Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving White Plains, NY

...Northwestern University, where I studied sociology, theatre, and legal studies. As a high achiever throughout high school and college, I've always viewed education as one of our most valuable resources and am passionate about expanding the educational prospects of others. I have worked as a TA and recently spent a summer creating content for educational programs for disadvantaged populations. My priority as a tutor is truly meeting every student where they are and breaking things...

...without feeling forced to wolf down loads of useless information. Shaniquoa attributes her Jedi teacher/tutor skills to both real and fictional masters of education like her favorite teachers: Mr. Always Question Why, Mrs. Don't Ever Give Up, Miss. The Only Foolish Question Is One Not Asked, Bill Nye, Ms. Frizzle, and LeVar Burton (The Reading Rainbow). In her free time, she enjoys experiencing the eats, sights, and sounds of her hometown. (When no one is...

A battle-tested veteran of the New York private school circuit, I graduated college in 2013 and now teach German in DC. I lived in German-speaking Europe for many years, and I majored its language, culture and history. I fully understand the many competing demands on a modern student's schedule. My tutees and I therefore tailor-make lesson plans based on their personal strengths and areas for improvement in order to fully capitalize on our time together.

...May 2015. I am currently a student at both Hunter College and City College, preparing to go to medical school. I have extensive tutoring experience, mostly with high school students. I am outgoing, nice, funny, and can explain concepts in an easy way. I am apt in tutoring in Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and SAT. I believe that there is more to life than just studying and receiving good grades. Studying can become a burden...

...my job to help you master the material and boost your confidence. Aside from tutoring, I love to read and cook; I am also an endurance athlete -- I hung up my basketball shoes once I realized there was no hope for me in the WNBA, and instead focused my energy on training and competing in marathons and yes, even the occasional ultramarathon! I love the mental and physical challenge, and know firsthand that this...

...education teacher with the NYCD0E and I have been teaching for eleven years working with children from second through fifth grades. I graduated from St. John's University with a masters in special and general education and have another masters from Queens College in literacy for grades 5 - 9. I have also been an adjunct literacy and special education instructor at Manhattanville College, Bronx Community College and Queens College. My specialty is reading and writing...

...have been tutoring youth aged 10 18 for over a decade, with experiences spanning New York, Memphis, Santa Fe and Baltimore. I received my BA in Urban Studies from New York University in 2009 and obtained my Master's of Science in Public Health Nutrition from Johns Hopkins University in 2013. I am also a Registered & Licensed Nutritionist currently based in Memphis, TN. My joy in tutoring comes from helping children and young adults evolve...

Columbia university graduate and doctoral student in mathematics education. I have three years teaching experience and six year tutoring experience. Below are the courses that I have taught: University: Finite Mathematics, Mathematics for life, Algebra, fundamental of Mathematics. Community College: Introduction to Statistics, Algebra and trigonometry, Algebra, Pre-Algebra. Test Prep: GED, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, Math Regents NYC High school: Algebra, Trigonometry and geometry. Middle school: Algebra

...University with a degree in creative writing. I'm currently a filmmaker based in Brooklyn, NY. Since graduating I've worked extensively with an organization called the Creative Mind Group, a non-profit that pairs college-aged students with prestigious internships at film festivals around the globe. I've worked with students internationally in Berlin, the Cannes Film Festival, and the Sundance Film Festival in Utah. I've had a rich and interesting tutoring experience, having taught jazz piano, chess, video...

...and challenging, but not daunting. Im the type of teacher that will not give up on a student and will continue to be creative and find and use current research to get the help he/she needs. Students seem to like me and look forward to our sessions because they know I generally care about them as people and want all their goals to come true( not just their academic ones). In my free time,...

...a second year student at NJIT studying mechanical engineering with a minor in philosophy. My best subjects are physics, mathematics, and writing. I have experience tutoring high school students, and I have also worked with younger students in the past. My tutoring philosophy has all to do with discipline and encouragement. this way, a student can develop stellar study habits, while also being engaged with the material. I also believe that students needs breaks after...

...full time, I completed two student teaching placements, one in middle school grade 7 and one in high school teaching Algebra 2. Leading up to my time in education I worked at a local YMCA for over five years, starting as a Camp Counselor and working my way up to Assistant Camp Director. I am comfortable tutoring elementary subject and middle school subjects, particularly math. I also tutor Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Probability....

...Columbia University in NYC where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Statistics. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively throughout Europe while teaching English to young children in Sevilla, Spain. While I tutor a broad range of subjects from standardized tests such as the SAT, PSAT, and ACT to foreign languages, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Grammar, and Spanish. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary...

Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning.

...often struggled in school, so I understand the challenges that lead to many student's frustrations. However, I have overcome my initial challenges, and now love the learning process. My favorite subjects to teach are math and science. I feel comfortable teaching to any age or ability level. As a Biomedical Engineer working in R&D, and a recent graduate of the University of Rochester, I have been exposed to all types of teaching strategies, and am...

...University, where I received my Bachelors of Business Administration in Management. I am also currently enrolled in a coding bootcamp. I think coding is an incredibly challenging as well as rewarding occupation. As a lifelong learner, I love to help others understand a topic they are struggling with. I feel that the tutor gains as much as the student from the experience. As a tutor, I believe that students will enjoy learning if they understand...

Hello! I have over 8 years of teaching experience in humanities, communication and writing programs, as well as tutoring experience at 4 different universities. You will find that I take a personal 'user-centered' approach to support your learning goals, and I will help you prepare to have success in school.

I enjoy empowering students by making learning fun and believe that everyone has an "inner genius" that just takes the right technique to unlock. I bring a patient and friendly approach to teaching, specializing in the sciences, technology and math, and believe in teaching students to "learn for themselves".

...from my background in history (BA from Brown University) and creative writing (MFA from The City College of New York). I remember the fright and joy I felt the first time I worked with students. It was in a shabby classroom in India, at a volunteer organization called the Lha Institute. The students were teenage Tibetan refugees and one monk from Thailand who was in town to learn English. The class spoke a mixture of...

...University and one of the best middle school math teachers in New York State. My experience and beliefs make me an excellent tutor. I teach fifth grade math at a charter school. Last year, my students' math state test scores were the sixth highest in New York State. My belief that every student can succeed and my relentless pursuit of that goal enables our success. Every day, I analyze student work to diagnose strengths and...