Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving White Plains, NY

I graduated from Oberlin College in 2008 with a double degree in math and politics, and then I moved to China. I spent more than four years in China working as a teacher for Chinese and international students. I've taught all different ages and types of students, in subjects ranging from ESL to math to SAT. I love teaching.

...English Language and Literature, and exam preparation (SAT, ACT, AP and GRE). My favorite topics to tutor in are Biology and Environmental Science, since I love sharing my interest in the science and using it to help students better understand and enjoy these exciting fields. My teaching philosophy is best summarized as "show not tell" -- I find that guiding students such that they can arrive at the answers themselves, rather than just explaining the...

...at Columbia University in the City of New York with a prospective major in economics-political science. I am a native New Yorker, having attended the Brearley School for grades 9-12. Having experienced the college process firsthand, I am passionate about tutoring students in test prep and college essay writing, as I know how important success in these areas is. I have loved learning all my life, and I try my hardest to impart a similar...

...with students to develop effective study methods that work best for the ways in which they learn. The key is to not only learn information, but to retain it. I also enjoy working with young students who may need help with reading, writing, science, and pre-algebra. My tutoring sessions will give students the practice and understanding needed to excel in their coursework. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy playing tennis, cooking, catching up on new TV...

...them literacy. After I graduated from UF I became a part of Teach for America. With that opportunity I again taught summer school and then a middle school in Brooklyn for three years. In my first two years I received my graduate degree--a Master's in teaching. I have taught Reading, Writing, Math, and science. I love to read stories and teach kids to read along. Children's literature is important to help students see themselves in...

...a person who has gotten through the exact same process, to assist those that are having a tough time. As a tutor, my personal mission is the easing of stress to ensure the optimal performance of my clients through the strategies and skills I have obtained through my long career as a student. I graduated with a degree in English with a minor in Political Science from the University at Buffalo with Honors distinctions. During...

I am currently a 5th grade teacher for the NYC Department of Education. I believe that EVERY student can succeed. All it takes is a little maneuvering and skill from a dedicated teacher and dedication from a student.

...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 mess of problems. Similarly, I take great joy in walking students through the mental process of clarifying their ideas and assumptions that is necessary for the development of effective persuasive writing. I am open-minded and eager for adventure. I've spent 3 of the past 4...

...just not cutting it they want to actually understand the material. Of course sometimes shortcuts are useful but they are not useful beyond a certain point. You are paying for an exclusive service, so I want to make sure there is enough time for you, as a student, to fulfill goals that are reasonable. Routinely measuring and tracking progress in some controlled sense is essential to goal-based curriculum, such as standardized test preparation.

...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, and have most recently been professionally involved in developing my ability to work with gifted and talented / honors students. At the school where I teach I helped run the debate team for 3 years, and am currently...

...currently pursuing my graduate degree at Columbia University. I have over five years of tutoring experience and have tutored a broad range of subjects including ACT, SAT, SSAT, as well as calculus, physics, and chemistry (AP and non-AP). I enjoy working with students to set up personalized study plans and find problem-solving techniques that can help students achieve their target scores. In my spare time I enjoy skiing, and writing short stories.

...my school, I have had the opportunity to teach 1st-7th graders in after-school enrichment and test prep in Science, Literacy, Math, and Art. Teaching 1st grade is extremely rewarding! Although my favorite subject to teach is Math, it is truly special to watch a first grader make huge advances in reading throughout the school year! Life can get very busy, but I make sure to find the time to read every day! I also love...

...am passionate about helping people succeed in school! I have experience tutoring since high school. In college, I helped teach at a school in Philadelphia. Moreover, I love to travel and teaching is a great was to make that sustainable! I have taught English at a refugee center in Southern Thailand, and I taught English to Buddhist nuns and Thai children at a monastery in Northern Thailand! I recently graduated college with a BA in...

...skill and a disposition that they will take with them for the rest of their lives. I spent a year with AmeriCorps tutoring at a middle school in all core subjects as well as ESL courses, and I have also worked at a number of alternative education programs where I served as both an assistant and lead teacher. My greatest skill is writing and I would be happy to help students learn how to clearly...

...and/or stay ahead. I enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities. I make your challenges mine, and we work together to design an individualized learning technique. I strive to make learning fun, and we set realistic goals. I am qualified to teach middle and high school math, chemistry, and English writing and literature. I can also help with preparation and test-taking strategies for the ISEE, SAT, and ACT. I can be your guide...

...Economics and a 2014 graduate of Phillips Academy. As a product of great tutoring myself, I focus on being patient, flexible, and kind with all of my students. Outside of my academics, I'm a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and am heavily involved in student theatre, usually directing 2 productions each year. Dogs of any and every breed, iced coffee, and spending time in NYC are a few of my favorite things!... In and...

...waitressing to investigating credit card fraud. Mostly, I've written and have been fortunate to earn money from my writing. Throughout 30 years I've written: journalism pieces, essays, business proposals, speeches, public relations materials as well as short stories, poems, lyrics, and fiction. I bring a wealth of real-world experience to the classroom, emphasizing the origin of creation, using many sources of knowledge. Everyone has a story to tell from rapper or spray paint artist to...

I graduated from New York University with a bachelor of science degree in Global Public Health & Biology. I have been working as a tutor with Varsity tutors for the last 8 years and have worked with a wide variety of students. I absolutely love to teach and share my knowledge with others. When I am not teaching or doing scientific research, I love to read, dance, try new foods and play tennis!

I am an educator who loves what I do. I love talking to students, and helping them realize that their education is the one thing no one can take away from them. I enjoy reading, writing, and outdoor activities with my own four children, and I love to cook and bake with them. I am currently finishing up my second Masters - in Educational Leadership, with a passion for policy.... My teaching philosophy is that each...

...have a passion for empowering students to be the best they can be in school, with the understanding that all students excel in certain subjects over others. With that in mind, I intend to help each succeed with the utmost professionalism and patience. Given my corporate background, I'm also resourceful for career guidance and advice, and gladly willing to answer questions regarding college and onward! In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, playing basketball,...