Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Ramapo, NY

...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) reflects...

...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...

...the processes that bring joy of games - is to be found everywhere in the nature of the human brain; a living computer; a vast of potential of weighted logic gates which give rise to the substance of what we call learning when we - by our activities - so organize them. Even the most...

...and friendly relationship are essential for success in teaching and motivating students. I have helped students write their college and graduate school essays, become stronger and more confident readers, and develop strong analytical writing skills. The Humanities are my area of proficiency: English, Literature, Analysis, Public Speaking, Writing, Government/Politics, both SAT and ACT Reading and...

...career in which I worked as a teacher, counselor and school principal. (I am a youthful 55 years old.) I have a Bachelors degree in English from the University of California at Berkeley, a Masters degree in Professional Writing from the University of Southern California, as well as California credentials in teaching, school counseling and...

My love of mathematics and over 25 years of teaching experience provide me with the ability to motivate students, give them confidence, and make them successful math students.

...I received my Bachelor of Arts from Yale College, where I double-majored in Philosophy and Art. I was also a Yale Journalism Scholar. While at Yale, I coached speech and debate, and I often tutored students in politics, public speaking, and history. I also teach art classes around the city. I love to teach, and...

...the depths of discovery, as we tackle important issues, varied perspectives, and academic challenges that will lead to your success. A bit about me: After studying my tuchas off and scoring a perfect score on the SAT Verbal (800), I went to a top 5 liberal arts college: Swarthmore. There I studied English Literature, taking...

...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...

...other school anxieties. I am a recent NYS Certified Mathematics teacher (6-12) with experience teaching high school at NYC public schools, private schools, and an instructor at numerous colleges (Fordham University, Mercy College, SUNY Community Colleges). I have tutored for over 15 years. Undergraduate degree from Cornell University and Masters of Education from Manhattanville College....

...tutoring experience, mostly with high school students. I am outgoing, nice, funny, and can explain concepts in an easy way. I am apt in tutoring in Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and SAT. I believe that there is more to life than just studying and receiving good grades. Studying can become a burden when it gets...

...to the Jamaican Bar. I am passionate about helping students to ensure they are not left behind along with the satisfaction of ensuring they achieve their academic goals. This passion was exemplified when I was tutoring 11 and 12 graders and they achieved top 10 national rankings . These subjects include history and social studies....

...have worked with multiple students over the years. My students have ranged from age 4-22 for the most part, plus older students as well. I have experience with students with EF issues and ADHD/ADD as well, and I know how to help them be more organized and engaged, and reach their full potential. Being able...

...and adaptive problem solver. Never-ending energy, patience, and integrity. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Whether the challenge is technical, interpersonal, or mental, I am committed to applying myself fully until it is done. My academic journey has not been all sunshine and rainbows I know what it feels like to struggle, but...

...and mentoring students. I volunteered as a math tutor at Hostos Community College, where I taught adults preparing to take their high school equivalency exams. I also worked for a semester as a teaching assistant for the Economics Department at Hunter College. While my specialty is teaching high school math and economics, I can work...

...High School Exams, and many others. I received my doctoral degree from Columbia University majoring in Curriculum and Teaching, meaning I am well-trained in developing learning materials and also delivering them in a way that reaches all students. My students always learn a lot but we have fun too. I can't wait to meet you!

...with my students through empathy, passion, and a sense of humor. 2. My expertise in mathematics and with the various standardized admissions and certification exams. 3. My teaching philosophy which emphasizes helping students to develop an intuitive understanding of the concepts that they are studying rather than the memorization-based learning experience that students are most...

...areas of weakness, create a path for growth, and give students confidence in their math classes. I have a bachelor's degree in math from Indiana University and a Master of Arts for Teachers degree from the same school. I am certified as a high school math teacher and currently work part-time as an SHSAT and...

...tutor. I teach fifth grade math at a charter school. Last year, my students' math state test scores were the sixth highest in New York State. My belief that every student can succeed and my relentless pursuit of that goal enables our success. Every day, I analyze student work to diagnose strengths and weaknesses and...

...always been interested in mathematics and programming. Since my sophomore year of high school, I've taught math and specialized test prep at multiple tutoring centers. The most successful of these tutoring centers is called Khan's Tutorial. From my experience, students struggling in any subject, whether it be math or ELA, just need the right motivation...