Top HSPT Tutors serving Manhattan

Ben: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...where I received a B.A. in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology with minors in Global Health & Health Policy and Gender & Sexuality Studies. I have been tutoring since 2006, when I joined a program tutoring with a local middle school. Since then, I have worked with high school and college students in a broad variety of subjects. Although I am passionate about all of the subjects that I teach, I have always been especially interested...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 790

Paula L: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
Loving math and helping others go hand in hand for tutoring. I like the accomplishments when students achieve what they need mathematically and succeed in their courses or with standardized tests as a result.
Education & Certification
St Peters College - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Montclair State University - non degree, Mathematics

Meijing: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...New Brunswick, I am deeply passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals. With a focus on accounting and math, I have been tutoring high school students in these subjects, both in-person at their homes and online through platforms like GoPeer. I am also excited to offer tutoring services for Korean and Chinese languages. My educational background includes pursuing a Bachelor's degree in accounting and math, reflecting my commitment to these fields and my desire...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Jeremy: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...2009, I received my Bachelor of Arts in English having also concentrated in 20th Century art history and Critical Theory, the History of Philosophy, and Buddhist Studies. I tutor literature, grammar, phonetics, essay writing, philosophy, art history, Spanish, and public speaking. I believe that education should foster the mutual development of student and teacher and that the best tools to cultivate such radical, coterminous growth are patience, attention to difference, and respect for detail. Since...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English

Edward: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...City University of New York with a degree in Biotechnology, and Chemistry Research Honors. Since graduation, I have been working as a research fellow in an HIV lab at the National Institutes of Health. Throughout my undergraduate degree, I served as an SAT volunteer tutor for students from low-income communities. I especially liked how the help I offered to these motivated students propelled them to higher scores and great colleges. I have also served as...
Education & Certification
CUNY City College - Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology

Thomas: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...school teacher with experience in English, journalism, economics and global history. I believe that all children can learn and that it is my responsibility to help each student discover which style of learning suits them best. My goal is to help students build stamina—important in an age of increased standardized testing—and provide learning strategies that will help them become life-long independent learners. One of my favorite ways to teach is through the use of questioning—a...
Education & Certification
Ohio State University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Mercy College - Master of Science, English/Adolescent Education

Tim: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...high school at The Collegiate School in NYC, I'm well acquainted with many of the schools in the area. I attended Skidmore College as an undergraduate, where I studied the intersections of philosophy, government, religion, and history. Skidmore was also where I began to gain formal experience working with young students, specifically by working as a Classroom Assistant. After graduating from Skidmore with honors, I began to work on my MA at The New School...
Education & Certification
Skidmore College - Bachelors, Philosophy
The New School for Social Research - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710

Alexander: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...investment in themselves. I encourage a growth mindset; (taking) ownership of material; and feedback which is clear, concise but detailed, and candid but respectful of students' autonomy, dignity, and integrity. I firmly believe that education is critical to human maturity and am passionate about helping my students to see what is at stake - for us as human - in the humanities and social sciences. I specialize in six AP social science & humanities courses:...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Philosophy, Philosophy
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Jason: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...or her own; I certainly have a particularly unusually varied background where I have pursued initially in music (the piano), then liberal arts (linguistic), and eventually health science--I received my DDS degree from NYU and practiced as a general dentist. I strongly believe my learning experience could help any students certainly with the regular academics but also life lesson in general. Until recently, I was teaching a class of about fifteen 5th graders during weekdays...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
NYU College of Dentistry - Doctor of Dental Science, Dentistry

Dana: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...fundamental tool for understanding our world: it can be used to define the symmetry of flowers or to manage global companies. What is so appealing about mathematics is the opportunity of applying it in the physical world. The creativity inherent in crafting and applying mathematical concepts is what inspires me to study it, and to pursue a career in the subject. What initially sparked my interest in mathematics and physics was pi. I sought to...
Education & Certification
CUNY College of Staten Island - Master of Science, Computer Engineering, General
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Master of Science, Computer Science

Kelsey: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...a recent graduate from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. I spent my undergraduate career studying Cell Biology and Neuroscience with a concentration in NeuroPsychology. I also worked at my university as a research assistant and a writing tutor. I am currently applying for masters programs. I love tutoring- it is something that I have done since I was in high school and I am excited to help out some students in need! Feel free...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor in Arts, Cell Biology and Anatomy

Howard: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...student who had aspirations of becoming the next big writer/director, to the middle school math teacher I am now (and loving it). Having taught for twenty years, I have found the one subject that seems to be especially pervasive across the others is math. Thus, I have been able to teach basic math, honors algebra, and higher level math concepts by interspersing history, music, drama, creative arts, sports, literature, and film. An appearance on Who...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Communications
Boston University - Master of Science, Broadcasting
University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher

Melinka: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...with Teaching Certification. I have been in the teaching field for the past 8 years, working mostly with grades 5-12. My passion is teaching everything about the Spanish Language; not only the language itself, but also about the customs and traditions in different Spanish-speaking countries, as they play a big role into the culture of each country. My goal is to help students communicate in the Spanish language, so they can expand their options and...
Education & Certification

Ming: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
I graduated from Columbia University in 2016 with a degree in applied mathematics. I work in finance now but have always had a passion for tutoring peers. I've been tutoring for standardized tests such as the SATs, AP subject tests, and ACTs since high school.
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Applied Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780

Richard: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
I am a graduate of the University of Toronto, Reichman University, and Western Governors University. I have been teaching children, youth, and adults in various academic settings since 2008. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style is that of open discourse and conversation, actively involving students in their own learning journey by connecting lesson material to their own interests and hobbies. I specialize in homework assistance and exam preparation.
Education & Certification
University of Toronto - Bachelor in Arts, Criminology
University of Toronto - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
Reichman University - Master of Arts, Security System Technology
Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Jonathan: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
I have consistently held an "A" average in math all my life, and I am currently a student at Worcester Polytechnic Institute where I'm studying to become an Actuary. My main goal with tutoring, is I want to help my clients achieve all of their mathematical goals to the best of my abilities.
Education & Certification
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science

Rod: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...a focus on Strategy. My Bachelor's Degree is from Chiba University with a major in Electronics Engineering. I have a deep appreciation of theoretical concepts and their practical applications that is why I was able to quickly apply these two bodies of knowledge to real life situations in various industries. Furthermore, over the years I was also able to mentor individuals from different backgrounds and ages; i.e. classmates, referrals and colleagues helping them achieve their...
Education & Certification
Chiba University - Bachelors, Engineering
Temple University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Stacy: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...I received my B.S. in Mass Communications, and earned my M.S. from Pace University where I studied publishing. Everyone has a story to tell and some people feel they cannot express it in words. However, with patience, organization, and practice, they can become better at doing so. I have worked at a newspaper and also do medical editing. I have helped young and adult students become better writers and readers. As a result, they have...
Education & Certification
Emerson College - Bachelors, Mass Communications
Pace University-New York - Masters, Publishing

John William: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...Middlebury I double majored in Economics and History and minored in Spanish. Since graduating over four years ago, I have held two very different jobs! Directly after graduating, I served as a Youth Developement Peace Corps Volunteer in Peru. For two years I lived with a host family in the Andes Mountains and developed sustainable programs in preventative healthcare and education! After Peace Corps I helped launch a technology startup in New York City that...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics, History
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 163

Emma: Manhattan HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...I majored in Neurobiology with a minor in Economics. I particularly enjoy tutoring for the SAT and other standardized tests, because I believe that with enough practice and some solid test-taking strategies, anyone can master these. As a former Division I runner, I've learned the importance of persistence and hard work, and I love sharing these values with my students and helping them to make significant gains. Outside of tutoring, I work as a scientist...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelors, Neurobiology major, Economics minor
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 34
Private HSPT Tutoring in Manhattan, NY
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Manhattan HSPT Tutoring FAQ
Students aiming for private school do not avoid the academic challenges their public counterparts face. Your child could have to score well on the High School Placement Test (HSPT) for consideration by administrators. While there's no nationally standardized scoring, the exam tests your 8th grader's language, math quantitative, reading, and verbal skills. Those taking the test aim to get as close to an 800 as they can, but understanding all the content and the format of the exam is tough. The educational directors at Varsity Tutors could help your child connect with an independent tutor in Manhattan, NY, who can assist you in understanding the HSPT.
Preparing for private or parochial school can take up a lot of time. A tutor who has taken the HSPT before, and is an expert at teaching it, can both save time and work around your child's schedule. They can meet after school and when no activities are in the way, at your student's home, library, park, or other convenient location. Tutors are also open to face-to-face meetings on the web, using a live learning platform that is designed to optimize HSPT instruction and preparation.
Are prep classes not doing the job? Let us help your student find HSPT tutoring in Manhattan, to help them prepare for the test. A tutor can immediately identify your student's strengths and weaknesses. Any areas of confusion will be targeted during personalized lessons. A custom study plan will include relevant materials that pertain to your child's needs. Also, different teaching methods can be used to build their understanding of tough concepts.
The HSPT includes arithmetic, algebra, geometry, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and other subjects that your student may struggle with. It may be specific topics or broader subject areas, but the tutor can work with your child no matter what the issue is. An effective way to prepare for the exam may be all that's needed. Your child may just need a confidence boost, knowing what to expect. A tutor can provide as many practice tests as needed. To get started, contact one of our educational directors to connect your student with HSPT tutors in Manhattan.
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