Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving New Rochelle, NY

...of finding the approach that works with each person. I focus on first understanding why a student is having difficulty, rather than just drilling them. Sometimes this is a matter of the student's learning style, in which case I adapt my teaching style to that and help them develop studying habits suited to their way of learning. Sometimes it's a matter of having trouble with a particular concept, in which case I'll work with the...

...math, history, science, filmmaking (award winning filmmaker), acting (union actor--SAG, AEA), 2D animation, drawing, painting, and Adobe Creative Suite. My favorite subject to teach is English--phonics, verbal, reading, and literature. My teaching style is hands-on. I just don't stand or sit there and lecture. Lectures are boring. As my resume and other documents state, I have 30 years experience as a union actor in good standing. Much of this acting experience has been in improvisation...

...difference and was classified in first grade. Due to my difference, I have had to apply many different strategies and techniques to figure out which works best for me. I can relate to students who are struggling academically and have formed close bonds with many of the students I have worked with. I feel all students can learn and will learn if provided the right tools and strategies to succeed in their educational career. I...

...subjects ranging from Science, Math, Art, and English. I am a very patient person and understand the various difficulties in grasping an idea and am willing to go above and beyond to find the right method in order to overcome a situation that my student is faced with. My teaching methods varies with different individuals. I like to approach situations that is the best for my student. My key skills in communication, adaptability, along with...

...different age groups, my foundation remains the same. My goal is to make students feel confident and capable of completing their tasks. I feel it is my responsibility to make sure my students feel motivated, determined, and well equipped to tackle their assignments and assessments. My favorite subjects to teach are biology, math, and SHSAT prep. Although I am on the pre-med track and hope to go to medical school, I do have a passion...

Hello :) I am a recent graduate from Macaulay Honors program at Baruch College. Since graduation, I have worked as a financial associate in a global bank. I have tutored students since 11th grade in a variety of English and math subjects, including standardized prep. I love helping students improve their knowledge, and am sure I can be of help to you, especially in grammar! ... As a tutor specializing in standardized exam preparation, I start...

...is able to retain what they have learned. The difference in how information is conveyed to students, is the sole reason for why certain kids perform better than others. Every student has a different way in which they understand and learn. In a classroom setting however, teachers are unable to convey their lessons in a manner in which every student is able to understand the material, which is where the importance of having an experienced...

...in Brooklyn, New York work towards improve their grades in mathematics classes and state exams. I also did private tutoring on the side with elementary,middle and high school students, while working as a daycare assistant. As a public school teacher, I have had the pleasure with working with struggling students understand and practice concepts at various opening times in the day. Whether it is before school begins, on my lunch or after school, my students...

...sciences. I also tutor in Mandarin Chinese. As a native speaker in Chinese, I love to teach Chinese because the language relates to my background and specialty. I can also tutor areas in social sciences, including statistics, biostatistics, psychology, etc. I am looking forward to meeting new students. My teaching philosophy is to let students get the most out of the sessions and I am very flexible to cater to students' needs.... My teaching philosophy is...

...a good rapport with my students while committing to doing hard work together. Finding this equilibrium is important for getting a gage early on as to what method(s) of learning will work best for the student. Considering we are amidst a pandemic and students' normal study habits may be compromised, I strive to be sensitive to each student's situation and accommodate accordingly. In my spare time I enjoy reading, practicing yoga, and listening to music.

...literary assistant at off-Broadway theater Playwrights Horizons, where I read play submissions and write thoughtful response letters. For three years, I worked as Enrichment Director at a Shakespeare education program at New Pond Farm in Redding, Connecticut. I helped teenaged actors struggle 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....

...stronger tutor than if it had been easy for me from the start. I understand the roadblocks that come up in certain students' heads. Not everyone's brain works the same way and I think it is extremely helpful to be able explain things from different anglesto translate this language of the test or textbook. I have a real love of learning and my background in English and performance (I am a freelance writer and actor)...

...ignite that spark of passion for learning in my students. My ultimate goal is to teach them to be independent learners and problem solvers, to be critical readers, to ask questions, to know where to look for answers as well as to have the self confidence to tackle novel problems and find their own solutions. Over the course of my teaching career I have dealt with a broad range of challenges that students face when...

...the Director of Graduate Studies, running the M.F.A. in Theatre program. I also recruit both undergraduate and graduate students for the theatre program. In the process, I read dozens of college admissions essays written by high school seniors each year, and I'm happy to help students write those essays during tutoring sessions. I am a member of Actors' Equity Association, SAG-AFTRA, and The Dramatists Guild. When not teaching, I enjoy going to see theatre and...

...capable of success. My job as a tutor is to build foundations and develop strategies that ensure that success. I work with K-8 students developing skills, strategies, and knowledge that will help them become independent learners. My focus as a tutor is to help my students understand the concepts behind a skill. I believe that when you really understand how or why something works, you will never forget that skill. I enjoy tutoring a variety...

...while nurturing a continued desire to learn. As a tutor, I aim to help students that struggle academically and are falling behind by analyzing their weaknesses and structure stable foundations for higher-level coursework to build upon; however, I can teach students who want to be challenged and learn new material in advance. I take pride in having my students leave every session feeling inspired and feeling confident in their new found understanding of coursework material.

...not only for tests, but for academic success more broadly. I also love helping students with Spanish, whether they're mastering grammar rules or practicing conversation. My tutoring style is approachable, adaptive, and goal-oriented. I aim to meet students where they are and build their confidence by breaking down complex concepts into understandable pieces. I focus on helping students understand the "why" behind what they're learning, which leads to deeper understanding and stronger performance.

...have extensive experience with private tutoring, both one-to-one and with small groups of students. I especially enjoy working with younger children and I have tutored elementary and middle school students in English, Math, and Science. I also have a great success rate with SAT preparation, essay writing, and college application help for high school students. I am fully bilingual in English and Russian and have professional experience teaching ESL and EFL to children and adult...

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.

...as a tutor in schools all over the city, so I understand how to support and balance classroom content, homework, and test preparation. I specialize in ELA, reading, writing, and history and and adept at blending these disciplines and bringing them to life, sparking interest and engagement in students. I graduated from Franklin & Marshall College with a BA in Anthropology and am currently applying to graduate programs in public policy and administration.