Top HSPT Tutors serving Long Island

Christopher: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...junior and senior high school students. Of course, being a college math lab tutor, I gain some valuable experience working with the college level students. I also learned a lot from the students I've taught. To me, teaching is also a learning process. Not only reviewing what I know about the subjects, but most importantly, learning how to teach each student with different method, a unique one. Those teaching experience is my biggest and most...
Education & Certification
CUNY Queens College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Computer Science

Carlos: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
Mechanical engineering student with mention to energy, thermo-fluids, and mechanisms. Engineering skills include computer design, stress analysis, and thermo-fluid simulations with math analysis. Experience as a research assistant working with energy-efficient systems who aims to learn and adapt to all types of situations.
Education & Certification
New Jersey Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology - Master of Mechnaical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Audrey: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...a lot, I want to share this love with you. I am a lifelong learner and I speak three languages, so I know perfectly how to teach you a new one, or help you improve your reading, understanding and writing skills. I graduated as a french teacher with Alliance Francaise. For fun, for culture, to improve your grades at school, to find a new job, I will be here to help you to achieve whichever...
Education & Certification
PARIS XIII - Bachelors, Communication
Alliance Francaise - Current Grad Student, Teaching French as A Foreign Language

Edward: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...students from low-income communities. I especially liked how the help I offered to these motivated students propelled them to higher scores and great colleges. I have also served as an Introductory and advanced Chemistry and Math tutor for college students for many years. As a first-generation college graduate, I believe it is my calling to go to every length to make students succeed. My favorite activities outside academics is watching and playing soccer (football) and...
Education & Certification
CUNY City College - Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology

Caroline: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...I love math and science and love working with kids so teaching and tutoring is really the culmination of my passions :) In my spare time I like to cook, go for bike rides, rock climb, knit, and go for runs in the park. I believe that learning should be fun so I always try to let my personality shine through when working with kids so that they feel comfortable and that they can be...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Physics, Mathematics
Pace University-New York - Current Grad Student, Science Teaching

Bill: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...both faculty and students) as a college professor are universally excellent, and reflect my ability to motivate students, clearly structure lessons, and make very complex material understandable. I have taught college-level statistics many times, and have done graduate-level statistics as part of my research. SPSS is no problem. Name a field of psychology: I've probably taught it, and can tutor it. These would include developmental, neurobiological, personality, clinical, and cognitive. Most people need to learn...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - PHD, Neuropsychology

Evan: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...tutoring when I was in college. Ever since then i found nothing but joy when I was able to help students succeed in their work. When I am not working I enjoy being outdoors, going to museums, sporting events and comedy shows. I really like to read an play just about any sport. Another hobby of mine is photography. I take pictures at all types of parties ranging from sweet sixteens to weddings.... My teaching philosophy...
Education & Certification
SUNY College at Buffalo - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Long Island University-C W Post Campus - Master of Arts Teaching, Mathematics Teacher Education

Ethan: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Austrian high schools, learning from a number of skilled local teachers, and developing and teaching my own English lessons. As a tutor, 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...
Education & Certification
University of California-Santa Cruz - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 710

Michael: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...years of experience. I tutor a broad range of subjects including a variety of test prep. My students have benefited greatly from Standardized Test Prep in both the Critical Reading and Mathematics Sections of the SAT. I try to impart study habits to my students that are not only useful but I feel absolutely necessary for success. I feel that my strength lies in predicting student mistakes and preparing for them in advance, as well...
Education & Certification
St. John's University - Bachelor in Arts, Government and Politics

Vivian: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...the beauty in a particular concept, realizing its elegance, makes understanding difficult material not only enjoyable but also a little easier. In each session, I encourage open communication about any difficulties my students have with the day's material. Students must feel comfortable enough to express when they don't understand a concept - no matter how seemingly insignificant. With the information my students relay, I can tailor each session appropriately. Ultimately, I want to give my...
Education & Certification
Dartmouth College - Current Undergrad Student, History
SAT Verbal: 790
SAT Writing: 800

Marlene: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
I received my Masters Degree in Special Education from Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY. I was a classroom teacher for 13 years, I am a certified Special Education Teacher. I believe that all children can learn, each child learns in his or her own way. I will keep trying to find the technique that works best for each of my student's so that they can go forward toward reaching their educational goals.... All students can...
Education & Certification
Herbert Lehman - Bachelors, Recreation Education
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Masters, Special Education

Sheena: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...bring them back in ways that each student is interested in to see maximum results. Most importantly, I find ways to make the material interesting and easily relatable to my students. A personal investment in material is a great way to see progress! Aside from learning and teaching, I love traveling (I recently visited Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia and plan to go to South Africa in a bit), cooking/baking, and dancing. I have always found...
Education & Certification
Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College - Bachelors, Economics, Chinese
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Jeanne: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...do with Language Arts is my forte. Although this is my preference, I am still able to teach and tutor my students about other subjects such as Science and Math. As long as I have access to their school textbooks and exercises, I will be able to help them hone their knowledge on these subject matters. Personally, I think tutoring is a matter of simplifying things to suit the learning style of each student which...
Education & Certification
De La Salle College of Saint Benilde - Bachelors, Business Administration Major in Computer Application
St Theresa's College - Diploma, Professional Education

Laurie : Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...pursue a career in education. With many years of experience in and out of the classroom, I have seen firsthand how students learn differently and how important it is to meet each student where they are at. Most importantly, learning should be fun and I love to use music and art as tools to make any lesson more engaging. I am patient and understanding and will always make sure to listen to every question asked....
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Social Work
CUNY City College - Masters, Special Education

Natasha: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Education, and I've put that into practice during my teaching: elementary ESL and high school Japanese and English/ESL. I've also taught English in elementary schools in Japan, and worked online and in person with kids and adults in ESL and Japanese. I have experience tutoring for standardized tests as well. I believe that we can work together to construct knowledge instead of just lecturing at you while you memorize facts. I want to help you...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Asian Studies
New York University - Master of Arts Teaching, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 770

Andrew: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...students to develop a love and appreciation for learning. This past spring, I graduated from Missouri State University summa cum laude with an overall GPA of 3.93. I received my BFA in Acting, but I also have training in psychology, Spanish (7 years), English, and Communications! In my tutoring sessions, I like to make short term and longterm goals with your child as well as reinforce study habits. Depending on your student and his or...
Education & Certification
Missouri State University - Bachelors, BFA Acting
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 32

Milo: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...off-Broadway theater Playwrights Horizons, where I read play submissions and write thoughtful response letters. For three years, I worked as Enrichment Director at a Shakespeare education program at New Pond Farm in Redding, Connecticut. I helped teenaged actors struggle through difficult passages of iambic pentameter in Twelfth Night and Macbeth. The goal was not only to understand but ultimately even enjoy yes, enjoy Shakespeares dense and often bewildering sonnets, comedies, and tragedies. My hobbies including...
Education & Certification
Bard College - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Literature, History, and Criticism
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 700

Lee: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...students achieved the highest score in her school on the Social Studies State Exam. In addition, my students improved by 30% after only 20 tutoring hours (on average, comparing pre-assessment and post-assessment scores). I have experience tutoring grades 1-8, but I really shine with elementary students. I strive to help students reach the next level; whether they are struggling to keep up, or striving to be at the head of the class. I have experience...
Education & Certification
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, English
CUNY Hunter College - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher

Amy: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
I am an experienced teacher and tutor who loves working with students to help achieve their educational goals! I work with students of all ages to accelerate their learning.
Education & Certification
Centenary College - Bachelor in Arts, English
National University - Master of Arts, English
State Certified Teacher

Manisha: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
I have the ability to connect with my students and help them not only gain clarity in the subject but also achieve a higher level of self-confidence. My goal is in making the fundamentals clear and thorough understanding of the subject by making teaching and learning an enjoyable experience.
Education & Certification
Mumbai University - Bachelor of Commerce, Business Administration and Management
University of Northampton - Master in Management, Business Administration and Management
Private HSPT Tutoring in Long Island, NY
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Long Island HSPT Tutoring FAQ
Sending your child to a private or parochial high school is a proactive way to try to make sure that education becomes and remains a priority. The best private schools and Catholic schools will use the High School Placement Test (HSPT) to make admissions decisions. Your son or daughter's test grades will also be a factor in any school funding or scholarship decisions. A tutor can try to help you and your student feel a lot better about the test, and more confident about the results. A professional HSPT tutor in Long Island, New York, is an excellent way to try to help your student prepare for the exam.
A tutor can try to help your youngster prepare for the test by reviewing the subject areas and administering practice exams. Our educational directors can help you locate an independent tutor in Long Island who is skilled at helping students get prepared for the HSPT. The test is divided into five sections, and your child's tutor can give equal awareness of all of the content areas, or give attention to a specific area of concern, such as language skills or math. Your eighth grader must be willing to answer nearly 300 questions, and all of those are multiple choice. An excellent tutor will teach your student strategies for time management, studying, and feeling prepared on the day of the exam.
Most students only take this test once, so it's difficult to know very well what to expect. When your child works with a tutor, they could do a comprehensive overview of the test's subject matter, or focus on the areas that would be the most challenging. Your child's tutor can come prepared with study strategies and practice questions. We could help you see an expert HSPT tutor in Long Island who can try to design a study plan suited to your student's individual needs.
There are optional sections incorporated into the HSPT, such as Catholic religion, science, and mechanical aptitude. Some Catholic schools also include custom testing areas for students who are applying to their programs. Your kid's tutor will be prepared and able to address any subject area. What's more, your child's tutor will meet any time or place of your choosing, including face-to-face online sessions. You can get connected with a skilled HSPT tutor in Long Island, NY, by contacting Varsity Tutors. Get in touch today, and start preparing your child for admission to his or her first-choice school.
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