Award-Winning Gifted Tutors serving Westchester, NY

...graduate student at the University of Chicago, I probably wouldn't have believed you, because for most of my childhood and teenage years I hated school, even though I was often described as a "promising" student. Everything changed for me when I took an AP History course my junior year: for the first time, I realized I had a personal investment in learning. Most immediately, I realized that the better my grades were, the more freedom...

...educational positions. I taught weekend history courses to high school students for the New York Historical Society, co-taught AP Art History at a private high school, and did gallery storytelling for children for the Met. I currently hold a BA in Art History, MA in Art History from University of Chicago, MA in Education from University of London. I moved to London in 2014 so that I could move more completely into the educational field,...

...positive and patient tutor, but that doesn't mean I'm easy. To the credit of my students, I've witnessed much improvement in their study skills and reading comprehension. I firmly believe hard work and education will make a person the best he or she can be. I work as hard as I can to get my students to a place where they understand the best ways for them to learn, and I aim to inspire a...

...at my school's Center for Writing and Public Discourse for the past three years. I was a member of my school's Educational Task Force where I taught weekend seminars for high school students who were brave enough to come in on Saturday mornings. For these students (many of whom were the first in their families to apply to college), I provided college essay help and was the lead teacher for a semester-long photojournalism/spoken-word course. Last...

...Varsity Tutors because I have a deep passion for learning and the journey of thinking. My obsession is philosophy, which as a kind of over-arching discipline concerning the knowledge of what is, disperses me into many of the various subjects within which the joy of thinking can inhabit. I am excited to work with students and learn from them and see the ways in which their thinking can develop, as well as help them acquire...

...Nonfiction Writing at Goucher College. My career has centered on education: I taught undergraduates and graduate students in the creative writing department at Johns Hopkins for two years. I then taught essay and academic writing at George Washington University for seven years. During that time, I combined my writing with my love of travel by backpacking through Europe, the Middle East, and Asia and writing about my adventures. I am currently working on a book...

...educational administrator who recently started a business. I live in Brooklyn and I'm originally from Jacksonville, Florida. I've lived all over the country in Los Angeles, Chicago, Florida, and NYC. Formerly I practiced bankruptcy law. I have passed the bar exam in three states via self-study on my first try for each: California (2015), New York (2020 UBE), and Illinois (2007). On the UBE I scored in the top 8 percentile. During the past few...

...quantitative methods (regression, applied econometrics, experimental methods). My teaching experience in the past has included SAT/ACT prep, essay revision, mathematics tutoring, and specific SAT Subject Test tutoring. Now that I've almost finished my time as a college student, I would be happy to walk other students through ways to read an academic text, study methods, and specific college coursework questions. I am a previous teacher through Americorps in their summer program for future first gen...

...the 1947 Partition of India and Pakistan. I was awarded both the Davenport Grant for study of public affairs and the Tololyan Fund for study of diasporas and transnationalism, with which I was able to traverse the Indian subcontinent, interview family members, and conduct independent research. This experience confirmed my love for stories and their potential to build compassion, and so upon graduation, I continued pursuing historical, archival, and educational work as a William J....

...New York Graduate Center. Since moving to New York, I have worked with high school science students as a National Science Foundation Fellow, and have been teaching college-level anthropology for the past two and a half years. I tutor in a number of subjects, including Anthropology, Anatomy, Earth Science, Reading and Writing. Above all, I believe that academic success starts with solid goal-setting, organization and breaking down material that feels overwhelming into easily accessible portions....

...school algebra. I learned from working with my brother Joseph, who has autism, that every student requires a different approach. I scored in the 98th percentile on the SAT and many AP exams, and I've helped many people increase their scores on standardized tests. I'm an engineering student, so I use math, chemistry, and physics knowledge on a daily basis. I bring a systematic problem-solving approach to tutoring. I'm happy to bring my patience and...

I am a certified music teacher, 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!

...of formal classroom settings. Though my wide range of tutoring experiences has taught me to adapt to different learning styles and personalities, it has also left me with the understanding that every path to academic success begins with confidence and a positive attitude. My approach to teaching is based on positive reinforcement, encouragement, and the belief that every wrong answer simply brings us one step closer to finding the right one. Though I tutor many...

...in Midtown covering real estate. My tutoring experience ranges from first-grade students memorizing their first set of vocabulary words to gifted middle schoolers working three grades ahead in language arts to stressed-out seniors applying to college. No matter the age or subject at hand, I try to bring a sense of process and purpose to my sessions, creating original lesson plans to supplement class materials. My ideal session ends with a student understanding not only...

...ahead. I enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities. I make your challenges mine, and we work together to design an individualized learning technique. I strive to make learning fun, and we set realistic goals. I am qualified to teach middle and high school math, chemistry, and English writing and literature. I can also help with preparation and test-taking strategies for the ISEE, SAT, and ACT. I can be your guide and critic...

...English/reading. My tutoring philosophy is based around the concept of being patient. It may take a student a while to understand a concept, but the moment when he or she does, it is extremely rewarding for the tutor, the parents, and the student. I like to instill confidence in my students as well as help them understand the academic lesson at hand. The best experience of my life was when I studied abroad in Paris...

...from Japan to China. Because my grandma served as a mentor who believed that 'I can do it', I remained confident and went from bottom of class to top. Ultimately, we will not only work on your weakness, but also develop mental and physical toughness. Tutoring experience: spent 2 years in college tutoring pre-meds in Organic chemistry, and student athletes in Physics, Biology, and Chinese. Upon graduation, I spent 1 year tutoring elementary students in...

...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 the same time. I...

...I am a patient and understanding person who absolutely loves to help people which is one of the reasons I love to tutor. I try to go above and beyond in helping my students to truly understand and connect with the subject I am helping them with. I believe it is very important for me to be able to relate with my students, therefore, I reach out to them on a personal level in such...

...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 students who learn differently...