If your student is in any grade between three and ten and has an ACT Aspire assessment coming up, you may be interested in signing them up for private ACT Aspire prep courses through Varsity Tutors. We can get your student set up with ACT Aspire prep classes that feature a qualified instructor working one-on-one with your student. By taking advantage of these individualized ACT Aspire classes, your child can receive benefits beyond those that a traditional classroom setting could provide.
For one thing, each ACT Aspire class session can be planned dynamically to meet your student's specific needs at that time. During their first ACT Aspire course, your child's tutor can gauge their starting level of proficiency in each subject that appears on the test. They can then use this base point to plan a set of ACT Aspire courses that tackle the subjects and concepts your student finds most challenging. As they continue to study together, their tutor can track your student's progress and make adjustments to the ACT Aspire course lesson plans in real time. For example, if your student masters a certain science concept more quickly than they expected and originally blocked out time to study, their instructor can easily move into the next ACT Aspire class subject, making the time they spend studying together more efficient in addition to being highly effective.
The kind of continuing assessment that tracks your child's progress throughout their school years may not be highly enjoyable to them, but there are advantages. The greatest payoff is probably in catching any knowledge gaps early so your student can get caught up with the rest of the students their age. If your student was having a hard time understanding math, it would be much better to find out in third or fifth grade when it's still relatively easy to pinpoint the skills they need to work on and get them help to catch up. If you don't find out until later high school years, a lot of damage could already have been done.
As your student proceeds through the customized sessions of their private ACT Aspire prep course, they'll be studying with the goal of reaching certain benchmark scores in English, reading, math, and science. To get an idea of the expectations, we have tables giving benchmark scoring details for English for you to review:
Grade | Low Score | High Score | Benchmark |
3 | 400 | 435 | 413 |
4 | 400 | 438 | 417 |
5 | 400 | 442 | 419 |
6 | 400 | 448 | 420 |
7 | 400 | 450 | 421 |
8 | 400 | 452 | 422 |
9 | 400 | 456 | 426 |
10 | 400 | 456 | 428 |
ACT Aspire tutors can also discuss test-taking strategies and tips with your student. This might include time management tactics that work well with your student's learning style and help them prepare to work at the pace necessary to complete all the questions in the available time. Additionally, their tutor can help your student learn relaxation exercises that they can use during the test if they start to feel nervous or pressured. This could be especially helpful if your student experiences testing anxiety on a regular basis.
Contact Varsity Tutors now to get your student signed up for their own personalized, comprehensive ACT Aspire prep class today.
Adam: ACT Aspire course instructor
...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 previously taught material,...
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- Webster University - Master of Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Science
- ACT Math
- Test Prep
- +44 subjects
Nikhil: ACT Aspire course instructor
As an international studies and global finance student at the Johns Hopkins University, I have countless experiences in the fields of history, English, mathematics, and language. Furthermore, I have taken numerous AP classes in high school and am capable of educating in subjects that are of the relevant fields. In addition to this, I have taken the SAT and ACT, and have achieved high scores, giving me the ability to show you how to take...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, International Economics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- ACT Residual
- +103 subjects
David: ACT Aspire course instructor
...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 with a little coaching...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT English
- ACT Science
- ACT Reading
- +37 subjects
Sophia: ACT Aspire course instructor
...science and art history at Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City-- and I'm happy that I've been able to continue to tutor a wide range of ages in a wide variety of subjects throughout college. My passion for languages shapes my preferred tutoring realm; I especially enjoy teaching others the languages I am familiar with and fluent in, which include English, German, Italian, and Spanish. I also enjoy assisting in science-related fields,...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- +97 subjects
Chase: ACT Aspire course instructor
...less than their very best, yet there is much more to teaching than just making certain that students answer questions correctly on a test. A teacher must never lose sight of the idea that he is preparing his students to be successful no matter what endeavor they choose to pursue after graduation. Any chance I get to improve the futures of my students will be just as important to them, and to me, as learning...
Education & Certification
- Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT Science
- +144 subjects
Alexandra: ACT Aspire course instructor
...Through my experiences helping struggling students and peers, I have realized the value of adaptability. Most people reach out to a tutor because the traditional classroom method is not best suited for their learning needs. There is nothing more joyful than when a student finally understands the material in a way that makes sense to them. Many times, students need flexibility and patience in order to grasp a foreign concept. I am a firm believer...
Education & Certification
- University of North Texas - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Science
- ACT Writing
- ACT English
- +308 subjects
Meghana: ACT Aspire course instructor
...kids whose parents were affected by cancer. Through this I developed a sense of empathy and patients that I hope to utilize when tutoring students I work with. I have also had experience tutoring high school students one-on-one in a variety of subjects. Through this, I was able to come up with unique ways of teaching students complex subjects. I have taken intensive coursework and volunteered throughout college whether at the local hospital or campus...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +62 subjects
Remington: ACT Aspire course instructor
...am about to begin graduate school as a PhD Student in Condensed Matter Physics. I am currently working at an experimental physics lab at the University of Maryland, College Park. My tutoring style is pretty relaxed. In my experience, if someone knows what question to ask then they are already pretty close to the answer; they just need a push in the right direction. I like to help people talk through the problems. My job...
Education & Certification
- University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Criminology
- University of Chicago - PHD, Physics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Science
- ACT Math
- SAT Math
- +77 subjects
Ashley-Rose: ACT Aspire course instructor
...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 tutoring peers (both at the undergraduate and graduate level) as well as younger students in a variety of subjects including biology,...
Education & Certification
- Berry College - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med Anthropology, Minors in Biology and Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- ACT Math
- +47 subjects
Elizabeth: ACT Aspire course instructor
...team! That means I will maintain contact with your school teachers and keep parents in the loop to make sure we have covered all that's needed to make my students a success! I have spent years working with national organizations for gifted students and also with students with learning disabilities. This gives me a special perspective on ALL learners and helps me tailor the best course of study for all of my students. In my...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
- Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- Macroeconomics
- Economics
- Study Skills and Organization
- +71 subjects
Luke: ACT Aspire course instructor
...the past, I have worked with students in high school and college work towards their academic and personal goals within subjects such as economics, calculus, and US and European history. I am most experienced in ACT/SAT preparation, as well as the following AP subjects: Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Calculus AB/BC, Human Geography, US History, Music Theory, English Language, English Literature I'm also an experienced singer and music composer - I've been singing in choir for 8 years,...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor of Science, Applied Economics
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Residual
- ACT Science
- ACT Study Skills and Organization
- +33 subjects
Maria: ACT Aspire course instructor
...graduating. Since beginning my tutoring journey, I have tutored students on SAT/ACT/PERT examination preparation, high school and college-level math courses, and the sciences (e.g biology, chemistry, etc.). Amongst this broad range of subjects, my favorite materials to tutor would definitely be the SAT or ACT, as this long-term preparation helps set students up for success with their college applications and future. My teaching philosophy always centers around an active learning experience where my learning style...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT Science
- +50 subjects
Sarah: ACT Aspire course instructor
...it can be hard. While I specialize in working with middle and high school students, I have worked with students as young as kindergarten and those well into adulthood. For those of you based in the Chicagoland area, I am an experienced Test Prep tutor who has successfully helped several students gain admittance to selective enrollment high schools and highly competitive universities such as the University of Michigan, Georgetown University, Northwestern and the University of...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Psychology
- Providence College - Masters, Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +48 subjects
Abigail: ACT Aspire course instructor
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
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- +71 subjects
Andrew: ACT Aspire course instructor
...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 any assistance. We...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Math
- Northwestern University - Masters, Math Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- SAT Math
- Competition Math
- +32 subjects
Carol: ACT Aspire course instructor
...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 confident in school and the future. While I dedicate a great amount of my life to education, in my spare time...
Education & Certification
- Northern Kentucky University - Bachelor in Arts, English Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Writing
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- +28 subjects
Kelcey: ACT Aspire course instructor
I have 6 years of teaching experience in grades 6-12. Over the years I have taught everything from low level classes to AP Statistics. I have a passion for what I do and a love of math. I can't wait to use my passion and experience to help your student do their best, and feel proud of what they achieved.... To explain or demonstrate every topic in a way that reaches every student no matter where they are at.
Education & Certification
- Indiana State University - Bachelors, Math and Math Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Math
- ACCUPLACER Arithmetic
- Test Prep
- +24 subjects
Juliet: ACT Aspire course instructor
...realizes positive self-growth. I have been rewarded with many of these occasions throughout my tenure as a secondary English classroom teacher. I have especially enjoyed teaching ACT preparation classes because students would often return after the semester and share their exciting news about meeting their score goals. Since I earned my Master’s in Education from Lesley University, I have developed a whole repertoire of strategies for delivering differentiated instruction that meets the individual needs of...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
- Lesley University - Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Writing
- ACT Science
- +40 subjects
Carrie: ACT Aspire course instructor
...Masters of Arts in Reading with an Emphasis in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach Early Childhood PK-4 and Special Education PK-8. While I have experience tutoring in different subjects, I am most passionate about Reading, Math, and Phonics. I taught in Florida for 2 years (Kindergarten and First Grade). I am a firm believer in education, believing it to be exceptionally necessary to achieve and excel in lives endeavors. In my spare time,...
Education & Certification
- Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Special Education
- Grand Canyon University - Master of Arts, Reading Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- LSAT Reading Comprehension
- +65 subjects
Matthew: ACT Aspire course instructor
...New-Gen NCLEX preperation, I have designed a specialized, Case-Study approach (100 Case Studies covering a broad range of Pathophysiologies). I'm prepared at this time to help those looking to take the New-Gen NCLEX!! I pride myself in having a broad range of specialized knowledge in healthcare, medicine and business. For each of these specialized areas my greatest accomplishment has been my ability to share my knowledge by teaching individuals, and groups, whether they be students,...
Education & Certification
- University of the State of New York - Associate in Nursing, Nursing (RN)
- University of the State of New York - Bachelor of Science, Business, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT Aspire
- ACT Reading
- ACT Math
- ACT Writing
- +185 subjects