
Diptesh: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...University studying Global Public Health with a concentration in Chemistry. I have been passionate about education since high school and have been teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education...
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New York University - Bachelor of Science, Global Public Health & Chemistry

Lexi: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...immersion and research. I am passionate about education and believe strongly in academic success as a platform for personal growth and self-esteem. My tutoring experience began in middle school as a reading helper to children for whom English was a second language (ages 5-10). I continued to tutor throughout middle and high school as a 'homework helper' for kids with behavioral and developmental challenges, which required that I teach a range of subjects at various...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Near Eastern Studies, Arabic
State Certified Teacher

Natalie: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...I just moved to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity. I...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Kiran: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...studied Economics and Data Science. I consider myself a test guru, with a 770 GMAT and perfect scores my first tries on the SAT and PSAT. I enjoy tutoring because I love working with students and seeing other people reach their goals. I don't believe in memorizing facts and figures, but rather helping students learn that they can develop their problem-solving skills to approach anything with a strong mindset. Besides spending time tutoring, I love...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Computer Science and Political Science

Sylvan: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...formal education including day-to-day substituting in Brookline and long-term class coverage in Boston, as well as experience in private, non-essential education (teaching with Education First in Quito, Ecuador). While I very much enjoy classroom teaching, the one-to-one or small-group teaching I did with Education First is something that I found to be most rewarding. Really being able to form close relationships with a small number of students and helping them grow was amazing. I aim...
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Boston University - Bachelors, Philosophy and Political Science

Sabina: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...have been working in education, primarily in tutoring and afterschool programs, for the majority of my career, and there are few experiences I enjoy more than building relationships with students and watching them grow and develop as people and scholars. I love helping students gain both the academic knowledge to succeed and the confidence to know that even if they haven't seen a problem or task before, they will be able to figure it out....
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Yale University - Bachelors, English
Teachers College Columbia - Masters, Counseling Psychology

Nathan: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
Hi! My name is Nathan and I'm currently a junior at New York University's Stern School of Business. I graduated from Staten Island Technical High School in 2016 and I am always looking to help and share my specialization in SHSAT, SAT, and Math!
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New York University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance

Kristen: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...Medical Center studying Molecular & Cellular Biology. I graduated from Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry. I love to teach, mostly because of the impact of great teachers throughout my academic career. I think learning can be really fun, if teachers think outside the box and really challenge themselves to find novel ways of conveying concepts to students. Tried and true methods are always great in the classroom, but to work one-on-one...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
SUNY Downstate Medical Center - Doctor of Philosophy, Molecular & Cellular Biology

Sarah: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...English and Journalism. However, I can help with almost any subject, including math and science, as I took advanced-level courses and 13 AP tests in high school. I have years of experience tutoring students of all ages, from elementary school through high school. In my spare time, I enjoy playing the violin, reading, and writing. I live in New York City during the academic year (September - May) and would be happy to tutor in-person...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism

Christina: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
I am a current junior double majoring in Human and Organizational Development and American Studies at Vanderbilt University. I love working with kids of all ages, and hope I can help your child succeed!
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Vanderbilt University - Bachelor of Science, International Business

Elsia: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...year I worked at a charter high school in Boston, MA that supplied students with in-school tutoring during the day. There I tutored Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Spanish and all high school levels of English. I also organized all of the clubs and activities for the school and led the choir. I would never describe myself as just a “Math and Science” or just an “English and History” person, which is...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science

Sophia: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...for languages shapes my preferred tutoring realm; I especially enjoy teaching others the languages I am familiar with and fluent in, which include English, German, Italian, and Spanish. I also enjoy assisting in science-related fields, mostly for school-aged children and teens. Lastly, in my fifteen years of violin-playing, I have been part of a number of ensembles, including the Columbia University Orchestra, and have taught violin to elementary and middle school students.
Education & Certification
Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science

Rebecca: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...their reading comprehension, and excel on assignments and tests for more than five years. I strive to not only prepare students to exceed academic standards but also to be critical thinkers and curious, well-informed human beings. I recently completed a dual degree at Indiana University and moved to New York to take a gap year before beginning graduate school. As a scholarship student at IU, I majored in economics, cognitive science, and piano performance. Outside...
Education & Certification
Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Economics and Mathematics (interdepartmental), Cognitive Science, Music Performance

Daniel: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...College with a double-major in Biology and Psychology. Throughout college, I volunteered as a Biology tutor at my school's tutoring center, teaching assistant in General Chemistry, and Math tutor at the Special Needs Clinic at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Medical Center. My motivation for volunteering was kindled by upperclassmen and teacher assistants that helped me when I was in introductory courses. I credit attending weekly tutoring hours throughout college as playing a pivotal role in...
Education & Certification
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Mat: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...being a simple tutor. Tutoring in general is a perfect means of passing down tips and experience gathered over years of schooling that help numerous students, no matter where they are. Outside of all of these aspectes, I am an avid traveler and have a huge passion to touch every little piece of the globe. The world's various cultures and people have lived a different subset of experiences than we have in our Western society....
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Finance & Management

Brandon: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...my high school career in a variety of subjects. In my opinion, the most important attribute in a tutor is flexibility: being able to tailor goals and strategies to a particular student's needs and optimal learning styles. My strengths are in methodically breaking down concepts in a variety of subjects and making them accessible, especially with visual aids and diagrams. I also have an ability to motivate students to think for themselves by asking stimulating...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, Politics

Philip: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...test prep, no two winning strategies are ever exactly alike. Because every student learns in their own unique way, my teaching style is designed to pinpoint each student's individual strengths and weaknesses to develop a customized tutoring experience. My 3+ years of experience as a science teacher in Morningside Heights and beyond have made me appreciate the power of one-on-one instruction and the great advantages that exceptional grades and test scores can provide during the...
Education & Certification
Columbia College, Columbia University - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior

Ishan: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...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 in a simplistic manner and reinforcing...
Education & Certification
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Albany Medical College - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine

Dylan: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
...been tutoring for about five years now. I come from a public high school of 240 students in middle-of-nowhere rural Connecticut. Plain and simple: I wouldn't have made it to Harvard without finding a way to enjoy studying for the SATs and other tests. My goal is to share that enthusiasm with my students. The test might be frustrating, and it might seem pointless, but I insist that every hour spent on SAT prep is...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Music and Economics

Henry: New York City PSAT tutor
Certified PSAT Tutor in New York, NY
I am currently a student at Sarah Lawrence College pursuing psychology with a hope of being a professor one day. I have worked tutoring my peers and with elementary students throughout high school. In my free time I'm a freelance artist who loves to skateboard and write!
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelor of Science, Experimental Psychology
Private PSAT Tutoring in New York City, NY
Receive personally tailored PSAT lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
Varsity Tutors can connect your student with a skilled instructor who can offer New York City PSAT tutoring in a one-on-one setting. The PSAT can be one of the first introductions students have to standardized tests. It's administered early in high school to students as a way to help them become familiar with the content and format of the SAT. What's more, performing well on the PSAT can help your student qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program. For this reason, it's important for your student to be adequately prepared for test day. One way they can prepare for this exam is through comprehensive lessons with a private instructor. Let's look at some of the benefits they can experience from working with qualified New York City PSAT tutors.
How is New York City PSAT tutoring different from classroom learning?
New York City PSAT tutoring offers a completely different learning experience than traditional classroom lessons. Since your student will be learning in a one-on-one setting with their instructor, they don't have to worry about keeping up with the pace of the class. There isn't a ready-made curriculum that the instructor has to complete, but rather a personalized learning program that can be designed specifically with your student in mind. This means that your student can choose to prepare for the PSAT in a way that works best for them. If they've already got a strong understanding of the Reading or the Writing and Language sections, their instructor can devote more time to the Math portion of the assessment. They can even spend extra time targeting specific areas of math, like geometry or data analysis. This is because working with New York City PSAT tutors gives your student the chance to focus on their key weaknesses, while only briefly touching on the subjects they already know. That way, your student doesn't have to worry about getting left behind like they could in classroom lessons. Instead, they can spend as much time as needed to focus on the areas giving them the most problems.
Unlike classroom lessons in a traditional school setting, New York City PSAT tutoring gives your student the chance to actually collaborate with their academic mentor. Instead of sitting through lectures, your student can work with their instructor to solve problems and cover important test material. This can increase your student's likelihood of actually understanding the content they're reviewing, which can help them remember important information on test day.
Since New York City PSAT tutors can work solely with your student in a one-on-one setting, it's easier for them to track your student's progress as they cover various test content. They can look at which topics your student has improved their understanding of and which areas they are still struggling with. Using this information, they can then create a flexible study regimen that's constantly adapting to your student's needs by addressing their weaknesses. This allows your student to learn in a way that's continuously targeting their biggest challenges and shifting the focus of the lessons every time your student masters a new concept.
Of course, the primary goal of New York City PSAT tutoring is to help your student prepare for their upcoming exam. Part of helping your student reach for their goals is teaching them in a way that works best for them. If your student doesn't like to learn through lessons that focus on key areas in need of improvement, they can adopt a general approach that seeks to devote an equal amount of time to every concept covered in the PSAT.
What are the benefits of having my student study with New York City PSAT tutors near me?
Working privately with New York City PSAT tutors comes with a lot of benefits that aren't typically afforded to students participating in traditional lessons. They give your student the chance to build a rapport with their instructor. This can help the tutor get a better understanding of your student's goals, desired outcomes, and preferred learning styles. They can then use this information to create a personalized study program designed specifically for your student. For example, if your student is a visual learner, their instructor can include more infographics, diagrams, and flashcards in each lesson. If they're an auditory learner, their mentor can use more mnemonic devices, as well as set aside more time for debates and discussions. By studying in a way that speaks to their preferred learning styles, your student has a better likelihood of memorizing important information and recalling it when it comes time to take the PSAT.
New York City PSAT tutoring can also help your student mentally prepare for their upcoming exam. Many students struggle with the PSAT and other standardized tests because they're unfamiliar with the format, or because they're intimidated by it. Even if your student has memorized all of the information covered on this exam, there's still a chance they may not perform as well as they hoped if they're unfamiliar with standardized tests. Fortunately, working with New York City PSAT tutors can help prevent any unnecessary confusion and test-day anxiety from impacting your student. That's because a private instructor can show them how to manage their time better, so they're less likely to rush through the exam and answer questions at the last minute. They can also learn how to sharpen their critical reading skills, making it easier to identify important information from questions and reading passages. An academic mentor can even help your student learn how to choose the best answer when there's more than one multiple-choice answer that seems correct. On top of that, your student's private instructor can give you tips to help you improve your student's studies at home.
How can I fit New York City PSAT tutoring into my student's schedule?
We understand that your student has a busy schedule, which is why we've designed private lessons to be as convenient as possible. Simply let us know when your student is available, and we'll set them up with New York City PSAT tutors who can meet with them in person or over the internet at a time that works best for them.
Online lessons over our Live Learning Platform offer an additional layer of flexibility because they allow your student to study from the comfort of their own home, the Jefferson Market Library, or anywhere else with internet access. Virtual lessons also include several tools to maximize the learning experience between your student and their instructor. Video chat offers face-to-face study sessions that simulate actual classroom lessons, and integrated questions allow your student to solve problems with their instructor in real-time. Other tools include a virtual whiteboard and a shared document editor. Best of all, every online lesson is automatically recorded and saved on the platform. You and your student can view these videos anytime you want to review past study sessions.
How can I get my student started with New York City PSAT tutors near me?
Varsity Tutors makes it easy to give your student the help they need to prepare for the PSAT. Call or email us today and speak with an educational consultant about private instruction. We'll set you up with one of the best New York City PSAT tutors who can work with your student, either online or in person.
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