Top HSPT Tutors serving Seattle
Rachel: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...that all students have what it takes to succeed in school, its just a matter of finding the style of learning that is most effective for them. What works or makes sense for one student will not necessarily work for the next student, and so it is essential as a tutor to be able to explain the same concept in a variety of different ways and to be able to determine when a student has...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 790
Nikki: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...watched The Magic School Bus and the Bill Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe, and a lot about life in rural communities. In my spare time I enjoy playing harp and...
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Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
Anna: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...has given me the opportunity to work with students from low-income backgrounds, students with learning disabilities, English Language Learners as well as students from a range of racial/ethnic identities. I strongly believe in every students' ability to learn new and challenging concepts. I have a knack for presenting information in ways that resonate with students and that students can understand. I take pride in my ability to make learning fun and rewarding -- even when...
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New York University - Bachelors, Politics
Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Education Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
Rina: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...more enjoyable and effective when content is connected with examples of application. Finding funny, memorable ways to apply course content is my favorite way to internalize the material. I view learning as equipping myself with different tools to better understand the world. With this attitude, studying became truly exciting for me, and making education more accessible and fueling curiosity have become my passions. In my free time, I like to indulge in my hobbies: reading,...
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
SAT Math: 770
Courtney: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...UW, I was a Pre-Med student, so I am very familiar with Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and other sciences. I also have spent the past few summers tutoring students in Reading and Writing and am able to help with everything from college essays and writing assignments to skills for standardized tests. I'm happy to work with a range of ages and will do my best to help make sessions as useful as possible.
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Medical Anthropology and Global Health
SAT Math: 700
Leo: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...working in education over 15 years; I love working with people and helping them grow intellectually and personally. My main areas of focus are: psychology, history, philosophy, and writing. I have a master's degree in history and a master's degree in psychology. As a tutor, I do my best to be: patient, understanding, creative, and hardworking. Each student is unique and thus arrives with his or her own set of challenges and strengths; I strive...
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Loyola Marymount University - Bachelors, Humanities
Seattle University - Masters, Psychology
Miranda: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. I've loved science since I was a little kid (I was that weird girl playing with dirt and rocks during recess). I did what I like to call the "Nerd Trifecta" in high school: math team, knowledge bowl, and science olympiad. I've tutored since I was in middle school, and I love finding an explanation or analogy to help someone else really grasp a concept! I'm applying to...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry and Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800
Jeffrey: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...a tutor, I believe that test preparation is a solvable problem, and I am excited about using my solutions to help students achieve their goals. Preparing for a standardized test can feel overwhelming. But you really can be prepared. Careful, concept-oriented preparation can help ensure that students don't run into anything radically new on exam day. My preparation strategy aims to give students the instruction they need to recognize as many problem types as possible....
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Allegra: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...enjoyed tutoring. Many of the children were struggling with their reading and grammar skills. Having always been an avid reader, it was very gratifying to assist them discovering the joy in reading. I loved watching an 'ah ha' moment when a perplexing grammar rule finally clicked. For the past 3 years I have been tutoring English with Chinese children on line. This has been a perfect fit for me. I love travel and learning about...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Social Work
University of Washington - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Andrea: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...Goethe Institute in Boston. After moving to Washington, I taught as a Humanities Teacher from 2014-2016 at a private one-on-one school, tailoring lessons to individual students. I had English students ranging from Kindergarten early reading, high school German, middle school ELL social studies, and high school literature. I really love working with the younger students learning to read and write English, and that moment when you can really see their minds making connections. I remember...
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Boise State University - Bachelor in Arts, German Studies
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Master of Arts, German Studies
Amanda: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...in Mathematics, I have a strong passion for academics. I find joy in helping others reach their ACT/SAT goal(s). Having tutored ACT and SAT prep full time for going on 5 years, I can efficiently assess a student's strengths and weaknesses, develop a personalized tutoring plan, communicate strategies to better approach the test, teach concepts, and guide students to success. Adaptation to a student's needs is the key to success for both student and tutor....
Education & Certification
Seattle University - Current Undergrad Student, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32
Marjorie: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime." Finding how you learn best is key to becoming a successful student. I want to work with you with a wide variety of examples and approaches so that we find what works for you. Helping you become overall a better student is my mission! I am aware of and practice a wide variety of...
Education & Certification
Pacific Lutheran University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1370
SAT Math: 750
Laura: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...(5th through 9th grades). Additionally, I operated my own English conversation school, in which I taught small group and private lessons for children and adults. For the last 6 years, I've been teaching at Shoreline Community College where I've taught English for academic purposes for international students, as well as ESL courses (all skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening/speaking) for students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. I have almost 15 years of experience teaching...
Education & Certification
California State University-Sacramento - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Humboldt State University - Master of Arts, English Composition
Philip: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...the Northwest for seven years. I enjoy tutoring Math of all levels up to Pre-Calculus, as well as SAT (both Math and Verbal), Language skills, and History/Government. Having taught at both a small private school and large urban public schools, I have broad experience with different learning styles, backgrounds, and abilities. I find it highly rewarding to help students and guide their progress toward mastering. If something is taught correctly, students will enjoy learning it!
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Oregon - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760
LSAT: 169
Tessa: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...the height of the pandemic) I taught entirely virtually and learned how to form meaningful relationships with students even through a computer screen. In addition, I found ways to utilize technology effectively in order to keep engagement levels high. I have also worked with adult learners through my volunteer work, in which I helped prepare individuals to pass the essay portion of the GED. I am passionate about helping students grow their academic skillset and...
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Western Washington University - Masters in Education, English
Akarsha: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...what works and does not work when it comes to teaching techniques and tailor my approach to best help my student learn. Additionally, I've seen that asking questions and guiding my students to the answer helps them retain more information than simply telling them what the correct answer is at the start. Overall, my goal with each student is to have them understand the concepts of whichever subject they need help, so that they can...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Neurobiology
ACT Composite: 31
Allison: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...with a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. I am a great tutor because I have worked in many schools at different levels, and know how to teach things in fun and creative ways. I love helping kids be successful in school, and I cannot wait to tutor you today. I can provide homework help, review, teach you a new subject, or get you ready for a test. My Special Education background will help...
Education & Certification
City University of Seattle - Bachelors, Education
Dominic: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...very comfortable tutoring any high school or lower-division college math course (e.g. Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, Algebra II, Geometry, Algebra, Probability, Statistics, SAT Prep, and Logic). My teaching style is very relaxed and easy-going, although I typically challenge my students to understand mathematical and scientific principles in the context of real-world problems, and I encourage critical thinking and problem solving whenever possible. My primary academic interest is string theory, which tries to combine Einstein's theory of gravity...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 710
Aaron : Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...As an Economics tutor, I have experience in both Micro-Economics and Macro-Economics. I have worked on topics such as inelasticity, supply/demand, dead weight loss, monopolies, and taxation. I am also an Algebra tutor because I have been studying for the GRE (which requires a fair bit of Algebra) and I have some math background as part of my Economics coursework. As an undergraduate, I was a Philosophy major and an Economics minor. I think both...
Education & Certification
Lewis & Clark College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Steven: Seattle HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Seattle, WA
...accelerate their achievement as well as supporting teachers in best practices for assisting struggling students and enriching high performing student success. This past year I worked as an OSPI Math Fellow for the Puget Sound Region and currently hold a Washington State Teaching Certificate as well as working towards a National Board Certification. My passion lies in building foundations for students, regardless of their station of understanding, so that they have the confidence and drive...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary Education
Private HSPT Tutoring in Seattle, WA
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Getting into a private or vocational school of choice depends on your child's score on the High School Placement Test (HSPT). If you want to ensure they are prepared, a professional HSPT tutor in Seattle, WA, can create study sessions to try to help your student make the most of their abilities and excel on their exam. Since it tests knowledge and skills in many subjects, adequate preparation is necessary. Your child's tutor will assess their proficiency in language, math, quantitative, reading, and verbal skills, as these are covered in the test's primary sections. Some schools include their own custom section, while optional topics may include mechanical aptitude, science, and Catholic religion, which the rightly chosen tutor could help with.
To connect your child with HSPT tutoring in Seattle, call 51勛圖厙 today. The exam is notoriously challenging. It consists of close to 300 questions and, at 2.5 hours, tests your child's endurance to its limits. Start your child off with a tutor well in advance of the spring or fall testing sessions. The tutor will meet at your home or any other location where your child is comfortable learning. Lessons can be during the day, in the evening, or on a weekend, and the week-to-week scheduling is flexible. Your student's tutor can meet also face-to-face online, with a live learning platform designed to foster remote test prep and instruction.
51勛圖厙 could help you find a professional HSPT tutor in Seattle who can 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 can assess your child's strengths and weaknesses, craft a custom study plan, and track their progress to strive to ensure your student could be ready come test day.
Does your child have gaps in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or even reading comprehension skills? Not to worry. Their tutor can apply teaching methods that may no have been used before, and work at your child's pace, rather than have a classroom teacher breeze past a topic they haven't understood yet. Soon, you'll see your student's abilities and confidence build.
Personalized HSPT instruction in Seattle, WA, will allow your child to develop a rapport with their tutor, which facilitates the learning process. This further helps to ingrain knowledge. Your child may also start to believe they can succeed. By skipping the "one-size fits all" approach of many classrooms, your student's tutor will cater to their exact needs and maximize the chances of reaching their test goals.
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