Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Long Island City, NY

I have been education for 8 years. It has been a passion to assist students in their academics as well as their lives. I try not to only teach academic materials, but life lessons as well.

...from Florida State University in Chemical Oceanography. I am originally from Indianapolis, IN and moved to the NYC area for my husband's work. I have tutored multiple subjects and age groups throughout my academic career. I have taught English as a second language in both the United States and Mexico to grade school, high school,...

...educational experience that will embolden a love for learning, exploration, and self-awareness. Currently, as a second grade teacher at a private school in Manhattan, I encourage my students to feel confident in their abilities to look closely, think critically, ask questions, and have conversations, with the goal of becoming successful learners across all areas. I...

...at all levels for ten years. My students have consistently shown increased test scores and understanding, in part because I make the learning fun. Plus, I am skilled at identifying and addressing other issues that interfere with understanding (such as fear or misunderstanding of basic skills). My credentials: I hold New York state certification in...

...horizon with knowledge and hope. Starting at an early age my interests were very diverse and my curiosity immense. I've always been an artist at heart and wanted to obtain a solid academic foundation. Therefore, I went on to complete my studies at New York University where I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in...

...a strong focus on psychology, research, and human development. My passion for helping students stems from my own academic journey one filled with curiosity, struggle, and a deep desire to understand not just the material, but the why behind it. That's what I hope to offer my students: not just knowledge, but meaning. I tutor...

Hello, my name is Amy. I have been an educator for years. I am a Certified Teacher in Pre-K through Sixth Grade and Biology and General Science 7-12 with a Master's degree in Education. As a young girl, I aspired to be a teacher.

...learning. I've worked with students for over 22 years in an urban setting. I have seen tremendous gains & improvements in their academic achievements. I have primarily worked with elementary and middle school aged students. I was educated (undergraduate) at Kean College and received my Masters degree from Rutger's University; BSW & MSW. I also...

...Arts in Comparative Literature with minors Theater and Creative Writing (and won both Princeton's Creative Writing Award and its Theater Award). I was fortunate enough to have been selected by Joyce Carol Oates as one of her two advisees. Under her guidance, I wrote my first novel. Since graduation, I have been pursuing a career...

...aligned to the Common Core. Through continuous assessment, data analysis, and reflection I tailor my practice to ensure the needs of diverse learners are matched and high expectations are being met. It is my belief that students are most successful when a sound action plan, based on performance data, is developed and pushes them towards...

...from high school instruction, private tutoring, coaching, preaching, and leading high school youth groups. I have tutored and/or taught in algebra 1, geometry, American literature, world literature, middle school math, middle school science, middle school English/reading, American history, world history, essay composition, SAT prep, SSAT/ISEE prep, SHSAT prep, and GRE prep. I always try to...

...working with students hands on and have fun ways to learn online as well. I love traveling I have been to over 25 countries and this has taught me to not limit myself and to push myself to learn more about the cultures around me. I have worked with students in the past ranging from...

A writer and screenwriter in the West Village, Jordan has written for Grantland, The Awl, AOL News, and on a 30 for 30 short film.

...all subjects in Elementary School, grades K-6 and English Language Arts in Middle School grades 6-8. I think all children have the ability to learn on their level. I have experience modifying lessons and helping struggling learners as well as working with students to get ahead. Throughout the years, I have had all categories of...

...K-2. I have tutored for various tutoring companies as well as private tutoring. I love working with children and especially seeing them grow. It's important to get to know your students' needs and I feel I am a great fit. I am experienced in the common core and know how to figure out how to...

...I was a little kid. I would play teacher and help my sister with her work. Who know those games would ultimately lead me to my career in teaching. I am a current 7 and 8th grade ELA intervention teacher. Prior to that, I taught writing to 5th graders for a year. Additionally, I was...

...and literature, Philosophy, and History. In high school I take a variety of AP and honors level courses with strengths in history, writing, and literary analysis. I am also strong in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculus I. My approach to tutoring is to pinpoint where a student is struggling conceptually and helping to impart to...

...Brooklyn College and I am majoring in Special Education in Early Childhood. I have been tutoring for one full year in reading, writing and phonics. I have a lot of experience with tutoring children in school, outside of school and online. Some of my hobbies are cooking, hiking, spending time with my friends and family....

...worked with children ever since I was one myself! Some of my past experiences with kids include tutoring, being a camp counselor, working in a pre-school, working as an assistant director for children’s theatre, and a children commercial talent agent intern. Last year I worked as a substitute teacher for grades K-12 in six school...

I am Elyse Ambrose, Ph.D. and I am excited to help you in your learning and development in all things related to English and writing. I am interested in knowing your needs and how you already approach your education successfully so that we can mutually work toward your goals.