If your aim is to go through the ASPIRE program so that you can become a teacher licensed by the state of Colorado, Varsity Tutors can help you find the option for ASPIRE prep that is right for you. With the expertise of your ASPIRE tutors, you can gain insights and key skills required in order to feel more confident in your abilities. ASPIRE test prep sessions put you in contact with an instructor who is highly qualified and eager to see you do your best. Each ASPIRE course session gives you the chance to dive deep into the content and hone your abilities.
Your ASPIRE test prep sessions can also give you vital details about the program. The Alternative School Professionals in Real World Experiences program allows for an alternative method of teacher licensure for those wanting to teach in the state of Colorado. Those accepted into the program are generally already working as teachers. What the program allows them to do is to work toward full licensure that will allow them to keep their jobs long term. ASPIRE prep sessions can give you the momentum that you need in order to pursue your goal of becoming a teacher.
One of the many questions that ASPIRE prep can help you answer is whether or not the ASPIRE program is right for you. There is no one type of person who is admitted to the ASPIRE program. People that are typically involved in the program can come from many different areas and walks of life:
Who can pursue a teaching degree through the ASPIRE program?
- People with degrees looking to switch careers
- New college graduates who want to pursue a teaching position
- Paraprofessionals in education who want to upgrade their career
- Retired members of the military
- Degreed community members or retired professionals who want to help
Private ASPIRE courses give you a customized educational experience. You can work one-on-one with a tutor who is highly skilled and very knowledgeable on the subject. ASPIRE test prep gives you the chance to receive individualized instruction that can sharpen your knowledge and build vital skills that you need in order to feel more prepared for the rigorous program. Another key benefit that ASPIRE preparation provides is the chance to set learning targets that you can more effectively work towards. ASPIRE class sessions also allow you to work with your tutor to determine the best ways of working towards those goals, always keeping your unique learning style in mind. Learning effective study habits is one of the key benefits of private ASPIRE prep sessions.
With ASPIRE prep, you can track your progress. Instructors are keen to see you succeed and give tips on how to approach challenging coursework and concepts. ASPIRE test prep sessions allow you to get real-time feedback from your tutor that you can instantly apply. Your ASPIRE tutoring sessions can give you the opportunity to take chances and ask questions in a safe space that is conducive to learning.
As can be expected, the more work that you put into the coursework, the more likely you are to work toward your full potential. It's important to remember that ASPIRE test preparation need not be done on your own. The benefits of ASPIRE classes are vast. You can become better acquainted with the material and get to apply that knowledge. Contact Varsity Tutors today to get information about ASPIRE courses.
David: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly, and I think...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- SAT
- ACT
- +37 subjects
Brandon: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...truth has four corners: as a teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- HSPT
- ACT
- +68 subjects
Anmol: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...this drive that allows me to pursue my passions, both academically and socially, and to be successful in both. I find that my greatest happiness comes in the form of little victories such as a good grade on an exam, or making a friend laugh! Its because of this that I really slow down and try to appreciate every passing moment because I believe every moment has the potential to be life changing.... I strive to continue working on each issue a student has until he or she not only understands how to do the problem, but also the concept behind the solution.
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Cellular Biology and Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +162 subjects
Corey: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...a plethora of helpful ideas, tips, and strategies that have helped my clients succeed on their own. I specialize in the STEM fields, but I am also gifted in some of the fine arts. I am currently working toward obtaining my BS/MS in Nuclear and Radiological Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. As a tutor, I will give my all to help each and every student not only do well in their current class...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- +122 subjects
Payal: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...another at New York University. My love for mathematics eventually led to virtual tutoring through Florida Virtual School where I tutored over 150 hours in Pre-Calculus, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Chemistry. I love to teach because it lets me share my enthusiasm for mathematics and science with other students and helps me get a deeper understanding of material that is useful for my higher level mathematics and physics courses. As a tutor, I...
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Florida EOC Assessment
- Advanced Placement
- FCAT 2.0
- +152 subjects
Shahnawaz: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...and evaluating homework and quizzes. I have also taught underprivileged high school students as part of an NGO. I taught math, computer science and english speaking skills. This is why Mathematics is my favourite subject to tutor. I am also comfortable tutoring for standardised tests such as the GRE and SAT. My goal is not merely to teach facts and formulas but rather to help the student develop the intuition behind them. I value critical...
Education & Certification
- Lahore University of Management Science - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich - Masters, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- TOEFL
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- +80 subjects
Stacey: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...of supporting leadership teams bridge the gap in their school community through engaging coaching and consulting practices the promote out of the box thinking. In my spare time I love spending time with my children and grandchildren; cooking/baking and traveling; learning new skills, being active and helping the youth in my church community, meditation Prioritizing essentials is the key! Looking forward to an opportunity to help your VIP on the journey to goal success!... I believe that there is no 1 way to learn anything! My belief is that an educator will utilize varied modalities related to that particular scholar until that scholar fully comprehends. If you don't know your student then you are not driving instruction.
Education & Certification
- Audrey Cohen College - Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
- Mercy College - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISEE
- SAT
- SSAT
- +72 subjects
Bonnie: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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 relate the subject matter to their personal interests where they can...
Education & Certification
- CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelors, Math
- CUNY College of Staten Island - Masters, Math
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- REGENTS
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- ACT
- +36 subjects
Adam: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...on Secondary Education from Webster University in 2014. Since my graduation I have taught high school mathematics in both the public and private school environments, as well as continuing to tutor in my spare time. In the past, I have worked with students in a variety of subjects, most focusing on mathematics (pre-Algebra through Calculus and Statistics) and standardized test preparation. In my role as a tutor, my goal is two-fold: to review and reinforce...
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- Webster University - Master of Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Advanced Placement
- +44 subjects
Corey: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...unique learner. Every student learns differently and my goal is to find out what makes them tick in order to open the doors to understanding the topic. As a tutor, I strive to get my students to not only learn the knowledge, but truly understand. I have been working in the education field since 2007 and I am familiar with various techniques. My approach to education is very hands-on and inquiry based.... I like to keep things as simple as possible when teaching, and rely on pen, paper, and the "Socratic Method" as much as possible. Computers certainly have their place in the modern learning environment, but my goal as a teacher ultimately is to help students learn how to learn and to get excited about the subject matter, rather than just stuff their heads with lots of (to them, anyway) meaningless and disjointed facts and figures.
Education & Certification
- Roger Williams University - Bachelors, Marine Biology
- Florida Atlantic University - Masters, Environmental Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISEE
- Environmental Science
- 6th Grade Science
- +17 subjects
Cody: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...MIT I am pursuing a degree in mathematics. During this time I have acquired great experience in tutoring and teaching. I have a total of 8 years of experience tutoring mathematics, particularly calculus. I also have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th grade through adult learners, college-level review courses,...
Education & Certification
- Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SSAT
- ACT
- PSAT
- +127 subjects
Andrew: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...masters in Secondary Math Education at Northwestern University. I have taught all high school subjects (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Statistics, and Finite Math) and prepared students for the ACT, SAT, SAT subject tests, AP exams, and college placement exams. When tutoring, I will start by showing students good examples and all the steps, but by the end of the session, the student is showing me all the steps without...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Math
- Northwestern University - Masters, Math Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- SAT
- +32 subjects
Michael: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...a theatre company called Grey Room NYC and a non-profit organization called Leave Out Violence. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing and watching basketball (Go Bulls!), enjoying funny television shows (Louie is my favorite), and playing music (guitar & piano). I consider myself blessed to have a creative mind and spirit; I always endeavor to bring this creativity into anything I do. I am a big proponent of thinking outside the box. In...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- +63 subjects
Morgan: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...and discover the reasons they struggle. Although many of my clients do not share my passion for science and biology, I make the lessons as interesting as possible. I try to improve my clients' overall development as students, so they can be successful throughout their entire future academic careers. When I am not in school or tutoring, I love relaxing with my family, friends, and my two German Shepherds. I like reading a good book,...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- HSPT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +29 subjects
Elizabeth: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...I love helping students find meaning in their learning. So, you won't be bored. We will develop a plan each session and work hard to complete it -- with stops along the way to try out our learning with games, visuals and fun! I am a nationally known leader in teaching with technology, and you'll see that in each of our tutoring sessions if you'd like. We are a team! That means I will maintain...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
- Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- MAP
- SAT
- +71 subjects
Meagan: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...decided to continue my love of teaching into higher level courses. I currently tutor in the above topics, with a specific passion for Biology, Chemistry, and test preparation. As a tutor, I strive to challenge students beyond fundamentals, while focusing on and accommodating individual needs and individual learning styles. As an sewing and crafting enthusiast, I understand that with practice, tenacity, and perseverance comes success, a lesson I apply to my life and to my...
Education & Certification
- Chamberlain University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- SAT
- +81 subjects
Jim: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...career, I have had the benefit of great mentor/tutors and have always tried to do the same for others. Formally, I have taught students at the high school and college level in math and history (Rutgers University - PhD, 1988) and advised many others informally as a banking and investment professional (Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), since 1994). Recently, I have become a math tutor, mentor and substitute teacher in the Denver Public School system and...
Education & Certification
- Princeton/Empire State College - Bachelor in Arts, History & Social Theory
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - PHD, American History
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- ISEE
- +110 subjects
Adrianna: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, IL. I have also taught math in self-contained and remedial setting. I really love to help students find their voice in writing. I found that for me, as soon as I began to write about things I was passionate about on an individual level, I was able to unlock a lot of creativity. If students write about what they know, rather than what they think someone would like...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology and Policy Studies
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PARCC
- PSAT
- HSPT
- +74 subjects
Ashley-Rose: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...since 2010. While at Berry College I served as the Teaching Assistant for both General and Organic Chemistry for two and a half years. In this position, I taught students lab techniques and supervised the laboratory portion of the courses. I was also president of the Honors Student Union, and helped to implement a volunteer tutoring program that served underprivileged students in the local community. Since graduating from Berry College, I have been active in...
Education & Certification
- Berry College - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med Anthropology, Minors in Biology and Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- +47 subjects
Carol: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...teacher. I have extensive experience teaching/tutoring English in all ages as well as test prep and college essays. I am extremely passionate about education. I am a firm believer that every individual has the right to equal education. The power of language and the written word is vital for human survival and success. I hope that I can be there to help you become more confident in the subject of English and therefore become more...
Education & Certification
- Northern Kentucky University - Bachelor in Arts, English Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- SAT
- ACT
- +28 subjects