Top ASPIRE Tutors serving Manhattan

Ari: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...you are likely to forget it. That principle has transitioned over to my tutoring style. We start from the most basic, simplest core of the concept. Once we understand that, we slowly work our way up until you understand even the most difficult concepts..soon you're able to tell me the reason for every variable in the Schrdinger equation. Sometimes my students also develop a passion for knowing why and I love it. I'm not a...
Education & Certification
Allegheny College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry, Music

Charlotte: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...at the University of St Andrews. I am working towards a Bachelor of Arts in English and International Relations. While I am interested in a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Literature. I am a firm believer in the power of education, and believe that it can be simple to make learning fun. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, traveling, and seeing my friends and family.
Education & Certification
University of St Andrews - Bachelor, English and International Relations

Rachel: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...am a college English professor at Suffolk County Community College , and have been tutoring students of all ages in English, math, and history for ten years. I experience joy every time I can help a struggling student understand, or even enjoy a subject. I am very experienced in tailoring lessons to meet an individual's needs, so no matter what your issue is, we can figure out how to solve it together! I look forward...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelors, English
Hofstra University - Masters, English and Creative Writing
GRE Verbal: 165

Matthew: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
My students learn the tools to succeed at what they are doing. They discover their true questions and how to take all the steps to understanding and doing things for themselves.... My teaching philosophy begins and ends with respect for the student. I believe that each student can find an authentic interest and use for what they are studying It is important to build on levels of understanding and competence. Students learn by doing.... I chat...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Latin American Studies

Garon: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...and won literary prizes from UConn and Mount Holyoke. I also worked for the University Writing Center. Working with students one-on-one, informed by faculty guidance and frequent workshops, I developed a tutoring style that focuses on collaboration and flexibility. No matter the subject, I believe that we learn best when we discover for ourselves, and forget when we are lectured. I spend my spare time reading, writing, talking, listening, and trying to stay active, so...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740

Jessica: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...on history and postcolonial theory. I attended New College of Florida where I received my bachelor's degree in History. I am an aspiring professor and an avid student of all disciplines. My tutoring experience ranges from elementary school to graduate-level work, and I have specialized for the last two years in working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized...
Education & Certification
New College of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, History
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, South Asian Studies
GRE Verbal: 166

Dave: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...school or college or even to prepare for a business or leisure trip to South America or Spain. Before we start the tutoring process, we will have a very casual discussion to get to know one another: For me to best understand exactly what it is you wish to get out of the class and for you to share with me your expectations of the class. I want to ensure that you get the most...
Education & Certification
Susquehanna University - Bachelors, Accounting
New York University - Masters, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Dustin: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...Arts in Classical Civilization. After graduating, I relocated to New York City to pursue my creative goals and obtain an MFA in Fiction writing. I have experience tutoring both adults and gifted adolescents; while I am capable of tutoring a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing, History, and Literature. I believe in the intellectual potential of every student, and have observed that a great many obstacles in a student's educational...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Civilization, Honors
CUNY Queens College - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing - Fiction
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35

Meg: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...absolute favorite thing, so tutoring English is my favorite subject! While my background is in English, I taught Science so I'm flexible on content I can teach. From teaching I learned that all students are different, and I'm interested in getting to know the individuals I work with. Everyone has their own strengths, and I believe tutoring is about building on those strengths. I'm happy to teach you some test-taking, reading, and problem-solving strategies so...
Education & Certification
Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, English
Columbia Teacher's College - Current Grad Student, Sociology and Education

Austin: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...I've spent years trying to force this love into gum snapping high school students, and when I see that spark of awareness that some of us get from reading great books, it makes up for all the swings and misses on students who just want to get the grade and get out the door. Even if you think reading is something to do only when the power goes out, I can help you find something...
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, Teaching of English

Gisela: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
I have been teaching for over 3 years. That is something I love to do and it is what I see myself doing for the rest of my life.
Education & Certification
Berkeley College-Woodland Park - Bachelors, International Business
Berkeley College-Woodland Park - Masters, Business management

Elaine: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science. Experience: 1 on 1 tutoring in Mandarin, Psychology, and Calculus 1. Working with students in AP Computer Science. Subjects: Java Programming, Mandarin Chinese, Mathematics (Algebra, Calculus 1), ACT Writing Tutoring Style: Real-world examples, diagrams, references to relevant things in daily life Interests: Fencing, Graphic Design, and Community Service
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 35

Corey: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...I am a scientist first. I have done many competitions such as the New York Science and Engineering Fair and so I am used to presenting my research projects in a concise and understandable way. I am skilled in breaking down difficult topics into bite sized pieces of digestible information. This way I am showing, not telling. I believe it is super important for the student to actually understand the information instead of just being...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor in Arts, Chemical Engineering
SAT Math: 770

Alexander: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...in a small Oregon town where I thought I would never do anything exciting--but my education has led me all around the world. I've studied drama in South Africa and Shakespeare in Oxford. I love going new places, encountering other cultures, and--yes--trying new foods. I'm a huge baseball fan and I love games of all kinds--Settlers of Catan is a favorite. I love novels and movies; sci-fi and fantasy are my favorites.
Education & Certification
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor in Arts, English: Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 790
GRE Verbal: 170

Marisa: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...taught Academic Writing to both undergraduate and graduate students and have had great results. Not only did their writing improve but their analytical and critical thinking skills did as well. I also have taught students Spanish at the beginner, intermediate and high intermediate levels with exorbitant success. In addition to teaching students basic core skills, I have prepared students for standardized exams such as the TOEFL for English Language Learners, SAT Reading and GRE Analytical...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Purchase College - Bachelor in Arts, Art History
New York University - Master of Arts, TESOL/Adults & Linguistics

Warren: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...student at Columbia University who has a lot of experience in one-on-one tutoring as well as in-classroom teaching, specifically in the areas of math and physics. I am confident that each and every student has the ability to learn, and it is my job as a tutor to identify the most effective teaching techniques for each student. Please, read briefly through my profile and hopefully you will find that I am a great fit for...
Education & Certification
University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Laura: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...school and college, working with students elementary - high school on general homework help and exam prep. In college, I tutored students in test prep for the PSAT and SAT, and I worked as college admissions consultant, editing student essays and working with students through the college admissions process. - I currently live in Chelsea, Manhattan - I am an avid reader. Despite the fact that my friends tease me for it, I am in...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, History of Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 790

David: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...verbal encouragement. A lack of confidence at test time can be devastating. I watch a student solve problems and take note of how they deal with being stuck. This is crucial in physics and math because at some point everyone "hits a wall" so to speak. I find the solution to this is having the student work through lots of problems with careful prompting to get them used to thinking on their feet. I'm also...
Education & Certification
CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelors, Physics

Keith: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
...be found everywhere in the nature of the human brain; a living computer; a vast of potential of weighted logic gates which give rise to the substance of what we call learning when we - by our activities - so organize them. Even the most bizarre or inspired art - so I attest - comes from the negotiation and change of this substance of our minds, and there is real joy in that!... Teaching is in...
Education & Certification
Wichita State University - Bachelors, BS Biology, BA Chemistry, BA Psychology, BA Philosophy
SUNY Empire State College - Masters, Master of Arts in Teaching

Sarah: Manhattan ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Manhattan, NY
Hello! I am studying political science and statistics, and I will be working in finance after graduation. I also have strengths in Spanish (I studied abroad in Spain), standardized tests, and test taking and organization skills. In my free time I love to run, spend time with friends, and travel. I actually think standardized tests are fun and I would love to help you learn to feel that way too.... I believe that students should be...
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Current Undergrad, Mathematics-Statistics, Political Science
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
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