Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...about giving my students the skills they need to tell their own stories in the ways they want to tell them. I have years of writing experience in workshop classes and literary reviews, in addition to my volunteer experience in teaching English as a second language (ESL). In college, I volunteered at my university's international student conversation practicum. When I got to Boston, I completed a month-long training to teach English at the Boston Chinatown...

...education and I know how much of an impact they can make. Having that kind of personal support made a huge difference in my education, and I hope to do that for others. While in college, I tutored music theory, ear training, and piano. Music has always been one of my favorite subjects to help others with because I come from a household of musicians! I also have always had a knack for patterns and...

...rising sophomore at New York University, where I am focusing on history, politics, and philosophy. During my senior year of high school, I worked as both a volunteer student assistant at my local elementary school and as a volleyball coach, which is when I first realized how much I enjoy providing instruction and a positive learning environment to people. Having just been through the college application and selection process myself, I am passionate about helping...

...undergraduate degree in Mass Communication from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I taught tenth and twelfth grade English to both AP and general classes and am AP College Board certified. In graduate school, I focused specifically on the works of Shakespeare, lyric poetry and modern and post-modern American literature. I have also taught journalism and public speaking. I am a state certified teacher for grades 6-12 and also have experience tutoring college age students....

...a dedicated Special Educator with experience working in a variety of educational settings. The concept that "all children can learn" has sculpted a solid foundation for teaching that promotes the importance of supporting the needs of all students. I am certified to teach children from Birth-Grade 6, and do have experience tutoring students at the high school and college level. I consider English/Language Arts to be my strongest content area, but am comfortable tutoring in...

...original research more than 25 times at conferences around the country and wrote a thesis for both my undergraduate and masters thesis. I'm highly comfortable with academic and creative writing and would love to help you with outlining, proofreading, brainstorming, editing, or whatever other writing questions you might have. Outside of tutoring, I write and review young adult fiction and work as a freelance journalist in the book community. I'd love to talk with your...

...Wesleyan, I've helped both freshmen and seniors structure, craft, and refine their essays. My approach towards teaching is to focus on long-term learning: yes, we'll master tips, tricks and test strategies, but we'll also work on developing the key skills and approaches that will help you succeed in all areas. I truly believe there's no one method for success -- it's a matter of figuring out what works for you and understanding your own strengths...

...for students in English subjects, including essay editing and homework assistance, as well as in music, psychology, and elementary education. My teaching philosophy centers on creating engaging and productive sessions that inspire confidence and curiosity. I am passionate about helping students realize their potential, as I believe education is a powerful tool for enhancing life experiences. In my free time, I enjoy singing in a choir, babysitting, and discovering new films and series with friends...

My name is Brandon Ortiz and I am a recent graduate from Yale University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. I have a strong background in math and science, and can also help with English grammar and Spanish. I look forward to helping you, and please reach out if you have any questions!

...lot of time in tutoring and teaching. In high school, I volunteered my time as a member of the National Honor Society and homework help with with my five younger siblings has always been my responsibility. Now as an undergraduate at The Macaulay Honors College at The City College of New York, I tutor at the Math Center and am enthusiastic about tutoring with Varsity Tutors! What differentiates me from other tutors is my accommodating...

I am an accomplished teacher and lifelong learner who believes that developing and nurturing relationships leads to more effective teaching and more meaningful learning!

...tremendously. I also believe that each student is different and their tutoring should be tailored to their strengths and weaknesses. That is why I approach each student individually and attempt to match the sessions to what will be most helpful for each student. I am a positive person and will always approach a student with a positive outlook, even when they are having difficulty, because confidence is one key element in academic success. I have...

...on Anglo-American poetry to students from grades 6-12 at the Vasant Valley School in New Delhi, India. At Vasant Valley, I taught over a hundred students about the fundamental components of English-language poetry and introduced them to select poems from several British and American poetic movements. I also helped students strengthen their writing skills through imitation writing exercises. Additionally, I tutored several students outside of class both at Vasant Valley and in southern Lebanon. Through...

...can boost a score. I had a great SAT prep tutor when I was in high school, and even though I only met with him twice, my score went up significantly! I love teaching and have over two years of classroom experience. I love to read and believe that through reading, one can improve every aspect of one's life, and I mean that genuinely. I hope to inspire students to continue to read and write...

...be queer, I often focus (but don't limit) my work -- be it essays or songs -- around these intersecting identities and the ways they impact my interior and our exterior worlds. Apart from my end-all goal of cultivating spaces with other like-minded artists and teachers (the healers) for our people to be seen and heard, I'm out here continuing to lay the foundation for individual narratives, like my own, to be honest sources of...

...developed a passion for the sciences and, in turn, grew to enjoy teaching others about their principles. As someone who had to balance a rigorous academic workload with being captain of the varsity football team and a fraternity member, I understand the academic obstacles students face. It is my hope that I can use my background and experiences to help students reach their full potential! I am prepared to tutor for the MCAT, AP Physics,...

...and every year brings new challenges. In an effort to meet these challenges, I recently attended Dowling College and gained my Professional Certificate in Students with Disabilities. I truly believe that every student has the ability to learn and that they each learn differently. It is the responsibility of the educator to find the best way to inspire his or her students to learn and then guide them along in the process. I like to...

...on being a patient, creative, and a passionate teacher who affects positive change by putting the needs of my students first. My didactic background, coupled with my experiential background, enables me to teach and differentiate instruction for students with a wide spectrum of abilities. My experiences have allowed me to work with multiple groups of students with diverse learning styles across several grade levels. As a result, I have experience with a wide range of...

...a huge love of Latin, grammar, and languages! I can assist with basic math up to Algebra II, English up to the college level, and Latin through the college level. I am also experienced with editing and essay composition. In my spare time, I love to play the flute and sing, hang out with friends, and take care of my two cats and dog. I love musicals and technical theatre as well! Glad to meet you!

...a double minor in LGBTQ Studies and Puerto Rican and Latino Studies. For the past four years, I have had extensive experience tutoring and mentoring children, teenagers, and adults alike. I love helping people in all aspects of life, but I'm particularly good when it comes to writing! I have a flexible schedule for online meetings and can easily transport myself through Staten Island for in-person sessions. I look forward to working with you!