Finding the right Boulder SSAT preparation strategy doesn't have to be hard with the help of Varsity Tutors. Boulder SSAT prep can cover subject area content evaluated in all three levels of the exam. Whether you have a child who will be taking the Elementary Level SSAT or a student facing the Upper or Middle Level SSAT, it is essential they have the resources they need to prepare adequately. It can be difficult as a parent to know where to start, which is why it makes sense to look for professionally developed resources and skilled instructors to help you along the way.
Most private and independent schools require SSAT scores as part of the admissions process. While they are not the only consideration, they are considered an accurate reflection of a students competency in grade level reading, verbal, and math concepts. Whether your student needs a quick review of a few skills or a comprehensive review to give them confidence before test day, finding the right prep solution is essential. Continue reading to learn more about the SSAT and how Varsity Tutors can help you give your student the right SSAT prep resources for their learning style and academic needs.
What can Boulder SSAT prep cover?
Verbal, Quantitative, and Reading sections are part of each level of the SSAT, and they are the only portions for which your child will receive a score. However, all of the levels also include a Writing Sample and an Experimental section that is not scored. It's important to note that the Writing Sample will be sent to all of the schools your student will be applying to and admissions officials will review it, so refining their writing technique may need to be included as part of your child's SSAT preparation. The Experimental section is only used by testing officials to develop the exam and will not have any personal impact on your child.
The Quantitative sections cover grade level appropriate math concepts. The Verbal and Reading sections include grade-level appropriate English language concepts and skills. Some of the skills your child may need to review may consist of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, reading comprehension, analogies, synonyms, vocabulary, suffixes, antonyms, prefixes, word roots, parts of speech, making inferences, main idea, author's purpose, data analysis, numbers and operations, probability, ratio and proportion, mean, median, mode, range, and solving for area or perimeter.
There isn't a single Boulder SSAT prep that is perfect for every student. However, there is one that is perfect for your child. You can easily connect with an experienced tutor who can give your child customized instruction or enroll your student in an expertly designed prep course, depending on which option best fits their learning style and academic needs.
How can a Boulder SSAT prep class help my child prepare?
Classes are held in a secure digital learning environment. This type of classroom provides a familiar structure and the convenience of working remotely. You can control the physical space your student is working in to ensure they are able to focus on their studies and don't have to worry about finding additional transportation for them to travel to and from their classes.
When teachers meet with the class, they will deliver instructional information to the group as a whole. They may then spend time facilitating group discussions, assign individual or group projects, or work individually with students who have questions. All of these methods support the integration of the subject area content students are reviewing.
When you enroll your student in a class, you will have the option of two or four-week sessions. This allows you to give your child the amount of support they need to work towards their goal. It also gives them a defined period within which they will have to work diligently. Knowing there is a deadline to complete something is highly motivating for most students.
Don't worry about having to wait weeks or months for a new session to start. Each class is made up of individual sections, and new sections begin every week. Your child will be in their SSAT prep class and preparing for their exam quickly.
A prep class is an excellent choice for students who are energized and motivated by engaging with other students as part of their learning process. It is also ideal for students who would benefit from a comprehensive overview.
How is working with a Boulder SSAT tutor different from taking a prep class?
Working with a private tutor gives your child more one-on-one time with an instructor and allows for more personalized instruction than is possible within a classroom setting. This type of environment means the instructor has more time to get to know your child, their learning style, academic strengths and weaknesses, and specific SSAT goals. This information can then be used to create customized sessions that target your child's specific needs.
Another difference between private SSAT tutoring and classes is in how they are scheduled. Classes must have regular meeting times because of the need to accommodate many students at once. While this is an effective way to make sure the greatest number of students have access to high-quality SSAT prep resources, it isn't always convenient for individual students. Private sessions can be scheduled individually and are available at a greater variety of times. You can schedule sessions on the weekend and throughout the week during regular business hours or in the evening.
Private tutoring is an excellent choice for your child if you know they excel when they receive high-quality one-on-one instruction or if they need greater scheduling flexibility to make prioritizing their SSAT preparation a reality.
How can I get my child started with a Boulder SSAT prep solution?
Varsity Tutors can help you quickly enroll your student in a Boulder SSAT prep course or help you connect them with a skilled SSAT tutor. Regardless of which option you choose, you will be providing your student with the support of an experienced instructor who can help them work towards their learning goals. To get started immediately, contact Varsity Tutors today.

Melissa: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...getting better grades. Many students feel angry, hopeless, and uninterested in school when they are having trouble. With the right help and time, problem areas can feel less overwhelming and even fun. My method is to first understand my student's specific issue, and work to address him or her as an individual. I help them develop strategies so when they are alone and facing a difficult problem, they have the foundation and confidence to work...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- HSPT
- ISEE
- SAT
- +49 subjects

Jim: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...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 an historical adviser for a national high school competition focused on the U.S. Constitution. Since my approach to studying...
Education & Certification
- Princeton/Empire State College - Bachelor in Arts, History & Social Theory
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - PHD, American History
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- ACT
- ISEE
- +110 subjects

Shannon: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...all students can learn. We just need to find the right ways to teach them. Not every student learns in the same way, so it is up to teachers and tutors to help students discover how they learn best. It is often hard to find this out in a classroom of 25 or more students, but with a tutor, students can often find out how they can become lifelong learners and enrich their lives in...
Education & Certification
- Colorado State University - Bachelors, English
- Grand Canyon University - Masters, Elementary Education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- Math
- High School Level American Literature
- +22 subjects

Ian: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...can either be found reading a good book (I love most genres but hold a special place for Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Dystopian books. or watching some sports on TV (Go Broncos!). I do enjoy to travel when funds and time allow. But mostly my time is spent ensuring that I'm helping my students be as successful as they can. I love tutoring because it helps me reach out and impact more student lives than I...
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- Test Prep
- Pre-Algebra
- 2nd Grade Reading
- +39 subjects

Kathy: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...some light-hearted fun and creativity. I create an environment where students can grow at their own pace and flourish. It is here that students have ample opportunities to work hard, express themselves, share their work and celebrate their successes, both big and small. Acknowledging the it takes a village to make strides in a student's learning, teamwork is essential. Therefore, I welcome and encourage parents to share in their children's intellectual growth and development, and...
Education & Certification
- King's College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Colorado Denver - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- HSPT
- SAT Subject Tests
- OLSAT
- +21 subjects

Erinrose: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...Lit I/III, Contemporary Literature, 10th grade grammar and expository writing seminars, Literature of the Sea, Experimental Novel, and Creative Writing. At Wash U, I taught Fiction Writing I, II, and Microfiction, and last year I facilitated pedagogy training for Wash U MFA graduate students. I currently tutor at DU's Writing Center and, beginning this fall, I will teach undergraduate fiction classes. I have a marked interest in modern and contemporary fiction, though I very much...
Education & Certification
- Carleton College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
- Washington University in St Louis - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- Social Sciences
- SAT Reading
- +33 subjects

Lizzie: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...since I was about 12 years old. With babysitting at a young age, working at day cares, and now teaching people of all ages how to ride horses you could say that I have a passion not only for kids but for being an educator. I am currently going to school to be an elementary school teacher and would love to have the opportunity to work with a diverse community of students.... My teaching philosophy is that, for a successful learning experience, there needs to be equal collaborative effort put forth between both student and instructor in an interactive, conversational style.
Education & Certification
- Red Rocks Community College - Current Undergrad, elementary education
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- PARCC
- CLEP
- GED
- +41 subjects

Samantha: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...the fall, I will begin attending law school at Northwestern Law. For many years, I tutored a wide range of students in Spanish, English literature, and writing. I have also continued to help many high school seniors with college application essays. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am very passionate about helping students improve their reading and writing skills, and I really enjoy helping students with Critical Reading and Writing portions of Standardized...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Current Undergrad, Political Science & Legal Studies
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- ACT
- ISEE
- +36 subjects

Max: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in human capital consulting & private equity, as well as in patent law. My interests are widely varied...
Education & Certification
- Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ISEE
- PSAT
- SAT
- +104 subjects

Connor: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...also tutor students in college level general chemistry, general biology, organic chemistry, introductory physics, economics and for the MCAT exam. I excelled in undergraduate coursework pertaining to these subjects and have prior experience in assisting pre-professional (pre-medical and pre-nursing) students looking to succeed in their required general science classes. My tutoring methodology is dependent on the establishment of a strong conceptual framework, and subsequent application of theory through practice problems (the best way to master...
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- HSPT
- STAAR
- +43 subjects

Jessica: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...the first freshman tutor to be accepted into this selective program. The tutoring program involved a preliminary peer-tutor training course prior to beginning tutoring, in order to certify that I had the appropriate background to provide professional feedback to fellow students on their literary works and projects. After graduation, I worked for a full-service learning center where I created and implemented high school lesson plans for home-schooled students, provided academic support for students ranging in...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, History
- Nova Southeastern University - PHD, Medicine
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ISEE
- SAT
- +81 subjects

Wendy: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...literature, writing, religion, culture, anything in the arts or humanities. I work well with students in the medical field and can tutor for qualifying exams IELTS, GRE Psychology, MCAT Psychology, EPPP. I like to help students meet their goals, keep organized and stay on track so they can enjoy learning. I have a lot of interests: reading, art, architecture, literature and travel. My teaching style reflects the needs of the learner and I assess and...
Education & Certification
- Hofstra University - Bachelor in Arts, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Hofstra University - Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology
- University of Southern California - Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- CogAT
- GED
- WPPSI
- +273 subjects

Kaley: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My passion is psychology and I have been able to use my graduate training in human development to tailor my instruction to...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
- Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- PSAT
- ISEE
- ACT
- +35 subjects

Rachel: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...of finding the style of learning that is most effective for them. What works or makes sense for one student will not necessarily work for the next student, and so it is essential as a tutor to be able to explain the same concept in a variety of different ways and to be able to determine when a student has fully grasped the concept. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- HSPT
- PSAT
- CogAT
- +89 subjects

Gregory: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...Information: I am a STEM based tutor for Varsity Tutors in which I tutor everything from entry level to advanced subjects in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, all Engineering disciplines, and MBA courses. I am continuously adding both courses in an individual field as well as fields themselves to tutor. I tutor from 6th grade to graduate school as well as students with mental disabilities. I help students from inner city schools to the...
Education & Certification
- Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
- Carnegie Mellon University - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- CLEP
- PSAT
- +326 subjects

Rebecca: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...foundation of knowledge and confidence that you can carry forward. My favorite subjects to tutor include English, SAT test preparation, math, and psychology. My approach to tutoring is to meet the student where they're at and go from there. I find that this way we can build a productive tutoring relationship where I can help individualize learning to each person's particular learning style. Outside of academic interests, I enjoy cooking, being with friends and family,...
Education & Certification
- Northwestern University - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Chicago SSA - Masters, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- +53 subjects

Matt: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is to go to medical school, but in the meantime I try...
Education & Certification
- Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
- Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- +85 subjects

Erica: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...a variety of subjects and consider the following areas to be my specialties: *Standardized tests, such as the ISEE, SSAT, and AP examinations *Students who demonstrate challenging behaviors *Long-term tutoring in math and reading--I love to guide a student who initially struggled to meet and exceed expectations! Outside of my direct work with students, I have coordinated a math tutoring program that placed K-12 math tutors into local public schools. I have also served as...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English; Latin Language and Literature
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT
- PSAT
- ISEE
- +77 subjects

Diptesh: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!"...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- TACHS
- HSPT
- REGENTS
- +88 subjects

Vivek: Boulder SSAT test prep instructor
...I am a biology major and neuroscience minor. Science has been my passion from a young age. I like tutoring because I sincerely enjoy helping others and being able to impart my knowledge and experience. Along with being strong in my curricular classes, I have experience helping and tutoring younger students in various subjects and test prep. As a patient and encouraging teacher, I am adept at helping others reach their educational goals.... My teaching philosophy is "work hard, play hard." It may sound childish, but I believe the brain requires balance in everything, including activities. With a strong work ethic, along with support and freedom, the tutor and student will go far.
Education & Certification
- Austin College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- SSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- TOEFL
- ACT
- +66 subjects