Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

I'm a writer and educator living in Manhattan, originally from Texas. Tutoring by day, working in the theater by night, I'm enthusiastic and well-versed in a multitude of subjects, including GRE Writing and College Application Essays. In my spare time I write plays, perform, collect records, and visit lots of museums. I'm interested in helping a broad range of pupils reach their maximum potential.

My interest in tutoring stems from my love of learning and passion in sharing the learning process with others. I have roughly two years of experience tutoring one-on-one and at learning centers in both high school and college. My hobbies and interested include Jogging, hiking, yoga, reading, language learning, traveling, video gaming and comic books. ... Besides imparting knowledge, one of the most important lessons a teacher can teach a student is "how to learn" and...

...important to be firm, it's equally important to have a relationship with students and parents. My philosophy stems from years of public service after college. In 2008 I was a corps member at City Year Boston in which I taught literacy to disadvantaged students. Soon after, I joined Teach For America in 2009 as a corps member and worked in the Boston Public School system. I was lucky enough to teach a range of grades...

...and passion for learning by giving them support and encouragement that allows them to feel confident in their pursuit of knowledge. Although I enjoy tutoring all things Language Arts, I most enjoy helping students with their reading comprehension and writing skills. Once a love and understanding of reading is developed, learning seems to become second nature. Writing is also a key component to academic success, as it allows a student to confidently express his/her thoughts...

...you reach your full potential. I have 3 NYS teaching certifications. I also have experience working with pre-k-6 grade students. I have over 8 years of wonderful tutoring experiences. I like getting to know you, your learning preferences and your interests and incorporate it into our sessions. Your input in each session will help us work as a team to make the most out of our sessions. A little bit about me, when I am...

...comprehension of the material at hand and then help the student construct an analytical argument. In subjects related to math, I review the foundational concepts in a certain topic before proceeding to assist the student with specific example problems. I always make sure to make my lessons enjoyable and relatable, so that the students attention remain on the subject matter. I am also very knowledgeable about standardized tests, particularly the ACT and many of the...

...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 discern what the individual needs and learning styles of my students are and then try to meet them where they are. I believe that...

...They know the importance and necessity of perseverance, hard work, grit, empathy, self-control, cultural diversity, and social justice for all. These values and beliefs are realized through intentional coursework, activities and reading materials; daily interactions with their peers and teachers; self-reflection, and affirmations. I believe that learning should be interactive and independent yet collaborative. It should be centered around the whole student and their strengths and areas that need to be more developed. My methods...

Hello! I am a current medical student who is passionate about public health and I have taken and achieved high scores on the ACT, SAT, SAT subject exams, AP tests, and the USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 exams. I have tutored and been a graduate level Teaching Assistant in statistics before, and am passionate about helping students, regardless of age or background!

...high school students, and children alike. As an actress, I am gifted at doing voices and communicating lessons in the most exciting way possible. I promise to instill a love of learning within your children. I love school, but it wasn't always that way. I struggled with reading and writing as a kid, and math was a whole different story. However, I battled through these struggles to become a straight A student in college (at...

...shine bright". While earning my Masters Degree in Urban Education, I learned one of the most crucial lessons in Education; if you really want to earn your students' undivided attention, you must first earn their undivided respect for what you have to teach. Besides starting off every lesson making sure I'm on the same "page" as my students, I make it my priority to always explain as thoroughly as possible, what practical benefits are, of...

...I received my undergraduate degree from Emory University also in History. My legal experience includes working as a summer law clerk for two appellate judges and as a summer associate at a large law firm in New York City. In college and in law school I tutored for a variety of subjects and enjoy working with students one-on-one to tackle and master difficult concepts. In my spare time, I enjoy taking in all that New...

...have also recently served as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant in Taiwan. From these experiences, I have developed a fluid understanding of teaching methods and a keen sense of students' diverse learning styles. I can tutor various English subjects, such as PreK-12 ELA curricula, ELL literacy, composition, creative writing, and ESL (conversational English) instruction; I also offer writing support to new and prospective college students, helping them craft effective admissions essays and persuasive course papers....

...and analyzed various learning approaches and amongst all those I found motivation, passion, and consistency are key. I am here to support you along the way and in time make you an independent thinker with the ability to learn anything you desire on your own. That sense of freedom and empowerment is the intrinsic reward I get from teaching and I hope to have the privilege to help and serve all my students! Carpe diem!

...a focus on high-impact literacy and math instruction. Expertise with programs like Wilson Language, DIBELS, and STEP, along with curriculum systems such as Illustrative Math, EngageNY, and Lavinia Guided Reading. Deep commitment to equity and learning outcomes. A classical liberal arts foundation from Thomas Aquinas College, equipping me to foster strong thinking, language, and reasoning skills in students of all abilities. Whether your child needs support catching up, an extra challenge, or just a patient and...

...I was an A.P Scholar with Distinction, as well as a National Merit Commended Student. Helping others realize their goals is a big passion of mine, and that's why I'm so excited to be working with Varsity Tutors! Understanding a subject boils down to understanding its basic components, and my philosophy is if you master the basics, no question can be too difficult for you. I can tutor a wide variety of subjects, but I'm...

...executive administrator, freelance writer, and corporate editor. I have been writing and editing for over 10 years, and am well-versed in technical, fiction, and scientific writing styles. Additionally, I scored in the 85th percentile on the MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning (CARS) section, and in the 90th percentile on the Verbal section of the SAT. I love the English language, and I love reading, and I enjoy sharing that passion and excitement with my clients.

...growth mindset that I expanded my intellectual horizons with a new belief that I could learn anythingif I understood that failure isnt an indicator of inadequacy, but the path to mastery. The geniuses throughout history often were mere mortals whove simply learned to overcame seemingly insurmountable setbacks with tremendous effort and gritty resilience. Once I embraced the paradigm shift that one either learns to fail, or fails to learn, I gradually silenced my inner critic...

I'm grateful to have the opportunity to meet new people. I think an environment of mutual respect and understanding is important. It leads to great conversation and learning by both parties.

Education is an opportunity for all individuals to challenge themselves and grow. My role as the teacher is to help facilitate this risk taking which leads to growth for all students. My goals help each student reach their goals and live their true potential.