Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving Greenburgh, NY

I am a certified NYS General Education Teacher for grades 1-6 with five years experience. I also have certification in ESL Instruction for Pre-K-12 grade.... I believe that learner-oriented teaching promotes learning that is both purposeful and enduring. As a teacher, it is my responsibility to know who my learners are, what kinds of knowledge and experience they have, and what they want to achieve so that I can tailor a curriculum that fits their needs...

...amorphous district, that caters to students who have struggled in a traditional academic setting. During this time I have come to believe that every student is unique and requires differentiated learning styles and/or resources that will help him or her succeed. I am fortunate enough that I teach science specifically. I teach Biology (Living Environment),...

...but that doesn't mean I'm easy. To the credit of my students, I've witnessed much improvement in their study skills and reading comprehension. I firmly believe hard work and education will make a person the best he or she can be. I work as hard as I can to get my students to a place...

I grew up in Long Island, NY where I played Football and Baseball for most of my childhood. I then went to Fordham University where I earned my Bachelors Degree in Engineering Physics. While I was a student, I helped run a coffee house, which put on concerts several times a month. After graduation in 2011, I was hired by Photonics Industries International as a Laser Engineer. I still work there today, but now as a...

...career as a freelance writer and actor. Upon my move to New York City six months ago, I have continued on my path of being a writer and have secured on-camera opportunities, which have led me to more opportunities as an on-camera host and interviewer, of which I would like to delve more into to...

...New Jersey prisons; after graduation, I hope to work toward becoming a high school mathematics teacher. This summer, I am interning part-time at IntegrateNYC4me, a nonprofit that seeks to integrate New York schools. I believe that quality educational opportunities should be accessible to all, and I hope to dedicate my career toward realizing this vision!...

...have worked with students of all ages (5-55), and in many subjects, including test prep. For fun, I love playing and watching all kinds of sports: football, baseball, basketball, softball, hockey, golf, frisbee golf, ultimate frisbee, soccer, skateboarding, snowboarding, etc. I also have played drumset for over ten years and music is a major passion...

...The first theory is multiple intelligence by Howard Gardner. The theory states that intelligence differentiates it into specific "modalities", rather than seeing intelligence as dominated by a single general ability. Gardner articulated seven criteria for a behavior to be considered an intelligence. He stated that each learner possesses a unique blend of all the intelligences....

...love with all things nature during an ecology trip and decided I was going pursue a career in environmental sciences. During my senior year of high school I decided to take AP Physics, and earned enough credit allowing me to skip the requirement once I started my college studies. AP Physics became the catalyst for...

...public school systems, and have worked with kids of all ages. Before joining Varsity Tutors, I began tutoring middle and high-school level Math, French and English to students throughout the city, and while I am comfortable tutoring in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about these three. I believe organization and proper...

...of psychology, language, and communication to help others to find their voice. I am passionate about learning and communication, and the role that psychology and language play in the learning process. Since high school, I have tutored elementary through college-level students in a variety of subjects (primarily liberal arts.) Everyone has a unique learning style....

...with students at all levels. I enjoy sharing my passion for learning with students and I hope to inspire students to feel confident and capable in their abilities. I am qualified to tutor a wide variety of subjects but I most enjoy tutoring Statistics and Writing. I take the time to get to know every...

...degree in Elementary Education. I had two full time student teaching experiences as well as many other experiences working in classrooms. I have experience tutoring in elementary school reading as well as at the college level for students taking biology. All of these experiences have taught me effective, valuable tutoring strategies. I have a passion...

...once the understanding is there, and that is one of the things I strive to help the students see. In order to fully grasp the material present in the "Calculus, the Differential Equations, etc.", students first need to understand the "Algebra, and the Trigonometry", and for that, students need to fully understand the concepts taught...

...This year, I took on a new challenge, the 5th grade, and I couldn't be happier. It has been a nice change in pace. Change, although might be scary at first, is always a great way to grow. While I can tutor a broad range of subjects (excluding Math), I am most passionate about English,...

...In both instances, I taught Literature and Creative Writing. I've also taught research methods and interned in the Folger Shakespeare Library's Education Department. As a tutor, I've helped students with grammar, vocabulary, writing, critical reading, and literary analysis. Although I'm comfortable tutoring on a number of subjects, I particularly enjoy teaching English, writing, and critical...

...have tutored children in 5th grade math, 8th grade Math, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Physics, and AP Physics. In my free time, I enjoy watching and playing all types of sports, riding my bike, play video games, and hanging out with friends. I also volunteer for the Thersea Foundation - a foundation for children with special...

...experience in subjects ranging from Calculus, English, Economics, Test Prep, and Writing. I also have classroom experience as a substitute teacher at St. Ann's School in Brooklyn, and experience teaching children from ages 4 to 18 as a coach for a recreational swim team. My favorite subjects to teach are writing, poetry and other English...

...currently maintains an A in the class. I have tutored some of my friends in College Algebra and Statistics. Math has always been one of my passions in school and one I will enjoy teaching and tutoring. Ever since I was a sophomore in high school, I knew that I wanted to become a high...

...this passion with students who are in need of any help whatsoever. I am especially excited to tutor students in French. I can recognize more than anyone that learning a second language doesn't always come naturally. I can understand that struggle on a personal level, but with hard work and practice, I truly believe that...