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

...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,...

I enjoy every aspect of tutoring. Most importantly, it gives me great joy to help students who need help in their studies. Every day I am open to meeting new people and being able to help out.

...working towards a Master of Arts in Teaching English, as well as a Master of Arts in English. I graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. I have a great love of books and writing--my favorite literary era is the Victorian period which I have studied extensively. I have experience teaching almost every grade level and subject as a substitute teacher and certified teacher assistant. My goal is...

...am currently a first year graduate student at Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health working towards my Masters in Public Health in environmental health sciences. For my undergraduate, I attended Fordham University and received a Bachelors degree in both biology and anthropology. I know how difficult advanced science and math classes can be on top of other studies, and I am really looking to work through these issues with potential students. I am available for...

...tutor a number of students, many of whom I have now been working with for over a year. My greatest assets as a tutor lie in my mastery of the english language, skills in logic and conceptual organization, and versatile ability to explain to students complex ideas with which they find themselves frustrated and struggling. My goal is to restore students to a thoroughly self-sufficient status in their academic endeavors, an aim which pursue by...

...Economics. I have rich experience tutoring students in math from middle to high school. My approach is patient, adaptive, and deeply attentive to the unique learning styles of each student. Whether you're grappling with algebra, aiming for a perfect score on your SAT math section, or seeking advice on how to craft a compelling college application, I am here to support you or your kid's academic journey. Test Scores: SAT: 1560 (790 Math, 770 English)

...strategy. Im a great resource for college admission essays from the Common App, to long and short supplemental essays, to brag sheets and student resumes. As a Teacher and Editor, I help students to analyze content, organize their insights, and express their ideas with language that is original, personal, and correct. As a creative guide, I use humor, pop-culture references, and real-world experience to help young writers draw out their experiences and perceptions, and shape...

...in college: I tutored two second graders in an after school program. These experiences truly inspired me and I greatly enjoy tutoring. I have also worked teaching English to middle school students in China and tutoring math, science, and reading to elementary school children as part of an after school program in Chester, PA. I currently teach art with a partner to a group of Mandarin-speaking elementary school students. I've been to China twice to...

...foundation of my teaching philosophy: in addition to emphasizing results and academic achievement, I believe it is integral to find an individual approach to each student and to focus first and foremost on teaching students to study in a way that is effective and engaging. I tutor elementary, middle, and high school students in all subjects. In my free time, I like to go running, practice dance, learn new languages, and play ping-pong.

Hello! My name is Adrienne, I am a Cornell University alum, former 8th grade math and science teacher, and current youth worker.

...I have worked in several capacities as a tutor and a mentor to students. Through these experiences, I was able to enhance the ways in which I can best serve others while guiding them through academic subjects, standardized testing and the college process. Through all of my experiences, I was able to strengthen my communication skills, problem solving abilities and organizational skills. I am excited to continue working as a tutor and mentor.

...advancements) prepping for the exams. 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 all of my students. I believe in direct teaching methods. I also believe teaching is a two way experience. I prefer to adapt the way in which students like to learn. In my spare time, I enjoy reading that which enriches my life,...

...courses and courses built on pre-existing syllabi. At the high school level I taught English Language Arts for 11th and 12th graders -- my 12th grade class was Advanced Placement for English Literature. I am currently tutoring students in English Language Arts, including instruction in verbal skills, essay writing, reading comprehension, and test preparation (Regents, SATs). My students have come from urban, suburban, and rural backgrounds, and I have taught students with disabilities and students...

...Mathnasium for over a year. During my time at the Mathnasium, I have learned many teaching methods and how to relate to students to get the concept across. I have experience with tutoring but more importantly, it is a passion for me. I love helping students cross the bridge in regards to concepts and get to the other side where they can understand and even teach others. As I start my career as an engineer,...

...that I have a deep passion for. I tutor Finance, Financial Accounting, Business Calc, Business Stats and Macroeconomics, among other subjects. As a Finance major, these are all disciplines that are right up my ballpark. My teaching philosophy involves being very relatable and personable. I feel like our sessions are just more casual 1-on-1 encounters. It's almost like a friend is teaching you some concepts that you may be unsure of at the library.

...found it necessary to sign up for tutoring in order fully comprehend the difficult subjects in school and outside. I attended SHSAT, SAT, and MCAT test prep, and have benefited greatly. After years of benefiting from tutoring myself, I've amassed a set of interpersonal skills that are essential to effectively explaining complex concepts and relationships. I've learned that patience and adequate communication, in collaboration with a stable knowledge background, are the tools to helping others.

I'm an enthusiastic tutor fully committed to the success of my students. I teach the full spectrum of knowledge, including test-taking strategies and confidence-building exercises. I enjoy working with a wide variety of students at every knowledge level. I'm a patient and positive teacher who knows the importance of motivation and structure. I listen to my students and adjust my teaching to fit their needs and personalities.

Getting an A+ is not the most important life lesson, it is about finding your drive, aspiration, and motivation to pursuing something you love and enjoy. No one can decide whether or not your love and aspiration is A+, only you can decide that.

...courses for undergraduate students. I was born and raised in Lima, Peru. I am so proud that my two children, 16 and 13 years old, are fluent in Spanish. I love communicating and interacting with my students. I am deeply committed to my students success. I believe that all people can learn and thrive in an environment that is stimulating, comforting and appropriate to people's abilities. When I am not teaching, I love spending time...