Award-Winning TOEFL Tutors serving White Plains, NY

...and Russian, which I now speak fluently), took subjects in the humanities and the sciences, became a Pilates instructor, and also played drums and wrote music professionally! As a result, I can truly get in the mindset of a student who is learning something - NO question is out-of-bounds or silly - it all comes from a place where the mind is trying to incorporate new information. There is nothing worse than an expert "teacher"...

...preparation for all three sections of the SAT; study skills and organization; public speaking; and, of course, Religious Studies (my college major). I have a particular passion for helping middle school and high school students improve their writing and reading comprehension skills; opening students' eyes to the power and importance of the written word, I believe, is a pursuit with a lifetime of rewards. In my spare time, I enjoy reading fiction and discussing current...

...can personally connect to. Most importantly, if I can impart one thing to my students, it is self-confidence. Performing poorly in one subject can have a deleterious affect on other aspects of academic life and I firmly believe that confidence is half the battle. I love seeing a student's face when they realize they understand a subject and that they can truly succeed. Outside of tutoring, I am a live music junky who loves to...

...made many technical presentations about "leading edge" software, and so became skilled at explaining complex concepts. My work in QA reinforced my obsession with quality and gave me a good eye for seeing and diagnosing errors, which applies to student errors and misunderstandings. I have tutored on and off since my college days, in math, science and ESL. I approach tutoring with a positive attitude, a good ear for listening, patience, respect, and humor. I...

I studied Sociology and Education Studies at Yale University, and I try to learn something every day! I hope to help you unlock the fun and rewarding parts of learning something new!

...the same time, I also understand that there are many different factors that motivate a child in his studies. I think it's important not just to drill facts into students, but to help them appreciate how their studies will have a real effect on their lives. I hope to make the learning process not just a chore that is forced upon them, but a perceivable benefit that a student will understand is an important part...

...undergraduate, particularly enjoying my work with ESL students and students with disabilities. I am especially passionate about foreign languages, the humanities, and social sciences. I received four consecutive gold medals on the National Latin Exam when I was in high school, so I am eager to help students who are struggling with the subject. I also specialize in the areas of English-language writing, grammar, and reading comprehension. I have wanted to be a teacher from...

I am a 2016 alumna of Cornell University, graduating summa cum laude in Anthropology with a minor in Global Health. I also participated in the pre-med curriculum, taking courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Math. During my senior year, I tutored students from the Department of Athletics and the Office of Academic and Diversity Initiatives in Calculus I. I am passionate about helping others gain the skills, confidence, and understanding to achieve academic success. ... In...

I have been teaching ELLs (English Language Learners) for six years; the last three were spent living in Vietnam, where I taught grammar and conversation to Kindergartners to adults, and privately tutored high school students hoping to go to college in the U.S. I believe that words have power, and we have a responsibility to use them to communicate clearly and effectively, whether we are speaking across cultures or writing a report. ... My teaching philosophy...

...comfortable with students of all ages and know how to make education fun. I am a passionate skier, diver, cook, and amateur scarf knitter. I am confident and have a hands on, collaborative working style and am flexible to the needs of the student I am tutoring. I am happy to assist in a variety of subjects, and am particularly interested in online tutoring that is flexible to both of our schedules!

...Southeast Asia, I have since returned back to New York , whist living abroad I taught English at a Cambridge certified International School. I helped students achieve praise worthy marks in IGCSE, A-Level, and IELTS examinations. I can also assist you in other exams such as TOEFL and TOEIC. I especially like tutoring students in improving their English writing skills, following a Writing Process method, and in Conversational English, focusing on fluency and communicative competence.

My entire professional life has been devoted to enlightening students to be active learners in reading, writing and appreciating the English language I have been an educator for over four decades because the more I teach my students ,the more I learn from them! Let's enjoy this adventure together!

...Traveling, meeting new people, and learning different cultures are my passions. Learning should be fun. I strive to ensure that students enjoy learning. I am an active person; I bike-ride, scuba dive, and work-out. Learning is a mental work-out: fun but also a challenge. It is crucial for students to make a connection with content. Thus, while teaching I am always relating content to tangible aspects in a student's life. I am excited to work...

...two consecutive summers, I was the math teacher and tutor for the Upward Bound High School summer camp which gave me priceless knowledge and experience on what the high school students are interested in learning and what their strength and limitations are, thus I can address their questions and concerns accordingly. From 2012 to present, I have been a GRE and SAT math teacher helping students learn and improve their math (calculus, geometry, trigonometry, algebra),...

...writing, as I have practical experience in the field, (employment at multiple newspapers), and love watching students develop into competent, articulate writers. It's always a pleasure to see students, especially those initially lacking in confidence, blossom into succinct, effective writers before your eyes. And prior to my experience teaching in China, I worked as a private tutor in Boston for 4 years, working with students from the middle school, to community college level. In my...

...test prep including GMAT and LSAT. I used to teach AP Psychology and AP English, and tutor many other AP classes along with general school work. I teach via the Socratic Method, asking pointed questions that will guide you to the answer, ensuring that you can learn the material yourself as opposed to me telling it to you. I want to make sure you learn the concept not just a particular problem. Lastly, I like...

I have been a tutor for several years. I love helping people learn.

...out to derive the answer for themselves. My Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Syracuse University and my Master's certificate in TEFL/TESOL from Learning Tutoring were not easy to obtain, However, that goal was worth it as they prepare me each day to to teach, interesting, diverse students, and assist them in achieving their educational goals. In addition to proven teaching experience, I have 30+ years' work experience in three different industries--banking, advertising, and...

...TESOL/Adults & Linguistics. I have taught Academic Writing to both undergraduate and graduate students and have had great results. Not only did their writing improve but their analytical and critical thinking skills did as well. I also have taught students Spanish at the beginner, intermediate and high intermediate levels with exorbitant success. In addition to teaching students basic core skills, I have prepared students for standardized exams such as the TOEFL for English Language Learners,...

...of them thanks to the education I've been lucky enough to receive, and I feel great about being able to provide more and better opportunities to others. Teaching is a truly great part of my life, and I love being able to teach, learn from, and really engage with my students. In my free time, I enjoy playing basketball, watching movies, reading, and traveling, and I have a terrible addiction to terrible television shows, which...