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I'm a very positive person, so keeping a student excited about learning is not hard for me. I also like to reward my students when they've accomplished something.

I am available at almost any time to answer emergency questions, and strive to have everyone I teach succeed.
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'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 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 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.
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 my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
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 tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.
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 describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!
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 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 Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a standardized entrance exam used by many private and Catholic schools in the Houston area to assess students' readiness for high school. The test evaluates verbal skills, quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, mathematics, and language skills. For students in Houston seeking admission to selective high schools, a strong HSPT score can significantly impact placement and scholarship opportunities.
The HSPT consists of five sections: Verbal Skills, Quantitative Skills, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Language. The entire test takes approximately 2.5 hours to complete. Each section tests different cognitive abilities, and schools weight these sections differently when making admissions decisions, so understanding the format helps students prepare strategically.
Many students struggle with time management, as the HSPT requires quick thinking across multiple question types. Quantitative and verbal reasoning sections often challenge students who haven't encountered abstract problem-solving before, while reading comprehension requires both speed and accuracy. Additionally, students sometimes underestimate the language section, which tests grammar and mechanics in ways that differ from classroom instruction. Personalized tutoring helps identify exactly where a student's gaps are and builds targeted strategies rather than generic test prep.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to diagnose your specific strengths and weaknesses, then focus practice on the areas that will move your score the most. In a classroom setting, test prep moves at a fixed pace and covers content broadly; with personalized tutoring, you skip what you already know and spend time on genuine problem areas. Tutors can also adapt their teaching style to how you learn best—whether that's visual explanations, worked examples, or strategic shortcuts—and adjust pacing based on your progress in real time.
Most students benefit from starting preparation 3-4 months before their test date, meeting with a tutor 1-2 times per week. However, improvement timelines vary based on starting level and the student's commitment to practice between sessions. Some students see measurable score gains within 4-6 weeks, while others benefit from a longer preparation period to build foundational skills. The key is consistent, focused practice combined with expert guidance on test-specific strategies.
Varsity Tutors connects students in Houston with expert tutors who have deep knowledge of the HSPT format, content, and scoring. These tutors typically have experience with standardized test preparation and understand how to teach the specific reasoning skills the HSPT measures. When you connect with a tutor, you can discuss their background with HSPT prep and ask about their approach to helping students improve.
In an initial session, a tutor typically assesses your current skills by reviewing practice test results or administering a diagnostic, then discusses your goals and timeline. This helps identify which sections need the most work and what your learning style is. The tutor will outline a personalized study plan and often introduce test-specific strategies or content that you'll build on in future sessions.
Tutors use official HSPT practice tests, released exam questions, and targeted skill-building materials to prepare students. Practice tests are essential for building familiarity with the format and timing, while focused drills help strengthen specific skills like quantitative reasoning or reading speed. Your tutor will likely recommend between-session practice and may provide custom worksheets tailored to your weak areas, ensuring every study hour counts toward your goal score.
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