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2+ years
I am a retired teacher who tutors and writes and who has had decades of success motivating and preparing people for a range of tests and tasks. I also walk/jog 50-plus miles a week, do yoga, and exercise my critical thinking skills regularly. My students since 1979 have ranged from middle school ur...
Yale University
AM

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Lukas
The ASVAB covers a wide spread — arithmetic reasoning, mechanical comprehension, electronics, and general science — which suits Lukas's broad STEM background well. He zeroes in on the math and technical sections where score gains tend to be largest, teaching shortcuts for word problems and breaking ...
Duke University
Master's/Graduate

Certified Tutor
2+ years
I appreciate the opportunity to share what I've learned with others, to help them succeed. I am a retired civil service employee with extensive experience in defense planning and budget. My interests and hobbies include investments, and strategy games.
Syracuse University
MBA
University of Illinois at Chicago
MBA

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Stephan
I love helping people! Whether it's learning math, writing, reading, etc. or playing sports, I really enjoy seeing other succeed via my assistance. I try to relate to students in whatever they enjoy and in doing so, apply concepts to our like interests to work through difficult subjects as well as...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Degree
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Undergraduate Degree

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Jeffrey
My tutoring approach is one of coaching, mentoring, and helping the student understand exactly what level and detail of help that they need to get ahead. Combining the personal discipline learned during 20 years as a Naval Officer with the unique expertise learned in one-on-one communication with pe...
City University of Seattle
MS
Brigham Young University-Provo
MS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
As a student of life, education, both formal and informal, energizes me. On the formal front, I have my AA in Psychology, my BA in Criminology, and my MS in E-Commerce, and I have an equally diverse post-studies career history. My love of education has taken me to Southern California where I fed my...
National University
MS
University of California-Irvine
MS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
I graduated from Southwestern Illinois University in Edwardsville with a BS in Mathematics Education. My first job was teaching junior high school math in East St. Louis. Some of my students were nearly as old as I. It was quite an experience for a first year teacher. Very challenging. I moved to th...
Northern Illinois University
MED

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Isaiah
I have been coaching students to their best performance in math for seven years. I am fluent in all levels of math, primary, secondary, and freshman/sophomore university level. I am also fluent with the mathematics which one may find on the ACT, SAT, GRE, ASVAB, CLEP test and most standardized test...
Virginia Commonwealth University
BS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
The ASVAB's Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge sections are where Rowan's deep math background pays off most directly — everything from basic algebra and geometry to word problems involving rates, percentages, and proportions. Rowan also brings experience across science and verbal subjec...
Saint Louis University-Main Campus
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Bill
I tutor kids of all ages, and specialize in those with ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Asperger's and Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as those with emotional and cognitive disorders. My preferred subjects are test preparation (SAT, ACT, GRE, etc.), Math, Science, and English.
SUNY Empire State College
Undergraduate Degree
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a standardized test used by all branches of the military to assess your skills in math, reading, science, and mechanical reasoning. Your score determines military career eligibility, enlistment qualifications, and the jobs available to you—making it a critical step for students in Honolulu considering military service.
The ASVAB includes nine subtests: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Mathematics Knowledge, General Science, Electronics Information, Mechanical Comprehension, Assembling Objects, and Auto & Shop Information. Personalized tutoring helps you focus on your weaker areas—whether that's math concepts, reading comprehension, or technical knowledge—rather than spending equal time on everything.
Many students struggle with the math sections, particularly Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge, which require quick problem-solving under time pressure. Others find the technical content (Electronics, Mechanical Comprehension) unfamiliar if they haven't had hands-on experience. Working with a tutor helps you identify your specific weak spots and build confidence in those areas before test day.
In a classroom, instruction moves at an average pace—which may be too fast if you're struggling with fundamentals or too slow if you're ahead. Personalized tutoring adapts to your learning style, paces content to your needs, and focuses intensively on your problem areas. This targeted approach typically leads to faster improvement and higher confidence on test day.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and how much you practice, but students typically see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of focused tutoring. The key is identifying exactly which concepts or question types are holding you back, then drilling those areas with strategic practice and feedback—something personalized instruction excels at.
Your first session is a diagnostic—the tutor will assess your current strengths and weaknesses across the ASVAB sections, understand your timeline, and learn your learning style. From there, you'll build a customized study plan that prioritizes the areas where you'll gain the most points, along with test-taking strategies specific to the ASVAB format.
Most students benefit from 4-12 weeks of preparation, depending on their baseline skills and target score. If you're strong in math and reading but weak in technical content, you might need less time. A tutor can give you a realistic timeline after assessing where you stand and help you stay on track with a structured study schedule.
Look for tutors with strong backgrounds in math, science, and reading—the core ASVAB subjects. Ideally, they have experience with military entrance exams and understand the specific format and time pressure of the test. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven success helping students prepare for standardized military entrance exams.
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