Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Mount Vernon, NY

...math problems as interesting puzzles and I hope to impart that sense to my students. I also believe that there is too much emphasis on speed in calculation or solution. I like to emphasize the importance of logic and understanding rather than speed or rote memorization. I have found that students who never liked math before can often become much more positive and accomplished when this approach is used. I left my career in law...

...teaching someone else. The rest of my time was spent participating in study groups, where colleagues and I would teach each other. From my previous experience as a student and as a tutor, I have learned that understanding a subject depends greatly on how the material is presented. That is why it is important for me to be able to adapt to the student's preferred teaching style or one that they are most comfortable with....

...tutoring since she was in high school. She loves to tutor math especially the middle school age level. Her experience in tutoring have included elementary math all the way up to Pre- Calculus and Reading. She loves to understand what the student is struggling in and why it is happening. With achieving more of an understanding about the student she can find the best option in order to help that student achieve their goals.... My teaching...

...skills. Since I am bilingual I love to work with students that want to learn another language and I know the challenges that come with it since I had to learn a new language too. I believe that creativity is important in learning, and the simpler you look at things the easier it is to learn. I love to travel and to learn new things from other cultures and in my spare time I enjoy...

...has vastly different needs; therefore, I try to always teach in a way that specifically caters to each individual's specific needs. I strongly believe that a good education is key to a happy and successful life. Oftentimes, students just need the right person with the right teaching style for that education to be a fun, easy process. In my free time, I enjoy reading, working out, word and number games, and spending time with my...

...Rochester and Eastman School of Music. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and a Bachelor of Music in Bassoon Performance and Music Education. After completing my undergraduate degrees, I attended the Yale School of Music, where I received a Master of Music in Bassoon Performance. Since graduation, I have tutored mathematics with a private tutoring company, specializing in SAT and ACT test prep. My goal as a tutor is to help my students...

...their class performance. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized test, whether that be the SAT or the LSAT. Especially with regard to the SAT Math, I love helping students understand the various curveballs that CollegeBoard often throws, and assisting them in achieving better scores than they thought possible. I am also passionate about Texas Rangers baseball, and fill an inordinate amount of my free time with fantasy sports and statistical research on the...

...it, they set themselves up to truly internalize the knowledge and be able to easily apply it moving forward. I encourage my students to think, question, and dive deep. Through time management, a hunger for knowledge, and a plan of attack, anything is possible. I have extensive training as an actor, musician, and dancer and have performed on and off Broadway in numerous shows. I use the skills and knowledge I have honed as a...

...University. I am studying to receive my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Drama with a minor in mathematics. While I enjoy helping students with a broad range of subjects, I find that I am most passionate about ACT Prep and Calculus. I have experience working with students of all ages and abilities. I know from experience that each student will comprehend the material differently, and my job is to find the best way for the...

...Second Language, and Statistics. I was a Teacher's Assistant for the Political Science department's Methodology course, working with students on quantitative theory and statistical analysis. I also staffed my college's math help center in its inaugural semester on campus, tutoring students as they walked in the door on anything from Pre-Calculus to Geometry to Statistics. I've really loved working with students in my various capacities as a tutor. I relish the challenge of explaining concepts...

...reading resource for students. I have high achievements in academic history, and have developed superb study methods to aid memorization and concept understanding. I have a very hands-on, personal teaching style. I aim to develop effective learning methods and instill confidence in all of my students so they will continue to achieve beyond our time together. I strive to personalize lessons and teaching methods for each student to ensure his or her success. I am...

...the best private schools in the northeast. My own children - my autistic son and my intellectually gifted daughter - did 'Mom's homework' as well, which enabled them to reach their own intellectual bests. I believe that children have exactly one chance at a good education track. A good tutor can hone skills that might not have been properly nurtured in the usual academic setting. I've been teaching and tutoring in many different situations and...

...times are the moments when students realize they are now confident in their abilities to tackle new problems. I personally love teaching, but I also have a passion for learning; it is this passion that I strive to instill in each of my students. While not always successful, the ones that do change now possess a new outlook on school and their studies, and work that much harder to achieve their goals. I believe a...

...sessions include theatre education as well as dance and movement. I also have many years of childcare experience with homework help being the core focus. I particularly enjoy, but I'm not limited to, tutoring in English, Math and Science to primary level students. Aiding children in this age group is extremely important because it is in these early years that the child develops the fundamental skills needed for the rest of their lives. I believe...

...decided by the student and led by the teacher. I take full joy in walking alongside the educational journey in helping students to understand and develop into successful mastery and critical thinkers of information. As your tutor, I would be your source of empowerment, guide and coach. Most importantly, I approach tutoring and learning with the firm belief that all students have amazing strengths and talents that can be used to thrive.... Learning and discovery is...

...contributes to a student's understanding. It is an integral part of my job to set a plan for students to follow, and implement it in a way specific to their needs. Over the years, I have developed a passion for the subjects I tutor. I not only teach the students the subject matter, but why it is important to their overall knowledge. I've enjoyed every moment of my past tutoring experience and feel rewarded by...

...(especially essays), Reading Comprehension, Economics, the SAT and ACT, and Literature. In my experience as a tutor, it is important to be patient. Not only must you understand the material, you must also understand how your students learn and adapt your teaching method to their needs. It also helps if you can make the subject matter as interesting as possible, so it doesn't feel like work to them. I look forward to working with everyone...

...Spanish and have tutored language for many years. I have also tutored my students at the high school in many different subject areas. I'm extremely patient and caring and I just love helping people. I always keep things positive and try to boost my students confidence. I live my life by love & respect. I give my all to every student and build confidence and motivation through positivity. I make connections and get results.... My teaching...

...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 through the...

I first discovered tutoring in my Junior year of undergraduate studies when peers would come to me for assistance with writing and psychology. Moving through my graduate education and doctoral studies, I continued to seek out opportunities to teach and encourage others to learn. I have a student-centered teaching approach that is customized to your learning style. I look forward to working with you to achieve success in education!