Award-Winning REGENTS Tutors serving Long Island, NY

...Doctorate in Pharmacy. I specialize in test prep such as SAT, ACT, SHSAT, etc. but am more than capable of teaching a variety of subjects. I have been tutoring students since middle school and have found that "practice makes perfect" is the most effective philosophy when it comes to learning. I love being able to help people, and the satisfaction of helping students excel in their studies provides me the incentive to give it my...

...ask any of my students they will definitely tell you that I am a fun tutor. I think a tutoring session will go exponentially better if there’s some laughter involved. I’m always down for racing against my students doing math problems or coming up with hilarious study mnemonics for upcoming tests. This past fall, I lived in Padua, Italy as an au pair for a family with a 6 year-old and an 8 year-old. I...

...education since then and have developed a passion for helping students improve on standardized tests. I have over three years of experience tutoring students from grade 4-11 for a wide range of subjects. I am particularly passionate about helping students improve in reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and essay writing. While many students find these subjects daunting, I think that with the right strategies, anyone can improve in these areas. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy...

...exams, the student must possess a solid foundation in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. But first and foremost, it is important that each student identifies the reason that he or she is studying for. Once that goal is vividly envisioned by the student, he or she will find enjoyment and satisfaction in understanding and applying new concepts as the student progresses towards his or her goal one step at a time. After we gain some...

...and five years as a professional sailor, I have a lot of appreciation for how the world around us works. From the simple process of doubling a recipe, to finding the optimum angle between wind and current to win a sailing race, to deeper questions about the workings of the cosmos, I hope to help students understand and internalize just how important (and useful!) an education in math and science really is!

As a self learner, I understand different struggles that students like myself might come across. I have a great passion for math and would love to share the tips and tricks that I have discovered that are application to not only the liberal arts but also in non academic activities as well.

I graduated Harvard in 1987, I went to Fordham for Law School, but the thing I enjoy the most is teaching. My parents were teachers, and the greatest thing you can do in the world is help someone understand things. I can help any kind of student with a desire to work do much better.... Once basic assessment is done, figure out what kind of learner they are.... Everyone can get better. There was never a...

...I recall the visits made to my pediatrician during my early days. The little girl in me could not help but be mesmerized by the doctors qualities: his patience for his long hours, his kindness, his empathy, his eagerness to listen, and his intelligence. His image remained in my mind as the kind of person Id want to be, and I try to apply many of these qualities to all my interactions, whether with patients...

...would like to share my love with anybody who wants to learn Spanish. Because of my heritage and my devotion to good grammar, I'd like to help any Spanish Language Learners get started or advance no matter the level! The Spanish speaking world contains an amazing assortment of music and culture, art and literature. Knowing the language makes it all so much more exciting to explore. I look forward to helping students achieve their goals.

...tutor algebra, geometry, calculus, chemistry, physics, reading comprehension, and writing composition. My favorite subjects to teach is physics because many students view it as a hard science, but after tutoring, they feel it to be much more intuitive than they initially believed. I believe that patience is the most important quality during tutoring. I will take any measure needed to ensure my students feel comfortable with the material and are able to confidently approach it....

...my learners are, what kinds of knowledge and experience they bring to the table, and what they want to achieve so that I can tailor a curriculum that fits their needs and yet leaves enough room to accommodate topics that emerge. I especially love teaching when the learning in my classroom/with a student is palpable. I believe that teachers who demonstrate curiosity and passion about a subject area motivate students. My philosophy of teaching is...

...since high school. I have three years of formal, test-prep tutoring experience with top companies in the New York City area. I absolutely love to help people out -- the most important thing I can do as a tutor is to find a new way of explaining something that just makes it click for you! I have experience with SAT, ISEE, college-level physics and calculus, as well as AP physics, math, and world history. Feel...

...a work-study program called America Reads, which placed me in a New York City Elementary/Middle School. There I worked with students on reading, writing and math assignments, and was hired by other parents to tutor students outside of the classroom as well. I went to work for Laguardia Community College after school, in their Office For Students with Disabilities, where I conducted one-on -one sessions in Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, English Literature, and Essay...

...both my humanities and math sides in tutoring for all sections of the SAT and ACT. My SAT and ACT students have been admitted to colleges including Harvard, Princeton, Stanford and Hamilton. I also have abundant experience working with younger students for private school entrance exams and my ISEE, HSPT and SSAT students have been accepted into the independent schools of their choice. I am highly effective at making the process of learning as enjoyable...

I specialize in tutoring math to middle school students and up. I fell in love with math and I think with the right instructor anyone can learn to love math. Many people find math difficult but I believe that with a little time, patience and fun, I can help you excel. ... We will create goals together and track our progress to reaching the goals.... I will go over the concept in-depth and work with them...

I am a 2/5 Biomedical Engineering major at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ. I have prior experience tutoring mostly high school students in mathematics and science. In my experience, one of the most important aspects of tutoring is setting goals at the very beginning and working toward that goal. My primary goal is to help students become confident in the fields they are studying.

...English Literature. For the last several years I have been honing my German language skills and plan to pursue an advanced degree in Europe some time in the near future. My tutoring experience ranges from ESL to standardized tests. I've worked as an assistant debate coach and paper grader, too. I believe strongly in the virtues of the examined life; I enjoy aiding students with topics--there are a great number of them--that promote critical reflection...

...results. Not only did their writing improve but their analytical and critical thinking skills did as well. I also have taught students Spanish at the beginner, intermediate and high intermediate levels with exorbitant success. In addition to teaching students basic core skills, I have prepared students for standardized exams such as the TOEFL for English Language Learners, SAT Reading and GRE Analytical Writing. I hope to impart knowledge and guide students to their ultimate educational...

...I have worked with previous tutoring agencies and have always reached my students goal by the end of the school year. I am currently a student at Binghamton University working towards my Information Technology and Psychology degrees. I can tutor students ranging from grades K-8 in subjects of math, reading, and Spanish. I believe that practice makes permanent, the more you work towards your goal, the better outcome you receive. Outside of academia, I enjoy...

...as part of RPI Tutor Time. RPI Tutor Time is a program designed to help increase a child's self-esteem and confidence while nurturing a continued desire to learn. As a tutor, I aim to help students that struggle academically and are falling behind by analyzing their weaknesses and structure stable foundations for higher-level coursework to build upon; however, I can teach students who want to be challenged and learn new material in advance. I take...