Carefully selected, highly-credentialed Elementary Math tutors in Yonkers, NY
"I love being able to connect with an individual and develop a beneficial relationship, and wanted to make it official by becoming a tutor with Varsity Tutors! When faced with a tough problem, I like to break it down piece by piece and make it as simple as possible. It's important to understand the WHY behind something, rather than just the HOW. Sometimes, it can help to relate a difficult concept to a real-life analogy, to draw a diagram, or to make up silly memory devices (King Philip Came Over For Good Spaghetti, anyone??). However, it will always take a lot of hard work, concentration, and practice." ...
My Education
- University of Pennsylvania - BA, Biology
Tutoring Subjects:
Trigonometry, Elementary Math, Biology, Middle School Math, Chemistry, SAT Writing, Pre-Calculus, Geometry, SAT Verbal, Algebra, SAT, SAT Math, History, Essay Editing, Reading
" I have taught all levels of math, from basic math skills classes to AP Calculus and AP Statistics. I am currently teaching Algebra 2/Trigonometry. My tutoring style is highly strategic and effective; I am constantly analyzing a student's comprehension of the given material to best determine how to facilitate understanding. My tutoring approach emphasizes asking questions rather than providing answers so that students will be able to figure out new problems outside of our sessions."
My Education
- University of California, San Diego - BS, Mechanical Engineering
- San Francisco State University - Teacher Credential, Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Pre-Calculus, Algebra, Statistics, Calculus, Middle School Math, Geometry, Trigonometry, Elementary Math
"I love working with students and particularly enjoy that "Ah ha!" moment that kids have when they finally grasp a difficult concept. I am patient, resourceful, and friendly. Since graduating from the University of Chicago with Honors in 2009, I have worked in the non-profit and healthcare industries. I am excited to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team and look forward to working with students to achieve their goals. My particular strengths include writing, grammar/mechanics, LSAT prep, SAT prep, ISEE prep, SSAT prep, Elementary Reading and Math and French language." ...
My Education
- University of Chicago - BA , Comparative Human Development
Tutoring Subjects:
Pre-Calculus, Grammar and Mechanics, Reading, SSAT, SAT, Middle School Math, HSPT Prep, LSAT, Algebra, College Essays, French, ISEE, Essay Editing, Trigonometry, Writing, SAT Verbal, SAT Writing, Elementary Math
" I have taught in a private school setting and worked extensively with study groups and tutoring throughout my college career. After wrestling through testing myself, I am now helping others with the GRE and SATs, AP and IB exam prep, also college admissions, essay writing, K-12 math, English, Spanish and elementary Hebrew. I have worked with younger students, undergraduate essay writing, and adults in three countries and with a plethora of organizations, and I look forward to meeting new people!."
My Education
- Franklin and Marshall College - BA, Studio Art/Religious Studies
- Columbia University - MSW/MA, Social Work
Tutoring Subjects:
GRE, SAT, Algebra, Elementary Math, Reading, Essay Editing, Geometry, Spanish, Middle School Math, College Essays
"One of my mentor teachers was fond of saying, "Teach the child, not the subject", meaning that the student comes first - before the curriculum, before the test scores, before the tutor. I've learned to incorporate this ideology into my own teaching practice by differentiating instruction for each of my students. I develop a rapport, meet students where they're at, and teach them the literacy and problem solving skills they need to become life-long learners. Once a student knows how to learn, whole new worlds open for them and the actual material is a matter of course.." ...
My Education
- Clark University - BA, Studio Art
- Clark University - MAT, Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Grammar and Mechanics, SAT Math, Middle School Math, SAT Verbal, SAT Writing, Elementary Math, Writing, College Essays, Essay Editing, Geometry, Algebra, Reading, SAT
" I've taught for Kaplan Test Prep (no relation, though my name is Kaplan) and I've designed my own prep courses that draw from a wide variety of methods and teaching styles.
Whether tutoring for a specific test, or teaching a subject more generally, I work with students to find a method of preparation and learning that works for them.
Besides tutoring and education, I'm interested in music, hiking--both interests that I pursued in Brazil, where I lived for three years.
I look forward to hearing from you!."
My Education
- New York University - Bach of Music, Music/Religious Studies
Tutoring Subjects:
GMAT, Grammar and Mechanics, SAT Writing, ACT, GRE, ACT Writing, ACT English, SAT Math, Elementary Math, Writing, SAT, Algebra, SAT Verbal, Middle School Math, ACT Reading, ACT Math
"I have tutored for two years, and have taught public high school for one. I am fairly laid back, and I relate well to many different personalities. I have a bachelors in math, and an associates in physics.."
My Education
- Pace University - BS, Teaching
- Thomas State College - BA, Math
Tutoring Subjects:
Geometry, Elementary Math, Differential Equations, Physics, Chemistry, Algebra, Biology, Pre-Calculus, Middle School Math
" While studying history abroad in Italy, I had the privilege of working with the mentally handicapped in teaching English. I am presently enrolled at Queens College to receive my teaching certification for Secondary and Special Education in Social Studies. Although history is my passion, I am well versed in English, Biology and served as a TA for Calculus my freshman year of college. I find that each student learns at a different capacity, so my teaching style is to first be aware of the material trying to be better understood."
My Education
- University of Connecticut - Liberal Arts and Science - History, History
- Queens College - MA, Secondary and Special Education - Social Studies
Tutoring Subjects:
Elementary Math, Essay Editing, Pre-Calculus, History, College Essays, Algebra, ISEE, SSAT, Writing
" I've worked as a tutor for many years, including providing essay help to Princeton students as a Writing Center Fellow. Learning any subject requires lots of hard work, but I also think having a tutor should be fun! I know that's a cliche, but I truly believe in developing lasting relationships with each student and developing a rapport. Because there's only one student to help, there's no excuse not to make the lessons engaging and personalized to their interests. For example, if you have a student who loves sports but struggles with math, I have a slew of analogies that can help. To me, tutoring is a delicate balance between a hands-on and ...
My Education
- Princeton University - BA, Politics
Tutoring Subjects:
Essay Editing, SAT Writing, ACT Math, ACT Reading, History, Pre-Calculus, ACT Science, SAT Verbal, SAT Math, SAT, Geometry, ACT English, Algebra, Elementary Math, Trigonometry, Grammar and Mechanics, ACT Writing, Writing, PSAT, ACT, College Essays, Middle School Math
"It is for this reason that I teach students to develop an understanding of concepts--rather than dictate information--and identify ways to apply this knowledge for practical purposes. My style incorporates critical thinking exercises and real-world examples to explain core concepts. I have taught individuals from grade school through college in mathematics, physics and writing skills for nearly ten years, and each experience has allowed me to refine my methods to better help students become more proficient in their studies. Several of the students I work with notice substantial improvements in their academic performance ...
My Education
- Polytechnic Institute of NYU - BS, Mathematics
Tutoring Subjects:
Trigonometry, Essay Editing, Calculus, Algebra, College Essays, Geometry, Physics, Elementary Math, Pre-Calculus, SAT Math, Middle School Math
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