Award-Winning Tutors serving Schenectady County, NY

...teaching were in the public school system. Later on, I taught at a private school for four years. During those years of teaching, I also did a fair amount of tutoring. I have tutored students from middle school all the way up to professional adults. As a teacher, I love to make the subject fun...

...formal classroom teaching. I have taught introductory biology laboratory and lecture courses, as well as anatomy and physiology labs. Additionally, I spent several years working in an innovative biotech company, where I developed and ran a quality department and created dynamic curriculum to engage diverse audiences in learning and applying technical scientific information. I have...

I have taught Earth science for 7 years and physics for 1 year. I have lots of experience with teaching various learners and understand the need to help students in different ways. I aim to keep things simple and break down questions and concepts into smaller sections that are much more easily understood.

...I have a university background in Russian, through which I can assist in grammar practice. Whether it is SAT, English prep or Russian, I am dedicated to helping you master your subject of interest! Particularly in language-related skills, it is crucial that you are confident in your potential to improve and are not scared to...

...earned my graduate degree from Harvard Kennedy School. My expertise is in statistics and economics/econometrics, policy analysis, behavioral science, and human development--as well as grad applications (accepted to UChicago Booth/Harris, MIT Sloan, HKS), the GMAT (99th percentile, 770/800), and the GRE (91st percentile and higher). Beyond subjects and course content, I can share my expertise...

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.

...a fun way. I am convinced that patience, clear explanations, rapport and motivation are the keys for success in teaching and learning. I understand that not everybody learns in the same way, not everybody has the same needs! I work with kids, young learners and adults. I hold a degree in Education and I also...

I enjoy spending my time to aid students and others in taking their time to problem solve and find ways to critically think. I value the ability to learn and widen one's ability to think outside the box than to be given the answers.

I have a passion for teaching and the physical sciences. The physical world is a marvelously fascinating place, and I enjoy helping others appreciate and understand it better.

...I am a double major in Sociology and Social Work. From an early age in my life, I have had a passion for teaching and always believed in the transformative power of education and knowledge. While I have experience tutoring a range of subjects I have always had a deep connection and interest in social...

...ACT for over ten years. I also tutor GRE for those applying for graduate school. Study with me if you want to feel more confident and capable when taking standardized tests. You can do practice test questions with me. My specialty is working with high school students who need to learn basic grammar and punctuation,...

...earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. After graduation I worked in Biotechnology research in California for a number of years. I eventually became a Technical Trainer responsible for training an international workforce of biotechnology instrumentation engineers. I then returned to school and earned a Masters in Arts with a specialization in Mathematics Education. I...

...to assess how to help them learn more efficiently. I think tutoring is more than trying to help a student pass a class or do some homework; its trying to teach them how to learn better in anything they take on. Later on, I volunteered at a elementary school with a professional company which helped...

...in the Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer. "Cress" is based on the story of Rapunzel and is woven into the previous novels "Cinder" (based on Cinderella) and "Scarlet" (based on Little Red Riding Hood). In addition to reading, TV, and movies, I like to do counted cross-stitch and crochet. I finally taught myself how...

...love to see when a student gets it! I am always willing to help in whatever way possible and I want to make sure you not only get the right answers, but you know why they are right. Students: Remain focused on your goals, but know that your goals can change. The key is to...

...Meet and Microsoft OneNote to provide an interactive, collaborative whiteboard experience. Whether you're catching up, preparing for an important exam, or looking to get ahead in your studies, I tailor my approach to your individual needs. We'll begin by identifying your goals and understanding where you're at with the material. I like to make learning...

...it has so many real life applications and the logic behind it is fascinating to me. When I teach I focus on giving simple explanations and analogies regardless of how complicated a topic is. When tutoring I usually give some background on the subject and show an example problem. Then I ask my students to...

...12 in middle school and went on to complete a BA degree at the State University of New York at Oswego. I subsequently completed a Masters degree through Middlebury College and was able to study in Berlin, Germany during this time. I believe in taking an academic as well as cultural approach to language learning,...

...analytical skills. Whether in accounting or history, I tailor my tutoring approach to each student's needs, ensuring they feel supported and empowered in their studies. Above all, I am a friendly, driven, and patient educator who values clear communication and engagement. I look forward to helping students overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.

...student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I have been at RPI for 5 years now. I love to ski, play soccer and do a variety of other activities in order to have a good time. I have a fairly laid back approach to tutoring, with first establishing a baseline with each student and then working to...