Top SSAT Tutors serving Long Island
Ian: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...a way that they find valuable. After high school, I attended the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and began studying literature and education. I finished earning my bachelor's degree in middle and high school English education closer to home at The City College of New York. I began teaching immediately, and earned my Masters in Special Education at the same time. I have taken numerous professional courses on teaching English to students of all levels,...
Education & Certification
CUNY City College - Bachelors, English Education / English Literature / Secondary English Education (7-12th grade)
CUNY City College - Masters in Education, Special Education

Kelliann: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...I have yet to have one of my students fail this test! I am a very motivated, upbeat, effervescent person who is passionate about teaching. It is rewarding to help determined students become successful. As for tutoring, I can help your son or daughter improve their testing scores, help develop their writing skills (especially the dreaded research paper), and strengthen their reading and comprehension skills. Although I teach 11th grade, I am capable of tutoring...
Education & Certification
Montclair State University - Bachelor in Arts, English and Education
State Certified Teacher

La Toya: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...a middle school math teacher. One of my instructional approaches that has resonated with both parents and students is to integrate students' lives into classroom content. As a result, students tend to become more engaged in active inquiry in the classroom and take ownership of their learning environment. In addition, I support the notion that a teacher should celebrate students' successes and nurture their academic and personal growth. One of my successes is that all...
Education & Certification
New York University Leonard N. Stern School of Business - Bachelor of Science, Marketing, International Business, and Computer Applications
Teachers College at Columbia University - Master of Arts, Elementary Inclusive Education with Gifted Extension

Christopher: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...all ages as well as adults. I truly love teaching and always work with each student differently to provide the most individualized and effective tutoring. i also try to get to know their hobbies and interests and bring these into lessons whenever possible:we might study the latest baseball scores for a statistics lesson or view a French film for a particular grammar lesson. for example. I try to clip or tab stories on whatever I...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Columbia Business School - Master of Arts, Business Administration and Management

Caitlin: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...I have worked for the past few years with statistical and economic data and I am very comfortable with quantitative analysis. I am also a confident writer -- I write a weekly travel blog and I have been published in travel writing anthologies. I love editing writing and talking students through what can be improved in their writing. I am an excellent test taker as well. I had a near perfect score (2320 out of...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Andrew: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...my students and the success they achieve with help from me. As a tutor with years of experience, I understand that every student is different and thats why I tailor my lessons to fit the individuals particular learning style. Ive also taken an uncountable number of tests and exams myself, ranging from TOEFL to SAT to IB and I am proud to have helped my students fulfill their potentials and cease being afraid of these tests.
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelors, Political Science and Government

Amy: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
Hello, my name is Amy. I have been an educator for years. I am a Certified Teacher in Pre-K through Sixth Grade and Biology and General Science 7-12 with a Master's degree in Education. As a young girl, I aspired to be a teacher.
Education & Certification
CUMY - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Wagner College - Master of Science, Education
Matthew: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Rutgers University. I'm currently studying Biology and Mathematics. I have a great curiosity to learn new things and I hope to be able to inspire the same interests in people I tutor. I also work as a summer camp counselor where I tutor elementary and middle school school students math and reading lessons. I tutor mostly math because that is my favorite subject but I can also tutor sciences such as biology and chemistry.... Get to...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Microbiology and Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 720

Muktasid: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...year student at St. John's University working on my Doctorate in Pharmacy. I specialize in test prep such as SAT, ACT, SHSAT, etc. but am more than capable of teaching a variety of subjects. I have been tutoring students since middle school and have found that "practice makes perfect" is the most effective philosophy when it comes to learning. I love being able to help people, and the satisfaction of helping students excel in their...
Education & Certification
St. John's University - PHD, Pharmacy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35

Qumesha: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...at Hunter College School of Education. I have spent the last 3 years teaching grades 1-5 in the NYC Public school system. I have taught all academic subjects, Reading, writing, Math, Science and Social Studies. I have been trained to become an effective Educator through the NYC Teaching Fellow Program. I feel all children are capable of learning and succeeding. It is my job to meet them where they are and help to pull them...
Education & Certification
Mercy College - Bachelor of Science, Behavioral Sciences
CUNY Hunter College - Masters in Education, Early Childhood Special Education

Kellie: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...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 of all ages and I am looking forward to helping children become strong, independent thinkers! I have experience tutoring in...
Education & Certification
Mount Saint Mary College - Bachelors, Hispanic Studies
Hofstra University - Masters, Special Education

Nischal: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
Recent college graduate with a degree in Mathematics and minor in Physics from University at Buffalo. Worked as an open-room tutor for a year helping students with introductory Mathematics and Physics courses. Looking to build up on tutoring skills I gained at the university.
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Jeremy: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...it moving forward. I encourage my students to think, question, and dive deep. Through time management, a hunger for knowledge, and a plan of attack, anything is possible. I have extensive training as an actor, musician, and dancer and have performed on and off Broadway in numerous shows. I use the skills and knowledge I have honed as a performer to help shape the narrative of each lesson and present information in a fun, memorable,...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Musical Theatre

Micah: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...essays, and am truly passionate about helping students achieve their potential. I specialize in biology, math and English for success in school or the SAT and ACT exams. With each student I encourage them to consider the problem in new ways and to think outside of their comfort zone. I believe that doing so is imperative to the learning process, whether we are working on a difficult problem or trying to begin a college essay....
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Arlene: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Brook University. I have been working with students with special needs for 9 years. I primarily work with fine motor skills including handwriting and formation of letters. I collaborate with teachers and will work with them in the classroom and follow the common core standards. I also communicate with parents and will work on meeting the goals of the student. If you decide to work with me, I promise to be flexible, patient, and hardworking.
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Lauren: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...fan, I graduated with Chemistry and Chinese degrees before earning a Masters of Education from the Relay Graduate School in New York. After 7 years of tutoring and 3 years of teaching, I am excited to support students in science, math, language, and exam prep. A mild caffeine addict, I stay active through lacrosse and running, listen to podcasts while roaming the city, and love to discover new coffee shops and Thai restaurants.
Education & Certification
University of Oregon - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies
Relay Graduate School of Education - Master of Arts Teaching, Science Teacher Education

Carla: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...of Music. In addition to Spanish and English, I also speak Italian, French, and am learning German. Learning these languages as an adult, and the first two as a child, has given me a wide perspective of what it takes to learn a new tongue at different ages. I also enjoy a successful career on stage as a mezzo-soprano, performing opera, zarzuela, chamber and orchestral repertoire around the world. As a musician, I have learned...
Education & Certification
National Conservatory of Music (Mexico). National University of Mexico (UNAM) - Bachelors, Vocal Performance. Hispanic Language and Literature
Manhattan School of Music - PHD, Vocal Performance

Allegra: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...them, and I have the experience to help you do just that. As a high schooler, I aced the SAT and took 9 AP classes; as a student at the University of Chicago, I developed exemplary writing and critical reading skills; and as a tutor, I learned how to convey those skills to students of all ages, from many different backgrounds, in both one-on-one and group settings. Need to raise those scores? Having trouble telling...
Education & Certification
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Keeley: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...education and a master's degree in curriculum and instruction. I have experience tutoring in math for college level, but most of my experience comes from my teaching in the classroom. I love to help students to be successful and my goal is to make sure that all students are able to reach their goals. This is why I think that it is so important to get to know the students I am working with and...
Education & Certification
University of Maine at Farmington - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
Lesley University - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction

Gwynn: Long Island SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Long Island, NY
...and math, science, history, and other subjects at the high school level. Beyond just helping improve students standardized test scores, I strive to inspire students to be confident, lifelong learners by getting to know what drives them individually and connecting this to their broader professional plans. The most rewarding aspect of tutoring for me is seeing my tutees understand something for the first time, and as a future teacher, I look forward to facilitating these...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Private SSAT Tutoring in Long Island, NY
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Long Island SSAT Tutoring FAQ
You want the best education for your child, and that means finding the best school for them. Public and private schools offer many different opportunities, and through research, you've found that the best place for your child is in a private school. However, before they can begin their education at a new school, your child must pass the Secondary School Admissions Test, or SSAT. Your child may work hard and study on their own, but outside help will give them an extra push to succeed. Varsity Tutors' educational directors can help you connect with a professional SSAT tutor in Long Island, NY.
a tutor can likely help your child prepare in a variety of ways for the SSAT. Your child can take the SSAT as soon as third grade, and as late as their junior year of high school. There are three levels of the SSAT to test different age groups. The Elementary Level lasts for one hour and 50 minutes, while the Middle and Upper Levels last for three hours and five minutes. This can be a long time to sit through a test, but with four sections testing reading comprehension, verbal reasoning, and mathematics understanding, your child might feel pressured by the thought of not having enough time to find the right answer. Our educational directors can help you find a skilled, independent tutor near Long Island who can guide your child on the path toward SSAT understanding.
A professional SSAT tutor could help relieve that stress and build your child's confidence. The tutor can work on each section with your child, spending as much time as needed on sections where your child has questions. The tutor can also work with your child on test-taking strategies that could help them succeed, not just on the SSAT, but on other standardized tests in their future. Contact us to find your child an experienced SSAT tutor in Long Island, NY, who can provide a positive environment that may make it easy to learn and understand.
Best of all, the SSAT tutor is available on your schedule, both in person and online. Your child could learn in a comfortable, quiet environment with individual attention from the tutor, and you can set the schedule based on your child's needs. For help connecting with SSAT tutors in Long Island, contact one of our educational directors today. We base pairings on your child's academic and test-taking needs as well as their personality, so the tutor your child works with could help them focus, learn, and love the process.
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