Top HSPT Tutors serving Long Island

Alana: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...tutored various subjects including biology, math, Spanish, and English. In college, I was accepted into the Mentoring and Student Teaching Program for underserved children in Philadelphia. I served as a science and english tutor for three years, while tutoring my peers in Spanish and Biology as well. Having taken the MCAT and excelled on the SAT, ACT, as well as multiple SAT subject tests, I am have extensive standardized testing experience and am confident in...
Education & Certification
Haverford College - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 760

Chloe: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...publication. Although I enjoy tutoring many subjects, my specialties are editing college essays, reading comprehension, and all levels of test prep. As an SAT tutor, my students often see great improvements in their abilities during the course of our sessions. Many of their improvements were 50 points over the improvements of other tutored students in the region. During my time at Williams College, I studied Arabic, International Relations, and Film. I also traveled to Europe...
Education & Certification
Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Arabic Studies, Religion
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 770

Rebecca: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...to be critical thinkers and curious, well-informed human beings. I recently completed a dual degree at Indiana University and moved to New York to take a gap year before beginning graduate school. As a scholarship student at IU, I majored in economics, cognitive science, and piano performance. Outside of tutoring, you can find me playing or teaching piano, doing jigsaw puzzles, watching TED talks, running, or trying a new food or cooking technique.... A first session...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Economics and Mathematics (interdepartmental), Cognitive Science, Music Performance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 770

Arun: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...and strengths before bolstering them with my own knowledge. I want my students to gain an understanding of the fundamentals of the subject that they are struggling with. This kind of understanding will help not only with immediate academic gains, but with future success as well. In school environments, students often do not receive individualized attention that seeks out the gaps in their understanding. By spending time with my student, I can assess those gaps...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelors, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 740

Amy: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...In college, I taught a weekly class to local high school students interested in learning about neuroscience. Since college, I have continued tutoring students on a weekly basis in a wide variety of subjects. I graduated from Middlebury College in 2012 with High Honors in Neuroscience, and now plan to attend medical school. I am a diligent worker and consistently ensure that I am prepared to meet the student's needs. I am exceptionally patient and...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelors, Neuroscience
SAT Math: 700

Erin: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...School, an all honors high school in New Jersey. During high school, I was a peer tutor in physics, math, and spanish. Outside of school I tutored several local students in middle school math. I also taught a class of first graders in my parish. I feel that the most important part of learning is understanding. Using my experiences as both a tutor and as a student, I work with students to help them reach...
Education & Certification
New Jersey Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Architecture
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Clio: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...documentaries. Even though I'm out of school for now, I'm eager to help younger students learn and succeed. Even though I'm a humanities gal, I love and miss math. It's so satisfying to determine what 'x' equals instead of arguing endlessly controversial topics; I love doing both. Outside of film and tutoring, I love to dance both ballet, modern, and to whatever songs my roommates and I play. I would love to be your tutor....
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Film Studies and Political Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730

Abigail: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
Hey there! My name is Abi and I'm excited to tutor you in a number of subjects including pre-algebra, writing, critical reading, and standardized test preparation. I have much experience writing speeches & editing papers/articles (as Debate Captain, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief & Model UN captain), in addition to regular school tutoring. Looking forward to learning together!
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Current Undergrad Student, Slavic Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Daniel: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Math tutor at the Special Needs Clinic at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Medical Center. My motivation for volunteering was kindled by upperclassmen and teacher assistants that helped me when I was in introductory courses. I credit attending weekly tutoring hours throughout college as playing a pivotal role in my success in these courses and the MCAT exam. I enjoy sharing and explaining concepts I understand and helping others appreciate them. Ultimately, through these experiences, I...
Education & Certification
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Lorenzo: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
Hey! I'm Lorenzo, I'm currently an upperclassman at Hunter College. I am pursuing a major in psychology and a minor in philosophy.
Education & Certification
University of Toronto - Bachelor of Science, Immunology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 33

Owen: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...50+ students, mostly in the areas 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...
Education & Certification
CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 730

Eric: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...working in the Lenovo Artificial Intelligence lab. This summer, I am an actuarial intern at Hartford Financial Services, where I am working in the Credit and Market Risk team to develop and deploy regression models for measuring credit spreads, alongside building tools in R and Python to better allow my team to utilize my code. I have passed five actuarial exams (P, FM, IFM, STAM, and SRM), and will be taking LTAM this fall.
Education & Certification
Pace University-New York - Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics and Computer Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35

Megan: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...an undergraduate student at Northeastern University majoring in Speech Language Pathology. I enjoy working with individuals to build upon their strengths and give them the tools they need to succeed. I have good study and organizational skills, and I have many tips and tricks to help individuals improve test scores. I really enjoy helping people to reach their full potential in each subject area, and I will do my best to explain concepts in a...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, Speech Language Pathology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32

Amy: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...English, college essay editing, history, and even public speaking. I strive to understand each student's strengths, weaknesses, and motivations, and to devise a personalized plan based in not just results, but personal accomplishment and goal-setting. Two of my biggest passions are learning new things and working with people. Combine those two together, and you get the exact reason why I'm here. I want to motivate and push you to accomplish what you previously thought impossible...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Human Rights, English, Business Management
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 710

Emmelina: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...(SHSAT in New York City as well as MAP and ISEE in Chicago) to the college process (all areas of SAT/ACT/SAT Subject Tests/College Essay help) to subject area helpmy favorites are middle and high school Math and Writing. Since I've been in intense academic settings for a lot of my life (Stuyvesant High School, University of Chicago, and now Columbia University), I always try to be a personable and positive figure with my tutees, because...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760

Moriah: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...years at the school, I have been focusing more on the Reading portions of standardized tests but have at times assisted students in the math and science portions as well usually one-on-one. I strongly believe that every students has their own style of learning and must learn at their own pace. Although, sometimes giving them too much leeway may not always be the best solution, I am there to also provide encouragement and challenge to...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 760

Foster: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...on campus. As a result, it's a goal of mine to make learning as engaging and enlightening as possible. I am always interested in finding new ways to approach problems, and I value each student for the unique things that only they can bring to the table.* *I studied for three years at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, earning my B.A. in Theatre. I moved to New York City right after graduation, and right at the...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35

Farah : Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...of students in biology through various different college programs. As a Supplemental Instruction Leader for introductory biology course as well as genetics courses, I have led tutorial sessions amenable to students with various educational backgrounds and skill levels. As an Academic Success and Enrichment Program (ASEP) biology teacher's assistant in the summer and school year, I tutored underprivileged incoming first years by hosting weekly sessions as well as aided them with lab work. Through these...
Education & Certification
Barnard College of Columbia University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
SAT Verbal: 710
SAT Writing: 750

Kelsey: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...earned a Master of Science degree in Nutrition and Food Science at Montclair State University before going on to study her Master's of Business & Science in Analytics at Rutgers University. As a lifelong student, she loves tutoring to help others feel passionate about their own educational paths. Kelsey still attributes her academic successes to the study tactics she developed during her formative elementary and high school years, and she believes that all students (regardless...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Max: Long Island HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...experience, and I'm excited to work with you to address your specific needs! I was born in Denver, CO, and grew up in a small ski town called Steamboat Springs. I graduated as the valedictorian of my high school class and moved to New York to study philosophy at Columbia University. After college, I spend two years teaching English in the public school system in Japan before going back to Columbia to complete my pre-med...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Columbia University in the City of New York - Doctor of Medicine, Neurobiology and Behavior
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
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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