Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Huntington, NY

...college summers I taught at camps, summer schools, and in my community. During my school year I tutored migrant Mexican Farm workers and assisted in teaching them literacy. After I graduated from UF I became a part of Teach for America. With that opportunity I again taught summer school and then a middle school in Brooklyn for three years. In my first two years I received my graduate degree--a Master's in teaching. I have taught...

...in Philosophy from the latter with minors in History and English Literature. For the last several years I have been honing my German language skills and plan to pursue an advanced degree in Europe some time in the near future. My tutoring experience ranges from ESL to standardized tests. I've worked as an assistant debate coach and paper grader, too. I believe strongly in the virtues of the examined life; I enjoy aiding students with...

...worked in fashion business for a year. It did not take long for me to realize my passion is working with children, and in September 2014, I began working as a Teacher Assistant at PS 40 in Manhattan. I work closely with small groups of students who need extra reinforcement and academic support as well as with gifted students who prefer an extra challenge. During the afternoon, I tutor high school students, as well as...

Dedicated, caring, and social justice-oriented educator with a demonstrated history of working in the secondary and higher education. Organized, creative, and always willing to try new things through innovative iterations. Experienced in diverse cultures, working in stressful conditions, and in challenging situations.

I am a sophomore at Wake Forest University intending to major in finance with minors in statistics and sociology. I have tutored students in math since my freshman year in high school because it is my favorite subject and I want to share the wonders of it with others.

...skills gained from opportunities I've had and turn them into moments of mentorship and learning for other folks who are on the path toward achieving their goals. Highlights: --Working towards my Masters in Clinical Psych at Teacher's College, Columbia Univ. --Lived in China for 4 years and traveled throughout Asia learning languages + cultural customs --Taught Writing, Film, and Linguistics Courses at a top university in China --Worked at educational consulting companies as an admissions...

...with honors, I studied music at Juilliard and then went to Paris as a Fulbright Scholar. The subjects I have the most experience tutoring include English, literature, math, music theory, and French. My teaching style varies according to each individual student's needs. I am extremely friendly and easy going, but rest assured, I will push you hard! My main goal is to make learning both fun and rewarding. Most of my former students have seen...

...of Harvard College, Alicia found life in literature, tetherball, and the unconditional love of a single mother. She was also nourished by the commitment of several teachers and mentors. Inspired by these social justice educators, Alicia is invested in institutional equity, centering historically marginalized narratives in the classroom, and cultivating young readers in Denver during her residency year as a concurrent masters student at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She joins her older brother...

...New York University after studying politics, American history and social justice. While at school, I refined my writing and vocabulary skills and deepened my knowledge of American history. I would love to help current students improve in those subjects in any way I can. I have tutored and taught students for several years and in a variety of different environments. I like to craft my lessons and tutoring sessions around individual students' needs.

...As a teacher, it is my responsibility to know who my learners are, what kinds of knowledge and experience they bring to the table, and what they want to achieve so that I can tailor a curriculum that fits their needs and yet leaves enough room to accommodate topics that emerge. I especially love teaching when the learning in my classroom/with a student is palpable. I believe that teachers who demonstrate curiosity and passion about...

...of subjects. I'm currently approved to tutor in over 25 areas including: Math: Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Calculus 2, and SAT Math Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and Grade 12 Chemistry Advanced Placement: AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Psychology, AP Biology, and AP Chemistry College Preparation: SAT (full test), SAT Writing and Language, College Application Essays, and Admissions assistance Social Sciences: Psychology, Psychologies, and Social Sciences Test Prep and other general...

...and Anthropology interdisciplinary) at University of California, Irvine, I was a Substitute Teacher with Los Angeles Unified School District. In this position, I taught kindergarten through fifth grade, and held several long term posts. While enrolled as a doctoral student, I taught various courses at different universities in Southern California, and was a Substitute Teacher with Los Angeles Unified School District (6th through 12th grade). Since residing in New York State, I have primarily taught...

...at Yale University in the History of Science & Medicine in May of 2011, and I am eager to work with Varsity Tutors in order to help other students achieve their academic goals. I have been tutoring at a variety of levels since I was in elementary school, and have discovered that I truly love the opportunity to help others gain a better understanding of whatever subject matter is at hand. Reading and writing are...

...to successful student performance. In the past, I tutored middle school and high school students. In addition to teaching students how to excel inside and outside of a classroom setting, I am committed to the idea that learning should be enjoyed and not seen as a chore. That is why I always do my best to maintain a relaxed atmosphere when teaching. Finally, another goal in my teaching is to connect any subject matter (politics,...

...current graduate student at NYU's Institute of Fine Arts in Art Conservation; she enjoys both the quantitive side of science and the imaginative side of having history come alive through art, and art come alive through historical contexts. Though born and raised and still in NYC, Sherry loves traveling. Besides traveling, she loves reading, drawing, playing guitar, practicing yoga and a myriad of other things she can't think to type into a description box that...

...for teaching, ever since helping my friends out with academics in high school, and I have experience tutoring or teaching calculus, physics, chemistry, and epidemiology. My college coursework includes multivariable calculus, differential equations, organic chemistry, physics, and linear algebra. In addition, I've worked extensively with high school mentorship programs in the Boston area. I want to do my part to make sure students have the support they need to succeed academically and find their own...

...for brands and writing for television. Growing up, my favorite time was spent leading school clubs and I mostly enjoyed mathematics, history and literature. I believe that learning is about learning how you best interpret ideas. My goal is to help you find a nonchalant relationship with your passion and talent so that you can take on any subject. I was admitted to 10/11 elite colleges to which I applied and have worked with U.S....

...finance professional with a Bachelor of Science Honors degree in Finance from the University of Connecticut School of Business. I have levels 1 and 2 of the CFA and am working towards level 3. I have experience tutoring students for the CFA, finance, accounting, economics, algebra, SAT, and ACT. I take a hands-on, interactive approach to tutoring that is tailored to each student's needs. My hobbies and interested include dancing, traveling, and eating.

...honed my skills in market trends and valuation techniques, providing a well-rounded view of the financial landscape. Skills and Tools: Equipping the Modern Finance Student My technical skills make me uniquely qualified to tutor in today's data-driven finance world. With advanced proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Bloomberg Terminal, JavaScript, HTML, and SQL, I can offer students a comprehensive tutoring experience, covering both the theoretical and the technical. Community Engagement and Beyond: A Holistic...

...school district on Long Island. I have previous experience teaching English in Queens while employed with the New York City Department of Education. Aside from general homework and classwork assistance, I have tutoring experience in building reading comprehension and writing skills. I have also worked to prepare students for the reading and writing based sections of the ACT and SAT exams. Additionally, I have worked closely with students throughout the writing process of their college...