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Ethan
Environmental science and public policy is a degree that forces you to be fluent in statistics, biology, chemistry, and persuasive writing all at once — which maps neatly onto the GED's four-section spread. Ethan tutors everything from algebra and calculus to biology, chemistry, essay writing, and r...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
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I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
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6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
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Erika
I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am...
Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Earnest
I am comfortable with either setting. I'm confident that I can help you (or your student) achieve to the best of their ability, so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
University of Pennsylvania
Masters, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I ...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor in Arts
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Samantha
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my stu...
Duke University
Bachelors in Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School
Current Grad Student, MD
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The GED (General Educational Development) is a high school equivalency credential recognized by employers and colleges nationwide. Students in New Haven pursue their GED for various reasons—completing interrupted education, advancing their careers, or meeting college admission requirements. Passing all four GED subtests (Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies) demonstrates high school-level knowledge and opens doors to employment and higher education opportunities.
Your first session focuses on understanding where you stand. A tutor will assess your strengths and gaps across the four GED subtests, discuss your timeline and goals, and create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs. This diagnostic approach ensures your prep targets the areas where you need the most support, making your study time as efficient as possible.
Many students struggle with the math section, particularly algebra and geometry concepts they may not have studied in years. Time management during the timed test is another common challenge, as is the reading comprehension and writing demands of the Language Arts section. Personalized instruction helps you rebuild foundational skills at your own pace while developing test-taking strategies that work for your learning style.
In a traditional classroom, instruction moves at a set pace for everyone. With personalized tutoring, a tutor adapts to your specific needs—spending extra time on challenging concepts like quadratic equations or scientific reasoning while moving quickly through areas you've mastered. This targeted approach typically leads to faster progress and higher confidence going into test day.
Timeline varies based on your starting point and how frequently you study. Students with stronger foundational skills might prepare in 2-3 months with consistent tutoring, while those needing to rebuild core math or reading skills may benefit from 4-6 months of preparation. Your tutor will help set realistic milestones and adjust the pace based on your progress and test date.
The GED is computer-based and consists of four subtests you can take on the same day or spread across multiple test dates. Each section is timed—roughly 150 minutes for Language Arts, 115 minutes for Math, 90 minutes for Science, and 100 minutes for Social Studies. The test includes multiple-choice questions, fill-in-the-blank, drag-and-drop, and short-answer responses, so your prep should include practice with all question types.
Absolutely. Many GED students haven't studied math in a long time, and personalized tutoring is designed to rebuild those skills systematically. Tutors start with foundational concepts like fractions and percentages, then progress to algebra and geometry at a pace that makes sense for you. With focused practice and strategic test-taking techniques, you can develop the confidence and skills needed to succeed.
Look for tutors with strong subject knowledge across all four GED subtests, experience helping adult learners, and familiarity with the current GED test format and scoring. Ideally, they should understand how to teach foundational skills to students returning to academics after time away and be skilled at building confidence alongside competence. Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who specialize in GED prep and understand the unique needs of students in New Haven.
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