Award-Winning History Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...in the past. I've enjoyed tutoring recently because it's a welcomed respite from the world of startups, and I love seeing students "click" when they've gotten past a mental roadblock, or discovered they could do something they didn't know they could. Among other things, I play the bagpipes, and enjoy reading and traveling. I've traveled to almost all 50 US states, and have been to over 20 different countries. I hope to be in touch...

...one-on-one tutoring, which I credit with developing good study habits and pushing me to excel. I am excited to be revisiting tutoring from the other side now! I endeavor to make each subject interesting and approach each session with a patient and upbeat attitude. After graduating from Wesleyan University with a BA in Economics I worked in banking and entertainment. I am currently in the process of studying for the GRE and applying to graduate...

...to New York with my fiancée. While I miss the steady, temperate climate of the Bay Area (seriously, it’s either kinda warm or kinda cool year ‘round), I am looking forward to the adventure of living on the East Coast and experiencing legitimate seasons for the first time! Prior my move, I tutored AP US, AP European, and AP World History, AP Government, and taught SAT and ACT prep classes for a Bay Area based...

...in Molecular and Cell Biology. I am currently working in medical research here in New York and am planning on applying to MD and MD/PHD programs. I have worked in many different study group environments and I believe that putting topics and ideas into the proper context makes the information easier to process as well as more memorable to the student. I have seen this in everything from US History to biology and truly believe...

...patience, thorough explanation, problem resolution, and communication. Since June, I have taught English to high school students from Eastern Europe, which has been very fulfilling, as I see their comprehension grow! At Harvard University, I am a concentrator in the History of Science which involves the study of the development of knowledge. It is amazing to see how systems and thought evolve. History of Science has been amazing in changing my consideration of what is...

...am a recent college grad with a strong interest in the field of education and a thorough enjoyment of language, literature, history, logic, and long distance running. I am a firm believer in the power of education to bring people together and also bring solutions to many of the nation's and the world's troubles. I also like to keep learning fun and always enjoy turning challenges into puzzles. In my spare time I like to...

...older sister for homework help, just as my younger brother and sister would ask me for help a few years down the line. In this sense, I have been tutored and tutoring for as long as I can remember, meaning I have a strong understanding of what it is like to be on both sides of the relationship. I know what types of feedback to ask for from my students, and how to apply this...

...pentameter in Twelfth Night and Macbeth. The goal was not only to understand but ultimately even enjoy yes, enjoy Shakespeares dense and often bewildering sonnets, comedies, and tragedies. My hobbies including playing ukulele and chess. I am pursuing a career as a playwright, and have shown original work in New York at The Public Theater, Playwrights Horizons, SoHo Rep, and elsewhere. I believe whole-heartedly in the importance of education and the essentially joyful nature of...

...very rewarding. My tutoring style is one that allows students to feel comfortable and respected. I am confident that any student can master whatever subject they set their mind to, and that this can be accomplished when tutors and students work together to determine how the student best learns. By being patient, observant and kind, I get to know my students both academically and as people. Outside of working, I love to have fun by...

Many students benefit from one on one learning experiences. It is important that students get individual attention to ensure that they understand the material, and that attention is not always given in the classroom environment. Students should be able to feel comfortable with their teachers and ask questions when they need clarification, and there should be enough trust between teacher and student for easy conversation.

...between her natural strengths as an applicant and the admissions official looking over her essay. I hold myself to a high standard. For that reason, I will often ask for feedback, and I would never bill for a lesson in which the student or parent isn't satisfied with my tutoring. I am available to work evenings from 6 pm onward, and weekends all day. I'm available to work all months of the year, and I...

...Lab at CCNY under Prof. Carlos Meriles. Prior to this, he numerically solved the generalized Brachistochrone Problem, and his solution was accepted for the 2023 Issue of the AAPT Journal "The Physics Teacher". He graduated from Brooklyn Tech with a Perfect ACT score and 98.9% average. He is a frequent contributor to The Washington Examiner and author of 55 Days in Dharavi. He is a Senator at the CCNY Student Government and Managing Editor of...

...name is Hailey Seltzer and I am a sophomore in Brown University's BS/MD program. I am concentrating in Biology and Spanish and have a lot of experience with tutoring from both high school and college. I have tutored Spanish for 5 years and was in my high school's honors society in which we tutored freshman and sophomores in a variety of subjects. I currently tutor at high schools in Providence and aid students with college...

...also a believer that the amount of time you put into anything is proportionate with the results, and study really does pay off when it comes to APs and SATs. Study can also be fun, and I make an emphasis on how a slight change in approach to the materials covered on these tests can transform hours of drudgery into a playful, good time. I come from a background in academia where I was a...

Hi! I'm Caroline, a senior at Fordham University. I love interacting with students and explaining new concepts to them! My special interest lies in the liberal arts, but I can also offer test prep and grade-level tutoring in various subjects!

...teaching background includes providing Spanish instruction and homework review (all subjects) to middle school students at an after-school program, teaching practical Spanish and French to medical professionals, and most recently served as course assistant (five times) at New York University's School for Global Public Health from which I graduated with an MPH in 2023. I also have an MBA in marketing and my career is aligned with and requires strong communication skills, both spoken and...

...tutoring people who are in the process of learning a new language; in the past I have worked as a Spanish tutor and as an ESOL teacher and one-on-one English tutor. I graduated from Brown University with a degree in History in 2014. While at Brown I worked as a writing tutor, edited a weekly newspaper, and volunteered teaching writing workshops in a local prison. Since graduating, I have been working as a paralegal at...

I strive to make quality, personalized education available to students everywhere.

...My passion for tutoring started in high school when I began tutoring as a requirement of the National Honor Society. I continued tutoring privately when I entered college mainly for elementary aged students. Currently, I work with an after school program where I work with large groups of students with ages ranging from 4-12 years old. I love being able to help someone who is struggling to grasp a concept. This is something I believe...

My objective is to help students along their journey to success. An education is one of the most important steps on that journey, and all students will need help to accomplish this step.