Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

A battle-tested veteran of the New York private school circuit, I graduated college in 2013 and now teach German in DC. I lived in German-speaking Europe for many years, and I majored its language, culture and history. I fully understand the many competing demands on a modern student's schedule. My tutees and I therefore tailor-make lesson plans based on their personal strengths and areas for improvement in order to fully capitalize on our time together.

...is Rachel! I am a college English professor at Suffolk County Community College , and have been tutoring students of all ages in English, math, and history for ten years. I experience joy every time I can help a struggling student understand, or even enjoy a subject. I am very experienced in tailoring lessons to meet an individual's needs, so no matter what your issue is, we can figure out how to solve it together!...

...was hired by the University to tutor current students. Additionally, I was a tutor for a home-schooled middle school student. The subjects of focus were Spanish, English, and occasionally Science and Social Studies. My subject focuses at Varsity Tutors are Spanish and English, particularly reading, writing, and speaking. I am easy to get along with and adaptable to all age ranges as I have tutored varying ages. I look forward to working with more students...

...help once in a while, and there is no greater feeling than finally understanding a concept you have been struggling with. I understand that no two people learn in the same way, so I emphasize flexibility in my teaching. With some dedication, there is truly no subject that cannot be mastered. Any lesson from me includes tips on note taking, study skills, and test-taking, which I believe are the foundations of academic achievement. Although I...

...committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. With a background in English Language/Literature, Psychology, and Spanish, I bring both expertise and enthusiasm to my tutoring sessions, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention and guidance tailored to their unique needs. My goal is not only to improve my students' academic performance, but also to instill a lifelong love for learning. I am excited to bring my skills and to make a meaningful impact...

...the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that...

...student. I want to understand my student's abilities, struggles, and passions as best as I can, so that I can more effectively help them find themselves in their work and accomplish it to the best of their ability. My style revolves around verbal communication and problem-solving, and emphasizes these qualities in a team setting. I will work with my students in a manner that bolsters their self-confidence and academic independence as I firmly believe these...

...a native English speaking volunteer in a school in La Serena, Chile. I am very organized, and I enjoy tailoring lessons to the needs of my students. I have worked with many student populations, and I have built a wonderful rapport with all of my students. Working with children has challenged me to be creative, nurturing, and most of all, patient. I believe that there are various forms of knowledge and every student has their...

...Times online, GirlBoss, MTV and more. I have been featured for my work in media outlets including The New York Times, The Independent, and Forbes. I have also written content for television shows that have aired on major networks including PBS and National Geographic. In addition to working with small and emerging brands, I love working with students on developing strong writing and presentation skills! I tutor in reading, writing, essay composition, reading comprehension, and...

Studying is challenging. Let me help you to become more motivated and have better skills and approaches to learn what you want. I have over 10 years of teaching experience and I am passionate about teaching and sharing my knowledge. Learn better, faster and most importantly enjoy it! Book a class to see for yourself.

As a young kid, I struggled to find any passion in school. Thankfully, I had a series of teachers that really helped me find my stride and helped me enjoy my studies, and therefor succeed. I hope to be able to provide this same wonderful opportunity to any student I tutor.

...I'm a playwright, researcher, and certified Special Educator, and I'm really excited to help you reach your academic goals! I have a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Special Education, but don't let that fool you; I've done dramaturgical and authorial research for novelists, stand-up comedy, and grant writing! I also speak five languages, three of which are dead! Getting people excited about literature and literacy is my passion, so I'm more than happy to talk...

I have been teaching French for 8 years and I have a master's degree in computer science from New York University. I love working with students and getting them excited to learn new skills. I have a personable and patient approach to students.

...with your reading comprehension and writing skills, interested in growing your vocabulary and perfecting your grammar, or need some help with English class, literary analysis, or essay editing, I would love to help bring out the best in you as a reader and writer. If you're in the first few levels of French study and would like help improving your spoken, written, and reading skills, I can help with that, too. If you have a...

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 developed a passion for helping students improve on standardized tests. I have over three years of experience tutoring students from grade 4-11 for a wide range of subjects. I am particularly passionate about helping students improve in reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and essay writing. While many students find these subjects daunting, I think that with the right strategies, anyone can improve in these areas. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy reading, writing short stories,...

...in ensembles, and individually. My favorite part about teaching and tutoring is helping students get excited about a new idea or creative process. In my tutoring sessions, I will focus on both big ideas (developing and structuring arguments, analyzing themes, building connections, etc.) and the nitty gritty details (conventions, grammar, sentence structure, style, voice, etc.) of reading and writing, whether it be for an essay prompt on an assigned novel or for SAT prep. By...

...completion. Best of luck to all of you on your academic endeavors, and feel free to message me if you have any questions or requests. Please note, I am most often working from home, and I'm happy to help my existing students with instant tutoring. However, my style of instruction is far better suited if you kindly request a scheduled time 18-24hours in advance. **EMTs in training: I am a volunteer with 3 years of...

...following: 1. The strong relationships that I develop with my students through empathy, passion, and a sense of humor. 2. My expertise in mathematics and with the various standardized admissions and certification exams. 3. My teaching philosophy which emphasizes helping students to develop an intuitive understanding of the concepts that they are studying rather than the memorization-based learning experience that students are most commonly familiar with. Please feel free to reach out to me about...

...the need of each individual. I earned a BA from the University of Rochester in Brain & Cognitive Sciences. Both my graduate and undergraduate studies have explored how the brain effectively learns information, and I look forward to opportunities where I can share what I have researched with others. Given my background, I am proficient in math, science, and psychology, and can help my students apply the principles of scientific writing to create clear and...