Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Long Island, NY

...variety of students and learned to work with them based on their specific needs. I studied philosophy as an undergraduate at Wheaton College in the suburbs of Chicago and received my MEd in teaching and learning at the University of Oregon. I have been a full time high school math teacher in Compton, CA, and Roseburg, OR. I have also substitute taught in Phoenix, AZ, and Salem, OR. I recently moved to New York to...

...over the country in Los Angeles, Chicago, Florida, and NYC. Formerly I practiced bankruptcy law. I have passed the bar exam in three states via self-study on my first try for each: California (2015), New York (2020 UBE), and Illinois (2007). On the UBE I scored in the top 8 percentile. During the past few years I've taught numerous students how to pass the bar exam in many states. I am also skilled with essay...

...exams, and I am a recipient of an award from the French Department at NYU. I first became passionate about tutoring in high school, when I would assist other students in mathematics. I also have experience working with elementary school students in a bilingual New York City public school. One of the aspects of tutoring that I always look forward to is when students are able to confidently join their peers. In order to succeed...

I have been teaching and tutoring for more than 35 years and still enjoy talking about the English language, writing, and literature. I have worked with students with varying skills and abilities in elementary school, middle school, high school, and college, and I look forward to meeting with you to improve your writing and communication skills.

...of being there. I wanted to continue tutoring in college which lead me to join a club at Villanova called RUIBAL. Through RUIBAL I was able to again help younger children with their homework, specifically with their reading. Through zoom, I would sit and read with the students, helping them with big words and understanding the story's main idea. While I can tutor in many subjects, I am drawn to the subjects of English (specifically...

...resources they need to thrive and be confident in their academic skills. I believe in building on students' strengths and providing a variety of strategies that access different learning styles. I am currently working as a 2nd and 3rd grade Special Education Teacher in New Jersey. I have a M.Ed from Rutgers University, and I hold a dual certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities and an Elementary School Teacher (K-5). I look forward...

...students with Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Autism, ADHD, Depression, and those who have experienced childhood trauma. I recently graduated with a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Marketing Management cum Laude. While I was studying, I had the opportunity to work as a Marketing Media Manager, a Lead SEO during a Google Online Marketing Challenge, and most recently served as the Team Lead for an internship with Goldman Sachs. Before university I served a year, full time,...

My name is Davawn Hartz. I currently live and work in NYC area and am a graduate student pursuing a J.D. I am deeply passionate about education, and hope that the expertise I have developed over the course of my own education can help others improve in various areas of study. If you enjoy learning or need help, reach out and learn with me!

...helping others succeed. There is nothing more invigorating to me than helping someone see things more clearly and be relieved of their academic stress; I get a rush every single time I manage to help a student. I have been tutoring since high school and have most of my experience with math, but have also helped with English and French. My most recent job was at a summer camp, so even outside of my tutoring...

...importance of building analytical skills, and how a strong analytical mind can lead to progress and success in a multitude of subjects. I loved being a student and continue to teach myself new things today. Hopefully, I can impart my love of learning onto my students. While I know students may not be passionate about every topic they study ,I hope to be able to find at least one part of each subject that students...

I have been a tutor for a few years and the best part of the experience is seeing the student become excited about understanding the concept. Watching them become excited to learn is an amazing experience.

...a Peer Mentor under The Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University. I am also pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with Biology and Chemistry concentrations and plan on teaching almost all STEM subjects ranging from elementary to high school level workloads. I am flexible with my time and with children- and love to incorporate out-of-the-box ideas to best enrich their creative minds while also ensuring an active learning environment.

...bilingual Spanish school in Brooklyn. Many of these students were ESL learners who were simultaneously struggling with learning disabilities and/or hearing impairment. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my primary passion is languages, including Spanish, French and Italian, and as an avid reader, I also enjoy Literature and English. I find it exciting to see that spark of joy in a child's eyes when teaching young students, as they grasp a new concept...

...I look forward to helping students with their studying strategies, find their voice in their writing, and better understand different cultures and languages. Having graduated from high school recently, I can relate to middle/high school students. I understand how challenging and difficult it can be when learning certain subjects. As a Psychology major, I am involved in the Psychology Majors Association (PMA). In addition, I enjoy swimming and singing during my spare time.

...be a guide, a mentor, an advocate, and a role model for these growing minds. I believe in creating a safe, comfortable environment for children that includes structure and mutual respect. I also believe in giving children respectful tasks--work that engages their mind and stimulates their creativity, not just "busy work." Additionally, I think that every child has a different learning style that suits them best. I try to assess this and factor it into...

As a psychology major, I focus on the development of the mind and its connection to the emotions that we use to learn. Understanding the process of learning from a psychological perspective gives me an advantage in my ablility to tutor. I am able to identify where each student meets their challenges, to then apply the best accurate teaching techniques to help them achieve their highest potential academic goal.

...former elementary school teacher, I also worked with students at the elementary/middle school level in English language arts and math. I began my professional career as an elementary school tutor in the suburbs of Washington, D.C. I loved teaching all subjects, but my favorites were writing and math. I currently work as a researcher studying problems related to medical education and medical workforce development. I have a BA from Emory University in pyschology, a master's...

...interactions between writers and readers and the world. My focus on the writing process and the importance of pre-writing, organizing, drafting, and especially revision, helps students see writing as something they can control. I believe in demystifying writing; the transformation of writing from intimidating to manageable in a student’s mind triggers tremendous confidence, power, and voice. Ultimately, I want to help students become stronger, self-assured writers able to cope with the challenges of any kind...

...for underclassmen. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics and English as I feel that these two subjects are the gateway for advancement in our ever-changing world. I also have a love for foreign language as I have studied German for 9 years and Spanish for 5. I truly believe that education is necessary for improvement in regards to quality of life. In my spare time, I enjoy...

As a Columbia University graduate student with a background in Environmental and Ocean Sciences, I'm passionate about making science clear and approachable. I have experience in peer education and sustainability outreach, and I focus on creating a supportive, engaging environment tailored to each student's needs. My goal is to help students build confidence, think critically, and succeed!