My name is Katherine and I am currently an undergraduate studying at Columbia University in the City of New York. I am pre-med as well as studying environmental science at Columbia College. I have experience in tutoring all ages, ranging from elementary school to high school. My strongest subjects are in the maths and sciences, but I also have a lot of experience with reading and writing. ... I believe that all students have their own...
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...I have also proctored students for the FCAT, and am in the process of getting them ready to take the FCAT Reading and FSA Writing. It is a testing world, and the key to success is to learn how to take tests. I also have 15 years of experience with special needs, as my youngest child was born with Down Syndrome. All brains work differently, and not all children learn the same way. I am...
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...was 14 years old. I have worked with all ages from elementary school up through college. Throughout my journey to medical school I have taken an abundance of science classes (biology, biochemistry, general and organic chemistry, as well as physics). During this process I have experimented with different learning and studying styles to help myself excel in each class which has also helped me with students that I tutor. The understanding of different types of...
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...teaching assistant at one of the country's top 10 colleges. I've taught ACT/SAT prep for about 4 years to students at all ends of the academic spectrum: from those working with learning disabilities/accommodations & struggling with timing to those trying to achieve perfect scores. Although I always create individualized plans, I focus on teaching every student the most effective, step-by-step way to approach each question on each section of the test. Beyond test prep, I've...
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...English and Math test prep and Regents prep for a wide range of exams, over the past year, I have worked quite a lot with ISEE, SHSAT, SSAT and Algebra students. From the first diagnostic that I give to my students, I quickly develop a strategy to work with them on to improve their performance, test taking ability and understanding of their weakest areas. I am also a certified personal trainer and believe strongly in...
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Hi, my name is Alyssa. I have been teaching and tutoring for approximately 2 1/2 years. I specialize in Reading, Language Arts, Writing, and standardized test prep. I have three New Jersey teaching certifications. ... While a student's academic ability and effort that they put into schoolwork is based on how much they care about their own education, the type of teacher that they have can make or break their desire to succeed. Whenever I think...
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I am a board-certified, licensed naturopathic doctor. Before becoming a doctor I spent several years tutoring and teaching. I have worked with students of all ages, from 3 year olds learning phonics to graduate students studying histology and physiology. I specialize in general sciences, medical sciences, reading comprehension, literary analysis, and composition. I love working with students of all ages and I love to teach.... I love teaching and I love working with kids. I understand...
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...think through novel arguments on their own. I am passionate about teaching and tutoring because I love seeing students learn to be intellectually independent and think through problems on their own terms by developing their critical thinking skills. I have devoted my life to education because I am passionate about it, and I try to share some of my passion for learning with the students I work with. I tutor all sorts of Standardized Tests,...
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...my goal to help others enjoy learning as much as I have! I first started tutoring in high school, and I've enjoyed helping students from kindergarten age through college work through challenging concepts to gain a better understanding of the material. I'm a strong believer that "hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard". Not all subjects come easy to everyone, but with the right attitude, anything is possible. I hope that through tutoring...
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Hi! My name is Liam, and I am an actor in college. I believe that learning is only possible when the student can tell me how it's done, and not just the other way around. I would love to help you!
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...the upper and middle level SSAT and ISEE entrance exams. I find it very important to ask students what their goals are in regards to tutoring and remind them of when they reach those goals. I also find it essential to discover study/learning methods that best suit students such as visual and audio learning. In my spare time, I love making art. I draw in pencil, colored pencil, and pen and have sold prints and...
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...High School in Westchester County, NY, where I taught English Language Arts for three years and developed a popular creative writing elective, which I also adapted for a pre-college summer enrichment program based out of Cambridge University in England. Fascinated with the learning potential inherent in international experience, I took a professional "gap year," during which time I traveled extensively through Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji, followed by a half year living and teaching...
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...2 years, have traveled internationally competing in debate tournaments, and tutored extensively on campus. I have years of experience teaching students of all ages in different subjects, and I am excited to work with new clients to help them find success! Whether you are looking to score in the 99th percentile or just to get through a challenging course, I would love to help you reach your potential. I look forward to working with you!
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...to an opportunity to help others expand their knowledge and find confidence in academics. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in biology in 2011 from the University of Nevada, Reno. As an undergraduate, I worked as a peer tutor for three years in science, math, and English. During the same time, I was a teaching assistant for an introductory biology course. Since graduation I have worked as a molecular technologist in a genetics based lab, and...
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...these tools for visiting international students. Through Yale's Reach Out Program, Nailah traveled to Jamaica with a group of fellow students to lead community-center workshops for teenagers on health, domestic abuse, economic development and leadership skills. Nailah knows how important education has been in her life, in not only providing her with opportunities to explore the world and think deeply, but also by providing her life-long mentors. Some of the educators that first inspired her...
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...providing solid test-taking strategy. Im a great resource for college admission essays from the Common App, to long and short supplemental essays, to brag sheets and student resumes. As a Teacher and Editor, I help students to analyze content, organize their insights, and express their ideas with language that is original, personal, and correct. As a creative guide, I use humor, pop-culture references, and real-world experience to help young writers draw out their experiences and...
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I have a B.S. in Education and Animal Science/Biotechnology with a Master of Education. I have been working with children since I was a downhill ski instructor in Minnesota during high school. I believe in multiple teaching styles because each student learns differently and requires various tools to be successful in the classroom. All students have the potential to be great, and its my job to help them to reach their goals!
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...Masters of Education in Reading Specialist. I worked in the field of education for 28 years, 13 as a Special Education teacher in the resource classroom in middle school and high school and then 15 years as an Educational Diagnostician. I love to read and to instill the joy of reading in students. When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and curling up with a good book.
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...After Peace Corps I helped launch a technology startup in New York City that partnered with taxi drivers. I absolutely love tutoring and sharing my passion for a variety of subjects including math, history, economics and Spanish! I have extensive experience tutoring all ages, including adults and my approach is collaborative, individualized, and fun. In my free time, you'll find me reading an American History book, running in Prospect Park or finding music with my...
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...tutoring center on campus! In my free time (which is indeed sparse), I like to practice my instrument and read articles. I march in a drum corps over the summer, and a lot of my extra time is dedicated to exceeding in that area of my life. I love connecting to other people who just want to get better at what they do. I'm excited to help more people grow on this platform!
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ISEE- Middle Level Tutoring FAQ
The Independent School Entrance Exam (or ISEE) is a widely accepted exam available in three levels: Upper, Middle, and Lower. Each form of the exam includes multiple-choice questions and an essay question. The number of questions in each section and the amount of time given to finish them is dependent on the level. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an ISEE Middle Level tutor.
The Middle Level is for students who are entering the seventh or eighth grade. Your child will have 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete all five sections of the exam. The sections include Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics Achievement, and the essay.
The Verbal Reasoning section of the exam is made up of sentence completion and synonym questions. Both of these sections are designed to evaluate your child's ability to reason, as well as his or her vocabulary knowledge. There are 40 questions in this section of the exam, and your child will be given 20 minutes to complete said questions. Your child's ISEE Middle Level tutor can work with him or her to determine proficiency in verbal reasoning. The tutor will use this knowledge and his or her experience with the exam to create an individualized learning plan for your child.
The Quantitative Reasoning section of the exam has 37 questions, for which your child will be given 35 minutes. This section is used to determine your child's problem-solving and mathematical thinking skill level. It does not assess the amount or areas of mathematics he or she has learned. To help improve your child's score in this area, your child's tutor will help with test-taking strategies to ensure your child is reading each question thoroughly and carefully, identifying exactly what is being asked before proceeding to an answer. This is one of the more difficult skills for students because it requires critical-thinking skills as opposed to problem identification and rote memorization.
The Mathematics Achievement and Reading Comprehension portions of the exam measure how well your child is able to answer curriculum-based questions that are appropriate for his or her grade level. The Reading Comprehension section has 36 questions, and your child will be given 35 minutes to complete this portion of the exam. Your child will be given 40 minutes to answer the 47 Mathematics Achievement questions.
The final section of the exam is an essay question. Your child will be given a grade-level appropriate prompt that asks a question that is globally applicable and relevant. ISEE does not score this portion of the test. Instead, it is sent to the school or schools designated on the registration form, along with the scores for the rest of the exam. It is also important to note that the exam is only graded on the number of correct answers. There are no penalties associated with giving a wrong answer, so your child's tutor can instruct on how to eliminate options and answer all questions, even if your child is unsure of the correct answer.
The Varsity Tutors live learning platform gives you the ability to schedule your child's private ISEE Middle Level tutoring session when it is most convenient for you and your family. Sessions can be held in person or in an online learning space. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with a private ISEE Middle Level tutor who can help your child prepare for the exam. To connect with a tutor, contact Varsity Tutors today.
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Recent ISEE- Middle Level Tutoring Session Notes
Today the student and I went over two reading sections together. There was a definite improvement from one session to the next; we got four answers wrong on the first one and only one wrong on the second one! I noticed that he tends to automatically jump to one answer and gets stuck on it, ignoring other answers that he didn't take as much time with. I encouraged him to make sure he can find a direct connection between the language in the answer and the wording of the passage. I also made sure to tell him to check that ALL parts of the answer are correct, not just the first half or second half. There was definite improvement from one passage to the next. I gave him more essay and reading work to do for next time.
Light review of geometry concepts involving perimeter, area, and angles. The student seems to remember most of the material fairly well/ picked it up again fairly quickly. We will continue review, in addition to covering ratios next time.
The student did really well today on cross multiplying and division! He has some homework that I am emailing you. Memorize 15 words from the book everyday.
The student and I continued to review math content; we went through algebraic equations and working with variables. He was having some trouble with notation and common formats. He can explain expressions, equations, and order of operations. He has some difficulty with the distributive property, especially with negative signs. This is something that we'll continue to work on but he'll need to do practice on his own as well. It helps when he works step-by-step. He can do a large number of word problems correctly in his head. He's also good at evaluating the quantitative comparison questions. He is a good student and works hard during our sessions. He's good about asking questions when he needs help.
Today we went over the material and lesson plans that we will be covering moving forward pending a tentative mid-January test date. The student worked on completing her summer reading assignment. She will finish that for homework.
We started looking at the ISEE today. The student's mathematics base was fairly weak, so we felt that it was prudent to build her math skills up before starting test prep. First I did an overview of the test format, then we began to examine the verbal section. She is very proficient with her reading, and those skills transferred over well to vocabulary. Our objective is to learn about 20 new vocabulary words each week.
