Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Smithtown, NY

...a bachelors degree in Health Exercise Science from Syracuse University. I love everything math and science and I hope I can make those subjects easier and more enjoyable for you! I have been tutoring for 4 years now in various capacities. I want to help students reach their maximum potential. I know a lot about having to do well in a course while it may not be you favorite, so let me help you and...

My main goal is to support the children. Together let's set reasonable and high expectations. Children believe in themselves just as much as you believe in them. Together we can make sure they know anything is possible.

Hello! My name is Brianna. I am a senior in college, working on my Master's in Elementary and Special Education. I love working with young learners and help them progress in their learning. I have been a reading and literacy tutor for over 4 years now, and I am looking forward to any opportunities that come my way!

...develop a passion and reverence for education. I spent my first postgraduate year serving under-resourced 8th grade students in Brooklyn; in this position, I helped motivate and lead my students, many of whom face great challenges and adversity in life, to academic success in the subjects of Math, English, and Science. While I tutor many subjects, I have a particular passion for Math and Sciences seeing as those are the subjects I will continue to...

...second language acquisition, and cross-linguistic differences. I am also experienced with training students for American standardized tests including the SAT, ACT and GRE. These tests require endurance and confidence as well as fundamental skills, which means that all these components have to be learned, practiced, and nurtured equally for a student to achieve a truly excellent score. At the Yale Autism Clinic, I have worked with special needs children on academic achievement. Additionally, I have...

...I have experience both tutoring and directing children and young adults - not just in things like homework help and the like, but in learning how to play the violin and in performing as a part of a musical. As you can imagine, my work experience is just as varied as this tutoring experience! I'm excited to put my multi-discliplinary work and education experience to good use as a part of Varsity Tutors for this...

...I have had the privilege of working with students of varying ages and skill levels. I have tutored subjects ranging from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus and statistics. My favorite subjects to tutor are algebra and geometry, as they often serve as the building blocks for students' mathematical understanding. I find great joy in helping students unlock their potential and gain confidence in their abilities, particularly when they experience that "aha" moment. My teaching philosophy...

...and Spanish. I am fluent in Spanish and have TEFL and C1 Spanish language fluency certifications and am currently studying to receive my interpreter certification. I was an ESL teacher for 2 years at a Spanish bilingual school in Granada, Spain. I work now as a private tutor, a writing teacher, a non-profit Outreach Coordinator, and a freelance writer. Developing an individualized approach for every student's academic and intellectual needs is my priority as both...

...initiatives such as composting and energy conservation. I was lucky enough to have encountered incredible teachers throughout my education, and intend to provide the same care and attention to each of my students. I am passionate and creative, and will work hard to find out how each student learns and how to best help each student understand the material they are having trouble with. Each student deserves the opportunity to feel successful, and I will...

...students of different ages and backgrounds develop stronger reading comprehension, writing skills, and confidence in their abilities. I specialize in tutoring English Language Arts, writing, and related subjects, and I find great joy in helping students unlock the power of language. Whether guiding a student through literary analysis, refining their essay-writing skills, or strengthening their grammar and vocabulary, I strive to make learning an engaging and enriching experience. My approach is patient, adaptable, and tailored...

...a custom job every time. I ask a ton of questions and I work to getting the student to express themselves as much as possible because that is where all the interesting ideas are, in the students imagination. I do my best to learn the students taste in a variety of areas so that we can compare the practical application of homework material in the world today. The student must feel worthy in order to...

...define what counts as a lie, and how our brains process emojis. At the University of Illinois, I've taught several linguistics courses, including the popular Linguistics 100 introductory course. I spent a semester abroad in Sevilla, Spain during my undergraduate studies and that remains one of the best experiences of my life. I have experience tutoring in several subjects though anything language-related is nearest to my heart. I have always been a gifted writer, and...

...librarian's assistant, and laboratory assistant. So, I bring with me experience from the real world, and merge it with my knowledge of Science, language, literacy and teaching techniques, to give you the complete package. I am the mother of two teenage boys and a seven year old daughter. So, I know about developmental stages, and have developed a tremendous amount of patience. I identify the student's learning style, strengths and weaknesses and take it from...

...deserves to be heard and considered with flexibility and an open mind. I do my best to listen and adapt to a student's learning style, while striving to help them feel confident in expressing their strengths, questions, and needs to others. In turn, I intend to help them become motivated to pursue their academic betterment independently, encouraging them to embrace education as an opportunity for personal growth and empowerment. I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University...

...an inventor, and whenever I go over my parents' house I find that he can shut my car off from inside the house, and I don't know what he's exactly up to now, but my phone doesn't work anywhere near my house and he won't tell me why. He has told me that since he worked at Grumman he has had top secret clearance. Recently I punched in my last name, "Janusas" into Google, and...

...education to transform lives and shape the future. Through innovative teaching methods, differentiated instruction, and meaningful connections with students, I aim to cultivate a love of learning that extends beyond the classroom. By nurturing critical thinking skills, fostering creativity, and promoting lifelong curiosity, I seek to equip students with the tools they need to succeed in an ever-changing world. I am dedicated to fostering a collaborative and student-centered approach to learning, where each student's unique...

Niovi is an enthusiastic tutor with a background in biology and anthropology, who is currently in graduate school for biomedical engineering in New York.

I am an educator who aims to create a comforting, positive, and multimodal learning environment for my students. I aim to provide each student with the most influential instruction as well as resources they require in order to enhance their learning.

...Biology. After graduation, I spent a year working at a pediatric HIV clinic in Lesotho on a Princeton in Africa fellowship, and later, I completed my Master's in Public Health at University College Dublin on a Mitchell Scholarship. Having completed many applications in the course of my college and postgraduate degrees, I have significant experience in personal statement editing and application counseling. I am also happy to tutor for SAT critical reading and writing sections, MCAT,...

...of all ages and have successfully tutored both neurodivergent and neurotypical students, including those with varying cognitive, learning, and physical challenges, which taught me the importance of adaptability in teaching. I teach a variety of subjects including but not limited to: English Reading and Writing: Elementary, Middle, High School and College, SAT, ACT, IGCSE, AP Lang French: All Levels, Verb Tenses, Conjugation, Essays, Listening, Speaking, IGCSE, AP French Math: Elementary, Middle, High School and College,...