Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Smithtown, NY

...the South Bronx while I earned a Masters Degree in Regular Education and Special Education. Since returning home I have taught primarily middle school science but have also taught ELA (English Language Arts) and middle school math. During the last 14 years I have also tutored many students ranging from 5th-9th grade. I have tutored math, ELA and science. In school, science has become my passion, but tutoring ELA and Math yield the greatest results...

Being a tutor is not allowing the students to learn but allowing the students to have fun and enjoy learning the materials at hand. I want to inspire students to become future teachers by not only as tutors but also as peers, family members and for themselves.

...customs and grew up speaking spanish. I enjoy teaching and helping others and will like to share my knowledge with you and guide you throughout the process of learning. I have experience teaching children, adolescents, adults, and special education. I am currently in the field of psychology and have experience teaching studying skills and organizational skills. I have experience working with students with various mental health disorders. I enjoy playing chess and other board games....

...in May of 2011, and I am eager to work with Varsity Tutors in order to help other students achieve their academic goals. I have been tutoring at a variety of levels since I was in elementary school, and have discovered that I truly love the opportunity to help others gain a better understanding of whatever subject matter is at hand. Reading and writing are my specialty; words are something I have always found to...

...original adaptation of the ancient Greek tragic trilogy The Oresteia by Aeschylus, and was awarded the Molly Thatcher Kazan Memorial Prize for my work. At Vassar, I also gained ample experience reading and analyzing text; I worked as a research assistant studying ancient source material on Greek drama, and I have conducted research and distilled information on complex sources such as Tolstoy's War and Peace, which I investigated as a dramaturg. I am a diligent...

...learning. As soon as I became a college freshman, I saw a different world opening before my eyes. Today, I work with many diverse students in different scenarios: Pre-K to college level; foreign students needing to learn English for careers as well as scholastically; and SAT and ACT preparation for students seeking to get into college. The one thing that's common in these various scenarios is my passion to help students that are apprehensive to...

...in Literacy Studies. I am a certified Early Childhood and Elementary Teacher and Reading Teacher in New York State (ages birth to sixth grade). Previously, I worked as a co-teacher at a private preschool in Manhattan. Currently, I am a PreKindergarten teacher on Long Island where I have my very own classroom. If one were to step into my classroom, you would see lots of positivity. I believe the key to a successful education is...

...this passion as a New York City per diem and permanent substitute teacher for the past three months. My other related experiences range from being a summer camp counselor for over 6 years, past phonemic and reading tutor, and a Resident Assistant for high school students at a summer boarding school. I am an extremely positive, energetic, friendly, and encouraging teacher to my students, and seek to share these attributes with other students through tutoring....

...recently completed my study abroad at the University of Oxford which is comprised of a personalized tutoring system that inspired me to get back into tutoring. It reminded me of the importance of being able to connect with your tutor to get the most out of your experience. I began tutoring for students in middle school while in high school which covered a wide range of subject areas such as Social Studies, Spanish, etc. Then,...

...much as I could within the limits of my program. This allowed me to gain a broader educational experience even though my main field is the Sciences. If I had to pick my favorite subjects, they would be Biology and English because I have always excelled in them with very little effort throughout my educational career. The pursuit of knowledge is one of my passions and I really enjoy applying the things I learn towards...

...the College of Mount Saint Vincent. I have been teaching grades 6 through 8 for the past ten years in the Bronx. This year, I took on a new challenge, the 5th grade, and I couldn't be happier. It has been a nice change in pace. Change, although might be scary at first, is always a great way to grow. While I can tutor a broad range of subjects (excluding Math), I am most passionate...

...as a preschool teacher, I was hired as an elementary and middle school teacher. After three years of teaching 4th through 6th grade Spanish and Social Studies, I am now teaching Level 1 and 2 Spanish at the high school level. Having slowly shifted from preschool to elementary/middle school to high school has granted me the opportunity of learning how to assist students of various ages, levels, learning styles and subjects. I am currently in...

...of subjects, including math (Algebra 2 and Precalculus), English, History, and Spanish. I also have helped students write and revise college essays and supplementals. Additionally, I have experience with public speaking as captain of the Harvard Mock Trial team, which has awarded multiple times at the national championship. I'm happy to help with whatever you're looking for, and I feel strongly about catering my tutoring to each individual student's needs. I look forward to getting...

...for writing and literature. I love helping students discover under surface meaning and deeper concepts hidden between the lines in the literary world. Common Core requires critical thinking and this is what I push students to do - see beyond the obvious. I also teach ESL and students with disabilities in an integrated setting. I have the patience and skill set needed to motivate and help students progress in school as well as prepare for...

...to help you find your voice and to love writing as much as you do! I studied creative writing, literature, and journalism at Tufts University. I also scored 800 on the writing section of the SAT and I would love to help you improve your score. After college, I taught English in Spain for a year and loved working with middle school students! I can help you with essays, creative writing, reading comprehension, and test...

...aim to uphold while working. It is as essential for the student as it is for any working professional after education completion. Best of luck to all of you on your academic endeavors, and feel free to message me if you have any questions or requests. Please note, I am most often working from home, and I'm happy to help my existing students with instant tutoring. However, my style of instruction is far better suited...

...Program (CSTEP) which provides academic support and research opportunities for underrepresented students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. As part of CSTEP, I tutored General Biology I/II to Biology and Human Biology majors as well as mentored and advised students with their science curriculum and class schedules. I am passionate about medicine and will be applying to Physician Assistant School in the near future. I am also passionate about educational equity and am...

I recently graduated cum laude from Harvard University with a degree in visual art and microbiology! In my free time I also love to cook and read. I am relatively new to tutoring but am enthusiastic about learning and excited to start!

...at St. John's University. I received a Masters of Science in Literacy and Mental Health Counseling. Throughout my master's education, I have been teaching students at a New York City Public School. I currently have been teaching 1st grade. Also, I have been privately tutoring students within the borough of Queens. I am passionate in teaching all subjects, however, I am most passionate about reading, writing, and phonics. In my experience of helping struggling students...

I'm a friendly, professional, experienced tutor and teacher who loves seeing a student learn and master a new concept or technique. I have a passion for seeing students progress in their learning and come to unexpectedly enjoy a new subject.