Top English Tutors serving Smithtown

Julian: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...or helping a friend one-on-one and the only real problem absorbing the material is because their baseline knowledge was not as strong as it should have been. I have a lot of experience with teaching and tutoring in math and science. I also am well versed with SAT prep in test-taking strategies and time management on the test, as well as creating a plan leading up to the test. Before studying at Columbia, I was...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Melody: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
I am currently studying at Columbia University and am excited to help others reach their academic goals on Varsity Tutors.
Education & Certification
Columbia College - Bachelor in Arts, Sustainability Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

Dylan: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...Harvard University, I've been tutoring for about five years now. I come from a public high school of 240 students in middle-of-nowhere rural Connecticut. Plain and simple: I wouldn't have made it to Harvard without finding a way to enjoy studying for the SATs and other tests. My goal is to share that enthusiasm with my students. The test might be frustrating, and it might seem pointless, but I insist that every hour spent on...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Music and Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

James: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to give back in some way; one of my motivations for tutoring is to do my part in that way. In my free time, I love playing piano, running, riding my bike, and learning languages. My strongest academic interests are languages and literature, math, and art.
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Rich: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
I have always had an affinity for education. While not always the model student growing up, I discovered I loved learning when teaching was made simple. This is exactly my approach to what I bring with my brand of tutoring.... I help keep education simple, relatable, and enjoyable.... A short ice-breaker to get to know the student's personality and how I can relate that to the subject matter we're covering.... Micro assignments. Ask the student to...
Education & Certification
Albertus Magnus College - Bachelors, Business Management; Concentration Marketing

Joey: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...Math section and subject tests. I believe in supporting and encouraging my students and making material as accessible as possible, breaking down what may be difficult subject matter into terms and concepts that they already understand. I firmly believe in the potential of every student to grasp material that they may think is out of reach, and aim to reduce the stress factor of studying as much as possible. Outside of tutoring, I am a...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Samantha: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
Hi my name is Hyein Samantha Oh and I am happy to tutor any students from grades 1-12. My favorite subject is Math and Science and I am currently in college to become a math teacher! I hope to teach students in a fun and relevant environment!
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics Teacher Education

Luiza: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...I love writing, I love science, and I love math, and I love helping others succeed in these areas. This passion is all the more authentic due to my previous experience growing up as someone who faced learning difficulties in math and who entered the STEM field with a non-science background. I know what it feels like to struggle, and I also know how to overcome negative expectations about our ability (both those from people...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Science, Neuroscience

Sarie: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...volunteering at a few hospitals in order to gain more exposure to the field. In the past, I tutored for the SAT examination in Reading, Writing, and Math. I helped my students successfully achieve their goals and get into college! In addition, during college I tutored at various middle schools in the greater College Park, MD area. Most of the students I met with needed help in Math and Writing, although I also tutored in...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Economics, minor in Spanish
SAT Writing: 710
John: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...to improve any performance. I also have an advanced math aptitude that I put to use in business analysis, problem-solving (for fun!) and tutoring middle- and high-school students. I have tutored all subjects and strategies for ACT and SAT test prep. I am also the parent of teenagers (boy and girl), who have helped me understand the value of patience and encouragement when tackling high school studies and tests. My personal interests include sports, movies,...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Literature

Stefanie : Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...with a variety of needs (Autism, hearing impairment, deafness, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.). When I tutor, I focus on trying to get the child to gain confidence in themselves. If they cannot figure out the problem, I will try and help them learn process of elimination. Furthermore, I have tutored in a variety of different styles depending on the needs of the student. Currently, I am CPR, AED, Epi Pen,and Child Safety certified.
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelor in Arts, Speech Lanuage Hearing Sciences
Fatimah: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...been tutoring for many years. Throughout high school I tutored students for regents and AP exams. I was an AP scholar with distinction, and received the NYS Board of Regents Scholarship for Academic Excellence. I also worked for a local test prep company, where I tutored the ACT, SAT, AP and regents subjects. I scored in the 95th percentile on my MCAT and love tutoring for the test. I feel that I can relate to...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University 44 BABS-MD Program - Bachelor in Arts, Geography
ACT Composite: 33

Brandon: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...understanding of the material while cementing concepts in their minds. I also heavily emphasize developing intuition as opposed to rote memorization. If a student can learn the foundational ideas that underlie the sciences, they will be able to work their way through any future problems based in those foundations. I also apply this philosophy to test prep, but supplement exam studies with a strong focus on test strategy so that my students can "beat the...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 730
Sophia: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...how I overcame the troubles I had when I was learning about the foundations of writing. I also like tutoring in math, specifically Algebra 1 and Algebra 2, because of the fun nature behind these topics. I strongly believe in visualization. I think this is the best way for a student to understand concepts, especially when it comes to complex topics in math. I also believe repetition and examples are a great way to fully...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering

Robert: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...University and was a high school social studies teacher in Connecticut for five years. I love teaching and working with people to help them reach their goals. It is very rewarding. I am proud to say that I have helped people pass international English exams so they could continue their education in an English-speaking country, move to an English-speaking country, take jobs overseas, and travel to any country in the world. I teach conversational English...
Education & Certification
Eastern Connecticut State University - Bachelors, Education
University of Connecticut-Tri-Campus - Masters, Geography

David: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...should be meaningful and enjoyable and that any academic task is part of a student's personal journey of discovery. My undergraduate education at Columbia University gave me a thorough understanding of British, American, Latino, and African-American literature. My Master of Arts program in Adolescent English Education at Hunter College has enhanced my knowledge of literature while also covering the teaching skills that allow me to help students to master difficult concepts. I am a confident...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English
CUNY Hunter College - Master of Arts, English Adolescent Education
SAT Verbal: 790

Lee: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...multiple angles until the student has found an approach that is best for him or her. This requires a flexible tutor to adapt to each students individual needs. Asking questions is an integral part of the learning process and my approachable nature allows students to feel comfortable enough to ask the questions that they feel they need to. Because of this I am able to have an open and honest working relationship with all of...
Education & Certification
University of Miami - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 34

Lear: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...at Columbia Law School. I love conversing with interesting students and learning from them. That's why I love being a tutor! I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2015 with degrees in Economics and Political Science. I spent most of 2015-2016 travelling around the world. I have been to over twenty countries and four continents. My goal is to visit as many as I can! I am willing to tutor a variety of subjects...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelors, Economics, Political Science
Columbia Law School - Current Grad Student, J.D.
LSAT: 172

Beau: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...love to pass that along to all of my students. Whenever I tutor, my main objective is not simply to plant more knowledge in the student's mind, but to give them a greater understanding of broader fields of inquiry, so that they reach a greater understanding of how the different academic domains are connected and interdependent. Outside of academics, I am a Midshipman in the Navy ROTC program at my school and hope to someday...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35

Zachary: Smithtown English tutor
Certified English Tutor in Smithtown, NY
...broken down into small steps and tackled bit by bit. This makes hard problems far less scary and produces steady reward for the solver. My role in your study will be to help you find the small components in a problem and tackle each one, and provide a patient voice of encouragement for you. If you practice solving any kind of problem this way, eventually you won't believe that you ever found any subject intimidating.
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
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