Top HSPT Tutors serving Trenton
Carina: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...a student majoring in Economics at the Wharton School in the University of Pennsylvania and previously graduated from The Lawrenceville School cum laude. I began tutoring in 2019 and love working with students of all ages and backgrounds. I'm open to tutoring a very broad range of subjects (although I have the most experience with math) and test prep. I love learning and teaching others, so please reach out if you're interested in working with...
Education & Certification
大学of Pennsylvania- Bachelor of Science, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
坐在Verbal: 790
Bonnie: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
从…跟我辅导会议,因为他们的费用l confident with the assignments they are given, and are able to retain and utilize the concepts that I have taught them. I know that they usually understand or master the topics I teach them, because I informally assess them at the end of the session and their results are at or above the level they are expected to be at. In addition, I use approaches where I...
Education & Certification
CUNY College of Staten Island- Bachelors, Math
CUNY College of Staten Island- Masters, Math
Lauren: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...teacher for in 5th grade, 6th grade, and in High School & Elementary School ESL, as well as having student teaching experience in 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and various substitute teaching assignments. Personally, I enjoy tutoring Mathematics and Writing the most. Due to my personality of being serious and logical, having one concrete answer helps motivate me to work a problem through to completion. Also, I can be a bit silly and expressive and the...
Education & Certification
West Chester University of Pennsylvania- Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Cabrini University - Master of Arts, Educational Leadership
State Certified Teacher
Alysia: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...needs including Autism, ADD/ADHD, vision impairment, and multiple disabilities. I am dedicated to all of my students and approach their education with the same ferocity regardless of ability or skills. Also, I promise that I will always do my best to make things fun and exciting. If you're not laughing you're not learning! In my free time, I enjoy staying physically fit and appreciating all forms of art. I am dedicated to fitness and enjoy...
Education & Certification
Thomas Edison State University - Bachelors, English
SAT Writing: 700
Julie: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...truly believe that reading and writing is the key to understanding and interacting with the world in a positive way. I know certain books have changed my life and I hope to instill the same passion I have for the written word within all my students! I have been teaching both high school and middle school in Philadelphia for the past five years. I have taught reading intervention and seen many of my students make...
Education & Certification
Fordham University- Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
大学of Pennsylvania- Masters, Urban Education
坐在Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700
Stacie: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
I have been teaching for over 17 years. My biggest joy in teaching is helping students achieve what I call the "A HA" moment- that moment when they finally understand a concept or solve a complex problem. Let me help your child achieve their "A HA" moment.... My goal as a teacher is to help every student reach their fullest potential. I will work one-on-one with your student to help them work hard and achieve their...
Education & Certification
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania- Bachelors, Human Resources
Temple University- Masters, Secondary Education, Mathematics
Gabrielle: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...grade as a peer mathematics tutor. Fast forward to college, I have three years of tutoring experience with two of the three years as a teaching assistant. I employ a lot of pictures and relate examples to real-world experience to better connect the classroom to experiences! I graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology with a minor in legal studies and a concentration in politics. Currently, I am a 1L (first year...
Education & Certification
Drexel University- Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Esther: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...degree in Biomedical Sciences. This upcoming year I am going to the Institute of Human Nutrition at Columbia University to get an MS in Nutrition and Metabolism. I have been a tutor for college students for 2 years at my university, teaching Organic Chemistry 1 and General Chemistry. I've also helped high school students with college admission essays, and with kindergartners in the Junior Achievement program. I enjoy working with children and finding creative ways...
Education & Certification
佛罗里达中央大学- Bachelor in Arts, Biomedical Sciences (honors)
Maura: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...a person that is dedicated to teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). While I have many years business experience, I was downsized in early 2009 when the US economy crashed. I reinvented myself as an ESL instructor and have never looked back. Travel is my passion in life and I have always enjoyed meeting people from different cultures. I am friendly, flexible and professional. I believe in enjoying life every day and I love...
Education & Certification
Bryant Stratton College - Buffalo NY - Bachelors, Business
Ria: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...of Science in Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics with a minor in Human Development. I will be attending medical school in the Fall of 2020. I have tutored extensively, starting in high school with AP Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology and SAT E/M Biology while also editing essays and helping students gain a better grasp of syntax/grammar for their writing. While in college, I tutored students of all levels in cell biology and genetics in...
Education & Certification
大学of Maryland-College Park- Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 740
SAT Writing: 780
Juliette: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...and creativity that languages and the arts provide. My tutoring approach focuses on meeting the student where they are as a learner, and helping them grow and gain awareness of their needs and strengths. I am flexible in my explanation of concepts, working with students' individual learning styles. I help students gain confidence in their abilities and foster an atmosphere where they can experiment without fear of reprimand. We focus on the process of learning...
Education & Certification
大学of Northern Colorado- Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance
大学of Rochester- Master of Arts, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Tara: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...earned my degree in Biology with a minor in Law, Philosophy and Politics. I played lacrosse for The College of New Jersey's Women's lacrosse team where we won a Division III National Championship during my time there. I continued on at The College of New Jersey completing my Masters degree in Teaching and earning my teaching certificate for Secondary Education. I have also taught small class and done private tutoring for SAT/ACT for another tutoring...
Education & Certification
The College of New Jersey- Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
The College of New Jersey- Masters, Secondary Education-Biology
SAT Math: 740
Maredda: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...I believe education is key as it is the foundation to a sturdy future. I love tutoring all subjects, but my biggest areas of emphasis are English, Spanish, and test preparation. As a student, I prepared for private school entrance exams such as the SSAT and the ISEE. I like to bring my personal experience, emphasis on strategy and content, and love of teaching together, and helping students with test preparation is a fun way...
Education & Certification
Montclair State University- Bachelors, Spanish Translation/Communications
Sarah Brooke: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...be feared. My tutoring style is very focused, fun, and relaxed. I believe students do best when in a calm, encouraging atmosphere. I never stray from the task at hand, but I do introduce a certain level of silliness and play in my teaching. I think this makes a student more open to learning and more available to growth in a subject. My theater background has helped me learn a variety of memorization techniques that...
Education & Certification
New York University- Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
坐在Verbal: 720
Dr. Andrew: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
I have a passion for teaching. I have spent the last sixteen years teaching students of all age groups, including K- 12, college, and graduate students. I work well with students because I have the ability to make them feel at ease. In addition, I help students break down problems into simple components, which enables the student to understand how to go about solving any problem. ... My teaching philosophy is to assist the student by...
Education & Certification
American University- Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
Walden University- PHD, Education
Jeanne: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...elementary students, I covered all of the subjects when tutoring them and put emphasis on those which they needed help the most. My favorite subjects to tutor are Reading, Phonics, and Writing. Anything that has to 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...
Education & Certification
De La Salle College of Saint Benilde - Bachelors, Business Administration Major in Computer Application
St Theresa's College - Diploma, Professional Education
Scott: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...Louis, earning a bachelor's degree in Cultural Anthropology with College Honors, and I am currently working toward my PhD. I have been tutoring for six years, working for well-known test prep companies in addition to volunteering for nonprofit educational organizations around the world. I offer SAT test prep, AP test prep, and academic tutoring in English, History, and Social Studies. I also offer assistance with academic essays, college admissions essays, and college applications. As a...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis- Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
坐在Verbal: 770
Milan: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
I am currently a senior in the Honors College at the University of South Florida pursuing a major in Biomedical Science along with minors in Astronomy and business law. I have had about five years of experience as a tutor so I have helped multiple students of various ages score extremely high on national tests.
Education & Certification
大学of South Florida-Main Campus- Current Undergrad, Biomedical Sciences
SAT Math: 790
SAT Writing: 750
Gabriel: Trenton HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...computer science. My interest in tutoring began in middle school when I started taking online math classes for more enrichment and exposure. In high school, I founded Mu Alpha Theta and ran it all four years of high school. I love teaching students in all aspects of math and science. My approach to teaching is a very calm, laid back approach, where I help scaffold the student towards reaching the correct answer. In my free...
Education & Certification
大学of Pennsylvania- Bachelor of Science, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
蕾贝嘉:特伦顿HSPTtutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Trenton, NJ
...a BA in History, a teaching credential for Social Science, and a MA in Education with a focus on curriculum and instruction; my thesis focused on the impact of humor on learning and the learning environment. Over the last decade I have taught within the humanities(grades 6-12). I have a passion for cultivating important skills like, writing, presentation, debate, organization, time management, and study skills. Additionally, I have taught international, ESL, and students with various...
Education & Certification
California State University-Northridge- Bachelor in Arts, History
Notre Dame de Namur University- Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Private HSPT Tutoring in Trenton, NJ
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Trenton HSPT Tutoring FAQ
Students aiming for private school do not avoid the academic challenges their public counterparts face. Your son or daughter will have to score well on the High School Placement Test (HSPT) for consideration by administrators. While there's no nationally standardized scoring, the exam tests your 8th grader's language, math quantitative, reading, and verbal skills. Those taking the test aim to get as near to an 800 as they can, but understanding all the content and the format of the exam is tough. The educational directors at Varsity Tutors can help your child connect with a private tutor in Trenton, NJ, who could help them in understanding the HSPT.
Another challenge of the HSPT is that it is 2.5 hours. Any unfamiliarity with the material or the format can cause anxieties to take control. That is an extended time to be rattled in anxiety, but a whole meltdown can be avoided with one-on-one preparation well in advance. The tutor can identify your student's strengths and weaknesses. Targeted study plans may be developed that apply the most relevant material and teaching style, based on how your son or daughter learns. The instructor can monitor their progress with assignments, homework, and practice tests. Repeating the most confusing topics will strive to ensure they have the most solid knowledge for the HSPT, so get your student prepared for their exam with a professional HSPT tutor in Trenton.
Varsity Tutors can help you find a professional HSPT tutor in Trenton who is able to offer your student engaging study sessions and potentially make the most use of their time. This independent instructor has taught, or even taken, the HSPT before. They will craft a custom study plan and track their progress to make sure your student could be ready come test day. The tutor will also be flexible and can schedule sessions at a time and location that works best for you, even online.
The HSPT does not have any nationally standardized scoring, but your student has two times each year to do well with the exam - in the spring and fall. They can score as high as an 800. Attaining a top score requires being on an 8th grade level with regards to vocabulary, reading comprehension, geometry, algebra, and spelling. Optional sections are often included, such as science or mechanical aptitude. Some schools include their very own custom sections. It is imperative that you find your child a tutor who knows the test and the school in order to adequately prepare them for the content and the format. That way, your student will understand what to anticipate when they head into the test. Surprises on test day can really wreak havoc on confidence. Strive to ensure your child is prepared; contact Varsity Tutors to get connected with HSPT tutors in Trenton, NJ.
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