Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Smithtown, NY

...years in graduate school at Duke University and The University of Kansas, then five years as a professor at Grinnell College, The University of Iowa, and Dickinson College. I have lived in Spain for two years during my undergraduate studies and in Argentina for one year with a Fulbright Fellowship. Thus I possess a keen awareness of the differences between Peninsular and Latin American Spanish, and the major differences in the regional dialects.

I believe an instructor is supposed to inspire a passion for learning. Through my teachings, I impart to students that learning is less about natural talent and more about hard work and dedication. My lessons are dialogues, I have a conversation with the student to pinpoint their exact academic needs, and make not only show help them where they're having trouble, but also give them the tools to do so on their own.

...Yale studyung Neuroscience and History of Science, Medicine, and Public Health. I am a graduate of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and a recipient of the IB Diploma. My academic background includes extensive experience in rigorous college level classes at the IB and Advanced Placement (AP) level. As a member of my school's math honor society, Mu Alpha Theta, I have volunteered my time at a local middle school to tutor students in different...

...was born and raised in Cuba. I have a bachelor's degree in Art History with a minor in Physics at the University of Havana. Later I became an award winning fiction writer and a school teacher. Upon arrival to the US, I attended the City College of San Francisco in California in the disciplines of Information Technology and Graphic Communication. As a language student, I understand what it takes to overcome the obstacles and obtain...

...Buffalo. I received my Masters degree in Urban Planning with a focus on Urban Design. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively (especially within Central America). In my experience, I was a teaching assistant at the University at Buffalo for an environmental design studio, I was also residential advisor (RA) and held various programs specifically arts and craft programs throughout the year. I am a firm believer in education and in the words of Dr. Martin...

...years of tutoring experience in the city. A native New Yorker, I graduated from Hunter College High School and went to Williams College, where I majored in biology and Spanish. Afterwards, I got a Master's in science journalism from NYU. I have published science articles in The Atlantic, Popular Science, Audubon Magazine, Vice, and more. My goal is to make learning as highly efficient and fun as possible. Good communication and variety are key to...

...of William and Mary 2014 with a B.A. in Linguistics and History. Currently I am a M.A./Ph.D student in Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. My current research deals with how language is used and how understanding can change in differing contexts, for example how people define what counts as a lie, and how our brains process emojis. At the University of Illinois, I've taught several linguistics courses, including the popular Linguistics 100...

...a very early age for me, even if I was not conscious of it at the moment. Due to the relationship between the United States and Puerto Rico, I was exposed to English as a second language since the beginning of my formal education. This is when it all began. As I grew up, I became aware of the incredible benefits of being bilingual. I could read, write, and speak in two languages. Fortunately it...

...has revolved around two distinctive yet overlapping fields of pursuit. I have worked consistently as an educator, particularly in language arts, writing, and literature. I work with students of all ages and skill levels, and I am especially interested and experienced working with students who have special needs. Along with teaching, I am also a freelance editor and consultant, primarily for people working in higher education. I collaborate with educators on their academic writing; most...

...elemental to me over the course of my entire life. The realisation eventually grasps one, however, that the knowledge and conceptions in one's head are of little importance unless they can be shared with others. Thus, if not for altruistic reasons, I find teaching to be extremely important to myself. Furthermore, however, I greatly enjoy easing people out of the difficulties that come with learning any challenging subject; I find that I am able to...

...SAT Math, SAT II Math level 1 and 2, and AMC 12. It goes without saying that in order to excel in these exams, the student must possess a solid foundation in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. But first and foremost, it is important that each student identifies the reason that he or she is studying for. Once that goal is vividly envisioned by the student, he or she will find enjoyment and satisfaction in...

...you never knew existed, and I would like to help those who are willing to take this challenge. I know what learning a new languages takes, and I believe I can connect and understand the students . I became interested in languages when I moved to US when I was 19 and I had to learn English. My native tongue is Spanish and currently I am learning French. Although one could feel overwhelmed at times...

Hi, my name is Jorge. I graduated in 2018 from Sacred Heart University, where I studied politics and writing. I am applying to law school now to begin next fall. My long term goal is to be appointed to serve on the federal judiciary. I also enjoy hiking, listening to podcasts and fantasy football.

...learning is a life-long pursuit as a 2nd language learner (Spanish) and having lived and taught ESL and English for the last 6 years in Chile and the U.S. A native U.S. teacher with a Master of Science in Teaching, I bring theory and bring it to life to help you learn ESL and English language. Passion for it seeps through me and I try to share that energy with my students - even if...

...school, I am studying to become a High School English teacher. I am a double major (English and Education) and a double minor (Spanish and Music). My main motivator for pursuing this specific career path is entirely due to my tutoring experiences thus far. I have worked with students of all ages and each time has been rewarding in a different manner. The most rewarding part of the tutoring and teaching experience, especially for English,...

I'm eager to help you in whatever way I can! I'm a graduate of Harvard (BA, Social Anthropology) and Columbia (MA, Human Rights) and have spent years tutoring students in a variety of subjects. I'm a firm believer that effective tutoring stems from developing a program that is tailored and highly customized to individual students. I look forward to working with you!

...College at Columbia University and Hamilton College and an experienced tutor. I received my degrees in Psychology and Education and I am comfortable with all types of learners, including students with executive functioning needs or learning needs. I have experience both on Zoom and tutoring in person. I am most experienced with students aged 5-18, especially middle school and early high school. I tutor a broad range of subjects and am happy to speak with...

...a professional and highly trained teacher. Education is something I am very passionate about, and teaching is one of the most fulfilling activities I have performed in my life. I have been told by former students that I am a good listener and an easy person to relate to. As a teacher, I look to understand a student's needs and create lessons and activities around those needs. I worked as a bilingual teacher for thirteen...

...in Cellular and Molecular Biology at the State University of New York at New Paltz in their B.S./D.O. seven-year dual degree program affiliated with the New York Institute of Technology - College of Osteopathic Medicine. I am going into my second year of the program at New Paltz, and I have had experience tutoring many of my fellow classmates in difficult subjects especially math and science. I’ve also taken many AP classes that have helped...

...name is Tori. I'm 20 years old and I'm a soon to be graduate student in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I love absorbing new information and passing it along once I do. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, and have been tutoring in all different subjects since my sophomore year of high school. I'm creative, energetic, and patient. No worries if you don't understand something the first few times! We all have different ways...