Award-Winning Elementary School English Tutors serving Westchester, NY

I want to be able to help students who need it. I struggled when I wasn't given the support I needed, and I don't want other students to have the same problem if I can be there to aid them.

...for the Department of Education back in 2008 as a paraprofessional, I have been driven by passion and my commitment to define and address the needs of each student. Today, as a classroom teacher, I spend countless extra hours in my classroom planning and preparing. I do it with pleasure because my students deserve my best. I aim to maximize individual student performance, inspire students' interest in learning and spread a sense of high self-worth...

...allows me to give targeted feedback that is bite-sized and impactful. I love digging in to student writing and finding the best way to let my students' stellar ideas come jumping off the page. As a complete bibliophile, I also adore fostering a love of reading and great literature in all of my pupils. Outside of teaching, I can be found reading great books, exercising and spending time with friends in one of New York's...

...family succeed. Particularly, I specialize in mathematics, philosophy, and law. Additionally, I am more than willing and prepared to help with preparations for the SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, UBE (bar exam), and more. Please let me know your needs and I will surely let you know whether I can help you. I am willing to gather specific materials, study guides, and textbooks used in your courses to know how to best tackle what you may...

...Interdisciplinary Studies. I have worked with children for 5+ years as a tutor and teacher's assistant for grades 3 and 4. In this role, I prepare children for state examinations. Although I specialize in tutoring Math, ELA, and Writing, my favorite subject is Science. I enjoy helping children build their academic confidence and develop a love for learning. I am passionate about children reaching their highest potential and committed to providing strategies to help students...

My teaching philosophy is contained in a single sentence: "A teacher affects eternity -- he or she can never tell where his or her influence stops." Henry Adams

I graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a BSBA degree in Economics & Strategy and Marketing. I am a Paralegal during the day with strong writing skills and am planning to attend law school next year. I've worked with kids the past 4 summers and am experienced in tutoring from elementary to the college level!

...college level in English. My commitment to creating engaging, personalized experiences for my students stems from my belief in every student's unique potential to learn and grow. I believe that understanding each student's unique needs and learning style is essential for effective teaching. In sessions, I like to use interactive methods and utilize diverse resources, encouraging students to actively participate and express their thoughts. My experience as an ESL instructor has further enriched my approach,...

...New York State Teachers Certification License. I graduated with my Master's Degree with a 4.0 GPA from Hunter College in a dual major of Early Childhood and Special Education. During college, I worked for various tutoring companies. At the same time, I completed hundreds of observational hours in various public schools with various grades. These observation hours all focused on various subjects and a lot of reflecting was done. I also completed 300 hours of...

...a student at Stonybrook University working on a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. I love working with students ranging from elementary/middle school common core subjects to high school level English and Math. My favorite subjects to teach in are History (or other social studies) and English, I have a passion for history and literature and would love to help any student with writing essays, proof reading and among other things. Geometry and Algebra are...

I believe that all students have the ability to learn and succeed. Tutoring students, is the perfect opportunity to present individualized educational material that will assist in working toward that goal.

...parent can give his or her children is education. to ensure the child the receives the best education there have to be great teachers. as a tutor I came to realize the importance of education. tutoring and teaching are such rewarding careers which is why I am pursuing them. the difference I can make in a students academic life makes me want t go above and beyond in my tutoring and teaching.

...speaker, it took me a while to fully feel comfortable with the English language. The more books I read, the more comfortable I became with phonics, spelling, writing, and composition, and the more I fell in love with words. I love tutoring all subjects related to words, including English, phonics, spelling, and essay writing. I want to empower students to use words in the same way I was inspired as a young child. In college, I...

Experienced Elementary and Special Education Teacher for over thirteen years with high expectations and a creative approach to learning. Certified Wilson Reading Instructor with a strong ability to assess and meet the needs of all students.

...related subjects though, I find great interest tutoring elementary and middle school math, specifically pre-algebra, algebra, SHSAT, along with the basic concepts of math at those levels. Given the experience I had helping students prepare for Common Core State Exams or SHSAT, the students and I feel like we are solving a "detective case" with each math question in front of us, and I'd allow the students to be detectives looking for clues in the...

...just a people person through and through, so it goes without saying that I'm happy to work with elementary schoolers, middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults just the same. I myself am a writer and an avid reader, always excelling at liberal arts subjects in my education thus far. I can help teach and refine skills in all things related or similar to reading comprehension, essay and creative writing, grammar, literature, and remedial or developmental...

...in Health Science, and completed a minor in Dance. In May 2021, I will begin the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Thomas Jefferson University. Although my future career is science-focused, I believe that strong reading comprehension and writing skills are important for student success across all levels and disciplines. During my semester abroad in Costa Rica, I volunteered with an English teacher at a local elementary school, helping 3rd and 5th graders with English...

...in International Relations. My passion for tutoring stems from understanding that many students struggle with the standardized pacing of traditional classrooms. I've seen firsthand how one-on-one attention allows students to truly flourish, as personalized learning adapts to each individual's unique needs and style. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about History, English, and Literature. I believe in creating engaging learning experiences by connecting academic concepts to students' interests and...

...have considered myself not only a tutor but a full time coach and support network. One of my most memorable experiences was when Omar called me to tell me he passed the Algebra Regents. I was screaming with him when I heard the news! We worked so hard for months as he was a struggling student. I take pride in making sure my students understand the material to the best of their ability and view...