Top HSPT Tutors serving Tempe
Kristen: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...tour guide. I am a very dedicated and passionate person with an outgoing personality, who believes learning should be a fun and enriching experience. I treat each student as if they were my son or daughter, making sure they are in a comfortable and safe learning environment. I love to think outside the box when it comes to planning lessons, applying student interests and hobbies when possible. This act gives each lesson my personal touch....
Education & Certification
University of Phoenix-Phoenix-Hohokam Campus - Bachelors, Elementary Education

John: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
My name is John, and I am an elementary special education teacher from Arizona. I've also taught middle school special education as well as high school Geography. I have over 20 years experience working with children as a teacher, an aide, and as a coach.
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Master of Arts, History
Virginia Commonwealth University - Master of Arts, Business Administration and Management

Nitesh: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
I am a mechanical engineering student at Arizona State University. I tutor algebra, calculus, and physics.
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 740

Alyssa: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...like to treat these courses like an intricate puzzle that I have to solve using the skills in my "skill tool belt". I would love to share my enthusiasm for these courses with the students I tutor, helping them realize their skills and increasing their confidence in the material. It is extremely important for me to see my students succeed not only in school, but also in the other activities that they pursue. When I...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Unknown, Biomedical Engineering
Arizona State University - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 33
ACT Science: 31

Jordan: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...I am located in Phoenix, AZ. I received my Bachelor of Science in Management with a concentration in Marketing and my MBA from University of Dubuque. I am also pursuing my Doctorate in Business Administration from St. Ambrose University. Most of my career has been primarily focused on Talent Acquisition, recruiting, sales, lots of data analysis, and leadership. I recently transitioned into being a first grade teacher. I have experience with training, building, and leading...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Business, General
University of Dubuque - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Ibrahim: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...astronomy, math, and physics-the underlying fundamentals behind astrophysics. I have been tutoring these subjects since my junior year in high school (over 5 years!). In my last two semesters at ASU I taught astronomy labs to undergraduate students from all sorts of majors. The astronomy courses contained a significant amount of math which had to be taught as well. This helped me become a more effective tutor because it allowed me to expand my teaching...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Astrophysics

Ingrid: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...grown sons. My first spoken language is German since I am a native of Austria. I grew up in Chicago and attended and graduated from Northern Illinois University Teachers College with a B.S in Elementary Education and a M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction graduating cum laude. I also am a gifted certified educator K-12th grade and teach online philosophy classes for the University of Phoenix. As a teacher and seasoned educational professional, I will provide...
Education & Certification
Northern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Northern Illinois University - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction

Jennifer: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...for 17 1/2 years, teaching the last 16 years in Gilbert. I have experience teaching all subjects and grade levels in elementary schools in special education classrooms and general education inclusion settings. I enjoy tutoring students in all subjects and find that I am most passionate about Reading and Math. I advocate for students and believe that all children can learn but differ in the ways they learn and the timeframe in which they learn....
Education & Certification
University of Kentucky - Bachelors, Special Education - Learning Disabilities

Josh: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...inspired me to become a high school math teacher. The first step was becoming a peer tutoring my classmates. This lead to tutoring math to college students. Then tutoring students while working as a TA. Then I worked as a data scientist which not only did I understand more how to apply math in the workspace, but also learned how to explain math concepts to coworkers without a strong math background. This helped me to...
Education & Certification
Western Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Illinois State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
ACT Math: 33

Mariam: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
Graduated RN from an accredited Nursing school, having hands-on experience in the field working with geriatric group. Have a passion to teach nursing classes and pre-licensure classes such Anatomy and Physiology. Also, teaching nursing core classes such Pharmacology for nurses, dosage calculations, Med-surg 1,2,and 3, pediatrics and OB/GYN for nurses. willing to take one on one, small or large groups of students!
Education & Certification
Herzing University-Winter Park - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Savannah: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...all varying in age. In addition to my education, I've tutored many students and worked in a one-on-one setting to help improve the student's necessary skills. Teaching has been a passion of mine for a while now and I would cherish the opportunity to work with you to help you master your weaknesses. I am extremely excited to work with Varsity Tutors and apply my knowledge to help all students reach their full potential. I...
Education & Certification
Florida State University - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching

Shadman Abdul: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
As a Senior in Computer Science, I'm very passionate about helping students in their fundamental knowledge in the subjects I am qualified for and for standardized testing. Outside of school, I am also a volunteer ESL tutor for refugee kids!
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 770

Cynthia: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...variety of statistical software programs such as SPSS and structural equation modeling programs (AMOS and EQS). Also, I have a strong skill level in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. I enjoy teaching elementary school students in reading comprehension, writing, math, and the sciences. I believe that this is the time to develop a strong foundation for future learning which will help sustain a high level of confidence, build self-esteem, and autonomy. I work to show...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelors, Psychology
Arizona State University - Master in Public Health, Psychology

Vaunee Ann: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
I have 37 years of teaching - special education in Tempe School District, 32 years with Mesa Public Schools, and over 20 years teaching teachers how to teach reading. I have been retired three years, and I miss teaching so I am happy to be able to teach again!
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Brigham Young University-Provo - Masters in Education, Addiction Counseling

Kathryn: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
I have taught pre-algebra several years in the public-school setting and have experience with grades 5 through 9. As the lead math teacher for 8th grade at my school site, I was often invited to develop our district assessments as well as curriculum development. In 2021 I completed my Masters in Secondary STEM education and am currently a law student in Ohio.
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies

Lorena: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...from Grand Canyon University. My favorite subjects to tutor are Reading and Math. I love that "got it" moment a student's face when they have reached a milestone. I love to travel during the summer. My travel bucket list includes North Africa, Germany, and Greece. I love meeting new people and taking part in the culture, food and music of the place I am visiting. I am a certified teacher in the areas of Adult...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelors, Women's Studies
Grand Canyon University - Masters, Education Administration

Carol: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...classroom teacher. I am currently a math and reading intervention tutor for 3rd, 4th and 5th graders - a highly rewarding way to spend my days! I earned my teaching degree from Wesern Governors University and hold a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies. I have a passion for teaching math. I have found that many students that "hate" math do not really hate it, rather they are not confident in their ability and struggle with it....
Education & Certification
Governors State University - Bachelor in Arts, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

Gabrielle: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...in Sociology. Later this year, I will be pursuing a Master's of Education at graduate school so that I can become officially certified as a teacher in Arizona. In the summer of 2014, I tutored a 2nd grade girl and a 3rd grade girl in topics ranging from negative numbers, multiplication, and division to synonyms, antonyms, and early essay-writing. I tutor elementary math, a variety of English subjects such as essay editing, grammar, literature, reading,...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 730

Alexis: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...process of applying to Law School. I have tutored middle school and high school students in subjects ranging from 5th grade reading to geometry to the SAT. While I am happy and able to tutor a number of subjects, I am most passionate about Test Prep because these scores are very important to students, and I enjoy helping them to conquer the test and succeed. My teaching philosophy can be described as a coaching style...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Religion
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 33

Lintton: Tempe HSPT tutor
Certified HSPT Tutor in Tempe, AZ
...tutor a wide variety of subjects, from computer programming to standardized testing, drawing from my experiences tutoring and being tutored throughout my academic career. Depending on the requirements from my students, I always prepared sufficient learning materials and reviewed the core content that I was going to cover beforehand. During sessions, I explained key concepts in an easy-to-understand way with numerous examples, followed by hands-on examples to strengthen their comprehension. Throughout the lesson, I use...
Education & Certification
University of California-Irvine - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 710
Private HSPT Tutoring in Tempe, AZ
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Tempe HSPT Tutoring FAQ
They may be excited about the prospect of applying to a competitive private high school, but your child may be unsure how to study for the High School Placement Test, or HSPT. The exam is administered by individual schools, so there's no nationally standardized scoring. As if standardized testing isn't challenging enough! Varsity Tutors' educational directors in Tempe, AZ, can find a tutor for your child, who can work with their learning style and abilities, to help them do well on the HSPT. One-on-one help can avoid the common pitfalls of test prep courses, and focuses on your child's individual needs. In fact, an experienced HSPT tutor in Tempe, AZ, can present your student with multiple teaching approaches until they find the one that works best for them.
Working on your child's level is important to learning. It also prepares them for this difficult test, and the challenges that lie ahead. To start, the exam has nearly 300 questions. Your child has 2.5 hours, which seems like ample time, but it comes down to a limited amount of time per question. To succeed, they cannot stumble on the format or the content. A tutor can therefore incorporate grammar, spelling, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and reading exercises into the study plan. Practice tests help your child understand the format and time their performance. These also make it easier for the tutor to track progress and adapt their strategy if needed.
An enthusiastic HSPT tutor in Tempe can potentially help make your student's educational process more efficient, more enjoyable, and less stressful. Confidence is another trait important for succeeding on the HSPT. The tutor has taken the exam before, so can guide your child on a path that supports the same level of success. Building on their own experience can help put your student at ease. So can working in a familiar environment such as their home. The tutor is also able to schedule sessions for any hour that's free; it can be in the evening or on the weekend. They're also able to work online, meeting face-to-face via an intuitive live learning platform.
However your child and their tutor connect, the HSPT can be understood. If you're looking for HSPT tutoring in Tempe for your child, Varsity Tutors will be happy to help find a tutor who could guide them along the path to academic success. A high score is within reach with ample practice, professional guidance, and confidence.
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