Top English Tutors serving Albany County

Corinna: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
I'm a former NYC high school teacher with a master's degree from Pace University's School of Education. I have also worked as a college tutor, a high school mentor, and a teaching assistant in New Orleans. I have experience with a wide range of ages and abilities and am passionate about getting to know the strengths and challenges of each student. In my spare time, I love to read, bike, and try new recipes.
Education & Certification
Bard College - Bachelors, Human Rights and Written Arts
Pace University School of Education - Current Grad Student, Adolescent Special Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 800

April: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...and frustrating it can be as a student to struggle with a concept, and having someone who was willing to take the time and really explain it to me until I understood it was invaluable. As a tutor, I'll help my students set reasonable goals and I'll prepare for each session by reviewing the material myself, and I'll take the time to answer whatever questions they have. I love learning, and I want others to...
Education & Certification
Siena College - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33

Victoria: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...but I will also tutor math. I believe in making learning fun and always plan activities and games that are of interest to the student and keeps their attention. I have a love of books that I always aim to pass on to the student through reading a variety of different texts. I am cheerful, enthusiastic and committed. I convey this into my teaching by creating positive relationships through communication, trust and respect with students...
Education & Certification
South Bank University London UK - Bachelors, Primary School Teaching (Education) B.Ed (Hons)

Virginia: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...understand how difficult learning (and teaching) new material can be, and I am willing to diligently work with students to overcome their learning obstacles. Through my teaching experiences, I have found great joy in watching both kids and adults grow and excel as students. I have had experience teaching violin, Chinese, English, swimming, writing, and cell biology, and I'm very excited to expand this list. By continuing to encourage and guide the students, I believe...
Education & Certification
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Current Undergrad, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 730

Carrie: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...My passion for English language and literature is evident to every student who meets with me. I have great approaches for tackling the intricacies of grammar, composition, and criticalreading that will benefit a lifetime of reading and writing. Having closely examined the challenges of the SAT and ACT, I am excited to share strategies that will certainly lead to more confident test takers. Most importantly, I believe the tutoring experience should provide students with relevant...
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelors, English Education

Jeremy: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...taught a child with a disability through eighth grade. That experience gave me the utmost respect for all of our children who are learning, no matter how hard their struggle may seem from our perspective. I am a well-rounded individual, graduating high school at sixteen and obtaining my undergraduate degree at nineteen. At twenty I was awarded my M.A. in Peace and Conflict Management Studies from the University of Haifa in Israel. I consider myself...
Education & Certification
State University of New York at Purchase - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
University of Haifa Haifa Israel - Masters, Peace & Conflict Management Studies

Jesica: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...working as a tutor since I was thirteen for mathematics and I love every minute of it. I like tackling new mathematics and helping students view their work at different angles that might help them come to an understanding of the subject. Being able to do math, not just arithmetic, is an ability that every student has and I believe that together we can figure out how to let that ability shine.... I believe that all...
Education & Certification
Carroll College - Bachelors, Mathematics
SAT Math: 720

Barry: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...should be relevant and relate to students' lives. I believe that all students can learn mathematics, but that every student learns differently. In working with students individually, I can learn more about the student's styles of learning and tailor instruction to fit that learning style. In my spare time, I like to watch TV and movies, especially when time travel is involved. The idea of time and time travel is fascinating to me. I also...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelors, Natural Science (Concentration in Mathematics)
University of Florida - Masters, Business Administration and Management

Anne: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...you want to feel more confident and capable when taking standardized tests. You can do practice test questions with me. My specialty is working with high school students who need to learn basic grammar and punctuation, and improve their reading comprehension skills. I also tutor Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Regents ELA, vocabulary building, writing (literary analysis, essay, and academic papers), and the CARS section of the MCAT. I'm patient and very good at explaining...
Education & Certification
State University of NY at Albany - Bachelor in Arts, English
State University of NY at Albany - Master of Science, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)

Jesse: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...and I continue to work as an editor. In summer 2019, I completed an internship at Empire State Development in Manhattan, producing content for New York's official tourism website "I Love New York". I also have experience teaching students of all ages (5-18) overseas in the beautiful country of Taiwan, where I lived for nearly two years. Tutoring one-on-one is one of my favorites ways to teach: We can treat the pursuit as a conversation...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Albany - Bachelor in Arts, English

Kirenia: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...in the past in different work positions. I am incredibly patient, understanding, and compassionate. The one thing that I will ask from my students, whether they are adults, parents of young children, or middle or high school students, is to bring the topic they are struggling with and the areas they want me to focus on the most. It will help me develop appropriate class materials and make our time more productive. If you have...
Education & Certification
Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Grand Canyon University - Masters in Business Administration, Project Management

Jessica: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...levels. I have substantial experience working with students who have learning challenges or disabilities. I believe that we all learn in unique ways, and so my approach to tutoring is highly individualized towards each student that I meet. I am passionate about developing relationships with my students and helping them reach their goals. Whether a student wants help on a single assignment or is seeking out longer-term tutoring to supplement their classroom instruction, I am here...
Education & Certification
The College of Saint Rose - Bachelor in Arts, Special Education
The College of Saint Rose - Master of Science, Special Education

Emma: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...English at the same university, where I also double minored in Creative Writing and Film Studies. I've taught in middle and high school classrooms, and I can't wait to continue teaching here. I've learned so much about the importance of collaboration and student agency in learning. I also believe in the importance of meeting the specific needs and honoring the unique interests of each student. Every person I meet is capable of accomplishing more than...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Albany - Bachelor in Arts, English

William: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. During my academic career I have tutored a broad array of students in english, history, politics, and college admissions. While I tutor a number of subject, my passions are reading and writing. I believe that effective teaching in these areas should be fun, challenging, and hands on. In my spare time I write satire and television pilots, and enjoy hiking and running on the weekends.
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800

Elisabeth: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...in math and science. I enjoy connecting with students to help find a way for them to not only understand the material, but to be able to use that material and apply it to their learning for years to come. It is important to me that each student makes academic goals and that I help achieve those goals so that every student feels successful and well equipped to handle material on their own. I think...
Education & Certification
The University of Vermont - Bachelors, Psychology
SUNY at Albany - PHD, Clinical Psychology
GRE Verbal: 161

Hani: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...from Northeastern University with my degree in mechanical engineering with a minor in economics. All of methods and study habits I teach my students are ones I have personally used and found to work, either in test prep or in math, science, and engineering courses. In addition to tutoring, I am always more than happy to give no nonsense advice to any student interested in going to engineering school. I look forward to getting to...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Current Undergrad Student, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Skye: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...and creative problem solving. The best teaching is relevant, and endures. My students are challenged to learn about themselves and their responsibilities; it is not just the content, but how the student succeeded or struggled, and what they took away, that matters. In brief, this learning-by-doing mimics lifepreparing students to assess and make decisions based on what type of person they want to be, regardless of the their interests or intellect. Like my best teachers...
Education & Certification
University of New Hanpshire - Bachelors, English Language and Literature
New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Masters, Creative Writing

Barbara: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...to return to school and went to Fordham University where I received my Master's degree in Social Work and started a new career as a Social Worker mainly working with very challenged people who needed a good deal of care. I love teaching, I have taught in grade school, middle school and high school the subjects that I love the most being English and History. I love to go to museums, Presidential libraries and collect...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Fordham University - Master of Social Work, Social Work

Olivia: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
...a lot of my passion for reading and writing was squashed by teachers. I was told not to read outside my level, or that writing creatively wasn't acceptable. Now, I edit and write professionally and it shows just how much one amazing person or teacher can change the course of your life! I want to be that person for you, and show you that these core classes aren't anything to be scared of.
Education & Certification
Lehigh Carbon Community College - Associate in Arts, Communication, General

Wilson: Albany County English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Albany County, NY
Hey! I'm a fourth-year Industrial Engineering student at Northwestern University. I have a strong math background paired with excellent communication and writing skills.
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor of Science, Engineering and Industrial Management
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