Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Long Island, NY

Though my primary career is as a web developer, I am also an experienced, personable tutor with expertise in a wide variety of subject areas. During my ten years of experience as a teacher and tutor, I've displayed a consistent ability to engage with students to make learning enjoyable and rewarding.... I resolutely favor critical-thinking skills over rote learning. I believe humans have a natural desire and ability to learn, and my experience has shown me...

I am a current undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania studying economics. I have extensive tutoring experience from high school and college in a variety of subjects. My strong suit and one of my favorite subjects is math, and I look forward to tutoring students in high school math, as well as help them prepare for admission exams such as the SAT.

...Literature with a focus on Critical Theory and Cultural Semiotics. As such, I've always tried to travel *within* each Standardized Test, parsing out an underlying structure, and then using this framework to "crack the code." Whenever I've worked with students in this manner, we've always had a total blast-- it's like a puzzle in a challenging video game, a newly-discovered leitmotif, or even an unexpected formation shift on the soccer pitch. I firmly believe that...

...with. I am a great communicator and listener, and have the ability to understand a student's needs. I love creating lesson plans, organising work flow and interacting with the students. Education is a passion of mine and creating a safe, friendly and productive environment for my students to learn is a top priority. I have worked as a tutor for many years and I believe my experience will be an asset to Varsity Tutors and...

I prioritize creating a strong relationship between the student and family in order to align with your goals. I can provide tailored and differentiated intervention using my knowledge from a Masters in Education to meet your academic needs. Let's discuss how I can best support you.

...currently work full-time as an Intelligence Analyst for Cision. During my tenure at CMU, I've tutored college students in Calculus and Statistics for four years. My teaching philosophy as very flexible - I always try to adjust to the student's learning style. I like to keep sessions casual and relaxed, but also productive. In my free time, I'm often in the gym - weightlifting and playing basketball. I'm a huge NBA fan. I also like...

...humanities with a specialty in reading and writing. My academic journey began with a dual Bachelor's degree in Cinema Studies and English Literature from the University of Toronto, followed by a Master's in Film and Media Studies at The New School. Currently, I am completing my PhD in Cinema and Media Studies at New York University. Fluent in English and Spanish, with proficiency in Italian, I can support students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds...

...encouragement. Additionally, I worked for two years as a local newspaper correspondent, where I wrote full-length news and editorial pieces as well as news briefs each week. Lastly, as a research assistant to my college professor, I conducted research about the history of U.S. social dance, and presented my findings in research summaries, a podcast format, and in a series of lectures to upperclassmen at the college. Through this work, I've developed an attentive editing...

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...

...University. I have worked in Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd and 5th grade, and I really enjoy working with students who struggle with English and Language Arts. I have very fond memories as a child of visiting the library in the summer and having a general love for reading. I find that students who struggle in these areas continue to struggle in all areas of their education. I take great pride in working with my students and...

...student, I have a strong desire to educate and empower others. I am hard-working, self-motivated and focused. I have worked in several capacities as a tutor and a mentor to students. Through these experiences, I was able to enhance the ways in which I can best serve others while guiding them through academic subjects, standardized testing and the college process. Through all of my experiences, I was able to strengthen my communication skills, problem solving...

...been tutoring since high school and have worked with students of all ages. My specialty is English Language and Literature, and my background is in both English and Drama, which gives my approach to language and tutoring a dynamic edge. I'm passionate about finding creative problem solving methods and fresh, engaging ways of approaching grammar and technique. My favorite book is Virginia Woolf's The Waves; I can't wait to find out what your yours is!

...had the opportunity to tutor peers and underclassmen both within and outside of school. Over the years, I've developed a strong enthusiasm for STEM educationparticularly in mathematics and the sciencesthough I'm also capable of supporting students in English when needed. I believe that learning is most effective when supported by others, whether through teachers, mentors, or peers. Having personally benefited from tutoring, I'm committed to helping students overcome academic challenges and discover their own passion...

...comprehension, writing, and psychology. For instance, I have taught numerous undergraduate courses in the topic of psychology and research methods. These courses have included working to help students develop their understanding of psychological concepts and methods, improve their reading comprehension, and master their writing. Moreover, I have worked to develop a teaching approach that centers the individual students needs and desires while adding evidence-based motivational and executive functioning skills to enhance student's ability to learn....

...and similarly, that is when my teaching journey began. I started as a volunteer for an online 1-on-1 tutoring company and then I eventually took an in-person job at a tutoring center which had a classroom-like environment. Most recently, I took another online teaching job where I taught 1-on-1 and group sessions in Math and Computer Science topics. My reason for tutoring is that "aha" moment that students have when they finally understand something. It...

Hi Everyone! My name is Witney and I am aspiring to be a Mathematics teacher. I LOVE LOVE MATH! It has always been and will always be my favorite subject. Math helps to explain things through facts and numbers. I am extremely excited to help you all.

...experience tutoring, as I have worked in numerous tutoring centers throughout high school and university, along with practicing privately as well. My strongest teaching subjects are French, English, History, and Science; the specific subject subcategories can be find under the "Subjects" section of my profile. I sincerely enjoy tutoring and I have found myself gravitating towards this field of education throughout my school career, as I garner a sense of fulfillment through helping others learn...

I love teaching and working with students and I take great satisfaction in watching their scores and confidence level increase as we continue to work together! I have tutored kids as part of a community outreach program. The children I've tutored have shown sharp improvements in their grades and understanding of substantive material. I find it incredibly rewarding.

...critically. Given my background as a student, educator, and professional, I have the skills, know-how, and experience needed to accomplish this objective. After graduating from high school in 2003 as Valedictorian of my class, I received two Bachelor's degrees from the University of Colorado, one in English Literature (I graduated summa cum laude) and another in Humanities (I graduated With Honors). From there, I moved on to the State University of New York-Buffalo, where I...

...New York located in Harlem, New York. As an aspiring primary care physician, I believe that there is nothing more valuable in this progressive society than individualized attention. I am confident that both patients and students alike, can prosper beyond their maximum potential if they were to get the care and consideration they deserved, which is uncommon in hospitals and public schools, respectively. Therefore, I am an intern at a local clinic where I work...