Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...federal America Reads/America Counts program, going into low-income New York City schools for small group and one-on-one instruction. I have also been a private tutor providing homework help and prep for the SAT, ACT, and the New York State Regents exams. I am passionate about tutoring all subjects, but I have a special fondness for math and English. My students have seen remarkable advancements in Geometry, Algebra I and II, US History, and general test...

...independent studio practice. I am available to work with students of all ages for English Language Arts (ELA), including reading and reading comprehension, creative and analytical writing, and adjacent sections of standardized tests. I also offer guidance in studio art, art history, theater. I'm here to provide support and motivation for my students, and hope to help them feel confident and capable. I find kids to be inspiring and I strive to reciprocate.

Hi! My name is Merilin, I am a super friendly, fun, and energetic tutor that looks forward to making learning fun!

Education should not be stressful, making mistakes is encouraged, and learning should be an enjoyable experience!

Hi, my name is Mahir Rashid, and I am currently a freshman at the Macaulay Honors College at CUNY Brooklyn College. I love learning new ideas and concepts. Similarly, I want people to enjoy what they are learning, and I want to implement the beauty of knowledge into their mind.

I'm Ben, I have a BA in physics, and a double minor in Mathematics and Astronomy. In my free time I fence, paint models and play a zany computer game called 'Dwarf Fortress'

...was in middle school. I assisted elementary school students that were either relatives or family friends. I continued my passion for teaching in high school, guiding many students through a variety of standardized tests from Kindergarten to 8th grade including the Gifted and Talented examination and the Common Core ELA and Math assessments. When I became a upperclassman, I began tutoring students at a private tutoring company for Regents exams primarily in math subjects and...

...teaching, providing support for professional and management staff. I very much enjoyed being a teacher as a Second Language that I decided to further my education and take a CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults). This course has opened my eyes as an ESL teacher. It helped me learn much more from the students point of views and how I could help them excel in the language. Because of my background, I am...

...do with all of my students is to listen, to be patient, and to be encouraging. I try to understand what they currently know about a subject, where they are having difficulty, what their learning style is, and then I adjust my teaching style accordingly so that they can understand the material with confidence. In addition to tutoring, I have also given presentations and training to other colleagues in my career. Furthermore, at the church...

...than me, I have found that many of them still try to achieve instant gratification through their studies, although that is simply not possible. I aim to avoid teaching "plug-n-chug" methods to solve problems, but help my students understand the underlying concepts so that they can become more versatile and proficient in that subject. This is much more time-consuming and difficult on both the tutor and the student, but it is likewise much more rewarding...

...tutoring high school and college students in physics, from problem-solving strategies to exam preparation. I have worked as a Physics & Math Tutor for NJIT's Educational Opportunity Program and as a Teaching Assistant in various physics courses. I've also taught Astronomy 101 as a lecturer, which helped me develop engaging and interactive teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles. My goal is to make physics feel approachable and enjoyable for every student. Whether you're struggling...

...to literature because they can see that I am not only knowledgeable about the printed word, but that I have experienced some of what we are reading. I enjoy tutoring one on one because of the bonds I establish with my students. My goal is to have my students enjoy and succeed in the course we are working on. I value a good education for all people regardless of the career they choose, and my...

...school admissions process.) Outside of academia, I pursue my passions in dance, travel, volunteering, reading and art. My tutoring subjects are mathematics (from elementary school to college level) and standardized testing (SAT, SAT subject tests, PSAT, and SSAT). I have tutored mainly high school students in the New York State Regents exams and AP Calculus, although I also have experience with students in middle and elementary school. Since I have been through many school systems,...

My name is Alex! I'm a recent New York City transplant from Ann Arbor, Michigan. I majored in History at the University of Michigan, and I am a freelance processional writer and marketing expert for the United Way. In the past, I worked for a tutoring chain called Kumon, and I'm excited to be with Varsity Tutors now. In my free time, I love reading, exploring the city, and indoor rock climbing!

...Teaching Assistant for Biology Lab, while also studying Bioinformatics. It was during this time that I began holding study sessions, individual and group, and increased my ability to teach and make complex information more digestible. Since then, I have worked as a personal tutor for an elementary school client and reenrolled in Graduate School studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Helping others has always been a passion of mine and will continue to be. My pursuit...

...I am the current Avodah Fellow at the Adams Street Foundation (ASF) where I connect high school students at the Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice to enrichment opportunities such as after school programs, internships, college prep, and more. In addition to my current position at ASF, my experience working with youth has taken on several forms (nanny, tutor, camp counselor, camp administrator, program coordinator). I enjoy working one-on-one with students to support them...

...10 in Asia for engineering). Calvin has contributed to scientific advancement in the fields of cancer, regenerative medicine, and medical devices, with publications in world-renowned research journals. Also a die-hard advocate for personal and leadership development of youth, Calvin has tutored and mentored underprivileged students and has founded a personal and leadership development organization for students which has international membership in Japan, Korea, Canada, and Australia as well as the United States. Calvin's hobbies include...

...of any subject is to assist the student to come to their own conclusions through the analysis and use of underlying concepts. The independent determination of concepts marks the skill of learning. It must be known that this is not an easy thing to accomplish and struggling is inevitable; however, persistence through the struggle results in moments of glorifying clarity. As a teacher, my job is to provide the tools necessary to succeed in this...

...and received a Bachelors degree in both biology and anthropology. I know how difficult advanced science and math classes can be on top of other studies, and I am really looking to work through these issues with potential students. I am available for sessions in biology, chemistry, physics, as well as a range of math levels. I am also available for SAT, PSAT, and ACT prep. I have ample experience with academic writing, so I...

I recently graduated from college at Yale University where I studied Political Science and dabbled in other subjects. I love tutoring and teaching and I have experience tutoring a wide variety of subjects including U.S. government and history, grammar and writing skills, and middle school math up to calculus. I particularly love working on perfecting college essays!