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2+ years
Brooke
Upper Level ISEE prep demands range — from algebraic reasoning and geometry proofs on the quantitative side to reading comprehension and essay writing on the verbal side. Brooke covers both halves credibly because her own academic background blends rigorous quantitative reasoning with deep expertise...
Georgia State University
AM
New York University
AM
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Annie
I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelors, Physiological Sciences
Drexel University College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, MD
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Matthew
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer i...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Human Biology (concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science)
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Pinelopi
I am a Duke University graduate with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I have experience tutoring all levels of Spanish language, all sections of the SAT, as well as algebra, pre algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus! I love kids & I have a very flexible schedule and a lot of patience! Let me help you...
Duke University
Bachelor in Arts in Psychology
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISEE Upper Level is a standardized admission test for students applying to private schools in grades 9-12. It assesses verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, and math achievement. Students in Portland typically take this exam in 7th or 8th grade when applying to high schools, making preparation crucial for competitive admissions.
The exam includes Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Mathematics Achievement sections. Many students struggle most with Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning because they require both content knowledge and strategic test-taking skills. Personalized tutoring helps identify your specific weak areas and builds targeted strategies rather than generic test prep.
Classroom instruction moves at a fixed pace for all students, while personalized tutoring adapts to your learning speed and focuses on your specific challenge areas. A tutor working one-on-one can spend extra time on quantitative reasoning if that's your weakness, skip topics you've mastered, and teach strategies tailored to how you learn best—leading to more efficient improvement and higher scores.
Most students benefit from 3-6 months of focused preparation, ideally starting 4-5 months before their test date. Starting early allows time to build foundational skills, practice with full-length exams, and refine test-taking strategies without rushing. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can create a customized prep timeline based on your starting level and target score.
Score improvements vary based on starting level and prep duration, but students typically see 50-150 point increases with consistent, focused preparation. The key is identifying specific weak areas—like struggling with word problems or vocabulary in context—and addressing them systematically. Personalized instruction accelerates improvement because tutors teach to your exact needs rather than generic test prep content.
Verbal Reasoning success requires strong vocabulary and the ability to understand relationships between words quickly. Effective strategies include building context clues skills, learning word families rather than isolated words, and practicing timed drills to improve speed and accuracy. Tutors can teach you which strategies work best for your learning style and help you practice until they become automatic.
Quantitative Reasoning tests both math skills and logical reasoning under time pressure. Tutors help by teaching efficient problem-solving methods, identifying calculation errors, and building confidence with unfamiliar question types. Personalized prep means focusing on the specific concepts giving you trouble—whether that's ratios, geometry, or working backwards from answer choices—rather than reviewing everything.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in ISEE prep and understand the demands of Portland's competitive private school admissions process. Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your strengths and areas for improvement, then your tutor creates a personalized study plan targeting your goals. You can start whenever works best for your timeline and test date.
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