Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Nassau County, NY

My goal is to exemplify your strengths and pinpoint your weaknesses. Once I discover that weakness, I will do everything in my power to turn it into a strength. It doesn't matter who you are or how smart you are, I want to see you prosper!

...a storyteller and teacher with a passion for spreading resources to, empowering, and amplifying the stories of traditionally underserved communities. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania where I majored in Urban Studies. Since then, I've led marketing and content strategy at global brands such as HBO, Paramount, BET, and Nickelodeon. I've also written and published 40+ articles, launched a youth professional development, volunteered with T. Howard Foundation as well as City Tutors, and given...

...helped hundreds of students across the country by connecting to their passions and making learning matter. My educational background provides me the ability to teach in an interdisciplinary manner that allows students see the big picture. I'm certified to teach math, biology, chemistry, physics, Earth science, English, and social studies. I do my best to connect the subjects in a fun and interesting way. As an experienced educator, I know the importance of truly listening...

...with the hardworking men and women who spent valuable time tutoring me during high school. I can honestly say that without their help, both on the subjects I was struggling in as well as on the SAT, I literally wouldn't be where I am today. I became a teacher, then, to give back to my community, and it's my hope that I can accomplish a little bit more of that as a tutor, by providing...

...design each tutoring session to meet student needs, but you always can expect a compassionate and humorous yet progress-driven approach from me. I'll help you break academic goals down into bite-sized, non-intimidating tasks-- my infectious energy has been known to make even the SAT seem fun and manageable. In addition to SAT, SAT II, PSAT, and AP test prep, I am an extremely experienced and capable writer and will help you structure and stylize your...

...students to remember that the real purpose of studying is to learn and to grow; if we can find a way to accomplish those goals, better test scores will follow naturally. Since graduating, I have moved to New York to pursue my dreams of being an actor. My particular specialty is in Shakespeare, and I hope to spread my love of his poetry to many others, whether through teaching or performance. In my free time,...

...a recent graduate of Brandeis University, where I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education Studies and History. While my Education Studies coursework focused on secondary education, I love working with children of all ages and have been lucky to have opportunities to work with students in age groups ranging from from preschool to high school and with a wide variety of needs. I first started tutoring in high school as part of my...

...tutor The SAT (College Board), The SHSAT ("NYCDOE"), and The Hunter College HS Admissions 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...

...certified to teach ESL in New York State (K-12) and received my Masters in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) through Fordham University. As a NYC Public School teacher for 6 years, and as a private tutor in South Korea, I have experience instructing elementary, middle school, and high school students, as well as adults, to reach their academic goals. Additionally, I have taught test preparation for the SAT, PSAT, SHSAT, NYS ELA...

I'm a student at NYU working on my BM in Vocal Performance. I'm energetic, cheerful, competitive, and I like thinking outside the box. I love figuring things out and learning things and am excited to get to know and teach you!

...help you or your child with writing skills, critical reading, and test-taking abilities. I have taught at the middle school, high school, and college levels, and I have a proven record of success in helping students on a one-to-one basis achieve their goals. My teaching approach is very much tailored to each student's individual needs. I'll take the time to know you and what you want to learn before the tutoring begins, so as not...

...and student resumes. As a Teacher and Editor, I help students to analyze content, organize their insights, and express their ideas with language that is original, personal, and correct. As a creative guide, I use humor, pop-culture references, and real-world experience to help young writers draw out their experiences and perceptions, and shape them into personal essays that say something meaningful. In my free time, I enjoy music, playing guitar, film and theater, hiking, tennis,...

...for drawing out the best in every student and building their confidence is the core of my approach. I feel that students produce their best work and are more receptive to new concepts and knowledge when they are at the center of the learning process. That is why my sessions are fun, engaging, and set by the pace of each individual student. I have utilized this approach for many years with proven results. My previous...

...be matriculating at Williams College in the fall where I plan to major in English. I have had several experiences in tutoring ranging from volunteer tutoring for underprivileged children to tutoring many of my peers in standardized testing to leading an English class for students at a Chinese university. While most of my experience in tutoring comes in standardized test preparation and English composition and literature, I also have a great interest in mathematics and...

...grasp the concept completely, rather than partially. Many students have asked me, "What's the point of this? How would I use this in my life?" Well, good news is that I like to apply math to real world situations to allow my students to fully understand the relevance and necessity of knowing and using math in their everyday lives. I have a large range of teaching experience from very young to adult. I enjoy teaching...

...helping with 826's Personal Statement Weekend, helping students craft a compelling college essay. I believe that all students have a story to tell, whether it's the story of the Civil War, how to conjugate a verb, or how to simplify a fraction. I like to help students view their schoolwork as a performance, something to be invested in, rather than just being lectured at by an adult. I am particularly qualified for English/Language Arts and...

...way. I could show the student how they should question the material by asking them the types of questions they needed to ask. To me, this is the core of teaching towards understanding - teaching a student how to continue teaching themselves. There is a time and place for lectures and so-called information dumps. The real work for the student and the teacher, though, comes from the dialogue about why the material matters or how...

...a current sophomore at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where I am majoring in Biology as part of the 7 Year Accelerated Medical Program. I am also minoring in Healthcare Economics and Policy. My favorite subjects in school are Chemistry, Biology, and Math, but I also enjoy the process of writing and editing thought provoking essays. During high school, I spent time tutoring for the National Honor Society. My approach to tutoring is to teach the concepts...

I am a recent graduate of Sarah Lawrence College with a love for learning and educating. I have experience working in an academic context with children from ages 5-20. I also have two years of experience working with students with learning disabilities and Autism.

My goal is to help foster a love of learning and work with those I tutor to both learn from them and help them learn themselves. I love to teach and learn, and I hope that that is passed on to those I tutor.