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

...enjoying things from a distance or from the backseat. This was largely exacerbated by my grandfather, a man who had taught himself everything he knew. He was a professional musician, could play multiple instruments, loved to paint and draw, and even had a pretty good conspiracy theory regarding Jack the Ripper. He encouraged me to read the books that he kept beside his chair in the living room, always asking me questions, always pushing me...

...subjects, and I find great joy in helping students unlock the power of language. Whether guiding a student through literary analysis, refining their essay-writing skills, or strengthening their grammar and vocabulary, I strive to make learning an engaging and enriching experience. My approach is patient, adaptable, and tailored to each student's unique learning style, with an emphasis on critical thinking and clear communication. Beyond tutoring, I am deeply interested in literature, publishing, and storytelling in...

...ages and backgrounds, from assisting immigrant students writing essays in a second language, to teaching creative writing and basic reading skills to students with a diagnosis of Autism, as well as helping strong, motivated students achieve the best work possible in an honors psychology or English classroom. I have an innate love of words, language, and science, and want to instill in students this love of concepts such as analytical essay writing, reading comprehension and...

...with a student, I draw on my years of experience tutoring and teaching middle, high school, and college students at every level, from high school math to summer program courses at Yale. In teaching, I take an empathetic approach to learning. As a former student, I know firsthand that the expertise of the teacher does not always correlate with that teacher's effectiveness working with students. Because my teaching is based on years of real-world experience...

...Communicative Language Approach, where students learn through elicitation, strengthening their critical thinking skills and autonomy. Many of my students have had great academic success with having been accepted to ivy league institutions such as Columbia University, Harvard University, and Oxford University. Along with this, I also possess experience with private school applications and the college application process after working as an education consultant for 2+ years. I look forward to working with you!... Teaching should be...

Hello, I am a first-year medical student looking to help any students of all ages who may be struggling with school. I tutor a wide range of subjects from science to history, math, etc. I believe that learning should also be fun so that students can develop a passion for what they are studying, and that in turn will help them become better students in the future.

...college. Teaching is a passion of mine, and I've spent years tutoring both high school and college students in various subjects as a paid tutor. I also have extensive teaching experience in high school classes from volunteer work with Peer Health Exchange in Boston. As a former pre-med student, I'm particularly interested in helping other aspiring physicians meet their course and MCAT goals. I love simplifying complex scientific/mathematical concepts and re-imagining them in different ways...

...philosophy. My learning background is diverse, and my objective-based tutoring style is sure to lead to success. When we tackle problems, we are learning the how? and why?, not just the what? I aim to develop skills that the student can carry forward in his or her academic life, and my measured goal-setting will help student and tutor remain highly-motivated and see their efforts pay off significantly. Feel free to contact me at any time!...

...spent the next year taking English classes at Farmingdale University, earning a 4.0 GPA, which I then used to enter Stony Brook University's Masters of Arts in Teaching English program; I have completed one year in this program so far, and have one more to go. Some time during my studies at Farmingdale, I also began to substitute teach for South Huntington School District, spending most of my time at Walt Whitman High School; I...

...in Social Studies Education and my initial teaching certification for Social Studies in New York State (grades 7-12). Before that, I received Bachelor's degrees in History and Comparative Literature & Society at Columbia University (2020). Currently, in addition to Varsity Tutors, I work as a literature guide writer for LitCharts, a tutor at Wyzant, and an editor at Cambridge Proofreading & Editing Services. Before that, I was an online tutor through Chegg Tutors for five...

...at the creative arts with discipline. My philosophy is study early and from all angles, so that when the test comes, there's really no need to worry. From my conservatory actor training, I also hold many centering down techniques that can assist with test anxiety. I've always enjoyed studying, making it memorable with silly mnemonic devices, fun flashcards and color codes! My favorite subjects to tutor are English, U.S. History and Music or Dramatic arts.

...and Literature, high school English, writing, college essay writing, and French. Tutoring is a passion of mine because I think that learning can be an exciting and enriching experience for all students, whether or not they know it. It can be hard for some students to find a reason to be engaged in their education when they're in large classes, but tutoring offers a unique opportunity to cater to their individual learning style and to...

...I specialize in reading comprehension, language arts, and test prep, in addition to American Sign Language. I love everything from reading and writing to art and music. Being a creative person, although I loved learning, I found it hard to stay engaged with my work when it was taught in a standard way. Therefore, I hope to help my students stay interested in their studies by teaching them in an innovative and interactive manner. I'm...

...dual degree in math and subject-matter education with a minor in Statistics and Operations Research, as well as a concentration in Honors studies. I have had much previous experience in the tutoring field in my hometown and at my university, and I am a Level 1 Certified Tutor from the College Reading and Learning Association. My favorite thing about tutoring is being able to work with a student individually to enhance his or her knowledge...

My passion for teaching comes from my interests in different subjects. I love finding new ways to explain difficult concepts to students because it allows students to gain confidence in their work. ... I like to cater my teaching for students based on their individual needs, because I believe every student learns differently. For students who learn better through visual representations, I get a better student response when I draw out explanations, whereas auditory learners grasp...

...grad school, I taught middle school and high school English in Columbia, South Carolina for six years and middle school English in New Jersey for one year. I have also taught ISEE/SSAT prep. In addition to my teaching responsibilities, I served my school as both the yearbook sponsor and as the lead mock trial coach for my competitive middle school team. I enjoy working with students on polishing their writing so it is publication ready!

...questions that will guide you to the answer, ensuring that you can learn the material yourself as opposed to me telling it to you. I want to make sure you learn the concept not just a particular problem. Lastly, I like to make our sessions fun! This is a hard time and whatever subject you're taking is hard! Let's approach it in a lighter manner which always makes it easier to learn

My time in school has developed my philosophy of valuing each child and student as an individual, as well as part of a community. I aim to give children as many learning opportunities and experiences as possible in order to engage, motivate and prepare them for future life. An appropriate, balanced, challenging and creative curriculum is essential in developing children’s skills, knowledge and understanding. These all underpin personalized learning. ... I believe that to be most...

...I am the President of Delta Kappa Delta Sorority, Inc. that focuses on child abuse and is a non-profit organization. I have been tutoring since I was a freshman in high school for children from Pre-K all the way to eleventh grade. Having a vast background in learning centers such as Kumon and Score, they have given me the crucial skills and lessons that I carry on with every student I work with. Currently, I...

...hone my playwriting skills. I also work as an apprentice at a theater company currently in residence at the Metropolitan Museum. Eventually, I hope to get my MFA in playwriting and/or my PhD in American Studies. In my free time, I love to cook and read novels. I design each tutoring session to meet student needs, but you always can expect a compassionate and humorous yet progress-driven approach from me. I'll help you break academic...