Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Hempstead, NY

I am a 1580/1600 SAT scorer and 177/180 LSAT scorer who is passionate about helping others achieve similar results. I know the SAT and LSAT to be learnable tests, and I am excited to help others get to their goals.

...background in learning theory (via doctorate in neuroscience) I have a great deal of experience teaching and tutoring a diverse body: from volunteer work with under privileged youth, to teaching MIT and Harvard undergraduate and graduate students, to enableing professors and post-docs to transition between fields, and even to coaching wrestling. My own hobbies/passions include both the mental and physical and include rock climbing, weight lifting, Brazilian jiu jitsu, theoretical computer science ("mathematical epistemology"), modern...

I'm a CPA. I love meeting new people and helping others learn. I arrived at where I am today from the help of some great tutors and teachers and am hoping to return that favor and help others succeed.

...a variety of scientific topics, while I am also the Head Program Director of Youth Mentoring at UVA. I was also involved in tutoring throughout high school, where I worked with a group of special needs students. While I tutor in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Science (especially Biology and Chemistry), and Humanities, which are most strongly reflected in my own studies. In my experience in the areas of...

...a local elementary school, helping 3rd and 5th graders with English grammar and sentence writing. Throughout my educational career, I have had experience with numerous writing modes, such as personal narratives, argumentative essays, lab reports, scientific literature reviews, resumes/cover letters, and college/graduate school admissions essays. I have almost 4 years of experience mentoring prospective college students, helping them throughout the college admissions and orientation processes. During my free time, you can find me listening to...

...graduated from Hofstra with my Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Minor in Forensic Science in the Honors Program there. I started tutoring through the Learning Centers over 5 years ago which helped me realize that teaching others was something I loved to do. This coupled with my passion for Science and a wide range of topics motivated me to excel. I have experience working with a wide range of students from as young...

...of working with a diverse range of students, helping them navigate the challenges of their studies, from mastering the complexities of legal reasoning to enhancing their reading and writing skills. My approach to tutoring is centered on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment tailored to each student's unique needs. I believe that education is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and I strive to adapt my teaching methods to match the learning style, strengths, and interests...

...Bridgeport School Volunteer Association. At 15, my first student was a 4th grade girl who was about to repeat the fourth grade for the third time. Through my time with her, she was able to progress to the 7th grade and is now in high school. In the past three years, I have become more specialized in tutoring for science standard exams and frequently tutor in AP Biology, AP Chemistry, SAT II Biology, and SAT...

I am a graduate of the University of Toronto, Reichman University, and Western Governors University. I have been teaching children, youth, and adults in various academic settings since 2008. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style is that of open discourse and conversation, actively involving students in their own learning journey by connecting lesson material to their own interests and hobbies. I specialize in homework assistance and exam preparation.

...at Thomas Jefferson University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences at TJU this past May. While I am interested in tutoring a range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biological Sciences, particularly Cell Biology, Microbiology, and General Chemistry. I also have extensive knowledge on laboratory experiments and equipment as well as familiarity with biology and microbiology laboratory settings. I would be happy to assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, lab...

...of Arts in Political Science with a focus on International Relations, and a minor in Philosophy. Since graduation, I've been interning at a policy think-tank in Washington, D.C. I really enjoy tutoring a broad range of subjectsfrom math to test prep to writingbecause it keeps me intellectually active and on my toes. I really like to tutor by leading my partner through an analysis of his/her thought process in problem-solving; I've found it's a really...

...biology, but I am able to tutor other subject areas like reading, writing, chemistry, and physics. My tutoring style is very student oriented with some lecturing. I make sure that most of the time I am asking questions, even if it is basic, just to get the student to always be on his/her feet. I also make sure to use a lot of diagrams and flow charts when teaching. Outside of school, I spend a...

...and SAT Math test preparation. I graduated with a math degree from Stanford University, and am currently pursuing a PhD in history at the University of Washington. While new to Varsity Tutors, I have years of experience as a private tutor, as well as classroom teaching experience as a Teaching Assistant. For me, tutoring is very student-directed. My teaching style emphasizes flexibility and exploring the kind of learning most suitable to each student. My teaching...

...can go through practice questions from a resource of your choosing. I'm a firm believer in repetition and practice, so the more practice questions we do together, the better! For essay writing practice and English language tutoring, we can focus on whatever you need help with. We can go over the fundamentals of what makes a good expository essay and practice building out an essay from a simple, effective skeleton. I'm happy to teach grammar...

...Pittsburgh. As a future librarian, I am passionate about spreading knowledge and helping students become excited about learning. My high GRE scores allowed me to attend the graduate program of my dreams, and I want to help other aspiring graduate students achieve the same success. I have extensive experience in tutoring in writing, particularly essays and personal statements, and have also worked as an SAT tutor. In addition to tutoring for the SAT and GRE,...

...tests I have unique insight into the best methods by which a student can both learn the material and be ready for any form of question that might come their way. I believe in customizing my teaching method to best suit each individual's strengths and compensate for any possible weaknesses. The goal I aim for is to prepare the student to be flexible and comfortable with the material and ready to change their approach as...

...Bachelor's in English and Philosophy. During my years of graduate study, I worked as a University teaching assistant in History of the English Language and Medieval Literature classes, holding office hours and assisting students each week with their homework and course material. I am passionate about bringing knowledge to others, especially as an author, either through teaching, tutoring, writing academic articles and textbooks (with a co-authored volume on Medieval Literature scheduled for publication with Routledge),...

...courses were of my own design, while others were discussion sections for larger lecture courses and courses built on pre-existing syllabi. At the high school level I taught English Language Arts for 11th and 12th graders -- my 12th grade class was Advanced Placement for English Literature. I am currently tutoring students in English Language Arts, including instruction in verbal skills, essay writing, reading comprehension, and test preparation (Regents, SATs). My students have come from...

...incredibly rewarding. I discovered my love for it when I had to help my younger family members as I was the oldest and I always the first to do something so I'd have to mentor those before me. I just find the best part about tutoring is when a student just gets it. When it finally all clicks. My philosophy is that I don't give up on students because I know all of them that...

...My teaching style is very interactive; I help the students to learn how to solve a problem and every other problem similar to it. I do not focus on only the problem at hand, instead I focus on all aspects that could be derived from such a problem and thus give my students a broad understanding of the topic at hand. My students have gone on to do well in school and get accepted into...