Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...level. I've worked with a range of students from high-achieving undergraduates to students at pressure-cooker college preparatory schools to children with high-functioning Autism. My specialty subjects are History, English, Latin, essay-writing, exam preparation, and I have extensive experience preparing students for exam prep (PSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE to name a few) and university applications in the USA and the UK. I chose to go to graduate school and continue working in the field of education...

...a graduate of CUNY The City College of New York, with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and I am currently pursuing a masters degree in Civil Engineering at SUNY Buffalo University. I strongly believe that supporting future generations helps us invest in a brighter tomorrow. As a civil engineer, it has become my passion to help students unlock their potential in any ways I can. My approach to tutoring is to make challenging subjects...

...name is Thomas, I graduated from SUNY Purchase class of 2017, on the Dean's List. My degree was a Bachelors of Arts. I majored in History with a minor in Political Science. I am very passionate in my field of study. My focus was primarily on American and World History including Middle Eastern History, Ancient Chinese History, and Irish History. I have expanded on my course work by studying abroad in Italy to learn about...

I am a senior at New York University studying Interactive Media Arts with a minor in Computer Science and Math. I have a lot of experience with standardized tests, from ACT and SAT to AP Tests. I hope my knowledge of this subject matter can help prepare students for their future standardized tests!

...a recent law graduate and skilled at writing, editing, and reading comprehension. My mother was an educator who taught me different study skills and tricks for picking up reading, and I grew up helping my friends with their homework. I genuinely enjoy helping other people learn things they did not know before, and to gain confidence and competence in areas that previously challenged them. I believe that the most important attribute I possess that makes...

...a recent graduate of Reed College in Portland, Oregon. Upon graduating, I received a Bachelors Degree in Comparative Literature and Anthropology. Since graduating, I have tutored children from a variety of backgrounds across the world, from Queens, New York to the Paris region in France as part of the TAPIF program! I tutor English Literature, Essay Writing, French, Spanish, Social Studies and History. I can help you prepare for the AP English and Spanish Literature...

I am an undergraduate student on my path to pre-med. I love traveling and exploring new areas. I have been tutoring for a while but I am open to teaching many different subjects and would love to meet new students! Tutoring is a very rewarding job and I try to be as fun and accommodating as I possibly can!

...essential for success not only on the SAT but also in their academic endeavors. In addition to my specialization in SAT tutoring, I have been fortunate to teach high school history, focusing specifically on AP US History. This dual role has allowed me to foster a holistic understanding of students' academic needs and aspirations. By integrating my knowledge of historical events, themes, and analytical frameworks into my SAT instruction, I offer students a unique advantage....

...is Sheri Simmons. I am an author of over 25 books for myself and others. I also ghostwrite. I love Reading and Writing as well as teaching people the basic foundations of writing. I have a bachelor's Degree in Political Science, a Master's in Law, and a master's in mental health and wellness. I'm currently pursuing my PhD in Humanistic Psychology at Saybrook University. I was a debate and speech instructor for middle school students...

...the knowledge I have gained along the way. In this way, I learn as much from my clients as they do from me. In addition to going over the basics of good essay writing like organization, development of ideas, sentence and paragraph structure, use of vocabulary, etc., I also employ a system of "neutral questions" to help writers go deeper into their own ideas, synthesize their thoughts, and locate their own areas of deepest engagement....

...be a source of unwavering enthusiasm and motivation for my clients. The goals of my clients become mine, too, and I always try to support and cater to their unique circumstances, preferences, and objective. I am not just a tutor, but a mentor, too, and through fun, engaging activities and judgement-free support, I make sure to impart my love of learning to everybody whom I tutor. In my free time, I love hiking, exploring, playing...

Learning a programming language is like learning a language, practice is key. Example-driven learning is the best way to remember and perform in a subject.

...success and also take pride in their own efforts. Throughout my time in the classroom, I have quickly learned how to work with a variety of students of various age groups from middle to high school and even entering college. This includes tutoring before and after school for state exams and large tests, but also working on college application essays and supplements, not to mention weekly individual sessions with students who are struggling. Individual attention...

...a graduate of Townsend Harris High school with a focus on reading and mathematics in the field of business. The motto of Townsend Harris is "Ad Astra Per Aspera" which means "To the Stars through Hardships". I love this statement and I believe the best way to grow as people and as students is to learn through our difficulties and hardships. Moving from my personal beliefs, I engage in several community service projects every month...

My approach to teaching is focused on getting to know students, so that I can find ways to engage them in lessons. I tutor elementary school subjects and Spanish. I have a Masters Degree from NYU, where I created my own digital curriculum for students. Outside of academia I enjoy Yoga, cooking, and gardening.

...tutoring and helping students better understand their subjects. I bring a unique way of approaching the subject that is meant to keep the student engaged and learning ranter than forcing them to recite a bunch of uninteresting facts over and over. I tutor a wide variety of subjects that I'm personally and professional passionate about. I was a comparative literature/religious studies dual major in college so I'm very familiar with history, writing, and literature analysis....

...a current sophomore at Barnard College studying Biochemistry with a minor in Dance. I have previous tutoring experience in AP Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, for both high school and college age students. My personal teaching philosophy is to lead my sessions with a student-based approach. As a current student myself, I understand the frustrations that we can encounter when working to learn a new subject, and I am committed to working with students to help...

...to support you every step of the way. I'm passionate about staying active and spending time outdoors through sports, hiking, biking, and fitness. I also enjoy working on cars, which combines my interest in mechanics and hands-on problem-solving. In my downtime, I play both guitar and piano, and I find cooking to be a fun and creative outlet. Additionally, I have a strong interest in medical research, particularly in exploring innovative ways to improve health...

...high-needs BIPOC students, where I took on leadership and teaching roles. I was a team leader for the 9th grade English department, created department wide unit plans for a variety of texts, and taught both honors-level and special-needs students. I was a member of our school's Equity Committee and co-creator of a mentorship group for male-identifying students of color. During the 2020/2021 remote-learning school year, I utilized a variety of technologies, including Google Classroom, PearDeck,...

...an incoming freshman at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor studying environmental engineering and a potential minor in economics. I have 2+ years of tutoring experience in New York, tutoring middle school and high school students in Mathematics (K-12), SAT, PSAT, AP Exams (US History, World History, Environmental Science, Spanish, English Language). I am a very easygoing and patient person, and I understand that students need to learn their own way. I rarely give out the...