Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

I am a published novelist and a graduate of one of the most prestigious law schools in California. I have been a staff member on a presidential campaign, and I have been around the world. I am enthusiastic about learning, and about communicating my knowledge. I get along with almost everyone and I have outstanding morals, ethics and values.... I approach each individual and task in a specialized manner. I vary my approach in accordance with...

...a degree in finance, the ensuing recession set me on an alternate path of entrepreneurship, and I've founded three companies so far. As a tutor, I'm calm, laid back and patient. I try to explain how to solve each type of question and help students work through how to find the answers on their own. I focus on confidence as much as on content. I believe it's important to believe in your own ability to...

...a native of New York City and has been teaching since 2003. I have taught middle and high school (both public and private), as well as at the college level. I have a BA in English from UC Berkeley, an MA in Secondary Education from CUNY Brooklyn College, an MPhil in Anglo Irish Literature from Trinity College Dublin and a PhD in English from St. John's University. In my free time I enjoy CrossFit, writing...

...psychology, which are my favorite subjects. I love tutoring students because it allows me to teach in a smaller setting and focus on building specific skills with my students. I am a very passionate teacher and try to make content enjoyable for the students, while helping them to reach their full potential. When I am not teaching or tutoring, you can find me biking, skiing, hiking, reading, or playing with my dog!

...helped design Freshman curricula to encourage students to get used to high school expectations and sophomore curricula aimed at preparing students for IB study should they choose to pursue that path.Those years included creative writing of poetry and short fiction as well as study of the personal essay modelled on writings of authors such as Loren Eisley, Joan Didion, James Baldwin, and Alice Walker. There is more to writing than crafting a persuasive critical paper...

Dedicated and trustworthy professional that will honor his promise in helping you reach your educational goals. I take the necessary time to make sure my students understand what is being taught. I put my students first, and I look forward to meeting your challenges and expectations.

...Psychology, English Literature and Composition, US History, and Biology. I am also well-equipped to teach Voice, Audition Preparation, Music, and IB Theatre. I thoroughly enjoy rekindling the passion in students to grasp a particular subject they are struggling with. Learning should be presented in a fun, exciting way, while still making sure the student is understanding the material. I always say, each student has a different way of learning, but EVERYONE has the ability to...

...actualize their goals by tailoring to their individual learning style and teaching them the strategies necessary for conquering the ACT. I believe that writing is a dynamic process, and a successful writer is someone who can communicate their ideas effectively. My goal is to guide each student at whatever stage they are in and to help them clarify, organize, and strengthen their content by engaging in fruitful dialogue. The end result is a piece that...

...them improve and make great strides on a weekly basis. My personal favorite subjects as a student were history and english, but I find helping students who struggle with math equally as gratifying. I also enjoy tutoring for standardized exams such as the SAT because of how easy it is for students to improve once they are taught techniques and begin to practice them. As the son of a teacher I was always taught that...

...they achieve their academic goals. This passion was exemplified when I was tutoring 11 and 12 graders and they achieved top 10 national rankings . These subjects include history and social studies. I also help and maximize students' potential for exams such as the SSAT, ISEE and the HSPT.Overall my tutoring style and philosophy is to essentially cover all bases so that my students or myself won't be surprised by any "trick" questions.I always try...

I have been an English teacher for the past 6 years. I have my Masters degree in Education. I absolutely love to read and write; my favorite author is Shakespeare. I love to teach and help students! I take my passion for English and teaching and transform my student's live in whichever way I can.

...have worked with middle schoolers, and tutored my peers through the National Honor Society at my high school. Most recently, I have been employed at DC Reads, an intensive tutoring service for elementary and middle school students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Spanish, and essay writing. I have seen what excellent tutoring can do in these areas, and want to take on a holistic approach to...

...This is practical. Finding the beauty in a particular concept, realizing its elegance, makes understanding difficult material not only enjoyable but also a little easier. In each session, I encourage open communication about any difficulties my students have with the day's material. Students must feel comfortable enough to express when they don't understand a concept - no matter how seemingly insignificant. With the information my students relay, I can tailor each session appropriately. Ultimately, I...

...from Rutgers (with a 3.8 GPA) and UMDNJ-Rutgers Medical School. I was a Family Practitioner for 25 years. I have successfully mentored and tutored all levels of students for 30 years. I currently tutor SAT and ACT English at an international learning center, Biology at Assumption College and science, psychology, SAT and GRE prep, insurance, math and college entrance essays with Varsity Tutors. I try to make every session interactive and fun! My hobbies include...

...York, and Pennsylvania, and can now be found in Northern Westchester, NY. With over 14 years experience teaching students aged 3-70, I currently teach College Writing at Montclair State in New Jersey and both Critical Thinking and Junior Seminar at Mercy College in Westchester. I am the self-published author of more than a dozen scifi and horror novels, available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. My tutoring is focused on the test specifically and has...

I have been a tutor for six years, and have tutored all ages. I specialize in the college admission process, and especially like working with students on admissions essays and test prep. I graduated from the University of Notre Dame two years ago with a degree in television and anthropology. I work at MTV during the weekday, but am free weekends and weeknights after 7:00 pm.... I think a good tutor allows the student to learn...

...2011, which I am still pursuing. As a Ph.D. student I have taught both discussion sections of required humanities courses and stand-alone German language courses at all levels; both of these kinds of courses require significant one-on-one work with students in office hours. I am most passionate about helping students improve their writing, analyze literary texts, learn a foreign language, and understand historical events. I also enjoy taking and tutoring standardized tests and believe that...

...critical thinking skills to the next generation. I am fueled by a deep commitment to education and an unyielding curiosity about the natural world. I have been tutoring for over 4 years in a variety of subjects. I am most passionate about tutoring for standardized tests, as I am able to make a tangible difference in a student's journey towards a stellar score. I tailor my lessons to meet individual needs, making learning both enjoyable...

...to the US, I became interested in Japanese culture where there was Japanese television on Fridays. When those programming licensing ended, I turned to the internet. In the second semester in college, I took the opportunity to enroll in the first Elementary Japanese class. I was able to get an A in the class. I have taken all the required classes and have become proficient in Japanese. In addition to tutoring Japanese, I can tutor...

I am an MFA graduate and currently work part-time as an assistant teacher with CUNY. I teach reading comprehension and analysis, as well as college-level essay writing. I also have a background teaching creative writing, as well as working as a nanny and tutor to elementary-aged children. I love working with students of all ages, helping them learn and grow to realize their full academic potential.