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David: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...teacher, and I understand that every student has their own unique way of growing and of mastering skills. I have experience teaching a wide variety of literature and non-fiction texts and am very familiar with the Common Core and its emphasis on research skills. I especially enjoy teaching writing; I myself love to write and I teach students a clear process for approaching challenging essay assignments. Above all, I believe that learning should be meaningful...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English
CUNY Hunter College - Master of Arts, English Adolescent Education
SAT Verbal: 790

Alyssa: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...well as a Master of Arts in English. I graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. I have a great love of books and writing--my favorite literary era is the Victorian period which I have studied extensively. I have experience teaching almost every grade level and subject as a substitute teacher and certified teacher assistant. My goal is to help students to achieve their goals in the most...
Education & Certification
SUNY New Paltz - Bachelor in Arts, English
Stony Brook University - Current Grad Student, Language Arts Teacher Education

Justin: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
As career educator who is also a former procrastinator, I am well-equipped to assist students in a variety of academic subjects and study skills. I've taught middle and high school students, and spent the past 10 years teaching English Lit and Composition to college and post graduate students.
Education & Certification
Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, English
CUNY New York City College of Technology - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Marissa: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...college's Writing and Speaking Center as a peer consultant and took education classes for which I observed K-12 classrooms. Since graduation, I have earned a TEFL certification which I used at the beginning of this year to teach English in Germany. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about reading, writing, and ESL. In my experience helping college students with writing for any discipline (whether it was a creative short...
Education & Certification
Colgate University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Ashlyn: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...cum laude from Coastal Carolina University with a degree in Musical Theater and a minor in Communication. But don't let the singing and dancing fool you--I graduated high school with a 4.3 GPA and was able to test out of all my GenEds with the help of AP testing. I love cooking, baking, theater (obviously), pro football and dinosaurs. I look forward to helping more students achieve their full potential in the classroom!
Education & Certification
Coastal Carolina University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Musical Theater
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380

Larissa: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...it was when I was a child that I became interested. I have been in love with art since preschool and it was my wonderful teachers and tutors growing up that encouraged me to continue doing what I love for the rest of my life, which is anything art related. I would also love to encourage kids of all ages to have fun with art because it is an amazing way to learn about the...
Education & Certification
Fashion Institute of Technology - Bachelor in Arts, Illustration

Stephen: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
I believe in instilling an understanding of the subject or topic in my student rather than simply regurgitating test strategies. To this end I actively seek to engage with my students and find points of interest for them to explore within the material we are learning. I hold that every student has the potential to learn every subject as a fundamental truth of education.
Education & Certification
SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 35

Lourena : Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
I love learning, I am a constant student. Always learning, always trying to expand and grow. I love helping people find the joy in learning.
Education & Certification
American Public University System - Bachelor, English
Lindenwood University - Master's/Graduate, Writing
holy apostles college and seminary - Master's/Graduate, Ethics
State Certified Teacher

Steven: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...music, I am here to guide you on your learning journey. I obtained my BFA in Musical Theatre from the Westminster Choir College at Rider University. My personalized approach, interactive teaching style, and commitment to your success will ensure a rewarding and enriching tutoring experience. When I'm not tutoring, I love to pursue my other passions. Currently, I am a company member of the Broadway National Tour of Pretty Woman: The Musical, where my love...
Education & Certification
Rider University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Music Performance

Rayna: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...of various ages and backgrounds, helping them enhance their understanding, improve their test scores, and foster an overall sense of well-being. While I enjoy tutoring a wide range of subjects, I am particularly passionate about Math, Spanish, and English. It gives me great joy to help students make a satisfying breakthrough on subjects that appear to be scary or mundane, proving to them that nothing is impossible! My primary goal as a tutor is to...
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University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Matthew: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...Arts in International Affairs and French Language and Literature from George Washington University. I spent a year directly enrolled in the French Literature department at the Universit de Strasbourg in Strasbourg, France. Prior to returning to teaching, I worked in a variety of non-profit support functions, such as administration, operations, accounting, and finance in Strasbourg and Washington, D.C. I am available to tutor a wide array of topics in English and French at the secondary...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, French/International Affairs
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Literature

Danielle: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...a Master of Arts degree in Teaching with a focus on Elementary Education from Rollins College. I hope to earn my Ph.D in English within the next five to ten years. I taught second grade for two years in Florida before I moved to New York in the summer of 2013. My teaching certification is in general education for grades K-6 as well as English for grades 6-12. I am also ESOL endorsed. Along with...
Education & Certification
University of Central Florida - Bachelor in Arts, English
Rollins College - Master of Arts Teaching, Education
State Certified Teacher

Cooper: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...in college as well and even got to study abroad in Japan. Recently, I've been trying to recuperate my Japanese from many years of not practicing. I understand the struggle of learning a language! In college, I did theater and improv and love going to see shows here in New York. Dancing is one of my favorite activities and I am currently learning Salsa. I am the proud uncle of a young nephew and love...
Education & Certification
Kalamazoo College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
New York University - Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Reading: 34

Omar: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...otherwise dryly trudge through. Whether it was my preparation for AP exam week, pre-med course midterms, MCAT, medical school finals, or my USMLE Step exams, I always found that the best way to manage stress, avoid burnout, and memorize material effectively was to make it fun rather than a chore. By combining my hobby of performing improvisational comedy with my passion for teaching, I've developed an engaging style of tutoring over my 3 years of...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelors, Biology & Political Science double major
St. George's University School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Medicine (MD)

Riya: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...Connecticut for a year now; so far I love it here! I enjoy working with student's from all backgrounds and all ages. My favorite age group(s) to work with are grades seven through twelve. I am going to be a high school English teacher, so that is my passion. I can help with Social Studies, Global Studies, and Spanish, as well as ELA of course. I can't wait to meet and work with you! Best...
Education & Certification
Montclair State University - Bachelor of Education, English
Relay Graduate School of Education - Masters in Education, Education

Hayley: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...5 through 19 over the past seven years I feel confident in my ability to help your child achieve mastery in English writing, literature and reading comprehension, whether they are preparing for the SATs or a class test. My SAT score was a 2340 (in addition to top scores of 5 on both English AP tests); with my help your child can reach their target scores, too. I'm looking forward to combining my tutoring skills...
Education & Certification
Barnard College Columbia University - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Stephen: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...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 more than they think. I've studied a lot of languages (Spanish, Latin, French, Turkish, Attic Greek, Ancient Hebrew, and, of course, English) and I've learned that a lot of the principles of communication are universal. If you're...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 790

Sam: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...and education that would enable me to provide a unique and meaningful perspective to the classroom. Medicine demands effective education through teaching patients and their families about specific treatments, the manifestation of certain diseases, and the mechanisms of infection within specific physiological pathways. I truly began to appreciate this after interacting with my own pediatrician, who had built her own clinic from the ground-up using her knowledge, the power of education, and the strength of...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
University of Pennsylvania - Certificate, Biomedical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 750
SAT Writing: 800

Rebekah: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...five years of expertise, I specialize in helping students develop essential skills such as executive functioning, study techniques, and time management. My background in psychology allows me to understand each student's unique learning needs, enabling me to provide tailored support that fosters growth and confidence. I am dedicated to creating a positive, supportive environment where students can build the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally. Through personalized instruction, I aim to guide...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Bachelor, Psychology & Linguistics
Pace University - Master's/Graduate, School Psychology
Pace University - Doctorate (PhD), Psychology

Courtney: Smithtown AP English Language and Composition tutor
Certified AP English Language and Composition Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...in Psychology and Education and I am comfortable with all types of learners, including students with executive functioning needs or learning needs. I have experience both on Zoom and tutoring in person. I am most experienced with students aged 5-18, especially middle school and early high school. I tutor a broad range of subjects and am happy to speak with you to see how I can best help you or your child!
Education & Certification
Hamilton College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Arts, Higher Education Administration
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