Award-Winning History Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...was nominated by various administrators at my high school to serve as a tutor for underclassmen. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics and English as I feel that these two subjects are the gateway for advancement in our ever-changing world. I also have a love for foreign language as I have studied German for 9 years and Spanish for 5. I truly believe that education is necessary...

BACKGROUND: IT healthcare industry executive for over 25 years. EXPERTISE: Healthcare Policy, Management, Cryptography, CompTIA Security+

...high school, I led three after school enrichment tutoring programs for middle school students. On the side, I independently tutored 9th and 10th grade high school students with a particular focus in writing. I have developed an effective method of developing students' expository essay writing skills, and it is so rewarding to see students' pride in their personal improvement. I am comfortable tutoring in a wide variety of subjects, and my greatest strengths are high...

Education is the greatest equalizer...I believe this phrase effectively encapsulates my perception of what exactly education is, and should be. Regardless of where you come from, education can take you farther and higher than you ever thought possible. As your tutor, I will work to empower you to get to any destination you want your unique educational journey!

...gap time in Japan and working back in NYC, I'm back at school at NYU, studying for a more general liberal arts degree. I'm great with standardized tests, SAT, PSAT, AP; if the College Board makes you sit in a room for it, I can probably help you out, and of course I have experience with New York's SHSAT. Most of my past tutoring experience was helping classmates with history, English and literature courses, and...

...and I'm a Distinguished Graduate from their Honors College. I earned two Masters degrees from Stony Brook University, and I'm a published historian. I work as an adjunct professor at SUNY Farmingdale and Suffolk County Community College, and have also taught at Queensborough Community College, SUNY Old Westbury, Stony Brook University and Briarcliffe College. When I'm not digging through archives about Native Americans (a favorite of mine), I also write fiction of the fantasy, romance,...

...in Education. Both universities are in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where I am from. While a student at Temple University, I sat at the Opinion Editor of the Temple News. I currently live the in the Greater New York City area and teach 5th grade mathematics. Prior to teaching mathematics, I taught Spanish and still remain very passionate about language learning! In fact, just last year I took a group of 10 students on their first ever...

...Montreal, Canada, it became apparent that the school system differed largely, and that not all schools were created equal. Self-proclaimed nerd, with flair, I'm the type of tutor who likes to dig a little deeper to understand the student. It is not enough to know that they're struggling in a certain subject - I want to know what it will take get them through it. I have spent most of time as a student in...

I believe everyone can learn and persever, math can be fun to learn If you met the right tutor. I am a caring, patient, knowledgeable, experienced teacher/tutor , and have great sense of humor. An expert in NYS math certification tests.

I've been helping students learn subjects ranging from coding to game design to improvisational comedy for 7 years. As much as I love teaching I also love to make people laugh and when I am able to do both it really makes my job worth it. Right now, I'm studying Game Design and Communications at RPI, focusing on how best to teach people complicated systems without losing their attention. This informs my tutoring.

...also believe learning should be engaging, and I do my best to make each lesson relevant and interesting, which includes teaching to multiple learning styles by incorporating media, hands-on activities, and experiential learning. I also build in educational games and choices whenever possible. I have firm boundaries and high expectations of all my students. In teaching, I strive to have close relationships and open communication with the families of my students, and I hope to...

...countries cultures and traditions. I have been to Egypt, Canada, Italy, Spain, Netherland, France, Thailand and I am currently in South Korea teaching English. Teaching has been a fun experience for the past few months so I have taken on tutoring to continue the adventure. I love spending time teaching my students because I feel like I am giving back to others. Through my past experience, I know the importance of learning a language so...

...name is Michael. I am a current Brooklyn College sophomore majoring in chemistry and have been tutoring for about 5 years. My goal is to make the student comfortable with whatever subject I teach and make them excited to learn something new. So far, after 2 years of elementary and middle school math, 3 years of algebra through trigonometry, 2 years of SAT prep and one year of college chemistry, I have never failed to...

I graduated Harvard in 1987, I went to Fordham for Law School, but the thing I enjoy the most is teaching. My parents were teachers, and the greatest thing you can do in the world is help someone understand things. I can help any kind of student with a desire to work do much better.... Once basic assessment is done, figure out what kind of learner they are.... Everyone can get better. There was never a...

...world of discovery, often encompassing math and opportunities to write extensively about what's learned or observed. Social Studies is our pathway to revisit history and events that have led up to where we are as a nation as a people sharing planet earth. I share John Dewey's theory "Children learn by doing and that Learning occurs through experience". Students often ask me, "what are we going to do today?" because each session is often different...

...everyone! My name is Haley and I am a freshman at Georgetown University located in Washington D.C. I am originally from New York City and although I miss NY pizza and bagels, I am happy to call D.C. my second home. I have been tutoring students since I was a freshman in high school and am excited to continue. My areas of interest are writing and elementary to high school math. However, I am proficient...

...Computer Science and Mathematics. Soon thereafter, I attended Brown University to do research in mathematics and theoretical physics. Education has always been an integral part of my life; teaching and learning are essential for growth to occur. Indeed, Jesus Christ was a great teacher and a great learner (Mark 6:34; Luke 2:46-47). I am fervently passionate about teaching because I want students to have the skills necessary to make a positive impact on themselves and...

...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 is so satisfying to see someone...

...Trigonometry, Calculus, American History, World History, Economics, U.S. Government, English Literature, Writing, and many areas of science. In my spare time, I love watching sports, movies and reading with my two dogs. While I primarily read nonfiction books, there is seldom a Harry Potter trivia question that I cannot answer. I love exercising and enjoying good food, and partake in both every day. I am so excited to help students and their families achieve the...

...History. I was born and raised in Queens and now I currently reside in Manhattan. My tutoring style is very much student-centric. I work with students to create their own personalized notes from the textbook in order to focus upon what is truly important. Then, I work with students to help them understand the central concepts. Once students understand the central concepts, the details easily follow. I also have my students work through as many...