Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Westchester, NY

...education). I have enjoyed the opportunity to teach diverse groups of students, including those with a variety of learning, emotional, behavioral, and neurological disabilities, those who perform at or below grade level, and English Language Learners. I have collaborated with various treatment teams composed of teachers, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and family-based services in order to better address students' needs. These experiences have helped me to become the balanced and caring educator I am today....

I was born in Russia and grew up in NYC where I attended Stuyvesant High School. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Binghamton University where I majored in mathematics and economics and completed a core group of science courses that were part...

...and middle school math. The role of an excellent tutor is to provide clarity and context - to act as a guide in learning, not an answer key. I understand how to deconstruct complex ideas into basic concepts and to build knowledge on strong fundamentals. Rather than bombard a student with information, I want to communicate and receive feedback to understand how they learn. One-on-one tutoring allows students the opportunity to learn at their own...

I recently graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Biometry & Statistics. I was both a teaching assistant and tutor while at Cornell and have a passion for statistics. I'll be starting graduate school in the fall at Cornell Tech in NYC.

...granted by greater understanding - too often in sterile and boring classrooms. My goal is to help students attain mastery by providing the context and tools that let them have "Eureka!" moments. Learning is fun, and tutoring is more than just being a living wikipedia article. It's giving life to the dry and soulless problem set, making fun of the trap answers on the LSAT, and linking history to its greatest stories. I don't need...

I create a supportive environment that sparks an interest in learning and, therefore, confidence in your academic abilities.

...of subjects (primarily liberal arts.) Everyone has a unique learning style. As a tutor, I identify and utilize study techniques that each student feels works best for them. When a student is not sure how to approach a subject, I gain their perspective and guide them through breaking down the material into manageable sections. My ultimate goal is to enhance a students learning experience as much as possible. Learning is a two-way street, and I...

...my Sophomore Year of high school. Ever since then I have constantly been tutoring in my spare time, primarily through school organizations such as National Honor Society in high school and One With NYU in college. I have tutored a wide range of subjects, including, but not limited to, algebra, trigonometry, physical sciences, SAT prep, and ACT prep. I am very comfortable tutoring any subject that is listed on my profile. The feeling of learning...

...of college, I was a walk-in-tutor for students of the EOP (educational opportunity program) where I was able to help my peers who were low-income or first-generation students succeed. I tutored in a vast variety of subjects from chemistry to psychology to calculus to Spanish. In my final year of college, I was a teaching assistant for animal histology, which I believe is one of the hardest classes to ever take in college. The only...

...young students whose educational trajectory can be significantly impacted by my help! I also enjoy tutoring the ACT because I like seeing how elated students are when their hard work begins to pay off, and their test scores rise. I believe that individualization of instruction is crucial to academic success because students are able to get targeted feedback on their own strengths and weaknesses, not the entire class's strengths and weaknesses. I also seek to...

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.

My goals is to give the tools students need to become lifelong learners

Hey there! My name is Blu, and I recently graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Social Anthropology. My love of learning has led me to explore a wide variety of subjects throughout my life, and I've developed the skills to be successful in understanding them, both in my brain and on paper. I love working with kids and teenagers, and have experience tutoring for the SAT, various middle and high-school level subjects, as...

...the unique challenges faced by students with varying abilities. Throughout my academic journey, I have actively engaged in tutoring, particularly focusing on mathematics, physics, and chemistry. My love for these subjects and the joy of unraveling their complexities have fueled my desire to share this enthusiasm with students. Witnessing the 'aha' moments and the growth of my students has been immensely rewarding. In terms of my teaching philosophy, I believe in tailoring my approach to...

...and immunology. I am also currently teaching my 2 year old French as a second language through immersion, with my partner speaking English and myself speaking French. As an undergraduate, I also tutored undergraduate French students in beginner and intermediate courses. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology, Microbiology, and French. While I seek to tutor all students, I am willing to put in extra effort for the...

My name is Jefferson Li, and I am a student at the Stern School of Business and NYU. I love working with students, and I have been tutoring for over 7 years now. While my favorite subject to tutor is mathematics, I have also tutored students in SAT and ACT prep. I believe that the best way to learn is to understand the core concepts behind the material, and then practice, practice, practice!

...While I am interested in tutoring a range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biological Sciences, particularly Cell Biology, Microbiology, and General Chemistry. I also have extensive knowledge on laboratory experiments and equipment as well as familiarity with biology and microbiology laboratory settings. I would be happy to assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, lab reports, and research papers. I strive to help students achieve their academic goals and I believe everyone is...

...of subjects in the mathematic and scientific fields. My students have ranged in skill and course level, and include students from adolescents through the college level. My major goal is to help my students understand the core concepts behind their current coursework. Using real world examples to explain not only how to get to an answer, but to explain exactly why that is the answer is a huge part of my teaching philosophy.

...their academic goals. I tutor a range of subjects, within the scope of math and science. While I enjoy teaching various subjects, I particularly love tutoring Biology and Chemistry because of their applications in the healthcare field. Both these fields hand in hand when it comes to creating new scientific findings and it's one of the reasons I love to teach them. Outside academia, I love going to the gym, running, and reading new books!

...is having difficulty grasping a concept, I will try to reduce it to its simplest terms, so that he/she can follow the threads on their own to unravel the solution. Academics aside, I love music. Since 2006, I've played guitar as a hobby. I love blues and jazz music, both listening and playing. I own both an Applause AE-128 and an Epiphone SG-250 guitar. I had a Carlos Robelli, which I donated to a friend...