Top HSPT Tutors serving Seattle
Rachel: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...student will not necessarily work for the next student, and so it is essential as a tutor to be able to explain the same concept in a variety of different ways and to be able to determine when a student has fully grasped the concept. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and pets, working on creative activities such as drawing and writing, and traveling whenever I have the opportunity.... During my first...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 790
Leo: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...a musician. I have been working in education over 15 years; I love working with people and helping them grow intellectually and personally. My main areas of focus are: psychology, history, philosophy, and writing. I have a master's degree in history and a master's degree in psychology. As a tutor, I do my best to be: patient, understanding, creative, and hardworking. Each student is unique and thus arrives with his or her own set of...
Education & Certification
Loyola Marymount University - Bachelors, Humanities
Seattle University - Masters, Psychology
Philip: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...for seven years. I enjoy tutoring Math of all levels up to Pre-Calculus, as well as SAT (both Math and Verbal), Language skills, and History/Government. Having taught at both a small private school and large urban public schools, I have broad experience with different learning styles, backgrounds, and abilities. I find it highly rewarding to help students and guide their progress toward mastering. If something is taught correctly, students will enjoy learning it!
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Oregon - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760
LSAT: 169
Jeffrey: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...University of Washington. As a tutor, I believe that test preparation is a solvable problem, and I am excited about using my solutions to help students achieve their goals. Preparing for a standardized test can feel overwhelming. But you really can be prepared. Careful, concept-oriented preparation can help ensure that students don't run into anything radically new on exam day. My preparation strategy aims to give students the instruction they need to recognize as many...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Marjorie: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime." Finding how you learn best is key to becoming a successful student. I want to work with you with a wide variety of examples and approaches so that we find what works for you. Helping you become overall a better student is my mission! I am aware of and practice a wide variety of approaches to different math...
Education & Certification
Pacific Lutheran University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 750
Amanda: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...I love traveling and have visited over 25 different countries and am particularly interested in the ways that writing and culture have symbiotically shaped human history. As a college graduate and an alumna of a Seattle private school, I have personally experienced the pressures and difficulties facing most high school students. I love learning in any form and have taken the PSAT, ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Tests, so I understand the difficulty...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 36
Nikki: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...Magic School Bus and the Bill Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe, and a lot about life in rural communities. In my spare time I enjoy playing harp and guitar, learning...
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
Akarsha: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...works and does not work when it comes to teaching techniques and tailor my approach to best help my student learn. Additionally, I've seen that asking questions and guiding my students to the answer helps them retain more information than simply telling them what the correct answer is at the start. Overall, my goal with each student is to have them understand the concepts of whichever subject they need help, so that they can better...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Neurobiology
ACT Composite: 31
Steven: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...Sound Region and currently hold a Washington State Teaching Certificate as well as working towards a National Board Certification. My passion lies in building foundations for students, regardless of their station of understanding, so that they have the confidence and drive to accelerate their achievement. Every child deserves access to an equitable education and as an educator, I strive to provide quality support to every student. Above all, learning should be fun! I believe it...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Allison: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...ways. I love helping kids be successful in school, and I cannot wait to tutor you today. I can provide homework help, review, teach you a new subject, or get you ready for a test. My Special Education background will help me gauge our starting point and set realistic goals for where we need to go and how we are going to get there in the most efficient manner. I can't wait to get started...
Education & Certification
City University of Seattle - Bachelors, Education
Anna: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...given me the opportunity to work with students from low-income backgrounds, students with learning disabilities, English Language Learners as well as students from a range of racial/ethnic identities. I strongly believe in every students' ability to learn new and challenging concepts. I have a knack for presenting information in ways that resonate with students and that students can understand. I take pride in my ability to make learning fun and rewarding -- even when it...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Politics
Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Education Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
Laura: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...elementary and junior high school students (5th through 9th grades). Additionally, I operated my own English conversation school, in which I taught small group and private lessons for children and adults. For the last 6 years, I've been teaching at Shoreline Community College where I've taught English for academic purposes for international students, as well as ESL courses (all skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening/speaking) for students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. I have...
Education & Certification
California State University-Sacramento - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Humboldt State University - Master of Arts, English Composition
Allegra: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...after school tutoring program. I particularly enjoyed tutoring. Many of the children were struggling with their reading and grammar skills. Having always been an avid reader, it was very gratifying to assist them discovering the joy in reading. I loved watching an 'ah ha' moment when a perplexing grammar rule finally clicked. For the past 3 years I have been tutoring English with Chinese children on line. This has been a perfect fit for me....
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Social Work
University of Washington - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Miranda: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...I did my undergrad at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. I've loved science since I was a little kid (I was that weird girl playing with dirt and rocks during recess). I did what I like to call the "Nerd Trifecta" in high school: math team, knowledge bowl, and science olympiad. I've tutored since I was in middle school, and I love finding an explanation or analogy to help someone else really grasp a...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry and Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800
Nathan: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...teach others. I want to help bring up more students to be successful. I believe that every student is able to reach great heights. I just want to be a catalyst for students to achieve their goals. I will put in the work, so my students will thrive, and I will celebrate their success. My expertise is in math and science tutoring, specifically chemistry. Furthermore, I have a lot of experience in standardized tests, from...
Education & Certification
The Ohio State University - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Engineering
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master of Science, Environmental Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Rina: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...enjoyable and effective when content is connected with examples of application. Finding funny, memorable ways to apply course content is my favorite way to internalize the material. I view learning as equipping myself with different tools to better understand the world. With this attitude, studying became truly exciting for me, and making education more accessible and fueling curiosity have become my passions. In my free time, I like to indulge in my hobbies: reading, cooking,...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
SAT Math: 770
Aimee: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...Vocal) - Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education - Elementary Education - Middle School Education - Foundational Mathematics - Foundational Language Arts - Foundational Science - Foundational Social Studies I have experience with various standardized tests, both taking them and coaching students, with a proven track record of score improvement for my students. I have taken the SAT, GRE and several teacher licensure examinations. I have particular experience with coaching students on MAP testing,...
Education & Certification
George Fox University - Bachelor in Arts, Music Theory and Composition
Willamette University - Master of Arts Teaching, Special Education
GRE Quantitative: 157
GRE Verbal: 156
Tami: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...completed my M.Ed. at the University of Washington-Tacoma. I have worked teaching biology, physics and algebra at the high school level, and for the last two years, I have worked as a substitute teacher for middle and high school students for a Pierce County school district. I am Certified by the State of Washington to teach Science at the secondary level and to teach math at the middle school level. I believe in a student...
Education & Certification
Washington State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Washington - Masters in Education, Education
Zoe: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
I am a first grade teacher! I work with students of all abilities in math, reading, writing, science, social studies and more. I have a degree in Early Childhood Special Education and have quite a bit of experience tutoring and students and adults. I know some Spanish and can teach English! I would LOVE to work with you or you student!
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelor of Education, Early Childhood Special Education
Aaron : Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...I have been studying for the GRE (which requires a fair bit of Algebra) and I have some math background as part of my Economics coursework. As an undergraduate, I was a Philosophy major and an Economics minor. I think both disciplines are incredibly important and each has provided me with valuable skillsPhilosophy has taught me how to write well and identify arguments, while Economics has taught me how to think about markets, mathematical models,...
Education & Certification
Lewis & Clark College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Private HSPT Tutoring in Seattle, WA
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Seattle HSPT Tutoring FAQ
Getting into a private or vocational school of choice depends on your child's score on the High School Placement Test (HSPT). If you want to ensure they are prepared, a professional HSPT tutor in Seattle, WA, can create study sessions to try to help your student make the most of their abilities and excel on their exam. Since it tests knowledge and skills in many subjects, adequate preparation is necessary. Your child's tutor will assess their proficiency in language, math, quantitative, reading, and verbal skills, as these are covered in the test's primary sections. Some schools include their own custom section, while optional topics may include mechanical aptitude, science, and Catholic religion, which the rightly chosen tutor could help with.
To connect your child with HSPT tutoring in Seattle, call Varsity Tutors today. The exam is notoriously challenging. It consists of close to 300 questions and, at 2.5 hours, tests your child's endurance to its limits. Start your child off with a tutor well in advance of the spring or fall testing sessions. The tutor will meet at your home or any other location where your child is comfortable learning. Lessons can be during the day, in the evening, or on a weekend, and the week-to-week scheduling is flexible. Your student's tutor can meet also face-to-face online, with a live learning platform designed to foster remote test prep and instruction.
Varsity Tutors could help you find a professional HSPT tutor in Seattle who can offer your student engaging study sessions and potentially make the most use of their time. This independent instructor has taught, or even taken, the HSPT before. They can assess your child's strengths and weaknesses, craft a custom study plan, and track their progress to strive to ensure your student could be ready come test day.
Does your child have gaps in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or even reading comprehension skills? Not to worry. Their tutor can apply teaching methods that may no have been used before, and work at your child's pace, rather than have a classroom teacher breeze past a topic they haven't understood yet. Soon, you'll see your student's abilities and confidence build.
Personalized HSPT instruction in Seattle, WA, will allow your child to develop a rapport with their tutor, which facilitates the learning process. This further helps to ingrain knowledge. Your child may also start to believe they can succeed. By skipping the "one-size fits all" approach of many classrooms, your student's tutor will cater to their exact needs and maximize the chances of reaching their test goals.
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