Varsity Tutors offers PSAT prep to students who are getting ready for the various versions of the PSAT. If you think PSAT tutoring can help your student learn better test-taking skills, contact Varsity Tutors today. With PSAT preparation, your student's confidence level in their understanding of the material can increase.
The PSAT is a series of standardized tests that are designed to give students in 10th and 11th grade the opportunity practice for the rigors of the SAT. Additionally, those students who take the PSAT/NMSQT exam can qualify as a National Merit scholar if they score well. The PSAT 10 are the same tests as the PSAT/NMSQT, but are taken in the spring, and do not qualify one to be a National Merit scholar. The PSAT 8/9 is designed for students in the eighth and ninth grades for an assessment of their academic abilities. The results can indicate their readiness for future college exams. PSAT test prep will be conducted in a private learning environment where your student can ask any questions. The one-on-one PSAT class creates a great opportunity for a tutor to respond to each question and give the student more attention than in a classroom setting. PSAT classes are conducted in distraction-free settings to help your student improve their focus on the material that needs to be studied.
Your student can benefit from PSAT prep when preparing to take the PSAT 10 or PSAT/NMSQT as well by getting an academic assessment. In the first session of PSAT test prep, a tutor can assess the student to identify weak and strong areas. Having a baseline of current knowledge can help a tutor create a specific lesson plan to maximize the PSAT course. Time won't be wasted during PSAT prep because a tutor can focus on those weak areas first.
A tutor can provide timed practice tests during PSAT test prep so your student can get an idea of how the exam day may go. The practice test results will let a tutor know what the student needs to review further during the PSAT courses. For example, some students may need assistance in learning relaxation techniques to help them prepare for the possible stress of the day. PSAT tutors can help students learn how to relax and refocus their mind so they can more easily remember material.
The following list details topics that are covered on the PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT. A tutor can incorporate topics such as the following into PSAT test prep sessions to help your student prepare for the exam:
- Linear expressions
- Linear equations
- Solving multi-step problems
- Comparing linear and exponential growth
- Quadratic functions
- Solving quadratic equations
- Command of evidence
- Analyze social studies, science, and history passages
- Understanding words in context
PSAT preparation can help students learn better study techniques to improve the way they review the information that can be tested on the exam. Every student is unique and learns best in specific ways. PSAT tutors can help ascertain whether your student is an auditory or visual learner. If they learn better by hearing, a tutor can plan Q&A sessions to help them learn how to understand words in context. Students may learn better through visual techniques, and a tutor can show graphs and charts on how to solve multi-step problems.
Adam: PSAT test prep instructor
...are French and History though I also tutor Literature and SAT Prep (Verbal/Writing). In my years as a teacher and tutor I have learned that having fun is a great indicator of success. Piling too much pressure onto students only creates stress and self-doubt so I like to keep things light. I like to make lots of comparisons to current events that are relevant to the subject matter at hand to make things less intimidating...
Education & Certification
- College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, History and French
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- College Level American History
- SAT
- Test Prep
- +34 subjects
Jimmy: PSAT test prep instructor
...it as enjoyable an experience as possible. Education done properly shouldn't feel like a chore. It's very important for me to engage the student, try to see things from their perspective, and to adjust my teaching style to fit whatever works for the student. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, reading, playing guitar, and studying foreign languages (I can converse in French, Spanish, German, and Vietnamese, though I'm not quite ready to teach them)....
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Writing
- High School Physics
- AP English Language and Composition
- +86 subjects
Layla: PSAT test prep instructor
...year in Japan teaching English as a second language to students ranging in age from 4 to 80 years old (!). One of the greatest joys of tutoring in particular, for me, is the ways in which I can personalize the lessons in order to help a student access the material on their own terms, in ways that make sense to them. I'm a strong believer in the idea that if you can find ways...
Education & Certification
- Harvard College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ACT Reading
- Public Speaking
- Test Prep
- +27 subjects
Zhenrui: PSAT test prep instructor
...now in its fourth year, and is currently run by my former students. It is also in the process of being made districtwide, not just restricted to my high school. I took all my standardized tests my sophomore year of high school. Since then, I have tutored test prep for the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and SAT IIs as well as for AP and IB exams. While I have tutored a broad range of subjects, my...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Calculus
- PSAT Critical Reading
- PSAT Mathematics
- +39 subjects
Divya: PSAT test prep instructor
...to medical school. In college, I was an advisor with the Meiklejohn Peer Advising Program. As part of this program, I helped first year students navigate the academic, social and extracurricular aspects of their college experience. Biology, Chemistry and English are my favorite subjects to tutor, and also the areas in which I have the most experience. I am a voracious reader, so Critical Reading and Writing are my strongest sections on Standardized Testing. Outside...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, English (with Pre-Med)
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- College Essays
- PSAT Writing Skills
- +39 subjects
Shellee: PSAT test prep instructor
...to meet and exceed their educational goals and to develop greater self-confidence in the process. I have a Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering from Princeton University and a Masters degree in Business Administration from Indiana University. I've previously tutored elementary and middle school math, as well as Algebra and SAT prep. I really enjoy tutoring math because numbers are fun and there are many practical ways to teach math which make it more interesting and...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Masters, Business Administration, General
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Elementary School Math
- Pre-Calculus
- Math
- +13 subjects
Annie: PSAT test prep instructor
...believe that young people have the power to change the world, and one of the best tools they have to do so is through their writing. I love working with others to crafts their thoughts into an effective piece of writing, whether it is a college essay, a research paper, or the Writing portion of the SAT or ACT. My coursework in English and literacy tutoring experience has also prepared me to tutor students in...
Education & Certification
- Temple University - Bachelor in Arts, Geography & Urban Studies, Environmental Studies
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- ACT
- Science
- PSAT Mathematics
- +31 subjects
Krishna: PSAT test prep instructor
...track. I also attended a competitive specialized high school located in New York, NY. I graduated with honors and recognition in Biology Research & with special recognition by the Guidance Department. I have also been dancing for the last seven years and am versed in modern, hip-hop, contemporary, kathak, and Bhangra. I have also been a professional photographer for the last 4 years. I am involved in several organizations at Cornell and hold leadership positions...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Math
- ASPIRE
- ISEE
- +61 subjects
Jackson: PSAT test prep instructor
...math and science, and I enjoy helping others learn and improve their confidence in these subjects. I will be a fourth-year at the University of Chicago in the fall. I am majoring in physics and molecular engineering. Before that, I graduated from the IB program at Robinson High in Tampa. I am excited at the idea of tutoring others because of my own enthusiasm for learning and the possibility of inspiring enthusiasm in others.
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Current Undergrad, Physics
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Honors Chemistry
- Test Prep
- SAT Subject Tests
- +62 subjects
Jennifer: PSAT test prep instructor
...in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Essay Editing, and Creative Writing. I love language, I love the written word, and the art of writing has always been a pleasure for me to teach. I have been tutoring and editing essays since I was a student in high school. Standardized tests have always come naturally to me, and I love helping students crack the grammar, reading, and writing portions....
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Literature with Film Focus
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- ACT Reading
- Study Skills
- +50 subjects
Miriam: PSAT test prep instructor
...Physiology, Chemistry, etc.) As a former student intern with the Joint Educational Program at USC as well as a private tutor in San Diego, I have had an extensive range of experience working along K-12 students with preparation for Standardized tests, such as the SATs, (SAT I, SAT II, PSAT), ACT, AP, IB. I specifically love working with students in preparing for these types of tests because it demands for a higher level of focus...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Unknown, Biology and Nonprofits
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Competition Math
- IB Language B HL
- PSAT Mathematics
- +82 subjects
Sonjanita: PSAT test prep instructor
...primary texts and travel explorations has heightened my interest in these subjects. While I emphasize student-centered instruction (with ample opportunities for differentiation, modeling and scaffolding), I am also a firm believer in the inter-generational transmission of knowledge. Teachers/tutors/learning facilitators have just as much to learn from their students as the students do from them, especially as it relates to the use of new media technologies. All children can learn! All children are intelligent! My job...
Education & Certification
- University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
- National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Shakespeare
- ACT Aspire
- Elementary School English
- +115 subjects
Wallis Elizabeth: PSAT test prep instructor
...with a focus in modern and contemporary art. I spent a semester studying at the European University at St. Petersburg in the Master's program of Russian Culture and the Arts, combining my love of both art and Russian culture. As a tutor at my University's writing center, I edited papers for a variety of subjects and worked with art majors to develop honors theses. I love brainstorming creative approaches to papers with students, and I...
Education & Certification
- Sewanee University of the South - Bachelor in Arts, Russian, Art History
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- TOEFL
- Other
- College English
- +41 subjects
Jimmy: PSAT test prep instructor
I have over ten years of experience tutoring and I love working with my students. It is my priority to meet each student's unique learning needs, and I enjoy making seemingly complex concepts easy to understand. Many of my former students/clients refer friends or ask to work with me when new needs arise. I also love to help students with essays and college/grad school applications.
Education & Certification
- Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
- Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Education Policy & Management
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Quantitative Reasoning
- ACT Reading
- Graduate Test Prep
- +36 subjects
Ellen : PSAT test prep instructor
...to work independently toward their own success. As I teach both math and language arts skills, I can connect with most any type of student, from the poetry and literature lover to the next Steve Jobs to the student who is afraid of testing and is a somewhat unwilling student. I believe in communicating with parents so that they can help to celebrate their child's successes. I have been teaching in the classroom and in...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, English
- The College of New Jersey - Masters, Secondary Education: English
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT Reading
- SAT Writing and Language
- +50 subjects
Eli: PSAT test prep instructor
...spent four years as a sportswriter and columnist in Los Angeles. I have worked with students of all ages from kindergarten to adulthood and am a staunch believer that it is never too late to fall in love with learning any subject (even math!). My approach to tutoring is the same way I approach training for a sport. If you are willing to put in the effort, you will get better (and if you're doing...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Science
- SAT Subject Tests
- Algebra 2
- +41 subjects
Claire: PSAT test prep instructor
...my focus has always been on finding the unique strengths of each individual student, and building on those strengths to approach areas of struggle. I enjoy working with students with diverse learning styles and discovering the unique ways each student takes in and understands information. I firmly believe that everyone is smart in their own way, and I love to discover and appreciate each student's way of learning and thinking. I believe that we all...
Education & Certification
- Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Music
- University of Southern California - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching (Multiple Subject)
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- PSAT Mathematics
- SAT Mathematics
- GRE Verbal
- +27 subjects
Rebekah : PSAT test prep instructor
...I feel the most impactful literary experience is one that deeply resonates with the reader, and inspires them to write their own stories. This is why I am an advocate for detailed, creative, and personal essay writing. The most powerful essay or piece of academic writing is one which is inspired by the writer's personal instincts and experiences. In my tutoring, I strive to find literature or experiences which ignite creativity in an essay. When...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature and Language
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT
- High School English
- ASPIRE
- +29 subjects
Darren: PSAT test prep instructor
...I have most frequently worked with students preparing for various standardized tests (having received a perfect score on my SAT in high school). Whenever possible I try to teach using the Socratic method, as I find that the process of guided discovery helps with the retention and application of new concepts. I enjoy the challenge of trying to connect academic subjects with the interests of my students (abstract mathematical principles are less likely to capture...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Davis - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Civilization
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- Elementary Math
- Pre-Algebra
- European History
- +52 subjects
Casey: PSAT test prep instructor
...New York University, attended City University of New York for my Master's degree in education and George Washington University for law school, and spent over six years teaching in New York City before heading back home to the West. I have always loved literature and writing and take great pride in being able to help others succeed in these fields. If you or your student need assistance in understanding Shakespeare, crafting a better essay or...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, English
- City University of New York - Master of Science, Education
Subject Expertise
- PSAT
- SAT Writing and Language
- SAT
- English
- +15 subjects
In the next few sections, we'll review the tests that make up the PSAT. Continue reading to find out more about each test and how a PSAT tutor can help your student feel ready for test day.
PSAT Reading Prep
Varsity Tutors offers PSAT Reading test preparation for students getting ready to take the PSAT assessment. Students take the PSAT to prepare for taking the SAT and to potentially qualify for National Merit Scholar designation. Your child can be better prepared to take these preliminary exams by working with PSAT Reading tutors. Contact Varsity Tutors today to get more information on how your student can benefit from increased confidence for test day and better study skills through PSAT Reading prep.
During PSAT Reading test preparation, a tutor can drill students on material that they may see on the exam. Your student can learn test-taking skills so they can confidently tackle the exam. A tutor can share relaxation techniques during PSAT Reading courses that can be used if your student gets nervous while taking the actual exam. Building time-management skills is an important lesson students can learn while taking PSAT Reading preparation as well. Your student can take timed practice tests during PSAT Reading test prep, so a tutor can identify where sessions should focus while your student gets familiar with the timing expectations they'll need to meet on test day.
If you have a busy schedule, you can be connected with a tutor that is flexible to both your schedule and your student's. The PSAT Reading class will be conducted in a distraction-free environment. This personalized PSAT Reading prep tutoring structure can provide your student with the perfect opportunity to ask questions and dive deeper into the material. A Live Learning Platform is available for online tutoring, and a computer, phone, or tablet and an internet connection is all that is necessary.
Topics such as Interpreting Data and Analyzing a Hypothesis are some of the skills that the student will need to know when taking the PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT. The following list of topics gives insight into some of what can be reviewed in PSAT reading prep:
- Finding evidence in a reading passage
- Relationships between graphics and passages
- Using context clues to understand word meanings
- Analyzing a hypothesis
- Interpreting data
PSAT Reading test prep is designed to focus directly on your student. The first PSAT Reading course session can involve a tutor testing your student for baseline knowledge. A tutor can use this baseline as a guide for planning the direction of the PSAT reading tutoring process. Identifying the student's strengths and weakness in the Reading Section can dictate how sessions can be organized. PSAT Reading test prep can be directed around weak areas that your student needs help understanding better. As tutoring progresses and your child reaches predetermined benchmarks, goals can be reevaluated.
A tutor can prepare your child for the PSAT 8/9 by reviewing the following list of Reading Section topics in PSAT Reading test prep:
- Identifying how an author supports their claims with evidence
- Find evidence that supports a conclusion in a reading passage
- Understanding how word choice of a passage affects tone, style, and meaning
- Considering the implications of an experiment
Properly preparing for educational assessments is important for your student's future education path. You can help your student learn better test-taking skills from a qualified tutor by having them complete PSAT Reading classes. Personalized tutoring can make a difference in how confident your student is on exam day. Get them started today with PSAT Reading prep by contacting Varsity Tutors.
PSAT Writing and Language Prep
PSAT Writing and Language prep from Varsity Tutors can be a great benefit to your student's PSAT Writing and Language preparation. Your student's PSAT Writing and Language test prep is focused on the exact area of the test where they need the most development. PSAT Writing and Language prep is flexible and focused on your student's needs. PSAT Writing and Language test prep is an excellent way for your student to get ready for the rigors of these exams.
A PSAT Writing and Language class takes place over our Live Learning Platform. Your student's PSAT Writing and Language class is online to remove one of the potential barriers to test prep. It can be difficult for some students to receive PSAT Writing and Language tutoring because of the challenge of commuting, finding a convenient location to meet, and matching the schedule of a local tutor. We offer PSAT Writing and Language preparation online that features face to face learning and a virtual whiteboard to address this concern.
PSAT Writing and Language test preparation is an intensive one-on-one experience based around your student's needs. Because everyone learns differently, PSAT Writing and Language classes can assess your student's abilities and base the lesson time around their strengths and weaknesses. Additionally, the instructors in PSAT Writing and Language courses can be attentive to your student's learning style. This attention to your student's needs and abilities is an important benefit of your student's time with PSAT Writing and Language tutors.
Throughout your student's PSAT Writing and Language prep, they can work with the instructor to answer practice questions, discuss key ideas, and receive feedback. The live feedback that PSAT Writing and Language test prep offers means that your student is able to build better study habits, which can lead to increased confidence. Below is a list of skills and ideas that your student can study during their PSAT Writing and Language course:
- Command of Evidence
- Words in Context
- Analysis in History, Social Studies, and Science
- Expressions of Ideas
- Standard English Conventions
Additionally, your student and the instructor are able to make a detailed plan for the time they spend in their PSAT Writing and Language class. This allows your student to focus their energies on the most important aspects of the test for them. By making an effective plan for their PSAT Writing and Language test prep, your student is able to maximize the time they spend preparing.
In PSAT Writing and Language prep, your student also has the opportunity to develop their test-taking strategies. The PSAT prepares students for the challenges of the SAT, and a test of this scope can be intimidating. Test-taking strategies that help your student to manage their time effectively on the exam, prioritize which questions to answer, and narrow the range of possibilities for a particular question, are a way for your student to feel more prepared and confident while taking this exam.
As your student prepares for the PSAT, consider PSAT Writing and Language test prep from Varsity Tutors. This service can help your student build confidence, skills, and understanding of the material. If you would like your student to experience the benefit of PSAT Writing and Language prep, contact an Educational Consultant online or over the phone.
PSAT Math Prep
For students interested in receiving additional assistance in math prior to the PSAT, Varsity Tutors can locate PSAT Math prep that's appropriate for you. A PSAT Math course allows students to receive the kind of individual attention that they rarely receive in a classroom. In the traditional classroom setting, students are often forced to keep up with the rest of the class and move on to new topics even if they're having difficulty understanding the one that was just covered. During your PSAT Math prep, you have the opportunity to ask questions as they arise, and your tutor can respond immediately to any concerns you have. We can find PSAT Math tutors who can pinpoint your trouble spots and design your PSAT Math preparation to focus on those topics. Overall, PSAT Math test prep can make you feel more comfortable heading into exam day.
The Math test comprises a significant portion of the PSAT, so receiving extra help through PSAT Math tutoring can prove pivotal for many students. For those students taking the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT Math test prep can be especially important since earning a high score on the exam could help you become a National Merit Scholar.
The math section of the PSAT covers several important aspects of the exam, including understanding specific concepts and how to apply those ideas. Every student has his or her own areas of difficulty when it comes to math, which is why the private attention afforded you by PSAT Math prep can be so important in giving you a better opportunity to perform well on the exam. For example, if you're struggling with how to solve equations in a quick and efficient manner, your PSAT Math test prep can walk you through the steps in solving sample problems with the goal of increasing your fluency in the subject. With the help of PSAT Math tutoring, you have an opportunity to increase your familiarity with the other types of questions you'll be asked in the math section of the PSAT, which can be extremely beneficial during the exam. Here is a list of the skills you will be expected to demonstrate in the math section of the PSAT:
- Fluency
- Solving problems quickly using efficient methods
- Carrying out accurate and flexible procedures
- Conceptual Understanding
- Math concepts
- Math operations
- Math relations
- Applications
- Analyzing real-world situations and finding mathematical solutions
Varsity Tutors understands the importance of PSAT Math prep in giving a student their best chance to score well on the exam. That's why they strive to make the scheduling process for your PSAT Math test prep as smooth as possible. You can schedule your PSAT Math test preparation at your convenience. In addition, you have several options to make PSAT Math preparation more accessible. We provide tools so that you can participate in all of your PSAT Math courses online, a convenient benefit that makes it easier to work around your busy schedule. Online PSAT Math classes can be accessed through your cell phone, desktop computer, or tablet, putting the opportunity to learn at your fingertips and giving you the chance to receive academic assistance from the location that's best for your needs. Contact Varsity Tutors today to learn more about our services, and we can set you up with PSAT Math prep dedicated to helping you succeed.
Sign Up Today for PSAT Prep
When you contact Varsity Tutors, we can connect you and your student with a tutor who is flexible with your busy schedule. You may have certain days or times that your student can meet, and a tutor can work with your scheduling needs.
Educational Directors at Varsity Tutors are available to explain the benefits of PSAT prep to you and how it can benefit your student. Contact us today to get your student started with PSAT test preparation from a qualified instructor who can assist with properly reviewing material, honing test-taking skills, and maximizing study time.
