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10+ years
Amanda
Preparing for the GED means juggling multiple subjects at once, and Amanda's strongest contribution is on the math and reasoning side — tackling everything from data interpretation and percentages to algebraic problem-solving. She builds each session around the question types that appear most often,...
Seattle University
Current Undergrad Student, Applied Mathematics
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samuel
I am a freshman at Caltech majoring in Applied and Computational Mathematics. My favorite subject to tutor is math because I find it very rewarding to simplify complex topics to aid in understanding. I have lots of tutoring experience. In high school, I ran and taught an SAT prep class and was vice ...
California Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Sharon
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classro...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Science, Journalism
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Zachary
I am passionate about teaching and tutoring and I thoroughly enjoy helping students gain an understanding and a drive for their studies. I have a long history of working with students of all grade levels and abilities (elementary school through college), and I have a good understanding of strategies...
Yale University
Bachelors, Biochemistry and Biophysics
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The GED (General Educational Development) is a high school equivalency credential recognized by employers and colleges nationwide. In Washington State, students pursue the GED for various reasons—including those who didn't complete traditional high school, adults returning to education, or individuals seeking career advancement. Passing all four GED subtests (Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies) demonstrates high school-level competency.
Your first session focuses on assessment and planning. A tutor will evaluate your current knowledge across all four GED subtests, identify your strongest and weakest areas, and discuss your timeline and goals. This personalized evaluation helps create a targeted study plan that addresses your specific gaps rather than generic test prep.
Many students struggle with time management on the timed exam, especially the math section which requires both computational skills and reasoning. Others find it difficult to balance GED prep with work or family responsibilities. Personalized instruction helps by letting you focus study time on your weakest areas and developing test-taking strategies that work for your learning style, rather than spending time on concepts you've already mastered.
The GED math section tests algebra, geometry, and data analysis—skills that require both conceptual understanding and problem-solving speed. Tutors work with you on foundational gaps, teach strategic approaches to multi-step problems, and provide extensive practice with timed problem sets. Many students see significant improvement by focusing on the specific question types that appear most frequently on the actual exam.
This section tests reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills across fiction, nonfiction, and workplace documents. You'll need to understand main ideas, analyze arguments, identify grammatical errors, and write a short essay. Personalized tutoring helps you develop reading strategies for different text types and master the specific grammar rules the GED emphasizes, rather than reviewing everything from scratch.
Most students benefit from 2-4 months of consistent preparation, though your timeline depends on your starting point and how much time you can dedicate weekly. Students with stronger foundational skills may prepare faster, while those needing significant review in multiple subjects may benefit from longer preparation. Working with a tutor helps you create a realistic timeline and stay accountable to your goals.
With personalized instruction, you focus exclusively on your weak areas instead of reviewing material you've already mastered—saving time and accelerating progress. A tutor adapts pacing and teaching methods to match your learning style, provides immediate feedback on practice problems, and helps you develop confidence in test-taking strategies. This targeted approach is especially valuable for working adults or those juggling multiple responsibilities.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors experienced in GED preparation. Simply share your goals and current skill level, and you'll be matched with a tutor who fits your needs and schedule. Your first session includes a skills assessment to identify your priorities, so your entire study plan is personalized from day one.
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