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

...from Reed College this May and feel excited to pass my educational passion to elementary school, middle school, and high school students! I am passionate about tutoring Mandarin Chinese, history, anthropology, writing, etc., because my educational and cultural experience in the U.S. as a Chinese national has cultivated my enthusiasm with cross-cultural studies, especially in an educational context. My senior thesis in college explored the postwar history of Chinese students in the U.S. and their...

...a math teacher is to connect the abstract world of mathematics to real-life applications. I believe that by demonstrating the practical relevance of mathematical concepts, students are more likely to become enthusiastic learners. Whether it's solving real-world problems, exploring mathematical patterns in nature, or understanding the role of math in various professions, I aim to show students how mathematics is a fundamental part of our daily lives. In addition to my passion for teaching, I...

...a recent graduate of Stanford University who recently moved to Brooklyn. I studied Political Science, and I have a passion for politics, government and history. As I take some time to prepare for exams for graduate school, I am seeking tutoring opportunities for students who need some extra assistance with the major standardized tests necessary for college acceptance, including the SAT and ACT; any government, politics or history-related courses or standardized tests; or any English...

...from Yale University in May with a major in Literature, and currently work as a high school English teacher. My thesis explored the use of mise en abyme, a post-modern literary device, in graphic novels. My six years of work as an outdoor instructor in Vermont have nurtured my passion for experiential education, which I have completed through my work as a writing and French tutor. I have extensive experience editing college essays and helping...

I believe that anyone can succeed in pursuing their goals. I aim to help students gain confidence as they broaden their portfolio of skills and increase their ability to help themselves.... My goal is to empower the student to leverage their strengths and support the student in mastering new learning skills and problem-solving strategies... Get a sense of the student's personality, learning style, and comfort zone, while assessing the student's short- and long-term priorities. Then, we...

...to add on more complex theories or work, they get flustered. I want to ensure that the students are comfortable enough with the fundamentals, so they can apply these topics in more rigorous classes and succeed in the future. During the summer or the free time aside from school, I love to hang out with my friends and go on spontaneous adventures, watch/play sports, and find great tv shows to binge watch.

I enjoy being able to get the "ah ha!" moment with students and people I help tutor! I am very passionate about Psychology and it is my major within Kean University!

...is Samuel Davidson (He Him His), I am a 21 year old History Major enrolled at Oberlin College from Westchester New York. During my time in highschool I had a lot of trouble learning from tutors because information was often displayed in terms of lists to be memorized. I find that the best way to tutor is not through memorization, but through helping the client to understand the core concept and how these concepts relate...

...knew (always a surprising amount), what worked for them, and then coming up with improved ways of merging those effective strategies (at writing an essay with a thesis statement, for instance) with what were time-tested and worked well for me. As a tutor for standardized tests, I do the same, but also draw upon specific literary-minded questions that I asked on a routine basis as an Instructor of World Literature. The one I think is...

...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, and editing (I've been published several times over as both head author and editor) and its something that I truly love...

...a graduate of Montclair State University with honors. I received my Bachelor of Arts in History. I also attended the College of New Jersey for my graduate degree in Educational Leadership, with a 4.0 grade point average. Since graduation, I have been teaching high school World and American History of all levels from inclusion to Advanced Placement. I have also taught Economics. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about...

...currently working towards my Master's degree in Public Media at Fordham University. I graduated from Fordham undergraduate with a dual degree, in Art History and Economics. I've been tutoring since high school in a variety of subjects, but am most passionate about English, Literature, History, and Art History. Outside school, I love to read (anything and everything really - but with a deep love for sci-fi and fantasy!), practice yoga, go for long walks in...

I am a high school math teacher in a private school in Brooklyn, NY. I have a true passion for math and genuinely enjoy helping students. I have been tutoring for two years on a part time basis. I have a flexible schedule and want to see my students reach their academic goals.

...to clearly and concisely convey information is crucial to achievement well beyond the classroom. I love helping people hone confident writing and communication skills. I graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Journalism. I am passionate about writing and language, and I continue to write professionally. My work has been featured on Longform.org, a website that curates the best of national magazine journalism. I spent four years working in Asia and...

...of subjects to offer, I most enjoy tutoring Language, History, Social Studies and Literature, as these subjects are closest to my own academic pursuits and interests. Coming from a liberal arts background I believe that education can not only help one realize their future ambitions and goals, but must help to enrich one's life inside and outside the classroom. In my free time I enjoy acting, playing guitar, writing music, painting and writing, which are...

...a law student at Columbia Law School. I love conversing with interesting students and learning from them. That's why I love being a tutor! I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2015 with degrees in Economics and Political Science. I spent most of 2015-2016 travelling around the world. I have been to over twenty countries and four continents. My goal is to visit as many as I can! I am willing to tutor a...

I am a Brooklyn-based Oberlin College graduate and currently work as an assistant teacher at The Churchill School and Center. I studied English and Creative Writing and teach 8th grade English. I love reading and writing fiction and essays and enjoy sharing my love of literature with students!

...a graduate of Fordham University where I earned a Bachelor's degree with a major in History. In particular, I focused my energies on the study of American History. I have tutored as a part of the National Honor Society on topics such as AP Literature, AP American History, AP American Government, and the SAT. I am incredibly passionate about History and Literature and could easily discuss these topics for hours on end. I truly believe...

Hello, my name is Sahil Kapoor. I am a Sophomore at Cornell University. I would love to help and teach students my learning strategies that has helped me become valedictorian of my school, get a perfect math SAT score, and have above a 3.5 GPA in college.

...approach to these subjects is unique because I strive for knowledge and practical capability. Fluency in a language or expertise in a field of history is not about scoring a certain number on a test or memorizing a precise number of facts and words; it is the ability to use what you know to think critically and creatively to solve problems. From this approach, I identify what each individual student needs to succeed and help...