If you are considering having your student undergo testing to participate in a gifted education program, a TAG course from Varsity Tutors can work with your student to maximize their study time. A TAG course can offer your student resources and instruction to help them prepare effectively. A TAG class works according to your student's needs and abilities.
There are a variety of assessments that assess a student's fitness to participate in gifted education programs. The National Association for Gifted Children advises that several objective and subjective assessments be made. A TAG class can help your student prepare for exams such as those listed below:
Exams to Identify TAG Students
- OLSAT
- NNAT
- SAGES
- CogAT
- Henmon-Nelson
- Raven's Progressive Matrices
- Matrix Analogies Test
A TAG class can work with your student on the sorts of skills and competencies that gifted education exams assess. Below is a list of competencies that your student and the instructor for TAG courses can study together:
Recommended Skills for Gifted and Talented Tests
- Expansive vocabulary for the age group
- Strong reading skills
- Advanced math skills
- Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
TAG classes take place online via our Live Learning Platform. This feature makes your student's TAG prep course easier to attend and more convenient for you. As you seek to give your student effective resources, they can attend their TAG prep class from anywhere with an internet connection. By meeting online, your student can still receive live instruction and interaction in TAG prep courses.
TAG prep classes are centered around one-on-one learning. The instructor for your student's TAG course can tailor the instructional time to your student's particular needs and abilities. Because there is not assigned syllabus for TAG prep classes, the instructor can work with your student on the areas of study that are most relevant to your student's goals and skills. Additionally, the instructor for your student's TAG prep course can pay special attention to your student's learning style. Every student learns in different ways, and through their time together your student's instructor can provide your student with resources that will help your student process the information effectively. For example, if your student needs to improve their reading skills, the instructor for their TAG class can help them learn reading strategies in ways that are suited to their learning style. Additionally, throughout their TAG course sessions, your student can receive live feedback. This feedback can help your student develop effective habits and increase their confidence.
As your student prepares through a TAG prep class, they can also develop their study skills. Being able to make a study plan and execute that plan can help your student maximize their time during their TAG course. In addition to the benefits that good study skills can have on TAG exams, the study habits your student learns in TAG prep courses can positively affect their whole academic career. As there will be many more exams and opportunities for intensive studying in your student's academic future, the ability to make a study plan can help them to pursue future academic goals as well.
As your student prepares for TAG exams, Varsity Tutors offer TAG prep classes to work alongside them. The one-on-one instruction your student receives can help them prepare effectively for TAG exams and future exams as well. If you want your child to experience the flexibility, private tutoring, and content in a TAG course, contact an Educational Consultant over the phone or online today.

Heather: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...test prep, including ACT Reading/Writing, SAT English/Biology, and Nevada state proficiency exams. I am most passionate about teaching psychology, English/writing, reading, and elementary/middle school math. My individual teaching style is flexible, as I feel it is necessary to cater towards a students unique learning style and needs. I believe confidence and self-efficacy play pivotal roles in a students acquisition of knowledge and ability to learn new concepts. I believe it is crucial to provide encouragement,...
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada- Las Vegas - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Masters, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- CLEP
- K-11th Grade Standardized Tests
- ISEE
- +177 subjects

Petra: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...a student at Northwestern University working towards a Bachelors degree in Economics. I have tutored high school and middle school students extensively in a variety of subjects, and specialize in test prep including SAT and AP testing, as well as middle school and high school math. My favorite subject to teach is any kind of test prep because its easy to track how quickly a student is learning, and helps me adjust my teaching style...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Economics
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- Advanced Placement
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- PSAT
- +182 subjects

Abraham: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...constantly pulling all-nighters in preparation for exams? Do you feel like some of your peers seem to know something you don't about how to approach ACT questions? Are you trying to get ahead in your summer courses so that you have more time to enjoy the warm weather? If these, or any other scenario in which you feel like you might need some 1-on-1 tutoring in math, physics, or test prep, I'm your guy! As...
Education & Certification
- The University of Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Statistics
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- COMPASS
- SAT Subject Tests
- A Level
- +133 subjects

Samantha: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...name is Samantha and I am 22 years old. I just graduated from college where I studied to become an elementary school teacher. I am currently certified in New York State to teach children from birth through 6th grade. I am currently going to graduate school to gain additional certifications in Literacy for children from birth through 12th grade. I have always loved learning and working with children. I am excited to take on the...
Education & Certification
- Saint Josephs College - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
- Hofstra University - Masters in Education, Adult Literacy Instructor
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Elementary School Science
- Study Skills
- +18 subjects
Education & Certification
- Hacettepe University - Bachelors, Translation
- Indiana University-Bloomington - PHD, Literacy, Culture, and Language Education
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- ISEE
- TOEFL
- IB Theory of Knowledge
- +25 subjects

Mercedes: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...their age, disability, or current skill gaps! I encourage you to look at my resume, as I have had many experiences within my past 7 years of teaching. In addition to a special education degree, I have additional certifications in the areas of English as a second language and Gifted and Talented education. I have taught grades K-8 in a typical school setting (ELA, MA, Science, Social Skills, etc.) as well as adults learning the...
Education & Certification
- University of Utah - Bachelor of Science, Special Education
- The University of Tennessee - Master of Science, Educational Administration
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- ACT 8-Week Prep Class
- K-11th Grade Standardized Tests
- HSPT
- +98 subjects

Diana: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...myself to be a person of many talents and tastes. I enjoy doing a wide variety of things and have a very diverse background. I was born in Illinois where I began both my academic and military careers (16 years military police). After the military, I returned to school for a Master's and teacher certification in high school science. I decided I could do more and here I am. I am going to school full-time...
Education & Certification
- University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - Bachelor of Science, Physical Anthropology
- University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- ACCUPLACER
- GED
- A Level
- +302 subjects

Sam: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...become stronger over the years. We use mathematical logic to arrive at unassailable truths about the world, algebra in representing mathematical language, and probability to make educated guesses on given occurrences. It goes on and on! Working with math is a fun, unique experience that I enjoy very much. I graduated Binghamton University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Creative Writing. I then went on to Queens College, where I spent many...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelors, English
- CUNY Queens College - Current Grad Student, Mathematics Education
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- CAHSEE
- ISEE
- WISC IV
- +152 subjects

Evan: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...studied Japanese, German, Brazilian Sign Language, and Italian. I would describe my teaching philosophy as friendly but structured. I use lesson plan organization techniques including lesson plan outlines and back-up activities in case a certain activity does not go as planned. I also am familiar with teaching methodologies, learning styles, and how certain methodologies are appropriate for certain learning styles. Outside of Academia I enjoy playing video games, specifically Japanese role playing games (RPGs). I...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- TOPS
- TOEFL
- GED
- +297 subjects

Kristal: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...result of my experience in education, I appreciate the incredible impact that teachers have on the lives of young people. I know that teachers provide knowledge and skills used by young people throughout life. Therefore, as a teacher, my greatest aim is to be a role model. I want to cultivate open minds, the knowledge and ability to look at the world critically, and students' belief in their own capacity to make positive contributions to...
Education & Certification
- Charleston Southern University - Bachelor of Education, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- Florida EOC Assessment
- GED
- K-11th Grade Standardized Tests
- +107 subjects

Emily: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...my Bachelor's degree in Digital & Broadcast Journalism and minor in Speech Communication from the University of Georgia, I spent 3 years as a full-time news producer with NBC 26/ WAGT-TV. During that time, I also received the amazing opportunity to head coach Augusta University's competitive cheerleading team, whom I helped tutor during my spare time outside of the newsroom. It was then that I realized my passion for teaching and became a middle-school Video...
Education & Certification
- University of Georgia - Bachelor in Arts, Broadcast Journalism
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- PSAT
- ISEE
- ASVAB
- +86 subjects

Tricia: GATE/ TAG course instructor
I believe that everyone can learn and that learning should be fun and engaging. I will endeavor to make our tutoring experience fun, engaging and successful by getting to know you and your learning style. We will make personal connections to your learning that will make learning easier and fun!
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- University of Louisville - Master of Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- CogAT
- PSAT
- ACT
- +74 subjects

Hannah: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...a graduate of Brigham Young University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Humanities with an emphasis in Art History. During my time at BYU, I had the opportunity to be a TA. I have graded several student essays and various written assignments. I met with students on a daily basis to discuss upcoming projects, as well as answering questions that they had for the course. I continue to tutor students that need assistance...
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor in Arts, Humanities
- Arizona State University - Current Grad Student, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- ACT
- ACT Reading
- IB Film
- +56 subjects

Morgan: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...from Swarthmore College in 2014 with a double major in political science and psychology. The following year, I worked at a startup in San Fransisco, and last year I moved to NYC to coordinate a federally sponsored neuroscience research project. I have an intense passion for learning, and I enjoy sharing that passion through a wide variety of tutoring subjects. My expertise is primarily in the social sciences, but I'm very good at test taking...
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Psychology, Political Science
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- ACT
- PSAT
- Constitutional Law
- +39 subjects

Susan: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...a joyful, passionate,and fun teacher. I have a BA in French, an MA in Teaching of Writing, and a PhD in Rhetoric. I have been teaching and tutoring writing for 24 years. I am an expert on grammar and mechanics. I can help you develop your thesis, your argument, your paragraphs, your introduction, and your conclusion. I am incredibly good at helping write college application essays. In addition, I can help you find quality research...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, French
- Carnegie Mellon University - PHD, Rhetoric
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- STAAR EOC
- CLEP
- AIMS
- +242 subjects

Ryan: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...History 9 (ancient/medieval), Global History II (modern), The American Civil War, Economics, U. S. History (both 8th and 11th Grade), and a World Today/Current Events elective. This teaching experience has taught me how to meet the needs of a wide variety of student learners, including gifted, ENL, and special education students, as a social studies teacher. Before student teaching, I spent several years studying history at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. I have always...
Education & Certification
- The Catholic University of America - Bachelor in Arts, History
- SUNY at Binghamton - Master of Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- PARCC
- ISEE
- CogAT
- +266 subjects

Angela: GATE/ TAG course instructor
All students CAN learn, the trick is finding how they learn best! That is my passion, to empower and motivate all students to embrace learning! I partner with parents to help them bring academic success to their kids. Smile....results are on the way!
Education & Certification
- University of North Florida - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching
- University of Nebraska at Omaha - Masters in Education, Educational Administration
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- HSPT
- SSAT
- FCAT 2.0
- +35 subjects

Nicole: GATE/ TAG course instructor
...is to help students learn in the best way possible for their individual needs. I adapt my tutoring sessions to fit the unique learning style of each student. I have been tutoring students since 2004 and formally teaching as an adjunct professor for over 3 years. I received my B.A. in Biblical Studies with a concentration in Jewish Studies from Gordon College in 2008. For graduate studies I decided to focus on the History and...
Education & Certification
- Gordon College - Bachelor in Arts, Biblical and Theological Studies: Emphasis in Jewish Studies
- Jerusalem University College - Master of Arts, History and Geography
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +245 subjects

Hannah: GATE/ TAG course instructor
I believe that everyone can learn just in different ways. It is the extra mile that counts when it comes to teaching. It is important as a teacher to understand that every person learns in a different way and that it is important to adapt and modify instruction to best fit each individual
Education & Certification
- Texas AM Corpus Christi - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
- Lamar University - Master of Science, Mental Health Counseling
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- AIMS
- TOPS
- +159 subjects
Education & Certification
- Florida International University - Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Administration and Management
- California University - Doctor of Philosophy, Organizational Leadership
Subject Expertise
- GATE/ TAG
- PSAT
- OLSAT
- TACHS
- +209 subjects