If you are someone who is looking to attend a Catholic High School in the Diocese of Brooklyn or the Archdiocese of New York, Varsity Tutors is here to provide you with the opportunity to prepare for the necessary exam by taking part in a TACHS course. TACHS stands for the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools. A TACHS prep course with Varsity Tutors can give you the tools you need to reach for your goals on exam day. The results of the test are an important factor in admissions decisions for the school year, beginning the year following administration of the exam. Varsity Tutors offers TACHS classes that cover all of the skills the test is designed to evaluate. Those skills are listed below:
TACHS Skills Tested
- Reading
- Written Expression
- Math
- General Reasoning Skills
If you are looking for some extra preparation in any number of these subject areas, a TACHS class with Varsity Tutors could be a good option for you.
Our TACHS prep classes consist of one-on-one study sessions with an experienced tutor. These instructors can help you learn what to expect as the exam approaches. The main focus of a TACHS prep class is, of course, the material relevant to the exam. But tutors can also help you prepare for the format of the test and also share test-taking tips and strategies that could prove helpful during difficult portions. There are a number of things you are not allowed to bring into the exam. They are listed below:
Not Allowed During the TACHS Exam
- Electronic or battery operated devices
- Cell phones, calculators, watches, etc.
- Scratch paper
- Food
- Beverages
You will head into the test with simply the skills and knowledge you have developed in your preparation time. A TACHS class with Varsity Tutors can help provide you with the tools you need to attack the exam with confidence in your own abilities.
One of the biggest benefits of working individually with a tutor is the opportunity to receive instruction that is personalized to your strengths and weaknesses. When participants sign up for TACHS prep courses, Varsity Tutors does its best to match them with an instructor who is able to work with the student's schedule to develop a plan of convenient study sessions. Our online platform allows you to meet with your tutor in a virtual setting, so you don't have to go through the hassle of traveling to and from your sessions. You can take part in them wherever you have an internet connection.
As part of a TACHS course, tutors can work with you to first evaluate your established skills as they relate to the exam material. Perhaps you are all set on the necessary math but could use some extra preparation when it comes to reading. Instructors are able to tailor their lesson plans to ensure none of your valuable time is wasted and that they are filling in any gaps that you may have.
If one of our TACHS courses sounds like it could be beneficial to your test preparation, contact Varsity Tutors today to get started. You can reach our Educational Directors by phone or online, and they are happy to answer any questions you may have prior to signing up.
Joe: TACHS course instructor
I am a NYS certified teacher in both elementary and special education. I work with many students who are struggling with reading and math. Tutoring should be a fun experience in which the student feels comfortable in the learning process. Tailoring to each childs needs is important because each one of them has a unique style of learning. I have tutored many students with positive results. I am also familiar with test prep strategies for...
Education & Certification
- Monroe College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business
- Iona College - Masters, Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Phonics
- Elementary School Math
- Elementary School Writing
- +43 subjects
Kim: TACHS course instructor
...many have been accepted at their top choice colleges. My teaching philosophy is to help my students achieve their greatest potential. I know each student is an individual and they all have different abilities, learning styles, and interests. I incorporate different teaching styles and tailor my sessions to help all my students grasp the concepts we cover. My passion is tutoring Mathematics. The best part of my work is when I see the material click...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Lehman - Masters, Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Test Prep
- Algebra
- HSPT
- +29 subjects
Jamie: TACHS course instructor
...American and ancient history, especially the rise and fall of great powers throughout world history. I also like to say I am a number person, and love using statistics to look at a situation differently or explain everyday life. Here at Varsity I tutor all levels of Algebra, History, and Social Studies as well as SAT, ACT, SSAT and other standardized tests. In my spare time (when not tutoring, working, or training) I enjoy playing...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, History
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Advanced Placement
- College Level American History
- SSAT- Upper Level
- +39 subjects
Hope: TACHS course instructor
...and trigonometry, as well as tutored high school students on Precalculus and Calculus. I have equally strong experience teaching and tutoring all three sections of the SAT. What makes me a great tutor is my ability to empathize with the needs of each of my tutees and help them figure out how they best learn the material. My proficiency in the subject and strong teaching background are two different skills; combined together, they make me...
Education & Certification
- Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ISEE
- SAT
- Middle School Math
- +22 subjects
Tiffany: TACHS course instructor
...and joy of reading alive for my students. As a teacher with years of experience, I have encountered scholars with diverse reading levels and abilities. Although multiple strategies are used to reach each and every one of my students, one thing they all have in common is a shared love and appreciation for reading. While reading is my favorite, I have tutored students in phonics, writing, and elementary math. In each of these subjects, my...
Education & Certification
- Long Island University - Bachelors, Education
- Fordham University - Master of Science, Students with Disabilities
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Elementary School Math
- Math
- Writing
- +13 subjects
Arun: TACHS course instructor
...their understanding. By spending time with my student, I can assess those gaps and fill them, helping my students improve. All the knowledge in the world will amount to naught if you don't have the confidence to apply it. I build up my student's confidence, not with platitudes or empty praise, but by having them practice and learn to believe in themselves. Too often, people are derailed by factors that have nothing to do with...
Education & Certification
- George Washington University - Bachelors, Physics
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Elementary Math
- Test Prep
- SAT Math
- +32 subjects
Jennifer: TACHS course instructor
...go the extra mile with my students-students of all ages and abilities. While I tutor in a wide variety of subjects, I especially enjoy math and writing skills. Math was always one of my favorite subjects in school, and I enjoy the process of communicating those concepts to students. Writing is also exciting for me to tutor because I am fascinated by my students' perspectives and how to make those stronger in their own writing....
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Math
- History
- English
- +73 subjects
Jennifer: TACHS course instructor
...simply to meet the overt goals of each student during our sessions. In addition to imparting information, developing specific subject skills, and promoting conceptual understanding of the study topic, I strive to teach my students vital critical thinking and problem solving skills to increase their innate abilities as self-educators. My goal for each of my students is to have them gain the competence and confidence to proceed through life prepared to take full advantage of...
Education & Certification
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Brandeis University - Master of Science, Molecular Biology
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ASPIRE Reading
- Comparative Literature
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +126 subjects
Amy: TACHS course instructor
...I am a diligent worker and consistently ensure that I am prepared to meet the student's needs. I am exceptionally patient and excellent at developing creative ways for learning when I see a student needs a new approach. Further, from years of experience taking standardized tests (including the SAT and MCAT), AP classes, college courses, and pre-medical prerequisites, I have a thorough understanding of the level of work that is required for success.
Education & Certification
- Middlebury College - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SSAT
- Neuroscience
- Chemistry
- +60 subjects
Daniel: TACHS course instructor
...all around us and a strong understanding of basic applications is an essential part of every student's education. I strive to create a friendly and light-hearted working environment where students are comfortable asking questions because, from my experience, it is more conducive to learning. I tutor a host of Mathematical subjects but also specialize in helping students through the academic writing process. In my spare time I enjoy writing various forms of fiction and playing...
Education & Certification
- Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Statistics
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Algebra
- SSAT- Middle Level
- College Algebra
- +25 subjects
