Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Long Island, NY

I may have a BA in Speech Language Pathology, but I love teaching (and learning) English. I am a genuinely caring and motivated individual who believes in the power of positivity and doing the best that you can with all that you are and can do! :)

...the beginning of my time in college. I was able to succeed because of their help, and I wanted to pass on this gift to my own students. Since then, I've been teaching for two years, and it is the best part of my life. I care about my students, their learning, and using knowledge that I gained from my mentors to empower and inspire the next generation of teachers and professionals.

...loved and learned a lot from both of these experiences, I've found that I'm most effective as an instructor and tutor in smaller groups or 1-on-1, as opposed to the classroom. While I have mainly taught and tutored Math, I also have a strong passion for the liberal arts, primarily English, History, and Philosophy. I am a strong advocate for education at all levels and believe that it is absolutely vital for society to flourish....

...City College of New York. I was offered a permanent position as a third grade assistant teacher at the Ralph Bunch Elementary School in Harlem. There, I assisted students in lesson comprehension by reiterating classroom subject matter in small groups of three to five students. As well, by implementing innovative learning strategies, I helped the lead teacher propel our students well past expectations. As a Varsity Tutor, I am best suited to help elementary and...

...completed a year-long internship at a pediatric speech therapy clinic where I gained enriching insight into language and communication development. I'm passionate about working with students of all ages and thrive off of tailoring the tutoring experience towards the individual. Everyone's needs and learning styles are different, and so I operate off of building trust inside the tutor-student relationship, identifying goals, and implementing a plan that will get us seeing tangible results from strengthened understanding...

...work ethic and regard educating all children as a valuable mission. Children form their personalities at a young age and I want to be able to provide a healthy, stimulating environment for them to grow and build strong, sustainable personalities and relationships. I have a college degree in Psychology and a Masters Degree in Education specializing in Reading and Mathematics. I have two children, one in 6th grade and another in 4th grade.... My teaching philosophy...

I'm a writer and educator living in Manhattan, originally from Texas. Tutoring by day, working in the theater by night, I'm enthusiastic and well-versed in a multitude of subjects, including GRE Writing and College Application Essays. In my spare time I write plays, perform, collect records, and visit lots of museums. I'm interested in helping a broad range of pupils reach their maximum potential.

...standardized testing. I have been editing informally for friends, classmates, and coworkers for as long as I can remember, and I endeavor to guide a writer's ability to analyze, organize, and captivate while encouraging his or her strengths. I began taking standardized tests with the ITBS in kindergarten and took at least one per year through grade school including ten AP exams and the PSAT with which I became a National Merit Scholar. I've learned...

...name is Amanda. I am a junior at NYU. I graduated from Minnetonka High School, which is in a suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. I am also a dog walker with Rover in my time outside of school. I love music (I play piano and flute) and the tv show New Girl. This past year I tutored 4th grade ELA and math, 6th grade ELA and math, pre-k, and SAT. I would love to work on...

I am a senior at Stony Brook University majoring in Applied Mathematics and Statistics along with a Pre-Med Track. I have tutored people in the range of 13-23 years old. I have tutored Calculus for my school's learning center. I love working with people, as I believe it is a learning for me as well. I try to approach things from different angles in order to see what works best for students.

...with an immeasurable passion and truly cared about his students. He made me feel special, consequently my love and skills in math kept on soaring! In college, I worked as a teacher assistant (TA) and did my best to give my students the same feelings I had in Mr Gning's class. I helped various College teachers both create interactive curriculums but also give a pleasant experience to the students. I was able to do so...

...something new without any relation to it; the mind is only able to absorb new information on basis of past experience. In the same way, I approach my students not as an authority figure, but rather as someone who has been in their proverbial shoes. With this mindset, I care deeply about my students' well-being as individual human beings, not as mere test-takers or information absorbers. Outside of academics, I am a sound engineer, an...

...was one of my favorite parts of college and I'm excited to be back at it. Since graduating, I've worked for Oberlin's Office of Communications, written for two alternative weeklies (Cleveland's Scene and Portland's Willamette Week) and an app (Countable.us), and gone on tour with my band. When I'm not tutoring or on deadline, you can find me with my guitar in the studio, caramelizing onions for my next big feast or with my nose...

...my students excel. I am heavily involved in my University Government as a Student Senator representing all Life Sciences majors. I have had internships at AbbVie (a major pharmaceutical company) in addition to local (County Board), State (Governor), and federal (U.S. House) political campaigns. I am an extremely excited person in general, and so I hope some of my excitement can be shared with you while we learn! I have over three years of Undergraduate...

I am a Market Intelligence Director at Nasdaq, helping Nasdaq-listed companies with insights on their stock's trading activity. I am a Fordham University Gabelli School of Business graduate with a B.A. in Applied Accounting and Finance. I am passionate about helping students succeed across a broad range of subjects, including Mathematics, Finance, and Accounting.

...I am majoring in Special Education in Early Childhood. I have been tutoring for one full year in reading, writing and phonics. I have a lot of experience with tutoring children in school, outside of school and online. Some of my hobbies are cooking, hiking, spending time with my friends and family. I have a passion for volleyball but never pursued it as an professional sport because of an injury. Also, I had danced for...

...to my strengths as a teacher. I thrive in an environment where I can build a connection with a student based on trust and mutual respect. I work hard to learn about my students' unique learning styles and personalities, and adapt my teaching methods to most effectively meet each student's individual needs. I look forward to the opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives. I have previously worked as a reading tutor at...

...while prepping for important tests. As a native New Yorker growing up here, I attended Hunter College High School and the Brearley School, so I know how important test prep is! Because of my experience as a teacher and student, I firmly believe that excelling at school not only leads to great academic opportunities, but also an essential sense of self-esteem and accomplishment. I believe that every student has the potential to achieve amazing things,...

...and writing. I am bilingual; I grew up speaking both English and Spanish at home. My engineering background has given me a firm grasp on STEM subjects. I am also passionate about the humanities because they enrich our lives with meaning and purpose. In college, I was part of the Undergraduate Recruitment Committee and a trained tour guide. I am excited about helping students present their best selves in the admissions process and finding the...

...for teaching that promotes the importance of supporting the needs of all students. I am certified to teach children from Birth-Grade 6, and do have experience tutoring students at the high school and college level. I consider English/Language Arts to be my strongest content area, but am comfortable tutoring in almost all other subjects. I am an avid reader and writer, and a nature and animal enthusiast! I love to teach and learn by using...