Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Clarkstown, NY

It is my goal to always help and provide a safe learning environment for all students in which they feel a sense of accomplishment. I am currently teaching in a NYC middle school. I have 13 years teaching experience. Knowledge of current ELA programs being used in schools.... My philosophy of teaching is based on many years of teaching experience. My mission as a teacher consists of three parts: to promote positive learning; to spark student enthusiasm...

...through difficult passages of iambic pentameter in Twelfth Night and Macbeth. The goal was not only to understand but ultimately even enjoy yes, enjoy Shakespeares dense and often bewildering sonnets, comedies, and tragedies. My hobbies including playing ukulele and chess. I am pursuing a career as a playwright, and have shown original work in New...

...undergraduate and graduate students. Since I began tutoring with Varsity in December of 2016, I have expanded my expertise to include all pre-school, elementary and junior-high level subjects. My focus remains on writing, reading and literary subjects when teaching high school, higher education, adult learners, and ESL students. The success I have gained as a...

...middle-school aged kids and kids with special needs as well. I've always had a passion for education which potentially sparked from helping out my little brother during his middle and high school classes, as well as editing his college essays. I took very interesting education classes in college which only solidified my growing passion.... My teaching philosophy's number one rule is clarity. Before moving on to another subject, I make sure the concept is fully understood...

...focus area is math, I've tutored students in math starting in the third grade up to calculus. I have also worked with special needs children for over 20 years. I love working with children and adults on all levels with the goal of improving grades and learning testing strategies. I enjoy helping people reach that...

I love learning, and I love sharing my love of learning with others. My goal is to help others gain the knowledge they need, and to enjoy the process of gaining knowledge.

...the tutoring sessions. As a tutor I try to be aware, first and foremost, that different students have different learning styles and needs. What is more important is to try to make tutoring sessions as lively as possible in order to keep the student interested in the subject matter. I do not just treat tutoring...

I am a tutor for most Math subject areas, including Algebra 1/2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, SAT Math, and AB Calculus. I am a graduate of Columbia University. I strive to make sure my clients reach their potential and achieve their highest grade possible.

...others in school in any way I can. I am here to help you. I will do my utmost best guiding you to succeed in academia through my tutoring methods. On top of this, I am very friendly! I enjoy reading, questioning, thinking, and exploring the world. I have been to Europe twice and went...

...and Emerson, I entered the occupation of writing tutor for my peers, and Ive committed to the role ever since. Further work experience at the Huntington Learning Center has expanded my knowledge from college-level academia to elementary, middle and high school curricula in English and writing. Over the last two years, Ive extended to exam...

...do the majority of their study with a tutor. Therefore, it is essential to train the student to problem solve and self-teach. This ability ensures achievement in college studies as well. - Connect and empower. Students will enjoy their sessions when they form a bond with the tutor based on mutual respect and trust. We...

...phenomenon around us. As a child, I would often think about why things moved the way they did and physics gave me those answers. I enjoy traveling and have been to several US states, Egypt several times, Australia, Italy, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Some of my most memorable experiences include scuba diving in the Great...

...to help them approach standardized tests with calm and ease. I believe that test taking does not have to be scary, especially if approached with the right tools and mindset. I am known for being patient and friendly, with a genuine desire to help students improve their scores. I tutor the SAT, ACT, and SSAT,...

...a student so that I can recognize where common errors can occur. Then I explain each question. If a student and I are covering the Writing section (grammar) of the SAT, I explain the rules and mechanics of each question. This is something I wish my past teachers did. Instead, they simply read answer keys...

...My teaching style is heavily personalized. It is important to establish the student's individual, unique learning style and cater the tutoring experience to his or her needs. Tutoring is a team effort, and my students and I work together to produce results and reach established goals. Outside of academia, I am a writer. I also...

...in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. I am fluent in French and I enjoy teaching tricks on handling French grammar and literature. My goal is to help students overcome their apparent weaknesses, and support them in acquiring a sense of mastery of the subjects they are interested in. I strongly believe that empowered students...

...architecture, visual arts, I studied languages (Swedish and Russian, which I now speak fluently), took subjects in the humanities and the sciences, became a Pilates instructor, and also played drums and wrote music professionally! As a result, I can truly get in the mindset of a student who is learning something - NO question is...

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.

...learned that there are many styles of learning and that earning can be a lot of fun. There are many techniques and strategies that I have enjoyed sharing with my students to give them confidence in reading, writing, public speaking, and more. Some of my personal interests are movies, music, traveling, my family, my dog...

...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...