Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Long Island City, NY

...various industries. Furthermore, over the years I was also able to mentor individuals from different backgrounds and ages; i.e. classmates, referrals and colleagues helping them achieve their objectives. I always found it rewarding to see faces shine during Aha moments of understanding and eventually see many of them improve their scores/performance. With regards to learning,...

...and obtain a degree at St. John's University. I received a Masters of Science in Literacy and Mental Health Counseling. Throughout my master's education, I have been teaching students at a New York City Public School. I currently have been teaching 1st grade. Also, I have been privately tutoring students within the borough of Queens....

...work at a non-profit in New York City and I believe the best way to demonstrate your command over a subject is to be able to successfully communicate and teach that information to someone else. My hobbies and interests include global public health, research, traveling to different countries, running long distances, baking, and spending time...

...the students on their workshop problems that they were assigned. Lastly, as a Recitation Mentor, I was a Teacher's Assistant for a Pre-Calculus recitation section. I prepared and led my own lessons, graded homework, quizzes, and exams. I also held office hours and tutoring and review sessions for my students that needed the extra help....

...experiences include educating adults preparing for licensing and certification in various medical fields, including Phlebotomy, EKG monitoring, Certified Nursing Aide, and Patient Care Technicians. I also have experience educating children in middle school and high school in science, math, ESL and Spanish. I look forward to working with you and helping you reach your academic...

...and video art pieces, and freelanced on independent documentary projects. I have worked on television shows for Major League Baseball Productions, produced content for activist groups, and programmed for UnionDocs, a microcinema in New York. More recently, I've coordinated and facilitated retreats for emerging adults, focusing on personal growth skills and political education. I tutor...

...Biomedical Sciences. I am currently working towards a doctorate in medicine from New Jersey Medical School. Throughout high school, college, and graduate school, I have tutored students ranging in age from elementary school to college freshmen in a variety of subjects particularly math and science. My favorite subject to tutor is math because it is...

...American History, Calculus, and Astronomy extensively. My areas of tutoring expertise include SAT test prep in all three sections (math, writing, and critical reading), PSAT test prep, US History, high school Algebra, Public Speaking, and Essay Writing. I particularly enjoy helping students hone their writing skills, guiding them to uncover a more personalized style within...

...to the student. Whether its math, physics, chemistry, psychology, astronomy, reading or creative writing, I've experienced the ups and downs in these fields of thought and at this point I've assimilated a great deal of information. I know the feeling of hunger when I don't get some concept, and I also know that satisfying feeling...

...take someone with an attitude of the topic being too hard to being confident enough to approach any challenge. I love showing how a deeper understanding can translate to being able to adapt to any situation you encounter on the test. This approach served me well as both an undergraduate and graduate teaching assistant. This...

...variety of ways to adapt to the different learning styles that each of my former students had. In addition, I possessed an aptitude for improving my students’ reading comprehension skills, grammar, and, most importantly, abilities to understand the patterns of questioning that the College Board uses in its Writing and Critical Reading sections. My belief...

Hi, my name is Alyssa. I have been teaching and tutoring for approximately 2 1/2 years. I specialize in Reading, Language Arts, Writing, and standardized test prep. I have three New Jersey teaching certifications. ... While a student's academic ability and effort that they put into schoolwork is based on how much they care about their own education, the type of teacher that they have can make or break their desire to succeed. Whenever I think...

...to be difficult because of their lack of understanding in the fundamental concepts which build up to these difficult problems. Math can be a fun subject once the understanding is there, and that is one of the things I strive to help the students see. In order to fully grasp the material present in the...

...the process of launching a small business. So in my spare time, I want to continue connecting to students by tutoring various subjects from math to English to test prep. As for test prep, I believe that most standardized tests don't test your ability in their stated subjects as much as they do your ability...

...I spend most of my time doing volunteer work, private tutoring 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...

...changed my life and fostered my love of learning, and I knew from that moment forward that I wanted to have that same impact on students. My favorite teaching experiences have been working one-on-one with students who need extra help to master a particular skill. There is no greater joy than when a struggling student...

...to explain things in a way that is easy to understand and relatable. I love to travel and have lived in both the US and Asia for extended periods of time so I have experience interacting with people of all races and cultures. My other hobbies include basketball, trying new foods, and a little bit...

...explained math better than their teachers and it was a great feeling. I pursued my degree in Secondary Mathematics and taught Junior High School math when I was certified. While pursuing my degree in teaching students with learning disabilities, I co-taught the first grade at a Montessori school. Currently I work for a private company...

I am a motivated and dedicated student who is looking to help similar-minded students achieve their academic goals.... I believe that patience and understanding is the key to teaching students. One can never rush learning, as students need to have a solid foundation before learning new concepts.... I would figure out what kind of learner they are and how best to help them achieve their goals, in addition to finding out how much they already know.

...and in groups, adapting teaching methods to meet students' varying needs and interests. I tutor in all subject areas- specializing in ages 2-8. I have been trained in Wilson Learning and Orton Gillingham. I have come to realize how important education is for the guidance of young children. I hope to establish an atmosphere of...