP Lang and AP Lit, I can show you exactly what the College Board is looking for and help you write winning essays that will impress teachers and AP readers alike.
My students don’t just pass; they consistently score far above the state average by significant margins.
If your teen needs sharper analysis, cleaner writing, and a real shot at earning a 4 or 5, I’ll help them get there.
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Worried your teen’s SAT score isn’t where it needs to be? I can help fix that — fast!
With proven grammar hacks, strategic reading drills, and a study method built to cut through confusion, I train students to master the test, not just survive it.
Many of my students see 100+ point jumps in just a few weeks because I know how to focus on what actually moves the score.
If college admissions are on the line, I’ll help your teen close the gap with clarity, confidence, and results.
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Worried your teen’s ACT score is holding them back? A few weeks of expert coaching can make all of the difference.
With a targeted focus on English, Reading, and Science, I have helped countless students gain 6+ points on their overall score through high-impact strategies, precision timing drills, and the kind of expert feedback that actually sticks.
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We all know that college essays can make or break an application; with each passing year, writing a winning personal statement has only become more important to college admissions.
Over the past five years, I’ve helped over 300 students navigate the admissions process, with acceptances to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, UCLA, and more.
The difference? I don’t let my students submit bland, forgettable drafts. Instead, I help them turn average writing into sharp, memorable essays that admissions officers can’t help but admire.
If your teen’s essay feels flat or just “okay,” I’ll help them turn it into the kind of story that stands out — and gets them into the school of their dreams!