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Certified Tutor
2+ years
I was accepted to Sidney Kimmel Medical School (class of 2025) on 10/15/20 at Thomas Jefferson University after obtaining my undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Notre Dame in May 2016. With that said, I will dedicate the same quality of care to my students as I would to my future pa...
Thomas Jefferson University
MD
University of Notre Dame
MD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a retired teacher who tutors and writes and who has had decades of success motivating and preparing people for a range of tests and tasks. I also walk/jog 50-plus miles a week, do yoga, and exercise my critical thinking skills regularly. My students since 1979 have ranged from middle school ur...
Yale University
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am an entrepreneurial travel-loving media professional living in New Orleans. I have a Master in Business Administration from Tulane University and I love teaching all sorts of subjects, especially math. In terms of hobbies, you can find me long-distance running, studying data science, exploring ...
Tulane University of Louisiana
MS
Northwestern University
MS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
After serving as an intelligence officer in the Air Force for seven years, I completed a doctoral program in American Literature at UNC-Chapel Hill. Since then, I have edited a literary journal, managed a research center, and published several peer-reviewed articles on American autobiography, fictio...
Princeton University
PhD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a graduate of Duke University( undergrad) where I majored in Philosophy and minored in Theater Studies. During my summers in college, I worked with EducationUSA Nairobi, an advising center for Kenyan students who wish to pursue higher education in the US. When I worked for them, I tutored high ...
Duke University
AB
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Byron
I like helping students. I am very patient. I have experience teaching Calculus classes at the University of Miami. I have done private tutoring for all levels of math up to Calculus, as well as Statistics, Business Math, and Math Finance. I have worked in the actuarial field. I have an undergradua...
University of Miami
MS
Michigan State University
MS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Chhavi
I have helped many students achieve excellent grades in math by focusing on what really matters: building confidence and a clear understanding of concepts. My teaching style is simple I make sure students fully understand the basics, then guide them step by step to solve problems on their own. I e...
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have been tutoring for over 12 years. I have worked with many different students in many different subjects. I've worked as a classroom teacher and instructional content creator, as well. My favorite part of tutoring is knowing that I am making a real difference for my students. I am looking for...
George Mason University
MRE
University of Mary Washington
MRE
Certified Tutor
2+ years
T. Ajewole
My name is Taylor and I am an alumna of the University of Miami. I graduated in 2015 with a B.B.A. in Legal Studies with a minor in Accounting. I graduated in 2019 from San Francisco State University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing. Presently, I am a doctoral student at Indiana University-Bloomin...
San Francisco State University
AM
University of Miami
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
My job as a teacher is to collaborate with a student to overcome a challenge. Do you want to write a term paper? Great! Do you want to learn how to use a semi-colon? Let's do it! I'm on your side. With every lesson, I meet students where they are and together we tailor our lessons to fit their ski...
New York University
MED
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The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test used by independent and private schools to evaluate student readiness for admission. Students in Sarasota typically take the ISEE when applying to private schools in the area, and it assesses verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, and math achievement across elementary, middle, and upper-level versions.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific strengths and weaknesses—whether that's struggling with logic-based verbal reasoning questions or timing on quantitative sections—and create a customized study plan. Unlike classroom settings, you get undivided attention to work through challenging question types at your own pace and receive immediate feedback on your approach.
Many students struggle with the verbal reasoning section, which requires understanding analogies and sentence completions without a large vocabulary—it's more about logic than memorization. Time management is another major challenge, as students must work through multiple sections efficiently. Quantitative reasoning also trips up students who haven't mastered foundational math concepts or who rush through word problems without careful reading.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent tutoring leading up to their test date, though the timeline depends on your starting point and target score. With focused, personalized instruction on weak areas, many students see meaningful score improvements within 4-6 weeks. Starting early allows time to build foundational skills and practice test-taking strategies without last-minute cramming.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to understand your current strengths, weaknesses, and test-taking habits. Varsity Tutors connects you with an expert tutor who will review your goals, discuss which ISEE level you're taking, and create a personalized study plan targeting your specific needs—whether that's building verbal reasoning skills or mastering timing strategies.
Expert tutors working with Varsity Tutors have extensive experience teaching ISEE content and test-taking strategies, often with backgrounds in education or standardized test preparation. They understand the nuances of each ISEE section and know how to help students approach different question types strategically, not just memorize content.
Score improvements vary based on your starting point and effort, but students working with personalized tutors typically see gains of 10-20+ percentile points with consistent practice. The key is identifying exactly which question types and concepts are holding you back, then practicing those areas with targeted strategies—something personalized instruction excels at.
Getting started is simple: connect with Varsity Tutors, share your ISEE goals and test timeline, and you'll be matched with an expert tutor who fits your needs. From there, you'll schedule your first session and begin working through a personalized plan designed to boost your score and build test-taking confidence.
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