Varsity Tutors can help you find the private ASPIRE prep classes that you are looking for. With great guidance from knowledgeable tutors, ASPIRE courses can help to equip you with the skills that you need in order to work toward your full academic potential. The Alternative School Professionals in Real World Experiences, or ASPIRE, program is designed for anyone in the state of Colorado with an ambition to teach. For those who are currently working as a teacher - or who at least have an offer on the table - the program provides an alternative path to teacher licensure. An ASPIRE course can help you prepare for the academic rigors of the program by sharpening your skills and providing you with the content you need.
Private ASPIRE classes can help you understand the details of the program so that you can see if it's right for you. The program itself is used to fill vacant teaching positions which allows ASPIRE students to work full time in a teaching role while participating in on-the-job training. It also is used to complete the requisite coursework needed to obtain the proper professional credentials needed to allow them to stay in the job long-term. ASPIRE courses allow you to dive deep into the fundamentals that you will need to know in order to be better-prepared.
Individualized ASPIRE prep courses can take you through the different stages of the program so that you have a better idea of how the program works. If you wish to enroll in an ASPIRE prep class, these are the steps to follow.
Steps to join the ASPIRE program
- Complete the background information check
- Submit a personal statement of interest
- Provide your resume
- Submit your teaching contract or offer letter from a current employer
- Provide transcripts of your previous degree work
- PLACE or PRAXIS exam results
An ASPIRE class can assist you in a variety of unique academic areas and across many different portions of the program. Each ASPIRE course session gives you the chance to hone your skills and delve deep into important content. With the help of a qualified tutor, you can tackle the important tasks that the program requires, feeling more confident in your abilities. There are many other areas where having an ASPIRE tutor could come in handy.
Areas where ASPIRE tutoring can help:
- Assistance in pursuing admission to the ASPIRE program
- Exam preparation for the PLACE or PRAXIS
- Assistance in applying for teaching positions
- Tutoring for graduate-level coursework as a member of the ASPIRE program
Your ASPIRE course can tell you what to expect from the time of your initial application all the way on through to completion of the program. You can have the chance to ask questions of your tutor and get customized feedback that can seek out your problem areas that need to be addressed. ASPIRE classes are a good way to have coursework explained in ways that align with your particular learning style. ASPIRE prep course sessions can help you to develop a plan of action that allows you to more effectively work towards your goals. This is a level of customization rarely found in most typical classroom settings, and just one of the many benefits that come with ASPIRE prep courses.
If you are a Colorado resident with a goal to be a teacher, the ASPIRE program could be a great option for you. Varsity Tutors is standing by to help answer your questions regarding ASPIRE prep classes. Call to find out how helpful ASPIRE class sessions can be in pursuing your academic and career goals.

David: ASPIRE course instructor
...different ways and all can excel. I like to present material in an engaging 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...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISAT
- SAT
- HSPT
- +37 subjects

Michael: ASPIRE course instructor
...preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the student to develop a strategy that is personal to them, for any person will retain information most effectively when they are able...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- +63 subjects

Anmol: ASPIRE course instructor
...to be somewhere or do something that I have not yet achieved. I believe it is 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...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Cellular Biology and Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- PSAT
- +162 subjects

Elizabeth: ASPIRE course instructor
...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 spare time, I knit, love to visit new places, read about educational technology, spend time with my family, cook, and assist in training dogs to serve as assistance animals.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
- Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SSAT
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- +71 subjects

Shahnawaz: ASPIRE course instructor
...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 thinking and problem solving skills and that is what I would like to teach my students as...
Education & Certification
- Lahore University of Management Science - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich - Masters, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +80 subjects

Sonjanita: ASPIRE course instructor
...students and as individuals; while working to build their love of learning. I am a lifelong learner that enjoys working with Pre-K through adult learners. I currently hold an Ed.S degree in Administration & Supervision from National Louis University, an M.Ed in Curriculum and Instructional Technology from Grand Canyon University, an M.A. in Education from Northeastern Illinois University and a B.A. in English from the University of Illinois at Chicago. I also hold certificates in...
Education & Certification
- University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
- National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISEE
- SAT
- PSAT
- +140 subjects

Jacob: ASPIRE course instructor
...to learn and that the teaching/learning relationship requires 100% effort from the teacher and student. Because each student learns differently, it's important for educators to quickly learn their students' learning styles so they can adapt the material and the approach to best meet the students' needs. I teach with care and patience. The best part of teaching is helping a student to independently solve problems. I will work with students relentlessly to help them be...
Education & Certification
- Trinity University - Bachelors, Spanish
- University of the Incarnate Word - Masters, Adult Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT
- +68 subjects

Ashley-Rose: ASPIRE course instructor
...forensic pathologist. I have worked both formally and informally as a teacher and tutor 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...
Education & Certification
- Berry College - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med Anthropology, Minors in Biology and Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- +47 subjects

Stephanie : ASPIRE course instructor
...the past four years, I have worked full time as a Director of Operations with the National Student Leadership Conference. At the NSLC, I worked closely with the Engineering and Medicine and Health Care conferences where some of responsibilities included writing lesson plans, revising the curricula, and lecturing to students. Math and science have always been my favorite subjects, and I love bringing real world applications into lessons! I believe that a strong math and...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy Neuroscience Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- GED
- Pre-Algebra
- IB Chemistry
- +45 subjects

Corey: ASPIRE course instructor
...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 or on the standardized exam they preparing for, but to give them the skills necessary to...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +122 subjects
Danielle: ASPIRE course instructor
...wish I could stay in school forever and learn about everything! Throughout my college career, and even in high school, I have dedicated most of my free time to mentoring and tutoring children and teenagers in math and science. I have a very easy time relating to people of all ages and a gift for explaining complicated topics in an easy to follow manner. Please let me know how I can help you or your...
Education & Certification
- Penn State University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SHSAT
- PSAT
- TACHS
- +104 subjects

Gwen: ASPIRE course instructor
...Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I currently work as a Head Teacher at a learning center. I have over 6 years tutoring experience, and have been with Varsity Tutors since the fall of 2015! Through this company, I've worked with clients of all ages and I have enjoyed bringing an upbeat and positive attitude to help them meet and excel in...
Education & Certification
- Austin Peay State University - Bachelors, History and Political Science
- University of Connecticut - Current Grad Student, History of Science and Medicine
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- GED
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- +208 subjects

Adam: ASPIRE course instructor
...in Mathematics. I earned my Master's degree in Mathematics for Educators with a focus 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....
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
Ricky: ASPIRE course instructor
...ever since I got my Bachelor's Degree, including during my time at JHU, in subjects ranging from basic arithmetic to differential equations. My teaching philosophy is "math is easy"; my goal is to make sure you understand why math is intuitive and natural, so that it's easy for you, too. In my spare time, I like to to solve math puzzles (yeah, I know I'm a nerd), play video games and board games, and watch...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- CAHSEE
- +53 subjects

Cody: ASPIRE course instructor
...recently ranked by US News as the number one university in the country. At 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...
Education & Certification
- Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- GED
- ACT
- SAT
- +127 subjects

Brittany: ASPIRE course instructor
...on different levels of responsibility. I possess a high degree of self-confidence and personal accountability, which help me to manage the rigors of professional work. My job performance goes beyond pragmatic instruction, to include cultural exchange and personal understanding. I know that any environment would be enhanced by my positive attitude, maturity and adaptability. Highly motivated and flexible, I learn quickly and commit myself to any task I take on.. You will find me to...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Arkansas - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Brock University - Masters, Philosophy/ Comparative Literature
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- ACT
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +51 subjects

Jeremy: ASPIRE course instructor
...Procrastination is a nasty habit that haunts everyone. That is more reason why I should tutor others. I have a deeper understanding why students struggle in their subjects. I know where the roadblocks are and how to overcome them. I no longer have trouble hearing ever since I undergone ear surgery and changed my life dramatically. I still feel like I am playing catch up, but that seems not to be the case in all...
Education & Certification
- Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- PSAT
- Science
- +85 subjects

Morgan: ASPIRE course instructor
...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, going for runs, and watching movies. I also really enjoy cooking and baking. I have been told...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Advanced Placement
- HSPT
- ACT
- +29 subjects

Meagan: ASPIRE course instructor
...and Reading and 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...
Education & Certification
- Chamberlain University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- MAP
- PSAT
- +81 subjects

Phoebe: ASPIRE course instructor
...time in the Hospitality Industry in Las Vegas, which, unexpectedly, introduced me to the construction industry. Through all of this, I have been a professional tutor for profit and pro bono. I believe education should be available to everyone regardless of age, sex, or socio-economic status, and I utilize learning identification to impart wisdom in the most effective way possible for each student's needs. I love that magical moment when the student "gets it." With...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Ecology
- National University - Master of Science, Ecommerce
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- HSPT
- GED
- +195 subjects