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Shawn

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Shawn

Master of Science, Chemistry
Shawn's other Tutor Subjects
6th-7th Grade math
6th-8th Grade Science
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I am a patient teacher who can explain problems in many different ways according to how individual students learn best. I only ask that you know and explain to me what topics you do not know or get so far. I know that every student can learn a subject with a combination of practice and patience, but...

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University of California Los Angeles

Master of Science, Chemistry

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Thomas

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Thomas

Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Thomas's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I'm excited to help you achieve your academic and standardized test goals.

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Duke University

Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy

University of Rhode Island

Bachelors, Political Science & German

Richard

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Richard

Master of Arts, Security System Technology
Richard's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
College Algebra

I am a graduate of the University of Toronto, Reichman University, and Western Governors University. I have been teaching children, youth, and adults in various academic settings since 2008. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style is that of open discourse and conversation, actively involving stud...

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Reichman University

Master of Arts, Security System Technology

Western Governor's University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Alex

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Alex

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Alex's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I am currently a student at Stanford University studying math and political science. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with younger students. I have helped students of different ages and from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, and so I am very conscious of the needs and prior...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
35
Samantha

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Samantha

Current Undergrad Student, Psychology
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra

I am a rising Junior at Princeton University who is passionate about the ways in which people learn, which has led me to pursue a degree in Neuropsychology. Through great experiences teaching English in Chiangmai, Thailand for two months and tutoring Calculus I and II through Princeton University's ...

Education

Princeton University

Current Undergrad Student, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Francesca

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Francesca

Bachelor of Economics, Political Science and Government
Francesca's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am a graduate of Loyola University Chicago, where I majored in political science. I am currently a law student at Chicago-Kent College of Law, and aspire one day to practice corporate law with a focus on financial compliance.

Education

Loyola University-Chicago

Bachelor of Economics, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
ACT
33
Ben

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Ben

Current Grad Student, Creative Writing
Ben's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am a high school history teacher who has also worked as a teaching assistant at one of the country's top 10 colleges. I've taught ACT/SAT prep for about 4 years to students at all ends of the academic spectrum: from those working with learning disabilities/accommodations & struggling with timing t...

Education

Ball State University

Bachelor of Science, History

Northwestern University

Current Grad Student, Creative Writing

Tyler

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9+ years

Tyler

Masters, Education
Tyler's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ISEE-Upper Level Mathematics Achievement
College Essays

I am excited to be working with Varsity Tutors. I currently teach middle and high school social studies at Bishop Dunne Catholic School in Dallas. I teach 8th Grade US History, Spanish 3, AP Microeconomics, and Economics. I also have experience tutoring middle school Math while in college.

Education

University of Notre Dame

Masters, Education

Texas Christian University

Bachelors, History

Sabrina

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sabrina

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership
Sabrina's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of The State University of New York at New Paltz and am currently working towards my masters at Southeastern University. I received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a minor in Mathematics and I am obtaining my Master's in Educational Leadership. Throughout the years...

Education

Southeastern University

Masters in Education, Urban Education and Leadership

Test Scores
SAT
1450
Kaitlyn

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Kaitlyn

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Kaitlyn's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade math
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra

I am a medical student committed to helping your student succeed. I have been a tutor for 5+ years, and have experience teaching Math, Science, Spanish and Test Prep to students of all ages and ability. I believe every child has the potential to learn with positive one on one attention and I am comm...

Education

Fairfield University

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
33

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AP Calculus BC Tutor • +35 Subjects

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AP Calculus BC Tutor • +33 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Latin and University Honors. I am currently a graduate student pursuing my Master's degree in Electrical Engineering at UT Dallas again. I have over 2 years of experience tutoring college level Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Differential Equations for UT Dallas' Peer Tutoring Program, which is a drop-in one-on-one tutoring service offered by UT Dallas to all its students. I also have around a year's worth of experience tutoring privately for a variety of subjects including Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, SAT Math, and other standardized test math sections. I've always had excellent feedback about my tutoring services since I love forming connections with my students and make every tutoring session fun and educational at the same time. If you need an A in your math class or need to ace your SAT math section, look no further :) Hobbies: reading, music, singing, baking, art, books, writing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students preparing for ISEE-Upper Level Mathematics often find word problems, especially those involving ratios, rates, and proportional reasoning, to be the most challenging. Geometry topics like coordinate planes, angles, and spatial reasoning also trip up many test-takers. Additionally, the quantitative comparison section requires a different mindset than traditional multiple-choice—students must quickly determine relationships between two quantities without calculating exact answers, which takes practice to master efficiently.

The ISEE-Upper Level gives you about 35 minutes for 38 quantitative reasoning questions and 30 minutes for 30 reading comprehension questions, which means roughly 55 seconds per math question. A strong strategy is to do a quick first pass, answering the easier questions confidently and flagging harder ones, then return to challenging problems with fresh eyes. Quantitative comparison questions often have faster solution paths if you avoid unnecessary calculations—focus on relationships and relative sizes rather than exact values.

Quantitative comparison questions ask you to compare two quantities and determine if one is greater, they're equal, or the relationship cannot be determined. The key is recognizing that you don't need to calculate exact answers—instead, look for patterns, test edge cases, and use estimation. Many students waste time doing full arithmetic when they could determine the answer by reasoning about magnitudes or by testing specific values. Tutors who specialize in ISEE prep teach strategic shortcuts like "plug in zero," "try negative numbers," and "compare without computing" to save valuable time.

ISEE word problems layer in reading comprehension and require you to extract relevant information from extra context—they test whether you can translate real-world scenarios into mathematical equations, not just solve equations. Students often misidentify what the question is actually asking or set up the wrong equation because they rush through the wording. Working with a tutor on ISEE-specific word problems helps you develop a systematic approach: identify what you're solving for, highlight key numbers and relationships, and check that your setup makes sense before calculating.

Geometry on the ISEE-Upper Level emphasizes visual reasoning and coordinate planes rather than formal proofs. Common challenges include finding missing angles using properties of parallel lines and transversals, calculating distances and slopes on coordinate grids, and visualizing 3D shapes. Practice with actual ISEE geometry questions reveals that many test-takers struggle with the coordinate plane section because they haven't internalized how slope, distance, and midpoint formulas apply in timed settings. Focused tutoring on these specific topics, combined with repeated practice, builds both accuracy and speed.

A strong preparation timeline includes taking a full diagnostic practice test early to identify weak areas, then 2-3 additional full-length tests spaced throughout your study period—ideally every 2-3 weeks as you build skills. Between full tests, focus on targeted practice with specific question types and topics where you're struggling. The final practice test should be taken a few days before the actual exam to build confidence without introducing new material. This spacing allows you to track improvement, adjust your study focus, and avoid burnout while building test-taking stamina.

Anxiety often causes students to rush through easier questions or freeze on harder ones, leading to careless errors and time mismanagement. Building confidence comes from repeated exposure to ISEE-format questions under timed conditions—when you've seen and solved similar problems dozens of times, the test feels less intimidating. Tutors also help by teaching breathing techniques, encouraging strategic skipping (you don't need to answer every question perfectly to score well), and reframing difficult questions as opportunities to practice reasoning rather than threats. Knowing that you can skip a hard problem and return to it reduces panic significantly.

Most students see meaningful improvement—typically 3-5 points on the scaled score—within 4-6 weeks of focused, consistent preparation with 2-3 tutoring sessions per week. However, the timeline depends on your starting point and target score. Students with significant gaps in foundational skills may need 8-12 weeks to build confidence and consistency, while those closer to their goal might improve faster with targeted work on specific question types. The key is consistent practice between sessions and honest assessment of which topics need the most attention.

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