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.
Diptesh: TACHS course instructor
...a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!" moments) and appreciation of whatever they choose to study! In the future, I seek to...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- Advanced Placement
- HSPT
- SHSAT
- +88 subjects
Robert: TACHS course instructor
...for over two years, at a private company and with my own clients. My students have shown great improvements in a variety of subjects, from SAT, SHSAT and Regents prep to Calculus, Physics, and Geometry. I specialize in mathematics, however, my writing and reading comprehension skills are of an equally high level. Having achieved top scores on both the SAT and SHSAT, along with various regents tests, I know what it takes to understand subject...
Education & Certification
- Stevens Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Engineering
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SAT
- SHSAT
- PSAT
- +29 subjects
Jacob: TACHS course instructor
...students in Introductory Biology, as a camp counselor at the Central Park Zoo, and as a tap dance instructor. My academic strengths are science, social sciences, music, and SAT preparation. I loved my time in primary and secondary school and hope to instill my excitement for learning into my tutees. While sometimes tests (both standardized and otherwise) can be tricky and decrease students' faith in themselves, I am certain that, with a little confidence boost,...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Music and Biology
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ISEE
- SAT
- REGENTS
- +68 subjects
Mary: TACHS course instructor
...grandmother) in the kitchen. I love to write, and love helping students write as creatively as possible within the parameters of their schoolwork. I’m committed to making learning as fun and enjoyable. Having been an occasionally reluctant learner, I believe that most people are happiest when they feel that they’re learning independently, and are empowered enough to make their education their own. I want to help students create this sense of worth and importance within...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Plan II Honors
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SAT
- ACT
- GED
- +82 subjects
Zach: TACHS course instructor
...become a ship captain. After he passed, I knew teaching was something I cared deeply about. I tutored my way through college at Wesleyan University, where I graduated with Honors. Now with five years of experience, I am prepared to teach on a wide range of subjects in a variety of styles. When not tutoring, I am a playwright and lyricist, working on my second musical; a drummer playing shows throughout the city; and an...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ACT
- SSAT
- PSAT
- +62 subjects
Emma: TACHS course instructor
I began tutoring six years ago, and have been working with a variety of age groups and subjects ever since. I have tutored in elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and colleges. In college, I majored in Philosophy and minored in Physics and English. I'm excited to work with students and help them learn in their own individual ways!
Education & Certification
- Kenyon College - Bachelors, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SHSAT
- ISEE
- SSAT
- +50 subjects
Allison: TACHS course instructor
...more involved in education when I worked as a co-teacher with Peace by Peace, where I taught non-violent conflict resolution skills to fourth grade students during my senior year. It was rewarding to watch the students grasp new concepts, test new teaching strategies, and see the results. After graduation, I joined the US Peace Corps where I provided community health education at a village health center. Instructing village health staff in community education techniques allowed...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SAT
- PSAT
- SHSAT
- +42 subjects
Owen: TACHS course instructor
...of math, science and standardized testing. After college, I spent two years working as a biology teacher at a top charter school in NYC where my classes ranked #1 by test results. I left teaching to pursue a role as a financial analyst, but I have maintained a full roster of 1-1 private students since. I truly love working with students to help them achieve more than they (and their parents) thought possible. Let's get...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SHSAT
- HSPT
- PSAT
- +35 subjects
Anne: TACHS course instructor
...speak fluently), took subjects in the humanities and the sciences, became a Pilates instructor, and also played drums and wrote music professionally! As a result, I can truly get in the mindset of a student who is learning something - NO question is out-of-bounds or silly - it all comes from a place where the mind is trying to incorporate new information. There is nothing worse than an expert "teacher" who has forgotten what the...
Education & Certification
- Bard College - Bachelors, Russian Studies
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Physical Therapy
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ACT
- ISEE
- SSAT
- +70 subjects
Vina: TACHS course instructor
...to my artistic background, I also carry an academic background in biology and am hexa-lingual. Upon my arrival in the U.S., I obtained a degree of B.S. in finance from Rutgers University and have worked within the financial industry as a financial analyst as well as as an accountant for over ten years. Nevertheless, I have always carried a profound interest in teaching and tutoring throughout my career while working on Wall Street and within...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, FINANCE / ECONOMICS
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SSAT
- ISEE
- SHSAT
- +53 subjects
Jeff: TACHS course instructor
...students or had parents who were recent immigrants to this country, and I consider my work helping them prepare for tests and gain acceptance into colleges to be my greatest achievement at this point in my life. In the teaching process, I consider patience to be my strongest quality, as I've found that students are able to perform better in a subject once they are shown problems or the study material in a different way...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Neuroscience/Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ACT
- SSAT
- SAT
- +37 subjects
Angelo: TACHS course instructor
Hi! My name is Angelo and I love tutoring students in math. I feel in today's world that schools overcomplicate certain subjects, my goal is to help students learn simple and effective strategies to help solve problems. I gained my Microsoft Excel 2016 certification in 2020 and am ready to help teach others .
Education & Certification
- Saint Johns University - Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ACT
- SAT
- Exam FM - Financial Mathematics
- +27 subjects
Sean: TACHS course instructor
...autism spectrum school for about four years as a direct care staff person. I taught Spanish to two adolescents while there. I also experienced growth myself, as I had not realized how important socialization is to learning. As you may or may not know, socialization is a big barrier to many students on the spectrum. Finally, I have been substitute teaching in the Albany, NY area, which renewed my interest in being an instructor/facilitator/guide to...
Education & Certification
- The College of Saint Rose - Bachelors, Spanish
- Central Connecticut State University - Masters, Special Education
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- GED
- SAT Subject Tests
- REGENTS
- +119 subjects
Gabriella: TACHS course instructor
I am a 2/5 Biomedical Engineering major at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ. I have prior experience tutoring mostly high school students in mathematics and science. In my experience, one of the most important aspects of tutoring is setting goals at the very beginning and working toward that goal. My primary goal is to help students become confident in the fields they are studying.
Education & Certification
- Stevens Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SHSAT
- REGENTS
- Elementary School Math
- +24 subjects
Collin: TACHS course instructor
...practice and win. I am a firm believer in the importance of cultivating joy and passion in each and every learning experience. I understand that everyone learns differently and every concept can be understood in a variety of ways. I strive to figure out how my students learn best and, more importantly, how they can do so with a new found joy and passion for the subject at hand. Outside of the academic arena, I...
Education & Certification
- Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelors, Theatre & Language
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- ISEE
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +58 subjects
Steven: TACHS course instructor
...to share knowledge, yet patient and understanding of different students. As a college student, I was a peer counselor, in which I empathetically and nonjudgmentally provided emotional support to others who were struggling with an issue. With these skills, I am comfortable with leading a student through academic material while minimizing frustration and confusion. Furthermore, my undergraduate training in human development allows me to confidently work with others whom are different ages and cultures. These...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelors, Human Development
- Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences - Masters, Biomedical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SAT
- SHSAT
- REGENTS
- +35 subjects
Jennifer: TACHS course instructor
...As a math tutor, my goal is for my students to not only learn, but to also understand that it is an exercise in reasoning. I want them to come to know that math can, in fact, be fun. As a reading tutor, I want to share practices and tips that enabled me to be successful and to instill a lifelong love of reading in my students. I will receive my Master of Education degree...
Education & Certification
- McKendree University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management
- Lindenwood University - Masters in Education, Elementary School Teaching
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SAT
- GED
- PSAT
- +84 subjects
Kenneth: TACHS course instructor
My bachelor's degree in math comes from Fairmont State University. I have over four years of experience in NYC public schools, and I'm embarrassed by the lack of effort put forth to instill the importance of a Mathematical mind. I feel like my love and enthusiasm for Math makes me an excellent tutor.
Education & Certification
- Fairmont State University - Bachelors, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- REGENTS
- SHSAT
- SAT
- +27 subjects
Tania: TACHS course instructor
...I began tutoring as a requirement of the National Honor Society. I continued tutoring privately when I entered college mainly for elementary aged students. Currently, I work with an after school program where I work with large groups of students with ages ranging from 4-12 years old. I love being able to help someone who is struggling to grasp a concept. This is something I believe I excel at, and I am looking forward to...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelors, Business and Financial Management
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- Business
- High School English
- +20 subjects
Cadrian: TACHS course instructor
...own startups in data analytics and e-commerce, and had multiple successful exits. I am now a father of two, and recently moved back to the States. Since the pandemic we have been experimenting homeschooling our own children, and I see tutoring online as a growing experience of mine as I'm learning to be a good teacher of my own children. I love teaching and sharing with others. I'm passionate about various academic domains such as...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering Technology
- Washington University in St Louis - Master of Science, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- TACHS
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +38 subjects