Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Greenburgh, 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.

An engaging instructor, I find out the goals of each student and gear my focus towards their learning in interesting ways. Invested in the success of each student, I build an atmosphere of trust that supports student success.

...former Army officer. He left the military and became an entrepreneur along with various work experiences that have given him the experience needed to teach business skills. He was also an adjunct professor for Aston American University. He uses his Army and Business skills to build up his students' and coaching clients' efforts.

...the material and work from there. Any subject, from Latin to history to math, can be a grueling exercise in rote memorization, but that's not fun for anybody, so that's not how I teach. I try to de-mystify the subject from the outset, starting with acknowledging and building on what students already know - usually...

...believe this phrase effectively encapsulates my perception of what exactly education is, and should be. Regardless of where you come from, education can take you farther and higher than you ever thought possible. As your tutor, I will work to empower you to get to any destination you want your unique educational journey!

...experienced so many different students' fears, concerns, and challenges with reading, analysis, writing, and college application essays. I can say with confidence that I will help you move towards your individual goals in these areas of English, and I will give you skills that will stay with you for the rest of your academic life....

...time. A huge fan of throwbacksPerry Mason, Hunter, A-Team, Good Times, Sanford and Son, All in the Family, The Jeffersons, etc. As for throwback music, I'm stuck in the 80s and 90sWhitney, Madonna, Cyndi, Tina, Aretha, Anita, Vanessa, Belinda, Boyz to Men Sting, etc. Thanks for choosing me. I'm excited to participate and support the...

...in Journalism and Political Science with a social science concentration in Sociology. Since graduation, I have worked primarily as a journalist and editor in the news industry. I am passionate about history, writing, reading, political science, and sociology and have an extensive history with math - having come from a long line of math educators.

...from CUNY City College, I have 5+ years of experience teaching and tutoring students from elementary school to college level in English. My commitment to creating engaging, personalized experiences for my students stems from my belief in every student's unique potential to learn and grow. I believe that understanding each student's unique needs and learning...

...graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor of Arts in Literary Arts and Ethnic Studies. I have several years of experience working in school writing centers, conducting 1:1 remote tutoring sessions in English and history, and serving as a teaching assistant. I prioritize working collaboratively with students so as to provide tailored support.

...Nutrition, Public Policy, Philosophy, SAT and ACT. Since graduation, I have relocated to New York City and work for a market research company called Ipsos. I am a Research Analyst on the Syndicated Global Healthcare team. I am passionate about health, data analysis, and writing. In my free time, I enjoy weightlifting, Pilates, indoor rock...

...Arts in Political Science and Sociology. Since graduation, I worked at AmeriCorps City Year in Chicago, IL. In that program, I mentored and tutored 5th to 12th-grade students in Chicago Public Schools to reduce the dropout rate. After AmeriCorps City Year, I graduated from Pace Law School. I am now a practicing non-profit attorney. As...

...Political Science. I'm passionate about guiding students to reach their goals in middle and high school. I've tutored students my age or younger for the past six years and enjoy tutoring in a wide range of subjects, including standardized testing, English, social studies, and math. In my experience, high schools students are receptive of my...

...students grasp topics that they deemed impossible. I hope I can help as many students as I can through Varsity Tutors-- I strive to spread excellence and make a long-lasting impact in furthering academic success in any way I can. Outside of work, I like baking, roller skating, fashion, watching cartoons, debating movies and fashion.

...in and out of the classroom. I have a New York State teaching certification and a master's degree in Elementary Education (grades 1-6) from the Relay Graduate School of Education. I received my B.A. in Psychology from Dartmouth College, graduating in 2014. I have spent much of my time in the last 12 years teaching...

...throughout the city as well as Long Island. Currently, I teach English Composition at Saint Joseph's College where I am also earning an M.F.A. in Creative Writing where I will continue to pursue my hopes of becoming an author. For the past seven years, I have tutored students for the ELA Regents Exam, PSAT, SAT,...

...wanted to be a teacher. I have my Master's degree in English from Queens College and a BA in English and Drama also from Queens College. I also have a minor in Secondary Education and have been teaching since 1999. I have taught all grades from Kindergarten to 12th grade. Even in my volunteer capacity...

...five-paragraph persuasive essay. My academic background in linguistics and comparative literature provide not only a grounding in the English language and the finer points of grammatical analysis, but also gives me a foundation in literary theory. I am well equipped to work with students through the analysis of dense passages of fiction and non-fiction, as...

...historiography, specifically Sovietology. I tutor all the humanitarian topics, including the SAT verbal and writing, English, essay composition and editing, world and U.S. history, and the whole spectrum of the REGENTS test. I like to break things down to their fundamentals and learn from the bottom up, so that it's easier to see how all...

...help them to gain the skills necessary to take their writing to the next level. My approach is positive and process-based, emphasizing student strengths while working toward the development of writerly voice and instinct. I have worked with students ranging from ages 13 to 60s, from a wide range of religious and socioeconomic backgrounds. My...