Award-Winning Elementary School Science Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...student at Columbia, receiving a master's degree in chemistry and serving as a teaching assistant in general chemistry courses, before I found that my real passion was for teaching. Since then I have been a substitute teacher for middle school science and exploring other science teaching and communications opportunities. I was a chemistry and philosophy double major in college and my approach to teaching has always been creative, patient and interdisciplinary. I am an expert...

...how I discovered VarsityTutors. Tutoring allows me to use my experience and skills to help other students grow and learn in subjects they like and in subjects they dislike. What is most important to me is whether or not the student truly understands the material they are learning in class. In my experience, when a student "gets it," they are given confidence to continue to learn in that subject. The most exciting thing for me...

...Electrical Engineering. I enjoy writing meaningful essays, and working on subjects of engineering such as math and physics. I also have a strong background in music, especially guitar. Additionally, having started school in special education and worked my way to an Ivy League school, I am very familiar with navigating learning disabilities and more common challenges with keeping pace in the classroom. I hope to be here to help you succeed, wherever your starting point...

...a degree in Neuroscience and Philosophy. As an alum of a liberal arts institution, I have gained a passion for teaching from previous my mentors and experiences. Therefore, I would like to use this platform to support young students in their academic goals and endeavors. I have 6+ years of experience tutoring in STEM and Humanities from grades K-12. I also have experience tutoring in college level Biology and Chemistry classes. As a NYC native,...

I believe that all students should be given the opportunities they deserve to advance in their education ... All students have the potential to learn; they need only find the right method.... Discuss their interests, what motivates them, and their goals. What do they want to get out of tutoring?... Guide them through questions without telling them the answer, gradually removing supports with each practice until they are able to complete the task on their own.

...graduate of Cornell University, with a degree in Human Biology, Health, and Society and a minor in Health Policy. I am currently a 4th year medical student with plans to pursue Ob/Gyn after graduation in 2022! For me, tutoring is one of the most rewarding opportunities! I love connecting with students and empowering them to get to where they want to be academically. My students have ranged in age from as young as 6 years...

...school. During this time I found it came naturally to me to break down subjects that were troublesome for students, and I truly enjoyed watching them improve and grow. I am excited for the opportunity to not only revisit this passion of mine, but expand it to different fields and a range of student age groups. Aside from tutoring, I enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and camping, traveling, good music (I'm a rock fan),...

...ages, from preschool to undergraduate, particularly enjoying my work with ESL students and students with disabilities. I am especially passionate about foreign languages, the humanities, and social sciences. I received four consecutive gold medals on the National Latin Exam when I was in high school, so I am eager to help students who are struggling with the subject. I also specialize in the areas of English-language writing, grammar, and reading comprehension. I have wanted to...

...MD in NYC. I graduated from Haverford College with a Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Biology and a minor in Spanish Literature. Since high school, I have tutored various subjects including biology, math, Spanish, and English. In college, I was accepted into the Mentoring and Student Teaching Program for underserved children in Philadelphia. I served as a science and english tutor for three years, while tutoring my peers in Spanish and Biology as well. Having...

...prep center, private tutoring for K-12 both in-person and online, serving as head teaching assistant for college-level biology, and working as a chemistry peer tutor for other students at my university. I use a wide range of virtual games, arts and crafts, physical activity, virtual simulations, and real-world problems to make tutoring sessions engaging and appropriate to age level. As someone who wants to pursue research and teaching as a career, I believe quality, accessible...

...College with a double-major in Biology and Psychology. Throughout college, I volunteered as a Biology tutor at my school's tutoring center, teaching assistant in General Chemistry, and Math tutor at the Special Needs Clinic at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Medical Center. My motivation for volunteering was kindled by upperclassmen and teacher assistants that helped me when I was in introductory courses. I credit attending weekly tutoring hours throughout college as playing a pivotal role in...

...program with SUNY Downstate. I've been tutoring students for over 5 years for a wide range of topics, including the ACT, the SAT, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Essay Writing, and AP Psychology. I enjoy working with a variety of students, ages 8-20. In terms of my clients, I like working with dedicated, passionate students who are willing to put in the work to achieve their goals. For me, tutoring is about working with a student...

...moved to NYC 2 years ago to pursue a Masters in Counseling and Guidance. I have extensive experience teaching Mathematics from age 6 to high school as a classroom teacher, private tutor, after school teacher, etc. As a counselor in training, I am keen on student needs and their ability to acquire the content at hand. I am easy to get a long with, funny, and I love working with students of all different backgrounds....

I love tutoring anyone who is interested in learning.

...master's degrees (one in History from CW Post on Long Island and the other in Education from Manhattanville College in Purchase N.Y.) I teach science and social studies, as well as taught ELA at the fourth and fifth grade level. I like to work with kids in small groups (or individually) with work. I like to question children to find answers to questions and find ways to relate content to them. I am relaxed with...

...my graduate degree in Social Sciences with a background in healthcare, data science, data management, statistical models. With over 8 years of experience teaching elementary, high school, undergraduate and graduate students, I specialize in tutoring many subjects, mostly in the humanities and social sciences. I also tutor in Mandarin Chinese. As a native speaker in Chinese, I love to teach Chinese because the language relates to my background and specialty. I can also tutor areas...

I'm a certified K-6 teacher and 6-8 math specialist with years of classroom and tutoring experience. I excel at breaking down challenging concepts into clear, manageable steps and love helping students build confidence and succeed. In addition to math, I support students in developing their reading comprehension, fluency, and writing skills, helping them become stronger, more effective communicators. I believe in meeting students where they are and guiding them with patience, encouragement, and care every...

...high substance middle-ground in perceiving and applying the concepts correctly. Oftentimes we get overwhelmed, which while understandable leads to far less appreciation and comprehension of what these solutions and steps might be during problem-solving. My chief aim is to vanish those downsides entirely during our sessions and instead garner the strength, support, and various worldviews regarding these highly recurring themes that lead to an improved incorporation of the material in real life, within the student's...

...an educator for 7 years! I hold a B.A in Education/Child Psychology as well as a Masters in Childhood Education along with Masters extensions in Early Childhood Education and Bilingual Education. I enjoy helping students achieve academic success in all subjects. I have expertise in teaching reading as well as providing reading intervention services. I am also passionate about writing, and I enjoy sharing my love for writing with my students. I also love teaching...