Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...of experience working one-on-one with fellow students to help them understand both computer science and linguistics course material. I tutor for computer science, linguistics, standardized tests like the PSAT and ACT, and some math levels too. When working with students, I really like to work one-on-one and help my students understand the concepts they are learning, rather than just helping them complete homework. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy playing trivia with friends, reading books...

...very much. I graduated Binghamton University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Creative Writing. I then went on to Queens College, where I spent many years building my math credentials, taking undergraduate and graduate level courses in calculus, problem solving, math for business, and history of mathematics, to name a few. I entered into Queens College's graduate teacher education program, where I completed student teaching. I have hundreds of fieldwork hours in...

...educational/developmental psychology, so I know what curriculums are out there and what educational approaches to take in tutoring sessions. A little about me- I am a graduate of Duke University, with a major in Psychology and minors in Art History and English. Currently, I am an MBA student studying Finance at NYU Stern. People say I am creative, empathetic, and kind. Relationships are very important to me, and I look forward to developing great relationships...

I'm a native New Yorker and recent graduate from Columbia University, where I studied Political Science and Business Management. I'm now working in management consulting. I have experience working 1-on-1 with students to help them achieve their full academic potential. I'm offering SAT (reading, writing and language, and math), SAT Math I and II, SAT Literature, and GRE test prep. Looking forward to working with you!

...career paths. After completing 18 months of a post-baccalaureate pre-health program at New York University, I am elated to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine. I completed my course requirements early and am now tutoring full-time, allowing me to devote my undivided attention to my students. I had the privilege of teaching multiple classes during my graduate career, and am excited to work one-on-one with students. I am eager to connect with them on a...

...my background is in English, I taught Science so I'm flexible on content I can teach. From teaching I learned that all students are different, and I'm interested in getting to know the individuals I work with. Everyone has their own strengths, and I believe tutoring is about building on those strengths. I'm happy to teach you some test-taking, reading, and problem-solving strategies so that you can show off your always-growing brain!... I believe in individualized...

I am a Senior at SUNY Stony Brook, majoring in mechanical engineering. In high school, I was a volunteer tutor teaching math and English. Since then, I've been immersed in physics and mathematics, gaining knowledge that I would love to share with you!

...my passion is helping students in high school, college, and graduate school with all things writing-related. Whether you need to craft the perfect college application essay, are preparing for the SATs, APs, or GREs, or would like support writing your doctoral dissertation, I'd love to design a custom course of study to help you build your skills and achieve your goals. I also offer tutoring for language acquisition in Spanish and in English. Based on...

I love to learn! My own enthusiasm and curiosity are some of my greatest teaching assets as I've found the feelings are contagious within my students. My experience working with diverse groups of students and learners, including special education students, makes me uniquely attuned to each students individual needs. I also believe that learning at its core is a fun and exciting process. I would love to bring all of my skills to you or...

...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 to pass those passions onto young minds and get...

...midsize marketing firm, I realized I am really most passionate about literature and reading. I left the marketing world to pursue academia and have been fully immersed in this world of learning and tutoring for over a year. Outside of Varsity Tutors, I also tutor an 11th grade boy several times a week in AP English and AP Biology. Personally, I also enjoy writing fiction, specifically short stories, and I play acoustic guitar.

Nearly my entire life has been devoted to education of some sort; whether it be as a learner, teacher or, in many cases both. Thus, I consider myself a lifelong learner, being cognizant of the fact that teaching and learning are two sides of the same coin. My lifelong endeavor is to continually learn and to teach others what I have learned.

I'm Vered (she/her), a 25-year-old writer and tutor! I've been teaching small classes since I was 16, and I love being able to help students become the best they can be. My specialty areas are in essay writing, reading comprehension, literature analysis, and grammar.

...a senior studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a focus in Cellular Biology at Penn State University. I will hopefully be attending grad school next year and I intend to continue onto medical school! Throughout school, I have always been able to find the tricks and the best way to study for standardized tests. Some of my scores include: ACT: 35 (99% percentile) SAT: 2140 (97% percentile) MCAT: 517 (96% percentile) I hope to pass...

...of my belief that every child, regardless of socioeconomic status, can excel at learning when given the opportunity to do so. I always seek to create opportunities for success in mathematics. My measures extend beyond the classroom as a mentor at Lifting Up Westchester. There, I teach and support at-risk students, encouraging them to aspire beyond secondary education. Any students of mine will tell you that they learn so much more than mathematics in my...

Education is something that can never be taken away. Creating an environment where students can utilize the knowledge learned to connect to their everyday lives is important to me.... Everyone learns in a unique way. Making sure that students have choices and understand what they are learning is my top priority.... Get to know the student and their expectations after tutoring. Knowing this would allow me to better cater to their needs.... By allowing the student...

I love working with my students and think that teaching is the most rewarding job there is! It is the best feeling when I see my student solving the math problems they couldn't before and more importantly, enjoying learning. I always give my 110% for my students for the improvement and confidence in themselves.

My passion for education has guided me through five fruitful years of tutoring.

My goal is to help every student to the best of my ability.

...(both in economics) from Rutgers University in 2014 and 2015, respectively. I would describe my tutoring and teaching style as Socratic; that is, asking and answering questions in order to stimulate critical thinking in my students and tutees. I aim to act as a guide for my students, pushing them to obtain answers rather than rely exclusively on others. In doing so, I hope to put my students' intellectual development in their own hands while...