Award-Winning History Tutors serving Smithtown, NY

...and will receive my Masters of Arts in Teaching Social Studies from SBU in December. In my time at school, I have taken upper level and graduate coursework in US, European, African, and South Asian History, as well as Historiography. These courses, as well as my study of the NY State curricula in Global and American History have made me more than familiar and comfortable with these courses and exams. My own experience as a...

...events and stress the "cause-and-effect" aspects in history to show how history is relevant. I demonstrate how what occurred impacts people on a personal level with emphases on adaptability and continuity. Another of my goals is developing students critical thinking, writing, research, and collaborative working skills. I emphasize that materials presented in class are a starting point in seeking knowledge, not the final word. I view teaching as a major method for people to enrich...

Hi. My name is Avi and I am a Sophomore at Oberlin College. I love to read and write, and I love editing essays. I can help with any work you may have, including any subject that is taught in K-12, Hebrew and Judaic Studies tutoring, college essays and applications, and ACT prep. I have been tutoring and teaching students for four years, and most recently I tutored at Oberlin Middle and High Schools.

Hi! I am a finance student at the University of Connecticut. I specialize in tutoring in math and economics, but also enjoy tutoring sciences and test prep.

...recently graduated from Tulane University in May 2017 with a Bachelors of Science in Management as well as a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Vocal Performance. I'm currently pursuing a Masters of Music in Musical Theatre at New York University. I've had a wide range of experience in tutoring kids of all ages. With subjects ranging from American History to AP Music Theory, I definitely have a history in focusing in variety of different areas.

...Columbia University studying history and sociology. Some of my passions include social justice, education, public policy, and community service. I have previously provided college admissions help, essay advice, and academic support to many students and they have continuously come back to me for additional help on whatever they were working on. I joined Varsity Tutors because I wanted to continue providing the educational and tutoring service to students that I never got when I was...

...in their GPA, and many of them have even become honors students. I am a firm believer that each person requires a different approach and I adapt my communication style to deliver my message effectively. While I can tutor a broad range of subjects, I specialize in General Math, Algebra, Geometry and Languages (Russian, Spanish) because I am very passionate about these subjects. And nothing gives me more pleasure than seeing my students excel in...

I am a senior at the University of Pennsylvania. I love working with children and my favorite subject to tutor is Math. I enjoy solving mathematical problems and taking my students on a journey to a solution. I have been a tutor for about 8 years and I have worked as both a peer tutor and assistant teacher.

I'm a Harvard graduate applying to graduate schools. I've worked in tech, consulting and academia. I've tutored grades 5-12 for 5+ years. My most recent student went from failing 10th grade geometry to getting perfect scores on her exams. I think it's very important not only to understand the material, but to know how to study. I'm enthusiastic about sharing the learning techniques I've developed with others.

...I am a sophomore at Columbia University in the City of New York. I plan to major in Art History. I have a passion for the humanities, but an appreciation for mathematics and the sciences as well. I have experience working with students of all ages in subjects such as math and english (reading & writing). I can help craft and edit essays, assist with homework assignments, and help you study for upcoming assessments. I'm...

...Dartmouth College majoring in Biology modified with Engineering, and I'm minoring in Human Centered Design. I love nature and all things STEM, and my friends know me for having endless fun facts about the natural world. I'm on the women's rugby team and a member of the Dartmouth Humanitarian Engineering club, and I love to hike, bike, and snowboard in my free time. I grew up in New Rochelle, NY where I attended New Rochelle...

...preschool called The Goddard School where I taught ages 2-4 years old. I created lesson plans to help develop their cognitive development/math skills, sensory/motor skills through creative art and language arts. They performed hands-on activities as well as through music/movement. They also learned about science and nature. I love being a tutor because I enjoy forming relationships with children by helping them learn and grow. In addition, I have excellent reading and writing skills. I...

...experience clarifying sentences, helping writers develop a unique written voice, and keeping writing concise and precise, but through The Justice I learned how to find and support a strong argument, recognize logical fallacies in one's own thinking as well as in others, and conduct thorough, accurate and credible research. I also learned the AP's grammatical style guides inside and out, though remain a devotee of the Oxford comma. While most of my work in tutoring...

As an educator, I am committed to creating a student centered atmosphere in the classroom that encourages productive learning. I determine a students' strengths and weaknesses and create an appropriate yet rigorous lesson accordingly. My goal is to push students to their full potential and be a supportive model for them to succeed.

...degrees in German and Journalism and moved on to study a Masters degree TESOL while teaching German courses at West Virginia University. During that time I wrote substantial research into language learning and utilization and won the prestigious award as Eberly College Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant for the World Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Department 2018-2019. Thereafter, I spent the summer teaching English to children in Italy and working as an adjunct German instructor for the...

...I tutor both ELA and Art. I have a passion for both these subjects as I love reading writing, and creating from my mind. I love teaching students to understand the basics of ELA and Art so that they can advocate and express who they are. Like everything in life, these subjects are a process and no one is perfect in them. I do not believe in perfection. I believe in strong effort and not...

...the University of Florida. I received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing, and a Masters of Science in Marketing. I am currently pursuing my PhD in Marketing at Baruch College. I have tutored a wide range of topics and have worked with students at all levels. I enjoy sharing my passion for learning with students and I hope to inspire students to feel confident and capable in their abilities....

...path for students in which they can fully realize their potential. It is my responsibility as an educator to maintain current knowledge of the pedagogical literature and communicate with colleagues for best practices. It is important to exercise collaborative learning, projects, and multimodal work as additional teaching methods to incorporate the broad spectrum of students' linguistic and cultural repertoire. Furthermore, practicing formative assessments such as oral presentations will serve to promote individual student's confidence and...

...of Rhode Island with a BA in Political Science and a Minor in Psychology. I earned an MS in International Communication from St. Johns University. After working for several years, I am changing careers to Speech-Language Pathology because I enjoy working with people and using clinical applications of psychology, language, and communication to help others to find their voice. I am passionate about learning and communication, and the role that psychology and language play in...

...settings, including libraries, schools, and private lessons. Notably, I've had the privilege of sharing my expertise at prestigious institutions like the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA, enriching the learning experiences of individuals spanning diverse age groups. Moreover, I've held a teacher position at a private art school in San Francisco. I mentored BFA/MFA students and high schoolers with aspirations in video games, comics, and illustration. My instructional portfolio encompasses a broad spectrum of subjects, including...