Award-Winning REGENTS Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...students. I then guide the student through practice problems and finally discuss with the student his or her mistakes and show the student how to avoid those mistakes in the future. My teaching strategy relies heavily on practice because I believe through practice, the student can fully synthesize the concepts learned in class and in the tutoring session. Guided practice also allows the student to work through problems and receive help getting past parts of...

...see which method best suited them. I firmly believe that each student has the ability to excel in whatever they wish as long as they believe in themselves, a value I hope to instill in all my students. I am patient, passionate, and excited about meeting new people and learning how they hope to make a difference in this world. In my spare time I love to watch and play sports, in particular Football. Lets...

...years working as a high school English teacher in the NYC public school system, and earned a Master's degree in Education (grades 7 to 12). Prior to becoming a teacher, I earned an MFA degree in Creative Writing. My poems and literary criticism have appeared in such respected journals as American Book Review, Washington Square, Eleven Eleven, and others. I will bring the breadth and scope of this experience and knowledge to work for you...

...New School, and I am adjunct professor at Hunter College at the City University of New York. I like to use my academic trajectory as an example of the fact that hard work can get a student anywhere. I love learning, which is why I love teaching and tutoring. I have taught students of a range of international backgrounds a variety of subjects, including research methods and data collection, social sciences, and statistics.... My teaching philosophy...

...student and peer teaching in high school. I tutored peers while I was taking my AP classes and was also part of a mentor program where I tutored middle school students. During my freshman year of college, I was in a BU science program where I taught local elemrnatary school children basic scientific principles such as the scientific method or demonstrated fun science experiments. During my sophomore year of college, I was one of 7...

...him to have fun writing about fantasy and science fiction. The love of fantasy comes from a mentor, a step father who hoards comics and books. The classics were covered at school and Iron Man was taken care of at home. Before his time at the Brook, he had won an award for writing in high school which, kick started his studies, and bought a few new cards too. Writing about games is a passion...

Hello! My name is Gabriella and I recently graduated from Cornell University with a degree is Biological Sciences with a concentration in Genetics, Genomics and Development. While at Cornell I ran a chemistry study group and tutored in general and organic chemistry as well as several biology courses. I really enjoy working with students on an individual level, finding out the best ways to help them learn the material, and helping them achieve their academic goals.

...an undergrad at New York University, I am working towards my Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Since graduating from Brooklyn Technical High School, I have tutored high school students in algebra and trigonometry and helped prepare students for the SAT. I am also a Jumpstart Corps Member and spend a few days a week providing preschool children in low income communities support in language, literacy skills, and social-emotional competencies. While I have experience in a...

...tutor to students from all over the world. This experience has provided me with a unique opportunity to engage with students of varying ages and backgrounds and to develop innovative and constructive teaching strategies. As an amicable, patient, and supportive instructor, I am dedicated to facilitating the development of young minds and empowering them to reach their full potential. I am confident that my proficiency and teaching style can effectively assist students in achieving their...

...Baruch. When I immigrated to the US, I became interested in Japanese culture where there was Japanese television on Fridays. When those programming licensing ended, I turned to the internet. In the second semester in college, I took the opportunity to enroll in the first Elementary Japanese class. I was able to get an A in the class. I have taken all the required classes and have become proficient in Japanese. In addition to tutoring...

...have a Bachelor of Arts in English from Siena College, a Masters of Science in General and Special Education from Touro College, and a School Building Leadership certificate from The College of Saint Rose. I am currently in my 10th year of teaching for the New York City Department of Education, and have taught English to a broad range of students across various grades and academic settings (general, self-contained, Collaborative Team Teaching, and Resource Room)....

...philosophy in teaching is based on the fundamental principle that it's okay to not know-- we learn through our mistakes and I will be cheering you on, never punish you for learning. My grandmother was a wonderful teacher who helped me re-learn Chinese when I moved back from Japan to China. Because my grandma served as a mentor who believed that 'I can do it', I remained confident and went from bottom of class to...

...studied Philosophy and Theatre at the College of Wooster in Ohio and then studied Education at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland where I got my MS. I love tutoring all subjects but am particularly drawn to SAT prep because I know how much just a little extra help can boost a score. I had a great SAT prep tutor when I was in high school, and even though I only met with him twice,...

...am a focused individual with a deep rooted drive to succeed. I take initiative in all endeavors that are on my path. I am determined to be a success story; not only for my family but others as well. When it comes to delivering information for education purposes, I feel that I am on par with the education greats. I maintain high standards and expect my students to exceed my standards. I believe education is...

I know how to work well with students mostly because I am one. I'm a Junior studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania. I look forward to making your most difficult subjects into something you look forward to!

...I know their curriculum well. I provide support in most of their major courses. I have had extensive experience tutoring students privately as well, both on the high school and college levels. I have privately tutored students in social studies, social sciences, literature, math and some science. My approach to teaching is very student centered because I think each student needs to be treated as an individual to maximize their educational experience. In my spare...

...alumnus of my school district's 3rd-8th grade "gifted" program, I learned the value of cultivating creativity. I'd like to pass on what I've learned in those formative years -- the early assignments and projects which have led to who I am today. In sum, it is my mission to find that individualized point-of-connection. The rewards to be reaped go far beyond a mere "winning score": the real reward is the personal growth and insight that...

...tutoring journey began shortly after cracking the 99th percentile on the SAT as a high school senior. This was the start of what has now been an 8 year journey! I have worked with 50+ students, mostly in the areas of math, science and standardized testing. After college, I spent two years working as a biology teacher at a top charter school in NYC where my classes ranked #1 by test results. I left teaching...

I'm currently a sophomore at Johns Hopkins University double majoring in Molecular/Cellular Biology and Public Health, while also minoring in Financial Economics. I am passionate about tutoring because it allows me to help others succeed and thrive, which means a lot to me. I have previously been in situations when I was confused about a subject, and I would love to help out and clear up any questions....

...than raising test scores, I help each student gain more confidence in their own abilities and increase their proficiency in understanding with context, rather than simply memorizing facts or formulas. I adapt my teaching style to the particular needs of each student, with the objective of guiding students in becoming more capable overall, through practice in sharpening their strengths and overcoming their weaknesses. My hobbies include video games, snowboarding, singing/music, working out/exercise, and doing Tough...