Many students struggle with time management, trying to read too quickly and missing important details, or reading too slowly and running out of time. Others have difficulty distinguishing between main ideas and supporting details, or struggle with inference questions that require reading between the lines. Additionally, unfamiliar vocabulary in passages can derail comprehension, even when students understand the overall topic.

Varsity Tutors connects students in Allentown with tutors who teach strategic reading techniques tailored to each student's pace and learning style. Tutors work with students to identify their specific weaknesses—whether that's vocabulary, inference, or time management—and provide targeted practice with real ISEE passages. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, students receive immediate feedback on their approach and can build confidence before test day.

Your first session will focus on understanding your current reading level and identifying specific areas for improvement. The tutor will likely assess your comfort with different passage types, question formats, and pacing strategies. From there, they'll create a personalized plan that targets your needs, whether that's building vocabulary, improving inference skills, or developing a faster, more strategic reading approach.

Most students see noticeable improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, though this varies based on starting level and frequency of sessions. Key improvements often include faster reading speed without sacrificing accuracy, better ability to identify main ideas quickly, and stronger inference skills. The key is regular practice between sessions combined with personalized feedback from your tutor.

Tutors who work with Varsity Tutors for ISEE prep have deep knowledge of the test format, question types, and strategies that work. Many have experience teaching reading comprehension and test preparation, and understand how to break down complex passages and questions into manageable skills. They're skilled at adapting their teaching to different learning styles and identifying exactly where a student is getting stuck.

Varsity Tutors connects students in Allentown with personalized instruction that can be adapted to your schedule and learning environment. With 44 schools and 8 school districts across the Allentown area, students have varying needs—tutors work flexibly to meet you where you are, whether you're preparing for entrance exams or strengthening core reading skills before taking the ISEE.

Your tutor will assign targeted practice passages and questions based on your specific weaknesses, along with strategies to apply during practice. Effective practice includes timing yourself to build speed, reviewing missed questions to understand why you got them wrong, and keeping a vocabulary log of challenging words. Consistent, focused practice between sessions—even 15-20 minutes a few times per week—significantly reinforces what you're learning with your tutor.