Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Smithtown, NY

...AP US and World History exams. I recently worked in coaching some of my peers struggling with writing to prepare acceptable Ph.D. and Dmin dissertations. I have also offered tutorials for students on how to write formal letters and reports. My style includes oral and visual demonstrations that include "free writing" of ideas concerning the main topic, then adding organization and structuring of the essay or report. In addition, I provide efficient lessons and exercises...

...important factors in learning. I try to build a positive and friendly rapport with students. I want to learn about the person that I am tutoring: their interests, hobbies, and goals. This helps me to make material relateable to them on an individual basis, and to help them hone the skills they need to meet their goals. Overall, I see myself as a fun and dedicated tutor. I see it as my mission to help...

...school all while continuing to tutor and mentor students in subjects like biology, chemistry, and test prep. As someone who's been through rigorous academic environments, I know how challenging and overwhelming school can feel at times. My approach to tutoring is patient, personalized, and goal-oriented I aim to meet students where they are, build their confidence, and help them understand difficult concepts in a way that clicks. Whether you're looking to improve your grades, prep...

...tutoring. I've been working with kids and teens since I was sixteen - tutoring, counseling at camps, and teaching a variety of subjects like English, History, and Theatre Arts. I've also helped students with AP courses like Language, Literature, Government, and US History. In college, I was known as the go-to tutor among my peers, covering a wide range of subjects. I'm thrilled to be part of Varsity Tutors now, where I can help students...

...to return that gift to students through tutoring. I started tutoring elementary school students when I was in high school, and I began advising other high school students for college test prep and applications as I was transitioning to Yale. I am now a sophomore at Yale University. For most of my high school career I attended Syosset Public High School, a National Blue Ribbon School in Long Island. In both academic settings I had...

...know they can easily tackle the next level in their school curriculum without feeling overwhelmed. Our sessions are light and jovial in tone, yet focused and deliberate in approach. I hold a B.A. in Economics from Emory University and a Masters degree and PhD coursework in Art History. When I am not working, I love to explore New York City and discover new things about it. Writing excites me, and I am working on a...

...academic goals. This passion was exemplified when I was tutoring 11 and 12 graders and they achieved top 10 national rankings . These subjects include history and social studies. I also help and maximize students' potential for exams such as the SSAT, ISEE and the HSPT.Overall my tutoring style and philosophy is to essentially cover all bases so that my students or myself won't be surprised by any "trick" questions.I always try to be fair,...

...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 and actively try to help my community. Tutoring is something I believe to be helping my community and I have tutored several middle school kids and have engaged in peer tutoring in my high school. While I tutor various subjects, my strengths are in mathematics and reading.

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.

...I have devised some games and assessment sheets and have prepared my own lessons. Through out my career, I have supervised pupils along the spectrum and integrated them into general classes. This opportunity has been particularly rewarding, enabling me to gain a broader perspective on experiences of primary school, give extra support and learn new behavior management strategies and allowed me to interact with and support students in a different range of abilities, lessons and activities...

I've been a professional tutor for the past ten years and a college instructor for the past four years. I have my masters degree in philosophy and hope to enroll in a PhD program in philosophy by Fall 2017. In my free time I enjoy stand-up comedy, strategy/RPG video games, and science fiction.... I believe that the goal of tutoring is to create life-long independent learners and that it is the tutor’s job to provide encouragement...

...Through these experiences, I have helped students of different ages and backgrounds develop stronger reading comprehension, writing skills, and confidence in their abilities. I specialize in tutoring English Language Arts, writing, and related 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...

...believe that I can help you take on your challenges and achieve your goals. I am an experienced baseball coach and ski instructor who has helped many students overcome their fears and perform at a higher level than they thought possible. I recently graduated from NYU where I took many writing and history courses, never receiving lower than a B+. I think I am the perfect person to help students break out of their shell...

...am studying computer science in the College of Engineering. I have been tutoring in all subjects since 9th grade, mostly computer science and mathematics and SAT. My teaching philosophy is based on hands-on learning, and the motto of 'practice makes perfection'. The more you face the problem head on and break it into smaller pieces, the easier the problem becomes to solve. In my spare time, I like to go outside on runs and play...

...each student where they are and guiding them forward with patience and insight. Over the years, I have worked with students of various ages and skill levels from middle school readers to college history majors and have developed a versatile approach that brings out the best in each learner. My experience in both one-on-one tutoring and classroom settings has reinforced my commitment to student-centered education, where understanding and inspiration go hand in hand.

...just are not getting the subject, above all, I understand a student's individual needs to best know how as a tutor, I can best help them reach their goals. I graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a bachelors degree in Literature and have lived in New York just over a year. My interests include art, writing, and technology; I especially love it when the three come together. I am an avid reader...

...I especially love helping people to appreciate the beauty of the universe we live in through math, physics and astronomy! Aside from science I also love history, reading, going on walks, drawing, listening to music, and watching films. I enjoy taking drives to the beach and stargazing as well! I also love to spend time with my dog and two cats. I am looking forward to working with you, and as Albert Einstein said: "Most...

...same results. School just never came naturally for me, and I often felt incompetent, unmotivated and embarrassed to ask for help. Thankfully, I had wonderful teachers, mentors, and tutors along the way that helped me master the strategies and techniques that worked best for my studies and inspired me to love learning. I became increasingly confident throughout the years, eventually earning a spot at my dream college and currently pursuing a career that I'm truly...

...looking to help students find the best learning and studying methods that work for them on an individual level! I love reading and especially history. As a student who struggled in math, I also love to work with students to develop strategies that work best for them! It is my genuine belief that everyone can be a lifelong learner if they are supported in their journey to understand their personal learning style!... My teaching philosophy is...

...I am passionate about helping students succeed, and I am patient and enjoy walking through multiple methods to help a student find what works best for them. I enjoy helping students reach their potential. While I tutor a range of subjects, I am most interested in and best equipped to tutor students in SAT prep (math, English, and test-taking strategies), history, economics, and statistics. In my spare time, I am likely watching baseball, playing basketball,...