Top Summer Tutors serving Long Island

Briana: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...math, science, social studies, and English/reading. My tutoring philosophy is based around the concept of being patient. It may take a student a while to understand a concept, but the moment when he or she does, it is extremely rewarding for the tutor, the parents, and the student. I like to instill confidence in my students as well as help them understand the academic lesson at hand. The best experience of my life was when...
Education & Certification
Emory University - Bachelor in Arts, History and French
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Social Work, Social Work

Monica: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...high school students in Columbia, South Carolina. I've also worked with students pursuing their GEDs, and taught Public Communications for several years at the University of South Carolina. My favorite thing about teaching is helping students gain confidence, whether in their writing, test-taking, speaking, or performance. When students are assured they are capable, when their confidence is nurtured, there is growth by leaps and bounds. I currently volunteer at my son's preschool, helping children learn...
Education & Certification
University of South Carolina-Columbia - Bachelors, Theatre
University of South Carolina-Columbia - Masters, Acting

Frank: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Having been inspired by a host of excellent teachers throughout my intellectual career, I'm anxious to transfer my passion for humanities to any and all students. I also love reading students' writing, as it can clue me in to their passions and make it easier for me to instill a love of learning. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, History, and Jewish Studies from Williams College, America's top liberal arts institution according...
Education & Certification
Williams College - Bachelors, English/History/Jewish Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Michael: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...college with several companies as well as privately, and boast 4 years of experience. I tutor a broad range of subjects including a variety of test prep. My students have benefited greatly from Standardized Test Prep in both the Critical Reading and Mathematics Sections of the SAT. I try to impart study habits to my students that are not only useful but I feel absolutely necessary for success. I feel that my strength lies in...
Education & Certification
St. John's University - Bachelor in Arts, Government and Politics

Cyrielle: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...traveled extensively, working with the French Ministry of Education to work with children and adult English Language Learners to develop their spoken and written English skills. I currently tutor middle school students at a local after-school enrichment program. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English Language Arts and History. I am a firm advocate for the transformative power of education and I try to impart this appreciation to...
Education & Certification
Tufts - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Columbia - Master in Public Health Administration, Urban Policy

Katerina: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
I am determined to help your student succeed! I have a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and experience tutoring in the areas of math, science, and test prep. I am qualified to tutor PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP, LSAT, and the GRE. I am extremely well-rounded and eager to help.... Every student should be treated on an individual basis because no two students learn exactly the same way.... I can ask the student questions to make sure...
Education & Certification
University of New Haven - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 32

Natalya: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...satisfaction. My attraction to the Spanish language comes from the cultural richness common to the people for whom it is their native tongue. Through my rigorous study of Spanish, I came to discover that the Spanish character shares much in common with my Russian character. A core tenet of my philosophy on teaching a foreign language is to first get the children to recognize what they share with a foreign people. Seeing what binds them...
Education & Certification
Hertzen Pedagogical University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Hertzen Pedagogical University - Master of Arts, Languages

Denise: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...obtaining my Teacher of Student with Disabilities Certification. I have been an educator for seventeen years and have enjoyed every minute of it. I firmly believe that every child can learn, sometimes we need to take a less traveled road to get to our destination. My experience in differentiated instruction and hands-on learning has allowed me to meet the diverse needs of all of my students. I enjoy bringing new ideas and concepts to my...
Education & Certification
Seton Hall University - Bachelor in Arts, Criminal Justice

Maria: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...of Education. My philosophy on teaching is quite simple: each student learns in their own way and it is the responsibility of a teacher/tutor to determine how a student learns, determine their needs and create lessons that the student will feel successful in completing while fostering their unique learning styles. When I am not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, learning new things, taking my dog for long walks and curling up on...
Education & Certification
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice - Bachelors, Criminal Justice
CUNY Hunter College - Masters, Deaf and Hard of Hearing/Childhood Education

Amanda: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...I tutored Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian to private students, plus I worked as a free-lance translator and interpreter and toured the world playing music. I am very passionate about tutoring foreign languages due to my international background (I am Brazilian, my mother is Chilean, and my father is Italian). I believe that with a proper personalized study plan, anyone can speak any language. I try to go beyond the book and show students the amazing...
Education & Certification
Eugene Lang The New School for Liberal Arts - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts (concentration in Literature and Musicology)

Laurie : Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...as I knew from a young age that I wanted to pursue a career in education. With many years of experience in and out of the classroom, I have seen firsthand how students learn differently and how important it is to meet each student where they are at. Most importantly, learning should be fun and I love to use music and art as tools to make any lesson more engaging. I am patient and understanding...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Social Work
CUNY City College - Masters, Special Education

Justin: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...tutoring center in Winter Park, FL. At this center, I tutored students ranging from elementary to undergraduate. Although my professional and academic specialty is chemistry, I have extensive experience tutoring in a broad range of subjects, particularly test preparation (ACT/SAT) and mathematics. My skill as a tutor and passion for teaching stems from my insatiable need to learn about various subjects. As a lifelong learner, I am constantly making new connections and gaining a deeper...
Education & Certification
Rollins College - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
CUNY Hunter College - PHD, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800

Kiran: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Data Science. I consider myself a test guru, with a 770 GMAT and perfect scores my first tries on the SAT and PSAT. I enjoy tutoring because I love working with students and seeing other people reach their goals. I don't believe in memorizing facts and figures, but rather helping students learn that they can develop their problem-solving skills to approach anything with a strong mindset. Besides spending time tutoring, I love to play squash...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Computer Science and Political Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Victoria: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...grammar, and punctuation. I have several years of 1-1 tutoring experience as an academic tutor at my university's Writing Center and as a substitute teacher in grades K-12. My favorite subject to tutor is the English Language Arts because I love being able to help students develop and practice strong and effective communication skills. My tutoring style involves holding an open discussion with my students, figuring out their individual needs, asking productive questions and letting...
Education & Certification
Seton Hall University - Bachelors, Secondary Education

Giavonna: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...tutoring instructor, and Kindergarten department head during my four years in Thailand. Outside of my normal duties of being a homeroom teacher or administrator at the private school I worked at, I also tutored English and basic Math to young students in their homes around Bangkok. I love tutoring because not only is it rewarding to help someone academically, it helps me as a teacher understand a range of student needs that may be overlooked...
Education & Certification
York University (Toronto) - Bachelors, Criminology
Wagner College - Masters, Childhood Education and Special Education

Kristen: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...grade. I currently teach first grade. I love teaching all subjects but teaching reading is my favorite. I love seeing students learn to truly enjoy reading and making it fun rather than a struggle. Through my variety of experiences, I have learned that through engaging and differentiated lessons, every student is able to make progress and most importantly- become inquisitive, lifelong earners. In my free time, I love to read, hike, play tennis, and spend...
Education & Certification
Loyola University Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Education

Katherine: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...strong background in literacy and languages specializing in French, English, writing, and the verbal and critical reading components of the SAT and GRE. I recently completed a Master’s degree in medieval art history and am returning to New York where I did my undergraduate degree to work part-time in museum education at a local institution. As a result of my museum education training, I am happy working with a variety of learning styles and using...
Education & Certification
Barnard College, Columbia University - Bachelor in Arts, History of Art
University of Cambridge - Masters, History of Art
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Cameron: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...of study to each of these fields and I bring this to my students. Patience comes from my naturally calm demeanor, and my strong desire to help my students understand the materials in front of them. It also comes from knowing that everyone learns at their own pace, and that everyone can learn any concept, if given the proper opportunity. Reliability reflects my ability to let my students know they can count on me to...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois - Bachelor of Science, Media Studies
Pace Law School - Juris Doctor, Law

Divya: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...medical technician for six years now, and have helped other EMT students practice for their national exams. I love constantly learning new things in both of these jobs, and hope my passion for learning is transferred to my students. As an older sibling, I've been tutoring my brother and sister on everything from schools to sports. I've officially worked as a tutor for three years through school, and have experience tutoring in a variety of...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 36

Daniel: Long Island Summer tutor
Certified Summer Tutor in Long Island, NY
...from pre-K through 12th grade, and a nationally touring stand up comedian. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about reading, writing and public speaking. I believe in making learning fun, and showing students how the subject is relevant to their life in a very practical way. I'm also a big believer in self learning; whenever possible I try to guide the students to the point where they can find...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 720
Private Summer Tutoring in Long Island, NY
Our interview process, stringent qualifications, and background screening ensure that only the best Summer tutors in Long Island, NY work with Varsity Tutors. To assure a successful experience, you're paired with one of these qualified tutors by an expert director - and we stand behind that match with our money-back guarantee.
Receive personally tailored Summer lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
Long Island Summer Tutoring FAQ
Summer break is a great time for students of all ages to kick back and relax, but it can also be a time when summer learning loss becomes possible. Summer learning loss is when kids lose academic skills over the summer. This is problematic, because on average, students spend six weeks of the fall re-learning material. Varsity Tutors could help you find a seasoned summer tutor in Long Island, NY, who could help your child attain success by creating a study plan that is concentrated on it.
As early as first grade, summer learning loss can be witnessed, so students of all ages can benefit from summer tutoring. We are happy to connect your son or daughter with a tutor who will assess their learning needs. If your child has reading challenges, study sessions will concentrate on concepts like synonyms, antonyms, phonics, and comprehension. If your student is uncomfortable with math, based on their current level of proficiency, structured math review and math play will take place during study sessions. All the time, the focus of your child's tutoring sessions will be in your hands, and exploring preferred topics is encouraged. We shall find you an individual summer tutor in Long Island, NY who makes your child want to learn more.
Despite your child's challenges and concerns, their tutor could help them pursue their academic goals. Upon meeting, their tutor will begin to assess your student's current level of proficiency and develop a lesson plan that will prevent any summer learning loss from occurring. Students often lose academic skills over the summer, and your tutor will review the necessary material to make certain your son or daughter doesn't experience this effect. Tutoring sessions may be conducted in person at the time and location of your choice, including meetings at the local library, the local park, or in your own home. Your child can also meet with their tutor online, through our face-to-face online learning platform.
Do you have a busy schedule, or will your son or daughter be involved in extracurricular activities over the summer? No problem! Your tutor will be very happy to accommodate your scheduling needs, such as only during the evenings or on the weekends. Over summer break, it's important for your child to retain the information that she or he has learned during the school year. You can easily connect to an experienced summer tutor in Long Island, by contacting one of our educational directors.
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