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

...a particular subject. Improving one's mental skills is never a wasted endeavor; such skills continue to advance one's life long after tutoring has ceased by fostering new ideas and perspectives, improving interactions with others, stimulating conversations, and promoting on-the-job and daily life problem solving. I became a professional Tutor after several years as an Academic Writing Editor for undergraduate and graduate students. Since I began tutoring with Varsity in December of 2016, I have expanded...

...President and Co-Founder of the Stony Brook Book Club, I led weekly discussions and created a comfortable and intellectually stimulating environment. As a teaching assistant in the Massapequa Public Schools Summer Music Program, I taught students new skills and concepts while encouraging their continued growth. I believe that every student can find a book he enjoys and with the right practice, can express himself through writing. I love to read, bake, and scrapbook in my...

...I was tutoring freshmen college students and working as a student-teacher for the Communication and Media department. These experiences made me aware that I loved helping students develop strategies to succeed. As a result, I became a Teaching Assistant at a high school, for two years, guiding students through subject-based tests, state exams, college essays,job preparation and wilderness backpacking experiences. While I worked at the high school, I began working towards earning a Master of...

...as a teacher's assistant. My second year was in New York and that is how I ended up in the "Big Apple". Outside of work, I love to cook and eat tasty food (especially desserts). I love languages and will speak Spanish any chance I get. I studied Japanese 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....

...Columbia University. On the professional front, I have served editorial roles at Standard & Poor's, Encore Magazine, and Untitled. These experiences taught me the key role that written communication plays outside of academia, and the universal value of sharpening that skill. I believe that patience and empathy are essential to teaching. An educator needs the ability to understand the myriad difficulties faced by students, and the frustration that can come with it. Only then can...

...already an educator at a history museum and I have two educational internships (one at a science museum, and one at an art museum) under my belt. I also tutored middle schoolers throughout my undergraduate degree throughout all 4 years of high school. Because I specialise in museum education, I find that bringing together many subjects can be really beneficial. It helps make abstract concepts feel so much more real. And what's the point of...

...local elementary school and as a volleyball coach, which is when I first realized how much I enjoy providing instruction and a positive learning environment to people. Having just been through the college application and selection process myself, I am passionate about helping other people through what can be a rigorous and difficult time, which is why I enjoy tutoring the SAT and ACT. In addition to my studies, I am a member of the...

Purdue University - Data Science and Statistics. I enjoy helping others learn and making sure they're having fun while doing so.

...tutor with over 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...

...and I love to teach; I hope we can soon learn from each other! I believe in the potential of Dr. Carol Dweck's "growth mindset," and strongly feel that any student can succeed at what they really want--if they have access to the right tools. My goal is to help students find those tools so they can use them effectively and independently in the future. My primary experience has been in reading, writing, various kinds...

...guided collaboration are critical to both problem solving and teaching--and of course, that there is no greater teacher than trial and error! I love finding ways to help others make connections, develop strategies, and answer questions. A naturally curious spirit, I find that learning what makes people tick and how we can use it to resolve problems is a ongoing challenge and tireless adventure. I'm an avid (albeit still amateur) runner, sometime yogi, and constant...

...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 and expert grasp of the...

...experiences in education, I've developed a deeper understanding of what diversity means and have been able to build productive and valuable relationships with diverse students and peers. Additionally, my volunteer experiences in academic tutoring, youth mentoring, and college success coaching have resulted in valuable insight on the success of lessons based on results from student assessments that I evaluated, indicating my commitment to continued learning and growth. I truly believe that we are all lifelong...

I am a published novelist and a graduate of one of the most prestigious law schools in California. I have been a staff member on a presidential campaign, and I have been around the world. I am enthusiastic about learning, and about communicating my knowledge. I get along with almost everyone and I have outstanding morals, ethics and values.... I approach each individual and task in a specialized manner. I vary my approach in accordance with...

...philosophy. While at graduate school I have begun to tutor a number of students, many of whom I have now been working with for over a year. My greatest assets as a tutor lie in my mastery of the english language, skills in logic and conceptual organization, and versatile ability to explain to students complex ideas with which they find themselves frustrated and struggling. My goal is to restore students to a thoroughly self-sufficient status...

A battle-tested veteran of the New York private school circuit, I graduated college in 2013 and now teach German in DC. I lived in German-speaking Europe for many years, and I majored its language, culture and history. I fully understand the many competing demands on a modern student's schedule. My tutees and I therefore tailor-make lesson plans based on their personal strengths and areas for improvement in order to fully capitalize on our time together.

...they grasp new concepts. I enjoy using visual or real life examples to explain new concepts, especially for younger students. I believe doing practice problems is one of the most effective ways to learn as it allows students to figure out exactly which aspects of new concepts they might be struggling with so I can best help them. In addition to being a college student, I also enjoy baking, cooking, playing volleyball, and running. I...

I am an experienced tutor and teacher from Okinawa, Japan who recently graduated from Brown University and now lives in Brooklyn. I double-majored in economics and urban studies but most of my tutoring and independent teaching experience comes from high school math tutoring, teaching ESL to adults, and college application essay tutoring through Varsity Tutors. I was an ESL teacher for 4 years during undergrad, and also co-coordinated an adult ESL program in Providence, RI.

...and motivated to make our tutoring sessions productive, helpful, and fun! I just recently graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor's degree in English language and literature and a minor in professional writing. As a tutor at my university's writing center, I have experience editing and helping with writing, as well as college essays, applications, resumes, and cover letters. I look forward to helping you with anything reading, writing, editing, or otherwise!

...a one-on-one basis and feel that students learn best this way. I have been a tutor for over seven years now, both with a tutoring company (Sylvan Learning Center and Educational Services Center), as well as individually. I have tutored in English, writing, study skills, psychology, and math. I also have experience preparing students for the SSAT and the ISSE. Furthermore, I have prepared students for the verbal section of the SAT/ACT for the past...