
Kevin: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...I write for many organizations, including Weill Cornell Medical College, Ameriprise Financial, Rutgers University and Demand Media. I have taught in the New York City public school system, and I have extensive experience in one-on-one tutoring. I tutored numerous students after school to help them improve their English language skills. I treat tutoring as a custom-made session. I find out how you learn and help you reach your goals your way. In other words, I...
Education & Certification
University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
City College of New York - Master of Arts, Education
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Macroeconomics
High School English
Reading
+17 subjects
Michael: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...to first- through fifth-graders. I enjoy words, word games, reading, mathematics, discovering new things, staying in shape, and sharing what I have learned with others. I am a fan of classic television sit-coms, music from various genres, and my often-hapless yet always-loved New York Mets. I enjoy a good joke or pun and am frequently ready with one for whomever is willing to listen. In short, I love teaching and having fun, and I know...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Master of Science, Elementary Education
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Algebra
SAT Math
SAT Mathematics
+31 subjects
Raquel: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...graduate studies at LIU Brooklyn. It is my belief that education is the key to improving our communities. As educators it is not our job to give our students the answer, rather it is our duty to teach them how to be critical and independent thinkers. I am currently a high school Special Education English teacher. I became a teacher because I believe in the potential of all learners and understand that not all learning...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Media and Communications
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Current Grad Student, Teaching Urban Adolescents with Disabilities
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
College Essays
Other
Reading
+11 subjects
Matthew: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...public schools. In college I tutored my peers in General, Organic, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry. I was a lab Teaching Assistant for Molecular Biology, Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry. My experience also includes tutoring SAT, ACT, and SSAT test preparation, and high school science, math and English internationally. My teaching philosophy is that every student can learn and achieve at the highest level. I strive to explore different avenues of learning in order for students to...
Education & Certification
Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry, Political Science
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
ASPIRE Science
PSAT Mathematics
SAT
+50 subjects
Benny: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...Reasoning, and 11 in Biological Sciences, which placed me in the 93rd percentile of all test takers. I understand the struggles of preparing for medical school and can impart my past experiences and strategies to create a personalized plan with you in order to significantly increase your score. As long as you're ready to study smart with my guidance, the sky is the limit. With prior experience to teaching introductory and upper level basic science...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Algebra 2
MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
Languages
+26 subjects
Dan: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...While pursuing my graduate degree in English Education at Manhattanville College, I have been fortunate enough to spend a significant amount of time in various classrooms. I have led classes in substitute and student teacher capacities and have observed several experienced teachers as well. My undergraduate education has provided me with a lot of English-specific knowledge while also enabling me to work in other content areas including math and test prep. In my spare time...
Education & Certification
Emory University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Creative Writing
Manhattanville College - Master of Arts Teaching, English Education (5-12)
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
College English
ACT Writing
Public Speaking
+27 subjects
Frank: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...students often utilizing my quick wit and good humor and this relationship helps to motivate them and elicit their best performance. In addition, I utilize frequent testing and feedback to reinforce their progress. My academic credentials are excellent and include a B.A. in Economics (summa cum laude) and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. With regard to my standardized tests, I took the GMAT test in 1983 and scored in the top...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Economics
Stanford University - Masters in Business Administration, Business
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Study Skills
Test Prep
SSAT
+57 subjects
Paisley: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...receive my M.A. in Art and Art Education from Columbia University. Since graduating from Williams, I have been teaching middle school English and high school art in public schools. With my 9 years of private tutoring experience, I also meet with clients all over New York City and Long Island, tutoring middle and high school students in Test Prep, Writing and Reading, and adults in English language. I believe in hard work and having fun...
Education & Certification
Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, Art, Art Education
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Public Speaking
SHSAT
ACT English
+44 subjects
Theodore: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...I really enjoy tutoring students of all ages and abilities, and have spent my time in college doing just that. I have a great deal of experience working with different personalities, learning styles, and comprehension levels. When tutoring students, I like to make the experience as pleasant as possible. I've had my fair share of terrible teachers (haven't we all?!) and my goal is to remind my students that learning can actually be fun. I...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Current Undergrad, Writing Seminars
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Advanced Placement
SSAT
SSAT- Middle Level
+47 subjects
Suleman: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...expected to know them. However, without a proper understanding of the simple facets of a subject, the more complicated features can never be truly internalized. I have always enjoyed explaining concepts to other people, and I find it works best when I relate the subject to a personal interest of the student. The most rewarding aspect of teaching is watching a student attack a problem in a step-by-step manner and explain the significance of each...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Biological Basis of Behavior
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
MCAT Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
High School Biology
High School English
+33 subjects
Jillian: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...of Arts in Political Science focusing on Legal Studies. I also completed a minor in Mathematics at Manhattanville College. Since graduation, I have spent a majority of my time working for tutoring companies in the Westchester area. I began tutoring during my sophomore year, about three years ago. I have had experience tutoring in major core subjects found in most High School curriculums, I am most passionate and confident while teaching Mathematic and Science subjects...
Education & Certification
Manhattanville College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Chemistry
SAT Math
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
+35 subjects
Adam: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...tutoring program, and tutored and graded for the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. However, I was interested in other ways of learning and teaching that were less traditional, and I became a site leader for an Alternative Breaks trip to Nicaragua for Public Health and Education and became a Resident Assistant at Lafayette Residence Hall. However, my interests and hobbies expand into many categories including playing piano and saxophone, doing gymnastics, participating in German culture,...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics (Spanish minor)
New York University - Master of Arts, Teaching Mathematics
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
SAT Subject Tests
Trigonometry
Algebra 3/4
+33 subjects
Marisa: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...districts, I observed engaging lessons and had the privilege of observing the administration and grading of the English Regents Exam. As President and Co-Founder of the Stony Brook Book Club, I led weekly discussions and created a comfortable and intellectually stimulating environment. As a teaching assistant in the Massapequa Public Schools Summer Music Program, I taught students new skills and concepts while encouraging their continued growth. I believe that every student can find a book...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Unknown, English with Teacher Certification
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
SAT Writing and Language
Comparative Literature
College English
+13 subjects
Allison: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...and minoring in Sustainable Urban Environments. For the past couple of years I have tutored a few students on and off in Trigonometry, SAT Math, and GRE Math. I enjoy tutoring Math because I love Math in general, and I enjoy passing that love onto others. I believe that one-on-one tutoring is beneficial for all students, especially in the NYC school system, where education is not focused enough on the individuals. I love reading, baking,...
Education & Certification
NYU-Poly - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
Algebra 2
SHSAT
+26 subjects
Paul: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...of the utmost importance. It is important that students' develop a thorough understanding of the topic, and can demonstrate that understanding with detailed explanations. In addition, I want my students' to develop as learners through finding and using resources to further their understanding of different academic topics. Outside of teaching and tutoring I am an avid sports fan and music connoisseur. I also enjoy reading and staying updated on current events. Lastly, I am not...
Education & Certification
SUNY College at Cortland - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
LIU CW Post - Master of Science, Adolescent Education (Biology)
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Earth Science
IB Biology HL
Reading
+19 subjects
Lexi: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...Psychology, English, Spanish, and Government at the AP level. As a junior/senior, I also helped prepare students for PSAT/SAT & SAT subject tests as a recommended peer tutor through my school’s guidance department (ages 15-17). I have always been an avid reader, which, I believe, has helped me develop an innate understanding of grammar. I love helping students with reading, English language and literature, and writing – particularly around college applications, admissions essays, and SAT...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Near Eastern Studies, Arabic
State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Biology
Spanish
High School Biology
+29 subjects
Brian: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...high school, I was a member of the Peer Tutoring and Mentoring Club and enjoy working with students, primarily in math and science. My favorite subject is physics because it combines science with math and is actually applicable to real life. My learning philosophy is to just do practice problems. The more practice, the easier each problem will be. Somebody can spend all day just studying notes, but he or she will learn best by...
Education & Certification
Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
SAT Subject Tests
High School English
Test Prep
+50 subjects
Arman: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
I am 22 years young and a current student at Hunter College majoring in Economics. My experience in tutoring goes from volunteering in a tutorial center while I was a teen to then private tutoring. I love traveling, food, movies, music, hanging out, socializing and enjoying life. ... To create a connection with the student on a personal level and a professional level, and to make them feel comfortable, which will allow a better learning experience.
Education & Certification
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelors, Economics
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
SSAT- Middle Level
Social studies
SSAT- Elementary Level
+33 subjects
Alyssa: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...School of Public and International Affairs. My focus was on international relations and concentrated on the People's Republic of China. My years at Princeton developed my passion for human rights, and also solidified my desire to help others. During my senior year, I researched and compared the educational systems and conditions faced by Chinese migrant children and those faced by undocumented children in America. As a long time athlete, I understand the value of coaching...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
PSAT Critical Reading
College Essays
Summer
+50 subjects
Justin: REGENTS tutor
Certified REGENTS Tutor
...In tutoring, I focus on results, but not to exclusion. I want to provide the student with a meaningful experience. That is to say, I aim to cultivate an appreciation for math, science, and/or the humanities that will last into college and their career. Unwilling to compromise my love for language or my affinity for math and problem solving, I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computational Linguistics, the interface between computer science and...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Journalism, English Minor
Graduate Center at CUNY - Master of Science, Computational Linguistics
Tutoring Subjects
REGENTS
Biology
Algebra 2
ACT
+93 subjectsIf you feel as though the student in your life could benefit from working with professional Regents tutors, Varsity Tutors can help you find a private instructor who meets your scheduling and academic needs in as little as 24 hours. The Regents exams are a series of high-stakes tests administered to high school students in New York State in order to determine whether they have absorbed enough academic knowledge to graduate and move onto the next phase of their lives. Earning a score of at least 65 (out of a 100) is required to pass each exam, and students must pass a certain number of Regents exams in order to graduate from high school.
How many Regents exams your student needs to pass depends on whether they want a Regents diploma or a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation. To earn a Regents diploma, students must earn 22 credits in applicable courses and pass one English Regents, one Mathematics Regents, one Social Studies Regents, and one Science Regents. If your student is considered "Checkpoint A," they also need to pass a Regents in a language other than English.
If your student wants to earn a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation in order to pursue their future plans, they need to take everything above plus two additional Math Regents exams, one extra Science Regents, and a foreign language Regents if they are considered "Checkpoint B." If you have any questions about graduation requirements or the advantages of earning an Advanced Designation, the knowledgeable Regents tutor we refer to you can answer any questions you have.
How can Regents tutors help my student a fuller understanding of academic concepts?
Classroom teachers do their best to meet the needs of every student, but they can only do so much in a room filled with kids. Working with a private instructor allows your student to receive individualized instruction that revolves around their needs. If they are comfortable with American history but less sure of themselves with Algebra II, their study sessions can concentrate on mathematics even though they are taking Regents exams in both subjects to enhance their study efficiency.
A private Regents tutor can also design study sessions around your student's preferred learning style. If your student is a visual learner, their instructor may use charts, flashcards, and other visual media to make it easier to visualize key concepts. If your student is more auditory by nature, Q&A discussion formats may be the best way for them to retain information. Finally, a kinesthetic learner might engage in hands-on activities during their study sessions to make it easier to remember important information.
Your student is also their instructor's only priority during their study sessions. If your student is nervous about asking for assistance, their instructor can create a learning environment where questions are encouraged to help them ask for clarification as needed. All of your student's work can also receive prompt feedback since their instructor doesn't need to grade two dozen other papers before returning something, allowing them to address any mistakes while the material remains fresh in their mind.
Many students also develop study skills during Regents tutoring sessions that they can apply in college and beyond. For example, many students could do a better job of expressing their ideas in writing. Your student's instructor may demonstrate how to outline writing assignments to make them feel more approachable. Not only can following an outline save time, but it also serves as a point of reference to remind your student of all of the details they wanted to include.
Similarly, many students could retain more of the information they read. A knowledgeable Regents tutor can show your student active reading techniques such as taking notes to promote more engagement with the material. If your student has any questions as they read, they can jot them down as well so that they remember to ask them later.
Can Regents tutors help my student prepare for a specific test?
Absolutely. Currently, New York State has Regents exams for the following high school classes: High School English Language Arts, Comprehensive English, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and Trigonometry, Global History and Geography, U.S. History and Government, Living Environment, Physical Setting/Earth Science, Physical Setting/Chemistry, Physical Setting/Physics, French, Spanish, Latin, Hebrew, German, and Italian.
Each exam has a unique format, though most of them are administered in one testing session of three hours or less. The one exception is Earth Science, which has a timed laboratory component taken two weeks before the rest of the exam. Your student can take practice exams during their Regents tutoring sessions to get a sense of what to expect on test day. Time management is a key skill on virtually every standardized test, and experiencing the time available firsthand is one of the best ways for students to learn how to budget it.
If your student has dealt with test anxiety in the past, understanding an exam's formatting may also help them calm their nerves. Regents exams contain a variety of question types, including multiple-choice, essays, constructed response, and open-ended items. Multiple-choice questions are probably the most student-friendly, as it's possible to figure out the correct answer by eliminating incorrect responses even when you aren't sure of an answer. Some questions also contain enough information to answer something else on the test, potentially providing a jolt of self-confidence if your student leverages an exam against itself to answer a tough question.
Essays are fairly self-explanatory, especially if your student uses outlines. One proven test-taking tip is to leave enough time at the end to proofread your work, as it's better for your student to cross out a mistake than lose points for it. Constructed response items are essentially fill-ins that require test-takers to provide the correct answer after reviewing a graph or other provided data. Extended response items relate the answer to the real world in some way, but are otherwise the same. Finally, open-ended items require students to show the reasoning that produced their final answer. It is sometimes possible to earn partial credit even if the final answer is incorrect, so students should get in the habit of showing everything they possibly can.
Here is a closer look at how Regents tutors can help students prepare for a few specific exams:
Algebra II and Trigonometry
Trigonometry, logic, and graphing problems require the use of a TI-83 graphing calculator or equivalent, a machine capable of doing a lot with an interface that many students find confusing. Your student's instructor may provide a tutorial on how to get it to do what your student wants it to and then allow them to complete practice problems until using it feels like second-nature.
U.S. History and Government
Most students agree that the most challenging part of this test is the Document-Based Question, or DBQ. Students are provided with a combination of primary and secondary sources and asked to incorporate them into a persuasive essay, combining organization, reading comprehension, writing, and argumentation into a single question. Your student's instructor can provide sample DBQs to help your student feel more comfortable with the unique format and provide constructive criticism on where they could improve going forward.
Foreign Language
The best way to study any foreign language is to completely immerse yourself in it, as there is no substitute for regular practice. Your student's instructor can provide solid review, and they could even conduct entire sessions in the language to help your student make quick progress.
Physical Setting/Chemistry
Students are provided with special "reference tables" to mitigate the need for rote memorization on this exam, but it can be both a blessing and a curse. While students should use their reference materials as needed, consulting them when they don't have to just makes the test take longer. A private instructor can teach your student when to use the reference materials available to them and when doing so would simply be a waste of time.
What makes Varsity Tutors such a powerful resource?
If you had to find a private instructor on your own, you would need to figure out whether a candidate has a strong knowledge of the tests your student is preparing for, whether they know how to convey that information to students, and whether your schedules jive to allow regular study sessions. Who has time for all of that?
We can match you with an instructor who meets all of your requirements quickly, taking the hassle out of finding a private tutor. Our exclusive Live Learning Platform also facilitates digital study sessions, allowing your student to attend sessions anywhere with a stable internet connection. Powerful features such as a virtual whiteboard and video chat functionality ensure that your student's sessions are just as productive as meeting in person, so you don't have to compromise quality for convenience.
If you're ready to get started or simply want to learn more, educational consultants are currently standing by to help you in any way possible. Contact Varsity Tutors today to set your student up with professional Regents tutoring as they pursue their academic goals!