Award-Winning ISEE Tutors in Mount Vernon, NY

...govern the behavior of the world around us and it still amazes me how a few simple equations can apply to so many situations, including things we experience every day. My preferred teaching style involves a little bit of give and take. I think I excel at giving students new ways to think about certain problems which may give them a better understanding of the material. I don't feel like it has been a productive...

...specifically, SAT Math, SAT II Math level 1 and 2, and AMC 12. It goes without saying that in order to excel in these exams, the student must possess a solid foundation in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. But first and foremost, it is important that each student identifies the reason that he or she is studying for. Once that goal is vividly envisioned by the student, he or she will find enjoyment and satisfaction...

I have been tutoring for 5 years ranging from elementary school to college students. I specialize in math and science, I am also strong in writing and humanities as well. I have strong standardized test scores and can teach those subjects. ... I like to allow the student to think about and come to an answer as I guide them along the way.... Work with the student to figure out where they are starting, how they learn and what is the best way to teach.

...from Tufts University with a BA in English and minors in Art History and Media Studies. As a member of the National Honor Society and Peer Leaders, I decided to use my experience to help others. I knew there had to be other students out there who were extremely bright and simply didn't excel at standardized tests. I began tutoring for the SAT, specializing in the verbal and writing sections. It was an incredible feeling...

...I have additional experience with ESL students and those with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, ADHD and cognitive impairments. Language arts are a true passion of mine, both academically and professionally. As a bilingual writer for the State Department and two publishing companies, I've learned effective writing skills I love to share with students. I believe that each individual learns differently, so I tailor my teaching strategies to every student's needs. Seeing students overcome challenges and...

...education. She's taught grades K-12 and adult learners, helping students develop a passion for thinking creatively and for thinking critically. She taught her first class in highschool and never looked back. Her students love her wit, energy, compassion, and storytelling ability. They learn without feeling forced to wolf down loads of useless information. Shaniquoa attributes her Jedi teacher/tutor skills to both real and fictional masters of education like her favorite teachers: Mr. Always Question Why,...

...and approachable, I am always willing to go the extra mile with my students-students of all ages and abilities. While I tutor in a wide variety of subjects, I especially enjoy math and writing skills. Math was always one of my favorite subjects in school, and I enjoy the process of communicating those concepts to students. Writing is also exciting for me to tutor because I am fascinated by my students' perspectives and how to...

...at Columbia University focusing on regional studies in East Asia. I acquired my undergraduate degree from Princeton University where I majored in History and received a certificate in East Asian Studies. As a prospective law student, I have been through multiple levels of the standardized testing process and appreciate how difficult it is for students to overcome this obstacle in order to reach their goals. I take a great deal of pleasure in helping people...

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...for the SAT. It is a fundamentally understandable test with a limited number of patterns and question types that can be mastered with practice. The formulaic nature of the test gives me the privilege and joy of being able to reveal a manageable and orderly structure to students who had previously seen only a confusing mess of problems. Similarly, I take great joy in walking students through the mental process of clarifying their ideas and...