Award-Winning SAT Math Tutors for Students in Mount Vernon, NY

...am a current student at the University of Edinburgh studying Cognitive Science with a focus in Artificial Intelligence. I have traveled extensively, tutoring mature immigrants in Houston in English for Memorial Assistance Ministries, and tutoring university students in Philosophy, psychology and advanced maths, like discrete math, linear algebra and calculus. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about english, math, and history. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for...

My name is James Kibitel. I am an astrophysics and mathematics double major at Oberlin college of arts and sciences. I am currently a sophomore, and a member of the varsity baseball team. I am also a passionate musician; I play violin, viola, ukulele, and guitar. Other interests include crosswords, sudokus, and reading. I have been tutoring all throughout high school and in college, and have a passion for teaching & learning.

...rising high school juniors. I usually mold my teaching methods to fit the needs of my students. I believe the key to tutoring is to help the student have an "Aha!" moment, when a previously misunderstood concept suddenly makes sense. Such moments give students a real sense of confidence in themselves and agency in their learning, as their hard work has paid off. Because of this, when teaching I aim to get my students to...

I am determined to help your student succeed! I have a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and experience tutoring in the areas of math, science, and test prep. I am qualified to tutor PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP, LSAT, and the GRE. I am extremely well-rounded and eager to help.... Every student should be treated on an individual basis because no two students learn exactly the same way.... I can ask the student questions to make sure...

...Robinson Potter Dunn Premium and The Ratcliffe Hicks Premium, the Brown English Department's two most prestigious awards. In my time at Brown, I was also a 4 year member of the Varsity Baseball team and served as the team's academic advisor, tutoring my teammates weekly. I have also coached a number of youth baseball teams and have plenty of experience working with younger kids. I have a passion for educating, and there is no better...

...most is arranging my favorite music for solo piano. While my formal training was in classical music, I have added a focus on movie and TV soundtracks, pop music, and composing my own songs. I have experience working with children on their music skills from elementary through high school ages. I can teach piano technique, work with you to develop effective practice skills, and will fit the repertoire to the styles you enjoy!

...there! Some info on myself: I am a mathematics, philosophy, and German major at Hunter College in New York. Besides my studies, I am very passionate towards helping others in school in any way I can. I am here to help you. I will do my utmost best guiding you to succeed in academia through my tutoring methods. On top of this, I am very friendly! I enjoy reading, questioning, thinking, and exploring the world....

...me to improve on my awkward personality in my early high school career. There are two main reasons why I enjoy tutoring. Teaching others allows me to shed light on the numerous values of learning. Education gives us a firmer grasp on reality and greater social mobility. We owe our advancements to education and the work ethic that it promotes. The second reason is that tutoring allows me to refresh my knowledge and confidence in...

...by repetition on a regular basis or by going over different topics and then coming back to them; or by doing creative projects and readings from games, films or media that makes them see links and patterns that they would not otherwise see. Some are visual learners, others respond to hearing concepts and rhythms and are more auditory; some are verbal and learn best by reading about a topic; some are physical doers and learn...

I have been teaching for over 3 years. That is something I love to do and it is what I see myself doing for the rest of my life.

My name is Alex! I'm a recent New York City transplant from Ann Arbor, Michigan. I majored in History at the University of Michigan, and I am a freelance processional writer and marketing expert for the United Way. In the past, I worked for a tutoring chain called Kumon, and I'm excited to be with Varsity Tutors now. In my free time, I love reading, exploring the city, and indoor rock climbing!

...one of the most overlooked mind blocks that prevent students from understanding the material and reaching his or her true potential. Often students know much more than they think, but need a tutor to guide them in the right direction. I like to look at the big picture and help my students search for common themes. In my spare time I am an avid basketball and tennis player. I love spending time with family and...

...crafting, reading and other activities. I have also been teaching karate to children for the past 5 years. I love teaching English and Math. I also particularly enjoy teaching Standardized Test materials because the problem sets can be rather interesting to solve; it is more fun than just regular math and english. I genuinely believe that education is a privilege and a vital part of life. Without education, we would not be able to get...

I am currently studying at Boston University and graduated from Brooklyn Technical High School in 2017. I am enthusiastic and committed to helping my students!

...began to truly enjoy learning. This perspective shaped my approach to tutoring. I strive to create a supportive and enjoyable learning environment for my students, emphasizing the importance of curiosity over perfection. Currently, I tutor elementary school children in reading through Reading Partners NYC. My sessions are designed to be both effective and engaging. If a student feels overwhelmed, I incorporate breaks, games, and interactive tools to help them refocus and connect with the material....

...have a BA in Drama as well as focuses in German, Creative Writing and Studio Art. Currently, I work as a personal assistant and find acting jobs on the side. My strengths lie in German, English, Theatre and Video Production. Being a tutor is so exciting for me. I have been working with people younger than me for a while and it has always been a rewarding and learning process for me and them.

...a 3rd year Medical Student in New York City and will be graduating in May 2025. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Physiology, and completed my Masters in Physiology. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology and Math. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to...

...and will be able to thoroughly explain whatever the student needs. To add on to that, I also have a belief that can be summarized into a quote,: "Good teaching is more a giving of right questions than a giving of right answers." This quote essentially summarizes my philosophy as a tutor, that the value being comprehensive and covering topics of need far surpasses that of giving countless tiresome problems of which give diminishing returns.

Succeed through practice and learning the best methodology for that specific student.

...was a math peer tutor in high school. As an older brother to an ambitious teenager, I've found myself helping my brother out in his math homework and answering his questions with detailed and thorough explanations. I have experience tutoring people that I have just met, along with people I have known for many years. As I moved on to my college career at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, I have found that collaborating is...