Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving Manhattan, NY

...my two brothers (one older, one younger) - I graduated from Princeton University in 2014 with a degree in History of Science and Global Health Policy - I tutored throughout high school and college, working with students elementary - high school on general homework help and exam prep. In college, I tutored students in test prep for the PSAT and SAT, and I worked as college admissions consultant, editing student essays and working with students...

...and writing. I deeply believe in the importance of the scientific method, as well the impact of voice through words, and hope to give others the gift of expressing themselves elegantly and powerfully, whether in an academic or personal sense. I work to solve problems through a creative lens, so students can learn that there is not always just one way to work through difficult concepts, but that there is also an art to learning...

...most important attribute I possess that makes me a great tutor is my open-mindedness. I understand on a personal level that different people have different learning styles, strengths, etc., and that often problems can be solved and concepts may be grasped just by looking at them from another perspective. I have experience working with students of varying age groups. I also have some experience assisting high school-aged students with college admissions essays and other writing...

...a Bachelor's degree in History, and will be graduating with a Master's in History from Rutgers University in January 2020, where I currently hold a 4.0 GPA. I have been tutoring in both History/Social Studies and English/Language Arts for the past 4 years, and I think that my popularity with my clients is a result of my enthusiasm and my patience and ability to tailor my teaching style and methods to my clients' needs. I...

...NYC Teachers for Charter Schools; the founder and director of Scribe Writing Coaching; a graduate of Stuyvesant High School, the premier specialized high school in New York City; and have held 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...

...of hard work they spent doing what others do in minutes, the discrimination they faced from peers and teachers who mistook their inability as an unwillingness to learn, and the importance of support in their success stories. After college, I spent one year in India on a Fulbright Fellowship teaching English to 6th to 8th grade students at a school for underserved girls. I struggled a lot as a teacher in this environment. I had...

...subjects. Since graduating from Princeton, I have moved to Manhattan where I have started a job as an analyst at a private equity firm. I tutored professionally in Princeton for three years, and am excited to continue working with students as a Varsity Tutors tutor. I have experience tutoring elementary school math, Algebra, Algebra II/Pre-calc, English literature, writing (esp. essay editing), Biology (including AP), Chemistry (including accelerated and AP), SAT, and French (through French III)....

...fire that will help them excel. I am a playwright/director living in Manhattan, and work as Professor of Theatre and Film at Long Island University's Post campus, where I teach playwriting, directing, film history, introduction to drama, and professional skills for actors. I am also the Director of Graduate Studies, running the M.F.A. in Theatre program. I also recruit both undergraduate and graduate students for the theatre program. In the process, I read dozens of...

...was Discrete Mathematics taught by professor Jordan Ellenberg. Professor Ellenberg just published a great book that covers many of the topics from that class called "How Not to Be Wrong: The Power of Mathematical Thinking"! Back in Los Angeles, I worked as a tutor and coached a high school wrestling team. As a tutor, I spent a lot of time working with high school students working on Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, PreCalc, Chemistry, Psychology, and...

...honor in the service of inspiring people to chase their dreams, and helping in whatever practical way to achieve those dreams. I am a 2014 Graduate of The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Political Science. I am a member of the National Political Science Honor Society and The International Economics Honor Society. During my time in college, I served as the President of the Inter-Greek Council,...

...the best, most accessible way for every student to learn. A student's confidence and trust in their education is vital to the learning process, and also something I take into consideration with every student. When I am not tutoring or in class you can find me reading in one of the comfortable chairs in the library, at yoga, or maybe catching up on my favorite Netflix series. I look forward to working with your scholar...

...in the History and Culture program at Drew University. I also hold Master's and Bachelor's degrees in History. I have taught at both the college and high school level, and I would be happy to bring that expertise to helping you or your student. In addition, I have published work in both academic journals and popular magazines and have worked in the editorial field. Improving writing is a specialty of mine. In my spare time,...

I am determined to help your student succeed! I have a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and experience tutoring in the areas of math, science, and test prep. I am qualified to tutor PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP, LSAT, and the GRE. I am extremely well-rounded and eager to help.... Every student should be treated on an individual basis because no two students learn exactly the same way.... I can ask the student questions to make sure...

...short stories as part of my Senior Thesis. Through an official non-profit that I was a part of starting, I have experience tutoring and mentoring children in Newark, New Jersey. Through the non-profit, we met with students twice a week after school to help them with their school work as well as to teach them other life skills. As an assistant supervisor for North Brunswick Township Department of Parks and Recreational Services, I have worked...

...basis. I also set up motivational programs for my students to be carried out during our sessions and in their general education classrooms. By teaming up with parents and teachers, I help each one of my students stay organized and motivated to do well in school. During my small group instruction sessions, I help my students by using games and songs to study pertinent information. I am patient, organized, and have a great amount of...

...offers as a teaching/learning tool. I believe that learning is an exchange of ideas and knowledge, and that both teacher and student must be fully engaged in the process for it to be effective. An effective educator listens and learns with the student, and encourages dialogue and inquiry. I love to give positive reinforcement and receive feedback, and every student who crosses my path knows that my goal is to support their learning efforts and...

...Social Studies and Language Arts since 2007. I began teaching at the secondary level at the time I decided to pursue a Master's in History. I had been working in Sales for a good part of my adult life, harboring a dream to go back to school and to write about my passion. I have been fortunate to have accomplished that goal and to have been able to engage in the classroom on a regular...

...writing by improving their skills and confidence in this area particularly by engaging their interests. Another aspect I love about tutoring, is working with students who have learning differences and other special needs. I myself have struggled throughout my life with learning differences so I understand on a personal level both the challenges and triumphs students with learning differences go through. I also enjoy serving as a mentor to students with learning differences and sharing...

...and researching early childhood behavior in Chinese preschools (Qingdao University). Subsequently, I spent one semester in Hong Kong engaging in a cross-cultural social psychology exchange program (Lingnan University). I am excited to work with students on subjects of my expertise: English, reading, writing, verbal SATS, regents exams, and Chinese Mandarin. I have served as a tutor to students of all ages, from kindergarten to first-year college students. What makes me a great tutor is my...

...experience as a tutor for Binghamton's Student-Athlete Success Center where I taught History. I have developed my communication and leadership skills over many years working in Emergency Medical Services and as a Resident Assistant. As a teacher, I consider myself to be "A Guide on the Side, and not a Sage on the Stage." My role is to help my students generate answers and ideas on their own, as well as refining these ideas. I...