Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving Suffolk County, NY

...a graduate cum laude of Clark University, with a CELTA certification in teaching English from Cambridge University. I was born and raised in Queens, attended Hunter College High School in Manhattan, and now live in Brooklyn, so I know the city very well. I have years of experience teaching and tutoring a wide range of subjects and students. My expertise lies in two main areas. Firstly, I teach ESL to adults and teenagers. I have...

...passion is to provide children from myriad backgrounds with an educational experience that will embolden a love for learning, exploration, and self-awareness. Currently, as a second grade teacher at a private school in Manhattan, I encourage my students to feel confident in their abilities to look closely, think critically, ask questions, and have conversations, with the goal of becoming successful learners across all areas. I began tutoring elementary-age students in college and have continued to...

...the Door. I have a passion for studying people and cultures and have found great success teaching my students to both understand and appreciate the power of a good narrative both in history and literature. People often think of history as a series of facts or see a reading assignment as an exercise in memorizing plot points. Through an understanding of narrative my students and I build reading comprehension and writing skills that translate into...

...June 2004 from Columbia High School, in May 2008 from Rutgers College with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, in May 2009 with a Master's Degree in Education and have dual certification in elementary education (K-5) and middle school mathematics (6-8). I returned to school at Kean University to get my Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification which I completed in 2013. Working with students with special needs means working with learners with widely varying abilities....

...ISEE, SSAT and GMAT. I believe, and I help students understand, that these tests are a means to an end. It is wonderful to know that I've played a role in helping students achieve their goals. Having spent many years mentoring teenagers, through extensive volunteer work, and raising three of my own, I understand the stresses and difficulties of this time in a student's and parent's life. Former tutoring clients tell me that I have...

...science, and special education over 8 years and have an extensive knowledge of theater and magic. I approach teaching from a non "math brain" approach to make sure all of my students can understand the material. I had testing anxiety as a student and have used my past to help my approach with my students. In addition to being a teacher and tutor, I am a father so I also understand the parental side of...

...with individual attention. One of my great pleasures is helping students reach moments of epiphany when the light dawns and perplexity gives way to clarity. Throughout our sessions, I focus on making you think for yourself and develop flexible mastery. Working together, I guide you to the correct solution to difficult test questions, using a Socratic method, leading you step by step in the right direction and without giving you the answers. Tutoring for many...

...English (verbal, written and phonics), literature, essay writing, SAT and ACT English and math, history, science, filmmaking (award winning filmmaker), acting (union actor--SAG, AEA), 2D animation, drawing, painting, and Adobe Creative Suite. My favorite subject to teach is English--phonics, verbal, reading, and literature. My teaching style is hands-on. I just don't stand or sit there and lecture. Lectures are boring. As my resume and other documents state, I have 30 years experience as a union...

I have the ability to connect with my students and help them not only gain clarity in the subject but also achieve a higher level of self-confidence. My goal is in making the fundamentals clear and thorough understanding of the subject by making teaching and learning an enjoyable experience.

...I'm here both as a professional writer and educator. No matter what issues you may be having within the realm of Language Arts in English, I'd love to be able to assist! I have incredible patience, along with the mindset that we all have plenty of room for improvement, and that learning is a continuous and lifelong process. I also believe that learning should be fun. I hold a Multicultural Literature Degree with dual honors...

...With experience working at the United Nations, leading sales for an international pharmaceuticals company, and teaching students of a wide range of ages in Korea, I excel at connecting with people on a level that they understand. As an educator, I seek to bring real-world value to whatever I am teaching, helping students to understand how the topic at hand connects to their everyday lives. I always strive to be engaging and make my lessons as...

...tutor. As a tutor, not only do I want the best for students, but I want to serve as a role model as well. My subjects include English, Reading, Chemistry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra II, Geometry, and Middle School Math and I. My test prep includes the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE), Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT), High School Placement Test (HSPT), SAT Mathematics, and Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT). Aside from tutoring, I love playing...

...Entrepreneurship. Since graduating I have spent extensive time in the Finance industry and entrepreneurial pursuits in the booming Tech industry. I have traveled extensively, to countries in Asia and Africa soaking up new cultures in any way I can. I have quite a bit of tutoring experience at the Middle School and High School levels as part of AVID teaching programs and was previously a Teaching Assistant at the graduate studies level. While I tutor...

I received my degree in psychology from Hofstra University in 2018, and I've worked as a tutor since June 2019 with students of all ages. I'm passionate about teaching the SAT and math in general; tutoring math has been one of the most rewarding experiences I've had. I'm looking forward to working with you to achieve your goals!

...obtained a 2200. My biggest takeaway was the way I learn and retain information. I believe what makes me unique as a teacher is that I take the time to understand the needs of my students, work with them to come with a learning strategy that works for them, and create a measurable objective to work towards. The most daunting goal can be obtained with the right planning and cooperation. By showing the students that...

...style as fun and interactive. I believe that learning in any subject can be enjoyable, even though it may be challenging. I like to use manipulatives for a hands-on approach to learning in mathematics and materials for reading and writing that children have an interest in. Outside of teaching, I love to spend time outside with my family any chance I get. I enjoy going to museums, aquariums, amusement parks, and any place that allows...

...tests) since I was a junior in high school. I love tutoring these subjects because I know that new concepts in such areas can be intimidating and difficult to grasp, and finding new ways for my students to understand them is like solving a puzzle to me. Putting myself in my students shoes has always been my motto and, I believe, is the best way to help them academically. Outside of academics I love to...

...subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!" moments) and appreciation of whatever they choose to study! In the future, I seek to pursue clinical and...

I taught at Columbia University and Georgetown University before. I like teaching and can teach almost all levels of Mathematics and Statistics. Thanks!

I'm currently a rising sophomore at Vassar College, who is interested in tutoring SAT, History, English, and Algebra. Languages that I can speak are English, German, and Chinese. Hoping to engage with a range of students, and to do my best to help them with their work!