If your aim is to go through the ASPIRE program so that you can become a teacher licensed by the state of Colorado, Varsity Tutors can help you find the option for ASPIRE prep that is right for you. With the expertise of your ASPIRE tutors, you can gain insights and key skills required in order to feel more confident in your abilities. ASPIRE test prep sessions put you in contact with an instructor who is highly qualified and eager to see you do your best. Each ASPIRE course session gives you the chance to dive deep into the content and hone your abilities.
Your ASPIRE test prep sessions can also give you vital details about the program. The Alternative School Professionals in Real World Experiences program allows for an alternative method of teacher licensure for those wanting to teach in the state of Colorado. Those accepted into the program are generally already working as teachers. What the program allows them to do is to work toward full licensure that will allow them to keep their jobs long term. ASPIRE prep sessions can give you the momentum that you need in order to pursue your goal of becoming a teacher.
One of the many questions that ASPIRE prep can help you answer is whether or not the ASPIRE program is right for you. There is no one type of person who is admitted to the ASPIRE program. People that are typically involved in the program can come from many different areas and walks of life:
Who can pursue a teaching degree through the ASPIRE program?
- People with degrees looking to switch careers
- New college graduates who want to pursue a teaching position
- Paraprofessionals in education who want to upgrade their career
- Retired members of the military
- Degreed community members or retired professionals who want to help
Private ASPIRE courses give you a customized educational experience. You can work one-on-one with a tutor who is highly skilled and very knowledgeable on the subject. ASPIRE test prep gives you the chance to receive individualized instruction that can sharpen your knowledge and build vital skills that you need in order to feel more prepared for the rigorous program. Another key benefit that ASPIRE preparation provides is the chance to set learning targets that you can more effectively work towards. ASPIRE class sessions also allow you to work with your tutor to determine the best ways of working towards those goals, always keeping your unique learning style in mind. Learning effective study habits is one of the key benefits of private ASPIRE prep sessions.
With ASPIRE prep, you can track your progress. Instructors are keen to see you succeed and give tips on how to approach challenging coursework and concepts. ASPIRE test prep sessions allow you to get real-time feedback from your tutor that you can instantly apply. Your ASPIRE tutoring sessions can give you the opportunity to take chances and ask questions in a safe space that is conducive to learning.
As can be expected, the more work that you put into the coursework, the more likely you are to work toward your full potential. It's important to remember that ASPIRE test preparation need not be done on your own. The benefits of ASPIRE classes are vast. You can become better acquainted with the material and get to apply that knowledge. Contact Varsity Tutors today to get information about ASPIRE courses.
David: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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 away the extraneous material and present themselves and their ideas honestly, and I think with a little...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISAT
- SSAT
- ACT
- +37 subjects
Michael: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...big proponent of thinking outside the box. In tutoring, my motto is "teach a student to fish and they possess improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test 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...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- +63 subjects
Anmol: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...want 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...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Cellular Biology and Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- +162 subjects
Elizabeth: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
- Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Advanced Placement
- MAP
- SSAT
- +71 subjects
Shahnawaz: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...of Technology Zurich in Switzerland. I did my Bachelor in Science, majoring in Mathematics, from Lahore University of Management Science in Pakistan. Teaching is something that I am truly passionate about and I have had many opportunities as a teacher. I was a teaching assistant for two undergraduate courses: Number Theory and Discrete Mathematics. My duties involved giving weekly tutorials and designing and evaluating homework and quizzes. I have also taught underprivileged high school students...
Education & Certification
- Lahore University of Management Science - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich - Masters, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +80 subjects
Sonjanita: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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 facilitators have just as much to learn from their students as the students do from them, especially as it relates to the use of new media technologies. All children can learn! All children are intelligent! My job is to help them feel secure in...
Education & Certification
- University of IL - Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, English
- National Louis University - Masters, Administration and Supervision
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ISAT
- CLEP
- ISEE
- +136 subjects
Jacob: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...help them crack the toughest test questions. I believe every student has the potential 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...
Education & Certification
- Trinity University - Bachelors, Spanish
- University of the Incarnate Word - Masters, Adult Education
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- +68 subjects
Ashley-Rose: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...My dissertation research focused on finding a way to determine skeletal age at death from the microstructure of the human rib. I plan to attend medical school in the future in the hopes of becoming a 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...
Education & Certification
- Berry College - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med Anthropology, Minors in Biology and Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- +47 subjects
Stephanie : ASPIRE test prep instructor
...all students as the knowledge and critical thinking skills will prove beneficial throughout a student's academic careers and beyond. I also love to read and many of my favorite books are about sports. I have been a fan of the New York Yankees for as long as I can remember, and professional football season is my favorite time of year. I spend many Sundays watching games and managing my fantasy teams. I also love dancing,...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy Neuroscience Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- GED
- IB Chemistry
- High School English
- +45 subjects
Corey: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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 all to help each and every student not only do well in their current class or on...
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- ACT
- +122 subjects
Danielle: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...Many children say they hate school and it is just because they are having a hard time understanding the material and how it will apply to their lives. I believe that by bringing a child's interests into their school work and helping them to understand, they can develop the desire to want to further their learning. I finished my Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering at Penn State. I then plan to attend graduate school to...
Education & Certification
- Penn State University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- SHSAT
- SSAT
- +101 subjects
Gwen: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...20th Century American History from the University of Connecticut, a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business 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...
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
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- +208 subjects
Adam: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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. In my role as a tutor, my goal is two-fold: to review and reinforce previously taught...
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- Webster University - Master of Arts, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- MAP
- PSAT
- +44 subjects
Ricky: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...can also tutor in physics. I've tutored and taught students both online and offline 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...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelors, Mathematics
- Johns Hopkins University - Masters, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- CAHSEE
- +53 subjects
Cody: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...took extensive college coursework in math, physics, chemistry, biology, and the humanities while also completing my high school education. After graduating I began my undergraduate education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 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...
Education & Certification
- Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- SAT
- ACT
- +127 subjects
Brittany: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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 incorporates role-play and theatre-based exercises, as I believe these are the ultimate test of both linguistic skill and attentiveness. Throughout my academic career and work experiences I have succeeded in a variety of tasks, and my record of solid performance has granted me...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Arkansas - Bachelors, Philosophy
- Brock University - Masters, Philosophy/ Comparative Literature
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- STAAR
- TOEFL
- ACT
- +51 subjects
Jeremy: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...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 hearing ever since I undergone ear surgery and changed my life dramatically. I still feel like I...
Education & Certification
- Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- ACT
- 7th Grade Math
- +85 subjects
Morgan: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...ACT prep. I also tutor students in math. I have tutored students ranging from middle school to college. Most of my students show dramatic improvements in their grades and test scores after receiving my help. I like to tailor my teaching style to the individual student because 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...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Advanced Placement
- ACT
- HSPT
- +29 subjects
Meagan: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...Science, 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...
Education & Certification
- Chamberlain University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- SSAT
- +81 subjects
Phoebe: ASPIRE test prep instructor
...has taken me to Southern California where I fed my love of law and learned about film. Next, I visited rural Florida with a stint at a Community Theatre. I've even spent a fair amount of 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...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelor in Arts, Ecology
- National University - Master of Science, Ecommerce
Subject Expertise
- ASPIRE
- GED
- FCAT 2.0
- ISEE
- +187 subjects