Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Smithtown, NY

...student's weak areas, and what is required for them to improve. I create individual tutoring plans for each of my students, provide specialized focus for their weak areas, and do what is necessary for them to develop a better understanding of the subject(s). After my sessions, I make sure that my student has been challenged, but not overwhelmed, and I will make sure that my student is eventually more than qualified to succeed, and is...

...themselves, then they will be able to do their best work. I believe that all my students are deserving of a great education. I enjoy tutoring students in Reading and Writing best because I love books; I am always reading in my spare time. I am a very organized person and this shows in my ability to tutor my students in study skills. I am all about flashcards, color coding, and many other fun methods...

...learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite subject, you may have guessed, is history, but I also have a long personal history learning foreign languages, and I feel that this contributes to my skill in teaching English reading comprehension. When I'm not teaching students or sitting in a library, I'm walking my Australian shepherd dog around...

...7 years of experience, I have developed company-wide communications strategies and led countless marketing campaigns. I am also a writer for Daily Progressive and the Voices of our Nation's Art collective. I have been published in Huffington Post and Daily Progressive. I run my own blog TengTied. As a writer for social justice, my ability to deeply empathize with and engage people of all communities allows me to explore intimately the stories of our collective...

...helped immigrant high school Latinas in the Bronx to improve on their English and to improve on subjects that they were struggling in. I have tutored subjects such as math, science, and Spanish in High School. Spanish is the second language I have learned when growing up. My family are Latinos so I am fluent in this language. Being the first in my family to graduate from college, I do believe that an education is...

...writing and editing has followed me everywhere. Now, in college, I have been an editor for our newspaper for the past 2.5 years, contributing up to 3 articles bi-weekly for my beloved publication. Additionally, I have written for many other on-campus and professional publications, as well as writing and recording news shows as News Director of the radio station. I have a lot of energy and passion for writing and I have been told that...

...interest in the arts complements my love for mathematics, as both disciplines require creativity and critical thinking. I often find parallels between the two, such as the rhythm and patterns in music that mirror mathematical sequences. I believe my diverse interests and experiences set me apart as a tutor. I strive to create a welcoming atmosphere where students feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and questions. By sharing my enthusiasm for both mathematics and the arts,...

...full-time analyst in the financial services industry. I received my Master of Science at Baruch College in I-O Psychology. I also received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology & Sociology from Fordham University. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math and English. I believe education is necessary for a higher quality of life and I try to illustrate the importance of learning to my students through patience, positivity...

Sekou Certified Teacher Subjects: Math, Chemistry, Physics Loves tutoring because: Education is the most precious gift you can give to anyone. Helping someone who is desperately in need makes me feel valuable. Background: Graduated from UNH with a BA in Mathematics. For fun: Running and playing soccer are my favorites, I like going to the gym 2 to 3 times a week to do push-ups and pull-ups. I like going out with friends.

...essay-writing to understanding sustainability initiatives such as composting and energy conservation. I was lucky enough to have encountered incredible teachers throughout my education, and intend to provide the same care and attention to each of my students. I am passionate and creative, and will work hard to find out how each student learns and how to best help each student understand the material they are having trouble with. Each student deserves the opportunity to feel...

...Religion/Culture. I am also double minoring in Biology and Religious Studies. I tutor a whole slew of subjects all ranging from English and History to Algebra and Biology. Despite tutoring broad range of subjects, I find myself most passionate about History and English! I believe that the most important thing that one can absolutely attain for oneself is one's education. A balanced foundation in life first comes with knowledge of the world, both big and...

...in Childhood Education from Hoftsra University and continued my education to include Early Childhood and Special Education from Touro College. For the past 11 years I have taught grades K-6, tutored in all subjects, and had the opportunity to travel. I am certified in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, and Special Education grades K-6. While I tutor all subjects I enjoy ELA the most. When I am not working I enjoy playing with my dog,...

...helped the students, but has also allowed me the chance to myself better learn how to communicate with students of all ages and backgrounds. While I did graduate with a degree in history, I am also very comfortable tutoring Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, as I have taken all these courses at Harvard as pre-requsities for Dental School. I have also taken the SAT, DAT, MCAT, and GRE, and am more than willing to help tutor...

...I believe that every person has the capacity to learn and improve in every subject area if they embrace their unique learning style and approach new material with determination and an overall zest for learning, personal growth, and education. I have a calm, positive, and encouraging demeanor that reduces the anxiety some students feel about learning and test taking. My personal interests include: reading, creative writing, art, music, basketball, meditation, and comedy.

...have taught children and adults a variety of subjects and skills in a number of settings. I am thrilled to be partnering with Varsity Tutors to help young people as they work to improve their academic performance in language arts. The ability to express oneself clearly is an invaluable tool throughout life. As a tutor I am most passionate about helping students improve their scores on Critical Reading and Writing portions of standardized tests. As...

...how to absorb both memories from the places I've traveled along with the 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...

I received my degree in psychology from Hofstra University in 2018, and I've worked as a tutor since June 2019 with students of all ages. I'm passionate about teaching the SAT and math in general; tutoring math has been one of the most rewarding experiences I've had. I'm looking forward to working with you to achieve your goals!

I am a senior at Queens College majoring in Urban Studies. I am writing a thesis on South Asians living in New York City. I have spent the last two semesters mentoring kids from a local shelter every Saturday during the school year. My specialties are SAT prep, SHSAT Prep, English and Social Studies. As a tutor, I am persistent and creative in my teaching techniques. I will explore every option to teach students the...

...being flexible and figuring out the best learning practice for each individual, as everyone learns in different ways. A little bit about me. I studied history and international studies at Franklin and Marshall College. Currently, I am finishing up a masters program at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of Education where I will receive a degree and certification in Elementary Education. In addition to teaching both in the US and abroad (I taught English for 6...

...for the material. Many students focus on getting answers correct or ways to memorize tricks on how to solve certain problems. During my tutoring sessions, I work with students to develop an understanding for the material by utilizing their resources so that they can perform well when tested on the information. In addition to tutoring and helping others, I enjoy running, practicing yoga, hiking with my dog, reading and shopping. I am looking forward to...