Award-Winning AP US History Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...these subjects with great clarity and focus as well. The one thing I stress to every student is that to completely comprehend subjects, one should not just memorize the steps to do the problems but rather embrace the concepts to learn the material inside out. As leisure, I watch a few T.V. shows that interest me and play video games. However, I mainly play sports such as basketball and volleyball and I’m very passionate about...

...degree. I have ten years of experience as a volunteer and private tutor to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students. I have tutored a variety of subjects ranging from math and science to standardized testing, but I especially enjoy tutoring in the areas of English, literature, and writing. I believe in creating a specialized tutoring plan to address the particular needs of my student. My emphasis is on creative (and hopefully fun) learning techniques that...

...professional experience as a math tutor in Richmond, Virginia. I also spent a summer in Nairobi, Kenya, teaching at an all-girls school. I greatly enjoy tutoring both history (and related social studies) and mathematics because I see them as two different ways of telling stories about the world in which we live. Tutoring history means building stories out of a collection of facts, a love of places, peoples, and cultures both near and far that...

...editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writing requirement at the University prior to matriculating, I was the first freshman tutor to be accepted into this selective program. The tutoring program involved a preliminary peer-tutor training course prior to beginning tutoring, in order to certify that I had the appropriate background to provide professional feedback to fellow students on their literary works...

...can easily demonstrate physics concepts to my students. For me, hearing "Oh, that makes so much more sense now!" from the students whom I tutor makes my job very rewarding because working with them to find the approach that best caters to their needs feels awesome. As a tutor, I always ensure that my students have a good qualitative understanding of the subjects they are struggling in before helping them with quantitative problems. For example,...

I am currently enrolled in Columbia University, pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering. I have a genuine passion for tutoring math and find great satisfaction in helping others understand and excel in the subject. My approach to tutoring revolves around tailoring my teaching methods to meet each student's individual needs. My ultimate objective is to empower my students to gain the necessary skills and confidence to independently tackle mathematical problems.

...a second language. Obviously I tutor writing, but I also love working with literature because I love stories and I love how different people experience those stories in different ways, which I feel also reflect my "teaching philosophy". Everyone understands things in different ways, but sometimes knowledge is presented in a way that is not easily understood. My job is to bridge that gap, so to speak. Outside of school, I I like reading, writing...

I am passionate about supporting students in reaching their academic goals and building the confidence they need to succeed. With my background teaching middle and high school, I bring patience, adaptability, and a student-centered approach to tutoring. I understand that each learner is unique, and I take pride in tailoring my instruction to meet individual needs. I use a student-centered approach to make learning and studying engaging and interesting...if not fun.

...tutoring foreign students English. I enjoyed tutoring fellow classmates all throughout high school especially in topics relating to STEM and standardized testing. Standardized test prep has always been a difficult part of the journey into college. I was able to persevere and learn how to tackle these exams, which I hope to be able to bring into my tutoring. Personally, I could not find an adequate tutor and had to learn how to master these...

...most important thing is for the student to walk away feeling encouraged, willing to take on challenges, and feeling equipped to take on those challenges in a meaningful way. Outside of academics I love to sing, play the piano, bake, and read fiction books. My passions for mental health, education, and music drive the extracurriculars I am involved with at Yale. When it comes to personal values, I believe in kindness, honesty, and strong interpersonal...

...teaching World History and AP U.S. History at the high school level and have had the opportunity to work as a curriculum planner for my school network. I bring a great deal of experience both in the classroom and out of it when it comes to content. My experience has not only allowed me to dive deep into the content you will need to study, but also find new and interesting ways to apply the...

...sure you have a solid mathematical toolkit. Writing: Master the art of expressing yourself with eloquence and finesse. From crafting compelling essays to polishing your grammar, I'll help you become a wordsmith extraordinaire. Economics: Dive into the fascinating world of supply, demand, and market equilibrium. Unravel the complexities of economics with ease and confidence. Government: Explore the intricate workings of political systems, institutions, and policies. Grasp the nuances of governance and develop a comprehensive understanding...

...knowledge to make a meaningful impact. My academic journey has been defined by a strong interest in social studies, history, and writingfields that have helped me build a solid foundation in analytical thinking, communication, and cultural awareness. In addition to my policy studies, I have cultivated a strong proficiency in Spanish over the last eight years. I am proud to be legally bilingual, a skill that not only enhances my ability to connect across cultures but...

...study geology, though I have a great amount of experience teaching and learning all STEM fields. Currently, I am starting my graduate school research early at Harvard. While I tutor many subjects, I am most passionate about Earth Science and writing. I find learning fun and interesting, especially if it is approached in ways that are tangible for students and involve thinking outside of the classroom. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, reading, writing,...

...time with the tech industry and some gap time in Japan and working back in NYC, I'm back at school at NYU, studying for a more general liberal arts degree. I'm great with standardized tests, SAT, PSAT, AP; if the College Board makes you sit in a room for it, I can probably help you out, and of course I have experience with New York's SHSAT. Most of my past tutoring experience was helping classmates...

...University of New York and LaGuardia Community College. I passionately engage with students while tailoring my teaching philosophy to their their needs and demands. Although I teach a range of subjects, I am passionate about teaching Math and Science to K-5 and middle school students, while also tutoring history, writing and government to students at all levels. With my prior experience with standardized and language exams, I can help students with GRE, TOEFL, IELTS and...

...passion for teaching have been involved in multiple paid and unpaid oppurtunites teaching mainly Math, English, Economics, and Science. I belive that no subject is too difficult for a student and with the right approach and dedication from the teacher any student can excel. A strong foundation in the core subjects is essential to reaching short and long term goals. One concept at a time I enjoy helping students gain mastery of a subject. In...

I'm a rising junior at Harvard College. I study African American Studies with a secondary in Women's Studies and I am pursuing a language citation in Spanish. I aspire to one day go to business school. When I am not doing work, I can typically be found reading, writing, or dancing.

...from Rutgers University with my Bachelor of Science in Biology. I have tutored children for approximately 5 years. During these years, I have helped my students become admitted into magnet pre-medical high schools and achieve above average scores in their standardized tests. My teaching specialties include English, Writing, Mathematics, and Science. I am a firm believer that every student has the potential to accomplish their academic goals; they just need to work hard and be...

...benchmarks of achievement, they may be of more value anyway. Compassion and patience, with recourse to humor, are certainly invaluable for a tutor. I have always been able to do well in academic settings and test-taking. Much of this success derives from long-hours devoted to assignments and preparation, but no small part owes to the way my mind learns. My mind is suited to books and the classroom, and this is a convenience for which...