Award-Winning SAT Math Tutors for Students in Nassau County, NY

...be a tutor. I believe that a tutor should not only possess expert level knowledge of said subject, but also be friendly, enthusiastic and charismatic in their teachings. Along with those traits I am passionate about learning which drives me to spread my knowledge, which is the main reason I became a Varsity Tutor. In my free time I enjoy going to the movies, going out to eat, reading books and playing video games. I'm...

...I am a current graduate student at Columbia University in the City of New York. Tutoring since high school, I have worked with students ages 11-22 (from middle school through college) in subjects as varied as math, organizational skills, PRAXIS prep, and of course, biochemistry! Additionally, I am well-versed in GRE, SAT, ACT, and AP exam coaching. Outside of the classroom, I have and continue to work in biochemical laboratories, play viola in an orchestra,...

...was falling behind despite being a straight A student in my other classes. My friend Pat tutored me for weeks and I got an A. It was this experience that made me realize the importance of additional help and how important it is to share your knowledge with others. I bring this experience with me with every student I tutor and let them know that tutoring is nothing to be ashamed of. Instead, I tell...

...with kids so teaching and tutoring is really the culmination of my passions :) In my spare time I like to cook, go for bike rides, rock climb, knit, and go for runs in the park. I believe that learning should be fun so I always try to let my personality shine through when working with kids so that they feel comfortable and that they can be themselves while they are learning.

...tour under my belt. Education-wise, I'm a pre-medical student hoping to graduate soon with a Bio B.S. Degree and minors in English and Chemistry. I'm also involved in Stress research at Seton Hall University and I'm the Vice President of the AED Pre-Health Honor Society. I currently work as an EMT in Paterson, NJ. If you'd like to ask any questions or need tutoring anywhere around my area don't hesitate to ask! Thanks.

...Spanish and a minor in Anthropology. I am fluent speaker of Spanish and Romanian. I spent my third year of college studying abroad in Seville, Spain where I worked as an English tutor for elementary and middle school Spanish students while also taking courses at the University of Seville. While at UVA, I worked as a tutor in Spanish and Anthropology for varsity student athletes. In addition to Spanish, I am also an advanced, near...

...from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer in NYC and tackle even the most hard-science of problems with a top-down, big-picture, holistic approach. If you have a propensity to look at problems in a cross- or inter-disciplinary manner (or want to learn how to do so), I'm the tutor for you!... All questions...

...been heavy handed with Biology and Chemistry courses and has drawn on a thorough and frequent use of algebra as a basis for most of my work. I grew up in Queens, NY and attended a small private school for most of my education prior to university. Having been a student in a small high school and a student in a huge university, I most definitely have an appreciation for personalized attention when endeavoring to...

...a good grade and see the confidence that accompanies their improvement in a subject. My number one goal as a tutor is to help instill confidence in my students so that they know they have what it takes to succeed! In addition to tutoring, I enjoy running, dancing, playing the piano, and performing in theatre productions. I have a very strong work ethic when it comes to both my academic and artistic pursuits, and I...

...semester in junior year studying abroad in Ireland. I have tutored a group class on the SAT and have learned best practices at both teaching and managing to maintain the attention of a group of high school students (much tougher than it sounds, shockingly). I have been reading more in the last few years than I did while I was in school and love when I find a book where I don't hit a wall...

...2019 having taken 10 AP classes in subjects across the board. In high school, I led three after school enrichment tutoring programs for middle school students. On the side, I independently tutored 9th and 10th grade high school students with a particular focus in writing. I have developed an effective method of developing students' expository essay writing skills, and it is so rewarding to see students' pride in their personal improvement. I am comfortable tutoring...

...in Chemical Engineering. This strong interdisciplinary education allowed me to develop strong critical thinking skills and an innovative mindset. I will begin work at Ernst & Young by the end of 2023 in an auditing role. I have years of experience tutoring, and I love doing it! I tutored middle schoolers for three years in a program called "Horizons" which was an alternative to summer school for under-served children. I also was a Teacher's Assistant...

...teaching students. I believe education is the foundation of success. I enjoy knowing that my students are interested in becoming more knowledgeable and proficient in the selected subject matter. I want to help every one of my students achieve their goals and also help make their dreams a reality. When I am not teaching or tutoring students I enjoy playing golf and exercising. I have played golf for over 17 years and I have never...

...the moment, I tutor mathematics, which I believe to be an exceptionally crucial skill to develop for any academic subject and for a more intimate appreciation for the intricacies of the world. I fervently prescribe to a teaching method that promotes a unique engagement, both between student and instructor and with the subject matter, in order to impart the very human and meaningful elements residing in the material. Outside my more scholarly pursuits, I am...

...in Ancient Greek & Sanskrit, Latin, and Japanese. I have had lots of experience tutoring those around me, such as friends, peers, and class mates, and I have always enjoyed seeing their progress as students. My tutoring experiences include after-school assistance to those struggling in Ancient Greek at my former high school, to helping Juniors and Sophomores help ace the SAT. My specialty is language and history, with an emphasis on Japanese, English, Latin, US...

...I am a 4th year medical student at NYITCOM and will be graduating this May. I have a passion for teaching/tutoring with 10 years experience! I have tutored one-on-one and taught classes up to 30 students. I love helping students understand the basics and watch them develop the skills to conquer complex topics independently. By teaching students how to think critically, I have seen how tutoring helps expand horizons. I look forward to working with...

...well as other science courses including chemistry courses and physics courses, in addition to earth science. I also tutor math, including algebra, geometry and trigonometry. I can also help write papers and proofread for errors and content of any subject, and help write lab reports. I am comfortable tutoring students of any age and at any speed. I can go as slow as the student needs to, and I excel at teaching through explanations of...

...in math and science, I aim to help them develop their problem solving toolkit and build confidence in their academic intuitions. I also hope to pass on my passion for math and science to my students and make these often unpopular subjects more enjoyable. I'm a very visual learner and teacher, and I like to use charts, drawings, and physical models to help illustrate abstract concepts and make them more tangible and understandable. In this...

...to medical schools. I have prior experience tutoring at Kumon, teaching elementary and middle school students a wide range of topics in math, reading comprehension and writing. I have a passion for science and mathmatics and understand that these may be topics many students dislike. I aim to help students by using examples from the real world as well as other techniques that make it easier for the student to appreciate and understand these topics.

I am currently pursuing my PhD in clinical psychology, and I tutor children, teens, and young adults in the areas of psychology, biology, and writing. ... I believe it is important to bring out the best qualities in a child. Education is not just about teaching information, but leading children to develop independent thought and beneficial curiosity.... I would assess the student's knowledge of the subject by asking beginner, intermediate, and advanced questions about the subject....