Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Long Island, NY

...any math class. In my time as a middle school teacher, I found that explaining the importance of the subject, and how the subject relates and is useful to everyday life as the best way to help the student maintain an interest in the subject. I also found that breaking down the topic in which the student is struggling in to smaller more manageable bits to be the best road to understanding the subject matter....

...for education in New York, and have taught in Austria through a Fulbright, as well as in Kyrgyzstan through a private school. My teaching philosophy revolves around empowering you, the students, to not only learn the material, but also learn what strategies work best for you and how you can learn to self asses. I am extremely well traveled, urbane, but also fun and enjoy skiing, rugby, art, and cooking. I went to Vassar College...

...summer camp he attended for 7 years as a youth. As a 2008 graduate from St. Stephen's Episcopal High School in Austin, Matt was influenced by his involvement in a liberal arts education and through his many different extracurricular activities such as football, crew, theater, student government and his love of reading and video games. Matt continually strives to diversify his interests and knowledge of the world around him and within the cosmos of academia....

As your personal tutor, I am thoughtful, driven, and differentiated. The ultimate purpose of my job is to applaud your strengths, as well as recognize your areas of improvement in order to turn them into strengths. Looking forward to helping you achieve your academic endeavors!

...I am a recent graduate of Harvard College, graduating with a degree of High Honors in the History of Science. I am also anticipating entering dental school this coming Fall at Columbia College of Dental Medicine. In this interim year, I would love the opportunity to continue tutoring -- I have tutored all throughout college in a multitude of subjects, and this rewarding experience has not only helped the students, but has also allowed me...

...primary programming language is java, I have also worked with arduino microcontrollers and matlab. My absolute favorite subject to both learn and teach is definitely calculus. Many people find calculus scary because of all the complex equations and math at first glance. However, calculus is just simply a collection of rules of theorems, and like any other subject, as long as you follow the steps, its easy to solve. What I find most interesting about...

...he began his undergraduate studies as an engineering major before transitioning into law. His love for numbers led him to pursue his masters in tax law after graduating law school and he holds a joint JD/LLM degree. Michael likes taking difficult concepts and distilling them in a way that makes it easy for students to understand. His training as an actor allows him to combine a unique blend of left-brain thinking with right brain artistry to...

...free time the idea of helping students achieve their academic goals appeals to me. I have extensive knowledge of biology; specifically biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology, as well as a good understanding of chemistry, history, and mathematics. My hobbies include reading and writing, animal care (I have a pet dog), hiking and fitness. Growing up with three younger siblings has given me the life experience necessary to understand and relate to younger generations. I also...

...it is part of everyday life and, honestly, what would life be without math? I also tutor in Spanish. Nowadays in this world being bilingual is very important so I can provide with that help as well. I love working with people because I treasure the opportunity of inspiring them to take an interest in something that will benefit them in their lives. I'm able to work with students individually or in groups to achieve improved...

...college application essay and took practice test upon practice test for the SAT, SAT subject tests, AP tests, and ACTs. I was greatly helped by my academic mentors back then and would love to help you out now if you need assistance with that process. I've tutored in a variety of subjects for several years, including algebra, Spanish, Python, and U.S. civics, and I'm a strong believer in everyone getting the academic help they need....

I'm thrilled to be apart of the Varsity Tutors team where I can share my passion for math and help students reach their academic goals! I earned my Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering at the University of Connecticut. However, it was back in grade school when I first discovered my passion for math. I now have 13 years of experience tutoring math, science and test prep. Math is so much easier with a good...

I have over 18 years of ACT/SAT/PSAT tutoring experience, initially in a class setting with Kaplan, then, independently, as an personal tutor. I have tutored ALL sections on both the SAT and ACT; I am a generalist, as capable in Critical Reading, Writing, Math or Science. I am a certified Teacher of the Handicapped in NJ and also hold a CE for general education.

...have since then traveled through Europe and CanadaI've also tutored and taught in Warsaw, Poland, and Toronto! I have worked with learners anywhere from K-undergraduate levels. I really love teaching and helping students focus on the ways they learn best. For me, I've found that a holistic approach to subjectscritical thinking, essay structure, test-taking skillsis the best way to ensure success. My favorite subjects to teach are in Liberal Arts and test prep, but I...

I am a financial analyst; graduated Yale 2015 with a degree in Molecular Biology. I have enjoyed being a tutor since my freshman year of High School. My students have ranged in age from second graders to young adults going for their GED.

...2013 where she received her B.A. in Psychology with a special concentration in Linguistics. There she combined her love of language with attention to philosophic inquiry and data-driven research. In addition to her studies, Katherine dedicated much of her time to teaching. She worked as a T.A. in the Psychology Department and volunteered with Brainiacs, a program that brought extracurricular science courses to public schools. Katherine is currently completing an M.A. in Linguistics at The...

I have been passionate about mathematics since I was a boy. I bought many math books and spent my free time completing each chapter while recording my time. I am currently an electrical engineer working on energy efficiency projects to reduce fuel consumption and co2 emissions in NY.

...Long Island University. I received my Masters of Education in Students with Disabilities. Since graduation, I have taught children in grades 6- 12. I have taught in a small class setting working with students with intellectual disabilities and larger classroom with students with learning disabilities. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about ELA, Reading and Math. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary...

...History, and math from the elementary level through Algebra 2. U.S. History is one of my favorite subjects to teach because I enjoy making it feel personal and engaging by connecting events to stories that spark curiosity. I also enjoy working with younger students and creating a positive, patient learning environment. My tutoring style is supportive and interactive. I focus on breaking down challenging concepts into clear, manageable steps and adjusting my approach to fit...

...tutor general chemistry, organic chemistry, biology, algebra and test prep for the DAT. I especially enjoy tutoring chemistry which I view as being the central science in understanding the fundamentals of how the universe works at the smallest level. I can confidently help students with the DAT having scored well myself (I can provide documentation of my score). When I tutor a student I first like to hear from them what they understand and then...

...quantitative methods (regression, applied econometrics, experimental methods). My teaching experience in the past has included SAT/ACT prep, essay revision, mathematics tutoring, and specific SAT Subject Test tutoring. Now that I've almost finished my time as a college student, I would be happy to walk other students through ways to read an academic text, study methods, and specific college coursework questions. I am a previous teacher through Americorps in their summer program for future first gen...