Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...at all levels. I am a vibrant young tutor with many pursuits. My background is in the marketing, the arts, and social sciences and I hold a BA from Santa Clara University and a Master of Music degree from Boston University. When I'm not tutoring I am writing, editing, singing and helping others achieve their goals. My favorite subjects to tutor are writing, reading, English and study skills/organization. I love to see the increased confidence...

...in other subjects such as Social Studies, Math, and Science. My goal as a tutor is to help students identify areas for improvement and provide them with the tools and support to improve in those areas. Furthermore, I believe it is important for students to be able to identify their strengths and build upon them. In addition to my love for teaching, I love dogs and have two of my own. For relaxation, I crochet...

Angela graduated from Yale University and has extensive experience mentoring high school and college students. She has worked with high school students on their college admissions essays to top universities and mentored college students through internship and job search processes. She looks forward to working with you!

...Arts in English having also concentrated in 20th Century art history and Critical Theory, the History of Philosophy, and Buddhist Studies. I tutor literature, grammar, phonetics, essay writing, philosophy, art history, Spanish, and public speaking. I believe that education should foster the mutual development of student and teacher and that the best tools to cultivate such radical, coterminous growth are patience, attention to difference, and respect for detail. Since graduating, when I am not tutoring...

...adjunct college professor for over ten years. I typically begin by diagnosing students' difficulties, then proceed with a learning plan, according to the timeframe available. I believe in data-driven instruction - meaning, I use student work to help design the learning plan as we go. Also, I have experience teaching a wide variety of subjects, and I am a standardized test scorer, giving me insight into the 'other side' of the testing world.

...and test strategies, but we'll also work on developing the key skills and approaches that will help you succeed in all areas. I truly believe there's no one method for success -- it's a matter of figuring out what works for you and understanding your own strengths and weakness. And, of course, doing a lot of work and practice. As a tutor, I will help you set and achieve your goals and I'm willing to...

I am working towards two degrees for Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics. Currently I am attending Rutgers University in New Brunswick. I had the pleasure of tutoring Calculus 1 to my fellow peers during my freshmen year of college, and ultimately math is my favorite subject to tutor. Being patient is key to succeeding as both a student and a mentor and I believe practicing problems often enough is a great way to understand them.

...them in a variety of subjects, including math, reading comprehension and fluency, writing, handwriting, social studies, and science. I also coached competitive high school debate (following my own participation in the event throughout high school), and taught students research, writing, argumentation, and public speaking skills, as well as about international and domestic politics. I am comfortable tutoring in a variety of subjects, particularly at the elementary and middle school level. I am most excited about...

...teaching approach is very much tailored to each student's individual needs. I'll take the time to know you and what you want to learn before the tutoring begins, so as not to waste your time going over things you already know. I firmly believe that writing, reading, and test-taking are skills that can be learned by anyone and that personal, one-to-one instruction is the best way for students to go beyond what they are able...

...have always fascinated me due to their application towards everyday technology. Along with economics, these are my favorite subjects to tutor because they involve concrete answers deeply rooted in logic. As a tutor, I strive to help students better understand complex problems and develop problem-solving skills. This mindset is obviously crucial for tests, but it also helps students develop analytical techniques that can benefit them in innumerable ways. Outside academics, I enjoy reading about current...

...writing and literature at Montclair State University and William Paterson University. I have also tutored extensively, both at Bloomfield College and privately, helping students to brainstorm, draft, research, revise, and edit their writing; as well as to be better readers and analysers of literature (non-fiction and all creative writing). In addition, I am a published short-story writer whose work has appeared in national journals (Lunchticket.org, 2015; Folio, Spring 2014; PIF, 2011); and I have strong...

...am now a full time special education public school teacher. With my experience and my passion to teach and influence children, I truly believe I can positively influence our young children. I believe every single child is different and unique and therefore I am very passionate about catering to each and every childs needs and desires. Children learn and interact best when they are interested and one of my main priorities is to always capture...

...my strategies: -- Each test is a game, treat it like one! All games have rules. There are free points on every test that can be won by just knowing these rules! -- Study smarter, not longer. Once we know the rules, we can apply them to make our study hours more effective. Fewer hours spent cramming and better scores! -- Relax! Being anxious about your grade doesn't help you take the test. I know...

...study games and graphic organizers! I take great joy in helping students succeed. I have been described as warm, patient, calm and caring. I can easily relate to students of all ages and am able to break down complex information. I have worked as an assistant preschool teacher and as a beloved camp counselor for many years. My teaching philosophy is focused on skill building: My goal in tutoring is to give you/your child the...

...their abilities. I believe that clear and effective communication is essential, and I strive to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment. I am currently completing my Bachelor's degree in Language and Communication, graduating this June. My tutoring expertise lies in Spanish to English, English to Spanish, and essay editing/proofreading. As a native Spanish speaker, I offer a unique perspective on language acquisition. I am passionate about helping students improve their skills and build confidence,...

...half years with a Bachelor's degree in English as well as a minor in creative writing. Through my time at school I have peer edited countless papers, critiqued works of fiction, and written a considerable amount of my own material. Throughout my whole life I have spent much of my spare time reading books or writing creatively. My expertise is letters, words, sentences, paragraphs- how to create them, decipher them and think about them. If...

...creative writing as well. I'm especially strong at drawing connections---and helping others do the same---between literary devices and broader concepts in literature and personal creative writing. I'm also skilled at helping to proofread and edit essays and creative works, creating essay plans, and working with students to form ideas for analytical essays. I have tutored college and high school aged students as needed for the past 6 years, focusing on analytical skills and essay writing...

...to a range of age groups from 1st to 12th graders. With this company I tutored in English and Math. I've worked with TRIO program, providing tutoring to high school students in English and Math. As an educator, my job is to strengthen the knowledge of my students' skills/foundation and to present the material in ways that once seemed challenging as not so complex. I live for the "oh, I get it" moments.

...work with students of all ages and experience levels. I specialize in humanities and Chinese language instruction. Because I am currently a student myself, I can truly empathize with students' concerns and frustrations. My passion for the subjects I tutor enables me to enthusiastically engage with students, help them discover their strengths, and find solutions to their weaknesses. I love helping students achieve their potential and explore their academic interests. I love traveling, yoga, cross...

...program and will be dedicating my year to analyzing diversity in the video game community (which I am actively part of). I am a member of the Society of Professional Journalists and the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. During my undergraduate, I was awarded the Florida Association of Broadcasters Scholarship Award. I was also the first Online Digital Producer/Social Media Marketer for the Central Florida Future, the college newspaper for the University of Central Florida....