Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving Suffolk County, NY

...classroom as well. I went to work for Laguardia Community College after school, in their Office For Students with Disabilities, where I conducted one-on -one sessions in Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, English Literature, and Essay Writing. I continued at Laguardia afterwards, becoming a classroom teacher in the Adult Basic Education program. There I prepared students in all high school subjects for the GED exam, so that they could successfully matriculate to the City University...

Every student is different so every lesson must be geared towards each individual. All people can learn, they learn differently and my job is to make sure I can find out what helps each and every student I work with. Learning shouldn't be boring, I enjoy bringing life out of every subject so everyone can enjoy learning. ... Every student has amazing qualities, and it is my job to find them and bring them out to...

Everyone is capable of learning. I am here to help move the roadblocks out of you way to help you achieve your goal. I have been tutoring kids and teenagers for over ten years and have treasured all of my time assisting the future leaders of our world.

...with two 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...

...Test-taking skills. I have been tutoring younger students since I was in the tenth grade. Since then I have tutored a variety of ages and subjects, for a total of about seven years. I definitely have a complete understanding of every single subject I tutor. I will start by learning about you and evaluating your individual learning style. From there I will create a personalized, structured lesson plan, and we will work together to meet...

...levels. Though I have played a number of roles as an educator, I take a special pleasure in prepping students for the SAT. It is a fundamentally understandable test with a limited number of patterns and question types that can be mastered with practice. The formulaic nature of the test gives me the privilege and joy of being able to reveal a manageable and orderly structure to students who had previously seen only a confusing...

...I have been affiliated with the America Reads Program. This work-study program has trained me in effective tutoring strategies that I have used to assist struggling readers at Sea Cliff Elementary and Deasy Elementary School. Working with children is a passion of mine that I wish to eventually turn into a full time career. I have been described as creative, enthusiastic, animated, engaging, and very friendly. My approach requires me to not only develop a...

...currently a law student and am on the road to appreciating a new kind of study: that of various legal doctrines, statutory interpretation and methods of argumentation. In my spare time, I enjoy running, hiking and traveling. I love being outdoors in natural settings and am happiest when I get the chance to explore something new. I am also a dancer focusing primarily on South Asian dance styles like Bharatnatyam, Bhangra, Garba/Raas and Lavani.... Since I'm...

...a great education can change a child's life, and I plan on making a career of helping make sure that all students in the United States are given a fair shake. I'm a big reader of North American and Latin American literature (Faulkner, Ellison, and Garcia Marquez are some of my favorites) and also love hip-hop that reaches a high literary/artistic level. I'm experienced in helping students with anything from AP US Government to the...

...I was a tutor for the academic resource center in subjects such as math, writing, business, and dance. In addition, I have been a dance teacher for the past 10+ years for both private and group classes. I have experience teaching all ages and am able to adapt my tutoring style dependent on the student and subject. My outlines and lesson plans for a student are based upon the subject, student's personality, student's learning style,...

...favorite subject to tutor is SAT, because it's so satisfying to see students who didn't think they could do well suddenly excel once they learn just a handful of strategies. The SAT has the same tricks every time, just in a different form. I try to get students to think like the test maker so they can anticipate these tricks. What concept are they trying to test you on with this question? What's important about...

Hello! My name is Kate. I'm a 31-year-old teacher with over eight years of teaching experience. I lived abroad for six years and taught ESL in Thailand, Taiwan, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Vietnam. I worked at New York Language Center for six months, teaching adult ESL learners. I currently work as a private English tutor for children and adults. Thank you for your consideration!

...a positive experience where no book in the world can replace. I have worked with over 50 students who have seen their scores and grades improve after working with me, with some jumping 20 points in their raw score. Both logic theory and fundamentals are reviewed thoroughly before we apply them directly. Together, we will achieve higher scores! Further, I've wanted to always teach, so tutoring test prep is my way of being able to...

...resident. I'm a voracious reader and am passionate about both learning and teaching in a wide range of topics. During my own educational career, I personally benefitted from one-on-one tutoring, which I credit with developing good study habits and pushing me to excel. I am excited to be revisiting tutoring from the other side now! I endeavor to make each subject interesting and approach each session with a patient and upbeat attitude. After graduating from...

...Tang! I was born in Malaysia and grew up in Texas; I enjoy playing sports, video games, and music. I currently have degrees in Writing, Literature, and PUblishing as well as Higher Education and Student Affairs. Education is a huge passion in my life and I want to encourage the pursuit of it as much as I can! If you need help with grammar, vocabulary, or even with the art of writing an essay or...

...is dedicated to teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). While I have many years business experience, I was downsized in early 2009 when the US economy crashed. I reinvented myself as an ESL instructor and have never looked back. Travel is my passion in life and I have always enjoyed meeting people from different cultures. I am friendly, flexible and professional. I believe in enjoying life every day and I love seeing students become...

...of ten. I have also mentored undergraduate college students and help international students from China with improving their English. As a linguist, I understand the challenges of mastering one's first and second languages, which is why I specialize in German and English. Reaching educational goals is something I highly value in myself as well as others. I find tutoring to be a fulfilling and rewarding experience for both parties involved, and I take great pride...

...different shapes. Now I speak perfectly. That learning experience taught me both discipline and inventiveness: you have to work hard, but there's no right or wrong way to do anything. I am a playwright, educator, and graduate of Bard College. I work part time as a literary assistant at off-Broadway theater Playwrights Horizons, where I read play submissions and write thoughtful response letters. For three years, I worked as Enrichment Director at a Shakespeare education...

I am a student at Barnard College graduating in May 2021 with a major in political science and a minor in psychology. I love working with kids and helping them reach their full potential! I tutor in history, reading, writing (incl. college apps!) and government.

...the right answer is not necessarily the most important thing. It is more important to learn how to solve a problem. When I encounter a problem that seems impossible, instead of simply giving up, I go back to my basics. Instead of focusing on what I do not know, I look at what information is given to me. I also look at the problem from a different angle to see if it is another way...