
Kaan: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...helping kids with any problem related to Math and science. After focusing on my own academic career in college, I came back into tutoring with almost 4 more years of studying under my belt ready to get kids to want to learn. I pride myself getting students to be as confident in their answers, as I am in mine. My area of expertise ranges from algebra to physics to test prep and even basic Spanish....
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Electrical Engineering

Julie: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...way. I know certain books have changed my life and I hope to instill the same passion I have for the written word within all my students! I have been teaching both high school and middle school in Philadelphia for the past five years. I have taught reading intervention and seen many of my students make enormous gains. I am in the process of being certified in the Wilson System of reading, which is a...
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Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education

Reshad: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...senior at Queens College majoring in Urban Studies. I am writing a thesis on South Asians living in New York City. I have spent the last two semesters mentoring kids from a local shelter every Saturday during the school year. My specialties are SAT prep, SHSAT Prep, English and Social Studies. As a tutor, I am persistent and creative in my teaching techniques. I will explore every option to teach students the material.
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CUNY Queens College - Current Undergrad, Urban Studies

Lucy: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...Center. I know that students learn best when they are organized, motivated, and interested in the subject matter. I support my students by helping them to plan out manageable study schedules, consistently providing positive encouragement, and finding creative ways to explain difficult concepts through examples, illustrations, and analogies. Through my great amount of teaching experience, I have worked with a diverse array of students and enjoy supporting all types of individuals with their many learning...
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New York University - Bachelors, Global Public Health/Science

Juliet: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...classroom teacher. I have especially enjoyed teaching ACT preparation classes because students would often return after the semester and share their exciting news about meeting their score goals. Since I earned my Master’s in Education from Lesley University, I have developed a whole repertoire of strategies for delivering differentiated instruction that meets the individual needs of my students. A student-centered approach is imperative when working one-on-one with individuals. English, literature, and writing are the three...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
Lesley University - Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction

Seth: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...and I have worked with basic reading and math skills with New American elementary students in Vermont. During my junior year of college, I spent several months in Cuba, where I tutored both elementary school students and adults in English. Helping students understand new concepts is one of the great pleasures in life. I am committed to seeing all my students succeed, and I look forward to helping you meet your academic goals!
Education & Certification
Connecticut College - Bachelors, International Relations
Towson University - Current Grad Student, Master's of Arts in Teaching- Secondary Social Studies

Shira: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...years of experience working with students from the junior high to collegiate level and would love to use my experience and expertise to help students master new concepts and skills. I would characterize my tutoring style as positive and persistent, but above all, I like to tailor my approach to best suit the needs and learning style of each individual student. My specialties are test prep (AP/SAT/ACT/SSAT) and science subjects, including biology, chemistry, and physics....
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Brandeis University - Current Undergrad Student, Biochemistry

Rina: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...different levels of mathematicsfields that I particularly loveas well as standardized test preparation (SAT, SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT). I have found that studying becomes more 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,...
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies

Margot: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...help you get there. I am passionate about making every student feel confident and prepared, no matter the academic situation. I began working as a tutor and teacher in high school, and have loved working with students of all ages ever since. I've worked with students from Pre-K through high school and college, teaching and tutoring a wide range of levels and subjects from basic reading and math skills to AP essay writing and college...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Double Major in Music and Theater

Thomas: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...with both programs has helped me commit to an atmosphere of persistent evaluation and improvement. My performance studies including the opportunities I've had to artistically direct the work of other actors have granted me tools to adapt my interpersonal strategies and create a rich, varied instructional style. As in the classroom, it is of utmost importance in the rehearsal space to unconditionally validate the contributions of students. Through my work on- and off-stage, I have...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Mathematics

Luke: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...the teaching skills that I learned from guiding climbing. I worked with students in a variety of subjects from math, to history, to writing. In every subject, I was able to help lead my students into developing their own critical thinking skills. I also encountered some of the same fear that I saw from people 100 feet up a rock face. I used my guiding experience to help one student overcome what had become a...
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Colorado College - Bachelors, Philosophy

Daniel: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...ACT and SAT. I am very patient, and I enjoy working with students. When I tutor a student, I try to discover the root of the problem, usually a misunderstood or inadequately explained concept. Once I find the problem area, I can explain it as clearly and as simply as possible. If the student doesn't "get" the explanation the first time, I am willing to spend as much time on the concept as the student...
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University of Dallas - Current Undergrad, Mathematics/Science

Abigail: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
Hey there! My name is Abi and I'm excited to tutor you in a number of subjects including pre-algebra, writing, critical reading, and standardized test preparation. I have much experience writing speeches & editing papers/articles (as Debate Captain, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief & Model UN captain), in addition to regular school tutoring. Looking forward to learning together!
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Current Undergrad Student, Slavic Studies

Amanda: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
I am a passionate educator who has worked with students for over 10 years. When I am able to work with a student and see growth not only in what they are capable of, but their own confidence as a learner, I feel like the work I have done means something.
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North Central College - Bachelors, Communications, Education
National Louis University - Masters, Reading Specialist

Paige: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...about the subjects that I tutor, which include mathematics, standardized testing preparation, reading, English, writing, and basic French, and I firmly believe that anyone can master these topics with the proper guidance. I incorporate various methods of tutoring, including showing many examples, giving thorough explanations, and prompting students with questions to help facilitate the correct thought process. I love helping students and seeing their knowledge and understanding grow as we work together.
Education & Certification
The University of Tennessee - Current Undergrad, Mathematics

Sean: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...have been tutoring for more than 6 years. For 2.5 years, I taught math to Cornell Engineering undergraduates, and I looked forward to it every week! On Varsity Tutors, I tutor up to college level mathematics and physics, test prep (including AP courses, and SAT reading/writing). Explaining difficult math and science concepts in plain English is my forte. I love teaching and will be glad to help anyone become an independent learner.... Teach students to teach...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics

Lydia: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...Ed.M. in Art and Art Education. I believe that all children and youth have the ability to learn and that their potential emerges from thoughtful pedagogical practices. Cultivating a student-centered approach, and understanding multiple intelligences as the various cognitive and creative modes of how students think and learn, allow academic goals and personal development to flourish. By this, students are led on the path to mastery and achievement, and the desire to be life-long learners.
Education & Certification
Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, Communications
Columbia University in the City of New York - Unknown, Art and Art Education

Tom: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
I am a senior college student pursuing BA's in Mathematics and Computer Science at the Courant Institute at New York University. I have been teaching upwards of four years, specializing in mathematics, computer science, and writing.
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Computer Science

Veronica: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...expressed their feeling on the impact I would make as a teacher, because of my love for children and their well-being. I guess one can say this planted the seed. I later became pregnant with and gave birth to my daughter, Chelcie-Elaine Smith, right before my first year of teaching started. When you are pregnant and have children you have many worries and anxieties, including the stress of who will be caring for and teaching...
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Grambling State Universy - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Alcorn State University - Masters in Education, Education

Susan: HSPT Language Skills tutor
Certified HSPT Language Skills Tutor
...for my lessons. This includes modeling, guided practice, independent practice and a wrap-up closure. Working 1:1 gives me the opportunity to deeply differentiate to my students' specific needs. I have experience teaching students with dyslexia and dysgraphia. As I create lessons, the focal point that drives such planning revolves around the needs of my students. If you are interested in working with me, I'll make sure to fully hear your students needs to make sure...
Education & Certification
Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Saint Xavier University - Master of Science, Teaching and Leadership
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The High School Placement Test, or HPST, includes a Language Skills section to enable private high schools to evaluate how well a student understands the mechanics of the English language. Because the HSPT is meant to comprehensively assess your child's academic abilities, it is not unusual for your student to find some aspects of this exam harder than others. The Language Skills section -- with its emphasis on composition, grammar, spelling, and usage -- can be a difficult area for many individuals. If your child is reviewing for the HSPT and hopes to improve their score on the Language Skills section, consider contacting Varsity Tutors and letting us help you connect with an HSPT Language Skills tutor anywhere in the nation. A skilled HSPT Language Skills tutor can help your child shore up their language skills before test day and approach the section with confidence.
During HSPT Language Skills tutoring, your child's instructor can work with them to identify the particular areas in which they could most benefit from extra practice and review. Does your student have trouble with , placement? Do they struggle to select the proper spelling of a term? By initially identifying these areas of difficulty, your child's tutor can then create an individualized learning plan, designed to target their personal weaknesses. All lessons can be tailored to your student's learning style in order to maximize their success on the HSPT Language Skills section, making lessons as effective as possible.
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