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Marianna: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...as well as preparation for the SAT and ACT. I find tutoring to be a very rewarding experience not just for myself but for my students- especially when I see the "light bulb" go off in someone's head and a concept that has been giving difficulties is finally understood! My teaching approach is very flexible...
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CUNY Brooklyn College - Current Undergrad Student, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 720

Amy: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...those two together, and you get the exact reason why I'm here. I want to motivate and push you to accomplish what you previously thought impossible both inside and outside of the classroom -- whether it's acing the SAT math section, writing a thoughtful literary response, or even pursuing a leadership position outside of school,...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Human Rights, English, Business Management
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 710

Kevin: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...it presents a genuine source of difficulty for him or her, or is trying to figure out how to push towards a perfect score, I know the steps necessary to help that student reach his or her goal. I also have experience tutoring high-school and college-level mathematics, and I regularly write and edit written works,...
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Amherst College - Bachelors, Philosophy
New York University - PHD, Law - J.D.
LSAT: 172

Joey: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...matter into terms and concepts that they already understand. I firmly believe in the potential of every student to grasp material that they may think is out of reach, and aim to reduce the stress factor of studying as much as possible. Outside of tutoring, I am a professional actor and playwright, and in my...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Theater Arts
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Katarah: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...my end-all goal of cultivating spaces with other like-minded artists and teachers (the healers) for our people to be seen and heard, I'm out here continuing to lay the foundation for individual narratives, like my own, to be honest sources of light for kids, artists, and anyone else who needs it. I consider myself a...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Literary Arts
SAT Math: 700

Serge: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...my thesis. For the past two years I was an adjunct instructor at The City College of New York, teaching statistics and introductory neuroscience, where I learned the importance of communicating complicated concepts clearly at an individualized level. All of my classes performed above average, and I discovered how satisfying it is to help people...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Psychology

Vincent: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...writing concentration thesis on architecture and memory). I bring five years of tutoring experience as a Yale Writing Partner, assisting college students with their academic papers, grad school applications, and anything else that needs to be written clearly and effectively. I live in Brooklyn and work as a museum educator at The Frick Collection.... The first session is all about meeting the student -- learning what motivates him or her, and beginning to determine how he...
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Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31

Marguerite: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...Yale Women in Physics. I also volunteered for the Girls Science Investigations at Yale, leading 30 middle school girls through fun and interesting experiments with magnetism and static electricity. Both my degree at Yale and my research at MIT and other institutions were hard-won. Thats because although I loved the subject matter in truth I did...
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Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 34

Chloe: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...improvements of other tutored students in the region. During my time at Williams College, I studied Arabic, International Relations, and Film. I also traveled to Europe and the Middle East as part of my studies. In addition, I am a freelance writer, and my work has appeared in the Huffington Post, The Atlantic, and USA...
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Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Arabic Studies, Religion
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 770

Sheena: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...well as math and writing. I believe strongly that my role as a tutor is to help my students approach the material with an anxiety-free, systematic approach. I know just how to make the testing environment one where a student feels both perfectly at ease and well equipped to succeed. I know first hand that...
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Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College - Bachelors, Economics, Chinese
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Logan: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...new material. I want to save this time and effort for all my students so that they can get to learning. I received a BA in Economics from Northwestern University, and just graduated in June 2016, and will tutor for Economics, the SAT, and the ACT. My interests outside of schooling include basketball and psychology!
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Economics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Science: 32

Tejas: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...was recently given the award for Most Outstanding Chapter President. Lastly, I was involved in a group known as BU Science where groups of students from Binghamton University would go to local elementary schools and teach weekly science lessons and conduct experiments with students ranging in the K to 4th grade levels. As a Biology...
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SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, Cell & Molecular Biology
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Science, N/A

Ana: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
My philosophy on education is to nurture the individual through my teaching and guidance. My goal is to build relationships with the students I tutor so that they will feel comfortable and learn everything they need help with. I look forward to meeting my future students that I will be tutoring!... My philosophy on education is to nurture the individual through my teaching and guidance. My goal is to build relationships with the students I tutor...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelors, English
Kean University - Current Grad Student, Bilingual Education

Nora: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
I am a recent graduate from the University of Virginia with degrees in Spanish and Global Development Studies and a passion for literature and the arts. I couldn't be more excited to help New York area students thrive as I navigate my first few months in this incredible, swirling city.... I primarily believe in my students' intelligence and capacity to solve problems. Sometimes they need a supportive voice -- someone who can answer their questions and...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelors, Spanish & Global Development Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 800

Anna: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...graduate of Columbia University with a degree in English literature. I have tutored a variety of subjects for the past six years, including English, French, Writing, college applications, and test prep. I think that with the right attitude, any subject can be interesting and enjoyable, and I hope to instill the same sense of passion...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English

Sean: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...times through self-study and previously taught LSAT classes through a large test prep company. I understand what it is like to struggle through the LSAT and come out on the other side successful. Through teaching I have learned how to help students carve their own path to success and look forward to helping students recognize...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
New York University - Doctor of Laws, Legal Studies
LSAT: 173

Aliza: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
I am currently a student studying neuroscience at Columbia University. I have been tutoring for 3 years, in both academic subjects and in ACT prep. I love working with students and helping them master new concepts!
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Gloria: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...Spanish; or writing college essays, term papers, dissertations or articles for publication; or organization skills to improve academic performance. Because of my varied travel experience I find it easy to adjust to students experiences and learning gaps in order to show them how to utilize the knowledge they already have and build on that knowledge...
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Wellesley College - Bachelor in Arts, Latin American Studies
Northwestern University - Master of Arts, Public Policy Analysis
Tufts University - Doctor of Philosophy, Nutrition Sciences
GRE: 308

Grace: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...for seven years and I have worked with students of all ages - from Kindergarteners to other college students. Tutoring brings me so much joy, and I consider myself to be a compassionate and enthusiastic teacher. While I am personally most passionate about subjects in the humanities, such as English, History, and Foreign Languages, I...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Rachel: Dobbs Ferry tutor
Certified Tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY
...to conduct independent research. After graduating from Duke, I accepted an international teaching position with WorldTeach. I was very grateful for the experience to live on the island of Pohnpei in the Federated States of Micronesia for a year and teach reading and writing to high school juniors and seniors. Although my formal experience is...
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Colorful Sounds of Human Rights & Relations: The immigration of music & ideas East to West
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
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Dobbs Ferry, NY, is a village in southern New York, located in the county of Westchester. It has a population of 10,900 residents. Dobbs Ferry was ranked in the top 10 places to live in New York in 2014.
Dobbs Ferry High School is the primary High School in the area, and it belongs to the Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District. You can put in the work to try to keep up with online tutoring in Dobbs Ferry for your courses or test prep. Seeking tutoring in Dobbs Ferry, NY, is a great first step to work to try to get to the next level in your education. If you are striving to attend a top university, look no further than Sarah Lawrence University in Bronxville, which ranks in the top 100 liberal arts colleges in America. A few other top-ranking colleges nearby are Nyack College, Mercy College, St. Thomas Aquinas College, and Concordia College. Whether you are looking to attend a private or public college or university, you might benefit by seeking a personal tutor in Dobbs Ferry, NY, who can offer you online or in-home tutoring sessions for test prep instruction.
Several attractions are waiting for you in Dobbs Ferry. Grab a friend and take a day to explore the Old Croton Aqueduct Trailway. It is mostly a walking and biking trail, but some sections are suitable for horseback riding. If you are an art lover, you may enjoy visiting the Plotkin Gallery, which has art from regional and national artists. For the history buffs, a visit to the Hudson River Museum is in order. They hold movie nights for all ages, and many types of entertainment at its amphitheater. It has art exhibits that are always unique, and are unlike any you will see at other museums in the area. Bike over to the Dobbs Ferry Waterfront Park, where you and the crew can swim, throw a Frisbee, watch a local artist perform, or read a good book on the benches by the shore. Have a morning run on the beach with your dog, then walk over to Caffelatte, where you can eat a delicious brunch and sip on a good cup of coffee.
Are you nervous or excited about applying to college? Whether you are going to a prestigious elite university or a community college, private online or in-home tutoring and instruction from a Dobbs Ferry tutor is a good idea to help you with your test prep and courses.
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