Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving White Plains, NY

...students was a major component as a tutor. Implanting personalized student goals, then adapting to student progression was a valuable skill. I visualize myself using these same skills when assisting young students at Varsity Tutors.. My ability to oversee the development of programming at Citizen Schools, as a Teaching Fellow, was a reason my students achieved a year to year significant increase in math understanding. I customized in-classroom teaching to a classroom of students and...

...English Literature, Political Science, History, and essay writing, and I especially love working on literary analysis and academic writing. There's something incredibly satisfying about helping a student untangle a dense text or transform a scattered idea into a compelling thesis. My teaching philosophy centers on adaptability and encouragement. Every student has a different way of learning. I make it my job to meet them where they are, whether breaking down theory into plain language, creating...

...two of my educator friends invited me to help them consult a Waldorf school in Oaxaca, MX. It's been invigorating learning and serving. Besides education, I enjoy writing, reading (library card + e-reader = game changer/nerd status), staying active (biking in NYC), traveling, and learning languages. As far as my specialties, I'm an organized professional with proven teaching, guidance, and mentorship skills. I possess a strong track record in improving core competency skills and executive...

...my alma mater, Penn State; my experience there sparked an interest to continue working as an educator. I've tutored high school and middle school students. I've enjoyed every part of it and love when I see my students finally "get it." My goal as your tutor isn't to make you "like" writing. Instead, I'm dedicated to helping you figure out your learning style, and how you can most effectively write those lovely, or pesky, essays....

...managers on writing appropriateness during my Tenure with the Federal Government. I have an innate interest in history, social justice, and governance. I find great satisfaction in HISTORY and AMERICAN POLITICS, and its systems. I hold a Master of Public Administration- Inspector General Program, with Coursework in Oversight Function ; Management Audits; Ethics; Administrative Function; Policy analysis; Program Implementation; Governance; American History; Non Profit Management & Programming; Administration. I have a deep interest in culture...

...the University of Chicago, and I will be starting a graduate program at Columbia in August. I am about to complete a year of service with City Year, an education non-profit that places young adults into under-served schools. As a City Year member, I worked full-time in the classroom with middle-school students who were in approximately the 10th percentile for math (meaning they score lower than 90% of students). One-fourth of those students were able...

I'm an NYU (New York University) student pursuing a degree in Economics. I'm a hands on tutor who loves students, and I'm passionate about sharing my interests. I graduated high school with a bilingual diploma in Spanish, am familiar with Spanish language and culture, and have traveled widely. I'm also an avid writer and blogger.

...essay writing assistance. I believe that every student is unique, and needs to be approached with a teaching style which fits their needs. Some students need more time on certain subjects than others. The student will receive one-on-one tutoring, and we will move forward at a pace that best suits the needs of the students. I have worked with many "difficult" students, and they were extremely cooperative with me and we had many pleasant experiences...

...I love working with students of all abilities, and I am Special Education certified. I have been teaching for 5 years, and I am loving every minute of it. Some of my special interests include incorporating movement and yoga into the classroom environment and taking care of my pet turtle Ice Cream. As a tutor, I strive to build the confidence of the students who I am working with and help them to become independent...

...throughout high school and my undergraduate education, substitute teaching English, history, government, speech/debate, and drama in a secondary school, organizing and teaching acting and technical theatre at a performing arts summer camp, teaching English, reading comprehension, and writing to gifted/advanced 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students, and assistant coaching collegiate level speech and debate. It is most certainly apparent that my favorite subjects to tutor are writing, public speaking/debate, and performing arts. I want to...

...my fellow student as a peer mentor. I went on to learn what it meant to teach during my time as a service learner, where I tutored students I middle school among duties. While I enjoy tutoring I am most passionate about English and Psychology as not only do I have the most history in, I am biased as they are what outlines my career aspirations. Outside of education I enjoy reading, playing video games,...

...reader. We build upon these reading and writing skills in each subsequent lesson. I hold a BS in English and Psychology, cum laude, from the University of Pittsburgh. My master’s degree is from Columbia University School of Public and International Affairs Ten years ago, I transitioned from a successful career in financial services to nonprofit management where I have worked as Chief Development Officer and Executive Director. I am a published author who has enjoyed...

...make; over the course of a year, I self-studied from a 21 to a 34 and even had fun doing it! With that score I was able to attend Columbia University where I received two BAs: one in Archaeology and the other in Classics with a focus on Latin. In each step of my educational journey, I have been interested in accessibility and have been passionate about spreading information as widely as I can. I...

...whole slew of subjects all ranging from English and History to Algebra and Biology. Despite tutoring broad range of subjects, I find myself most passionate about History and English! I believe that the most important thing that one can absolutely attain for oneself is one's education. A balanced foundation in life first comes with knowledge of the world, both big and small. I am here to make sure that every student gets the opportunity to...

I am a recent graduate of SUNY New Paltz, where I received a BA in English with a minor in Spanish, the subjects I will be teaching. I am passionate about helping students, because I saw such improvement in my brother with special needs when tutors assisted him. I believe each student has potential and will break down studying in small intervals to make it less daunting and more fun, using Quizlet and learning conversationally.

I may have a BA in Speech Language Pathology, but I love teaching (and learning) English. I am a genuinely caring and motivated individual who believes in the power of positivity and doing the best that you can with all that you are and can do! :)

...occur when we absurdly, naively lose the boundaries between our little candles and the darkness around. Further, I love encouraging students to see the light that exists naturally within them -- my tutoring space is an inclusive and welcoming one for all! I care about my students and their whole well-being, present and future. I enjoy developing beautiful relationships with all my students, so that I can see them off into the world more developed...

...graduate of Suffolk County Community College (SCCC) and am currently a student at Long Island University (LIU) Post. I tutored for 2 semesters at SCCC. My students included recent high school graduates, adult learners, and students with disabilities. I predominately tutored biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and English. I prefer to guide my student instead of forcing our session(s) according to my own ideals. I am here to help my student's knowledge base and understanding...

...is very important to be able to teach people things. You want to be able to express yourself to other students and patients and talk to them in a vernacular that they can understand. You want to create analogies and tell stories that are helpful; only then will people actually internalize the information and actually be able to apply it to different problems and in the real world. I promise to give my full time...

...Ervine, and I'm currently a senior at NYU. I currently have a 4.0 GPA, and have completed course work in topics ranging from Roman Civilization to Calculus II. I took a variety of AP courses in high school and SAT Subject Tests and had to balance that academic work with being a year-round student-athlete. I am confident I know how to study effectively and manage my time, and if there is any way I can...