Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Nassau County, NY

...I have been helping other students local to my area with numerous assignments, such as assistance with school-related tasks, personal essays, college application essays, test preparation, and much more. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and Writing. With my experience working with people, combined with my skills and my passion for the subjects I tutor, I will do my very best to provide my students with...

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My tutoring experience ranges from teaching a mid-20s Bloomberg employee how to program in Python to helping fellow MIT computer science undergraduates understand the more thorny minutiae of digital system design. I spend most of my free time programming, reading about transportation and politics, and playing softball most summer weekends.

I am a graduate student in Comparative Literature, with a secondary in Film and Visual Studies, at Harvard University. Before starting at Harvard I received a BA in Human Development from Cornell University. My family immigrated from Ukraine. I grew up and went to high school in Brooklyn.

...where I have had to encounter difficult situations and develop actionable strategies to navigate them. Everyone processes information differently, and I hope to make the learning process as stress-free and engaging as possible. As someone pursuing a career in science research, I ensure that all of my teaching methods are supported by current research in both psychology and education. Whatever level you are at, I will meet you where you are and help you tackle...

...shoes of the test-writers, not just the shoes of the test-taker, a lot becomes really clear about how to succeed at taking tests without really trying (so hard). This said, I am also a believer that the amount of time you put into anything is proportionate with the results, and study really does pay off when it comes to APs and SATs. Study can also be fun, and I make an emphasis on how a...

...working one on one with students, helping them to think through problems, formulate opinions, and articulate their thoughts. This involves working on vocabulary, grammar, and writing mechanics. These are invaluable skills, essential for writing essays and preparing for Standardized Tests, like the SAT. Currently, besides tutoring, I'm interning in the Curatorial Departments of both the Guggenheim and the Whitney. Previously, I worked in the library of an elite graduate school. My hobbies include reading, going...

...I am well versed in all areas of composition and English test prep. I've helped ESL students past state tests for the first time. I've created individualized and equally rigorous assignments based on IEPs. I was nominated as Campus Teacher of the Year in 2015. I love tutoring students to become better writers. I believe all students are capable of excellence. With effort and accessible instruction, any student can succeed in reading and composition. My...

...cater directly to your needs and aspirations in order to make this work not only easier for you, but also fun, exciting, and illuminating. Writing is a part of everything we do, and writing well - and learning to enjoy it - can help you no matter what your goals may be. Writing does not have to be rigid, and your unique perspective always, always matters. It took time, hard work, and support to help...

...views and philosophies of critics and peers. This has effected my personal and professional relationships in a way that nothing else could have. I've learned to take other points of view into account, as well as constantly shift my own way of looking at the world and making changes for the better. I enjoy working as a tutor because it allows me to use some of my skills to help others. However, this has not...

Keith is a West Point grad and 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.

...by listening carefully to my students so I can better understand their problem solving skills, self-awareness, and patterns of self-expression. I keep close track of my observations so I can better fashion my teaching style to their needs. Are they struggling with organization? Focus? Or is it simply a comprehension issue? I then design the pace and style of my approach to best suit their needs. My domains of expertise include reading comprehension, writing, literature,...

...professional resume and freelance writer and earned my Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Connecticut. Growing up with younger siblings, I've always enjoyed teaching and tutoring and find it comes naturally. My subject matter expertise is Reading, Writing, and Elementary Mathematics. I pride myself on inspiring a relaxed environment driven by patience. I like to assess each student individually to customize my tutoring approach. Overall, I make a concerted effort to make learning...

...in writing and humanities, I have experience tutoring a wide range of subjects including basic math and science. I believe firmly in the philosophy of "struggling together", because as a student myself, I understand the challenge of trying to improve in an area where you don't feel confident. While I will definitely sympathize with students, that does not take away from my firm belief that growth is 100% possible with dedicated effort. I will aim...

Ashley is a medical student at RWJMS and recent graduate of Cornell University. She majored in chemistry and was awarded cum laude after spending a majority of her undergraduate career researching with the Lancaster Group. Ashley has over 4 years of tutoring experience.

...school and undergrad, I have had many opportunities to tutor students from K-12. I have worked as an administrative assistant and Math/English tutor at a tutoring center in Piscataway. I have also tutored high school students (grades 9-12) in biology, chemistry, and physics and students ages 6-16 in Math, English, Science, and History as a volunteer for my local public library. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology,...

...at all high school grade levels in various classrooms. I have had much success helping my students achieve their fullest potential in regards to the humanities. I have a passion for literature, history, and writing which I share in a friendly, enthusiastic, and easy to understand manner. As I embark on the next chapter of my life, I would love the opportunity to continue to assist young people with any literacy or general academic challenges...

...educational pursuits. Currently, I am a Teacher Resident at the NYU Accelerated MAT program in Secondary English Education. This means that come September, I will be an ELA teacher working at a NY Public School. My intentions here are to hone in on my individuated mentoring practice as well as to provide rigorous tutoring and support for all my students. The key here is not just learning the subject material, but learning to learn well....

...taken the SAT three times, the PSAT three times, and three SAT subject tests. I am extremely familiar with the layout of the SAT and how to coach students in studying and test-taking techniques. I believe in setting a strong foundation of knowledge for students to build off of in every subject they approach. I look forward to helping students become the best they can be through engaging lessons made specifically for each individual.

...in Philosophy, Literature, and European History, but my interests extend to languages (French, German, Hebrew, and Latin) and to the study of religion. Since I first caught what a former professor of mine called the "reading bug" back in college, I have come to discover a simple truth: literature can reinvent the world. So when I am not reading, or hiking with my dog, or helping my wife out at the barn, I spend my...