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Certified Tutor
2+ years
I love to help students to do well on the SAT and ACT Verbal, Reading, and English sections. I have tutored these areas of standardized tests for more than 3 years. My approach is not "standardized" because I enjoy working one-on-one with clients to tailor learning experiences that address each pe...
University of Pennsylvania
PhD

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Straley
I hold a Master's degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a Bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University. I tutored GED math for 3 years in college, so I have experience breaking down concepts for students with a variety of learning styles. I've also informally tutored oth...
Johns Hopkins University
Master's/Graduate
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Math has been my passion ever since high school - from earning 1st place nationally in Calculus and Linear Algebra, to competing on the AMC 10, AMC 12, and AIME exams. At Princeton, I tutored peers in Multivariable Calculus, and since then I've worked with middle school through college students in G...
Princeton University
BS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
As a professional educator with over a decade of experience, I specialize in delivering personalized, high-impact instruction across the humanities, test preparation, and college readiness. I've taught everything from early literacy and middle school ELA to AP-level history, civics, and economicsand...
University of Notre Dame
AB

Certified Tutor
2+ years
I'm a highly skilled, professional tutor with over 20 years experience. I have an exceptional ability to teach math to students with severe learning challenges. I make all levels of math understandable and foster confidence in the student. I'm also expert in SAT/ACT test preparation and high school ...
Northwestern University
DSC
University of Chicago
DSC

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Byron
I like helping students. I am very patient. I have experience teaching Calculus classes at the University of Miami. I have done private tutoring for all levels of math up to Calculus, as well as Statistics, Business Math, and Math Finance. I have worked in the actuarial field. I have an undergradua...
University of Miami
MS
Michigan State University
MS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
As both a student and an employee, I have been involved in higher education for over twenty years. I earned my bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago (English-Writing), my master's degree from Regis University (Nonprofit Management), and currently hold a college administrative ...
Regis University
MBA
University of Illinois at Chicago
MBA

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Matthew
Hi! My name is Matt Hlavin. I am currently working on my Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering. I would consider myself a lifelong learner. Education has always had a special place in my heart, and now I am excited to share my love for learning with you!
Johns Hopkins University
Master's/Graduate
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Hi! I am passionate about tutoring and mentoring students. I want to make learning fun and want to work together to reach your academic goals! Look forward to connecting with you!! :)
Johns Hopkins University
MPH

Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have had the opportunity to teach and to tutor thousands of students over my 33 year teaching career. I believe that each student is unique, and that academic skills and weaknesses should be assessed and targeted for the best results. I also hope that it can be a FUN learning experience! I love i...
Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus
MED
Misericordia University
MED
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The High School Placement Test (HSPT) is a standardized entrance exam used by many Catholic and private schools across Louisiana to assess student readiness for high school. For students in New Orleans, the HSPT is often a key requirement for admission to selective secondary schools in the area, making strong performance important for accessing preferred educational options.
The HSPT includes five main sections: Verbal Skills, Quantitative Skills, Reading, Mathematics, and Language. Each section tests different foundational abilities—from vocabulary and reasoning to problem-solving and grammar—that schools use to evaluate a student's academic preparedness for high school coursework.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific strengths and gaps—whether that's verbal reasoning, math computation, or reading comprehension—and focus practice where it matters most. This targeted approach is far more efficient than classroom review, helping students build confidence and improve scores in areas that need the most work.
Many students struggle with the Verbal Skills section, which requires quick vocabulary recognition and logical reasoning under time pressure. Others find the Quantitative Skills section challenging because it tests non-calculator math and pattern recognition. Personalized tutoring helps students develop test-taking strategies, build speed, and strengthen foundational skills in these high-difficulty areas.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of focused preparation before test day, though the right timeline depends on your current skill level and target score. Tutors can assess where you stand and create a customized study plan that builds skills progressively and ensures you're ready when test day arrives.
Score improvement varies by student, but consistent 1-on-1 instruction typically leads to measurable gains within 4-6 weeks of regular sessions. The key is identifying weak areas early, practicing with real test questions, and refining test-taking strategies—all things personalized tutoring addresses directly.
Look for tutors with strong backgrounds in standardized test preparation, familiarity with the HSPT format, and experience working with middle school students. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who understand the specific skills tested on the HSPT and know how to help students build both content knowledge and test-taking confidence.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your current strengths and areas for improvement across all five HSPT sections. From there, your tutor creates a personalized study plan focused on your goals and timeline, so you can start making progress right away.
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