Top Gifted Tutors serving Long Island

Laura: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Standards in both Math and Literacy for the elementary grades, with particular expertise in the third and fourth grade standards. In addition to my ability to tutor elementary aged students, as an undergraduate student at Columbia I tutored middle school aged students through the Double Discovery Center. I have a strong background in the humanities and in writing, and have had demonstrated success in preparing students for standardized tests. With my background in teaching and...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science; Human Rights
Relay Graduate School of Education - Master of Arts, Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 750

Kristen: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...and my interest my other subjects of knowledge have developed over the years. Outside of academics, I am a musician. I have played percussion from sixth grade and throughout college, and I hope to continue this passion in a more informal setting. I played snare drum on the drumline throughout high school and college, and that was a major highlight of my educational experience. I also enjoy arts and crafts, running, and exploring New York...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor of Science, Math, Economics

Imran: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...to teach is physics because many students view it as a hard science, but after tutoring, they feel it to be much more intuitive than they initially believed. I believe that patience is the most important quality during tutoring. I will take any measure needed to ensure my students feel comfortable with the material and are able to confidently approach it. I enjoy visiting museums and finding new interests in my free time. There are...
Education & Certification
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
SAT Math: 740

Sophie: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
I am a student at Tufts University studying Peace and Justice Studies and Sociology. I have a variety of experience tutoring K-12 students in all academic subjects. I strongly believe that each student learns differently. Therefore, I ensure that my teaching skills are adjusted so that they are an ideal fit for each student I tutor.... Every student is capable of success! They must simply discover the best methods of learning and teaching that work for...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Current Undergrad, Peace & Justice Studies
ACT Composite: 32

Daniel: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...pre-K through 12th grade, and a nationally touring stand up comedian. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about reading, writing and public speaking. I believe in making learning fun, and showing students how the subject is relevant to their life in a very practical way. I'm also a big believer in self learning; whenever possible I try to guide the students to the point where they can find the...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 720

David: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...NormaTec boots are of interest to exercise physiologists because of their potential to decrease recovery time and enhance performance. Under the mentorship of Dr. Hatfield, I investigated the relationship between sleep, burnout, and performance in collegiate female runners. I saw this as an opportunity to investigate the psychological contributions to performance. The results of this analysis were presented at the New England ACSM as part of the graduate student award competition. Under Dr. Hatfield, my...
Education & Certification
University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Biological Sciences, KInesiology
University of Rhode Island - Master of Science, Exercise Science

Ning: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...easy and beautiful. Since I studied my math in China, I feel comfortable to transfer these concepts to the US classroom. I consider math and psychology as sciences and I believe the two can be used to understand each other. Besides math and psychology, as I've mentioned, I also tutor Chinese. In fact, I am currently tutoring an elementary student. Through my tutoring experience I have found ways to modify standards and to to gain...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Harry: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...no matter what subject I tutor, it is my goal not just to help the student memorize information and facts, but to lead them towards understanding the underlying goals and structure of the test or assignment itself. To this end, in my lessons I often incorporate cutting-edge mindfulness-awareness and associative memory techniques based both on ancient tradition and cutting-edge brain science to aid my students towards deeper understanding, increased scholastic confidence, and reduced stress. I...
Education & Certification
Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Theater
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 730

Subha: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...needs of each student, developing materials, reporting on progress, and managing educational time. I love playing with my three children and working with them. I like to keep up with my own reading and writing when I can, and I also volunteer to teach SAT mathematics (a subject in which I have a geeks need to study and learn more about all the time!). I have a new-found interest in art after teaching "Learning to...
Education & Certification
Bangalore Institute of Engineering - Bachelors, Industrial Engineering & Management
London Graduate School of Management - Masters, Marketing

Ryan: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...few of my strategies: -- Each test is a game, treat it like one! All games have rules. There are free points on every test that can be won by just knowing these rules! -- Study smarter, not longer. Once we know the rules, we can apply them to make our study hours more effective. Fewer hours spent cramming and better scores! -- Relax! Being anxious about your grade doesn't help you take the test....
Education & Certification
Marymount Manhattan College - Bachelors, BFA -- Acting

Samuel: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...The King's College. I have tutored several of my peers in the past on coursework ranging from logic to math and political thought. I enjoy tutoring public speaking and writing most, though I also tutor AP Government, SAT, and the ACT. I tend to explain a problem/concept before having a student tackle it. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching TED videos, and cooking without recipes. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
The King's College, New York City - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Matt: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...to adults at American Language Communication Center in Manhattan. I am responsible for crafting and executing lesson plans, which I strive to make as engaging and effective as possible. Prior to teaching English I was a journalist and writer for seven years, contributing to publications such as The Village Voice, LA Weekly, and Minneapolis City Pages. These experiences honed my writing and grammar skills to the highest level in addition to fostering a love of...
Education & Certification
University of Iowa - Bachelors, Political Science, Journalism and Mass Communication
ACT Reading: 32

Sasha: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...a public high school in New Jersey for three years and really enjoyed working with students. Additionally, I've had success on the SAT and the GMAT exams, and look forward to sharing my tips and tricks with students or business school applicants who are gearing up for these exams. Finally, having worked with a wide range of students, including many with IEPs or Section 504 accomodations, I have lots of strategies and ideas to help...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Arts, Science Education
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 760

Jess: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...every student has the right and ability to excel, and I acknowledge that every student learns differently. I always take the time to identify how my students learn best and adapt my teaching methods to meet their needs. I have developed teaching methods for all styles of learners that include kinesthetic activities, cartooning, and guided conversations. I firmly believe that outstanding achievement can, and should be, accessible to all students. Outside of education, I work...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Anthropology and Dramatic Art
SAT Writing: 700

Rachel: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...and writing, whether it be for an essay prompt on an assigned novel or for SAT prep. By the end of a session, you'll be better equipped with skills that will help you not just with your current assignment but also with any reading or writing assignment in the future. In my spare time, when I'm not reading all the books I can get my hands on, I enjoy playing piano and singing.
Education & Certification
Portland State University, University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, piano performance, English
CUNY Brooklyn College - Master of Arts, Teaching English to Grades 7-12
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 780
SAT Writing: 710

Sherry: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...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 in social sciences, including statistics, biostatistics, psychology, etc. I am looking forward to meeting new students. My teaching philosophy is to let students get the most out of the sessions and I am very flexible to...
Education & Certification
St. John's University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
St. John's University - Master of Arts, Psychology

Jenna: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...and enjoy finding new teaching strategies to reach all of my students. I have taught both in general education and special education settings. I firmly believe every child has the potential to find success in school and am passionate about working to serve all of my students. I am excited to begin tutoring and use my skills as a teacher to support children outside of my school community. I have a wealth of resources from...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Relay Graduate School of Education - Master of Arts Teaching, Childhood Education

Brandy: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Ministry, and an A.M. in Comparative Literature and African-American Studies from Duke University. I recently moved to New York to write my dissertation, and am already wondering why I didn't move here sooner! I have tutored a variety of subjects and specialize in test preparation. Most recently, I took the GRE to get into my doctoral programs. I love tutoring as it give me an opportunity to be a teacher, coach, and cheerleader all at...
Education & Certification
Azusa Pacific University - Bachelors, Religion, Psychology
Vanderbilt University - Doctor of Philosophy, Religion, Philosophy

Nadja : Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
...which gave me a much richer connection to the history, literature, arts, and geography of this part of the world. After graduation, I stayed on in London tutoring history. I recently returned to NYC to work in museums here and to work with individual students, hoping to entice in them the great love of the humanities that I was exposed to by great tutors, courses, and travels. I wanted to work for Enjoy Education tutoring...
Education & Certification
BA - Bachelor in Arts, Art History
University of Chicago - Master of Arts, Art History/Humanities

William: Long Island Gifted tutor
Certified Gifted Tutor in Long Island, NY
Over my years of working as a tutor at Monmouth University, where I completed my bachelor's degree in Political Science, International Relations, and Spanish, I met hundreds of students who taught me the joy of teaching. Every student brought with him or her unique traits which exposed me to a vast array of learning styles, aptitudes, and aspirations, and allowed me to hone my abilities to make meaningful connections with students in order to help...
Education & Certification
Monmouth University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
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