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
...in 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...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- SSAT
- HSPT
- +37 subjects
Corey: ASPIRE course instructor
...helping others succeed. As I have grown in my own fields, I have also gained a plethora of helpful ideas, tips, and strategies that have helped my clients succeed on their 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...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +122 subjects
Jesse: ASPIRE course instructor
...tests, and especially enjoy helping students think about subjects creatively and from new angles. My largest interest, outside of education, is music. I worked throughout college as a music director at Wesleyan's radio station, and currently work as a producer and staff writer for Afropop Worldwide, a non-profit radio show dedicated to African music and music of the African diaspora. I also love watching independent films and reading fiction and philosophy. I love living in...
Education & Certification
- Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, French & College of Letters (History/English/Philosophy)
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- SAT
- SSAT
- +80 subjects
Bonnie: ASPIRE course instructor
...grades K-12. Students benefit from tutoring sessions with me because they feel confident with the assignments they are given, and are able to retain and utilize the concepts that I have taught them. I know that they usually understand or master the topics I teach them, because I informally assess them at the end of the session and their results are at or above the level they are expected to be at. In addition, I...
Education & Certification
- CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelors, Math
- CUNY College of Staten Island - Masters, Math
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- AIMS
- ISEE
- REGENTS
- +36 subjects
Adam: ASPIRE course instructor
...and 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...
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- Webster University - Master of Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- MAP
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- +44 subjects
Stacey: ASPIRE course instructor
...process will be in vain During this time I have also had the pleasure of supporting leadership teams bridge the gap in their school community through engaging coaching and consulting practices the promote out of the box thinking. In my spare time I love spending time with my children and grandchildren; cooking/baking and traveling; learning new skills, being active and helping the youth in my church community, meditation Prioritizing essentials is the key! Looking forward...
Education & Certification
- Audrey Cohen College - Bachelors, Business Administration and Management
- Mercy College - Masters, Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISEE
- MAP
- ACT
- +73 subjects
Payal: ASPIRE course instructor
...high school, I attended math competitions across the country including one at Princeton University and another at New York University. My love for mathematics eventually led to virtual tutoring through Florida Virtual School where I tutored over 150 hours in Pre-Calculus, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Chemistry. I love to teach because it lets me share my enthusiasm for mathematics and science with other students and helps me get a deeper understanding of material...
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Florida EOC Assessment
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +152 subjects
Elizabeth: ASPIRE course instructor
...hard to complete it -- with stops along the way to try out our learning with games, visuals and fun! I am a nationally known leader in teaching with technology, and you'll see that in each of our tutoring sessions if you'd like. We are a 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
- Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISEE
- SAT
- MAP
- +71 subjects
Brittany: ASPIRE course instructor
...and rewards of the learning process. My teaching experience is centered on providing students with the skills they need to develop their personal expression. As an instructor of academic writing, I have worked to help my pupils to refine their style, be more detailed and specific in their use of language, and to find their own voice to lend their writing a level of authenticity. Stemming from my background in dramatic arts, my classroom also...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Arkansas - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Brock University - Masters, Philosophy/ Comparative Literature
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- TOEFL
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +51 subjects
Jeremy: ASPIRE course instructor
...My school background is rough since I was born with a hearing disability. I was not the best academically, but I was involved in soccer. This hardship increased due to procrastination. 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...
Education & Certification
- Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- PSAT
- Algebra
- +85 subjects
Carol: ASPIRE course instructor
...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 I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- Northern Kentucky University - Bachelor in Arts, English Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- ACT
- SAT
- +28 subjects
Juliet: ASPIRE course instructor
...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 my students. A student-centered approach is imperative when working one-on-one with individuals. English, literature, and writing are the three areas that I have the most experience and fun teaching. When I am not in the classroom or tutoring, I am hiking in the bluffs of Wisconsin...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin Parkside - Bachelor in Arts, Secondary English Education
- Lesley University - Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- ISEE
- SAT
- +40 subjects
Morgan: ASPIRE course instructor
...I know that everyone has a different learning personality. I get to know my students and discover the reasons they struggle. Although many of my clients do not share my passion for 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- HSPT
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- +29 subjects
Arianna: ASPIRE course instructor
...business endeavors. I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves and know that they can accomplish anything with determination and hard work! Realizing you...
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- CLEP
- +437 subjects
Sarah: ASPIRE course instructor
...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 Chicago. (I'm also an alum of the University of Notre Dame and the University of Michigan, so I'll be sure you not only do well on the test, but that you'll be ready for the work once you're a freshman.) I hope that we can work...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Psychology
- Providence College - Masters, Secondary Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- PSAT
- ACT
- +48 subjects
Meagan: ASPIRE course instructor
...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 and...
Education & Certification
- Chamberlain University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT
- +81 subjects
Stephanie : ASPIRE course instructor
...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 science foundation is essential to all students as the knowledge and critical thinking skills...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy Neuroscience Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- GED
- Reading
- College Algebra
- +45 subjects
Marty: ASPIRE course instructor
...and in after school programs too. I do love teaching... that's why I can't seem to leave it. These days I'm employed as a paraprofessional at Middletown High School. I spend a lot of my spare time with my grandson, Joshua, who is 13 years old and a total delight. He never fails to make me smile. He attends middle school in Glastonbury where he is an A student and football player. I look forward...
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Mathematics Education
- Wesleyan University - Masters, Mathematics
- State of Connecticut - Certificate, Mathematics Teacher Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SHSAT
- HSPT
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +131 subjects
Sonjanita: ASPIRE course instructor
...I love traveling, creative writing, and historical research. In particular, the study of ancient civilizations of the Americas and Africa. Being privileged to study these and other cultures through personal and academic research through the use of primary texts and travel explorations has heightened my interest in these subjects. While I emphasize student-centered instruction (with ample opportunities for differentiation, modeling and scaffolding), I am also a firm believer in the inter-generational transmission of knowledge. Teachers/tutors/learning...
Education & Certification
- University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
- National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SSAT
- CLEP
- SAT
- +135 subjects
Jerrod: ASPIRE course instructor
...from students having reading deficiencies to students not having basic math skills. The second reason students have issues is because they are bored with the content and choose not to study. These students are capable of completing assignments, but they are not invested in the work. As your child's tutor, I figure out which issue (knowledge deficiencies or investment problems) is hurting his/her success and then create a personalized plan for him/her! I am originally...
Education & Certification
- Ohio State University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
- Georgia State University - Master of Arts, Masters of Arts in Teaching
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- PSAT
- ACT
- +27 subjects