If your student is planning on taking the ISEE, they may be able to benefit from a Los Angeles ISEE prep course provided by 51Թ. The ISEE, or Independent School Entrance Exam, is a standardized test used by independent school admission boards to evaluate incoming students. A lot might be riding on your student's score on the test, so it's important to do well, and a Los Angeles ISEE course can be a valuable tool in getting your student ready for test day.
A Los Angeles ISEE class is taught entirely online through a collaborative online classroom. Your student can benefit from group discussions with their peers, which are led by an expert instructor. There are multiple class sections and new classes start weekly, so you can find the class that feels right for your student and fits into your busy schedule. The ISEE covers a lot of material, and changes depending on the grade level of your student, so you might be unsure of how to get started preparing for the test. A prep class will not only dive deep into the subject matter that the ISEE covers, but will also provide your student with insights into how the test is structured and scored, so they can discover test-taking strategies that may be the extra boost they need to get ahead on the ISEE.
What can a Los Angeles ISEE class help my student learn?
The ISEE is broken into four levels. The Primary Level test covers students entering 2nd through 4th grades, the Lower Level covers the 5th and 6th grades, the Middle Level covers the 7th and 8th grades, and the Upper Level covers the 9th through 12th grades. We'll provide a brief overview of each of these tests here, so you can know what your student will be faced with when they take the ISEE.
At the Primary Level, the ISEE consists of Reading, Math, and Writing sections, plus an Auditory Comprehension section exclusive to students entering the 2nd grade. The Reading section will assess your student's knowledge of grade-level-appropriate vocabulary and reading comprehension, and the Math section will cover basic mathematics. For the Writing section, students are given a picture prompt and are asked to respond with a story. This section is not graded, but is instead meant to be an opportunity for schools to learn more about your student and their creative abilities. The Auditory Comprehension section will ask students to listen to a series of passages and provide answers to related questions.
The Lower Level ISEE is made up of Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Math Achievement, and Essay sections. This structure is used for all levels of the test above the Primary Level. On the Verbal Reasoning section your student will have to understand how context affects the meaning of sentences, and will be tested on grade-appropriate vocabulary words. Quantitative Reasoning will require your student to understand numeric logic, as well as to be able to estimate and compare numbers and understand characteristics of geometric shapes. The Reading Comprehension section will require students to locate the central arguments of passages, and use information from the passages to answer questions. Math Achievement asks students to understand basic math operations, simple geometry, and how to work with decimals and fractions. There is also an Essay section where students will write an essay on a provided topic, so that schools can get to know your student.
For the Middle Level, the Verbal Reasoning section will expect students to have a middle school to high school-level vocabulary, and to be able to use prefixes, suffixes, and roots to determine meanings of words. Quantitative Reasoning will ask students to use algebra and geometry to find lengths of lines, calculate area, and find calculate measurements with formulas. The focus of this section is measurement and problem solving. For Reading Comprehension, students will now have to be able to infer non-explicit information from texts, and be able to understand figurative and literal language. Math Achievement will test students on properties of operations, prime factorization, ratios and proportions, properties of quadrilaterals and triangles, and more. The Essay section is similar to the Lower Level. Students are provided with a prompt appropriate to their grade, and will respond in the form of an essay.
Last, the Upper Level of the ISEE. Here the Verbal Reasoning section will demand a high school-level vocabulary, and students will have to be able to use context, suffixes and prefixes, word roots, and understand synonyms to do well. Upper Level Quantitative Reasoning really puts the focus on your student's ability to think mathematically, with a stress on problem-solving skills, probability problems, and data analysis using concepts from algebra and geometry. The Reading Comprehension section will require students to understand the organization of passages, authorial intent and tone, and how to infer information from texts. Math Achievement will zero on on skills with math operations, asking students to solve equations and word problems involving variables, area and perimeter, quadrilaterals and triangles, and coordinate grids. The Essay section will provide a high school-level prompt and ask students to respond with a well-organized, grammatically precise essay that uses supporting details.
How will a Los Angeles ISEE course teach my student?
A Los Angeles ISEE course is presented in an online classroom format where your student will see, hear, and speak with their teacher and their classmates just as if they were sitting together in a brick-and-mortar classroom. Group discussions with their peers can help your student absorb and retain information more effectively than solitary study might, and exposure to new perspectives and ideas in conversation with classmates can give your student new tools to respond to the questions on the ISEE. An expert teacher will oversee the course and guide students in their study, and will also be available for reserved one-on-one time, if your student has difficulty with certain sections of the test and would like a bit of private instruction.
An online Los Angeles ISEE course means no commute, easy enrollment, and easy scheduling. Courses are offered in 2-week and 4-week long sections and begin on a rolling weekly basis, so whenever you're beginning to think about ISEE prep, you can find a course to suit your schedule. Plus, not only can a group class offer serious educational benefits for your student, but it also helps you save, giving you access to a highly-qualified instructor at a great value.
How can I get signed up for a Los Angeles ISEE class?
51Թ is offering a variety of ISEE courses to meet diverse student needs. Reach out to us today and we can provide you with more information as to course offerings as well as what the course covers and how your student can benefit. The ISEE might be just the first step in your student's academic career at an independent school. The test-taking skills and fundamental content knowledge that a Los Angeles ISEE course can help teach your student may continue to pay off throughout their time in school, giving them a solid foundation to build off of as they strive for success.
Patrick: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...of these tests. I always find that the best tutoring results come from keeping sessions as fun and engaging as possible while still covering the material. When not tutoring, I teach performance classes in subjects like magic, comedy, and balloon sculpting. When not teaching, I enjoy reading, hiking, travel, and video games.
Education & Certification
- Emerson College - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre Studies
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SSAT
- +79 subjects
Lindsy : Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...Health at The George Washington University in Washington, DC. I have experience working with students in a classroom as well as a private setting. I have tutored and assisted elementary and middle school students with class assignments, projects, and daily homework in all subjects. I also specialize in developing study and organization skills. I believe...
Education & Certification
- University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
- Master's in Public Health - Master in Public Health, George Washington University
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- HSPT
- College English
- +15 subjects
Ayesha: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...in a variety of ways. It could mean a weekly tutor to supplement learning, or extra time with a teacher. Regardless of how it is accomplished, a student's access to efficient, individualized education catered specifically to his/her needs can define his/her successes in life. It is my belief that students deserve individualized attention from a...
Education & Certification
- Pasadena City College - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- PSAT
- +30 subjects
Luke: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...the Art Institute of Chicago, where I also taught Sculpture. I've taught a broad range of topics, from Art History to to Web Design. In addition to Art, I love History, Philosophy, and geeking out on Math & Technology. More than anything, I love to learn, and I hope to collaborate on a learning experience...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern College - Bachelors, Art
- School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Masters, Sculpture
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- STAAR
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- +101 subjects
Thomas: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...math students my senior year of high school and graduated as valedictorian. In 2009, I graduated from the University of Georgia with Cum Laude honors and a BA in English, and I am currently an aspiring author. I've group-tutored at a middle school the last two years and have privately tutored over a dozen students...
Education & Certification
- University of Georgia - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- Math
- Reading
- English
- +15 subjects
Ada: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...My promise is to present subject material in logical steps promoting Common Core curriculum through motivation and a variety of teaching strategies. My personal interests include movies and television shows. I like to play online games such as Disney Tsum-Tsum or group games such as Pictionary, Uno, Clue, and Speed. I like to watch funny...
Education & Certification
- University of Phoenix - Bachelor of Science, Business Management
- University of Phoenix - Master of Science, Education
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- HSPT
- SSAT
- ISEE- Middle Level
- +27 subjects
Taylor: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...find methods that work best for each individual student. Some of my most rewarding teaching experiences have been young students learning to read, but also love to see a student who goes from struggling to success on their standardized tests. I believe that an education is one of the most influential things a person can...
Education & Certification
- University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature, French
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- ACT
- SAT
- ASPIRE
- +45 subjects
Pooja : Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...UC Irvine as a biology major and a psychology minor. I enjoy private tutoring because it gives me an opportunity to alter my teaching habits and see which style best fits the student's learning ability. I enjoy teaching math and sciences because I see them as a puzzle and a challenge for the students at...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- Physiology
- Physics
- Biology
- +16 subjects
Elizabeth: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...student learns. I think this flexibility and dedication to making school work as easy as possible for my students is my strongest attribute as a tutor. I am available to work up to thirty hours per week. Friday through Sunday I would generally be free to tutor at any time; on Mondays, I...
Education & Certification
- Occidental College - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- Advanced Placement
- SAT
- ACT
- +58 subjects
Varun: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...others reach their educational goals. Whatever the task, no matter how long it takes, I will make sure you get the most out of your sessions and will tailor my personal approach to whatever you need. I have been tutoring middle school, high school, and college students for five years. As an Ivy League graduate,...
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government/Film and Media Studies
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- CLEP
- WPPSI
- California Proficiency Program (CPP)
- +149 subjects
Naama: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...East, Venezuela, Mexico, India, and pretty much every state in this country. You only live once, and I really do learn something new every day. Of all the jobs I've had while pursuing music and art, I've found that teaching is the one in which I have the most to offer and that gives me...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- HSPT
- ACT
- SAT
- +41 subjects
Marty: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...managing my one woman property management business for fourteen years. The self discipline I have learned over my lifetime is another gift I love to share with my students. Among others, I have used the philosophy of John Wooden when working with them. He said, “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result...
Education & Certification
- San Jose State University - Bachelor in Arts, Art
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- College English
- English
- Test Prep
- +4 subjects
John: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...the SAT. I am fascinated by the SAT. I love teaching struggling test takers how to view the SAT as an approachable, accessible set of riddles and games instead of as an intellectual brick wall. I firmly believe that the majority of people can find great joy in academics once they discover the individual approach...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- Comparative Literature
- High School English
- +47 subjects
Kiersten: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...every student deserves the chance to succeed and to try to capitalize on their strengths while encouraging them to improve in areas they may traditionally find challenging. Endowing a student with confidence in themselves through patience and support is the best way not only to improve academic performance, but also transform them into lifelong learners....
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Writing for Screen and Television
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- +5 subjects
Gelsey: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...you're a student struggling with timed essay writing, I can help you out. If you're about to take the SAT and you're worried about the math section, never fear I'm not a "math person," but I found ways to get that high score! Above all I believe that learning can be fun, that the pursuit...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- HSPT
- SAT
- SSAT
- +21 subjects
Layan: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...reading, writing, and critical thinking skills at any level. I love helping students find the way that works best for them to approach problem solving and learning. I am very interested in education and have experience working with both children and young adults in New York public schools as well as outdoor summer schools. I...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology/Sustainable Development
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- REGENTS
- SAT
- SSAT
- +123 subjects
Andrew: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...Charter School in San Diego, and I've been working for nearly two years now as a professional tutor, and have thorough experience with a range of subjects and standardized test formats. I also write pop culture articles on the side, and aspire to be a college professor of literature; consequently, I most enjoy teaching English...
Education & Certification
- University of California-San Diego - Bachelors, Literatures in English
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +40 subjects
Ferid: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...and responsible person. I hope to only help students feel comfortable asking me anything they need help with. I have a great deal of patience and determination to help students fully understand topics they need help with. I have had immense tutoring experience, tutoring for the past 6 years. I look forward to tutoring students...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern California - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SAT
- ACT
- ISEE-Middle Level Quantitative Reasoning
- +23 subjects
Brian: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...their duties in the service of their country. As a businessman, I trained my employees how to best serve our customers. As a teacher for the past twenty years, I have taught math, drama, and English in grades 7-12. I have taught in very rich and successful schools; I have taught at schools in poverty...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- Elementary School Math
- Differential Equations
- Reading
- +26 subjects
Jacob: Los Angeles ISEE course instructor
...my favorite subjects and they have been since I was in elementary school. I found they came most naturally when I was a student. Some qualities that best describe me are: patient, open-minded, respectful, trustworthy, and honest. I work well with students, adults, and families. Some hobbies of mine are playing and watching sports, traveling,...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, History
- University of California-Los Angeles - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- ISEE
- SSAT
- Study Skills and Organization
- Science
- +17 subjects