Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Westchester, NY

...and hardworking individual who is able to communicate effectively with people in a friendly manner. I am an extremely fast learner with proficient computer skills and am able to integrate myself into a new work environment with ease. In addition, I am also an excellent writer and am able to adequately compose a formal letter to another body. I dedicate myself fully to any job I take on and will never disappoint.

...four years of unforgettable experiences studying in Abu Dhabi, New York, and Berlin, I graduated Cum Laude with a B.A. in Film & New Media and a concentration in Social Research & Public Policy. After tutoring peers in high school and university, I look forward to helping K-8 and high school students catch up, pull ahead, or cover a compelling subject in more depth. I specialize in teaching personalized courses in writing, public speaking, and...

...degree in English. I've been working in education since then and have developed a passion for helping students improve on standardized tests. I have over three years of experience tutoring students from grade 4-11 for a wide range of subjects. I am particularly passionate about helping students improve in reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and essay writing. While many students find these subjects daunting, I think that with the right strategies, anyone can improve in these...

...a barred attorney in the State of Connecticut, and while passionate about the law, my true calling is as an academic and teacher. My experience includes eight years of teaching Freshman Composition and Upper Division courses at Ohio State University and Capital University. While at OSU, I was selected as a teaching assistant for graduate level theory courses as well. I have participated in the School for Criticism and Theory at Dartmouth, and, generally, I...

...daily class) and life in both heavily developed and poorer, migrant worker regions of the city. The educational norms and approaches are in many ways in sharp contrast to American tactics of education. But parents and students in both countries share similar anxieties about getting a high-value education. I was happy to find that many of the student engagement strategies I've acquired in the U.S. were just as effective at creating a positive learning environment....

...prestigious internships at film festivals around the globe. I've worked with students internationally in Berlin, the Cannes Film Festival, and the Sundance Film Festival in Utah. I've had a rich and interesting tutoring experience, having taught jazz piano, chess, video editing, and even taught basic English skills to Japanese speakers over Skype. For the past year I've volunteered with NY Cares, an organization that brings high-quality after-school programs to low income communities. I've always excelled...

...in mathematics this past May. Whether it's test prep, math, or writing, any skill or problem can be broken down into small steps and tackled bit by bit. This makes hard problems far less scary and produces steady reward for the solver. My role in your study will be to help you find the small components in a problem and tackle each one, and provide a patient voice of encouragement for you. If you practice...

...my schedule and wallet can afford me. Aside from literary interests, I love trying any kind of new food, attempting to bake pies, and knitting anything cozy or fluffy. I believe that through communication, we can work together to target your specific needs in English Literature/Reading/Writing, Spanish (levels I and II), and Elementary math. Learning is a very individual and personal pursuit, and I will make sure that our meetings will be geared towards you!

...of the real world. Studying English, and writing in general, also allows the student to analyze information critically, which will help the student in every possible career choice. Personally, I grew up reading as much as I could, playing music, and studying film in order to understand as many aspects of the human condition as possible. I am a strong believer that when you take the time to study how something works, you can apply...

...I have found that a certain combination of systematic organization and simplification of every detail helps to illuminate the solution. Having a structured and repeatable approach can then be engrained in the thought process through repetition, and improvement will surely follow. Furthermore, I believe positive reinforcement and encouragement are also invaluable tutoring tools. Inspiring confidence in students so that they don't become discouraged by difficulties they encounter keeps them engaged and more inclined to self-improvement.

...impart my love of learning onto my students. While I know students may not be passionate about every topic they study ,I hope to be able to find at least one part of each subject that students can personally connect to. Most importantly, if I can impart one thing to my students, it is self-confidence. Performing poorly in one subject can have a deleterious affect on other aspects of academic life and I firmly believe...

...use them! I know students are busy and that flexible hours is a great part of individual tutoring, but if I can plan ahead for tutoring sessions, everyone will be better served. I'm happy to meet students at their homes, or in nearby libraries and cafes - any environment that's conducive to the students' learning! I hope these qualifications appeal to you, and I'm excited to meet you all and work with you to figure...

...at math and did not see the value in learning it. However, I had a math teacher in sixth grade who pushed and encouraged me and made me love it. I then went on to take advanced math classes throughout middle and high school and then attend a technical university with a heavy math emphasis. I believe that many students are disinterested in academics because they feel discouraged, and I hope to turn this around...

...with Math, Science, History, or English please contact me! I am also a fluent Russian speaker, and would love to help anyone learn the language, no matter the level of proficiency. In terms of Math, I can tutor anyone struggling with basic elementary or middle school math, as well as algebra, trigonometry, algebra 2, pre calculus, and calculus. I consider myself to be an expert in Standardized Testing, and would love to work with anyone...

Hi! My name is River Knight. I'm currently a student at New York University. I've actively worked as a tutor for the last 5 years. I hope to help my students find the joy in what they're learning and give them tools to improve on their own!

...I believe it's important to tailor each lesson to the student's personal learning style and interests. That way a subject becomes approachable and intriguing for the student, as opposed to intimidating and stressful. I currently live and work in Germany as the recipient of a Fulbright Scholarship. I work at local middle and high schools, teaching English to students and running an "American Group" in my free time. I am also a freelance Writing Tutor...

...Management with a double minor in Wildlife and Fisheries Science and in Watershed and Water Resources. Through this degree, I developed extensive knowledge and experience in the sciences, particularly in Environmental Science. I also had the opportunity to fine-tune my writing and grammar skills, two areas in which I feel I am naturally proficient. Throughout high school and college I was my friends' go-to girl for essay help. I am also a native Spanish speaker...

...2013, majoring in Biochemistry and minoring in Mandarin Chinese. Since graduation, I have spent my time finishing premed requirements for my future applications to medical school, visiting my family in Italy, and privately tutoring students in New York City high schools. Having been raised in New York City myself, I have first-hand experience with the rigorous academic curriculums and standardized tests with which many New York City students are challenged. I feel passionate about imparting...

...experience, and I'm excited to work with you to address your specific needs! I was born in Denver, CO, and grew up in a small ski town called Steamboat Springs. I graduated as the valedictorian of my high school class and moved to New York to study philosophy at Columbia University. After college, I spend two years teaching English in the public school system in Japan before going back to Columbia to complete my pre-med...

Hi! My name is Nima, and I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me!... Methodology, Methodology, Methodology! I teach students a process so that they can use their understanding to help them solve any question in the field...