Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in New York City, NY

...the way to EFL and public speaking courses with Somali-Bantu refugees in Burlington, Vermont and have found that my strengths as a teacher lie in the subjects and practices of communication, editing, reading, writing, grammar and languages. I firmly believe in emboldening my students with strategies that will help unlock their own immense potential and look forward to working with your student to discover and tease out which tools will best serve them, whether it...

...I have tutored in many subjects ranging from Calculus to Essay Editing to SHSAT prep, but my personal favorite is tutoring Chemistry. It is my favorite subject to learn, so helping others understand it allows me to solidify my own knowledge of it. My approach to tutoring anything, especially the harder subjects, is to always use relatable examples or metaphors to strike a connection in a student's mind. The more relatable a hard concept feels,...

...worked for the University Writing Center. Working with students one-on-one, informed by faculty guidance and frequent workshops, I developed a tutoring style that focuses on collaboration and flexibility. No matter the subject, I believe that we learn best when we discover for ourselves, and forget when we are lectured. I spend my spare time reading, writing, talking, listening, and trying to stay active, so that I can read, write, talk, and listen more.

As career educator who is also a former procrastinator, I am well-equipped to assist students in a variety of academic subjects and study skills. I've taught middle and high school students, and spent the past 10 years teaching English Lit and Composition to college and post graduate students.

...I am a graduate of the University of Central Florida where I earned Bachelor's Degrees in Economics & Finance. The nature of an economy and how individual decisions come together to shape economic prosperity truly fascinates me. Through the tutoring experience, I find myself learning almost as much as my students about new ways to look at old problems. This enthusiasm for the mutual learning experience allows me to put forth my best effort into...

...classically trained pianist and a singer with my own album out and a European tour under my belt. Education-wise, I'm a pre-medical student hoping to graduate soon with a Bio B.S. Degree and minors in English and Chemistry. I'm also involved in Stress research at Seton Hall University and I'm the Vice President of the AED Pre-Health Honor Society. I currently work as an EMT in Paterson, NJ. If you'd like to ask any questions...

...to help students conquer those initial hurdles and gain a feeling of mastery and confidence. I am patient, and I encourage my students to be patient as well. I also help students faceand in so doing, conquertheir fear of failure. We practice not fearing mistakes, but seeing them as opportunities to learn, hone skills, and grow more confident. One of my strongest attributes as a tutor is my ability to break down complex ideas into...

...help students understand difficult concepts they're struggling with, and I enjoy trying to find different ways to break down ideas. My favorite subjects to tutor are calculus, chemistry, and physics, although I tutor other types of math as well. I am a very patient tutor who tries to understand exactly where the student is struggling and how they can improve. Outside of the classroom, you can often find me baking or drawing!

I'm a recent transplant from Chicago after attending Northwestern University. When I'm not listening to rap or taking pictures of random strangers on the street with my film camera, I enjoy reading short stories. I've always been a visual learner that benefits from DOING... that means I don't want to lecture you during our sessions, but open the dialogue to have fruitful conversations rather than having you memorize and forget.

...My dedication and passion for learning is apparent in my academic performance as well as my continued work in scientific research! I first began tutoring as a high school peer tutor in subjects ranging from AP US History, AP Spanish, AP Literature and the sciences (Biology, Environmental Science etc.). Wishing to pursue a PhD, a degree that prepares one for life as a teacher, I began serving as a TA in college in different areas...

...to an excellent and convincing final paper. I'm a very patient tutor and love to use fun games to engage students while making sure that they understand the material rather than just memorizing. I'm passionate about learning, but outside of academia I spend my free time traveling, cooking, and making art. In college, I was lucky enough to study in Abu Dhabi, Florence, and Buenos Aires, and enjoyed seeing more of the Middle East, Europe,...

...destitution, where I would walk past malnourished children sleeping in the street every day, I decided I would not allow my passion for academic research impede my immediate responsibility to help others. My experiences in Kolkata, particularly the satisfaction of educating children, informed my plans when I returned home. For several years, I worked at a YMCA in my hometown as a STEM program coordinator and after-school teacher, providing a variety of educational programs for...

I've been a professional tutor for the past ten years and a college instructor for the past four years. I have my masters degree in philosophy and hope to enroll in a PhD program in philosophy by Fall 2017. In my free time I enjoy stand-up comedy, strategy/RPG video games, and science fiction.... I believe that the goal of tutoring is to create life-long independent learners and that it is the tutor’s job to provide encouragement...

...This is why math is my favorite subject to teach, there are endless ways to do the same problem, and I love when I see my students Aha moment! My first teaching job was actually teaching children to ski, I've moved on to being a tutor employed by my university in college level calculus and have assisted a few high school students with ACT's. Since moving to Canada, I've taken up broomball! Although my favorite...

...Research, as well as a concentration in Honors studies. I have had much previous experience in the tutoring field in my hometown and at my university, and I am a Level 1 Certified Tutor from the College Reading and Learning Association. My favorite thing about tutoring is being able to work with a student individually to enhance his or her knowledge of the subject matter, and that "AHA" moment is the best!... My teaching philosophy is...

I graduated from Emerson College with a BFA in acting and was part of the honors program, in which I wrote two large research papers and several shorter papers. I have always been commended for my writing and my grasp of literature. I have lots of experience working with kids, both as a babysitter and as an arts teacher. I am well-read and am excellent with spelling, grammar, writing, and literary comprehension and analysis. I...

...confidence. Additionally, having graduated as my high school's Salutatorian in 2023 and accumulating over 3,000 hours of community service between grades 9-12, I understand the importance of pursuing a well-balanced lifestyle that allows a young person to succeed academically, socially and emotionally. As a tutor, I strive to create an environment in which all students feel confident in striving for their full potential inside and outside of the classroom setting. Through this approach, I hope...

...students (through Kumon Learning Center), as well as high school students to improve their grades in classes and/or reach their goals in standardized tests. I'm skilled in tutoring a broad range of different subjects, especially in the fields of science, math, and test prep. I bring a patient, personalized and collaborative approach to my tutoring. On my down time, my passions include traveling (most recently went on a trip through 5 countries in Southeast Asia),...

...the professional writing field, I am an excellent writing, language arts, and reading resource for students. I have high achievements in academic history, and have developed superb study methods to aid memorization and concept understanding. I have a very hands-on, personal teaching style. I aim to develop effective learning methods and instill confidence in all of my students so they will continue to achieve beyond our time together. I strive to personalize lessons and teaching...

Ivy-League educated tutor, current NYC teacher with extensive experience Specialized fields: -SAT/ACT/Regents test prep, all subjects -Essay Writing, high school to graduate levels. -All Humanities (Race and Gender studies, Anthropology, History, Social Studies). -High School, all subjects, including college-prep math. -Life Skills, including resume building. -ESL Let's Learn!