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Straley
I hold a Master's degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and a Bachelor's degree from Johns Hopkins University. I tutored GED math for 3 years in college, so I have experience breaking down concepts for students with a variety of learning styles. I've also informally tutored oth...
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2+ years
Because the ISASP covers both English Language Arts and Math across multiple grade levels, students benefit from a tutor who can move fluidly between subjects. Leah's Early Childhood Education degree and her comfort with everything from phonics to pre-algebra let her target whichever strand a studen...
Kennesaw State University
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2+ years
I am a certified K-12 educator, musician, and artist with a passion for teaching and helping others. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education/Jazz Studies from Augustana College. I currently work as a 5th-8th grade teacher during the day with teaching licenses in two states. I t...
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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
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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...
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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 ...
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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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6+ years
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Rice University
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Harvard University
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
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The ISASP reading section requires students to identify main ideas, analyze author's purpose, and make inferences from complex texts—skills that go beyond simple recall. Many students struggle with distinguishing between explicit details and implied meanings, especially when passages contain multiple layers of information. A tutor can help students develop annotation strategies, practice breaking down dense paragraphs, and learn to identify question types that ask for inference versus those asking for direct evidence from the text.
The ISASP math section tests both speed and accuracy, and many students either rush through problems and make careless errors or spend too long on difficult questions. Effective pacing strategies include identifying which problem types you can solve quickly versus those requiring more thought, learning to recognize when to skip and return to a problem, and practicing with timed sections to build realistic speed. A tutor can help you develop a personalized pacing plan based on your strengths and weaknesses, ensuring you allocate time wisely across different question formats.
ISASP writing prompts often require students to understand nuanced instructions about audience, purpose, and format—missing these details can result in off-topic responses that score poorly regardless of writing quality. Before drafting, successful students underline key requirements (who is your audience? what's your purpose?), identify the specific claim or position they need to develop, and plan their evidence before writing. A tutor can teach you a systematic prompt-analysis framework that ensures you address all requirements and structure your response to match what the rubric is actually evaluating.
The best way to pinpoint weaknesses is through diagnostic practice tests followed by detailed error analysis—not just looking at your score, but categorizing why you missed each question (careless mistake, didn't understand the concept, ran out of time, misread the question). Many students discover patterns like struggling with word problems in math or with inference questions in reading. A tutor can administer and analyze practice tests to create a targeted study plan that focuses your preparation on areas where you'll see the most improvement, rather than reviewing content you already know well.
Test anxiety on the ISASP often stems from unfamiliarity with the format, time pressure, or past negative test experiences. Building confidence requires repeated exposure to authentic practice tests under timed conditions so the format becomes familiar and less intimidating. Additionally, developing a pre-test routine (specific breathing techniques, positive self-talk, reviewing your strengths) and learning to recognize which anxiety is productive (keeps you focused) versus counterproductive (causes panic) makes a real difference. A tutor can work with you on both content mastery and test-taking mindset, helping you approach the exam with preparation-backed confidence rather than fear.
The ISASP uses multiple question types—multiple choice, constructed response, and technology-enhanced items—each requiring distinct approaches. Multiple choice questions reward careful elimination of distractors and re-reading to catch nuance, while constructed response questions require you to show your reasoning and provide specific evidence. Technology-enhanced items like drag-and-drop or multi-select questions have their own unique instructions that students often misunderstand. A tutor can teach you format-specific strategies, walk through examples of each question type, and help you practice until you can quickly recognize what each format is asking and respond efficiently.
A common issue is providing answers that are partially correct or lack sufficient textual evidence. On the ISASP, you must not only have the right idea but also support it with specific details from the passage or demonstrate your reasoning clearly. Students often write general statements without citing examples, or they cite evidence without explaining how it supports their answer. A tutor can teach you to structure evidence-based responses, practice embedding quotes effectively, and develop the habit of asking yourself "Did I prove this with specific examples?" before moving on—a skill that directly impacts both reading comprehension and writing scores.
Effective preparation typically spans 4-8 weeks and balances diagnostic testing, targeted skill practice, and full-length practice tests. A strong schedule includes weekly diagnostic work on weak areas, regular practice with specific question types, and full-length timed practice tests every 1-2 weeks to monitor progress and adjust your focus. Cramming the night before is ineffective for the ISASP because it requires both content knowledge and test-taking stamina. A tutor can help you create a realistic study plan based on your current level, identify which skills need the most time, and adjust your schedule as you progress so you're fully prepared by test day.
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