
Kevin: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Math sections. In my academic and professional career, I've found that success is when the right mindset meets hard work and preparation.The beauty of this philosophy is that it does not discriminate against any student; everyone has a best that they should strive for. It's my focus to help each of my students reach that standard with a comprehensive preparation regimen tailored to each individual. Most of all, I am excited to pass down the...
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Operations Research

Sandy: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
I am Ivy League educated and have the tools to help students achieve academic success. I am committed to education and inspiring students to achieve a lifelong love of learning and confidence from realizing they can achieve their goals. ... Individualize material and approach for each student.... Introduce ourselves, and go over our preferences and styles.... Teach him to learn critical thinking and enjoy learning.... Break down the activity into smaller goals.... Discuss the reading passage...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Finance, Management

Adnan: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...highly interdisciplinary. It is never a one-way stream of information. I will be asking you a lot of questions along the way. The two most lessons that I teach to my students: 1. tolerance of uncertainty; and 2. confidence in your own self-efficacy. Everyone can attain mastery. I never doubt. Anything can be learned, if you breathe, accept that you are a beginner, and give into the process. To learn how to learn, that is...
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New York University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
New York University - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Amy: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...interested in learning about neuroscience. Since college, I have continued tutoring students on a weekly basis in a wide variety of subjects. I graduated from Middlebury College in 2012 with High Honors in Neuroscience, and now plan to attend medical school. I am a diligent worker and consistently ensure that I am prepared to meet the student's needs. I am exceptionally patient and excellent at developing creative ways for learning when I see a student...
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Middlebury College - Bachelors, Neuroscience

Daniel: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...the chemistry department at the university. So far I love my teaching position as it not only brings me happiness in helping others succeed, but it helps me build a stronger understanding on how to be a better instructor. When I teach, I try not to lecture the student, but engage them by connecting what I teach with real-life scenarios. Especially in hard sciences like biology, this makes it much easier for students to understand...
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Stony Brook University - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Psychology

Karan: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...sophomore at Cornell University, and a recent graduate from Stuyvesant High School (a specialized high school in downtown Manhattan). I have much experience tutoring kids from ages 6 to 18 through the company Allen Mentoring in subjects such as physics, math, english, and history. I have scored a 34 on my ACT exam (out of 36). If you haven't found anyone already, I would be happy to be of assistance. Please let me know. I...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Applied Economics and Management

Farah : Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Instruction Leader for introductory biology course as well as genetics courses, I have led tutorial sessions amenable to students with various educational backgrounds and skill levels. As an Academic Success and Enrichment Program (ASEP) biology teacher's assistant in the summer and school year, I tutored underprivileged incoming first years by hosting weekly sessions as well as aided them with lab work. Through these programs, I have developed various techniques and tools that effectively allows students...
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Barnard College of Columbia University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences

Benjamin: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...abroad in the Spring of 2014. I love traveling as well and am extremely excited to be returning to Madrid in September on a Fulbright grant to be an English Teaching Assistant at the high school level! My approach to tutoring has always been about understanding each student's individual style as a learner to create lessons best-tailored to his or her specific needs. I try to foster an environment where open communication is emphasized and...
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Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Economics & Biopsychology

Saiful: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
I've been tutoring professionally in homes and in institutions (NYU) for over eight years now. I have a breadth of knowledge when it comes to the SHSAT and SAT and all levels of mathematics as I am an engineer by profession. I graduated from New York University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2014. Numbers are my thing :). I work at your pace where ever you may be. ... I believe anyone can learn...
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New York University - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Casey: Long Island SHSAT tutor
Certified SHSAT Tutor in Long Island, NY
...in psychology, math, English/social studies, essay editing, general homework support, and assistance with college application essays. I enjoy tutoring all of my subjects, but my favorite would have to be psychology, as it is my major and I am personally interested in it. I have been tutoring for the past three years and have found it extremely rewarding for both my students and myself. I am passionate about helping students because for me, there is...
Education & Certification
New York University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
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