Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Westchester, NY

...in New York City public schools. I have a Master of Arts in English from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. and a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs and French Language and Literature from George Washington University. I spent a year directly enrolled in the French Literature department at the Universit de Strasbourg in Strasbourg, France. Prior to returning to teaching, I worked in a variety of non-profit support functions, such as administration, operations, accounting,...

...from a third-world country, I am immensely grateful for the opportunity to be able to learn and teach students about the beauty of academics; I am passionate, detail-oriented and driven. Why do I like helping others?: Going through difficult times at a young age has allowed me to become very self-aware; through understanding myself am I really able to understand my world. I am able to recognize when someone needs help, especially a student, because...

...graduate of the Economics Department at Boston University. I have five years of experience tutoring student-athletes on a variety of subjects in college and high-school courses. I tutor a variety of subjects: mathematics, economics, and history. However, my favorite subjects to tutor are introductory economics courses, Spanish and French language. These courses allow for real-life examples and applications. I love to get to know my students and use the reverse classroom method to help students...

I'm a professional, knowledgeable, tutor for many years. My college education provided me with solid knowledge in Biology, Psychology, and other subjects. Currently, I'm a speech-language pathology student in grad school. I enjoy working with my students and find that they connect well to my warm, engaging, and energetic personality. I find tremendous pleasure in seeing my students succeed and score high,

...parents decided to send me along to first grade and trust that any 'growing pains' would resolve themselves. Twelve years later, I graduated in the top 1% of my class after being selected for the Honors/AP track at my school, received four academic merit based full-tuition scholarships to top ranked universities, scored in the 99th percentile on various standardized exams, was one of only thirteen young women invited to join the Illinois' Allstate Academic Team,...

...learning. I am very excited to bring that experience back to here! I am currently studying for my Masters in Public Administration at Columbia University, so I get to be a part of the learning process again as well not just the teacher! I am especially passionate about reading, writing, and history, and I because I believe those subjects lay a critical foundation for all students no matter what they decide to study in college...

...seeing students push themselves and develop an appreciation for subject areas or even the mental exercise of test-taking thanks to tutoring. I also believe that tutoring a subject area is the greatest way to maintain and develop understanding of its material for both the student and the tutor. I was an active tutor in high school in mathematics and history and as I take more classes in college, I look forward to tutoring students in...

...a junior at SUNY University at Albany majoring in educational psychology. I have been tutoring for over 4 years and 2 years with Varsity Tutors. I tutor almost all subjects from maths, English, science, and history in grades K-11. I love to tutor because it gives me the experience I need to be a teacher and for every student, I want them to excel and understand what they struggle in and come out on top!

...PhD student at Stony Brook University in economics. I have Master degrees in economics and analytics from Georgia Tech and a BS in economics from Georgia Tech. Before coming to Stony Brook, I worked 2 years at the Department of Agriculture where I consistently used statistical and programming techniques for statistical and economic analysis. I love history, math, economics, and reading. In my free time I do stand-up. I'm looking forward to working with you!

...I graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in science. I've always loved learning new things, but when I was younger, I sometimes found school tricky and needed extra help. I used to be shy about having a tutor, but I soon learned how awesome it was to have someone there to help me understand things better and boost my confidence. Now, I love being that person for others! I've tutored in subjects like...

...students in SAT/ACT prep, AP test prep, writing and reading comprehension, and math. As a tutor, I make it my priority to focus on each specific problem while also making sure that the student understands the broader concepts as a whole. In high school I tutored my sports teammates as well as younger students who needed assistance editing and workshopping essays. I am currently enrolled as an applied accounting and finance major at the Fordham...

...both in the U.S and in Ukraine to students of all ages. I first began tutoring English and writing in college, and love helping students improve. I understand that every student is a different learner, and to some, English or writing may seem impossible as there are many "intangibles" behind writing the perfect essay. However, I try to break down these "intangibles" into digestible concepts based on my previous experience in education and writing.

...age group positively responds to a different style of teaching, motivation, and communication; being adaptable and open to these changes is my forte. My teaching style often revolves around developing self-motivation, planning schedules, and understanding students' short-term and long-term goals. Because I recently graduated, I understand the stress students have managing their busy schedules, extracurricular activities, and studying for standardized exams, all while maintaining a solid GPA. Being flexible, compassionate, and patient is very important...

Teaching and learning are two sides of the same coin. Students have to know that you care before they care what you know.

...math see that these subjects are neither abstract, nor useless. Science and math are, in fact, all around us and in everything we do and experience, from the simple physics of a subway ride or baseball game, to being able to use math to make predictions about weather or finances. I can show students how humans are part of the natural world and linked to every other living creature. Likewise, history needn't be regarded as...

...College of New Jersey. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and my teaching certification from William Paterson University. I have been teaching for 26 years, and tutoring children in English and Math for 20 years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Math and helping children learn to read. In my experience helping struggling students read gives them the confidence and power of knowledge in...

...an M.D. candidate at Columbia University. I have over 10 years of teaching and tutoring experience, and I'm excited to work with you to address your specific needs! I was born in Denver, CO, and grew up in a small ski town called Steamboat Springs. I graduated as the valedictorian of my high school class and moved to New York to study philosophy at Columbia University. After college, I spend two years teaching English in...

I recently obtained my master's degree in American Studies and Education. These degrees have helped me to think critically about history and current events. I am excited to help students connect their classroom information with the world that they live in now. I love helping students learn how to express themselves through writing and speech, and I am most passionate about guiding students to engage with their classes in ways that make them successful.

...and have experience working with children of all age groups, and various subjects. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Science, Mathematics, and Writing Skills. I truly believe that each child has a different way of learning, and through experience, I have learned multiple methods to teach children and allow them to reach their best potential. Education is a vital role in life, and I believe that allowing children...

...and Literature. In my experience, helping students learn Spanish and prepare for standardized tests is the most rewarding part of teaching and tutoring. I'm a native Spanish speaker and love teaching the language and culture that I grew up with to others. Similarly, there is no feeling more satisfying than seeing a student I'm working with experience an "aha moment" as what they're learning starts to click and their confidence consequently grows. In my opinion,...