Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...current sophomore in college looking to offer my services in tutoring. I have a love of math and english, specifically reading, writing, and algebra. I am compassionate and patient, and I take my time in understanding students, as well as helping THEM understand everything they need to. I have tutored prior to becoming a member of the Varsity Tutors family, in a variety of subjects. Each student I helped succeeded in all of their personal...

I believe that anyone can succeed in pursuing their goals. I aim to help students gain confidence as they broaden their portfolio of skills and increase their ability to help themselves.... My goal is to empower the student to leverage their strengths and support the student in mastering new learning skills and problem-solving strategies... Get a sense of the student's personality, learning style, and comfort zone, while assessing the student's short- and long-term priorities. Then, we...

I am a graduate of Drew University in Madison, NJ with a degree in English Literature. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, and spending time with my family and friends. I am enthusiastic about helping students to improve their academic confidence, essays, and test scores. Through ACT and AP test tutoring, I hope to help high school students improve their abilities and get into their dream college. ... My role as a tutor is...

...United States has prepared me for the exciting challenges and rewards of sharing my bilingual English/German expertise through teaching and tutoring. I spent two years teaching German in grades 1 5 at the Munich International School. I'm familiar with the philosophies and demands of the IB program, from the students' as well as the teachers' perspective. In addition, I've taught English as a Second Language at an academic summer camp for teenagers in Germany. Currently,...

...many in the program came from schools with low college acceptance rates and families where college was not the norm, the program boasted a nearly 100% college acceptance rate. The support from the staff and the faculty gave us all the confidence and the tools needed to succeed. After graduating from the University of Chicago in 2011 I decided to take the skills I had learned from my time in the Collegiate Scholars Program and...

...interested in ethics, and part of my value system is a strong belief in the transformative power of knowledge and wisdom. I aim to one day become a professor of philosophy (particularly ethics), and I am currently in the process of preparing for a joint JD/PhD in Philosophy. Consequently, I am interested in both theoretical and applied ethics. One of my core talents is the ability to convey concepts in multiple ways, and I like...

...Yale University in May with a major in Literature, and currently work as a high school English teacher. My thesis explored the use of mise en abyme, a post-modern literary device, in graphic novels. My six years of work as an outdoor instructor in Vermont have nurtured my passion for experiential education, which I have completed through my work as a writing and French tutor. I have extensive experience editing college essays and helping students...

I am a graduate from Rutgers University - New Brunswick where I majored in Economics and minored in Religions. After graduation, I changed course and decided to pursue law school. The difficulty the LSAT posed for me inspired me to give back and help other students along their path to law school.

...passion for teaching and plan to continue furthering my education in order to expand and perfect my skills. Aside from my degree program, I have experience working with groups of up to 6 elementary-age students through a virtual classroom platform. The most important part of teaching for me is showing students what they are capable of by challenging them, keeping them engaged and excited to learn, and providing them with the necessary support, so they...

...co-workers learn computer skills in my teens and early twenties, teaching people of all ages to snowboard, which is a hobby and a side job that still keep up, and teaching English to students for the past ten years. It is a wonderful subject to teach that helps people learn to communicate in a way that brings them satisfaction and helps them to garner what they want in life. Studying English also helps people learn...

...SAT multiple times, I am familiar with both exams and know what it takes to do well on them. I am also familiar with the college application process, as I was going through it myself a two years ago. Many rounds of editing my own essays has taught me how to effectively structure both the essays and supplements. I love helping students learn and reinforce concepts they didn't previously understand. I am patient, enthusiastic, and...

...recent graduate of Brown University with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science-Economics. Since graduation, I have been teaching classes in Computer Science and Aritificial Intelligence to students of all ages, from elementary school to high school. During college, I helped peers in multiple computer science courses as a teachers assistant and introduced the world of computer science to elementary school students as a virtual Scratch instructor. I find it very rewarding to see students...

I am a recent graduate of a Literature program with extensive experience in tutoring reading and writing to school-aged, college-aged, and adult learners, as well as bilingual learners. My expertise includes but is not limited to reading comprehension, essay writing, outline formation, various styles such as MLA and APA, grammar, sentence and paragraph structure, editing, and proofreading. I look forward to helping your papers, ideas, and understanding flourish!

...New York City. The foundation of my tutoring philosophy is personalization and understanding. Different students have different learning styles; some learn best by listening, some by seeing, others must do. To that end, I try to tailor my lessons to fit the needs of each individual student. Ultimately, I believe that the ability to excel in educational pursuits rests largely on mental strategy, organization, and skill, all techniques that are very teachable. While absorbing content...

...Brick Staeger and I'm a junior studying politics at New York University. With a passion for English, Spanish, and History, a 4.0 GPA, and a 36 on both English sections of the ACT, I hope to be a great fit for any of your tutoring needs! I have worked with children and adults of all ages and all levels of learning, including those with developmental disabilities, and have loved every second of making a difference...

...to understand a concept, but the moment when he or she does, it is extremely rewarding for the tutor, the parents, and the student. I like to instill confidence in my students as well as help them understand the academic lesson at hand. The best experience of my life was when I studied abroad in Paris during my junior year of college. I loved traveling around Europe, visiting museums, gardens, and historical sites, meeting the...

...the Phillips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire where I am the dorm head of high school students and teach high school students in Criminal Justice and Global Justice. In both environments, I use a student centered model of discussion and activities to engage students with material and encourage them to take onus of their own learning. This buy in allows students to achieve great success and also take pride in their own efforts. Throughout my...

...Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Economics and International affairs from Florida State University. As a French-American citizen, I am passionate about teaching French language & culture to those looking to learn. I am also passionate about Economics and enjoy sharing my knowledge with those who are struggling to memorize formulas and concepts. Finally, as drummer of 11 years, I can help beginners learn the basics of playing drum set and unleash their...

I'm an NYC-based writer and actress with a passion for English language and composition. I graduated with honors from NYU with a background in journalism, essay writing, and literature. My goal is to help you fall in love with language.

...substantial teaching experience since 2012 serving as a homeschool teacher and tutor to students from all over the world. This experience has provided me with a unique opportunity to engage with students of varying ages and backgrounds and to develop innovative and constructive teaching strategies. As an amicable, patient, and supportive instructor, I am dedicated to facilitating the development of young minds and empowering them to reach their full potential. I am confident that my...