Gregory
Certified Tutor
...a variety of courses such as ESL (beginner, intermediate, advanced), ELA, Global Studies 9 and 10, U.S. History, U.S. History Regents Prep, and SAT Critical Reading Prep. I enjoy tutoring the content of U.S. History and Global Studies because as a former high school AP student the subjects always fascinated me, and I take pleasure...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration (Marketing)
Master of Science, TESOL
Mitsy
Certified Tutor
...lot of analogies and stories in order to make the information relevant. I also specialize in connecting with all people--regardless of age--on their level, which makes teaching and tutoring a lot of fun for both of us. I am CELTA certified, and have learned the appropriate pedagogical techniques to work one-on-one with people. I applied...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
PHD, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 34
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 700
Gabby
Certified Tutor
...30 countries. My travels have only deepened my devotion to learning and knowledge sharing. I attended a rigorous college prep high school where only AP courses were offered; therefore, I have experience with college essay writing, studying for multiple AP tests, and general AP test structure. I am passionate about English, Literature, History, and Math....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Lucy
Certified Tutor
...to pass on the material I've learned to other students! Since I came to the sciences a little later in life, I learned a lot of helpful tools and tricks to make these subjects more accessible and easier to remember. I myself am a visual learner, so I love to incorporate the use of drawings,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
Certificate, Post-Bacc Pre-med
Christina
Certified Tutor
...grade levels 2 through 4. I’ve also worked with children ages three to five in a Sunday School setting, facilitating and providing crafts and activities; as well as serving as a teacher’s assistant at a daycare center during my high school years. Having worked in these settings, I have grown to become more patient and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Film&Media Studies
Masters in Education, Early Childhood//Special Education
Eugene
Certified Tutor
...also allows students to break the problem into smaller steps and solve it in a way that is easier for them. This is the same strategy I use in my own classes and to solve technical problems at work. In my spare time I enjoy playing video games, reading and exercise. I am extremely fascinated...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 730
Vella
Certified Tutor
...my Master of Arts in History with a focus on Latin America and completing a master's thesis on cultural reforms in post-revolutionary Cuba. I love learning about the past so I read a lot of history and look for hands on experience like participating in an archaeological dig in my native Bulgaria or doing archival...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish and Latin American Literatures and Cultures
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 790
GRE Verbal: 165
Sara
Certified Tutor
...Creative Writing from Brooklyn College and my MFA in Creative Writing (Poetry) from CUNY Hunter College. I am a great tutor because I am a strong writer and researcher, and I am good at communicating with students to help them understand and incorporate the skills necessary to do well in these areas. I currently am...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing (poetry)
Sam
Certified Tutor
...my students. I have vast experience tutoring children and adults between the ages of 6-25 from basic Algebra to Calculus II. I provide a calendar with specific test dates to help students become more organized. I create tests based on questions which the students struggle answering. I create detailed study guides for every section that...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Math
Sherri
Certified Tutor
...and teaching in public schools in New York City, but have also traveled as far as Thailand to follow my passion. I am a firm believer in the fact that every child can learn and that helping each child to do so is a combination team effort including himself and the educators and care takers...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Math Education
Master of Arts, Math Education
Tricia
Certified Tutor
...passion is working with children, and in September 2014, I began working as a Teacher Assistant at PS 40 in Manhattan. I work closely with small groups of students who need extra reinforcement and academic support as well as with gifted students who prefer an extra challenge. During the afternoon, I tutor high school students,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Communications
Masters, Mental Health Counseling
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 740
SAT Writing: 760
Yoshika
Certified Tutor
...I wanted a more hands on approach. Now I work at a special needs high school as a paraprofessional. This job has allowed me to interact with a range of students, including those with Autism, ADD, moderate OCD, as well as students who are physically challenged. In the near future I am looking to return...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Sarah
Certified Tutor
...director of IntegrateNYC4me. As a teacher, I work to support students in expanding their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, and I support teachers in creating curriculum that is accessible and engaging for students across cultures, abilities, skill levels, and interests. As the director of IntegrateNYC4me, I work to transform NYC public schools into a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociocultural Anthropology
Master of Arts, TESOL K-12
GRE Verbal: 163
Ezra
Certified Tutor
...enjoy this work because I find the subjects interesting and enjoy helping students succeed at something and develop confidence. My professional interests include economics, finance, value investing, venture investing, derivatives trading, and commercial real estate. In addition to my academic and professional interests, I enjoy art, film, poker, technology, muay thai kickboxing and basketball.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Juris Doctor, Law
LSAT: 170
Imran
Certified Tutor
...comprehension, and writing composition. My favorite subjects to teach is physics because many students view it as a hard science, but after tutoring, they feel it to be much more intuitive than they initially believed. I believe that patience is the most important quality during tutoring. I will take any measure needed to ensure my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
SAT Math: 740
Stephanie
Certified Tutor
...editing and writing jobs with various publications and organizations. I am uniquely qualified to tutor high school and middle school students in the language arts disciplines, and I specialize in tutoring the Writing and Language portion of the SAT I; SAT II Writing; AP English Language and Composition; AP English Literature and Composition; and general...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English and Philosophy
Masters, Counseling Psychology with a specialization in school counseling
Sheyna
Certified Tutor
...but I realized to be a better counselor I should have some experience in the classroom. This epiphany led me to New York City to be a teaching assistant with Blue Engine in Algebra and Geometry for two years. After my two years, I became a New York City Teaching Fellow. I taught Geometry and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology and Sociology
Master of Arts, Special Education Generalist
Moussa
Certified Tutor
...beauty, complexity and diversity of usage. That's the reason why after earning a B.A in French Language and Civilization, I decided to make a career of it by pursing a Master's degree in French Education. Moreover, as someone who speaks five languages and learned both French and English as second languages, I am aware of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, French
Masters, Education (French 7- 12 grades)
Angela
Certified Tutor
...and New Jersey. In addition to teaching, I have traveled throughout the world and have volunteered with a global humanitarian organization. I have seen first hand how a good education can uplift and change people's lives for the better. In my spare time I like to play music, read, travel and spend time with my...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music, English Literature
Masters, Music Education
Christopher
Certified Tutor
...popular culture to create a dynamic classroom environment. This also involves equipping them with the right strategies to access complicated texts, or helping them internalize the steps to break down a complex math problem. Above all, I have aspired to create an accepting and positive environment, so all students feel like they have a stake...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Special Education
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