Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Westchester, NY

...for the last five years. Throughout this time I have worked with students who have had a range of skill levels, but I have had significant experience with struggling readers and writers. I have worked in a one on one setting with students both in the classroom and as a private tutor. I have a simple philosophy that every student is capable of success given the right tools and a little time and attention. Additionally,...

...administrative support as a curriculum designer and physical plant strategist. I was born and attended primary school in Kingston, Jamaica, migrated to the USA and completed prep school at Phillips (Andover) Academy in Massachusetts. My post-secondary education includes an A.B. degree in Economics from Princeton University, a Juris Doctor from Fordham Universitys School of Law in New York City, and a Certificate of Legal Education from Norman Manley Law School. Currently, I'm earning a Masters...

...in New York City. My entire professional experience has been centered on education and pedagogy. I began my tutoring journey amidst the pandemic, seeking to assist students who struggled with virtual education. Since then I have dedicated myself to assisting those who traditional learning environments are inadequate spaces for education. Each person learns differently and I have proven methodologies to adapt my teaching style to uniquely cater to each and every student.

As a student who has struggled with many subjects herself, I understand what its like to struggle academically and what it takes to overcome those struggles. The greatest way I was able to overcome my struggles was by having a great teacher. Hence it became my personal mission to help other students the way I received help by imparting all the knowledge I obtained from my teachers on to other students.

...the United Arab Emirates and France in order to pursue my foreign language goals. While I am able to tutor a breadth of subjects, my favorite to teach is writing because it enables students to be creative as well as hone skills in articulation and argument. I always look forward to meeting new students and hope to encourage them in all of their academic and non academic endeavors because I firmly believe both are important....

...lives. I spent a year with AmeriCorps tutoring at a middle school in all core subjects as well as ESL courses, and I have also worked at a number of alternative education programs where I served as both an assistant and lead teacher. My greatest skill is writing and I would be happy to help students learn how to clearly and concisely organize a paper. I'm able to tutor in Algebra, Geometry, SAT, and AP...

...for middle schoolers. Primarily, my expertise is in standardized-test-tutoring, but I am available for other subjects as well. I'm a history buff, so that's always fun for me to tutor. I understand that everybody may not have quite the same passion for these subjects as I do, so I make sure to keep tutoring sessions from being a bore. Outside of academia, I enjoy playing Spikeball, downhill skiing, and spending time outdoors.

...serve as a tutor for underclassmen. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics and English as I feel that these two subjects are the gateway for advancement in our ever-changing world. I also have a love for foreign language as I have studied German for 9 years and Spanish for 5. I truly believe that education is necessary for improvement in regards to quality of life. In my...

...in include the Entrepreneurial Exchange Group (an entrepreneurship club in the NYU Stern business school) and the Innovention Society (an entrepreneurship club in the NYU Tandon engineering school). I love to play basketball and work out at my local gym. I'm currently working on a clothing brand, a tv show with a film student, and am learning how to program in React.js in my spare time. I have experience tutoring students that spans about 4+...

...have worked with students of all grade levels in various settings. This includes different sized groups from one-on-one to larger classes as well as virtually and in person. I love science, biology and chemistry especially, but math is a close second. My approach to learning is holistic, and I look beyond the grade to making sure that a strong understanding of the subject is achieved. Outside of school, I love listening to music, playing video...

...teaching philosophy. I believe in meeting each student where they are and guiding them forward with patience and insight. Over the years, I have worked with students of various ages and skill levels from middle school readers to college history majors and have developed a versatile approach that brings out the best in each learner. My experience in both one-on-one tutoring and classroom settings has reinforced my commitment to student-centered education, where understanding and inspiration...

...ages. I'm quite passionate about volunteering, which has allowed me the opportunity to help children from preschoolers to high schoolers as a volunteer tutor. I have tutored elementary and middle schoolers in Math and English as well as my peers in Stuyvesant High School in Biology and Calculus. I may not be able to help children medically until I become a doctor, but until then I want to be able to help in any way...

...believe in the student empowered by critical thinking skills being a more capable person generally and a stronger member of society. I tutor in history at all levels and in every major field, as well as social studies and writing. My tutoring philosophy is to impart in students the capacity to analyze a subject critically and enable them to develop and support theses in relation to the subject. I accomplish this by providing the student...

...to make a difference through the service of others. I have a passion for understanding the world around me through personal research and informing others on my findings. I am a skilled communicator and know how to engage different personalities. I am highly adaptable and able to make adjustments to accommodate the needs of different individuals. Knowing this reassures me that I can help any student reach his or her full potential.

...and having a sense of humor are very important traits of a tutor. A teacher will teach you the theories, concepts, etc on a subject. A tutor will help you understand the theories, concepts, lessons more deeply and answer any questions you have. A tutor is more 1-on-1. Biology always fascinated me as a student which led me to becoming a dentist. Having studied Dentistry during my dental school in India and now again in...

...the school year, helping students who struggle with college level writing. Most of the students I tutor tend to be international students so I have a good amount of experience working with students who speak English as a second language. Obviously I tutor writing, but I also love working with literature because I love stories and I love how different people experience those stories in different ways, which I feel also reflect my "teaching philosophy"....

Newly graduated from university I am eager to help others and follow my passion of teaching. I have over 8 years of tutoring experience, tutoring all subjects from math to english to biology! Graduating with two engineering degrees (mechanical engineering and engineering science) I have taken difficult technical classes and understand what it takes to succeed. I work hard to make sure students understand the material and are able to achieve their academic goals.

Tutor with four years' experience specializing in writing help. I studied history and literature in college and am passionate about the written word.

...Classical Civilization. I studied Latin in Columbia University's Classics Post Baccalaureate program. I am currently at Columbia University as a first year MA student in Classics with a focus in Latin Literature. I have been taking Latin classes for 11 years, and I have tutored for 5 years (2 years in high school, 3 years in college). I love Latin and getting to know new people, and so I love tutoring Latin!

...Yale University and am an active musician, teacher, and writer. My professional experience includes: private tuition, tutoring, schoolteaching, and university lectures. I believe teaching can be both creative and effective, which I achieve by applying personally tailored lessons, varied approaches, and professional methods. My teaching aims to meet the individual needs of each student through carefully structured lessons that establish strong foundations and encourages a dialogue of mutual engagement and continued understanding.... Listen, absorb, and be...