Top ACT Tutors serving Yonkers

Vicquaja: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
I am a junior at Allegheny College who is majoring in Economics and triple-minoring in Mathematics, Psychology, and Dance and Movement Studies. Growing up, I was always one of the students who helped my classmates when they didn't understand certain problems.
Education & Certification
Allegheny College - Current Undergrad, Economics
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 750

Abigail: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
I am passionate about working with all ages of students in a variety of subjects. I especially love the STEM subjects but am super excited to work with anyone! I have 5+ years of tutoring experience in a variety of areas, including full classroom, one-on-one, and special education.
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Jonathan: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...or wrong (that's what an answer key is for!). A tutor should provide feedback on their thought processes as well as follow through all possible choices when given options such as multiple choice. This way, students can learn to identify the right answer. My age gives me an advantage in that I have been in the shoes of all of my students not too many years ago. Not only do I currently use the information/skills...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering and Computer Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Myasia: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
I am 21 years old and a college senior studying Accounting. I have study abroad, seeing 18 countries this past semester. I tutor Math and Science at a local high school. I just have a love for tutoring and giving back to the community!
Education & Certification
Marist College - Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Clancy: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...essay help and was the lead teacher for a semester-long photojournalism/spoken-word course. Last summer I worked at an educational nonprofit in New York to support educational workshops and help organize a College App Essay Bootcamp for 150 students. Two summers ago I was the Teaching Artist Cadre Development & High School Readiness Project Intern at an arts and literacy non-profit in Chicago called Changing Worlds. The next summer as Education Intern I taught, organized lesson...
Education & Certification
Claremont McKenna College - Bachelor in Arts, Literature, Film, and Gender Studies
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Arts, Teaching of English, Grades 7-12
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 700

Kelly: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...enjoy helping students preparing for the SATs or GREs. I know that these tests can be a little scary and intimidating, but it's my job to help you master the material and boost your confidence. Aside from tutoring, I love to read and cook; I am also an endurance athlete -- I hung up my basketball shoes once I realized there was no hope for me in the WNBA, and instead focused my energy on...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering
Weill Cornell Medical College - PHD, Cell and Cancer Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 720

Juliana: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...hard time. Being a student myself, I know firsthand the frustration when you do not understand something and the patience required to be able to excel at a subject. There is nothing better than when a student not only begins to understand a concept, but also becomes enthusiastic about it and even loves it. I have a love for a variety of subjects that ranged from Spanish to Mathematics. I look forward to working with...
Education & Certification
Adelphi University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Hofstra University - Juris Doctor, Prelaw Studies

Greg: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
Hi! I'm Greg, I am a huge baseball and racing fan, and I have spent the past 5 years working with all ages and learning styles. I specialize in ACT/SAT Math and Science, but am eager to help out in any other math subject!
Education & Certification
Elon University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
ACT English: 31
ACT Reading: 31

Hudson: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...am committed to helping my students to understand - and ultimately excel in - a wide assembly of academic pursuits. I believe that tutoring is not just about rote memorization but hinges on developing a personal relationship with the student. From helping to craft Common Application responses, to ACT/SAT preparation, to challenging math courses, to writing analytical essays, I strive to make the overwhelming seem intuitive. My favorite things in the world (other than my...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, International Studies, Political Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34

Sandra: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
Live life to the fullest and NEVER GIVE UP! If your dream is to improve your English for travel, work or education, I'm here to help you: Master in TESOL CELTA Certified Certified TOEFL IBT Teacher Certified IELTS Examiner Certified Cambridge Examiner American, native-speaker 25 years teaching Experience Specialist in preparing students for TOEFL, IETLS and other Standardized Exams.
Education & Certification
Excelsior College - Associate in Science, General Studies
University of Tasmania - Masters in Education, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Kevin: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...that life functions, and math and physics because I am interested in the principles of physics--and physics is essentially math. As a relatively recent graduate, I have recently undergone what students are currently going through, and I remember the struggles that I once had. My tutoring style, is one of of empathy, as it is important to understand a student, in order to properly teach them. Outside of tutoring I enjoy reading science fiction, playing...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, Cell/Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 710

Alysse: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...most passionate about. Being an AP Scholar with Distinction and a recipient of the AP Capstone Diploma has allowed me to tutor an academically diverse array of students. I have tutored previously through afterschool homework help programs at my high school, as well as through Math, Science, and National Honor Society opportunities. However, having been a Children's Museum volunteer and a baseball coach, I enjoy watching young kids and teens improve in not just school,...
Education & Certification
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33

Rachel: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...University in St. Louis studying business. I am majoring in Economics and Strategy and Organization and Strategic Management with a minor in Psychology. I have tutored students in all grade levels. Most recently, I have volunteered at the Biome School in St. Louis tutoring elementary school students. My subject strong suits are ACT and SAT test prep and math. In my free time, I like to ski, play board games and watch sports.
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business and Managerial Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Kate: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...into a high school enrichment program at the University of Chicago called the Collegiate Scholars Program. Along with roughly forty other students from Chicago Public High Schools, I spent the next three years studying under some of the greatest professors and graduate students in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The knowledge I gained from that experience helped me through my coursework and my college applications leading me on the track to continued academic success....
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, International Studies
New York University - Masters, French Studies/European History

Robert: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...can benefit my students the most, by providing the the 1-on-1 attention they need. When I start with a new student, I first work to identify the gaps in their knowledge, and then methodically fill in those gaps to help them reach a stronger conceptual understanding. I want to help my students as much as possible. As part of my approach, I like to understand my students' long term academic or professional goals to make...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Relay Graduate School of Education - Masters in Education, Education
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 36

Lesley: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
I received my Bachelors degree in electrical engineering from Manhattan College, New York, and right now, I am pursuing my MBA degree from Louisiana State University. As a tutor, I am a firm believer of the motto "Face it! Ace it!" This means that we can work together to make your academic weaknesses into one of your strengths.
Education & Certification
Manhattan College - Bachelors, Electrical Engineer
Louisiana State University-Shreveport - Masters, Masters in Business Administration

Stephanie: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...tutoring experience. My love for learning and encouraging manner keep students engaged and achieving their goals. My specialties include teaching reading, writing, critical thinking and study skills at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. My undergraduate degree is in Education, and my graduate degrees are in Education/Reading Teacher and Educational Administration and Supervision. I adapt lessons to match students' individual learning styles and believe building students' self-confidence is crucial. Watching students have success brings...
Education & Certification
Saint Joseph's University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Saint Johns University - Master of Arts, Reading Teacher Education
Saint Johns University - Master of Arts, Educational Administration

Sumana: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...sections of a freshman biology course and during my second year at the school, I was also in the Academic Support Center. Here I worked one-on-one with students who needed extra help in their courses. After my two years at Concord, I began medical school at New York Medical College. Between my first and second year of medical school I developed my own three-week Neuroscience course for the Johns Hopkins summer program CTY. I was...
Education & Certification
Brandeis Univeristy - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Biology
New York Medical College - Current Grad Student, M.D.

Bianca: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
I graduated from the University of Buffalo with a Bachelor's in Social Interdisciplinary Sciences/Psychology and a Master's in Early Childhood/Childhood Education. I am a motivated and personable person with a positive track record for punctuality and attendance. I have experience working with both children and adults. I currently teach middle school math and science. ... By giving students a deeper understanding of the material, they will be able to apply the knowledge to new problems.... By...
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelor in Arts, Social Interdisciplinary Sciences, Psychology
University at Buffalo - Master of Science, Early Childhood/ Childhood Education

Shaina: Yonkers ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Yonkers, NY
...tutoring and helping my brothers in all subjects focusing especially on English, Mathematics, and the Sciences. My passion for the medical sciences, chemistry, and biology led me to pursue a bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences and tutor in subjects such as biochemistry, immunology, virology as well as standardized exams like SATs and ACTs as well as IB Exams. My students have always appreciated my patience and dedication to helping them succeed and achieve their goals.
Education & Certification
CUNY City College - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
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