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Alexis
I am currently in the process of applying to Law School. I have tutored middle school and high school students in subjects ranging from 5th grade reading to geometry to the SAT. While I am happy and able to tutor a number of subjects, I am most passionate about Test Prep because these scores are ver...
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Mimi
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 su...
Harvard University
Masters in Education, Education
Dartmouth College
B.A.
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
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 e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Nina
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 ...
Columbia University
Masters in biostatistics
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)
Columbia University in the City of New York
Current Grad Student, Biostatistics
Certified Tutor
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...
Harvard University
PHD, Education
Wesleyan University
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
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Christopher
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...
Harvard College
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
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Liz
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...
Simmons College
Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)
Certified Tutor
Charles
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Solange
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 campu...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts (Sociology & Women's Studies)
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Michelle
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 Medici...
Baylor College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, M.D.
Rice University
Bachelor's in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extre...
Brown University
Bachelors
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James
I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sabira
I am currently attending Johns Hopkins University, pursuing a dual degree in Computer Science and Applied Math and Statistics. I love helping students and I love the feeling I get knowing that I was able to use my knowledge to make someone else happier. My favorite subject to teach is math because t...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Ingrid
I am exploring my creativity by pursuing a double major in Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in Korean, studying abroad in South Korea as a Benjamin A. Gilman Scholar, leading workshops that teach 3D printing and CAD for undergraduate students as the president of 3D4E, advocating for the fir...
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test used for admission to private and independent schools. Students in Phoenix take the ISEE when applying to selective independent schools in the area, as well as schools across the country. The test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, and math achievement across different levels depending on grade and school type.
The ISEE has four levels: Primary (K-1), Lower (grades 2-3), Middle (grades 4-5), and Upper (grades 6+). The specific level your student takes depends on the grade they'll enter at the independent school they're applying to, not their current grade. For example, a 4th grader applying for 5th grade admission would take the Middle Level ISEE. Knowing the correct level is crucial for effective test preparation.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses entirely on your student's specific strengths and weaknesses, whether that's verbal reasoning, quantitative problem-solving, or reading speed. In a typical classroom setting with Phoenix's average 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio, students get less individualized attention. A tutor can adapt pacing, skip concepts your student already knows, spend extra time on challenging areas, and teach test-taking strategies tailored to how your student learns best.
Students often struggle with the ISEE's time constraints, especially on the quantitative section where complex word problems require quick analysis. Many also find the verbal reasoning section challenging because it tests nuanced understanding of vocabulary in context, not just memorization. Reading comprehension can be difficult due to dense passages and inference-heavy questions. Additionally, students may feel anxious about the test format itself, which can impact performance even when they know the material.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused ISEE preparation, though this varies based on starting level and target schools. If your student is just beginning, starting earlier allows for a more gradual, less stressful approach to building foundational skills and test familiarity. Personalized tutoring helps determine the right timeline for your student by assessing current skills, identifying gaps, and creating a targeted study plan with consistent practice and strategic test-taking techniques.
Score improvement depends on starting point, time invested, and how actively your student engages in practice. Students who work with a tutor typically see measurable gains within 4-6 weeks of consistent preparation, with continued improvement through test day. The biggest gains often come from addressing specific skill gaps, learning efficient problem-solving strategies, and building confidence with practice tests under timed conditions. A tutor can help your student identify realistic target scores based on the schools they're applying to.
Varsity Tutors connects Phoenix students with experienced tutors who specialize in ISEE preparation. The process is straightforward: you tell us about your student's needs, current level, and target timeline, and we match them with a tutor who has proven expertise in the specific ISEE level and areas where your student needs support. You'll work with someone who understands what independent schools in Phoenix are looking for and can provide personalized instruction tailored to your student's goals.
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