Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Long Island, NY

...with Disabilities. I am certified as a New York State teacher, working with the New York City Department of Education. My philosophy on teaching is quite simple: each student learns in their own way and it is the responsibility of a teacher/tutor to determine how a student learns, determine their needs and create lessons that the student will feel successful in completing while fostering their unique learning styles. When I am not teaching, I enjoy...

...a compelling guide and mentor can be during the often stressful process of testing and preparation for it. In addition to performing well on the exams themselves, I believe it is just as important for students to learn how to think calmly and confidently about these tests, so that they can help to serve students' broader educational goals. In addition to tutoring students - and being one myself - I enjoy keeping fit by boxing...

I am a Manhattan-based tutor passionate about working with students. I lived in Paris, France for over three years where I received a Master's in History and Literature from Columbia University and a Master's in Audiovisual History from La Sorbonne. I also hold a BA in History and Political Science from University of Wisconsin-Madison. I currently work for Bard College as a graduate program coordinator where I work closely with Master's and Doctoral students.

...essay writing, and French. Tutoring is a passion of mine because I think that learning can be an exciting and enriching experience for all students, whether or not they know it. It can be hard for some students to find a reason to be engaged in their education when they're in large classes, but tutoring offers a unique opportunity to cater to their individual learning style and to identify ways they can be invested in...

Hi. My name is Jacquelyn. I am an educator and tutor based in New York City. I see the relationship between teacher and student more as a partnership. I look forward to working with you!

I want to tutor you! As a New Yorker and an aspiring English teacher, I want to pay close attention to your idiosyncratic means of learning to tailor an approach that is right for you. The teacher's organization is the key to both the student and teacher's success.

...in English and writing, not only aiding their abilities but deepening their appreciation for the material. It's my firm belief that enthusiasm is a huge key to present and future academic success. In my personal time, I enjoy playing music, reading, and watching several New York sports teams. I look forward to the opportunity to prepare students for lifelong success in whatever studies or fields they chose, with writing being such a vital skill in...

...topics ranging from Roman Civilization to Calculus II. I took a variety of AP courses in high school and SAT Subject Tests and had to balance that academic work with being a year-round student-athlete. I am confident I know how to study effectively and manage my time, and if there is any way I can use those skills to help other students, I'd love too! When I'm not studying, I'm probably geeking out over music...

...reach your goals. I have taught history and expository writing to students at some of the best area colleges for many years. I'm passionate about helping students gain the tools and confidence they need to succeed. I'm also a parent, so I know first-hand both the frustration of homework struggles and the joy of accomplishment. I'm a PhD candidate in history at Rutgers University and I have taught history classes there, and in the Expository...

...classroom approach, in tutoring we get to take the time to discuss "how and why." How did you get that answer? "How" leads us to thinking and discussing strategies and a general openness to learning. "Why" helps us think more critically about our decisions. Sometimes that makes a learner make a new decision on her own. These prompts are wonderful seques into important conversations where we learn about each other more. For example, they might...

...and Jewish Studies from Williams College, America's top liberal arts institution according to U.S. News and World Report. After graduating cum laude and with departmental honors from Williams, I spent two years teaching at Portsmouth Abbey School, New England's premiere co-ed Catholic boarding school. While at the Abbey, I taught two sections of sophomore Humanities (a Western "great books" course stretching from St. Paul's "Letter to the Romans" and Augustine's "Confessions" to Marx's "The Communist...

...a regents exam or helping them out with a topic they are confused about, I am more than happy to help. I can also help them organize their essays. Teaching is something that I was always passionate about. My journey began back in the Fall of 2004, when I set upon a goal of becoming a high school history teacher. I started out as a Liberal Arts major at Queensborough Community College (CUNY) and went...

...the Peace Corps. I have a passion as a teacher to help others to find and achieve their goals. My philosophy is that with a strong why we can achieve almost anything. I am excited to teach others the LSAT. I believe that with the right approach, mindset and strategy students can improve their scores 10+ points. It happened for me and I would love to share my experience. While the LSAT is a challenging...

...started a private middle and high school in Florida, where I taught middle school math, history, and geography. I also taught pre-Algebra, Algebra, American History, World History, AP Geography, Governemnt, Economics, and Biblical History in high school. I have a love of learning and teaching. I enjoy working with students of different backgrounds and learning styles. I have a MA in Public Administration and I am currently working on another masters in Human Services.

I have spent the past decade working in education as a teacher, new teacher trainer, and tutor. I specialize in English across grade levels and for new learners and writers and test preparation. My goal is build skills and confidence, and make the learning process fun. Please get in touch if interested!... I like to build independent learning habits- everything from following along with one's own finger to correcting their own mistakes on a test, to...

...Education. Afterwards, my goal is to pursue a Master's degree in Special Education. While I like teaching almost all subjects, Math and English are the ones I enjoy the most. I am extremely interested in teaching students and helping them achieve the goals they set out for themselves. It is so important for students to notice their own strengths and feel confident in their learning. Additionally, I am passionate about developing different strategies and techniques...

Hello! I am Kim and I am currently a 7th Grade Language Arts teacher for Special Education students. I love to read and try to instill that love into my students.

...all of my students. I enjoy bringing new ideas and concepts to my classroom everyday. My students are not just my students but teachers as well. The infusion of technology as allowed me to create and build a classroom without walls. In my spare time I enjoy kayaking, swimming, cooking, and traveling. My journeys throughout the world has allowed me to visit many exotic places and cultures. I enjoy bringing these experiences into my classroom....

...Washington University in St. Louis, earning a bachelor's degree in Cultural Anthropology with College Honors, and I am currently working toward my PhD. I have been tutoring for six years, working for well-known test prep companies in addition to volunteering for nonprofit educational organizations around the world. I offer SAT test prep, AP test prep, and academic tutoring in English, History, and Social Studies. I also offer assistance with academic essays, college admissions essays, and...

...the value of patience, structure, and individualized guidance, values I carry into every tutoring session. At New York Law School, I continue to support my peers as a notetaker, distilling complex legal lectures into organized, accessible study tools. I tutor in subjects such as reading, writing, English, and study skills, with a special love for helping students build confidence in their analytical writing and communication. Writing is not only a technical craft but a way of...