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

I'm a rising sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania studying neuroscience. In high school , I was an Honors/AP student with a 5.3 GPA, and I've always been passionate about both learning and helping others succeed academically. I tutor in high school algebra, calculus, AP classes such as AP Environmental...

...cultures and politics different from our own. I have taught people from age 4 to 40, in one-on-one, small group and large classroom settings. I spent a year in Taiwan as an ESL teacher. I enjoy students of all ages, but there's a special place in my heart for early readers. I am a proponent of the Words Their Way approach to Reading Comprehension. There is something uniquely wonderful about helping someone learn to read.

...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 to really think about things the way they are instead of the way we are told they should be. I believe that everyone has the potential to...

...math. As a tutor, I make it my priority to focus on each specific problem while also making sure that the student understands the broader concepts as a whole. In high school I tutored my sports teammates as well as younger students who needed assistance editing and workshopping essays. I am currently enrolled as an applied accounting and finance major at the Fordham Gabelli School of Business where I'm taking business statistics and calculus classes...

...legal industry for 15 years, and currently provide contract services to companies upgrading their computer systems. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about acting and writing. People are more creative and expressive than they give themselves credit for, and I love helping a student of any age discover that they do, in fact, have what it takes for acting, public speaking, writing, or any other form of creative expression....

...enough to continue doing it. With a background in the sciences and mathematics, and a graduate degree in philosophy I'm incredibly well-rounded in terms of what I'm capable of teaching and moreover, have a generally positive pedagogical approach to everything; I really do love teaching. Even fields in which I have little experience become a contest with myself to master solely for the sake of helping a student. I have extensive experience in reading, writing,...

...Community College, and the University of Florida) as well as the high school level (Metropolitan High School, the Bronx). My experience has been both deep and diverse. At the university level I have taught a wide variety of courses on film, media, and composition, including Film Analysis, Writing Through Media, Rhetoric and Academic Research, and Expository Writing. Some of these courses were of my own design, while others were discussion sections for larger lecture courses...

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...

...to tutor students in business courses. In addition, I am competent in tutoring for English courses having taken AP exams and thoroughly enjoy dissecting texts. As I've been enthralled by reading, it has lead me to also become a proficient writer. I've been writing articles, songs, and poems for some time and find writing to be one of my major strengths. Having worked in the music industry and studied music history while in college, I...

...goal was encouraged all my life; thus, I am accustomed to studying hard on top of participating in countless extra-curricular activities. I graduated highs school and received a diploma from the extremely rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) program, and began attending an Ivy League college, the University of Pennsylvania, in 2016. With all this said, I am confident that I will be able to teach clients effective ways to solve any problems they have. As a...

As a psychology major, I focus on the development of the mind and its connection to the emotions that we use to learn. Understanding the process of learning from a psychological perspective gives me an advantage in my ablility to tutor. I am able to identify where each student meets their challenges, to then apply the best accurate teaching techniques to help them achieve their highest potential academic goal.

...experience in speech writing, corporate writing, copywriting for brands and writing for television. Growing up, my favorite time was spent leading school clubs and I mostly enjoyed mathematics, history and literature. I believe that learning is about learning how you best interpret ideas. My goal is to help you find a nonchalant relationship with your passion and talent so that you can take on any subject. I was admitted to 10/11 elite colleges to which...

...a 2200. My biggest takeaway was the way I learn and retain information. I believe what makes me unique as a teacher is that I take the time to understand the needs of my students, work with them to come with a learning strategy that works for them, and create a measurable objective to work towards. The most daunting goal can be obtained with the right planning and cooperation. By showing the students that I...

...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 all its forms. I believe that strong reading and writing skills are not just essential for academic success but also for self-expression and understanding the world. My goal...

...but I soon learned how awesome it was to have someone there to help me understand things better and boost my confidence. Now, I love being that person for others! I've tutored in subjects like reading, math, science, and even helped students get ready for the ACT. I've also spent the past year tutoring for the LSAT. I know learning can feel tough sometimes, but I'm here to make it easier and fun! I can't...

...Psychology, Statistics, French, Russian, English Language and Literature, and exam preparation (SAT, ACT, AP and GRE). My favorite topics to tutor in are Biology and Environmental Science, since I love sharing my interest in the science and using it to help students better understand and enjoy these exciting fields. My teaching philosophy is best summarized as "show not tell" -- I find that guiding students such that they can arrive at the answers themselves, rather...

...philosophy of knowledge, and literary theory, but I have experience in tutoring high school math and English as well. I like to work with students who are engaged and like to create their own path of learning, whatever their level is to begin with. I often adapt my curriculum to help them develop their interests and style of learning. When not engaged with my studies and writing, I like to dance, attend theatres (which is...

...Theater at a conservatory, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of California, San Diego and received a BA in Music. While at UC San Diego, I earned a minor in Theater as well as studied Marine Science and Oceanography as a hobby. I believe in looking at academia creatively and looking at the creative arts with discipline. My philosophy is study early and from all angles, so that when the test comes, there's really...

...a researcher in the biomedical field with my B.S in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University. With several years of tutoring experience under my belt, and a long journey of figuring out my own techniques for studying and retaining vital classroom knowledge, I have a tool belt ready of methods to succeed in the classroom. Additionally, I have worked with students on all sides of the learning/comprehension spectrum and will help your child gain the confidence...

...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 proficiency and teaching style can effectively assist students in achieving...