Award-Winning ISEE- Lower Level Tutors serving Manhattan, NY

...poetry in my spare time, and I enjoy reciting it before audiences at local open mics nights! My favorite poets are Pablo Neruda, Russell Edson, and Toni Morrison because they all have their own unique voices and styles that encourage my eyes and my mind to indulge further and further into their works, page after page. Speaking of pages, I recently coauthored a book with six other undergraduate students and a professor that is available...

...experience, I traveled to Chile in South America, where I worked for a year as a volunteer English professor at the college level in coordination with World Teach, based out of the Harvard Center for International Development. I extended my stay in Latin America to nearly two years by serving as a field director for World Teach, training and supervising new volunteers. While there, I also teamed with Chilean educators at the Universidad Catolica to...

...For the last few years, I have taught both Special Education and English in a high school setting. I have worked with students of various economic levels to prepare them for college and entrance exams. Working with my students individual needs, they have made excellent strides in critical thinking skills and practical writing pieces. I view education as the great equalizer, giving people from various backgrounds opportunities to grow and further enrich themselves. In my...

...to Varsity Tutors. I grew up in Westchester County, where I volunteered as an assistant creative writing teacher in high school. After high school, I moved to Evanston, Illinois for school. I studied a wide variety of subjects in college: from Medieval Literature to Buddhist Psychology. I moved back to New York after graduating to pursue a career in the arts. I currently work as a reader for the literary director of an Off-Broadway theatre...

I graduated from The College of New Rochelle with a masters degree in education. I have always enjoyed working with youth in several different aspects. I've been a mentor, I've been a teacher and of course I've been a tutor. I believe helping people, especially youth, is extremely important. I want to help as many as I can, for as long as I can.... Teach children according to how they learn. Everyone learns in a different...

...subject, is the firm establishment and thorough understanding of the basic concepts and fundamentals. Learning is consequential; without the firm basic core, the students cannot progress further. I have witnessed those students who were forced to move on to the next levels without fully understanding the basic fundamentals, and as a result, they struggled and even developed the fear of learning! Not with me. I believe in individualized, custom-made teaching, if you will. I am...

A selfless teacher/tutor/writer who believes that in life we are not promised a life free of hardship, challenges and storms but we are promised peace in the middle of it all. A dedicated and focused teaching professional committed to providing a well balanced and engaging learning environment. Ability to be a team player and resolve problems and conflicts professionally. Proficient at tailoring lesson plans to incorporate students' diverse interests, and capture their attention and imagination.

...several years of teaching and tutoring under my belt. I have gained experience in literacy and social studies from the Chicago Public Schools, Los Angeles Public Schools, and New York City Public Schools. I consider myself a life long learner. I have a master's degree and am currently working on my doctorate in K-12 educational leadership and policy. When working with students, I love to use materials that can bridge the gap between content and...

I am a teacher of 4 years and am incredibly passionate about what I do. I have worked in all grades from Pre-K to 5th and have focused on students with special needs. I use many different strategies to teach in order to find one that suits your child.

...over 8 years teaching experience in NYC public schools, in grades 7-12. I enjoy working with children and adults of all ages. My favorite part of teaching is when students have an "ah-ha" moment and everything clicks and comes together. I also like watching children become more confident in their abilities and their skill level and grades improve. I have a BA in Business Administration, with a minor in Economics from the University of Connecticut....

...which I taught literacy to disadvantaged students. Soon after, I joined Teach For America in 2009 as a corps member and worked in the Boston Public School system. I was lucky enough to teach a range of grades (Grade 2-8) in both public and private school settings. I enjoy teaching, moreover I love READING! Literacy is my passion. Teaching kids to read is a difficult task; there is no one magic bullet. There are many...

My experiences as an educator have allowed me to develop rigorous curriculum aligned to the Common Core. Through continuous assessment, data analysis, and reflection I tailor my practice to ensure the needs of diverse learners are matched and high expectations are being met. It is my belief that students are most successful when a sound action plan, based on performance data, is developed and pushes them towards mastery of material.... As a professional, educating and advocating...

...begins to pay off, and their test scores rise. I believe that individualization of instruction is crucial to academic success because students are able to get targeted feedback on their own strengths and weaknesses, not the entire class's strengths and weaknesses. I also seek to be personally approachable to students because when there is a divide between tutor and tutoree, I do not believe that the student learns as much as they potentially can. I...

...students comprehension of the material at hand and then help the student construct an analytical argument. In subjects related to math, I review the foundational concepts in a certain topic before proceeding to assist the student with specific example problems. I always make sure to make my lessons enjoyable and relatable, so that the students attention remain on the subject matter. I am also very knowledgeable about standardized tests, particularly the ACT and many of...

...students prepare essays for their college applications. I fully believe that writing and test-taking skills can be learned and that one-on-one instruction is the best way to help a student develop them. My knowledge of the subject matter, good communication skills, and ability to encourage my students make me a great tutor. I also think it’s important to be patient and make the material fun while also being firm. I don’t tell my students what...

...a neighboring town. I also have experience tutoring two brothers while they were middle school students. I would describe my tutoring/ teaching strategy as one that focuses on the learning style of the student I am working with. I feel that I am very adaptable and do an excellent job of reaching the students I work with everyday. Students I work with on a regular basis become more confident, organized, and are better prepared to...

What a magnanimous thing is education for the more we learn, the more we crave to know. It is an infinite experience. It is further so rewarding to teach individuals how to think and then witness the results of this gift.

...time; yet he was very bright, hard working, and asked questions in class everyday. After I worked with him in a small group setting and helped him build confidence, he jumped 30 points. This was a huge success and confidence booster for him. As a tutor, I will bring the qualities I have developed as a classroom teacher, creating a safe environment where students can think outside of the box, make mistakes, and take control...

...strategies. I know the tricks of how to do well when taking standardized tests. As a tutor, I work on establishing a solid base of fundamental test taking techniques. I have many interests outside of teaching and writing. I love nature, gardening and the outdoors; I bicycle and practice yoga; I love baseball; and I love to watch movies and listen to all kinds of music from hip-hop to jazz. I have also taught screenwriting...

Hello! I am a medical school graduate with a little bit of free time on my hands. I am currently preparing for my residency exams because I have my heart set on a few special hospitals. Before med school, I went to Muhlenberg College in Allentown when I majored in Biology and Environmental Science. The subjects that I listed, I love tutoring for. They are my passion and enjoy discussing each in detail.