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

...graduate of a top engineering university and am an engineer for an energy firm. I have years of experience tutoring and teaching math and various sciences from elementary through college. I primarily tutor high school math and sciences but also have extensive experience in all forms of engineering and higher mathematics including Calculus and Linear Algebra. I believe in incorporating real world examples to help students understand the application of math and science in the...

...students possess the capabilities to produce greatness if they apply themselves and take a determined approach towards the attainment of excellence. As an experienced and passionate tutor/educator, I come equipped with a variety of tutoring styles and teaching/learning strategies all aimed at academic enhancement. My strategies are very student centered and are developed based on a student's/client's interest, academic level and chronological age. I currently hold a Teacher Education diploma in the field of Primary...

I began tutoring at a local tutoring center, and I tutored a variety of age groups, ranging from middle schoolers to high schoolers. I love staying active, whether it be riding my bike or playing basketball. I have a passion for chess as well as reading, and I enjoy trying new things.

...Geology, a PhD in Molecular Biology, and an MBA in Pharmaceutical Management and Finance. As a professor and scientist, I have held faculty positions at the Medical University of South Carolina, Medical College of Georgia, and most recently, the New York University School of Medicine. An active writer, I have published nearly two dozen peer reviewed articles in medical and social science journals as well as scientific textbooks, manuals, and two full-length novels. Having founded...

...and analogies to simplify the hard concepts. I also specialize in teaching College math and physics and preparing the student for the math and physics section of the following standardized exams: GRE, MCAT, OAT, DAT or any other exam of this sort which requires the knowledge of college level physics and math. I have almost six years of tutoring experience. I tutored mostly college freshmen, one class of high school graduates and several high school...

...to eventually self-correct themselves, use context clues to answer reading questions, and gain a better understanding of their English material. As a tutor, my style is to have fun with my students and establish a friendly bond. I find that this makes the learning come much easier, and paints a picture of their understanding beyond the homework page. I like to know what my students are interested in, how they enjoy school, their favorite subjects,...

...sciences. For my undergraduate, I attended Fordham University and received a Bachelors degree in both biology and anthropology. I know how difficult advanced science and math classes can be on top of other studies, and I am really looking to work through these issues with potential students. I am available for sessions in biology, chemistry, physics, as well as a range of math levels. I am also available for SAT, PSAT, and ACT prep. I...

...ways so that my students can more readily grasp them. Repetition is necessary for learning to take place. Learning is fun, no other worldly activity gives the same sense of progression and advancement and this is the notion that I try to bring across to my students. When not learning or tutoring, I write poetry and articles and edit my recently completed first book. I also enjoy a wide variety of music and try to...

...included several science classes each year. While I was in college, I tutored students ranging from 10 to 18 years of age in reading, writing, math, and science. Additionally, I helped students prepare for standardized exams, such as the PSAT and SAT, with solid improvements in scores. I believe this experience with a diverse mix of students has sharpened my skills as a tutor, particularly in the arena of creating interesting and clear examples through...

...solve a problem. I'm here to show you that you know how to solve the problem and you just needed one more person to remind you. Personally, I don't want you to just know how solve the problem. I want you to make that problem more complex and solve that even more complex problem. I know you may think it sounds crazy. However, If you want to design a powerful car engine, you must first...

...recommend a city-as-classroom approach, where my students immerse themselves in the language both in and out of school. Secondly, I tutor elementary and middle schoolers in English, Math and test preparation. I have experience leading after-school classes as well as one-on-one tutoring at learning centers and private homes. I have had students from all different backgrounds and levels of proficiency, including many children of immigrants. I emphasize study skills and test taking strategies, and love...

...I am a rising senior. I am currently a Fashion Merchandising major, but have been tutoring many of my peers and family members in Algebra I for quite some time. I will be graduating with a Bachelors of Science in May of 2017, and hope to attend the Fashion Institute of Technology for graduate school. I am more than willing to tutor anyone who needs help in the areas that I have been specialized in....

...and a half and I have gained a lot of experience working there. My main focus is to get the students interested in the subject they’re studying which makes learning the material a lot more efficient. My philosophy is to keep the students motivated and help them develop critical thinking skills by using as many real life examples as possible. I spend most of my spare time reading, hiking, swimming and playing basketball.... Getting students interested...

...a new problem. I believe any student can feel this joy if they are given the right tools and mindset needed to succeed. In the past I have worked with elementary level students in teaching physics concepts and have also served as a Teacher's Assistant in an undergraduate level engineering class. I attended Binghamton University for both my Bachelors and Masters degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering. I tutor most mast subjects up through high...

...from the ages of 7 to 18. By far, my favorite subject to tutor is Math because once a student understands a mathematical concept, the problems that he/she struggled with before become astonishingly easy. I believe that tutoring is a very underestimated supplemental tool that should be more seriously considered if a student is having trouble grasping the concept. A fair and adaptive 1-on-1 tutoring method helps students to understand the material on their own,...

...work best with charts and diagrams. Others may need to write outlines. Still others may gain a better understanding through flash cards and other learning tools. By selecting me as a tutor, you'll get more than just a bunch of basic practice problems and rote writing exercises. Tutoring should not be a "one size fits all" approach. My goal is to work with you to create a personalized learning plan that acknowledges your strengths and...

...software classes for the Motion Picture Editor's Guild, and in teaching creative writing to my peers. I am available to tutor in many subjects, but I am especially passionate about writing and composition; I strongly believe that every person has a story worth telling and I want everyone to have the tools necessary to express themselves. My teaching style is one of patience and encouragement, but does not lose sight of deadlines. I am a...

I am looking to get some more experience tutoring and teaching with the idea of pursuing further academic work in the future.... It changes based on the student. Not all students work well with a particular philosophy, nor should such a philosophy be set in stone.... I would look to understand the student's class, goals, and strengths/weaknesses. Then I might have them work on their normal homework with me making suggestions to get an idea of...

...Mathematics at The School At Columbia University, Columbia's independent K-8 school. Previously, I was an Academic Program Lead and Teaching Fellow at a middle school in East Harlem where I taught daily Mathematics Intervention classes and led daily Guided Reading instruction. I am also a trained and qualified SAT / SHSAT Tutor as well as a graduate of Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. When I am not at school, I love relaxing with my fiancee...

...the city and provide them with interesting historical facts as well as help make sure everyone is accounted for at all times. I've been a teacher and counselor for different drama camps, mostly for middle-school aged kids and kids with special needs as well. I've always had a passion for education which potentially sparked from helping out my little brother during his middle and high school classes, as well as editing his college essays. I...