Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Smithtown, NY

...Also being raised by a grunt is definitely a very structured way to live which helped me to develop good habits for studying and staying motivated. My main tutoring interests are centered around history, essay writing, and study strategies. I really enjoy helping students to find their stride so they can progress with confidence toward their goals and in their future endeavors. I've worked with kids of all temperaments in my time as a camp...

...these areas. This passion is all the more authentic due to my previous experience growing up as someone who faced learning difficulties in math and who entered the STEM field with a non-science background. I know what it feels like to struggle, and I also know how to overcome negative expectations about our ability (both those from people around us and those we have internalized) in order to succeed academically. For this reason, in addition...

...Social Studies because History is my favorite subject. It informs everything in daily life, and I believe great teaching should ignite the same kind of curiosity you get when watching "Wikipedia TV"those shows that make you pause and say, wait, I want to learn more about that. I've supported learners in many settings. As an undergraduate, I served as a Teaching Assistant in theatre history and acting classes helping students refine essays and prep for...

...style. Both in high school and college, I have been able to take on a rigorous and challenging course load because my organizational skills maximized my academic strengths. I know these skills are often overlooked, and I am excited to share them with your student. In high school I spent time helping younger students in my school, teaching them how to organize their assignments and study effectively. I was able to use my love for...

...New York School of Law and graduated cum laude from Fordham University with a degree in American Studies. As a tutor, I have experience with a variety of grade levels and fields of study, particularly English, History, Public Speaking, and Writing. The constant I bring to every new student is a focus on creating clear learning objectives to help them in their pursuit of life-long learning. Please reach out to me with any questions, I...

...and efficiently as possible. The ability to be able to engage to something new and finding meaning to finally understand something we are having trouble comprehending, is equally rewarding as it is a confidence booster. The more fun we can make the lesson the more memorable the information being given can be. Together we can make this happen, adapting to your learning style and any opinion you may have that may help you retain what...

...is in the material, and then I will guide them through the topic and show them my step by step process of solving the question. I make sure to stop at every step and ask if the student has questions, then I make sure the student can solve it on their own after. I have also privately tutored students in person in Math and Spanish. I have always loved school and learning, and I really...

...My areas of expertise are listening/speaking skills and reading skills.I have worked primarily with college students and adults (high school students at times, too) at the intermediate and advanced levels. I develop vocabulary (including idioms) when working on speaking skills as part of the tutoring experience. Being a passionate reader myself - it is especially meaningful when students develop and strengthen reading skills;some even start to enjoy reading for pleasure in English!

...B.A. in Psychology. I use my discipline of choice to break down the learning process and find the best individually tailored approach for each student. My favorite subjects are English, Math, and, of course, Psychology. Two of my specialties are SAT/PSAT and AP Test preparation. I received a National Merit Scholarship for the PSAT, ranked above 97th percentile in each area of the SAT, and achieved National AP Scholar with Honors. In my free time...

...behavior in Chinese preschools (Qingdao University). Subsequently, I spent one semester in Hong Kong engaging in a cross-cultural social psychology exchange program (Lingnan University). I am excited to work with students on subjects of my expertise: English, reading, writing, verbal SATS, regents exams, and Chinese Mandarin. I have served as a tutor to students of all ages, from kindergarten to first-year college students. What makes me a great tutor is my level of commitment and...

I am a high school mathematics teacher with a BA in mathematics. I have classroom experience teaching AP Calculus AB and BC, as well as Precalculus, and I have tutored students in everything from Algebra 1 through Multivariable Calculus and Discrete Mathematics. My favorite topics in mathematics are point-set topology and category theory.

...students. My friendly attitude is a large part of why I love being able to help students improve at different subjects, in my opinion nothing beats watching a student grow in confidence in a subject. Outside of the classroom I am a huge sports and nature lover, someone who is just as willing to sit and watch a game as I am to go on a hike with some friends. After college I hope to...

...experiences have been as diverse as teaching English as a Second Language, students in underfunded school districts basic math and reading skills, and new mothers the test taking skills required to pass the GRE. Although I love teaching ESL, I am also experienced in teaching Verbal and Quantitative subjects as well as standardized test preparation. I am deeply invested in the process of learning, and I am passionate about helping people develop critical life skills...

...to learn in a congested classroom setting. Even one in which there are a significantly reduced number of students in the room. This goes for both general education and special education students. I have also seen them flourish after being given extra one on one attention and time to learn concepts that he or she is struggling with. That is why I wanted to become a tutor in my spare time. I spend every day...

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...University majoring in Math/Computer and Information Sciences, so my specialties are in STEM subjects. However, I've also taken AP/College level courses in high school in history, english, psychology, philosophy and others, so I am confident that I can tutor in any subject at least up to a high school level. Another area I am proficient in is SAT/ACT test tutoring. My SAT test scores are 770 in English and 800 in Math, and while I...

...spreading resources to, empowering, and amplifying the stories of traditionally underserved communities. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania where I majored in Urban Studies. Since then, I've led marketing and content strategy at global brands such as HBO, Paramount, BET, and Nickelodeon. I've also written and published 40+ articles, launched a youth professional development, volunteered with T. Howard Foundation as well as City Tutors, and given back through nonprofit organizations. My ultimate mission is...

...and The Hunter College HS Admissions Exam (all sections). I remain intimately familiar with the New York State "Next Generation"(revised) ELA, reading, and mathematics exams. I have also successfully, and recently, taught NYS Regents' and Common Core mathematics (algebra) and history (both global and U. S.). Moreover, I am an experienced tutor and teacher for the New York State (NYS) standardized exams in ELA and mathematics for all grades, including test-taking strategies and time management....

To utilize my academic ability and personal desire to instruct/tutor students in a variety of subject areas, and to instill a sense of desire into students within the areas of subjects taught.

...tutor who can use both my personal experience and external teaching materials to make sure you get the best score you can. Additionally, I've been a writing tutor for two years at my college. I am trained and have experiencing editing academic papers, cover letters, shorter assignments, and creative writing. I am myself a writer, and you can count on my for support in all parts of the writing process, from brainstorming to outlining to...