Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in White Plains, NY

...senior project in creative writing. Because of my diverse academic background, I am able to tutor in a variety of subjects from middle school all the way up to introductory college courses. I especially enjoy helping students with math or English coursework. I can also help with a variety of standardized tests, from the SSAT to the MCAT. I am very interested in helping students overcome test anxiety by learning strategies that can help them...

...in Chinese language, I am also a bilingual fluent speaker of English and Spanish, and I am a serious advanced student of French. My achievements in French led me to win first place in the French language competition le Grand concours de la Maison francophone de Cleveland. I have extensive experience tutoring privately in French, Spanish, Chinese, English as a second language, and mathematics. I also participated in a training course for teachers of English...

...since high school. I graduated from MIT with a bachelor degree in computer science and biology. I went on to medical school and have a masters in biomedical engineering. I taught undergraduate students as a graduate student and trained medical doctors when I graduated. I have worked in private medical practice educating patients and other doctors. I can teach all levels of math, biology, and earth science. I am also familiar with New York State...

...enjoy tutoring science because I believe that sometimes a little bit of personalized attention can go a long way when students are missing just one or two key points of understanding. I love seeing a concept click and inspiring confidence in my students as they advance through increasingly difficult topics. I also like tutoring test prep because there is no hiding behind the raw numbers, and I enjoy helping my students maximize their potential and...

...my own personal knowledge and experiences of times they think of as historical, but that I remember first hand. History is about stories and I can make that subject real and important by sharing some of my own stories. Most of all, I work to inspire students' own natural curiosity and desire to succeed. There are no wrong, bad or incorrect questions. I encourage all the students I work with to ask whatever questions they have...

...University and study business management. As my full time job, I work for a worldwide web store as an operations manager. Throughout my academic and working career, mathematics has always played a significant role. Algebra, Geometry and grade school math are my strong suits and I really enjoy tutoring these subjects. My goal in tutoring is to build the students confidence and understanding in the particular area. My teaching is customizable to every student's needs....

...the University of Pennsylvania, double majoring in Economics and International Relations. Following graduation I pursued a career in management consulting where I developed analytical and interpersonal skills that could prepare me for a wide range of career pursuits. After nearly 2 years in consulting I continued my studies at New York University, pursuing pre-medical courses for entry into medical school. I have completed coursework in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. I bring patience,...

...in their stated subjects as much as they do your ability to take those tests. Therefore, it is critically important to teach not just the basic skills, but the ability to succeed on the test as well. I have been very successful in significantly raising students' scores in the past, and I look forward to doing the same for you. When I'm not teaching, my hobbies are skiing, boating, and spending time with my two...

I specialize in tutoring math to middle school students and up. I fell in love with math and I think with the right instructor anyone can learn to love math. Many people find math difficult but I believe that with a little time, patience and fun, I can help you excel. ... We will create goals together and track our progress to reaching the goals.... I will go over the concept in-depth and work with them...

...2014, with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biological Sciences. During my undergrad years I volunteered with an on-campus tutoring agency that offered free tutoring to local families in need. The students I tutored at that time were 1st-6th grade and I helped with math, reading, and science. I don't believe there is one way to solve a problem. My goal is to identify the method for how you approach a problem, and to tune...

...the spectrum of youth education in New York City! In my junior and senior years of college, I won English Department awards for playwriting and essaywriting, and my plays have been read and performed in theater spaces, including at the Thespis Theater Festival 2013. I also perform in Childrens' Musical Theater with the group FunikiJam! World Music (www.funikijam.com). I enjoy tutoring because I get to learn at the same time that I teach! Please contact...

...a teaching assistant for introductory Russian, and worked with students both in group and in individual sessions. My academic background is varied, and thus I am able to tutor students in a range of topics, including Environmental Science, Biology, Psychology, Statistics, French, Russian, English Language and Literature, and exam preparation (SAT, ACT, AP and GRE). My favorite topics to tutor in are Biology and Environmental Science, since I love sharing my interest in the science...

...University and have a double major in Chemistry and English Literature. In the two years post college, I taught in two different school districts through AmeriCorps, the domestic Peace Corps. Last year,I taught K-5 grade in small group settings and managed a homework club. This year, I advise high school students on the college admissions process. I enjoy working with students and helping them achieve their personal best! I look forward to tutoring students this...

...began my degree in Biochemistry at Western Washington University, which I will receive in June 2015. I tutor chemistry, physics, biology and math. I also provide test prep for the SAT and MCAT. I have worked at my university’s tutoring center for over a year. This taught me to teach quickly and effectively. I never had more than 15 minutes with a student, but my job depended on my ability to help them understand a...

...3 years and am excited to be transitioning to a high school setting in Manhattan, where I will be teaching Living Environment. I have tutored most students in reading, writing and math, but also gained experience preparing older students for the Earth Science, Living Environment and Chemistry Regents exams. My favorite subject to tutor is Science because that is my content specialty in teaching and I enjoy facilitating students' appreciation for the subject. As a...

...When teaching, I'm very hands on and write out notes and examples on paper as I explain concepts and work through problem questions. The notes I write are yours to keep when I am done, so you can keep them to review on your own at any time. I tend to incorporate practice problems into my lesson to reinforce what I've explained, because I truly believe practice makes perfect. Success in any subject can come...

...of education for all students. Although I am available to tutor in a range of topics, I am most passionate about English, writing and essay editing, as these skills have proven most useful in my education and career path. I believe that academic success begins with goal-setting, organization and building confidence through engagement and success. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, yoga, running, spinning and spending time with family and friends.... I believe in meeting...

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...

...telling them how to do everything. I teach students to practice to perfection, which involves re-doing problems until they get it right the first time, which demonstrates complete understanding. My tutoring style is characterized by patience and I'm very attentive, making sure they are truly understanding when I ask the question, "does that make sense?" Outside of academia I'm interested in art and have founded my own art club at Brown. I also have pursued...

...of Arts in Teaching Urban Education degree from The College of New Jersey. I have my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) from TCNJ as well. I have been a student teacher in six different classrooms ranging from K-5 throughout my time in college and have taught every subject ranging from reading and writing to science and math. What I enjoy most about tutoring is getting the chance to...