Top GRE Tutors serving Long Island
David : Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
Being a tutor is not allowing the students to learn but allowing the students to have fun and enjoy learning the materials at hand. I want to inspire students to become future teachers by not only as tutors but also as peers, family members and for themselves.
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
New York Institute of Technology - Doctor of Public Health, Physical Therapy
Benjamin: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...used and how understanding can change in differing contexts, for example how people define what counts as a lie, and how our brains process emojis. At the University of Illinois, I've taught several linguistics courses, including the popular Linguistics 100 introductory course. I spent a semester abroad in Sevilla, Spain during my undergraduate studies and that remains one of the best experiences of my life. I have experience tutoring in several subjects though anything language-related...
Education & Certification
College of William and Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics and History
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Master of Arts, Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 710
Catherine: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Asking questions and finding the answers allow me to tell great stories and (hopefully) increase the level of knowledge among the public. As a recent student myself, I understand how the pressures of school can sometimes work against your innate curiosity. As a tutor, my goal is of course to help you maximize your success in school and standardized tests. But it's also (again, hopefully) to make room for curiosity, and to remind students, at...
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University of Tulsa - Bachelors, Economic, English, Math minor
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism - Masters, Health and science journalism
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Dan: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
Hi, my name is Dan. I am a recent graduate of Oberlin College, where I received a BA with honors in Comparative Literature. I just returned from a year teaching English in a French lyce (high school) and hope to carry over my teaching experience abroad into well-honed tutoring on this platform. My specialties are ESL, test preparation, and humanities subjects, especially literature, philosophy, US history and French and Spanish languages.
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
GRE Verbal: 168
John: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...in private schools, including Canisius High in Buffalo, one of New Yorks top Jesuit prep schools. I got my B.A. in English from the University of Notre Dame and a Marketing MBA from Columbia. I have a solid academic background and a passionate interest in American/English Literature. Im strong on standardized test preparation. I am able to coach students through the material, while providing solid test-taking strategy. Im a great resource for college admission essays...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelor in Arts, English
Columbia University in the City of New York - Masters in Business Administration, Marketing
Emma: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...with children of all ages from infancy to adolescence as an advocate, instructor and counselor. I have worked as a yoga instructor, camp counselor, language instructor, soccer coach and assistant teacher of art. I have supervised and created classes designed specifically for children with special needs and learning disabilities. I also have had the opportunity to work for the Time In Arts Initiative. Time In is a grant-funded outreach program working to provide enrichment through...
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, French
Shannon : Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...certificate in innovate pedagogy from the Teagle Institute, moreover, I bring new media tools into my pedagogic approach, helping students explore material from a variety of angles. Such interactive approaches complement and expand upon more traditional activities, helping students learn to become reflexive about their own thought processes and academic output. My own experience with AP English and Spanish, GRE, TOEFEL and TESOL test preparation and test design makes a strong test prep teacher. I...
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Appalachian State University - Bachelor in Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies
Columbia University in the City of New York - PHD, Ethnomusicology
Laura: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...my individualized and full service approach gets the results stakeholders want acceptance into the best possible colleges, universities, and programs. As a college advisor / academic coach, I work with high school and college aged individuals who want to stay academically competitive. My empathetic yet candid approach helps me form effective relationships with a full range of learners. Measurable achievement is realized by numerous acceptances to selective colleges and universities. Additionally, I effectively equip individuals...
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Pace University-New York - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Alan: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Medical School. I was a Family Practitioner for 25 years. I have successfully mentored and tutored all levels of students for 30 years. I currently tutor SAT and ACT English at an international learning center, Biology at Assumption College and science, psychology, SAT and GRE prep, insurance, math and college entrance essays with Varsity Tutors. I try to make every session interactive and fun! My hobbies include all sports, photography, nature, astronomy and trivia.
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor in Arts, Premedicine
Rutgers Robert Wood johnson Medical School - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
Claire: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...of learning a language. I have lived in Spain, France, and Chile, as well as various parts of the United States, so I bring cultural insight into each lesson. My additional teaching areas of expertise include test prep, reading comprehension and essay writing, and government. My teaching philosophy is to bring out each student's knowledge and experiences to build on what they know, increasing student confidence and enjoyment of learning in addition to academic achievement.
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Double Major: Spanish Literature; History
McGill University - Unknown, Law
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31
Yu: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...IELTS prep and as a writing mentor at 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...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelors, College of Letters
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism - Masters, Journalism
SAT Verbal: 770
GRE Verbal: 166
Patricia: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...at what one needs to focus on and train in order to rise the ranks to reach the goals they would like to achieve. That being said, that all starts in the graduate school application. If I can help a student navigate the application process through test-taking tutoring or emotional/social support, I will feel like I have paid it forward to the countless internet services and human beings alike that have helped me get to...
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The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - Doctor of Philosophy, Psychology
Martin: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...I worked as Freelance Computer Technician and Computer Modeler/Builder for eight years, tutored hundreds of students free of charge for eight years, and doing research about ten hours a week. After graduation, I took my first full time job in Japan as an English teacher. The reason for this was because I wanted to feel my independence but in the most extreme fashion imaginable. In Japan, I didnt know the language, the people, where I...
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SUNY College at Old Westbury - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Richard: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...share that with others through tutoring. In my tutoring sessions, I emphasize foundational concepts and principles, and achieve growth through consistent practice and overcoming misconceptions and unhelpful habits. While preparing for standardized tests, I help students feel confident about the knowledge on which they will be examined. I understand that these important tests can be stressful experiences for many people, so I also work with students to develop strategies to overcome any anxiety that might...
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New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Acting
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
Benedetto: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...or blank out during an exam. This is the learning approach I used as an engineer in Italy, as an MBA student at CUNY, and in my PhD coursework at Cornell University. Also, it is the same approach I successfully shared as a teacher with math students of the Bronx Community College and Operations Management students of Baruch College and the Cornell Graduate School. Whether statistics, management or psychology majors, or new freshmen, they usually...
Education & Certification
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Masters in Business Administration, Decision Sciences
Cornell University - Masters, Management
Alexis: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...working with preschoolers with autism, but have also worked with adolescents with various behavioral difficulties. For the last few years, I have tutored college-age students in several subjects including Psychology, English and Statistics. I took the GRE fairly recently so I feel very comfortable tutoring students to prepare for that exam, as well as the ACT. My graduate program is designed to prepare me to work with students of all ages and all ability levels,...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Human Development
St. John's University - PHD, School Psychology
GRE Quantitative: 164
GRE Verbal: 165
Matthew: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
Columbia university graduate and doctoral student in mathematics education. I have three years teaching experience and six year tutoring experience. Below are the courses that I have taught: University: Finite Mathematics, Mathematics for life, Algebra, fundamental of Mathematics. Community College: Introduction to Statistics, Algebra and trigonometry, Algebra, Pre-Algebra. Test Prep: GED, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, Math Regents NYC High school: Algebra, Trigonometry and geometry. Middle school: Algebra
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Arts, Mathematics Teacher Education
Ashley: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...students since 2009. Primarily, I have edited college admissions essays, and taught high-school level biology as well as English grammar and composition. I enjoy finding efficient ways to master taking standardized exams, as I understand how daunting such high-stakes exams can be to students. It brings me great joy and fulfillment to witness progress and a growing confidence in students. I would be happy to work with you and develop a unique study plan that...
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 770
SAT Writing: 730
Anna: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
Hello :) I am a recent graduate from Macaulay Honors program at Baruch College. Since graduation, I have worked as a financial associate in a global bank. I have tutored students since 11th grade in a variety of English and math subjects, including standardized prep. I love helping students improve their knowledge, and am sure I can be of help to you, especially in grammar! ... As a tutor specializing in standardized exam preparation, I start...
Education & Certification
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Bachelors, Finance
Ryan: Long Island GRE tutor
Certified GRE Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
I am a recent graduate of Rutgers School of Law. I went to law school not with the intention of becoming a lawyer, but instead to gain the tools necessary to become a more effective advocate and teacher. I believe that the best form of advocacy is through education, specifically teaching.... Conversational. I believe to learn you have to be able to ask questions and challenge the information that you are given. Furthermore, theory must be...
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Florida International University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Rutgers University-Newark - PHD, Law
Private GRE Tutoring in Long Island, NY
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Long Island GRE Tutoring FAQ
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) serves as one of the leading criteria for graduate schools in their admissions decisions. Exceptional GRE scores can give your chances to get into the graduate school of your choice a definite boost, even if your undergraduate GPA is not as high as other students vying for admission.
If you're searching for ways to increase your score on the GRE, a private tutor can be a big help. Varsity Tutors could help you connect with an independent tutor in Long Island who can assist you in preparing for the GRE. Since the GRE has both a general test and subject-specific tests, you can find a tutor who specifies in the test you'll be taking and get the individual attention you deserve.
The general GRE includes three sections. The math section includes questions that assess basic math knowledge and problem-solving skills. The verbal section tests your reading comprehension and ability to complete a sentence. The analytical writing section evaluates how well you present your answers by writing in a clear-cut, logical manner. A personal GRE tutor can point you toward how to answer questions in each of these sections by offering strategies and working through practice tests.
Our educational directors will match you with a GRE tutor in Long Island, NY, who is knowledgeable in a host of alternative teaching methods to best teach to your particular learning style. Although a lot of would-be grad school students spend thousands of dollars on test prep classes, practice test books, and off-the shelf test prep kits, these materials do not provide the individualized attention that a private tutor can. On an important test like the GRE, you may feel the stress of "test anxiety" as the exam day approaches. A seasoned GRE tutor can give you suggestions on how to understand test anxiety, such as going through demanding practice tests that will get you ready for the real exam.
Our educational directors in Long Island, NY, can find a tutor for you who can work with your learning style and abilities to potentially help you improve on the GRE. You can meet with a tutor in person at a time and place of your choosing. You can also work with a tutor through our online interactive learning platform, which features a real-time video link for instant communication. Call our educational directors to find an expert GRE tutor in Long Island to try to help you get ready on test day.
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