Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Smithtown, NY

...test prep. My students have benefited greatly from Standardized Test Prep in both the Critical Reading and Mathematics Sections of the SAT. I try to impart study habits to my students that are not only useful but I feel absolutely necessary for success. I feel that my strength lies in predicting student mistakes and preparing for them in advance, as well as teaching students to look at problems in the simplest way necessary to learn...

...and a Resident Assistant for high school students at a summer boarding school. I am an extremely positive, energetic, friendly, and encouraging teacher to my students, and seek to share these attributes with other students through tutoring. I have a particular interest in teaching Phonics, Reading, Reading Comprehension, and Science. In an one-on-one setting, I will get to know my student, from their strengths and weaknesses to their interests and goals. I look forward to...

...stressing that Im there to fill in the blanks and help them improve in the subject Im not there to give out the answers. In my opinion the most important thing about tutoring is to be as encouraging and patient as possible. I tell my students to always stay positive and not to be clouded by frustration. I love tutoring; it fills me up with joy when Ive made learning easier for someone else.

...I'm from China, and currently working in a hedge fund in Norwalk, CT. I enjoy tutoring in Math and Chinese. I have been teaching in APEX as a SAT math tutor. My teaching style is giving students more chance to talk and ask questions. I'd like to listen to them and help them out as much as I can. I'm quite patient person, and very passionate in helping people. As long as we work hard...

...tutor in the Math Support Center, a walk-in tutoring service for all areas of math. In addition, I was a calculus course assistant, running problem-solving sessions. During the summer of 2011 I taught a five-week SAT Math prep course to rising high school juniors. I usually mold my teaching methods to fit the needs of my students. I believe the key to tutoring is to help the student have an "Aha!" moment, when a previously...

...night to understand complex concepts. My teaching style is that of the captain of a ship in the ocean. At the beginning of the tutoring session, I want to know where you are, and what you already know. Once we've established what you comprehend and what you don't comprehend, then we can go along and identify within the time we have for a particular session, where you want to go. Once the map is marked...

...too. This also means being flexible and figuring out the best learning practice for each individual, as everyone learns in different ways. A little bit about me. I studied history and international studies at Franklin and Marshall College. Currently, I am finishing up a masters program at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of Education where I will receive a degree and certification in Elementary Education. In addition to teaching both in the US and abroad (I...

...to understand how each student learns and I have a way to get the most of out my students. Also, I am a home instruction teacher for students at the High School level teaching them English and Social Studies. I tutor students at the Elementary and Middle School level for all subjects. I am also a girl's basketball coach for grades 3rd-12th and work at a local HS coaching basketball. I would love the opportunity...

...Algebra and Geometry teacher, and I have good working knowledge of all subject areas in Mathematics. I have also been previously employed as a Mathematics tutor for college level Algebra and Trigonometry. I make a great tutor for two reasons, one, my problem solving tool set and, two, my connection to students. I have over 8 years teaching experience at all levels K-16. I have 4 years experience as a tutor for Mathematics, Study Skills...

I love working with my students and think that teaching is the most rewarding job there is! It is the best feeling when I see my student solving the math problems they couldn't before and more importantly, enjoying learning. I always give my 110% for my students for the improvement and confidence in themselves.

...University with a B.S. in Natural Resources. Upon graduating, I joined Teach For America as a middle school science teacher working in a public school in the Bronx, New York. I taught sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth grade Math and Science for six years before enrolling in a Post-Baccalaureate program for health sciences professions at Rutgers University. In this one year program, I am taking pre-requisite courses to be eligible for medical school. I enjoy...

...our way into 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...

...learn a concept, I'm also teaching you the skills so you can ultimately teach yourself effectively. Some people thrive in large classes, but most don't. It's ideal to work one-on-one so you don't get bored with the easy concepts and the challenging concepts are set up so you're eager to solve the problem instead of drop-kicking your book in frustration. Learning shouldn't be frustrating, and I'm here to help work through the material in a...

...in both one-on-one tutoring and group tutoring. Not only am I diligent in actively engaging my students into the academic material, but I am also experienced in coming up with strategic methods as to how they can improve. I try to look out for the cause of the students’ confusion, and then move on to resolve it by teaching the student the key concepts that are necessary for understanding the material. As of now, I...

...Tutoring at the GED program was very challenging because each one of the students was unique in their mindset. I have been tutoring over a year now mostly in math, but also in social studies, science, and English language. My biggest achievements in teaching are when my students succeed in their education. Most of the students I have taught pursued their GED. My philosophy in teaching is to always relate everything I teach with the...

...year of teaching, and my first year with Varsity Tutors! I am currently a New York City public school educator, teaching a 5th grade class, after spending three years teaching 2nd grade. As a teacher I strive to ensure each of my students receives a high quality education that meets their needs. As a tutor, this goal also applies. I love helping students reach their "light bulb" moment, the moment where everything finally makes sense....

MBA graduate from Sacred Heart University with a concentration in finance. Over 5 years of logistic operations experience from barges to rail, truck and air transportation. Inventory analyst and warehousing professional from freezer warehousing to storage of dry goods.I have 6 years of trade finance experience from working in a global commodity trading company. 13 years of a plethora of accounting and finance experience.

...doctoral degree. I have been tutoring students for the past 6 years in both formal and informal settings. I have tutored primarily in social sciences (psychology and sociology), English (writing, editing, and literature), and biology. My tutoring style varies depending on who I am working with - for example, if someone is a learner by doing then I won't have them watch me do a practice example, instead I will give them one and have...

...Political Science (with an emphasis in international development and a philosophy minor). I have taught students of all age levels in public, private, and one-on-one settings. Some of my past experiences include: peer-tutoring throughout high school and my undergraduate education, substitute teaching English, history, government, speech/debate, and drama in a secondary school, organizing and teaching acting and technical theatre at a performing arts summer camp, teaching English, reading comprehension, and writing to gifted/advanced 2nd, 3rd,...

...be certified to teach Mathematics in Grades K-12, and English in Grades K-8. I have worked at an after-school program, a summer day camp, and have had experience observing and teaching in multiple classrooms. I have always been passionate about helping students reach their goals and I believe that education is a top priority. My favorite subject is Mathematics, and in my spare time, I enjoy reading, crocheting, and playing the piano.