Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Mount Vernon, NY

I am a student at Barnard College graduating in May 2021 with a major in political science and a minor in psychology. I love working with kids and helping them reach their full potential! I tutor in history, reading, writing (incl. college apps!) and government.

...picture into relatable specifics through which one can find the answer. The process can be thought of almost as putting together a jigsaw puzzle: my role will be to come up with and find the pieces before guiding the student to learn how exactly they can be put together, so he or she will always be ready next time they encounter such a problem. Though my expertise and passion in the social scienceseconomics, history, political...

...Seattle Pacific University, it's no surprise that my passion is helping students improve their writing skills. In my experience, everyone has a writer within, and unlocking that potential is one of my favorite experiences. Working in the rigorous educational environment of South Korea gave me experience helping students prepare for standardized tests of all kinds--and I know how students feel, because I recently took the GRE. I love to teach and I love to learn--and...

I am a fourth-year student at Emory University, majoring in Biology and minoring in Anthropology. I have experience as a biology and chemistry tutor at the college and high school levels, and can also aid in other subjects, not limited to algebra, reading, writing, test prep, and college preparation. I hope to be a helping hand and reliable teacher to all my students.

Hi I'm Kara! I graduated from Grinnell College in Iowa in May 2017 where I majored in biological chemistry. During college, I worked as a class mentor for 1st and 2nd-year biology classes. As a mentor, I helped during class time and lab, but I also held sessions twice weekly outside of class to review and teach the material. I really enjoy working with my peers on biology concepts.

...in the concept of self-directed learning. To me, learning is not about memorizing facts and numbers (although I do love facts) but about creating your own experience. Learning truly becomes passion when it asks as much from the student as it gives back. My role as a tutor is to be a collaborator. I am here to challenge and help, but I am not here to direct the learning. That must come from the student....

...Writer at a personal injury law firm, producing hundreds of persuasive legal documents under tight deadlines, all while mentoring five new team members. That experience not only sharpened my writing and editing skills but also underscored the value of patience, structure, and individualized guidance, values I carry into every tutoring session. At New York Law School, I continue to support my peers as a notetaker, distilling complex legal lectures into organized, accessible study tools. I...

...as the Assistant Editor of a print literary journal attached to a non-profit writers organization. I look forward to tutoring in any language-related capacity, whether it's in reading/writing test prep, perfecting that killer college essay, or working toward a higher proficiency in Spanish. My enthusiasm for the written and spoken word inspires pupils to discover that reading and writing are art forms available to everyone, and my teaching philosophy is based on the old adage:...

...it so rewarding. It is a wonderful feeling to have students inform me that they received a good grade and see the confidence that accompanies their improvement in a subject. My number one goal as a tutor is to help instill confidence in my students so that they know they have what it takes to succeed! In addition to tutoring, I enjoy running, dancing, playing the piano, and performing in theatre productions. I have a...

...with my two brothers (one older, one younger) - I graduated from Princeton University in 2014 with a degree in History of Science and Global Health Policy - I tutored throughout high school and college, working with students elementary - high school on general homework help and exam prep. In college, I tutored students in test prep for the PSAT and SAT, and I worked as college admissions consultant, editing student essays and working with...

...and friendly tutor with 14 years of teaching experience. I have a PhD in Anthropology and spent over a decade teaching and mentoring college students at the University of Michigan. Subjects I taught there included Biology, History, Anthropology, Upper Level Writing and Research Methods. I also have extensive experience with private tutoring, both one-to-one and with small groups of students. I especially enjoy working with younger children and I have tutored elementary and middle school...

...in May of 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and minors in English and Business. During my senior year, I wrote intersectional analyses of philosophical and modernist texts, attempting to reveal a more critically substantial relationship between the two fields than conventional allegorical implications imply. I currently work as a managing editor and staff writer for a music publication based in Brooklyn, and have significant experience within the music industry having participated...

...of Delta Gamma for the Service for Sight Foundation. I was lucky enough to have spent a semester abroad in Paris, capitalizing on the availability of French pastries and museum access. After spending time as a Teaching Assistant for Biology and Organic Chemistry Lab in college, I discovered a passion for teaching. I am currently a full time Teaching Assistant for the Americorps- affiliated program Blue Engine, teaching Algebra I at an arts high school...

...of Northeastern University with a Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering and a minor in Biochemical Engineering. I am passionate about giving back to the community and helping others find success in in their education. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about about Math, Engineering, and the Sciences. Growing up in NYC and attending NYC public schools, I am aware of the challenges many students face in the area....

...funny, outgoing, goodhearted and friendly person. I love to build personal relationships with my clients, which makes me unique in that each tutoring session is structured around the individual needs of my student. However, although I am friendly and fun I also am fairly strict and rigorous in my tutoring style- (my mom always told me that one day I would appreciate how strict she was with my schoolwork- I guess today's that day haha)....

...in ACT English and essay writing, I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy and Political Science at Brown University. I focus on creating a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to improve their skills. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering critical thinking and effective communication, helping students not only prepare for exams but also develop a love for language and literature. I find immense joy in guiding students through their academic journeys,...

...my junior year of college, which I attended on full academic scholarship, where I worked as a writing consultant in the University's Writing Center and an SAT instructor for Kaplan. For the past 3+ years, I have worked as a private tutor throughout New York City, where I have worked with 30+ students. My students have ranged from elementary school level to college seniors; I have tutored in a multitude of subjects, including ACT/SAT/ISEE/SSAT/Mathematics/Spanish/English/History. When...

I have been tutoring for 5 years. I have tutored students ranging from elementary school to high school in a variety of subjects like math, science, and reading. I look forward to meeting you!

...School in the class of 2014 and went on to graduate from Colgate University in 2018 with a Bachelor's in English with a focus in Creative Writing and a Minor in Film and Media Studies. I have several years of experience tutoring Middle, High School and College level English and have a wide-ranging background and holistic perspective rooted in my liberal arts education. I am comfortable tutoring English to all ages across the spectrum of...

Hi, my name is Christopher George, and I am currently a junior at the Macaulay Honors College. I am a Business Administration major on a music business career path. I enjoy listening to music, hip-hop dance, giving advice, and overall bettering myself. I excel in SAT and test-taking skills, as well as business concepts.