Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Hempstead, NY

...have trouble narrowing their ideas into one single-letter answer. My teaching technique is one that Ive learned from favorite teachers over the years, one that inspires focused, investigative, creative learning: Im committed to the belief that the only way students learn is by by doing. I ask questions, I guide, I challenge, and I direct, but I always enable the student to find the answer on their own. I believe this is the only way...

I've always known I wanted to teach. Once I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology/Neuroscience, I decided to pursue a Masters degree in Education. I love working with classrooms full of students, but I also love working with people one-on-one. I find that when the tutor has a chance to zero in on and accommodate a students' individual needs and learning style, the experience becomes more productive and enjoyable for everyone involved.

...I have a Masters of Science in Teaching Childhood Education and Special Education, and a background in Political Science and History. I was a teacher for two years in the New York City Department of Education, and over those two years I helped my students attain an average reading growth of 1.5 years/year for each student, and an average math level proficiency growth of 1.3 years/year per student. I have experience teaching students with a...

...also have previous experience working with Mad Science of Long Island teaching general concepts in science to younger students of ages between 5-12 years old. In my free time, I am an avid soccer player and music fanatic (particularly alternative/independent rock). I am extremely passionate about teaching (both my brother and mother are teachers) and truly look forward to sharing some of the tools I have developed along the road with others. I know personally...

...middle school. I recently completed a seminar on children's education, during which I worked as a teacher's assistant in an early childhood center. I have also worked at a social services program providing literacy and math support for students of all ages. I specialize in helping students prepare for high school admissions tests like the ISEE and SSAT, both of which I've taken myself! Having gone through the high school admissions process, I understand its...

...on one and in small groups, forming connections with the students and building on the knowledge they gained in the classroom. When I tutor, I like to make learning as fun as possible! After a long day at school, I know students can sometimes lack the motivation or energy to want to continue learning, and I try to make the experience as enjoyable (while still educational) as I can. I incorporate a lot of technology,...

I'm a graduating senior studying English and Political Science. I'm passionate about academia and education, and I'm excited to apply the skills I've learned in college.

I graduated with honors from UC Berkeley's English program. While in college, I worked as a tutor, designing lesson plans and teaching accelerated classes for elementary to high schoolers within a day-time tutoring program. This included standardized test prep as well. My biggest priority as a tutor is helping you find the confidence and belief in your own ability. This, I've found, has the biggest impact on a student's performance.

...specialist, computer proficiency skills: power point, some new chat gpt skills , creative art skills. I also have personal life coach training in "counseling". I have a passion for my subject, history. I hope to ignite this in others by empowering students to meet there goals. One of my dearest experiences is helping a struggling student prepare for a new school year, during difficult life crisis. I helped them be successful in a subject they...

...been a tutor and adjunct college professor for over ten years. I typically begin by diagnosing students' difficulties, then proceed with a learning plan, according to the timeframe available. I believe in data-driven instruction - meaning, I use student work to help design the learning plan as we go. Also, I have experience teaching a wide variety of subjects, and I am a standardized test scorer, giving me insight into the 'other side' of the...

I am dedicated and committed to making sure that each student feels not only safe and heard, but also leaves every session feeling accomplished and ready for any future academic challenges.

I am a native Spanish speaker with experience teaching English and Spanish to children, teenagers and adults.

...as a new teacher. After teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages throughout college I became a Reading and Math instructor for adults in Boston who were working toward their GED/High School Equivalency Certificate. The perseverance of my students led me to believe that I, too, could return to school! Shortly after I moved to New York City, I started Graduate School at the City College of New York where I am pursuing a Masters...

I vow to perform at the utmost best of my abilities in order to establish excellent rapports with my clients, provide them with the exact results that they seek, as well as represent the ideals and values of Varsity Tutors.

I enjoy empowering students by making learning fun and believe that everyone has an "inner genius" that just takes the right technique to unlock. I bring a patient and friendly approach to teaching, specializing in the sciences, technology and math, and believe in teaching students to "learn for themselves".

Helping fill the pedagogical gaps and providing individual attention are imperative to helping a student achieve academically.

...I am capable of tutoring a wide variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English and writing. In addition to my major, I’m pursuing minors in English and History, for I consider the arts and humanities to be a crucial part of a holistic and fun education. I’m a kind and easygoing person who relates well to others. In addition to being a tutor for students, I plan on being a mentor; I plan...

I love sharing knowledge! Getting to work with students of all ages and share my passion for the subjects I teach is an amazing opportunity. I hope that by tutoring students in these subjects they begin to love learning, and enjoy to challenge of mastering a new skill!

...who is ultimately going to venture into academia, so it is something of a preparation for my future career. I also love tutoring for its own sake: for me, it is a genuine joy to help a student develop their cognitive and creative capacities. The ultimate goal of all my tutoring is not merely to help students succeed in an area they might be currently struggling in, but also help them develop habits of mind...

...have taught advanced readers to achieve higher standards in comprehension and writing. My professional tutoring background has been at the middle, high school and collegiate level for proofreading and editing papers. I am focused on delivering differentiated academic instruction while nurturing the social and emotional needs of all students. While my primary experience has been at the academic level, I have also trained others to use technology such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the...