Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Smithtown, NY

I am an educator who loves what I do. I love talking to students, and helping them realize that their education is the one thing no one can take away from them. I enjoy reading, writing, and outdoor activities with my own four children, and I love to cook and bake with them. I am currently finishing up my second Masters - in Educational Leadership, with a passion for policy.... My teaching philosophy is that each...

...tutor, particularly in the arena of creating interesting and clear examples through which different students can understand complex material. Although I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I most enjoy tutoring elementary and high school level math because I can be creative in designing examples. I truly enjoy teaching; there is a great satisfaction in helping students comprehend new information. Since graduating from college I have been working as an Emergency Medical Technician and I...

...have been tutoring for over 12 years in all areas of math and test prep. I started off tutoring when I was in college. Ever since then i found nothing but joy when I was able to help students succeed in their work. When I am not working I enjoy being outdoors, going to museums, sporting events and comedy shows. I really like to read an play just about any sport. Another hobby of mine...

Hello! My name is Brianna. I am a senior in college, working on my Master's in Elementary and Special Education. I love working with young learners and help them progress in their learning. I have been a reading and literacy tutor for over 4 years now, and I am looking forward to any opportunities that come my way!

...developed a curriculum that includes critical examination of writers such as Ernest Hemingway, Virginia Woolf, David Mitchell and Junot Diaz. The writing component of the curriculum includes exercises aimed at developing the student's fundamental writing skills, including character and setting, structure and developing narrative voice. Writing assignments include both traditional prompts as well as the incorporation of technology and the influence of other media, such as music and fine art. Upon the completion of my...

...or subject at hand, I try to bring a sense of process and purpose to my sessions, creating original lesson plans to supplement class materials. My ideal session ends with a student understanding not only individual problems, but also connecting concepts to other coursework, feeling confident about the class or material in the future. Outside of my current job in financial media and my evenings tutoring, I'm training for a half Ironman. I also enjoy...

...teach students how to develop strong study habits and strategies, as well skills. I allow students to articulate how they learn best and adjust my teaching methods to fit their needs. Most importantly, I enJOY teaching and strive to making learning a joy to students. As an eager learner myself, one of the things that led to my success as a student was my resourceful nature. I attended Temple University as an undergraduate student, and...

...28-year-old freelance journalist living in Brooklyn. I mostly write about pop culture and sports. I graduated from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and a Minor in History. I'm here to help your students with English, History, essay writing, and a number of other topics. I'm very interested in all aspects of pop culture as that's what I'm normally writing about and I'm also a big sports fan. Go Cubs!

...refreshing upon prior concepts. As a student, I have taken many classes and many exams. I know how difficult and frustrating it can be when you are unable to get a certain score. For me, I had to explore many different techniques from flashcards to rewriting notes, reciting notes out loud to teach myself, writing on a markerboard, color-coding key facts and ideas and so much more. Every student learns differently, and I actually struggled...

...me joy. My MBA is in Management and Leadership. In addition to management courses, the curriculum covered business writing, ethics, and public speaking. I primarily tutor reading, writing and math at the Pre-K, elementary and middle school level. My career has always been in business management - from fashion to real estate. For over 10 years, I have volunteered with Island Harvest - one of the best non-profits that help us here - at home...

...everyone in my hometown. Suffice to say, some odd years have gone by since then and now, even as a full-time professor, I find myself enjoying the experience of tutoring and helping students on an individual level enough to continue doing it. With a background in the sciences and mathematics, and a graduate degree in philosophy I'm incredibly well-rounded in terms of what I'm capable of teaching and moreover, have a generally positive pedagogical approach...

Hello. I have been working as a middle school teacher for the past 12 years. I have taught grade 6 and grade 8 ELA. I am also an instructional support specialist which means I provide support to all teachers of all grades and subject areas. My strengths are reading comprehension and writing. I look forward to working with you.

I am enthusiastic and friendly and have a strong interest in elementary school Math and Reading as well as a strong background in it. I love helping and pushing others to get the grades they deserve. Worked with students who have learning and speech disabilities.

...learning how to read. I am most passionate about science courses and working with children to establish a strong foundation in math and reading. I truly love learning and want to help the students I tutor develop a love for education. I struggled with learning when I got to college but learned there are different ways and techniques to help us learn. I firmly believe that regardless of past academic performance, you can always improve...

...working with students one-on-one to strengthen their skills across all subjects, as well as their test taking strategies. As part of my graduate teaching program, I had the opportunity to teach at a camp where we explored topics in Math, Science, Reading, Art and robotics through fun and engaging activities. I love to teach reading, and I tell my students that learning a new skill is like having a secret conversation with the author, where...

...aid students that may benefit from having additional attention paid to their individual needs. I am here to share my passion for language and to help students feel more confident in their work and themselves whether for practice, remedial work, or for a specific test. In my free time, I enjoy swimming and staying healthy. I play the acoustic guitar and study language. My dream is to one day, somehow, read all the books on...

...Chicago and during my time at Yale, I have helped one of my UChicago professors with a class that is put on each year and interacting with the students and being able to help teach them about the Italian Renaissance is an experience I love and reminds me why I love teaching. The many French 1 and French 2 papers I helped grade for my overwrought teacher in high school have also given me some...

...pedagogy, or just enhancing musical performance. I have helped many students excel on the PRAXIS Music exams and the AP Music Theory exam, but I also have found lots of success in working with young musicians! I have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds and am certified to teach in Washington, Idaho, and New York. It is my teaching philosophy that students need an environment in which to feel comfortable enough to make...

...like to further my expertise. In the past, I have babysat, worked at camps, been a teaching assistant, and tutored. I like watching children learn and grow, and educating them is an excellent way to do so. I have the skills and knowledge to instruct students on any topic if they are in the fourth or lower grade. Aside from teaching, I like running, tennis, and spending time with my friends and family.

B.A. in Psychology '17, & B.A. in Biological Sciences '21 (Post-Baccalaureate). Neuro geek, writer/poet, EMT-B, Former Emergency Dept. Tech, and Research Tech. I love helping students understand material that they find difficult. I learn from them, and they learn from me. You cannot get anywhere unless you help those around you. Future goals: Neurosurgeon/Principal Investigator and Mid-Size Business Owner. Fun Fact: My iTunes library probably has a song for everyone.... Past performance and a test-run during...