Top HSPT Tutors serving Tampa

Kim: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...increase their comprehension. As a Writing Teacher, I have given students the tools that they need to love writing, even when they didn't initially like it. My passion for History and my "encyclopedia-like" mind for world events, provides my students with a deeper understanding of history and world events. I care about my students and want to see them succeed. I hold a BA in English, a Masters Degree in Special Education, and a second...
Education & Certification
Marymount Manhattan College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Phoenix - Master of Arts, Education: Special Education

Conrad: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...tutor and founder of an online tutoring business, I specialize in helping students excel in the Language Arts sections of standardized exams, including the SAT, ACT, and HSPT. With over four years of full-time experience and a track record of success, I work with students to build not just content knowledge, but confidence and strategy. I focus on clear explanations, test-specific techniques, and efficient study plans tailored to each student's goals. Many of my students...
Education & Certification
DePaul University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication and Rhetoric
DePaul University - Master of Arts, Rhetoric and Composition

Alexa: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...goals and reach their full potential. I have a wide variety of experience working with students in grades pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, with a lot of that experience being in special education. I have my bachelors degree in elementary education and my masters degree in special education. I also have experiencing tutoring at the college level and especially enjoy tutoring at the college level for test prep and teaching courses. I love tutoring for all...
Education & Certification
Wilmington University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Wilmington University - Master of Arts, Special Education
State Certified Teacher

Mary: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...tutor is extensive. I have tutored for about 10 years in English, Math, and Science in the lower and middle grades. I have extensive experience as an educator in teaching reading to high school students, as well as, coaching for tests. My education is in teaching with a bachelors and master degree from Eastern Michigan University and an Ed Specialist from Capella University in curriculum and instruction. I believe all children can learn given the...
Education & Certification
Eastern Michigan University - Bachelor of Science, Business Education
Capella University - Unknown, Curriculum and Instruction

Sherri: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
I am an avid biology student with degrees in pharmacology, anthropology and writing. I have extensive tutoring and mentoring experience with students from elementary school levels through college. My goal is to inspire my students to become lifelong learners and to excel in their academic and professional endeavors!
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Andrew: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...journal articles, etc. Teaching and informing these individuals, who all had differing levels of education, at the same time was tricky, but I found that I was able to tailor my teaching to the entire audience, so as to ensure that everyone understood what was being discussed. This is both my teaching philosophy and tutoring style. No one teaching style works best for everyone, and I pride myself on ensuring that every tutoring session will...
Education & Certification
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biomedical Sciences
New York Medical College - PHD, Doctor of Medicine

Christy Ann: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...life goals. I like to help students express themselves in their Writing and help them to improve their Critical Reading skills. Public speaking is also a passion since it can be used in many diverse situations and is extremely important in daily life. I have worked with many students on all levels of education and aid them in preparing for standardized tests. In my free time, I like to be in nature, read a good...
Education & Certification

Blakely: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...range of subjects, the work I find to be most rewarding is assisting students with Writing. There is simply no greater pleasure than to see a student realize that they not only have valuable insights, but that they have the power to communicate this knowledge to the world. When not reading or working on my own personal writing projects, I enjoy biking, going for walks with my dog Benji, searching for any and all televised...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, English and Journalism

Howard: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
Knowledge is power. If you need to help better understand the Series 7, 63 or 65 , consider me. My score on the Series 7 was 92.
Education & Certification
Tulane University of Louisiana - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Math: 750

Dionne: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...University of Florida and excited to be a triple Gator soon. I have experience teaching a wide age range from teaching elementary school students to undergraduate students in emergency preparedness, chemistry, math, and writing. I am most passionate about math, the arts, and the humanities and in helping my students realize their potential (anyone can do it!) In my experience helping struggling students, we always have the most fun and success in making our encounters...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
University of Florida - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 32

Dove: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...I do centers around inclusivity, belonging and empowerment for all no matter who they are or where they come from or where they are on life's journey. My call as a critical justice diversity educator and researcher is to make sure that what happens in the schools, in the workplace, in the policy manuals, and the courtrooms reflects a student-centered methodological stance that engenders inclusivity and reaches all learners where they are. Creativity and innovation...
Education & Certification
Old Dominion University - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Curriculum and Instruction

Elizabeth : Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
I am a teacher and a tutor with over 20 years of experience. I have 3 masters' degrees in varying subject areas; education, business, and entrepreneurship. Additionally, I have worked with children of all grade levels; including k-12 and college levels. I enjoy motivating students and helping them reach their fullest potential.
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelor in Arts, Italian
Brenau - Master in Management, Accounting and Business Management

Loren: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
I am a highly experienced and skilled very flexible retired teacher and tutor. I am an energetic, intelligent, communicative, responsible worker! I have over 35 years experience teaching/tutoring students with a variety of Special Needs!
Education & Certification
Sonoma State University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Saint Marys College of California - Certificate, Special Education

Kristin: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...Education. I attended Niagara University for both degrees. I tutor Language Arts/English/Reading for grades 5-12. I can also tutor History/Social Studies/World History Grades 5-12. I currently teach Middle School Language Arts, and work with Middle Schoolers on passing the Language/Reading/Vocabulary portion of the HSPT. I truly enjoy tutoring any subject. I enjoy making connections with my students and make learning interesting!! Before Varsity Tutors, I tutored HSPT prep for three years. I am an avid...
Education & Certification
Niagara University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Niagara University - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher

Mishell: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
I am currently a science teacher with Hillsborough county public schools certified to teach Biology 6-12. I teach high school biology, and anatomy and physiology. I have also taught middle school science grades 6-8. My personal philosophy is that everyone can learn science, and the key to that learning is to make it personal and hands on. Once science is brought to a personal level, it is much easier to understand.... I believe that all students...
Education & Certification
Univresity of Tampa - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Tampa - Master of Arts, Teaching

David: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...must be designed to engage a diverse group of learners. It is my obligation to keep abreast of evolving theories of learning, pedagogical practices, and developments in educational technology, while maintaining the core values of a humane and holistic education. It is imperative that a teacher first be an eager learner, and that he/she has a profound desire to share that enthusiasm for learning, as well a body of knowledge in his/her discipline, with each...
Education & Certification
Rhode Island College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Rhode Island College - Masters in Education, English

Ian: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...philosophy is never that I teach a subject to students, but that I teach students' how to learn about subjects. Putting students first exemplifies the passion that I have for helping individuals succeed at the best levels at which they can. I recognize a student's strengths and capitalize on them with an open-minded approach. Together, the student and I create a dynamic learning environment in which we establish how the student's strengths can be used...
Education & Certification
West Virginia State University - Bachelor of Education, Music Teacher Education
Boston University - Masters in Education, Music Teacher Education
State Certified Teacher

Derek: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...of these affiliations, I am able to work alongside many like-minded, motivationally driven people for the betterment of the Tampa community. College has been a wonderful experience for me and has given me the opportunity to truly understand why I aspire to be a doctor. Prior to college, I always believed that medicine was only about the patient and the doctor. I had assumed that physicians would prescribe or recommend the best treatment for their...
Education & Certification
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Sana Khalid Nasser: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...I know what the students knows, don't know and required to know on any given subject; the goal becomes making their biggest weakness into there greatest strength. This process makes even the most convoluted topics seem less daunting; leads to the best success in the short term and long run. In blending structure with relaxation, I make learning more enjoyable and stress-free. My approach has led to dramatic improvements in grades and writing confidence. I...
Education & Certification
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of South Florida-Main Campus - Master of Arts Teaching, Elementary School Teaching

Jacqueline: Tampa HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tampa, FL
...students! I love to be inspired by various topics and I love to transfer that inspiration by helping students succeed! I have a Masters in Education with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelors of Arts from the University of Maryland University College in Psychology. I was in the U.S. Navy for ten years where I travelled a lot, and I continue to enjoy traveling and exploring new...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-University College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
University of Phoenix-Central Florida Campus - Master of Arts, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Private HSPT Tutoring in Tampa, FL
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Tampa HSPT Tutoring FAQ
The HSPT, or High School Placement Test, is a type of HSEE, or High School Entrance Exam. However, don't let the name of the test fool you into thinking it only determines what classes your child is ready to tackle at their new private school; their score will be taken into consideration when the school administrators decide whether you accept your child into the school at all. This makes preparing for the exam properly very important, and you can get connected with a skilled HSPT tutor in Tampa, FL, who might help your child prepare for it efficiently by contacting Varsity Tutors. Our educational directors will connect your child and you with an experienced HSPT tutor who will be committed to helping your child excel on this important exam!
Even if your child has always earned good grades in public school, it is still important for them to study for the HSPT. It is a lengthy exam (it typically takes about 2.5 hours to complete), and the only exams that your child may have taken so far of that length have been the Florida Standard Assessments. However, your child's classroom teachers likely worked very hard to prepare your child for the FSA, and your child's public school teachers can't help them prepare for the HSPT. We will find you a skilled HSPT tutor in Tampa who will work to try to give the knowledge your child needs to thoroughly understand the HSPT. The test also contains geometry questions, which many eighth graders have not even studied yet in the classroom.
There are several versions of the HSPT, but all contain at least five main sections: language skills, mathematics, quantitative, verbal, and reading. However, every school that administers the test can choose to add up to three additional sections, including science, Catholic religion, and/or mechanical aptitude. The school can also make up their own personalized section that contains any other questions they would like new students to answer.
While this may sound like a lot for your child to prepare for (and it is!) an experienced HSPT tutor in Tampa, FL, can focus only on those issues that your child is struggling with to make their study sessions as efficient as possible. Your tutor will likely start by administering a practice HSPT to your child to see how they score in each section and which specific questions they answered incorrectly. They can then spend most of their time together working on the sections your child scored lowest in and even zooming in on the concepts behind the exact types of questions your child answered incorrectly. Don't worry that tutoring sessions will be difficult to squeeze into your child's busy schedule; your tutor can meet your child at your home or any other place convenient for you, such as a library or park, any time of day or night. Or you can choose to have your child study with their tutor face-to-face online using the Varsity Tutors Live Learning Platform.
An expert HSPT tutor in Tampa could help your child hone their test-taking skills and potentially ace the exam. Along with ensuring your child has the knowledge to score well on the exam, their tutor will give them time-management tips (such as when to skip a question to come back to later), tips and tricks for staying calm under pressure, and other important test-taking tips your child can use to perform their best on every test they take throughout the rest of their educational journey!
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