Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...big-picture mentality, understanding that students learn in different ways. I believe the most important thing in teaching is to frame the problem in a way that the student can understand what the bigger questions are, and to create their own frameworks to address issues without outside assistance. I also believe in encouraging consistent and efficient study habits so that students know how to study most effectively. Outside of work, I love to ballroom dance and...

...of the SAT I was much more interested in listening to my mp3 player than doing well on the test. Fast forward a few years: Today I take my classes seriously and am always looking for ways to improve myself as a scholar. You might ask, "What happened during those in-between years?" The answer is that I discovered several passions. I now have a passion for seeking out ways to change the society we live...

I am Ivy League educated and have the tools to help students achieve academic success. I am committed to education and inspiring students to achieve a lifelong love of learning and confidence from realizing they can achieve their goals. ... Individualize material and approach for each student.... Introduce ourselves, and go over our preferences and styles.... Teach him to learn critical thinking and enjoy learning.... Break down the activity into smaller goals.... Discuss the reading passage...

I'm a current student at Columbia University studying sociology and business management. I'm passionate about helping others learn new material and reach new heights of academic excellence. In my free time, I'm usually visiting art museums, in a ballet class, or exploring the city. Feel free to reach out to me with any further questions!... All students can reach excellence when given the type of instruction that fits their unique learning style.... The first thing I...

...became a Pilates instructor, and also played drums and wrote music professionally! As a result, I can truly get in the mindset of a student who is learning something - NO question is out-of-bounds or silly - it all comes from a place where the mind is trying to incorporate new information. There is nothing worse than an expert "teacher" who has forgotten what the various stages of learning was like! I work with students...

...of subjects /standardized tests/essays, and helping others gain a greater sense of the material they are trying to master. More specifically, I love helping other students work through the intricacies of mathematics and programming problems and I strive to try to make myself smarter and more insightful through the process, as well! I have a wealth of experience in peer tutoring and along with the knowledge I have gained through my coursework, I am confident...

...attending Connecticut College studying Psychology with a minor in Applied Statistics. I know how hard it can be to learn new material and to find a tutor a student can connect with. In my studies, I have learned many techniques to stay organized and thoroughly understand course content, while being sensitive to the variation in how people learn differently. In addition to tutoring, my interests include fashion and beauty, dance, hiking, and skiing.

...students in: Statistics (both AP and college level), Physics (regents, high school, AP, and SAT II), Math (SAT, SAT II level 1 and 2, Algebra, Trig, Pre-Calc, and Business Math), and Business (Graduate level Finance and Marketing). I have tutored students preparing for the SAT, SSAT, and ISEE exams and am qualified and prepared to tutor the ACT and GMAT tests. My SAT students have had extremely positive results, averaging over 275 points of improvement....

...agent intern. Last year I worked as a substitute teacher for grades K-12 in six school districts while I was studying for my Masters. This year I am finishing up my Masters and will graduate in the Fall with a Masters of Science in Childhood Education with a Bilingual Extension. I am proud to say that I just got a full time teaching job as an elementary ESL teacher! I was very grateful that the...

...my student. I've tutored students in writing, reading, test prep, and math, in both one-on-one sessions and in groups. I'm most passionate about teaching writing. Whether it's a college essay or a book report, I believe empowering a student to communicate in their own voice is one of the most crucial skills someone can have. In addition to tutoring, I'm also a cartoonist and writer. When I'm not teaching, I enjoy drawing, playing piano, and...

...mastering the mechanics of grammar, I provide personalized support that meets students where they are and helps them excel. My experience as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for three communications-based courses at Boston University School of Public Health has allowed me to support students in developing strong writing, critical thinking, and presentation skills at the graduate level. Additionally, as a Peer Coach, I was recognized as Peer Coach of the Month for my dedication to helping...

...Organic and General Chemistry, Biology (Cellular, Molecular, Developmental, and Genetics), and Physics, each for minimum of one year. The reason I agreed to tutor again and again each year they approached me is because I simply loved it. It is hard to describe the wonderful feeling of seeing a student you helped master the material in front of you and run through problems like they're nothing. My favorite question since childhood has been "why?". I...

...skills to hold the attention of a room full of teenagers. Educators must be well-rounded people, and teaching classics requires a particularly broad knowledge base: one must juggle history, philosophy, religion, politics, culture, and more in order to give proper context to students. Double-majoring in classics and religion at Hunter College, I had the opportunity to study and interpret foundational texts from a wide range of cultural traditions. My undergraduate course included not only a...

...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 as...

...essays--ranging from personal narratives to research papers. I've also worked closely with a family of two children, now 14 and 17, and I have helped them with everything from deep literary analysis to homework organization, from Spanish flashcards to SAT prep, from short piano lessons to high school admissions quizzes. In May, I graduated with Summa Cum Laude honors from NYU's Gallatin School of Interdisciplinary Study. In addition to my experience tutoring, I have taught...

...with a Bachelors in Science in International Politics, with a concentration in International Security Studies. I have extensive experience tutoring high school and college-level Spanish. I have also taught English, Writing, and Editing to middle school and high school students. As a writer-by-trade, I can help students improve the style and structure of their writing, as well as teach grammar and copy editing. I have also tutored History, Science, Economics, and Social Studies -- all...

I first discovered tutoring in my Junior year of undergraduate studies when peers would come to me for assistance with writing and psychology. Moving through my graduate education and doctoral studies, I continued to seek out opportunities to teach and encourage others to learn. I have a student-centered teaching approach that is customized to your learning style. I look forward to working with you to achieve success in education!

...have been an editor for our newspaper for the past 2.5 years, contributing up to 3 articles bi-weekly for my beloved publication. Additionally, I have written for many other on-campus and professional publications, as well as writing and recording news shows as News Director of the radio station. I have a lot of energy and passion for writing and I have been told that I have a talent for spreading that spirit. I am realistic,...

...classes in acting, history, musical theater, and even swimming! It is my experience that all students learn differently, and I enjoy finding with each student the best path for optimal results. Usually this means finding the intersection between the student's own interests and what the material has to offer. Outside of teaching, I enjoy running, yoga, reading, discovering anything at all, and watching the Bulls try valiantly in the NBA. I am also an actor...

I believe education plays a vital role in the success of young people. I believe everyone is capable of learning given proper opportunities and sufficient attention. Most importantly, I believe I understand how to help, motivate, and communicate what I have learned to students and can therefore contribute to enhancing the prospects of young people.