Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Nassau County, NY

I graduated from Rutgers (with a 3.8 GPA) and UMDNJ-Rutgers Medical School. I was a Family Practitioner for 25 years. I have successfully mentored and tutored all levels of students for 30 years. I currently tutor SAT and ACT English at an international learning center, Biology at Assumption College and science, psychology, SAT and GRE prep, insurance, math and college entrance essays with Varsity Tutors. I try to make every session interactive and fun! My...

...learning is about finding the right methods for you! I like to work with a student's individual style to help approach the areas where they need help. I studied environmental sociology, and have always enjoyed an array of interests - if we can see how information and different subjects can be applied to your future goals, it really helps get through the tough subjects now! I look forward to working with you!

...the opportunity to work with students in a failing high school. We were tasked with getting the students SAT/ACT ready and subsequently apply for college. One of my proudest moments to date was receiving the news that all students from the program had applied to college. My tutoring experience has since moved on from to a more privatized setting but the reward has remained the same. Working students to build their confidence in and outside...

...I am a pre-medical student looking to get an MD/PHD and possibly a master's in public health policy. On campus, I am involved in advocacy through Emory's Empowering First Generation, first STEM, and I work under Emory University Campus housing. I am dedicated to uplifting students and providing them with the community and resources to thrive in new environments. On campus, I tutor students on Chemistry, and I have extensive experience in tutoring younger students...

...successfully helped many middle school and high school students improve their grades and/or prepare for standardized tests. While I'm comfortable teaching in many subject areas, my specialty is standardized test preparation. In addition to having a strong understanding of the subject matter covered on these exams, test-taking strategy is a strength of mine, including time management and general multiple choice strategy. I was a National Merit Scholar and AP Scholar with Distinction in high school...

...Relations. I have been working in various teaching positions at the City University of New York and LaGuardia Community College. I passionately engage with students while tailoring my teaching philosophy to their their needs and demands. Although I teach a range of subjects, I am passionate about teaching Math and Science to K-5 and middle school students, while also tutoring history, writing and government to students at all levels. With my prior experience with standardized...

...deep passion for learning and the journey of thinking. My obsession is philosophy, which as a kind of over-arching discipline concerning the knowledge of what is, disperses me into many of the various subjects within which the joy of thinking can inhabit. I am excited to work with students and learn from them and see the ways in which their thinking can develop, as well as help them acquire the skills to succeed in their...

...assessment operate hand-in-hand and that the two areas should inform educational outcomes in order to improve the formal and informal learning experiences for all of Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade students. When I was a South Bronx youth, my young parents worked all the time and my grandparents, aunts, and uncles supported me while obtaining my education in New York City. It is my belief that a highly motivated student can accomplish any academic goal(s) s/he...

...the classroom, I have learned how to employ humor and frank communication to bring the best out of my students. A lively attitude and a little humility from the instructor allows students to engage with the content unburdened by the self-doubt that most people experience in an unfamiliar social setting. As a working relationship develops, I can help to build intrinsic motivation by helping information to fit into conceptual frameworks that are viewed as empowering,...

...comprehension and awareness that is required to further their education. I believe my professional experience and volunteer community work make me the best candidate for tutoring. My qualifications include a high capacity to multitask with the material, meticulous attention to detail to provide an extensive but understandable experience, ability to connect to all people from diverse walks of life, and an innate eagerness to bridge the much needed academic achievement gap that exists.

...makes you a better learner; when you are passionate about something, you want to learn everything you can about it. It's that passion that got me through my rough and intense academic career, and I hope to pass that passion onto you! What ticks my boxes? A wide and vast number of things! I love Shakespeare and acting. I love concerts, music-- I love punk rock! I am a big believer in social justice and...

...studied elementary and High School. Then, I moved to Bogota, to study in the Faculty of Medicine of Universidad Nacional de Colombia, where I graduated. Then, I was a practicing Doctor in rural and small hospitals of Colombia as General Practitioner. Ten years ago, I moved to New York City and I have been working as Research Coordinator for New York University. At the same time, I took 40 credits at Touro College of bachelor...

...minor in English from Rutgers University, I am passionate about helping students excel in their English and Science courses. With my experiences in teaching environments, I focus on creating a supportive learning environment that fosters confidence and mastery of the material. My approach emphasizes individualized learning strategies, ensuring that each student feels engaged and motivated. I believe that understanding the underlying concepts is key to success, and I tailor my methods to suit diverse learning...

...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...

Patience, understanding and accessibility are the traits I use to successfully teach. I have a flexible schedule and teaching method. Willing to tutor test prep and regular academics.

...tutoring. I cover European, World, and US history, as well as writing, reading comp, and literature topics. I've been a writing mentor and a course grader at the college level, and have more than three years experience working with high school and middle school students - everything from homework help to college application essays. I also do GRE and SAT verbal section prep. In my spare time, I have strong opinions on film and television,...

...my classes were very diverse in terms of ages and languages. They ranged from high school students to the mayor of the city of Comrat and included Russian, Romanian, Turkish, Ukrainian, Bulgarian and Gagauz speakers. I also taught English classes to kids on Saturdays at a local gym and at a local language school. In addition, I taught an English for Business class to local business owners and local government employees. My grant ended abruptly...

...moved to the city this summer after finishing a Master's Degree in Near Eastern Studies at Princeton, where I also did volunteer work as an English composition teacher. I started teaching and tutoring eight years ago as an assistant Arabic teacher at a language camp, and I've been working in education and/or academia ever since! I especially love teaching writing, reading skills, and foreign languages: I'm a believer in the power of clear and thoughtful...

...from Pace University School of Law. I live and work in Manhattan as a real estate 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...

...nothing less than to help them achieve their goals. New concepts and skills, especially academic skills, have always come very easy to me. This enabled me in school to always lend an extra hand to my friends around me and to help them grow and understand school challenges, including how to solve math problems or to develop topic sentences and outlines for essays. I love the process of relaying information to places and people who...