Award-Winning HSPT Tutors serving Greenburgh, NY

...backgrounds and ages; i.e. classmates, referrals and colleagues helping them achieve their objectives. I always found it rewarding to see faces shine during Aha moments of understanding and eventually see many of them improve their scores/performance. With regards to learning, I believe there are 3 keys: practice, practice and more practice! In other words, my...

...and a minor in Spanish Literature. Since high school, I have tutored various subjects including biology, math, Spanish, and English. In college, I was accepted into the Mentoring and Student Teaching Program for underserved children in Philadelphia. I served as a science and english tutor for three years, while tutoring my peers in Spanish and...

...students through the mental process of clarifying their ideas and assumptions that is necessary for the development of effective persuasive writing. I am open-minded and eager for adventure. I've spent 3 of the past 4 years living in the Middle East between Syria and Egypt. And I've recently completed filming of a documentary I am...

...been the way that art and law intersect regarding concerns over originality. I am starting law school this fall in the hopes of one day addressing those concerns as an attorney. For students just learning the LSAT or for students who have been struggling with it, I know what it's like! I recently took the...

...have been a teacher in Commack Public Schools for 23 years. I have taught Kindergarten, first, fifth and I am presently teaching 3rd grade. I have facilitated many professional development workshops for colleagues within Commack and outside of Commack. I believe all students can learn! Learning should be FUN! Looking forward to sharing my love...

...differently, and it is crucial that a tutor be aware of, attuned to and prepared for those differences. I believe that tutoring is about growing minds and forging connections and I believe my long history of successful tutoring partnerships attests to that fact. In my free time, I enjoy reading, writing poetry, taking online Coursera...

...I have three years teaching experience and six year tutoring experience. Below are the courses that I have taught: University: Finite Mathematics, Mathematics for life, Algebra, fundamental of Mathematics. Community College: Introduction to Statistics, Algebra and trigonometry, Algebra, Pre-Algebra. Test Prep: GED, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, Math Regents NYC High school: Algebra, Trigonometry and geometry....

...a good listener. Children are very perceptive and I believe they know a lot more than we think they do about people. One thing I would like to say about myself, is that I consider myself to be a team-player. Having worked in the business world, prior to becoming a teacher, I found that the...

I enjoy helping people reach their potential. If you're struggling in a class, there's probably a good reason. It may take some work, but I'm confident that I can help you succeed.

...in my life?" Well, good news is that I like to apply math to real world situations to allow my students to fully understand the relevance and necessity of knowing and using math in their everyday lives. I have a large range of teaching experience from very young to adult. I enjoy teaching and am...

...energy to want to continue learning, and I try to make the experience as enjoyable (while still educational) as I can. I incorporate a lot of technology, through the use of my iPad or laptop. I allow students to supplement their tutoring work with educational applications, websites, and video clips. I like to use as...

...for literacy, along with writing and conducting testing for Individualized Education Plans. I have received comprehensive training to prepare our students for standardized state assessments, as well as integrating our curriculum with Common Core Learning Standards. In addition, I initiated several after-school clubs to fill in the gaps in elective offerings, such as theater and...

...my thing. I am a social scientist with a media studies MA and 5 years of experience writing professionally anything from TV scrips to anthropological research reports. What do I teach? The foundations of sociology and linguistics: writing, research, social studies and history. I love long walks on the beach (it's actually nice) and horror movies.

...question; it is built upon a relationship of trust that over time blossoms into a special connection between student and tutor. As a tutor, not only do I want the best for students, but I want to serve as a role model as well. My subjects include English, Reading, Chemistry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra II, Geometry, and...

...teaching for 3 years. Tutoring and teaching have always been a passion for me, and I have been working with students since I was in high school. When i'm not teaching, I enjoy reading, music, going to concerts, and watching baseball. I also love visiting Disney World! I hope I can help you to achieve academic...

...to Germany which is sponsored by the state department (I am fluent in German!). Interests include literature from in various languages, philosophy of knowledge, and literary theory, but I have experience in tutoring high school math and English as well. I like to work with students who are engaged and like to create their own...

...ranging from middle school to college-age, as well as non-traditional students. I began tutoring by helping my peers, which in the later years, converted into more formative private tutoring. My experience so far includes teaching Urdu and English Literature, exam prep for all ages (especially ACT and SAT), general help with homework, and support for...

...Outside of the academic arena, I love food and theatre above all else. I've also grown very fond of web and multimedia design. I am a total geek when it comes to languages, which has led me to a new found passion for travel. I am in process of learning Spanish and Italian, and I...

...of MATH and other school anxieties. I am a recent NYS Certified Mathematics teacher (6-12) with experience teaching high school at NYC public schools, private schools, and an instructor at numerous colleges (Fordham University, Mercy College, SUNY Community Colleges). I have tutored for over 15 years. Undergraduate degree from Cornell University and Masters of Education...