Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving New York City, NY

...must understand each other as equals working toward a shared objective. I am here to help people become better readers, writers, and test-takers because those are my particular areas of expertise, but a good tutoring relationship must be free of condescension. I believe students should enjoy the work, increase their comfort with the work via low-stakes assignments, and take breaks. I hope to help students find a way to be engaged with the subject at...

...a tutor with LearnToBe (a non-profit organization dedicated to students in underserved communities) for two years. I usually tutor mathematics but I have tutored english as well as science. Math is my favorite subject as I love how there is a logical process to every problem. Once it clicks, math is so fun to do and I want to help everyone understand that. My teaching philosophy is to positively assure my students. They work so...

...in Math at New York University. I have found that my theatre background has helped me connect with a wide variety of students. For the past year, I have been tutoring math, building on my experience of teaching students since high school. My students tell me that they enjoy my approach and see real success in their understanding of concepts. Don't throw away your shot and join me this summer for tutoring!

...progress have you made in your goals? What skills are you struggling with? Are you feeling frustrated? Intimidated? What road blocks should we be aware of and working to overcome?) 2. Make a Plan (What is the objective for today? Where do we need to go, and what steps are we going to take to get there?) 3. Get to Work! (this is the majority of the session, and will include frequent comprehension checks) 4....

...UWC until my graduation in May 2020, upon which I returned home and continued working with the youth at Huntington Learning Centers in Morristown,NJ; in October of 2020, I was recognized as Teacher of the Month. While I am interested in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English (reading and writing) and History. With certifications and training in Standardized Test Prep, I've loved working with students towards their goals and experiencing...

...intensive subject and, therefore, the subject through which middle- and high-school students learned critical reading and writing skills. As I stress to me students, it is also the subject that encourages student to develop their own opinions. I want to help youth to learn and utilize the skills of evidence-based academic argument and critical thinking. My goal is to develop the student skill set and, by extension, the student confidence to meet the requirements in...

...in social psychology. Prior to that, I received my bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in biology from the City College of New York. I have played several roles on research projects related to psychology and to clinical oncology. Additionally, I have served as a teaching assistant for an introductory psychology course. Although my expertise lies within psychology, I am knowledgable about the social sciences, reading comprehension, writing for academic purposes, and history.

...fun-loving, creative writer with a background in teaching high school english literature and critical thinking. I've worked for years in copywriting and editing. I love to take a part text and discuss concepts from sentence structure and vocabulary to building a thesis for an analytic essay. I love working with students of all ages and will customize my lessons to the needs of my student. I approach all of my lessons with energy, passion and...

...can navigate the increasingly sophisticated world around them. This belief informs my teaching style; I act as a guide for students rather than someone dispensing information. Nothing is more enjoyable than the look on a student's face when he or she has just realized that he or she can solve a problem without anyone's help. When I'm not tutoring, I love walking through New York for design inspiration and taking carpentry, metalworking, and illustration classes.

...as it is a mystery to many students but one of the largest gateways to success. Helping students with their math is also a challenging but rewarding task. With the right student-tutor relationship, I believe anything can be accomplished. My approach to teaching is that of confident comprehension of subjects, rather than reaching an answer. The student who understands why his or her incorrect answers are wrong will, in the long term, consistently arrive at the...

My name is Alioune Gaye, I recently just finished my first year of Medical School at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Since I have been a student I have always enjoyed tutoring and want to continue to have the opportunity to teach and help people learn. I look forward to working with you all! and if you want an funny, exciting, but also very productive tutoring experience make sure to find me!

...love writing so much I have even written a novel! I love helping my students gain a deep understanding of the works they read and communicate their ideas effectively and eloquently in writing. My background in ESL has also given me a meticulous understanding of English grammar. As you might guess, my favorite hobby besides reading and writing is traveling. I have lived in four different countries and traveled to eighteen! To me, reading and...

...financial markets have captivated my attention. It is this innate fascination that has fueled my relentless pursuit of knowledge in the field. As I delved deeper into my studies, acquiring a BSc in Economics, an MSc in Finance, and an MA in Economics Theory and Policy, my understanding of these subjects expanded extensively and my desire to apply this knowledge in a practical setting grew stronger. One of the key experiences that has shaped me...

...double major in Chemistry and English Literature. In the two years post college, I taught in two different school districts through AmeriCorps, the domestic Peace Corps. Last year,I taught K-5 grade in small group settings and managed a homework club. This year, I advise high school students on the college admissions process. I enjoy working with students and helping them achieve their personal best! I look forward to tutoring students this year and assisting them...

...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 and...

...where she led her students to achieve significant academic growth. Wanting to gain a deeper knowledge about the issues surrounding education and levers for improvement, Mary attended the Harvard Graduate School of Education and earned her Ed.M. in Education Policy and Management in Spring 2015. Mary currently lives in New York City and works as a consultant for an education non-profit. She tutors most K-12 subjects, but she especially passionate about teaching reading and writing...

...for a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Previously, I spent a few months working at Mathnasium as a tutor when I was a high school senior, and I also currently have a work-study job as a tutor at a nearby middle school. I usually tutor middle school and high school math ranging from Algebra 1 to Calculus. I believe that math and learning should be an important aspect for everyone in life, and I'm happy...

...applied mathematics major at CUNY queens college. While having a strong foundation in algebra, I have managed to bring extreme value to the table during algebra regents preparation. I have tutored for about 3 years now and my understanding and capabilities allow me to break down difficult concepts in order to further understand algebra. My goal is to allow students to develop useful skills that will prepare for the reagents examination and prepare to solve...

...sophomore at Washington University in St. Louis studying business. I am majoring in Economics and Strategy and Organization and Strategic Management with a minor in Psychology. I have tutored students in all grade levels. Most recently, I have volunteered at the Biome School in St. Louis tutoring elementary school students. My subject strong suits are ACT and SAT test prep and math. In my free time, I like to ski, play board games and watch...

...tremendous academic progress! Developing and monitoring individual learning plans for students was a major component as a tutor. Implanting personalized student goals, then adapting to student progression was a valuable skill. I visualize myself using these same skills when assisting young students at Varsity Tutors.. My ability to oversee the development of programming at Citizen Schools, as a Teaching Fellow, was a reason my students achieved a year to year significant increase in math understanding....