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I am a fourth year student at Harvard Medical School, and will start working as a pediatrician in July of 2016. However, if I had not decided to become a physician, I would have strongly considered becoming a teacher. Teaching is one of the most enjoyable activities I do, and I have taught in some capacity every year for the past ten years. I have taught subjects ranging from English to algebra, from physics to dance, and have taught students ranging in age from toddlers to adults. I have also provided advice on application essays, resumes, and interview strategies for Harvard College students applying to highly competitive scholarships. Each of these experiences has taught me how to communicate concepts in clear and engaging ways. For instance, while tutoring adolescents enrolled in the Boston-based Artists for Humanity program, I would often teach students whom I had never worked with before, and thus became adept at quickly discovering and implementing the strategies that worked best for a particular student (e.g., visual/tactile examples, analogies, and breaking down complex problems into smaller parts). While tutoring a janitorial staff member in preparation for the mathematics portion of her GED high school equivalency exam, I learned how to quickly identify the highest yield topics for a standardized exam and focus our efforts on those. Each of these experiences has been incredibly rewarding, and has inspired me to teach in some capacity throughout my career as a doctor.

I'm a scholar of history, and educating the youth is my deep and abiding passion. I work as a high school teacher in Boston and I have extensive experience teaching social studies and English language arts, as well as prepping my students for college admissions exams. I look forward to working with you to achieve your potential and find the success you've been looking for in your academic pursuits!
I am also a fan of Super Smash Bros. Melee if you're into that.
I am a graduate of Vassar College. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a minor in English. After graduating, I worked at Weill Cornell Medical College and took graduate medical coursework at New York Medical College. I will be matriculating into medical school this fall.
I am an avid skier and outdoorswoman, and a passionate fan of Boston sports. As a tutor, I offer a broad range of scientific subjects, including Physics, Chemistry and Biology, and I am particularly passionate about Biochemistry and Microbiology. I also offer and enjoy test prep, including the SAT and independent school entrance exams such as the ISEE and SSAT. As an educator, I am passionate about helping every student, because I believe that everyone has the potential to succeed in Science and excel on standardized tests. I love the subjects I tutor and I strive to help my students appreciate the value of knowledge so they understand not only the material, but why it is relevant and important in their lives.
Having navigated the transition from South African secondary school to rigorous American honors and AP coursework in a single year, Nnang understands what it feels like to face an unfamiliar testing format with high stakes — exactly the situation most ISEE candidates are in. He applies that experience to the quantitative sections, where his strength in pre-algebra, geometry, and algebraic reasoning lets him break down comparison questions and word problems into steps that younger students can internalize quickly. His broader standardized test prep background also means he knows how to teach pacing and elimination strategies that keep students moving through timed sections.
I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.
I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medicine.
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The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) has a distinct structure and content focus compared to similar tests. It includes four sections—Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Math Achievement—and uses a different scoring scale (760-940) than the SSAT. Importantly, the ISEE is scored on a percentile basis relative to other test-takers in your grade level, meaning competition varies by grade. For students in Boston applying to independent schools, understanding these differences is crucial since many local institutions accept either test but may weight sections differently based on their priorities.
Most students benefit from 2-4 months of focused ISEE preparation, though the right timeline depends on your starting point and target schools. Students who begin with strong foundational skills may need 8-10 weeks, while those addressing specific skill gaps often benefit from a longer runway. Personalized tutoring can accelerate progress by identifying your exact weak points—whether that's logic-based Verbal Reasoning questions or multi-step word problems—rather than spending time on content you've already mastered. Starting preparation in fall or early winter is typical for students applying to Boston-area independent schools for the following year.
Students preparing for the ISEE frequently struggle with three key areas: Verbal Reasoning questions (which test logic and relationships rather than vocabulary alone), multi-step word problems in Math Achievement, and pacing across all four sections. The Verbal Reasoning section is particularly tricky because it requires understanding complex sentence structures and subtle distinctions between answer choices. Additionally, many students underestimate the Reading Comprehension section, which demands both speed and deep comprehension of unfamiliar passages. Personalized instruction helps identify which of these areas affect your performance specifically, so you can focus your practice where it matters most.
Boston's 32 independent and selective schools have varying ISEE expectations based on their selectivity and grade level. Highly competitive schools typically look for scores in the 85th-99th percentile range, while other strong schools may be satisfied with 60th-75th percentile scores. Since ISEE scores are reported by percentile relative to your grade cohort, knowing your target schools' historical performance ranges helps set realistic preparation goals. Connecting with tutors who understand Boston's school landscape—from schools like Boston Latin to private institutions—ensures your preparation strategy aligns with where you're applying.
Personalized tutoring adapts in real-time to your learning patterns and gaps, whereas classroom prep covers a standard curriculum at a set pace. A tutor can identify why you're missing questions in Quantitative Reasoning—perhaps you're rushing through calculations, misunderstanding word problem setups, or forgetting specific formulas—and target instruction accordingly. Generic practice books don't adjust based on your performance. Research on effective learning shows that 1-on-1 instruction significantly outpaces group settings for standardized test preparation because every minute focuses on closing your specific gaps rather than reviewing concepts you've already mastered.
The ISEE takes about 3 hours total, including breaks, and is administered at your target school or a testing center. You'll complete four sections in this order: Verbal Reasoning (20 min), Quantitative Reasoning (35 min), Reading Comprehension (25 min), and Math Achievement (30 min), with breaks between sections. The test is not adaptive—every student sees the same questions regardless of performance—which means pacing strategy matters significantly. Tutors help you develop a test-day plan, including how to allocate time per question in each section and strategies for managing anxiety. Many Boston-area students take the test at their prospective school, so familiarity with the testing environment can reduce stress on test day.
Yes, you can retake the ISEE, and most schools will see all your scores. However, there are limits: you can test a maximum of once per testing season (fall, winter, spring) and only twice total in a school year. Many independent schools will consider your highest score, though some may look at both attempts. If you're planning a retake, it's wise to identify what went wrong on your first attempt—whether timing issues, specific content gaps, or test anxiety—and address those directly. Personalized tutoring between attempts can be particularly valuable for turning weak areas into strengths before your next test date.
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