Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...University of Rochester), and High School (Stuyvesant High School) level. Before that, I attended Binghamton studying history. I am available to tutor a wide-range of subjects including American, European, and World History, writing, and reading comprehension. My educational philosophy revolves around adapting myself and the material to the student and making the learning experience the most interesting and relevant for them. Beyond tutoring and teaching, I enjoy reading, biking, watching Formula One, and playing games.

...Fine Arts in Art Conservation; she enjoys both the quantitive side of science and the imaginative side of having history come alive through art, and art come alive through historical contexts. Though born and raised and still in NYC, Sherry loves traveling. Besides traveling, she loves reading, drawing, playing guitar, practicing yoga and a myriad of other things she can't think to type into a description box that is only a simulacrum of herself. Sherry...

My name is Sofia. Writing and researching is my thing. I am a social scientist with a media studies MA and 5 years of experience writing professionally anything from TV scrips to anthropological research reports. What do I teach? The foundations of sociology and linguistics: writing, research, social studies and history. I love long walks on the beach (it's actually nice) and horror movies.

...taken admissions and AP tests, I am happy to impart all the tips and tricks I learned from studying for them myself. For me, tutoring isn't just a way to raise my students' grades or test scores (though that is a big part of tutoring!), but also increase their self-confidence and love of learning. I aim to make my students feel better about themselves and where they are after every tutoring session.

...not know how to solve. Additionally, I always find that my students have the greatest level of success as I foster great tutor/student relationships. I set high expectations for my personal academic achievements and expect the same from my students. I often serve as a role model for my students. My experiences as a National AP Scholar, graduate of Columbia University with a Bachelors in Neuroscience, and my matriculation into a top 20 MD program...

...fits all standards or methods onto the student. My role instead is to help each individual student tap into their own unique greatness to hopefully ignite in each one of them the joy of being lifelong learners. I don't consider this just a job. I consider it a privilege to play a small part in helping to mold the future of tomorrow today. I am honored to be a part of this process. So let's begin!!

...received my Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Comparative Religion. I have several years of experience in tutoring a wide variety of subjects, including Algebra, Geometry, and Biology, but my favorite subjects to tutor are English, Social Studies, and History. I love the process of forming a personal bond with a student and helping them figure out the most effective ways for them to learn. I am passionate about education and am always trying to...

...tutor can tailor an individual strategy for each student that targets specific needs or areas for improvement. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you on improving your writing as well as instructing you in the social sciences, including all levels of US and European history. And when we're done with our session, I'd be happy to tell you more about my other passions - my family, baseball, and traveling.... The hallmark of a great...

...of NYU Drama and an avid learner. My goal in working with students is to cultivate a passion for the material, to contextualize the content, and to transfer that excitement into articulate conversations. For me, anything and everything is an opportunity to gain insight whether inside the classroom or out. I have always loved guiding people through material - whether in an art museum with my parents or in class with my friends. This passion...

...went on to Middlebury College, where I successfully juggled the rigors of academics and athletics by majoring in History, minoring in English and American Literatures, and playing on the men's basketball team. Since graduating in 2011, I've taught numerous ACT, SAT, AP US History and World History classes, and developed a teaching style that strives to maximize student outcomes. I also consult startups and nonprofits with their digital products, most recently in Lagos, Narobi, Paris,...

...currently a student at Gordon College in Massachusetts, majoring in History and minoring in Music (I sing and play the piano!). I am currently part of Teach for America's Ignite Fellows and tutor in reading. As of right now, I am taking steps to pursue teaching after graduation. I am deeply passionate about the value of education and how critical personal relationship are to that. Some subjects I particularly love are History and English/Writing.

...science, including Algebra, Data Analysis, and Programming (Python, Java, C++). My favorite subject to tutor is Algebra because I enjoy breaking down complex problems into manageable steps, helping students build confidence and realize that they can excel in math. My teaching philosophy is centered around empathy, patience, and adaptability. I believe that every student has a unique learning style, and my job as a tutor is to identify and support that style. I strive to create...

...Columbia University, studying political science and philosophy. I often like to joke that teaching runs in my blood I come from a family of teachers who instilled in me the passion to help others learn. Since I could grasp concepts I learned in school, I've always gone out of my way to help my fellow classmate. As I got older, that became formalized tutoring through school organizations and I eventually worked for the New York...

...Vincent. I have experience both as a classroom teacher and tutor. While I enjoy teaching a wide range of content and skills, I am most passionate about Social Studies and English Language Arts. I hope to inspire a new generation of learners and to impart enthusiasm and curiosity to my students through collaboration and meaningful engagement. I believe that every child is entitled to academic success. And most of all, I believe that learning can...

...A history enthusiast, I find joy in exploring the classics of Greek and Chinese cultures. Writing acts as the bridge between my linguistic pursuits and historical interests. As I embark on this tutoring journey, I am eager to impart the importance of language skills to kids. Through engaging lessons, I aim to instill a love for languages and the cultures associated with them. Writing is the vital skill that links these two subjects and projects...

...Asia and I have traveled to 25 countries. I love Geography and History. My teaching philosophy is to look at it not merely as a recitation of facts, but as a means of understanding 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...

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...

...you become. While I have not professionally tutored subjects other than Spanish, I have been known among teachers, professors, and peers as a master of the English language, the Spanish language, world history, and many other subjects. I have informally tutored friends in these areas on numerous occasions. I hope that my passion will be contagious to my tutees. Outside of academia, my interests and hobbies include hiking, swimming, tennis, reading, cooking, creative and academic...

...me have the potential to succeed they just need a helping hand to lead them. Not everyone learns the same way it's why teachers and professors in a classroom setting can be ineffective. No one is incapable of learning. I have a passion for History and Writing but, I also really enjoy teaching the LSAT. I used to struggle with it in the beginning and I eventually grew to love the test and in turn I...

...how negative numbers operated and so they were constantly tripping up in arithmetic). We achieved about a 90% pass rate in the course and a few students were able to graduate after passing since the math regents were holding them up. I believe in teaching students the skills they need to work independently. My motto is "if students can, they will" with the corollary "if they can't, it's my job to teach them how." I...