Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Westchester, NY

...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 courses such as Modernist Literature, Literature of Globalization, Shakespeare Seminar, and Dostoevsky. I then got my teaching license, taught SAT prep for a...

...Fall to become a physician. I went to Bronx High School of Science, a high school that is well known in New York City and has produced the most noble prize winners to this day by a high school. I aspire to not just learn, but to spread my knowledge to those around me so they too can spread it to those around them. Knowledge is meant to be shared and many times, some children...

...was raised bilingual in Spanish and English. These days I've expanded my horizons to the French and German languages. In high school, I tutored students in Algebra at risk of failing the year. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Algebra, Critical Reading and Writing for Standardized Tests. I care about my students' success. I love learning and have a passion to help others become lifelong learners. In my...

...a summer of rigorous self preparation, and scored in the 99th percentile in both the Verbal and 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...

...myself in my ability to identify each student's unique needs and strengths to design a truly personalized tutoring plan. I've worked 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 &...

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...

...attorney. I want to help as many students as I can reach their fullest potential and increase their self-confidence by working together towards a common goal. I am enthusiastic, empathetic and patient, but serious about my work and hold my students to a high standard. I treat my students with respect and expect the same in return. I am a great tutor because I am a well composed, patient and enthusiastic teacher. I enjoy helping...

...relationship of trust that over time blossoms into a special connection between student and tutor. As a tutor, not only do I want the best for students, but I want to serve as a role model as well. My subjects include English, Reading, Chemistry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra II, Geometry, and Middle School Math and I. My test prep includes the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE), Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT), High School Placement Test (HSPT),...

I am a professional writer who also enjoys teaching. Over the years I have taught various subjects and at many levels, from pre-K to graduate school students. I am fully bilingal (Spanish and English) and I am a trained musician.

...of being able to maximize teaching and enrichment of content. By using informal and formal screeners along with pre assessments - I will always have a map of where to take any tutoring session. Having an academic and practical elementary/middle school application understanding of data definitely enforces corrective instruction, reteaching, or content enrichment that will occur. I have also worked a great deal with middle school students in pilot programs that center around blended and...

...Mandarin-speaking elementary school students. I've been to China twice to study, teach, and travel and hope to visit again soon. Although based on a core curriculum designed to allow students to reach their goals, my teaching style is also very spontaneous, intuitive, and innovative. I???ve found that an interactive approach works best. When students are engaged with the materials and encouraged to make connections for themselves, both inside and outside the classroom, they naturally self-motivate,...

I recently graduated from college at Yale University where I studied Political Science and dabbled in other subjects. I love tutoring and teaching and I have experience tutoring a wide variety of subjects including U.S. government and history, grammar and writing skills, and middle school math up to calculus. I particularly love working on perfecting college essays!

I am 22 years young and a current student at Hunter College majoring in Economics. My experience in tutoring goes from volunteering in a tutorial center while I was a teen to then private tutoring. I love traveling, food, movies, music, hanging out, socializing and enjoying life. ... To create a connection with the student on a personal level and a professional level, and to make them feel comfortable, which will allow a better learning experience.

...a degree in mathematics, I have experience tutoring math, physics, and economics. I have worked as a stockbroker on Wall Street and as an assistant in energy research at both NYU and City College; I am currently applying to PhD programs in applied mathematics. Born and raised in New York by a French mother and American father, I speak French and English bilingually and have traveled extensively in France, Japan, and West Africa. I am...

I'm a Mechanical engineering student from Binghamton University. I'm currently on route to graduate in the upcoming year and have a passion for higher mathematics and engineering. I do have past experience tutoring and feel the best way to helps students is by connecting materials to one's personal interests, and to maximize one's strengths within a subject.

...Before attending Cornell, I was a student at Brooklyn Technical High School. As a result, I have a lot of experience with standardized tests such as the SHSAT, SAT, and AP exams. I believe in not only helping students work through specific material, but helping them to develop strong study habits that will carry them through other coursework and testing as well. In my spare time, I enjoy long distance running, visual arts, cooking, and...

...Economic theory and Statistical methods to advise clients. However, I also want to take my passion for these fields and encourage younger students to use them in their lives. I find that often times students don't succeed in subjects such as math and statistics because they don't understand the practical uses of these subjects; without a fast and rewarding experience, the students get discouraged. I aim to make learning fun and to allow students to...

Learning math is all about trial and error, that is why we use pencils! Math is a hands on subject where students learn by doing. That is the approach I take when teaching and tutoring math. I am merely a guide to keep students on the right path, rather than tell them where to go.

...the New York City area in prestigious schools such as Ivy Prep and E-Math, as well as for the Department of Education through 1 on 1 Academic Tutors. I have stimulated hundreds of kids to dramatically improve their math, English and writing scores on the SAT and SHSAT and get into their dream colleges or high schools. My students often say that they are enjoying our lessons and learning from them a lot more than...

I am currently a 7th grade math teacher at Lyons Community School in Brooklyn, NY. I have been in that position for 2 years. I greatly enjoy my job as a teacher and mentor for my students. When I am not teaching, I enjoy exercising and right now I am training for my first half-marathon. I also enjoy watching documentaries and classic movies. I look forward to working with your child!... My teaching philosophy is that...