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2+ years
The ISEE Upper Level exam expects quantitative reasoning and reading comprehension skills that most middle schoolers haven't been explicitly taught yet. Zane bridges that gap by walking through the specific logic behind quantitative comparison questions and teaching students how to eliminate answer ...
University of Nevada-Reno
MS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Brooke
Covering every ISEE level from Primary through Upper, Brooke adjusts her approach depending on whether a student is a 6-year-old encountering a standardized test for the first time or a 9th grader competing for a selective high school seat. She digs into the verbal reasoning and reading comprehensio...
Georgia State University
AM
New York University
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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Amanda
The ISEE tests vocabulary, reading comprehension, and essay writing simultaneously — a combination that plays directly to Amanda's strengths as a Kenyon College English graduate who earned perfect verbal scores on both the SAT and GRE. She tailors her approach to the specific ISEE level a student is...
Kenyon College
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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Preparing for the ISEE means juggling verbal reasoning, reading comprehension, quantitative skills, and a timed essay — and younger test-takers often need someone who understands both the content and the anxiety that comes with it. Leah's Early Childhood Education training gives her a natural abilit...
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
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 experien...
Columbia University in the City of New York
BS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
The ISEE covers vocabulary, reading comprehension, quantitative reasoning, and math achievement in a single exam, which can feel overwhelming for younger students facing it for the first time. Varun builds familiarity with each section's format so that question types like synonym analogies or multi-...
University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Syed Farasat
Standardized test prep for younger students often stalls because the tutor overcomplicates what's fundamentally a reasoning exercise — Syed keeps the ISEE's quantitative sections grounded by connecting comparison questions and multi-step problems to the intuitive number sense students already have f...
University Of Western Ontario
Master's/Graduate
Lahore University of Management Sciences
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Richard
Most ISEE candidates are strong in either math or verbal — rarely both — and Richard's background spanning pre-algebra through geometry alongside years of teaching in varied academic settings lets him diagnose exactly which quantitative reasoning gaps are costing points and address them alongside th...
Reichman University
BS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Preparing for the ISEE means tackling verbal reasoning, quantitative comparisons, reading comprehension, and a timed essay — each with its own strategy. Derek customizes prep around whichever section a student finds most challenging, whether that's building vocabulary for analogies or learning elimi...
Walden University
Doctorate (PhD)
Walden University
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University of Alberta
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Certified Tutor
10+ years
Daniel
I'm a recent graduate of Northwestern University, where I studied sociology, theatre, and legal studies. As a high achiever throughout high school and college, I've always viewed education as one of our most valuable resources and am passionate about expanding the educational prospects of others. I ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Sociology and Theatre
Northwestern University
Studied sociology, theatre, and legal studies
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I'm a big Boston Celtics fan and I speak three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where I wanted it to be. The second time I took the exam I saw a 200-point increase. Previously, I have had experience teaching the SSAT and the SAT. The student I tutored in SSAT successfully passed the exam is now attending a private high school abroad. With VarsityTutor's online learning platform, I will be able to transfer knowledge in a visual, easy-to-understand manner. I look forward to being your tutor and helping you reach your academic goals. :)
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Duane
Applied Mathematics Tutor • +41 Subjects
Besides having fun, going out, playing video games, traveling to different parts of the city, reading, playing billiards (or pool) and everything else. I am just a regular college graduate looking to advance and expand my knowledge to fulfill my career goal as an engineer. As of now, I am in possession of two degrees. In 2014 I received my Bachelor's of Science in Mathematics at Allegheny College, located in Meadville, Pennsylvania. I recently received my certificate of completion of Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Design in the New York City College of Technology Green Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative Certificate Program in Brooklyn, NY. As of now, I work multiple jobs mostly in education and tutoring. For starters, I have been tutoring since June 2013. I work with a group of students that are widely diverse in age, grade level and subject difficulty. My experience with teaching made me realize how much merit there is to helping other students succeed with their academic endeavors. Personally, I know how it is to struggle with difficult subjects and having no one to assist in understanding the concepts better and I want to make sure nobody else falls in that predicament. For as long as I can remember, Mathematics has always been my favorite subject. Hence the reason I went to college to study it in the first place. And as of now I have been teaching and tutoring students on Mathematics and Science, working with people such as yourselves on an individual level to make sure you understand all of the subject material clearly and concisely. My teaching philosophy is to explain everything simply and thoroughly along with some practice both inside and outside the classroom. As of now, my teaching style has been very flexible to accommodate every student's individual learning needs and styles to ensure full efficiency. Besides being flexible, I also like to explain things in an alternative perspective to show students different ways of thinking outside the box. My father always used to tell me never do a half done job for anybody. If it is worth doing, it should be done right. As your tutor/ teacher, my job is not done until you succeed. I look forward to working with you all and I will help you to the best of my abilities.
Olivia
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +94 Subjects
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Katherine
Middle School Math Tutor • +35 Subjects
I am currently a junior at NYU Stern, working toward an undergraduate degree in Business and Finance. Since middle school, I have been involved in tutoring and helping my peers and younger classmates grow. I was especially involved in high school as a peer tutor. While I cover a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about test (SAT/ACT) prep, K-12 math, and writing analysis. It is always rewarding to see the efforts of both tutor and tutee come into fruition, and I consistently drill the importance of perseverance and optimistic mentality while studying.
Mary-Lloyd
Elementary School Math Tutor • +17 Subjects
Hello! I am a Vanderbilt Peabody grad and I have 10 years of experience in Elementary Education, serving students with a diverse range of needs. I have served as a teacher, specialist, and instructional coach. I have a Reading Specialist and ESL endorsement. I look forward to supporting your student!
Jiamin
Elementary School Math Tutor • +17 Subjects
I am Jennie Tao, a certified K-6 teacher with a Master's degree in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. Teaching is my greatest passion, and I love helping young learners discover the joy of learning and the confidence that comes from growth. Over the past few years, I have supported students in building strong foundations in Math and Mandarin through engaging, joyful, and confidence-building lessons. I also prepare students for math competitions such as Math Kangaroo and CoGAT, helping them develop problem-solving strategies and a love for challenging themselves. I believe every child learns best when they feel encouraged and understood. In my classroom, mistakes are part of growing, and we celebrate progress and curiosity every step of the way. My lessons include clear explanations, hands-on practice, and creative interactions to make learning fun and engaging. I look forward to seeing you in class and exploring new ideas together!
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The Reading Comprehension section consistently challenges students because it requires both speed and accuracy—you have limited time to read dense passages and answer questions that test inference, vocabulary in context, and main idea comprehension. The Quantitative Reasoning section trips up many students who haven't practiced the specific question formats, particularly those involving data interpretation and word problems that require multiple steps. The Writing sample, while unscored, often causes anxiety because students struggle to organize their thoughts quickly under time pressure. A tutor can identify which section is your specific weakness and develop targeted strategies to address it.
Pacing is one of the biggest obstacles on the ISEE because you have roughly 1.5-2 minutes per question depending on the section. The key is practicing with timed sections repeatedly so you develop an internal clock and learn which question types to tackle first versus which to return to. Many students benefit from a "triage" strategy: quickly identify easier questions and build confidence with those, then tackle harder questions with remaining time. A tutor can teach you how to recognize when you're spending too long on a single question and help you practice the discipline of moving forward strategically.
Vocabulary appears throughout the ISEE—in dedicated Verbal Reasoning questions and embedded in Reading Comprehension passages—making it a significant component of your score. However, memorizing random word lists is inefficient; instead, focus on words in context by reading challenging material and noting unfamiliar words, then learning how they're used. The ISEE also tests your ability to infer meaning from context, so practicing that skill matters as much as knowing definitions. A tutor can help you build a personalized vocabulary strategy that targets the word difficulty level you'll actually see on test day, rather than wasting time on obscure words that won't appear.
Most students benefit from taking 3-4 full-length practice tests spaced throughout their prep timeline—enough to identify patterns in your mistakes without burning out on test fatigue. Early in prep, focus on untimed or section-by-section practice to build skills; then move to timed full-length tests every 2-3 weeks as you get closer to test day. The real value comes from reviewing every single question you missed or found difficult, understanding why you got it wrong, and adjusting your strategy. A tutor can help you interpret your practice test results to pinpoint whether your errors stem from knowledge gaps, careless mistakes, or timing issues—each requires a different fix.
Test anxiety on the ISEE often stems from unfamiliarity with the format and question types, which tutoring directly addresses by building genuine competence and confidence through repeated exposure. When you've practiced the exact types of questions you'll see and developed strategies that work, anxiety naturally decreases because you know what to expect. A tutor can also teach you specific techniques like how to manage your breathing during the test, when to skip a question without panic, and how to use the scratch paper effectively to stay organized. Many students find that working 1-on-1 with a tutor who can normalize the difficulty and celebrate progress builds the mental resilience needed to perform well under pressure.
Score improvement depends heavily on your starting point and how much you practice—a student starting at the 40th percentile might improve 10-15 percentile points with consistent tutoring and practice over 8-12 weeks, while a student already at the 75th percentile may see smaller gains because there's less room to improve. The most significant gains typically come from fixing fundamental skill gaps and learning test-specific strategies rather than last-minute cramming. Realistic expectations matter: if you're aiming for a specific school's typical ISEE range, your tutor can help you understand what score you need and create a focused plan to reach it. Consistency matters more than intensity—regular sessions with homework practice between them produce better results than sporadic intensive sessions.
ISEE word problems test reading comprehension and mathematical reasoning simultaneously—you have to extract the relevant information from wordy scenarios, set up the problem correctly, and solve it under time pressure. Many students rush through reading the problem and misidentify what's being asked, or they set up the equation correctly but make a calculation error. The ISEE also includes multi-step problems where you need to find an intermediate answer before solving the final question, and students often stop after the first calculation. A tutor can teach you a systematic approach: read carefully, identify what you know and what you're solving for, write out your setup before calculating, and double-check that your answer makes sense in context.
Main idea questions ask you to identify the overall purpose or central point of a passage—the answer is usually explicitly stated or clearly supported by the passage's structure. Inference questions require you to read between the lines and draw conclusions based on evidence that isn't directly stated, which demands deeper analytical thinking and trips up many students. For example, a passage might describe a character's actions without saying they're nervous, but you'd need to infer nervousness from the evidence provided. A tutor can teach you the difference by having you practice identifying what the passage explicitly says versus what you can reasonably conclude, and showing you how to avoid over-inferencing (reading too much into the text) while still making valid logical connections.
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