Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...and Math instructor for adults in Boston who were working toward their GED/High School Equivalency Certificate. The perseverance of my students led me to believe that I, too, could return to school! Shortly after I moved to New York City, I started Graduate School at the City College of New York where I am pursuing a Masters in Education to work in Bilingual and TESOL classrooms. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and from...

...teaching experience, I have years of substitute teaching experience, tutoring experience, and have even assisted individuals in passing their U.S. Citizenship/Naturalization Tests. I have taught thousands of people, from age 3 to age 30! The fact that I am trilingual (English, Spanish, German) has come in very handy over the years. Throughout my life I have possessed the ability to be a mentor, friend, protector and teacher of children. I understand and respect the importance...

...I tutored middle school aged students through the Double Discovery Center. I have a strong background in the humanities and in writing, and have had demonstrated success in preparing students for standardized tests. With my background in teaching and leadership in a school setting, coupled with my skills gained as a student at Relay, I have developed strategic instructional moves that have led my students to find success across subject matters. I approach my work...

...Exam (all sections). I remain intimately familiar with the New York State "Next Generation"(revised) ELA, reading, and mathematics exams. I have also successfully, and recently, taught NYS Regents' and Common Core mathematics (algebra) and history (both global and U. S.). Moreover, I am an experienced tutor and teacher for the New York State (NYS) standardized exams in ELA and mathematics for all grades, including test-taking strategies and time management. From remediation through enrichment, I teach...

I am a graduate of Fordham Univeristy where I studied Sociology and Elementary Education. I have two Master's Degrees from Teachers College, Columbia Univerity. One of my Masters degrees is in Learning Disabilities and the other is in Educational Leadership. I have worked as an educator for 22 years and I absolutely love to see my students grow and build their confidence.

I have been teaching young students for two years, while in grad school at Columbia University, studying early childhood education. Before starting grad school, I went to Fordham University where I mentored and worked with young students in many different settings. Overall, I have been working with children for many years and look forward to tutoring, getting to know and learning from my future students! ... My teaching philosophy is that each child learns differently, and...

...goes a long way. I look forward to helping you take your education to the next level. I have experience working and volunteering with pupils of all ages, ranging from 4 to 35. I have worked one-on-one and in small groups. My favorite moment in a session is when a student lights up after they finally understand the material. Students that require additional attention are especially excited when they are able to cross the bridge...

...many ages. I am a former lead Elementary teacher with experience writing reading curriculum. Additionally, I have taught high school and tutored for both middle school and high school students. I am currently pursuing my Master's Degree at Harvard in Psychology with a focus on trauma-informed teaching best practices and am also a Graduate Research Assistant at the Radcliffe Institute at Harvard. I love spending time with children and getting to know their personalities, imaginations,...

...extremely interested in history. I firmly believe it is important to learn about not only the history of our country, but the history of the world. This is crucial because it shows how one event can be crucial to the country weather economically, socially or politically. I strongly believe that one is never too old to learn something new and that knowledge is power. In my spare time I enjoy running, exploring Long Island and...

I am a graduate of Drexel University with a degree in Elementary Education. I have past experience working in K-5 classrooms as a substitute teacher. I currently work as an ESL teacher online, teaching English to children in China via video-conference. I'm comfortable tutoring students in all subjects K-5, phonics, and ESL.

...help students identify areas for improvement and provide them with the tools and support to improve in those areas. Furthermore, I believe it is important for students to be able to identify their strengths and build upon them. In addition to my love for teaching, I love dogs and have two of my own. For relaxation, I crochet baby blankets and Afghans. Most importantly, I love spending time with my family outdoors, at the beach,...

...lot of patience, and am very creative. I find that people of all ages struggle with some sort of learning curve. Finding what works for each person individually is how to teach. Everyone learns differently. Some people are great listeners and do great with dictation, while some need to be hands on, and some people also just are visual learners. Understanding the person you are helping, and learning a little bit about them helps and...

...diverse backgrounds, learning styles and academic levels. I love creating unique activities for my students that align with their personalities and interests in order to motivate them. I believe in the power of data to drive student growth, focusing on benchmark assessments in order to set and track goals along the way, so that students are invested in what we are accomplishing together. I do my best to make learning fun, interactive and positive for...

...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 my ten years of teaching) and it refuses to leave! When I am not teaching, I am...

...say a class clown. When I am not in the classroom you are likely to find me playing soccer (played club soccer at Lehigh), basketball, or working out in the gym to ensure my health and fitness. I also love hanging out with my friends, listening to music, watching movies, and going for walks in the great outdoors. One thing that I am an expert in is connecting with people in order to make learning...

...how to create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable to make mistakes and grow. I am open to any subject, but I especially love working with English, reading comprehension, writing, Spanish, linguistics, and early science topics. My goal is to make lessons engaging and enjoyable while also ensuring that they are clear and accessible. My tutoring style is encouraging and structured. Everyone learns differently, so I tailor my teaching to fit each student's unique...

...all different classroom types, I am most passionate about English and Math. In my experience helping students and shaping their minds to prepare them for their future is so important to me and I have so much fun working with them. I believe in education and striving to be the best you can be. I understand a appreciate that everyone learns differently and that's the fun in teaching because it is never the same. In...

...is derived from my love of teaching and inspiring passion in others for what they may not naturally find interesting. I have cultivated many skills that are incredibly useful for students aiming to maintain a solid GPA, do well on the SATs, and get into the college of their choice. I especially know, very well, what admissions committees are looking for, and I have facilitated the acceptance of many students (who struggled considerably with academics...

...lessonsbuilding trust, encouraging growth, and helping students to believe in themselves. I love tutoring Language Arts because I have always loved Language Arts, but I know it can be challenging for students. My teaching philosophy is simple: I teach from the heart. I believe in creating a safe, supportive environment where students can make mistakes and learn from them. I try to make learning fun, engaging, and tailored to each student's needs, so they feel...

All students can learn! By providing students with alternative ways to approach learning, they will be better at achieving mastery. Improving confidence levels and understanding learning styles makes learning exciting. My goal is to influence every child I interact with to become life-long learners.