Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Mount Vernon, NY

...I also minored in mathematics. During my senior year of high school I taught a class of first graders religious education at Saint Brigid's Parish. I greatly enjoyed teaching this class and the ability it gave me to engage students in a subject and bring them new information. I am passionate about the sciences, mathematics, English and reading. I hope to bring my joy learning new subjects and challenging myself to my students. My hobbies...

...May 2014. During my time in college, I was lucky to spend a semester studying in South Africa at the University of Cape Town and return to the country the next summer to conduct independent research. After graduating from Duke, I accepted an international teaching position with WorldTeach. I was very grateful for the experience to live on the island of Pohnpei in the Federated States of Micronesia for a year and teach reading and...

...Math (Both levels) -SAT / ACT Math - ACT Science One of my core teaching methods is getting the student to thoughtfully approach questions and logically approach problems. I believe strongly that a student should be guided through problems rather than simply told whether they are right or wrong (that's what an answer key is for!). A tutor should provide feedback on their thought processes as well as follow through all possible choices when given...

...received my Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences at TJU this past May. While I am interested in tutoring a range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biological Sciences, particularly Cell Biology, Microbiology, and General Chemistry. I also have extensive knowledge on laboratory experiments and equipment as well as familiarity with biology and microbiology laboratory settings. I would be happy to assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, lab reports, and research papers. I...

...School of Engineering. I am a Computer Engineering major. In my previous job, I worked at a Lego robotics school and I taught kids how to incorporate Legos into STEM related concepts as well as NXT programming. I have also worked at my school's tutoring center where I tutored my peers in subjects like Physics, Calculus and Computer Science. My hobbies include anything that has to do with Computer Science and Math.... I believe that teaching...

Tutor with four years' experience specializing in writing help. I studied history and literature in college and am passionate about the written word.

...want to advance in their life. Through hard work and persistence, I will try my best to give students the ability to become more efficient in scholarly aspects as well as develop a versatile academic background. Since I am focusing my efforts on specialized exams, I will first analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the student and then provide the necessary materials accordingly in order to enhance their skills. Being that I have tutored students...

I am an avid programmer,math enthusiast and love doing Salsa dancing. I enjoy helping students learn math and encourage them to develop a passion for math and science

...and editor, but I am also familiar with the intricacies of private school. I think I would be a great fit to help any students who are looking to take the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE). As a former athlete, I spend a lot of my free time focused on living a healthy lifestyle, constantly seeking to expand my knowledge about exercise and proper nutrition. I play pickup basketball and read regularly. I...

...some money, and offer my tutoring to anyone and everyone in my hometown. Suffice to say, some odd years have gone by since then and now, even as a full-time professor, I find myself enjoying the experience of tutoring and helping students on an individual level enough to continue doing it. With a background in the sciences and mathematics, and a graduate degree in philosophy I'm incredibly well-rounded in terms of what I'm capable of...

...I decided to major in Math during college and will graduate with a BA in Math in May 2015. I have taken all high school mathematics, all of calculus, linear algebra, ordinary differential equations, modern analysis, group and field theory, and number theory as well as classes in logic. I have had some formal tutoring experience with students in high school and some of my fellow students in college, and I have tutored many informally...

...as the actual subjects you wish to learn. I believe that my students best succeed when they develop an awareness of their educational strengths and weaknesses. I believe in emphasizing healthy study routines, the courage to learn from failure, and an openness to change. Like my students, I expect that I will also learn from my practice and refine my teaching style. I welcome open discussions of ways to improve each tutoring session.

...graduating high school class. From there I began my degree in Biochemistry at Western Washington University, which I will receive in June 2015. I tutor chemistry, physics, biology and math. I also provide test prep for the SAT and MCAT. I have worked at my university’s tutoring center for over a year. This taught me to teach quickly and effectively. I never had more than 15 minutes with a student, but my job depended on...

I've been a software developer for the last 8 years, and I like applying mathematical concepts to my personal projects and in my professional experience. I'm also passionate about creating art through drawing and painting murals, and I enjoy singing and creating music with my guitar.

...them reach their full potential. Specifically, I've had experience in Kindergarten, as well as Grades 2- 5. My goals as a teacher include building student's self-confidence, creating a safe space that fosters trusting, accepting, and meaningful relationships, and helping students to achieve personal best. I will achieve these goals in my sessions by devoting my time, both inside and outside of the session, to my students, and making lasting educational experiences. I also plan to...

...music from a very young age, learning both violin and piano. I have experience playing chamber music, orchestra music, and solo pieces, but what I enjoy most is arranging my favorite music for solo piano. While my formal training was in classical music, I have added a focus on movie and TV soundtracks, pop music, and composing my own songs. I have experience working with children on their music skills from elementary through high school...

...lead the way. While reading, I focus on methods authors use to keep my interest and show my students how to use those methods to improve their own writing. I find the history of our country and our planet to be amazing and have developed projects that make learning about it more interesting. I must admit that like many students, I hated math growing up, but somehow math found its way into my heart (throughout...

...bachelor's/master's degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. With tutoring, I am very patient, and it is my goal to make sure my tutees absolutely understand the material they need help with. In general, I explain things in a lot of detail, which could be unnecessary at times, but I think that is better than not explaining enough. Because I'm majoring in Computer Science, that is one of my strongest subjects to tutor in,...

...school teacher, I excel in tutoring Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and AP Computer Science A. My commitment lies in not only imparting a strong understanding of these subjects but also instilling a genuine love for learning. With a proven track record of helping students succeed, I am eager to guide you through the intricacies of mathematics and computer science, ensuring both comprehension and a passion for the subjects. Let's work together to unlock your...

...I worked with students ranging from elementary school to high school as part of RPI Tutor Time. RPI Tutor Time is a program designed to help increase a child's self-esteem and confidence while nurturing a continued desire to learn. As a tutor, I aim to help students that struggle academically and are falling behind by analyzing their weaknesses and structure stable foundations for higher-level coursework to build upon; however, I can teach students who want...