Katie
Certified Tutor
...the Upper East Side. I have my Bachelors degree from the University of Michigan and I just received my Master degree in Childhood and Special Education from NYU. As an elementary teacher, I understand how important it is for students to get that individual attention that they may not always get in the classroom (despite...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Communication Studies
Master of Arts, Childhood Education, Special Education
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 700
Chijioke
Certified Tutor
...instructor. These different positions have pushed me to broaden my perspective on how to communicate with students and address the topics they do not understand. While my educational background has more than prepared me to understand the basics of the science subjects that my students were studying, my goal as an instructor reaches beyond simply...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Masters, Biology, General
Bethany
Certified Tutor
...undergraduate students on their college writing assignments. Prior to this, I was a 7th grade English teacher working with younger pupils on grammatical structure. I think it is important for students to have confidence and feel relaxed in their approach to writing. The best way to improve in writing is to consistently practice and understand...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, English Education grades 7-12
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
State Certified Teacher
Emma
Certified Tutor
I'm an NYU (New York University) student pursuing a degree in Economics. I'm a hands on tutor who loves students, and I'm passionate about sharing my interests. I graduated high school with a bilingual diploma in Spanish, am familiar with Spanish language and culture, and have traveled widely. I'm also an avid writer and blogger.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 800
Naama
Certified Tutor
...two passions! I'm also a translator, linguistics nerd, avid reader, and fabulous teacher. I went to NYU and studied Linguistics, and am continuing my studies for an Applied Linguistics Masters here in California. I have been teaching and tutoring for many years, since I started college. I've done private SAT Prep tutoring both here and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 730
Mike
Certified Tutor
...large classes, as an instructor, I made every effort to work one-on-one with my students during office hours and through appointments. I am currently working as a research associate, yet I plan on teaching at the college level again in the future. I would love to continue to hone my craft as a teacher and...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
PHD, Anthropology
Eitan
Certified Tutor
...a year off in-between my undergraduate coursework and medical school in order to conduct neuroscience research at the University of Arizona's Tucson campus. My diverse background in both the sciences and humanities means that I can tutor a variety of topics ranging from Literature to Organic Chemistry, including the SAT and ACT. I believe I...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34
Leila
Certified Tutor
...*My students benefit from my over ten years of teaching experience, so they can start talking in half a year or even an eight-week-long semester, such as pronunciation close to a native level or speaking survival Chinese. **In addition, I promote interactive learning and emphasize student-centered teaching to help students achieve their goals at all...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Daming
Certified Tutor
...use the right approach. I enjoy tutoring one-on-one, because I am able to focus solely on the needs of one individual. I like to pass on my knowledge to all my students with patience, challenges, and without overwhelming them or giving them the answers directly. In the past several years, I have tutored students ranging...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics; Finance; Marketing
Masters in Business Administration, Finance
SAT Math: 790
Arin
Certified Tutor
...What a responsibility! By taking this charge seriously and conceptualizing it fully we can positively impact the quality and veracity of our students' thinking. I am invested in the intricacies of pedagogy. My experience of teaching at multiple universities such as GMU, Miami-Dade, New College of Florida, American and NYU affords me the opportunity to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
PHD, Performance Studies
SAT Verbal: 800
Denise
Certified Tutor
...into simple parts, and every problem is solvable when you approach it with confidence. One of my specialties is making difficult subjects both engaging and easily accessible. Students are often better able to grasp complicated concepts when they're viewed in an interdisciplinary context. As an artist and techie, I frequently call on both my creative...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music/Media Arts
Master of Arts, Music Composition & Technology
Samantha
Certified Tutor
...but I have been working with students in a variety of academic settings for almost 8 years. I understand the tools and strategies needed to tutor and guide students with their studies. I have been focusing on tutoring students one-on-one in the past few years. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Music, Psychology
Master of Arts, Music Education
State Certified Teacher
Alexandra
Certified Tutor
...my time there. I also am skilled in Spanish grammar and conversation from completing a Spanish Language minor. Those I have tutored have averaged a 20 point increase in test scores and their overall average. I specialize in homework help and prepping students for tests. When teaching, I'm very hands on and write out notes...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Verbal: 770
Evan
Certified Tutor
...Chinese and English. I recently finished my Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and minor in History at the University of Washington (Seattle campus) and I am going to start dental school at NYU next school year. Science and math have always been my strong subjects and I love learning more about our natural world. In my...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
SAT Math: 730
Ren
Certified Tutor
...in midtown. I've been tutoring since I was in high school. My strong suits are math and Chinese (a little stereotypical, I know. But I can't change what I'm good at!). Now a little about my hobbies... I don't know anything about music, in fact I took an elementary piano lesson in my last semester...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Math: 700
Elizabeth
Certified Tutor
...component of the curriculum includes exercises aimed at developing the student's fundamental writing skills, including character and setting, structure and developing narrative voice. Writing assignments include both traditional prompts as well as the incorporation of technology and the influence of other media, such as music and fine art. Upon the completion of my MFA in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Film
Master of Fine Arts, Writing
Kris
Certified Tutor
...12 years. Throughout my early years of service working with various ages of students in middle school, high school, and at the college level, I had concluded that I could best serve mankind by teaching inner city students in secondary school to learn to read and write through the appreciation of literature.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher
Lauren
Certified Tutor
...academic essay or a creative piece. I have experience tutoring writing subjects from the 1st grade to college undergraduate levels. By practicing methods such as outlining and concept mapping, I help students see writing as a puzzle that can be solved to create a coherent picture rather than a jumble of ideas thrown at a...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Cinema Studies
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Chloe
Certified Tutor
I'm a writer and editor with a passion for learning that I love to share -- I've been told my tag line should be "let's find out!" I'm a native Austinite, but I lived in New York while I got...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
Masters, Master of Global Policy Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800
Esther
Certified Tutor
...the contiguous United States. I studied Romance Languages in the big city, with minors in Psychology and Business, and I also studied abroad in Paris before receiving my Bachelor's degree in 2011. I am currently studying French Literary Translation at NYU and looking forward to visiting those sweet pastry shops of Paris again. I have...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Romance Languages
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 750
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