The Kaplan Pedigree
15 Years of Elite-Level Experience
"Paul is not just a trainer; he is a mentor who teaches with both compassion and 15 years of elite-level experience. His students consistently praise his ability to make complex topics accessible and engaging."
— Rebecca Lui, Vice President, Kaplan HK
Public Speaking and Advocacy
Frequently invited by EducationUSA (a U.S. Department of State network) to advise students and parents on SAT mastery and U.S. admissions strategies.
Teaching Philosophy
Diagnostics, Personalized Roadmap,
and Psychological Fitness
My process begins with a deep-dive diagnostic to identify not just what a student got wrong, but why. We don't just review content; we deconstruct the student's thinking to eliminate recurring errors at the root.
Next is the personalized roadmap from Foundation (concepts and techniques) to Strategy (sequencing and time management) to Testing (stamina). This ensures that by test day, the student isn't just 'trying their best' - they are executing a strategy they have practiced dozens of times.
Finally, a 1500+ score requires more than just knowing geometry; it requires emotional regulation and mental endurance. Having coached students for 15 years, I emphasize 'Psychological Fitness' - teaching students how to go from low-intensity to high-intensity modes, maintain focus through the whole section, and approach the digital SAT with the calm and confidence of a professional athlete.