Award-Winning ISEE Tutors
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ISEE
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I am primarily an SAT and writing tutor with two years of experience and over 60 former students. I have spent hundreds of hours familiarizing myself with dozens of real SAT tests and SAT format-specific strategies. While a tutor, and later general manager, at a boutique university admissions consulting company in Cairo Egypt, I applied my teaching experience to a leading role developing SAT curricula for a variety of skill levels.

I am a senior physics major at Yale, and I have been tutoring non-stop since high school. I have three years of formal, test-prep tutoring experience with top companies in the New York City area. I absolutely love to help people out -- the most important thing I can do as a tutor is to find a new way of explaining something that just makes it click for you!
I am a graduate of Northwestern University with a BA from the School of Communications, GPA 3.6, with a specialty in Theater and Education. Since then, I have worked as an educator at the Rubin Museum of Art, tutored the SAT, regularly traveled to India where I study Tibetan Language and conduct independent research, and have written, produced, and performed in several music and theatrical productions throughout New York City. The foundation of my tutoring philosophy is personalization and understanding. Different students have different learning styles; some learn best by listening, some by seeing, others must do. To that end, I try to tailor my lessons to fit the needs of each individual student. Ultimately, I believe that the ability to excel in educational pursuits rests largely on mental strategy, organization, and skill, all techniques that are very teachable. While absorbing content is important, the way we look at the question being asked and the way we understand the test itself is just as crucial to success, especially in standardized testing. Therefore, no matter what subject I tutor, it is my goal not just to help the student memorize information and facts, but to lead them towards understanding the underlying goals and structure of the test or assignment itself. To this end, in my lessons I often incorporate cutting-edge mindfulness-awareness and associative memory techniques based both on ancient tradition and cutting-edge brain science to aid my students towards deeper understanding, increased scholastic confidence, and reduced stress. I specialize in SAT, SSAT, and SAT II prep for Math, Verbal, Writing, and Literature, as well as High School History, English, Literature, and Writing, any K-8 subject, and college admissions coaching. In my spare time, I compose music, write and direct theater, and perform around New York City.
I am a new graduate of Pomona College, in Claremont, CA, where I studied Religion and Philosophy. While there, I wrote many papers of a wide variety, working on strong arguments, organization, and phrasing. I peer edited as well as volunteering with groups that mentored high school students, focusing on college admissions work, continuing and expanding my experiences from high school of tutoring for standardized testing. Additionally, I taught beginning violin to younger children.
I am a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Drama and a Minor in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Studies. I enjoy tutoring history, reading, writing and language arts, but I am most passionate about helping students of all ages realize their academic goals in any subject!
I'm the philosopher they call Andrew! You are most very definitely welcome to come to me with any school questions, but be warned: there's a good chance we'll soon be figuring out the meaning of life...
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 have worked as a TA and recently spent a summer creating content for educational programs for disadvantaged populations. My priority as a tutor is truly meeting every student where they are and breaking things down into understandable elements to build from there.
I'm a graduate of Loyola University Chicago's Honors Interdisciplinary Program, from which I received a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Civilization. After graduating, I relocated to New York City to pursue my creative goals and obtain an MFA in Fiction writing. I have experience tutoring both adults and gifted adolescents; while I am capable of tutoring a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing, History, and Literature. I believe in the intellectual potential of every student, and have observed that a great many obstacles in a student's educational journey can be overcome through a personal and case-by-case approach on the part of the teacher or tutor. I also believe that early educational success is the foundation for lifetime achievement and general well-being, and I try to relate this in motivational terms to all students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing, running through Brooklyn, and seeing almost any movie in theaters.
I'm a fun-loving, creative writer with a background in teaching high school english literature and critical thinking. I've worked for years in copywriting and editing. I love to take a part text and discuss concepts from sentence structure and vocabulary to building a thesis for an analytic essay. I love working with students of all ages and will customize my lessons to the needs of my student. I approach all of my lessons with energy, passion and patience and would love to work with you!
I am a graduate of the Schreyer Honors College at the Pennsylvania State University. I received my B.A. in English with a minor in Spanish. Currently, I am pursuing my Master’s degree in Comparative Literature at The CUNY Graduate Center with a language focus on Spanish texts and an interest in the American Romantic Movement. I have always had a strong interest in English grammar and composition, and I have tutored that subject area extensively both during my undergraduate studies and at present. My strength is SAT test prep, both Verbal and Writing, as well as Critical Reading and Composition practice. Strong language skills are critical for a student’s success and advancement every step of the way, from elementary school to future growth in the workplace. During tutoring sessions, my goal is to help my students gain not only the skill sets necessary to read critically and write competently, but also to gain a love of reading that will last a lifetime. I try to challenge myself every day to do one thing that pushes me out of my comfort zone, whether it be going for a long run or bike ride to a new part of the city, speaking up in class with a question, or embracing a public speaking opportunity. I have found that when I take a small step towards meeting a challenge, then the next time a big, menacing problem comes around, it just does not seem so bad.
I am currently doing cancer research at the Mount Sinai Medical Center. As a student I was never been able to decide on a favorite subject because I felt anything I studied in school could be fun and much easier if approached with the right attitude. Instead of boring memorization, I like to look for patterns and think of creative approaches to study subjects that can otherwise be very frustrating. My goal as a tutor is to help students gain confidence and to think of creative approaches to subjects (or standardized tests) that they struggled with in the past.
I am a PhD Candidate in History at the University of California, Berkeley but am currently living in New York while finishing my dissertation on the British Empire in India in the late 18th Century. I am originally from New York City and attended a very academically oriented private school, so I have first-hand experience with the stresses and concerns many students face, regardless of the school they attend. I benefited from private tuition myself and would like to consider my story a successful one, therefore I hope to carry on the benefits of tutoring to my own students.
I am a strong believer that no two students are alike, so I adapt my teaching style to each student to help them learn using their strengths while developing the areas they need to improve. Additionally, I like to take a holistic view of a students academic needs to help them move beyond their challenges with a particular subject. In my free time, I love reading, listening to podcasts, learning languages, going to concerts, film photography, exploring my neighborhood, and cooking.
I am especially enjoy working with students on Math, English, and Writing. I always work on first ensuring that students understand the underlying fundamental concepts before tackling more complex problems. I love to use real-world, relevant examples to make concepts come to life, and I always try to instill a love and excitement for the subject by making my sessions as animated and exciting as possible. In my spare time, I love to read, do yoga, and go running in Prospect Park.
I am dedicated to infusing choice into student learning. I specialize in early childhood special education, unschooling, building communities, and bicycle travel.
I am a graduate of New York University with a B.A. in Political Science. I've tutored students through the America Reads/America Counts program in college and as an independent tutor in subjects including essay writing, SAT prep, elementary math, phonics, and English as a second language. My style is to adapt to the needs of students and their personalities rather than prescribe a catch-all approach. Coming from an academically high-pressure background (I am a graduate of an International Baccalaureate program high school), I excel at meeting the needs of students trying to succeed in similar environments.
I am highly proficient in mathematics and a highly proficient test taker, scoring in the 99th percentile on the GRE. I consider myself a very intuitive and systematic thinker, able to deconstruct and solve problems of any nature in an efficient and incisive manner. While test-taking can be stressful for students, it neednt be. With the right preparation, any student can learn to navigate standardized tests, and I am here to equip students with the same processes that allowed me to thrive.
I am a recent college graduate with a goal of becoming a physician. I majored in Neuroscience and and have a passion for math as well. I think a good way to help students learn is to get them to stay motivated by being encouraging and showing them the fun in learning. Everything may seem hard at first, but hard work really does pay off in the end. I think the best way to learn is to be open minded and willing to learn.
I am an incredibly dedicated tutor with years of experience and education to help students reach their academic goals. Beginning in high school, I tutored elementary through high school students in mathematics and the sciences. In college, I taught a weekly class to local high school students interested in learning about neuroscience. Since college, I have continued tutoring students on a weekly basis in a wide variety of subjects.
I am a graduate of Middlebury College. At Middlebury I double majored in Economics and History and minored in Spanish. Since graduating over four years ago, I have held two very different jobs! Directly after graduating, I served as a Youth Developement Peace Corps Volunteer in Peru. For two years I lived with a host family in the Andes Mountains and developed sustainable programs in preventative healthcare and education! After Peace Corps I helped launch a technology startup in New York City that partnered with taxi drivers. I absolutely love tutoring and sharing my passion for a variety of subjects including math, history, economics and Spanish! I have extensive experience tutoring all ages, including adults and my approach is collaborative, individualized, and fun. In my free time, you'll find me reading an American History book, running in Prospect Park or finding music with my friends!
I am currently a Junior at The King's College in Manhattan. By May of 2016, I will have completed my Bachelor of Arts in Media, Culture and the Arts, with minors in Philosophy, Theology, and Business. Throughout high school, I had various teaching experiences as a horseback riding instructor, babysitter, and ESL tutor, and after my first year of college, I spent a summer in Kenya working with children through a local orphanage. I love English, reading, writing, and math most, but I am passionate about seeing students excel in all subjects. Oddly enough, I have always enjoyed standardized tests and love seeing students become comfortable with the form. I believe that learning is almost always a matter of crafting things that we already know together into new formats, and I love coming alongside students to aid in that process. Aside from studying, babysitting, and tutoring, you can find me cooking, reading, running, and humbly trying to grow houseplants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test required for admission to many independent schools in the New York area, including several excellent options in Brooklyn. The exam assesses verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, and math achievement across different levels depending on grade.
Students typically take the ISEE in grades 4-11, depending on which grade level they're applying to for admission. If you're exploring independent school options for students in Brooklyn, understanding the ISEE format and expectations is an important first step in the application process.
ISEE tutoring with personalized 1-on-1 instruction focuses on identifying each student's specific strengths and gaps—whether that's struggling with inference questions, building math fundamentals, or managing test anxiety. Rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum, a tutor can target exactly what each student needs to improve.
Personalized instruction also allows tutors to teach test-taking strategy alongside content. A tutor might help a student learn when to skip difficult questions, how to pace through the reading section, or which quantitative problems benefit from working backwards—skills that classroom instruction typically doesn't have time to address in depth.
Many students struggle with the verbal reasoning section, which requires understanding word relationships and analogy-style thinking—skills that feel unfamiliar compared to traditional vocabulary tests. The reading comprehension passages are also longer and more complex than what students encounter in typical classroom reading, requiring strong inference and detail-tracking skills.
On the math side, students often face timing pressure because the ISEE covers a broad range of grade-level concepts, and some questions require applying multiple skills. Additionally, test anxiety is particularly common with the ISEE since admission stakes feel high, which can impact performance even for well-prepared students.
Ideally, students benefit from starting ISEE prep 3-4 months before their test date. This timeline allows enough time to build foundational skills, practice with full-length exams, review mistakes, and develop test-taking strategy without feeling rushed.
However, the right timing depends on the individual student. A student who is strong in math but needs significant reading support might need more time; a naturally strong reader might need just focused prep on quantitative reasoning. Tutors can assess a student's starting point and recommend a realistic timeline during an initial consultation.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven experience preparing students for the ISEE and understand the specific demands of the test. Tutors are matched based on their background, availability, and expertise with your student's specific needs—whether that's a particular grade level or learning style.
You'll work with the same tutor for consistency, which is especially valuable for test prep. The tutor becomes familiar with your student's strengths, anxiety triggers, and learning patterns, making each session more targeted and effective. Reach out to get started with a tutor who can create a personalized ISEE prep plan.
Score improvements vary by student, but personalized tutoring typically focuses on moving students from inconsistent performance to reliable mastery of specific question types. Many students see the biggest gains in areas where they had specific skill gaps—for example, a student who struggled with reading inference might jump from 40th to 70th percentile in that section after targeted practice.
Beyond raw scores, effective ISEE tutoring builds test confidence and stamina. Students learn to approach the exam strategically rather than rushing through sections or second-guessing themselves. This confidence often translates to higher performance on test day, even in sections where the underlying skills were already solid.
Yes—the ISEE has different levels depending on the grade the student is applying to: Lower Level (grades 4-5), Middle Level (grades 6-7), Upper Level (grades 8-11), and Advanced Level (for 11th-12th graders). Each level has different content expectations and question complexity.
This is why personalized tutoring is valuable: a tutor can tailor prep specifically to your student's ISEE level rather than using generic materials. The reading passages, math concepts, and verbal reasoning approaches differ between levels, so targeted preparation makes a real difference in readiness.
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