Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving White Plains, NY

...information but also helps in building free-flowing and independent learning skills in the student. In my eight years or so of tutoring, I have seen that even a tutor can grow with the student in the process. This is because relaying information is, of course, a two way street and in that process the student learns the information that he/she wants to and the tutor finds out how best to incorporate information into the tutoring...

I am a tutor for most Math subject areas, including Algebra 1/2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, SAT Math, and AB Calculus. I am a graduate of Columbia University. I strive to make sure my clients reach their potential and achieve their highest grade possible.

I am a junior at Allegheny College who is majoring in Economics and triple-minoring in Mathematics, Psychology, and Dance and Movement Studies. Growing up, I was always one of the students who helped my classmates when they didn't understand certain problems.

...a medical journalist 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...

...whatever difficulty faces them. My years of experience have left me with a deep conviction that empathy is a key characteristic in an effective tutor. I never forget that as a tutor, I enter a student's life at an especially fraught time. My student's and I work together to figure out what tools they need to succeed. Whether for standardized tests or academic subjects, I look forward to helping you or someone you care about...

...New Pond Farm in Redding, Connecticut. I helped teenaged actors struggle through difficult passages of iambic pentameter in Twelfth Night and Macbeth. The goal was not only to understand but ultimately even enjoy yes, enjoy Shakespeares dense and often bewildering sonnets, comedies, and tragedies. My hobbies including playing ukulele and chess. I am pursuing a career as a playwright, and have shown original work in New York at The Public Theater, Playwrights Horizons, SoHo Rep,...

...from Emerson College with a BFA in acting and was part of the honors program, in which I wrote two large research papers and several shorter papers. I have always been commended for my writing and my grasp of literature. I have lots of experience working with kids, both as a babysitter and as an arts teacher. I am well-read and am excellent with spelling, grammar, writing, and literary comprehension and analysis. I love learning...

...Im here to fan your fire of curiosity whether it be algebra, writing, or learning a new language. My first year teaching kids sailing and guitar, I learned that no two people learn the same way. Since then (8 years ago) Ive adapted my teaching style to cater to each individual students needs. Having trouble memorizing historical facts? Lets write a catchy song to make it easier. Not sure why you got a B on...

...for many courses, supporting students in their writing and essay needs, as well as comprehension. As a tutor, my personal philosophy is that every student has the intellect and the ability to do high quality work, my job is to help identify and understand the road blocks. With patience and clarity and an adaptive educating style, each student can be helped through these challenges, and shown the tools for their personal success going forward.

...and write competently, but also to gain a love of reading that will last a lifetime. I try to challenge myself every day to do one thing that pushes me out of my comfort zone, whether it be going for a long run or bike ride to a new part of the city, speaking up in class with a question, or embracing a public speaking opportunity. I have found that when I take a small...

...in the next five to 10 years. But in the meantime, I would like to get a firm footing by tutoring struggling students. I love to teach, often helping my nephew with his math homework and occasionally Spanish and some science. I am crazy about the English language and languages in general, having studied Spanish in high school and Japanese and Italian in college. And math has always been a passion of mine. I want...

...clue as to a specific concept and have had them walk away feeling confident about it, no longer fearing the subject when it has been brought up. While I specialize in math, I can be of great help to anybody needing help with history, literature, language arts, sociology, theatre, and film. When not imparting knowledge, I am busy outside, walking and playing with our dog, reading, writing, attending theatre, film, and most of all, playing...

...we look at the question being asked and the way we understand the test itself is just as crucial to success, especially in standardized testing. Therefore, no matter what subject I tutor, it is my goal not just to help the student memorize information and facts, but to lead them towards understanding the underlying goals and structure of the test or assignment itself. To this end, in my lessons I often incorporate cutting-edge mindfulness-awareness and...

I am a teacher of 4 years and am incredibly passionate about what I do. I have worked in all grades from Pre-K to 5th and have focused on students with special needs. I use many different strategies to teach in order to find one that suits your child.

...of teaching and tutoring experience covering a wide range of subjects, including various standardized tests, math, writing, and literature. During the years I spent living in Shanghai, China, I helped hundreds of Chinese and international students achieve their dreams of studying abroad by preparing them for the SAT and SSAT exams. I also served as an English language teacher in a large Chinese university and in the country's leading private language institute. Since moving back...

...Libyan Revolution. During a semester abroad in Paris, I tutored elementary school children as an English language assistant. While at Wesleyan, I also worked as an ESL instructor, tutoring a Moroccan immigrant and helping him to gain citizenship and employment. Education has given me the opportunity to find what I am passionate about, and I hope to help others gain that same opportunity through tutoring. I tutor in English, French, and standardized tests, and especially...

Columbia Business School Graduate class of 2016; Fun instruction with proven result

...semester of college, graduating a semester early to pursue a career in Public Relations as well as Relationship Management. I am currently living in Tribeca, but I am previously from New Jersey. In NJ, I attended Watchung Hills Regional High School and tutored for 3 years starting my sophomore year. I tutored younger students and classmates in main math courses and writing and reading comprehension. My main focus for tutoring is to establish a productive...

...English and Math. However, I have tutored many other subjects like Science, Spanish, Geography, History, and many others. My favorite subject to tutor are English and Science. I believe that the English language and what it entails is beautiful. Learning new words and using them amuses me. In the other hand, I also like tutoring science because it's part of us and I do believe it's important to understand. I believe my role as a...

...a BA in History with a Spanish Minor. I've loved learning my whole life and always been a voracious reader. I have 10+ years of experience as a babysitter and nanny, so I'm extremely comfortable with kids, and I love to have conversations with teenagers. I scored a 5 on all six of my AP tests in high school, and I'm comfortable with a wide variety of subjects, which my liberal arts education has prepared...