Award-Winning Mandarin Chinese Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...Politics, Government, English and History. I am most knowledgeable in the field of Chinese language, and spent my junior year abroad in China participating in intensive language programs in Beijing and Shanghai. I have just returned from a post graduate year abroad in Taipei, Taiwan, and left being evaluated at an advanced level of written and spoken Chinese. I understand how difficult learning this language can be especially for high school students or for new...

...literature. Thus far, I have worked with English as a Second Language learners in Taipei, and worked as a freelance English Editor of resumes, college application essays, cover letters and more. As a tutor, I am always looking for new fun and creative ways to engage students in the material, to help them see the ins and outs of how language is put together whether its a sentence or a five-paragraph persuasive essay. My academic...

I graduated from Williams College in 2009 with B.A. in Economics and Political Science. My Economics study is Macro and Finance oriented, with my senior thesis focused on the financial markets and statistical arbitrage. As a tutor, my focus will be on the standardized tests, Economics, and Mandarin Chinese.

...of New Jersey. I am a graduate with a degree in Bachelors of Technology. I have a great passion for teaching. I have tutored a variety of subjects for students ranging from elementary school through college. I work as a Substitute Teacher with various schools in my district. I believe in learning and spreading knowledge. As it's said ' In vain have you acquired knowledge if you have not imparted it to others.

...an MA in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language from Middlebury College, Chinese studies is my greatest passion in life. Having lived in Shanghai for a number of years, I'm able to combine my extensive pedagogical training with real life experiences to transport my students abroad. Whatever your level, I'm happy to work on at any pace on any skill my student wishes: tones, writing, character retention, you name it! We can do our lesson...

...constant brain hiccups at the most inopportune moments. Why could I only think of pinyin for the Chinese characters that I had just spent twenty minutes memorizing? And why did I blurt that out in Japanese to my English speaking family? Was I ever going to be able to learn to use these languages properly? But from those years, I learned several helpful truths and tips that were applicable both inside and outside of the...

...want students to have the skills necessary to make a positive impact on themselves and the world. Because my model teacher is Jesus Christ, I try to emulate his style; that is, with patience, humility, grace, passion, and accuracy. I mainly tutor courses at the collegiate level; though, I also tutor elementary and high school level courses. The topics I cover in Mathematics are Algebra I-II, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus I-III, Linear Algebra, Abstract Mathematics, Statistics,...

...way that art and law intersect regarding concerns over originality. I am starting law school this fall in the hopes of one day addressing those concerns as an attorney. For students just learning the LSAT or for students who have been struggling with it, I know what it's like! I recently took the LSAT and have successfully helped other students conquer the test by crafting a practice schedule and developing specific strategies for approaching each...

I am a motivated and dedicated student who is looking to help similar-minded students achieve their academic goals.... I believe that patience and understanding is the key to teaching students. One can never rush learning, as students need to have a solid foundation before learning new concepts.... I would figure out what kind of learner they are and how best to help them achieve their goals, in addition to finding out how much they already know.

...several non-profit groups. As a result, I have worked with students across a wide range of ages, skill levels, and backgrounds. The feedback I hear most from students is that I am very patient with them, especially when it comes to working through difficult concepts. I strive to create a friendly and supportive dynamic with my students so they feel safe enough to not only ask questions but also to make mistakes, as I strongly...

...in Romance Languages (French and Spanish) and a minor in Chinese. I have also studied a bit of Italian, Japanese, German, and Swedish. I have always had a passion for foreign languages, fascinated by both the linguistic mechanics and the cultural practices that have prompted each language's unique style. I greatly enjoy sharing the knowledge I've learned from my studies with others, which is the primary reason why I became a Varsity tutor!... I think the...

Certified Public Accountant, CFA II Candidate, Master of Accounting from Tulane University. Subjects: SAT, Accounting, and Chinese Mandarin

...a Bachelors in Psychology and Education. I have spent 2 years informally teaching English as part of the Conversation Tree Program and I have spent 2 years in Taiwan formally teaching English. In high school, I spent 3 years as section leader of the front ensemble in marching band, having taught basic music theory and proper mallet percussion handling to new members. I hope to be of great help and experience to others.

...I'm friendly, encouraging, and like to help my students in any way I can! When I was a high schooler, I also had some tutors to help me through school, so I understand what it's like to be in the position of the tutored. Sometimes learning something new is tough and seems impossible, but it is possible and I want to help you achieve your goals! In my free time, I like to watch funny...

...future. Whether it is one's personal life relationships to academics, sports, business etc., in fact anything which an individual enjoys doing with a passion to strive to be better and better will eventually taste the fruit of success. At the age of 5, I moved to the Middle-East with my family and acquired my high school diploma there. In 2008 we immigrated to the United States, and it was totally a different exciting and wonderful world....

...as well as four years in the classroom, I have learned how to employ humor and frank communication to bring the best out of my students. A lively attitude and a little humility from the instructor allows students to engage with the content unburdened by the self-doubt that most people experience in an unfamiliar social setting. As a working relationship develops, I can help to build intrinsic motivation by helping information to fit into conceptual...

...Hofstra University. I am majoring in business management and minoring in Chinese. I will receive my BBA degree in 2020. Though I am not certified to teach, I am very knowledgeable in Mandarin, writing, and general math subjects such as algebra. Though I can tutor math and writing, I am most passionate about tutoring Mandarin because it was my primary language (I used to live in China). In my spare time, I enjoy watching movies,...

...confidence in their academic skills. I have ADHD, a processing disorder, and testing anxiety, so I have plenty experience feeling hopeless in a class, yet also experience pushing through and adapting in the classroom. I hope to be able to use my knowledge to help others succeed in areas that they desire. I also want students to feel more comfortable with making mistakes and turn them into a learning experience. I think that problem-solving is...

...have experience with SAT and ACT prep as I obtained high scores on those standardized tests as well as the MCAT (medical school admissions exams). My goal is to help your student succeed. I like to help students move from a point where they need lessons and reteaching provided to a point where they become Masters of their own learning. Not only do I want students who work with me to gain competency in content,...

...my native language, and I enjoy teaching it as much as I do math. As a software engineer, I naturally apply a structured, logical approach to tutoring. I break subjects into smaller, manageable parts to help students connect the pieces and understand the bigger picture. My teaching style focuses on asking questions that encourage students to think independently, guiding them to reach answers logically and fostering a habit of self-reliance in learning. Outside of tutoring,...