Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Mount Vernon, NY

...took the opportunity to improve my Spanish through Washington University classes and strong cultural immersion. I spent my second 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...

...a lifelong student, she loves tutoring to help others feel passionate about their own educational paths. Kelsey still attributes her academic successes to the study tactics she developed during her formative elementary and high school years, and she believes that all students (regardless of their field of focus) need to build a solid foundation in writing, reading comprehension, grammatical and syntactical knowledge, and time management techniques. Kelsey has experience working with students of all ages...

My approach to teaching is focused on getting to know students, so that I can find ways to engage them in lessons. I tutor elementary school subjects and Spanish. I have a Masters Degree from NYU, where I created my own digital curriculum for students. Outside of academia I enjoy Yoga, cooking, and gardening.

...best performance, and will bring that same philosophy to tutoring. One of the main objectives that I will bring to my tutoring responsibilities is creating conditions that will sustain the motivation of my students to bring out their true potential through their performance irrespective of their prior preparation. This is particularly important students will come in with different levels of preparation for the courses that I will tutor. Creating an open environment where the inexperienced...

...these respective areas. All my life I have been extremely passionate about computer science. I started programming in 6th grade, and have not stopped loving it since. As a result, I can clearly and concisely convey computer science topics to my students. I can help demystify complex concepts, and act as a helpful resource for students to master their language of choice. I am highly familiar with the AP Computer Science test, and can help...

...started tutoring through the Learning Centers over 5 years ago which helped me realize that teaching others was something I loved to do. This coupled with my passion for Science and a wide range of topics motivated me to excel. I have experience working with a wide range of students from as young as KG to as old as college aged students, in various fields such as science, mathematics, reading and even test preparation. In...

...and database fundamentals at non-degree technical schools such as Connecticut Business Institute and Branford Hall. I have always enjoyed helping students and tutored graduate courses while in graduate school. Math and its applications (e.g., finance, economics and statistics) comprise my favorite subjects. I believe that positive reinforcement and goal setting are critical to student success. Building upon strengths and proactively addressing weaknesses in a collaborative way help to build students' confidence and self-esteem.

...a private tutor for 4 years, primarily helping students excel in Mathematics. I have taught students of all ages in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Trigonometry/Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. I also have immense experience with Standardized Tests, as I have done well in them myself and have helped students significantly improve their scores for the ACT and SAT. In my lessons, I find it most productive to identify a student's fundamental misunderstanding in a topic or concept, and...

...preparatory course for a required teacher certification test through Relay Graduate School of Education. I revised curriculum materials from the program and worked with small groups of up to 6 graduate students. During the class, I modeled individual problems, assessed student understanding through giving rapid feedback on practice problems completed by students, and adapted to fix misconceptions as they arose. Every time I tutor, I utilize the skills and knowledge I have developed as a...

...is my goal to make sure my tutees absolutely understand the material they need help with. In general, I explain things in a lot of detail, which could be unnecessary at times, but I think that is better than not explaining enough. Because I'm majoring in Computer Science, that is one of my strongest subjects to tutor in, but I am able to tutor Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, and SAT Math. Outside of academics, I am...

...New York City and went to a very competitive school. For the past three years I have worked for a private tutoring company as a Humanities tutor. I understand how stressful studying can be and see the benefits of working with a tutor. I believe that with the right support and encouragement anyone can become a great writer. I am an expert in English, History, and writing. I would love to work with you or...

...is to find the best course of action to help your child with whatever academic difficulties they encounter, then address these problems to help your child succeed in the future. I have experience teaching English abroad in India during my time as a college student at Skidmore College as well as teaching elementary school children basic tools for reading and writing. My love of learning has translated well into a tutoring position and I cover...

...and I am committed to helping them reach their goals. I am excited to meet you and work with your student. A little bit about me: - I was raised in Paradise Valley, Arizona with my two brothers (one older, one younger) - I graduated from Princeton University in 2014 with a degree in History of Science and Global Health Policy - I tutored throughout high school and college, working with students elementary - high...

...as a tutor for most of my life and I love interacting with new people! I am fluent in both Mandarin (Traditional) and English. I spent my high school years volunteering at English learning camps where I would teach English, dance, and art to kids who did not have access to these subjects. In my experience, I've learned that staying engaged and having fun is such a crucial part to the learning process and I...

...lot! I have 5 years of graphic design experience including technical programs within the Adobe Suite. My major is essentially critical thinking and essay writing, so editing essay's are a breeze. Additionally, having a background in Economics provides me mathematical and analytical expertise. In high school I was an Assistant Science Teacher at my elementary school for 3rd and 4th grade ESL students. In college, I mainly tutor other students who take the class alongside...

...strengths are Science and Math, though I am a strong writer and editor of essays and other written documents. I am also comfortable tutoring non-traditional learners including those with diagnosed learning differences and behavioral challenges, as I have personally dealt with similar issues of my own and have developed successful coping strategies. I look forward to helping my clients with all of their learning needs; hopefully, I will be afforded the opportunity to help you...

...in overall homework help and subjects like algebra and earth science. In college, I am apart of Tufts Tutoring where I tutor local Medford High School Students. I also have a year experience tutoring students in Physics on Varsity Tutoring. I have tutored three students in overall homework help, Spanish, and physics. Even though I have tutored students in a wide variety of subjects, my favorite subjects to tutor in are science and math. These...

...Purchase College with a double major in creative Writing and Journalism. I have been a private tutor for the past three years, tutoring math, English, and writing. I like to encourage my students to learn the broader reasons why an answer is right or wrong, so that they can learn a strategy to help them in the future with homework and tests instead of memorizing a specific set of rules. I try to make learning...

...Medical Technician) and am in the process of applying to medical school. I first started tutoring fellow students in high school. In college I helped fifth graders at the local public school after school with their homework. I have experience with a broad age range and I enjoy the differences in approach that each student demands. I believe that a tutor must have patience. This allows students to work at their own pace as they...

...helping co-workers learn computer skills in my teens and early twenties, teaching people of all ages to snowboard, which is a hobby and a side job that still keep up, and teaching English to students for the past ten years. It is a wonderful subject to teach that helps people learn to communicate in a way that brings them satisfaction and helps them to garner what they want in life. Studying English also helps people...