Award-Winning Tutors serving Cohoes, NY

...Science. I first started tutoring when I was in high school and started a robotics club that taught computer programming and problem solving skills to elementary and middle school students. I tutor in any math, science, and computer science fields. I am also open to tutoring for students taking the ACT or SAT.

...a year as an Americorps member tutoring and leading an after school program in Washington, DC.I worked with my students to improve their literacy skills, over all academic abilities, and to develop a love of reading. I also taught at the National Building Museum as a museum teacher. Since graduating from my masters program I...

...there are different strategies to arrive at the correct answer. I hope to use my skills and experience with math to help clarify confusing concepts and give students the tools they need to solve complex problems. Outside of math, I am also proficient in essay editing and test prep (SAT, ACT, PSAT, AP). I have...

...World History class as well as honors and intensive freshman World History classes. I had a great mentor teacher who worked with my teaching skills each day. I look forward to working with students in the future to help foster their motivation to learn and improve their skills in writing/reading and understanding content information.

...experienced test preparation tutor. I have run my own rigorous test preparation classes and have proven methods to improve scores. Furthermore, I have experience tutoring high school students in Math, Science and English. I have completed Multivariable Calculus at the college level and several college level biology (currently majoring in) and chemistry courses and have...

20 years of strong teaching experience. Mentored students to gain confidence and study well and excel. Electrical Circuits, Electronics, Instrumentation, Programming Math, biomedical engineering, engineering design, capstone project, technical writing

...and taught them they could do anything they put their minds too. In time, they learned that debits and credits and management principles were not that difficult at all. That is what is extra rewarding for me as a teacher, watching the enlightenment as students understand what they feared they could not. I am looking...

...skills. I have a great rapport with children, and find it totally satisfying to help any student who is experiencing difficulties, and begin at their level and inspire them to learn. I love working with children, and have taught grades Kindergarten, First,Second, Third, Fourth. I have also tutored all elementary grades.It gives me such pride...

- Graduate Student in Nuclear Engineering (Ph.D.) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) - Undergraduate Degree in Physics and minor in History from Santa Clara University

...adjusting my approach. I like the challenge of having to think on my feet to explain a concept in a way that an individual student can understand. The big reward is seeing that "Aha" moment when a student gains an understanding of a concept that had eluded them. I have a B.A. with honors from...

...the Finger Lakes area of New York. I graduated with my Bachelor's Degree in American Sign Language-English Interpreting. I went back to school a few years later for my Master's in Special Education and have been working as a Teacher of the Deaf ever since. My strong subjects are English Language Arts, writing, and reading...

...and recovery. Additionally, I am a decorated veteran, having served in the United States Air Force, obtaining a technical certificate in aerospace maintenance and trained to the level of Journeyman Aerospace Maintenance Technician. With a background in psychology, I am confident in tutoring psychology and statistics or other undergraduate-level social science or related subjects. Additional...

I have over thirty years combined experience as an elementary classroom teacher and as a reading teacher. I have always maintained a love of teaching and a strong dedication to my students, families and profession. I have a thorough understanding of reading assessments, interventions, and educational materials to focus on student learning needs and styles.

...also an expert tutor in ELA, math, science, and history at the elementary and middle school levels. I have substantial experience working with students who have learning challenges or disabilities. I believe that we all learn in unique ways, and so my approach to tutoring is highly individualized towards each student that I meet. I...

...Since graduation, I completed my NBCOT exam and believe that going through the process recently allows me to assist other individuals in identifying strategies for their success. I am a positive and flexible individual looking to find your strengths and adaptive ways to overcome your barriers, to guide you to success. Feel free to reach...

...of Maine where I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. I pursued my teaching certification at San Francisco State University and later earned a Masters in Educational Administration Degree from that same university. As part of a long career in education, I have always taken the time to work with students in...

...Albany Medical College. As the oldest of four children, I understand how difficult learning (and teaching) new material can be, and I am willing to diligently work with students to overcome their learning obstacles. Through my teaching experiences, I have found great joy in watching both kids and adults grow and excel as students. I...

...have spent the last 25 years as a Home Care Physical Therapist. Currently I am exploring options that will help with traveling to Mexico and beyond. For example I am considering pursuing a TEFL certificate so that I can eventually help people of all types including medical professionals learn English as a second language. Currently...

...area of life along with practice, patience, and perseverance. These virtues allow individuals to rise to any challenge and to perform at their highest potential. I enjoy inspiring students to be their best and to show them learning can be fun. Watching students gain confidence and become independent learners is my greatest reward as a...

...UNESCO website where I am reminded that education is a global effort. While doing research for my graduate project, I came across a document called Education 2030, which also influences my teaching philosophy. The document states that, "Learners should be able to link their learning experiences to the real world and have a sense of...