Award-Winning English Tutors in Nassau County, NY

...toward a greater good of helping students achieve academic success in those subject areas! I have always loved to read and write, often performing both activities for leisure outside of my schoolwork while growing up! I studied English at Cornell University for one year before transferring majors over to 'Communications', through which I utilized my writing skills toward a degree that I have used in the magazine publishing industry post graduation, for the past 11...

...currently. My favorite movie is Blade Runner, and no, I have not seen the sequel yet. In terms of my own philosophy on education and my potential role in it, I believe that at the bare minimum, a high school diploma is a key requirement for one to be able have success in the adult world. I believe that I have the potential (through the knowledge I have obtained and my ability to problem solve)...

I have experience tutoring and teaching and I'm in school studying to be a Math teacher. I am dedicated to helping my students understand the material and to achieve their goals. I love using visuals, interactive programs, manipulative materials, and creative examples to help my students succeed.

...to, empowering, and amplifying the stories of traditionally underserved communities. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania where I majored in Urban Studies. Since then, I've led marketing and content strategy at global brands such as HBO, Paramount, BET, and Nickelodeon. I've also written and published 40+ articles, launched a youth professional development, volunteered with T. Howard Foundation as well as City Tutors, and given back through nonprofit organizations. My ultimate mission is to help...

...one-on-one tutoring a single individual. The student should receive proper guidance and be provided with the tools necessary to achieve his or her learning goals, that's my job and responsibility as an instructor. I like playing the guitar and singing, I'm very much into music. Dancing is also an activity I enjoy very much partaking in. I also enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, walking and snowboarding. Reading and watching educational documentaries are also...

...my junior year of college when I took non-traditional Organic Chemistry. This course differed from standard Organic Chemistry classes in that it was based on small ( four person) groups of students who taught each other the science that they needed to know, with lectures given only once a week. For both semesters, I led my group, initiating discussions and figuring out answers to others' questions. I learned that my greatest strength in teaching others...

...innovative, and exciting lessons, which support my students as individuals. I am very motivated, hardworking and dependable, and I get a real sense of purpose from helping my students to achieve their academic goals. As a native Spanish speaker holding a bachelor's in Biology and currently in Veterinary school, I am passionate about Spanish, biology, anatomy, and physiology subject matters. I encourage you to schedule a session with me so we can work towards your...

To learn is to open the door to thousands of possibilities. Reading and writing have the power to change the world. I believe everybody can learn how to read critically and write in an effective manner. All it takes is a little motivation and someone who believes and pushes them to do their best.

...instruction. Above all, a love for teaching and advocacy of agency growth are two of the key elements for motivating students to learn. Through my experience as a Teaching Assistant for Calculus courses, I strive to practice student-centered approaches to create a desire for learning. I develop open-ended learning tasks for students to think critically about the main ideas of the textbook. By establishing an interactive dialogue, the students and I derive examples and approaches...

...to understand the perspective of the student and where they are getting confused, so I can more effectively explain the concepts. I also like to focus on teaching an understanding of the subject instead of just pure memorization, because I think that is the best way to actually learn and remember. Some things that I am interested in outside of academia include hiking, traveling to new places, trying out new restaurants, reading, playing the piano,...

...field of education and a thorough enjoyment of language, literature, history, logic, and long distance running. I am a firm believer in the power of education to bring people together and also bring solutions to many of the nation's and the world's troubles. I also like to keep learning fun and always enjoy turning challenges into puzzles. In my spare time I like to read, cook/bake, compete with my running club, and explore New York...

...in different ways. I have been teaching for 6 years. My strengths are in teaching ELA (english language arts) and math. I am fluent in Spanish and can support in reading , writing, and speaking of Spanish. I am a bilingual education education, so I am licensed to teach in both english and spanish. I have experience in the testing grades of 3-5 and helping students comprehend complex text and navigate them on their own....

...Writing at SUNY Purchase, which taught me to write, edit, and critique. Because of this, I love to tutor language arts and writing. My background in writing has taught me to be concise and clear, which helps me explain difficult material and break it down. I also know how to encourage reading, and I know that to make my students better writers, my students will need to be good readers as well. I'm also a...

...was lucky enough to have encountered incredible teachers throughout my education, and intend to provide the same care and attention to each of my students. I am passionate and creative, and will work hard to find out how each student learns and how to best help each student understand the material they are having trouble with. Each student deserves the opportunity to feel successful, and I will work with the students and their parents to...

...Ohio for two years, and now I am a drug policy advocate and writer in New York. I have a diverse set of interests and skills, and so I believe I can effectively tutor many different subject areas. I am an American History buff and have studied government/politics both in college and law school. I was trained in writing and public speaking in law school, and have employed both skills in various capacities since I...

...as math, science, and Spanish in High School. Spanish is the second language I have learned when growing up. My family are Latinos so I am fluent in this language. Being the first in my family to graduate from college, I do believe that an education is absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life. I will use positive encouragement to promote confidence and step-by-step guidance in tackling a problem. I will asses the student's...

...to structure your writing most effectively. Because my focus is on helping you go deeper into your own ideas and helping you develop and organize your thoughts and writing, there is no subject we can't create great writing on together. I am a graduate of The Dalton School and Wesleyan University, and have tutored and worked in the Writing Workshop of both institutions. My academic writing has won the GLAAD Prize, a nationally recognized award...

Graduate of the University of Colorado Boulder living in Brooklyn, NY with a BFA in Film Production. Here to help you improve your test scores in Spanish, your writing and research skills for essays, and impart some movie wisdom onto you.

...am a playwright, educator, and graduate of Bard College. I work part time as a literary assistant at off-Broadway theater Playwrights Horizons, where I read play submissions and write thoughtful response letters. For three years, I worked as Enrichment Director at a Shakespeare education program at New Pond Farm in Redding, Connecticut. I helped teenaged actors struggle through difficult passages of iambic pentameter in Twelfth Night and Macbeth. The goal was not only to understand...

...strategies of how to tackle these sections can make the tests much more approachable and fun. I also enjoy teaching essay writing and inspiring students to write captivating, unique college or graduate school essays. I recently spent an academic year tutoring middle school students in a Los Angeles public school. I am a firm believer in inquisitive, question-based learning. I have a lot of energy and love to share my joy of all things English...