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2+ years
My academic credentials include a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and a Master of Aeronautical Engineering from Stanford University. I am retired from 40+ years of engineering. The last thirty years was working in the flight simulation industry. I had re...
Stanford University
MS
The University of Texas at Arlington
MS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Straley
I hold a Master's degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a Bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University. I tutored GED math for 3 years in college, so I have experience breaking down concepts for students with a variety of learning styles. I've also informally tutored oth...
Johns Hopkins University
Master's/Graduate
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Danielle
I am an entrepreneurial travel-loving media professional living in New Orleans. I have a Master in Business Administration from Tulane University and I love teaching all sorts of subjects, especially math. In terms of hobbies, you can find me long-distance running, studying data science, exploring ...
Tulane University of Louisiana
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Northwestern University
MS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Patrick
After serving as an intelligence officer in the Air Force for seven years, I completed a doctoral program in American Literature at UNC-Chapel Hill. Since then, I have edited a literary journal, managed a research center, and published several peer-reviewed articles on American autobiography, fictio...
Princeton University
PhD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Jacqueline
As a dedicated educator with a PhD in German Studies from Cornell University, I am passionate about nurturing student success through personalized tutoring. With over 7 years of teaching experience, I specialize in a wide array of subjects, including AP courses in Physics, English, and Calculus, as ...
Cornell University
Doctorate (PhD)
Cornell University
Master's/Graduate
Yale University
Bachelor
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a retired teacher who tutors and writes and who has had decades of success motivating and preparing people for a range of tests and tasks. I also walk/jog 50-plus miles a week, do yoga, and exercise my critical thinking skills regularly. My students since 1979 have ranged from middle school ur...
Yale University
AM
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I am a graduate of Duke University( undergrad) where I majored in Philosophy and minored in Theater Studies. During my summers in college, I worked with EducationUSA Nairobi, an advising center for Kenyan students who wish to pursue higher education in the US. When I worked for them, I tutored high ...
Duke University
AB
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Ann
I am passionate about helping students of all ages learn challenging content. I am a National Board Certified teacher with more than 20 years of state certified classroom teaching experience. I have expertise working with elementary students as well as supporting the professional growth of aspirin...
Harvard University
EDU
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
EDU
Pepperdine University
EDU
University of California-Riverside
EDU
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I'm a Harvard Senior studying computer science and neuroscience. I have over 10 years of experience tutoring and have also worked at top tech and research companies (IBM, SpaceX, Kempner Institute, etc.). I'm really passionate about making learning fun! I hope that sessions with me will make the mat...
Harvard University
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
I have enjoyed teaching all my life. I have taught and coached swimming, Boy Scout skills, classes and small groups in church, college classes, and enrichment classes for home schoolers. I like tutoring one to one because of the flexibility it allows me to have in tailoring the tutoring to the indiv...
North Carolina State University at Raleigh
MEC
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
MEC
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Exam) is a standardized test used by independent and private schools to evaluate student readiness for admission. Students in Sarasota typically take the ISEE when applying to private schools in the area, and it assesses verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, and math achievement across elementary, middle, and upper-level versions.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to identify your specific strengths and weaknesses—whether that's struggling with logic-based verbal reasoning questions or timing on quantitative sections—and create a customized study plan. Unlike classroom settings, you get undivided attention to work through challenging question types at your own pace and receive immediate feedback on your approach.
Many students struggle with the verbal reasoning section, which requires understanding analogies and sentence completions without a large vocabulary—it's more about logic than memorization. Time management is another major challenge, as students must work through multiple sections efficiently. Quantitative reasoning also trips up students who haven't mastered foundational math concepts or who rush through word problems without careful reading.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent tutoring leading up to their test date, though the timeline depends on your starting point and target score. With focused, personalized instruction on weak areas, many students see meaningful score improvements within 4-6 weeks. Starting early allows time to build foundational skills and practice test-taking strategies without last-minute cramming.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to understand your current strengths, weaknesses, and test-taking habits. Varsity Tutors connects you with an expert tutor who will review your goals, discuss which ISEE level you're taking, and create a personalized study plan targeting your specific needs—whether that's building verbal reasoning skills or mastering timing strategies.
Expert tutors working with Varsity Tutors have extensive experience teaching ISEE content and test-taking strategies, often with backgrounds in education or standardized test preparation. They understand the nuances of each ISEE section and know how to help students approach different question types strategically, not just memorize content.
Score improvements vary based on your starting point and effort, but students working with personalized tutors typically see gains of 10-20+ percentile points with consistent practice. The key is identifying exactly which question types and concepts are holding you back, then practicing those areas with targeted strategies—something personalized instruction excels at.
Getting started is simple: connect with Varsity Tutors, share your ISEE goals and test timeline, and you'll be matched with an expert tutor who fits your needs. From there, you'll schedule your first session and begin working through a personalized plan designed to boost your score and build test-taking confidence.
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