Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in New York City, NY

...always intrigued me and tutoring allows me to witness it firsthand. My specialties include Macro/Microeconomics, Finance, Accounting and Business Management. I am a graduate of the University of Central Florida where I earned Bachelor's Degrees in Economics & Finance. The nature of an economy and how individual decisions come together to shape economic prosperity truly fascinates me. Through the tutoring experience, I find myself learning almost as much as my students about new ways to...

I'm currently a college student at Macaulay Honors College at Brooklyn College. I am on the Pre-Med track and love to teach students tips to surviving high school and college, which includes acing tests like the SAT.

...and seeing their eyes light up as they grasp new concepts. I enjoy using visual or real life examples to explain new concepts, especially for younger students. I believe doing practice problems is one of the most effective ways to learn as it allows students to figure out exactly which aspects of new concepts they might be struggling with so I can best help them. In addition to being a college student, I also enjoy...

Hi! My name is Pooja and I am a freshman attending Rutgers University in New Jersey. I have been tutoring for over 4 years and enjoy bestowing knowledge upon children of all ages.

...style competition, and a host of creative writing assignments. I also worked with students to prepare them for the nation-wide standardized tests, meeting with pedagogical advisers and test administrators for training and preparation. As a requirement of my fellowship, I also attended regular lectures and workshops in pedagogical training, sensitivity to learning disabilities, cross-cultural communication, and regional history. Additionally, I learned Hebrew, and worked on a variety of other projects related to community development, urban...

...and finals alike. -- they all wondered how I could get consistent high marks without staying up all night studying. Here's a few of my strategies: -- Each test is a game, treat it like one! All games have rules. There are free points on every test that can be won by just knowing these rules! -- Study smarter, not longer. Once we know the rules, we can apply them to make our study hours...

...to my students so I can better understand their problem solving skills, self-awareness, and patterns of self-expression. I keep close track of my observations so I can better fashion my teaching style to their needs. Are they struggling with organization? Focus? Or is it simply a comprehension issue? I then design the pace and style of my approach to best suit their needs. My domains of expertise include reading comprehension, writing, literature, and ESL. As...

...Binghamton University. In the past I have taught ESL to adults in Peru, conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions for students with special needs, and headed classrooms of up to 20 students covering a variety of subjects. My favorite subjects to teach are English and Standardized Test Prep, although I am qualified to teach an array of topics. I try to tailor my lesson plans to my students and to incorporate their interests whenever possible. I have...

...will be matriculating at Williams College in the fall where I plan to major in English. I have had several experiences in tutoring ranging from volunteer tutoring for underprivileged children to tutoring many of my peers in standardized test ing to leading an English class for students at a Chinese university. While most of my experience in tutoring comes in standardized test preparation and English composition and literature, I also have a great interest in...

...legal experience includes working as a summer law clerk for two appellate judges and as a summer associate at a large law firm in New York City. In college and in law school I tutored for a variety of subjects and enjoy working with students one-on-one to tackle and master difficult concepts. In my spare time, I enjoy taking in all that New York has to offer including biking in the park, cooking, and golfing.

...tutor at a private educational company teaching children ages K-12 reading comprehension and mathematics. I also worked as a math teacher at another private educational company, helping high schoolers with Geometry, Algebra, Statistics, Trigonometry and even AP Calculus. Although I enjoy teaching math, I am also available to teach Writing (especially essays), Reading Comprehension, Economics, the SAT and ACT, and Literature. In my experience as a tutor, it is important to be patient. Not only...

...at Fair Lawn High School, where I was a Peer Leader. In this role, I tutored a struggling freshman in English and algebra and helped her develop study skills. I really enjoy connecting with students of any age and providing them with a deeper understanding of their academic material. I am a patient and open-minded instructor, and will always consider the best way for my student to learn. I most enjoy tutoring English and essay...

...Degree in Child Advocacy and Policy from Montclair State University. Further, I have completed my TESOL Certification through the Uni-Prep Institute. My interest in working with the youth stems from my undergraduate and graduate studies, as well as my teaching experience. I want to apply my credentials, passion, and experience to help others succeed. I have had many more accomplishments and am looking to help others improve as best as possible. With me as a...

...work on properly functioning. For me, failure is never an option. I consider myself as a lifelong learner who refuses to be left behind as the world constantly moves forward. That is why I keep myself updated on the latest technological advancements. When I am not cramming my brain with every bit of technical knowledge the world has to offer, I enjoy participating as a worldwide climate change activist. I would say Im an experienced...

...my broad experiences and big-picture mentality, understanding that students learn in different ways. I believe the most important thing in teaching is to frame the problem in a way that the student can understand what the bigger questions are, and to create their own frameworks to address issues without outside assistance. I also believe in encouraging consistent and efficient study habits so that students know how to study most effectively. Outside of work, I love...

I'm currently a sophomore at Carnegie Mellon University.I enjoy working with kids and helping them work through problems they struggle with on their own, teaching them to solve problems by concept, not on an individual basis. In my free time, I enjoy cooking and playing video games. ... Take the problem down to where the student understands it, and then build it back up to the full question.... Work out where their greatest struggles are.... Encourage...

...in the desired subjects. In addition, I have taught a Freshman Interest Group Seminar (FIGS) at Rutgers for Health and Medicine, which was challenging since I had a class size of about 30 students. However, every single one of my students received an A and even nominated me for a FIGS instructor award. I go above and beyond for every student because education is important and tutors especially provide the extra help students may need...

I am a graduate of Georgian Court University in New Jersey. I graduated summa cum laude with my Bachelors in English and a K-12 Teaching Certification. I received the English department award for the 2016 school year. I also am certified as a Special Education teacher. I am currently an 8th grade English and have work with grades 9-12 as well. I enjoy reading and writing and helping students find their passions and skills.

...edited for a monthly magazine, and worked at the Yale University Art Gallery. I spent the last year as a Fulbright Teaching Fellow in Bogota, Colombia. I am passionate about education, politics, history, and writing. I have extensive experience tutoring high school math, high school and college writing, and application essay writing. I love to learn, and I love to teach. Through Varsity Tutors, I am excited to work with students of all ages and...

...inner-city charter school. There I worked directly with under-performing students in one-on-one and small group settings. I honed my ability to explain even the most challenging material in simple terms and to motivate the most disheartened students to try again. In September 2012, I began my work in Rwanda with the United States Peace Corps. The only Westerner living in Kinazi sector, I integrated myself into community life and tried to build a better understanding...