Top Special Education Tutors serving Long Island
Malka: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...me many opportunities outside the academic, amongst them was the opportunity to teach in the school's Theatre Outreach program; there I was able to teach Shakespeare to local high school students. We discussed the text both as literature and performance; this opened up the language, made it accessible, and fun! I will be tutoring in Literature and writing amongst other similar subjects. I love literature because it can open up new worlds. Within the pages...
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelor in Arts, Theatre and English Lit
Amanda: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...educator available for most subjects! I enjoy working with students at all levels. I am a vibrant young tutor with many pursuits. My background is in the marketing, the arts, and social sciences and I hold a BA from Santa Clara University and a Master of Music degree from Boston University. When I'm not tutoring I am writing, editing, singing and helping others achieve their goals. My favorite subjects to tutor are writing, reading, English...
Education & Certification
Santa Clara University - Bachelor in Arts, Music
Boston University - Masters, Music
Alice: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...a school for students with language-based learning disabilities. Before that, I worked both as a substitute teacher throughout New York City and at a nonprofit supporting students who were reading below grade level. While I'm passionate about supporting all learners, working with struggling readers and writers has always been my main focus. I believe all students, no matter their age or background, should have the reading skills they need to both succeed in school and...
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Bard College - Master of Arts Teaching, Middle School Teaching
Grace: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...participated in graduate level classes at the medical school, participated in on-campus research, and completed my studies after just 3 years. I've always had a love for biology but that is not my only area of specialty. Math studies from elementary levels through calculus are one of my strong points as well. I believe that with my tutoring, as well as my organizational tools and study aides, anyone can be a successful student.... A typical first...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology conc. Cell and Molecular, with Genetics
Jamison: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...to musically educate as many people as I can. I strongly believe music and frankly all mediums of art are woven into the fabric of who we are as human beings, and a valuable resource for us in achieving a truly enlightened society. Despite this, music and art are all too frequently the first curricula cast aside by public schools and even in general. This has always struck me as incredibly short sighted given that...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, Music History, Literature, and Theory
CUNY Hunter College - Master of Arts, Music Teacher Education
SAT Math: 700
Danielle: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
Future Teacher. I want to make learning fun!
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education
Karan: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...test preparation for the SAT, PSAT, SHSAT, NYS ELA Regents, NYSESLAT exams, and more. I specialize in increasing the literacy skills of all learners through vocabulary building, step-by-step approaches and inquiry. I use direct teaching, video, audio, PowerPoints, and even props to demonstrate concepts. I am excellent at helping students to organize their ideas for essays and to deliver clear arguments to defend any position. If you are looking to create and edit an essay...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelors, English
Fordham University - Masters, TESOL Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Jessica: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite subject, you may have guessed, is history, but I also have a long personal history learning foreign languages, and I feel that this contributes to my skill in teaching English reading comprehension. When I'm not teaching students or sitting in a library, I'm walking my...
Education & Certification
New College of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, History
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, South Asian Studies
GRE Verbal: 166
Andres: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
As an ISS teacher at Forest Hills HS, I develop enrichment curriculum and implement lesson plans which focuses on the accountability of the student. While I design and facilitate activities, I also maintain constant communication the my students to ensure the learning goal is completed. I research logistics and committed to holding my students to high standards while partnering with parents to promote sustainable progress and influence.
Education & Certification
CUNY Queens College - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Masters in Education, Education
Laura: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
It is better to have tried and maybe fail than to never try and certainly fail! I hope to help anyone reach their highest potential!
Education & Certification
CUNY Queens College - Masters in Education, Special Education
Nicole: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...York City and was assigned as a 5th Grade Special Education teacher at P.S. 325 in Harlem in 2011. I was rated an effective teacher both years. It was at P.S. 325 where I learned to use various technologies such as PowerPoint, iPad apps, an interactive SmartBoard and enthusiasm to connect with my students while teaching Math. At one point, TFA asked me to give a seminar to other Corps Members that taught them how...
Education & Certification
University of Denver - Bachelors, International Studies/German
Johns Hopkins University - Masters, International Economics
Donna: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
My goal is to support student learning according to their individual needs and to help them to feel successful in a supportive way. Learning must be presented in a positive way.
Education & Certification
SUNY College at Cortland - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
The College of New Rochelle - Master of Science, Education of the Learning Disabled
Kellie: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a LOVE of learning!" -Brad Henry I have been teaching for 9 years at the elementary level. Every year of my teaching career has been rewarding to see students leave the classroom ready to tackle the next grade with confidence. I graduated from Mount Saint Mary College with a B.S. in Education and completed my masters degree in Special Education from Hofstra University. I relate well to children...
Education & Certification
Mount Saint Mary College - Bachelors, Hispanic Studies
Hofstra University - Masters, Special Education
Michael: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...and watching basketball (Go Bulls!), enjoying funny television shows (Louie is my favorite), and playing music (guitar & piano). I consider myself blessed to have a creative mind and spirit; I always endeavor to bring this creativity into anything I do. I am a big proponent of thinking outside the box. In tutoring, my motto is "teach a student to fish and they possess improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Catherine: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...I ever had, but I soon realized how rewarding it is to work with young people and help them acquire skills they can use throughout their lifetime. Teaching swimming lessons grew into helping my neighbors' kids with homework, and upon graduation from high school I entered Long Island University as a Childhood Education major with a minor in psychology. Since then, I have enjoyed my career as an educator, working with students both privately and...
Education & Certification
Long Island University-C W Post Campus - Bachelors, Childhood Education
Domnika: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...of proficiency. In terms of Math, I can tutor anyone struggling with basic elementary or middle school math, as well as algebra, trigonometry, algebra 2, pre calculus, and calculus. I consider myself to be an expert in Standardized Testing, and would love to work with anyone that needs help studying or preparing for the SAT/ACT. I am confident in 99% of high school subjects, so if you are looking for help with ANY subject, please...
Education & Certification
Colby College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Galen: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...a passionate educator with two years of experience as an assistant teacher, small group instructor, and tutor in public schools. I love working one-on-one with students, meeting them wherever they are, and pushing them beyond where they thought they could go. I have a strong growth mindset and I believe in hard work, but I also have a good sense of humor and I know that the best learning happens when the learning is fun!
Education & Certification
Williams College - Bachelors, Art History
GRE Verbal: 168
Katherine: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Fulbright Scholar that taught English classes for students ranging from fourth grade to college level. I have a vast experience in reading and critical thinking practices. Moreover, I currently teach phonics and have worked at Lindamood Bell Learning processes as a clinician with a focus on phonics and comprehension. Reading has helped me become the person I am today and I hope to help spread the love for it to all my students.
Education & Certification
Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Michelle: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
Hello, my name is Michelle! I am a graduate student at Long Island University studying Speech-Language pathology. I have always been passionate about working with students and I am excited to be able to help make subjects clearer and easier.... All students have different ways of learning, so I hope to present material in various ways until one way makes perfect sense.... In a typical first session, I would assess which subjects the student struggles with,...
Education & Certification
SUNY College at Buffalo - Bachelors, Speech Language Pathology
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Current Grad Student, Speech Language Pathology
Mary: Long Island Special Education tutor
Certified Special Education Tutor in Long Island, NY
...have taught general education students as well. I run the Academic Intervention Services program for both ELA and Math in my school. I have worked with students as young as preschool-age all the way up to eighth grade. Currently, I am a sixth grade teacher at a charter school. My favorite subjects to teach are ELA and Writing. Poetry is my favorite form of writing. I can't wait to meet you in the classroom!
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelor of Education, Social Sciences
Grand Canyon University - Masters in Education, Special Education
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