Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Mount Vernon, NY

...a research assistant to my college professor, I conducted research about the history of U.S. social dance, and presented my findings in research summaries, a podcast format, and in a series of lectures to upperclassmen at the college. Through this work, I've developed an attentive editing eye, and a sense of how to guide students toward establishing cohesiveness, organization, clarity, and personal voice in their writing. The experience I hope to provide in my classroom...

...;). Neuroscience PhD (MIT) with a focus not on simple recitation of material, but on understanding of it. I take joy in making material feel natural instead of alien. And I have special facility with 'debugging' problem areas that aren't making sense. (9/10 times it's because your brain learned a simple, *almost* true rule that sabotages understanding. I like to suss out those broken rules and fix them. :) __________ About me: In addition to...

...extensively with students to identify where they were struggling and remediating those areas (one example: I learned a student didn't actually understand how negative numbers operated and so they were constantly tripping up in arithmetic). We achieved about a 90% pass rate in the course and a few students were able to graduate after passing since the math regents were holding them up. I believe in teaching students the skills they need to work independently....

...rewarding as learning; helping students feel the same way is one of my main focuses. As a teacher, it is my responsibility to know who my learners are, what kinds of knowledge and experience they bring to the table, and what they want to achieve so that I can tailor a curriculum that fits their needs and yet leaves enough room to accommodate topics that emerge. I especially love teaching when the learning in my...

...New York. Attended Health Science Technology High School, Edison High School, Eastern Michigan University, and Rutgers University. At Edison I played Football, Basketball, and threw the javelin. I pursued a major in Actuarial Science and threw javelin in college. I received my Bachelors of Science in Actuarial Studies in April 2016 from Eastern Michigan University. I encourage students to research my degree, as it is very promising and heavily rewarding. If you have any issues...

...year of medical school, I spent the summer working as a Gross Anatomy teacher for PA and PT students. This was hands down my favorite job and I became very invested in my students success, often staying far later than required to ensure my students were confident with the material. In addition to teaching, I act as a motivational coach for my students. I am their biggest supporter and will do my very best to...

...at Williams College. I have not yet specified my major but I plan to concentrate in English and philosophy. I have a keen interest in education and have actively sought out experience in the field for the past two years. I served as a Writing Fellow at Mount Greylock Regional School this past fall. There I was employed as an assistant for Mr. Dils, a high school English teacher. I was responsible for helping to...

My name is Zovinar and I'm an undeclared undergraduate student at the University of Pennsylvania. I graduated from Stuyvesant High School in 2017 with honors in math and social sciences. My goal is to help high school students become better and more effective writers in any subject, whether that be history, literature, or science.

...through college. I have helped students find great success on the the SAT, ACT, English Regents Exam, AP English Language and Composition Exam, and with writing, reading, and speaking in general. I also have helped many, many students with their college essays, seeing great results that helped students to share their sometimes very personal stories, while also impressing the institutions to which they sought admission. Overall, this career has never felt like a job for...

...dynamic language instructor with a background in literature, history, and math. I have taught students in Spanish, French, and English as a Second-Language, using highly visual and interactive techniques to engage students in the fun and challenge of learning a language. I have lived in Spain, France, and Chile, as well as various parts of the United States, so I bring cultural insight into each lesson. My additional teaching areas of expertise include test prep,...

...so that I can understand how to best instruct to their level and their needs. I also work with them to understand how they are learning. Are they practicing the skills that they haven't mastered on a regular basis? For standardized tests, given the time constraints, do they have strategies for solving the problems they are unsure of? I believe that repetition builds confidence and helps strengthen academic success in other areas. (Where appropriate, I...

...of Boston University, receiving my B.A in Political Science. I was born and raised in New York City, and have spent my college career finding ways to help students get the education they need. I've interned with the NYC Department of Education, the European Grassroots Anti-Racist Movement in Paris, and political campaigns here at home. I am a strong believer in the idea that a great education can change a child's life, and I plan...

I am currently studying Economics and East Asian Studies at Columbia University. Outgoing by nature, I have a teaching method that is very interactive. During a tutoring session, my students should expect a dialogue rather than a lecture. I have a background tutoring Math and Mandarin Chinese to students ranging from Elementary School to College.

Hello! I'm a current graduate student at New York University specializing in Education Policy. I plan on becoming a public school teacher, and I already possess three years worth of teaching experience and tutoring.

...can be made fun and relevant through meaningful examples and a hands-on approach! I especially love English, History, and Psychology and enjoy problem-solving for test prep (SAT, GRE). Currently I am pursuing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and my training thus far has taught me the value of appreciating others’ perspectives and finding innovative ways to learn and teach. After graduating from Northwestern four years ago, I spent time abroad before getting my Master’s degree...

...in biology and am currently furthering my education in radiation therapy. I have tutored kids since my undergraduate experience helping students in my class. I am very good at tutoring science since it was my major and am furthering my expertise in it. I love to teach students math as well. I love to help kids learn from the basic and work their way up. When kids tend to be confused, they don't follow the...

...excited to continue to grow in my linguistic abilities. I think that a good teacher can make all of the difference in a student's life. As a child, I believed that I was bad at math and did not see the value in learning it. However, I had a math teacher in sixth grade who pushed and encouraged me and made me love it. I then went on to take advanced math classes throughout middle...

...and creative type who knows all about how the increasingly standardized education system can chafe with independent young minds. Having struggled through middle school with motivation and consistency in and outside of the classroom, I was fortunate to find a teacher in 9th grade who invigorated my love for learning; all by showcasing the opportunities available to me through education that I'd always taken for granted. School is challenging and should be taken seriously, but...

...educator with nearly ten years of experience teaching, tutoring, and mentoring across subjects and age levels. I've taught environmental sciences for undergraduates, led a French class for adults, and tutored high schoolers in a wide range of topics from SAT/ACT prep to philosophy. I believe that every student has unique strengths that can help them become a successful, confident learner. I also believe in the power of education to help us become the best versions...

I began tutoring at a local tutoring center, and I tutored a variety of age groups, ranging from middle schoolers to high schoolers. I love staying active, whether it be riding my bike or playing basketball. I have a passion for chess as well as reading, and I enjoy trying new things.