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Jim

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Jim

PHD, American History
Jim's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade math
6th-12th Grade Reading
10th-12th Grade Writing
College Algebra
Education

Rutgers University (New Brunswick)

PHD, American History

Princeton/Empire State College

Bachelor in Arts, History & Social Theory

Hamilton

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Hamilton

Bachelor of Science, African Studies
Hamilton's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
American Literature
College Level American Literature
Elementary School Reading

With seven years experience as an English and History teacher, I have proofread countless essays and writing prompts. I am a tutor of college entrance essays for local teens, and I also review documents for a local business before they are listed for press release. In addition to these experiences, ...

Education

Tennessee State University

Bachelor of Science, African Studies

Elena

Certified Tutor

Elena

Masters, German
Elena's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational German
German
German 1
German 2

I am very passionate about the German language and culture and I am eager to ignite this passion in others. I began studying German at age 12 in middle school and went on to complete a BA degree at the State University of New York at Oswego. I subsequently completed a Masters degree through Middlebu...

Education

Middlebury College

Masters, German

SUNY College at Oswego

Bachelors, German

Rickey

Certified Tutor

Rickey

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Rickey's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
Arithmetic

I grew up tutoring three of my siblings and their friends in Math throughout Middle and High School. During that time, I also coached swimming and soccer. Over the years, I've learned to show same concepts in multiple ways depending on the person I'm tutoring. And I've built up a considerable tolera...

Education

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Katie

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Katie

Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading
ACT Writing

I received my bachelor's degree from the University of Notre Dame in 2009 and my master's degree from the University of Connecticut in 2013. I have spent the past six years in education: teaching English in Japan for two years, coordinating a mentor program for first year college students, working a...

Education

University of Connecticut

Master of Arts, Higher Education and Student Affaris

University of Notre Dame

Bachelor in Arts, American Studies, Gender Studies

Giulia

Certified Tutor

Giulia

Masters, Business Administration and Management
Giulia's other Tutor Subjects
Conversational Italian
French 1
French 2
French 3

I'm a passionate Italian and French tutor.For my formal education, I started my French language studies (grammar and literature) in the 6th grade and continued on through my college years. I also studied Latin for five years to supplement my skills in both the Italian and French languages.I have a b...

Education

Bocconi University, Milano

Masters, Business Administration and Management

Bocconi University, Milano

Bachelors, Business Administration and Management

Sydney

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Sydney

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Sydney's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Creative Writing
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Writing

I am a graduate of SUNY Purchase college with a BA in Creative Writing with a specialization in poetry. I am super passionate about writing whether creatively or academically. Two of my poems were published by a literary magazine in my Junior year of college. I also completed a 30 page poetry collec...

Education

SUNY at Purchase College

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Karen

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Karen

Bachelor of Science, Science of Nursing
Karen's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Conversational French
Conversational Spanish
Elementary School Math

I was Born in Lima Peru, and moved to California to pursue higher education. Attained a Bachelor in Science of Nursing from CSUSM in Northern San Diego County, CA, and graduated with Honors. Currently a Registered Nurse with a prospect of returning to School for a Nurse Practitioner Degree in Educat...

Education

California State University-San Marcos

Bachelor of Science, Science of Nursing

Muhammad

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Muhammad

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Muhammad's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Arabic
Biology
Cell Biology

I am an undergraduate student majoring in Psychology and pursuing a Medical Doctorate Degree. My specialty specifically lies in the fields of Abnormal Psychology, Psychopharmacology, and Clinical Psychology. I will complete my degree by Fall 2019. I primarily tutor primary and secondary level Psycho...

Education

CUNY Queens College

Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Cheyenne

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Cheyenne

Bachelor in Arts, English
Cheyenne's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Writing
Adult Literacy

I have two degrees: a B.A. in English and a B.F.A. in Creative and Professional Writing. I will be going to graduate school for a degree in English with a specialization in 20-21st century literature. The bulk of my experience is with high school and college aged students. I have years of experience...

Education

Bemidji State University

Bachelor in Arts, English

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test used by independent and private schools to evaluate students applying for admission. Students in Denver take the ISEE when applying to selective private schools in the area, which use the exam to assess reading comprehension, mathematics, vocabulary, and reasoning skills. The test helps schools understand how students perform on standardized measures relative to other applicants, making strong ISEE performance an important part of the admission process.

ISEE preparation focuses specifically on test-taking strategies, question formats, and time management—skills that classroom instruction typically doesn't emphasize. Personalized tutoring for the ISEE allows tutors to identify a student's specific weak areas (whether that's reading inference, word problems, or quantitative reasoning) and target instruction to those gaps. With Denver's 14.4:1 average student-teacher ratio, classroom teachers often don't have time for this kind of individualized diagnostic work, making focused ISEE tutoring particularly valuable for students aiming to perform competitively.

The ISEE has four levels: Primary (grades 2-3), Lower (grades 4-5), Middle (grades 6-7), and Upper (grades 8-11). Your child's level is determined by the grade they'll be entering at the independent school, not their current grade. For example, a current 6th grader applying to 7th grade would take the Middle Level ISEE. When connecting with a tutor, it's important to clarify which level your child needs to prepare for so instruction is properly aligned to the content and difficulty.

Many Denver students struggle with reading comprehension passages that require inference and attention to detail, as well as math word problems that require translating English to equations. The ISEE's quantitative reasoning section is also particularly challenging for students unfamiliar with analogies and logic puzzles. Additionally, time management is a frequent issue—students often know the content but run out of time before completing sections. Personalized tutoring can address these specific obstacles through targeted practice and strategy refinement tailored to each student's needs.

Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of preparation, starting with a diagnostic assessment to identify strengths and weaknesses. Students typically work with a tutor for 1-2 sessions per week, supplemented by practice between sessions. The exact timeline depends on your child's starting level and target score, as well as how much independent practice they're able to complete. Varsity Tutors can help create a personalized prep timeline when you connect with a tutor who can evaluate your child's specific needs.

Denver has several selective independent schools that use the ISEE for admissions, including prominent institutions across the metro area. If you're looking for a list of schools that accept the ISEE in Denver, your first step is to check with your target schools directly or consult the ISEE's school finder tool. Once you know which schools you're applying to and their ISEE requirements, a tutor can tailor preparation to align with those specific schools' expectations and competitiveness levels.

Yes. Research on personalized 1-on-1 instruction shows significant gains when tutoring targets specific skill gaps rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. For the ISEE, this means a tutor can focus intensively on your child's weakest areas—whether that's geometry, reading inference, or pacing—rather than spending time on concepts they already understand. Many students see measurable score improvements of 5-15 percentile points when working with an experienced ISEE tutor over an 8-12 week period, particularly when they're committed to practice outside of tutoring sessions as well.

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