Top English Tutors serving Long Island
John: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...misses a significant part of the tutoring experience if they are not the primary force behind solving the problems they bring to me, and as a result I consider myself as more of a resource to guide the student to the right solution rather than a solution manual to consult or a teacher to recapitulate a lecture. Of course, if what the student needs is a further explanation of lectured material, I am also happy...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - PHD, Mathematics
Gabriela: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
I'm a rising junior at Harvard College. I study African American Studies with a secondary in Women's Studies and I am pursuing a language citation in Spanish. I aspire to one day go to business school. When I am not doing work, I can typically be found reading, writing, or dancing.
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Current Undergrad, African American Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35
Nicolas: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Tutors, helping people prepare for the LSAT as well as the SAT and the ACT. I have really enjoyed my experience assisting students in test preparation. In my experience, students first approach tests in an ad hoc fashion, and often with a fair bit of trepidation and hesitancy. I find it tremendously satisfying to help students conquer those initial hurdles and gain a feeling of mastery and confidence. I am patient, and I encourage my...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
Jessica: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...elementary students of diverse backgrounds, learning styles and academic levels. I love creating unique activities for my students that align with their personalities and interests in order to motivate them. I believe in the power of data to drive student growth, focusing on benchmark assessments in order to set and track goals along the way, so that students are invested in what we are accomplishing together. I do my best to make learning fun, interactive...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Political Science, Urban Studies
New York University - Current Grad Student, Master of Public Administration
Tong: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
As a self learner, I understand different struggles that students like myself might come across. I have a great passion for math and would love to share the tips and tricks that I have discovered that are application to not only the liberal arts but also in non academic activities as well.
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
John: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...any performance. I also have an advanced math aptitude that I put to use in business analysis, problem-solving (for fun!) and tutoring middle- and high-school students. I have tutored all subjects and strategies for ACT and SAT test prep. I am also the parent of teenagers (boy and girl), who have helped me understand the value of patience and encouragement when tackling high school studies and tests. My personal interests include sports, movies, music and...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Literature
Benjamin: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...am extremely excited to be returning to Madrid in September on a Fulbright grant to be an English Teaching Assistant at the high school level! My approach to tutoring has always been about understanding each student's individual style as a learner to create lessons best-tailored to his or her specific needs. I try to foster an environment where open communication is emphasized and the student feels comfortable and motivated. Outside of the classroom—even though I...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Economics & Biopsychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 760
Payal: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...to take any step necessary to advance their knowledge and expertise. Its their enthusiasm that drives me to teach everyday and aid in their academic progress. I would like to offer solid support and basic skills that I have developed over the years. It takes commitment and hard work to study any course material. The first thing I do is highlight the central theme of each chapter, then work on central idea of each paragraph...
Education & Certification
University of Tennessee Knoxville - Bachelors, Biology, General
Ross University of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Medicine
Samantha: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...my time and effort, especially when understanding the needs of my students. I coincidentally also happen to adore alliteration, fancy fairytales, and constantly consume coffee. I'm currently available full-time as a tutor in a wide range of subjects, though my availability may become more limited in the coming months as my daytime employment changes. I am available by both phone and email; my contact information is available below. Thank you so much for reading!
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Daniel: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...isn't able to do. This kind of instruction can be overwhelming for some students. That's why I've dedicated myself as a tutor to reversing this trend, and encouraging students to recognize the skills they already have, and use them to solve new, bigger problems. I've worked with students as young as five years old, all the way to graduate students working on their post-doc's. I always bring a positive energy to tutoring sessions, and I...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, Education Studies - English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740
Lyall: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...addition to SAT tutoring, I have experience coaching high school debate and am passionate about finding ways to simplify test-taking concepts so that they can become second nature to students approaching the process. I am a strong believer in the notion that standardized test taking is a learnable skill and believe I can effectively help students get into a mindset conducive to their succeeding. My favorite subjects to tutor are test prep and politics/government course...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Michael: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...choir called Drama Cantorum, and co-founded a nationally-ranked improv team called Captain Soldier. I also spent an unforgettable semester abroad at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Nowadays, I work with a theatre company called Grey Room NYC and a non-profit organization called Leave Out Violence. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing and watching basketball (Go Bulls!), enjoying funny television shows (Louie is my favorite), and playing music (guitar &...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Rena: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...GPA weighted considering those honors and AP classes. I am currently attending Rutgers University in New Brunswick pursuing my major in Urban Planning and Design and my minor in Psychology and possibly Italian as well. For my future career goals, I plan to live in a city, preferably Philadelphia, and be an urban planner and designer, redeveloping and revitalizing rundown neighborhoods by making them attractive to the public again. I want to leave my mark...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Urban Planning and Design
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 710
SAT Writing: 730
Dylan: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...years now. I come from a public high school of 240 students in middle-of-nowhere rural Connecticut. Plain and simple: I wouldn't have made it to Harvard without finding a way to enjoy studying for the SATs and other tests. My goal is to share that enthusiasm with my students. The test might be frustrating, and it might seem pointless, but I insist that every hour spent on SAT prep is a priceless investment in your...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Music and Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Danny: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...When I returned to the United States, I worked for Exxon Mobil and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Capitol Hill before starting law school at Georgetown in 2011. While in law school, I became a much more organized and effective thinker and explainer. In other words, I became a much better teacher. Law school gives you the skills to tailor your argument to the person in front of you. And I think this is...
Education & Certification
Princeton - Bachelors, Astrophysics
Georgetown University Law Center - Masters, JD
LSAT: 165
Liz: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...contributed to my love of words. My passion for the arts extends to working with children and young adults. I have been a choreographer for middle school musicals for several years. I love working with kids, and have experience tutoring middle school students in Spanish, tutoring high school students in the ACT and SAT Verbal sections, guiding students through essay writing, and have worked with children with learning and behavioral disabilities, including those with ADHD...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Marcos Berrios: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...new piece of understanding of the world around you, your perception of the world forever changes, you see things you could not see before. This is a magical process; my life is dedicated to facilitating this process for others. I began my own journey of higher education with the Biological Sciences. During my third year of college I constantly found myself in a position where I was helping my peers understand the material and I...
Education & Certification
Mercy College - Bachelors, Biology, General
Aiyappa: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
I am a rising junior at Vanderbilt University majoring in Political Science and Economics and History, currently attending the school on an academic scholarship. I have tutored students in a variety of subject areas over the past few years, and care deeply about helping people achieve their full potential.
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Meghna: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...in Dance. I have previous tutoring experience in AP Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, for both high school and college age students. My personal teaching philosophy is to lead my sessions with a student-based approach. As a current student myself, I understand the frustrations that we can encounter when working to learn a new subject, and I am committed to working with students to help them learn in the best way for them. Outside of school,...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Abby: Long Island English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Long Island, NY
...European history, art, or another field. I received my Bachelor's degree in History from Brandeis University, and my Master's degree in Education from Boston University with a specialty in teaching English as a Second Language. As an ESL teacher, I met students from all over the world, including adult immigrants who were starting new lives in the United States. I also worked with students in every grade level of public school, from kindergarten to 12th...
Education & Certification
Brandeis University - Bachelors, History
Boston University - Masters, Education
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