Award-Winning Trigonometry Tutors serving Mount Vernon, NY

...a student at Columbia University, studying Sustainable Development and urban adaptation to climate change. I've always had a passion for teaching, and currently teach pre-college math with Columbia University's Community Impact program, for non-traditional adult learners. Before coming to New York I apprenticed in the Ohio Public Schools, and worked in outdoor education. I'm driven by the spark of realization I get to see on my students' faces when a new concept snaps into place,...

...towards understanding - teaching a student how to continue teaching themselves. There is a time and place for lectures and so-called information dumps. The real work for the student and the teacher, though, comes from the dialogue about why the material matters or how an idea works. Not that a historical event happened but what made it happen. Not the mere fact that mathematical formulas work but why they work and what that can achieve....

Hi my name is Sree and I'm currently studying Biology at Stony Brook! I'm excited to help with whatever you're having trouble with and hopefully we will power through together. If you have any questions feel free to ask any time!

...Polytechnic School of Engineering. I currently work at a Tutorial Center as a New York Regents Exam tutor for subjects in mathematics (Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Geometry) and science (Biology, Chemistry). Since I am passionate about all subjects of mathematics, I am comfortable with teaching from elementary school-level math to undergraduate college-level math, such as Linear Algebra and Differential Equations. However, I am most passionate about teaching SAT Math, as well as the SAT...

...currently a PhD candidate in my final year at Seton Hall University with a focus in Biochemistry. I tutor both children and adults in the areas of Chemistry and Math. I enjoy helping students understand and like subjects that they often struggled with in the past. I always say, "There are many ways to explain the same point, you just have to find the one that you understand." I believe that it is our responsibility...

I aim to help students feel calm and confident in their school environment. I focus on empowering students to tackle problems themselves and want to provide as many learning tools as possible so that my students succeed. I enjoy working with parents and teachers to help students achieve their greatest potential with positive encouragement, achievable goals, and flexible strategies.

...information to my friends, and I felt a sense of fulfillment in teaching it. Being able to help someone along to their "a-ha!" moment and share in that experience has been one of the greatest joys of teaching. In addition, doing so not only helped them, but also myself in solidifying my understanding of the material. This led me to take on various roles as a TA, both in 1-1 and in group settings later...

...of the interaction of people. I am working on obtaining my teaching certification. I have experience teaching large math classes to working with small groups or individuals. While working with a tutoring program for at risk students, I had the opportunity to provide in-home tutoring to a range of age groups from 1st to 12th graders. With this company I tutored in English and Math. I've worked with TRIO program, providing tutoring to high school...

...Cloud Platform, and the Microsoft Store. I therefore have extensive coding experience and I am passionate about teaching others how to code. I am also passionate about and have extensive knowledge in mathematics including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, Calculus 1, 2, and 3, and logic and set theory. I have written a thesis as an undergraduate at Union College about the mathematics of the Maya Empire and create an application that converts decimal numbers to Maya...

...third grade to graduate school. Formally, I have taught Anatomy to medical and dental graduate students, as well as earth and environmental science to undergraduates. I love teaching all things science - especially fields relating to the outdoors and natural history. In my teaching I aim to inspire students to learn more and care about the natural work, and to always ask why things are they way they are, and how they came to be....

...an HIV lab at the National Institutes of Health. Throughout my undergraduate degree, I served as an SAT volunteer tutor for students from low-income communities. I especially liked how the help I offered to these motivated students propelled them to higher scores and great colleges. I have also served as an Introductory and advanced Chemistry and Math tutor for college students for many years. As a first-generation college graduate, I believe it is my calling...

...I prepared children for kindergarten by fine-tuning their Math and literacy skills. In order to participate in this program, I underwent an intense training curriculum which taught me many fundamentals of teaching. I also have experience working with and teaching children and adolescents with special needs, as well as students where English is their second language. Most importantly, I have a strong passion for learning. As an aspiring physician, I recognize the value of constant...

...areas of math and test prep. I started off tutoring when I was in college. Ever since then i found nothing but joy when I was able to help students succeed in their work. When I am not working I enjoy being outdoors, going to museums, sporting events and comedy shows. I really like to read an play just about any sport. Another hobby of mine is photography. I take pictures at all types of...

...just a "passing grade". I continuously instill a growth mindset in my students which is reflective 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...

...and of course, the general sciences. Working with these kids has taught me that the more you extend yourself to your students, the more they are encouraged to work harder and strive harder. Every tutor has a different way of teaching and every student has a different way of learning. However, it is important to combine the two to develop methods and take approaches in a manner which makes the students grasp and really understand...

...am very grateful for this opportunity to be a private tutor with Varsity Tutors because given my background and expertise, I am sure that I can help the clients that I meet overcome any difficulties or challenges that I may have. I had a lot of difficulties with math but I had wonderful teachers in high school and undergrad that helped me overcome them. English is my strongest area and my writing skills can help...

...they were assigned. Lastly, as a Recitation Mentor, I was a Teacher's Assistant for a Pre-Calculus recitation section. I prepared and led my own lessons, graded homework, quizzes, and exams. I also held office hours and tutoring and review sessions for my students that needed the extra help. I have extensive experience in working with college-aged students and elementary school students. I have not officially tutored high school students, but I have passively helped my...

I am extremely passionate about teaching, I find the position personally satisfying and beneficial to the students I work with. I am a great communicator and listener, and have the ability to understand a student's needs. I love interacting with the students. Education is a passion of mine and creating a safe, friendly and productive environment for my students to learn is a top priority. I've worked as a tutor for almost three years and...

...am a mechanical engineer who loves tutoring. I've used my skills and knowledge to tutor both students in college and ESL students. Working in a variety of roles as a mechanical engineer has kept my educational learning fresh. Outside of work, I regularly perform stand-up comedy, which sharpens my ability to connect with people from different walks of life and communicate concepts effectively and humorously. All my students are very satisfied with their progress under...

...playing chamber music, orchestra music, and solo pieces, but what I enjoy most is arranging my favorite music for solo piano. While my formal training was in classical music, I have added a focus on movie and TV soundtracks, pop music, and composing my own songs. I have experience working with children on their music skills from elementary through high school ages. I can teach piano technique, work with you to develop effective practice skills,...