Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Suffolk County, NY

I have many years of tutoring experience students of all levels. My goal is to aid the learning process in an education based yet fun environment that leaves the student eager to return to our sessions.I am easy going yet informative and understand that students genuinely seeking help need a little something extra and different to assure learning is complete. I have alternate methods for those who feel hopeless in an easy to follow guided lesson.

...Columbia University in a Social/Organizational Psychology masters program where I focus on executive and personal coaching in addition to studying group dynamics. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy stand up comedy, yoga, meditation, podcasts and exploring New York City. My experiences as a public speaking instructor and coach have shaped the way that I tutor. I've learned how to help my students set and stick with goals in subjects that challenge them, and specialize...

...in a comprehensive and engaging way. I have attended numerous writing and AP training sessions including the Rutgers University Pre-College Writing Program, the Collegeboard AP Language Summer Intensive, and various graduate-level classes in teaching English while obtaining my Master's in Education. In addition, I am currently enrolled in Middlebury College's Bread Loaf School of English, studying towards an additional Master's in English Literature and taking courses with top professors from around the country. I welcome...

Hello! My name is Claire and I'm a student at Cornell University majoring in applied economics and management. I'm knowledgable in test prep, math, writing, reading comprehension, accounting, and economics.

...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 a wide variety of subjects, such as American and European history, essay writing, grammar, standardized test prep, and AP test prep. I am a very active individual who enjoys cooking, jogging, hiking, and reading. I look forward to meeting you and your child and hope to...

...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 leader of interdisciplinary teams of practitioners, having strong knowledge of international development especially as a role of civil society actor in global governance, public participation processes and participatory governance

...I take an empathetic approach to learning. As a former student, I know firsthand that the expertise of the teacher does not always correlate with that teacher's effectiveness working with students. Because my teaching is based on years of real-world experience tutoring students, I know that the "textbook" way of explaining things does not work for every student. As such, I view every student uniquely and create a unique tutoring approach based on that student's...

...at Binghamton has provided me with experience in everything from literary analysis to creative poetry, and my rich background in English education serves me well as a tutor. I have been a PhD student at St. John's for over a year, and this has further improved me as a teacher and student. Other than my educational background in English, I worked as an English tutor at Huntington Learning Center, an environment in which I enjoyed...

...same. I myself am a writer and an avid reader, always excelling at liberal arts subjects in my education thus far. I can help teach and refine skills in all things related or similar to reading comprehension, essay and creative writing, grammar, literature, and remedial or developmental reading and writing skills. This also goes for adjacent subjects such as history, environmental studies, current events, research papers, you name it! I'm devoted to making my students'...

...I focus on building confidence and curiosity alongside academic skill. I tutor a wide range of subjects, including Pre-Algebra through Calculus III, Linear Algebra, High School Biology, Python, Java, R, and SAT Math and Reading. My favorite subjects to tutor are math and programming, because they offer students a toolkit to solve real-world problems, build cool projects, and think creatively about how the world works. My teaching philosophy centers on empowerment and active learning. I...

...2011. I'm currently a PhD Candidate and Instructor in the English Department at Stony Brook University. Over the past eight years, I've worked with a wide range of students, ages elementary through college as both a tutor and classroom instructor. I teach college literature classes during the year and work in a pre-college program at Columbia teaching research, writing and public speaking to high school students every summer. I love discussing literature and writing with...

I have completed a Bachelor's degree in Biology and a Master's in Marine Science. I have taken courses in a variety of subjects, and worked as a Teaching Assistant for several science classes. Academics can be challenging, but I believe you can achieve success through persistence, patience, and the right help.

...who are struggling 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...

...tutoring AP Language and Composition, AP World History, and AP U.S. Government. I was an education consultant who helped students apply for and gain admission to the top 50 U.S. colleges and universities by assisting with admissions essays, mock interviews, and SAT/ACT test prep. I am passionate about helping students improve their ability to express their thoughts and ideas, and I strongly believe in encouraging students to advocate for their educational needs.

...my teaching style. My philosophy for tackling challenging academic subjects is also an outgrowth of my own personal study habits. I believe that organization is key. I have found that a certain combination of systematic organization and simplification of every detail helps to illuminate the solution. Having a structured and repeatable approach can then be engrained in the thought process through repetition, and improvement will surely follow. Furthermore, I believe positive reinforcement and encouragement are...

...well as further on in their professional lives. The most rewarding aspect of being a tutor is watching students gain confidence in themselves as they start to see their hard work pay off. My style incorporates organization and goal-setting in a fun, supportive environment. In my free time, I enjoy hiking with my dog, reading Harry Potter and traveling the globe. I have been to 12 countries so far and lived in New Zealand for...

...with a concentration in International Security Studies. I have extensive experience tutoring high school and college-level Spanish. I have also taught English, Writing, and Editing to middle school and high school students. As a writer-by-trade, I can help students improve the style and structure of their writing, as well as teach grammar and copy editing. I have also tutored History, Science, Economics, and Social Studies -- all at high school or college levels.

...already know. In short, I became a fan of recycling, finding out what my students knew (always a surprising amount), what worked for them, and then coming up with improved ways of merging those effective strategies (at writing an essay with a thesis statement, for instance) with what were time-tested and worked well for me. As a tutor for standardized tests, I do the same, but also draw upon specific literary-minded questions that I asked...

...my students to remember what they have learned throughout the semester/year, and it helps them pick up new concepts quickly. When I am not studying or tutoring, I love to read, exercise, and explore. My favorite author is Stephen King, my favorite sports are basketball and snowboarding, and my favorite food is popcorn! I just recently moved to Manhattan, so I venture out into different parts of the city in my free time. So far,...

...of their analysis by paying particular attention to construction. I am a lifelong lover of reading and am a devoted writer. As a patient and careful listener, I work well with shy students and help them to find and solidify their voice as a writer. I am grateful to be able to share my enthusiasm with students, to discover what makes each student excited to read and write, to work with their individuality, and to...