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Farah : Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...the tutorial session. I also believe that as a tutor it is my duty to not only make sure my tutees have mastered their material, but also to incite confidence in them. School work, tests, and life in general can become overbearing and success may seem impossible. As a tutor, I am here to tell...
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Barnard College of Columbia University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
SAT Verbal: 710
SAT Writing: 750

Richard: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...whatever economic course in which they were struggling. Throughout these years, I believe the most satisfying times are the moments when students realize they are now confident in their abilities to tackle new problems. I personally love teaching, but I also have a passion for learning; it is this passion that I strive to instill...
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SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelors, Mathematics & Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730

Claudia : Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...anyone preparing for college - not only did I go to the #2 college in the country (according to Forbes!), but I also help decide who gets to go there next! I performed excellently on my standardized tests, I've previously taught resume writing and interviewing skills in addition to working behind the scenes in admissions,...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Media Studies, French

Crosby: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...of formal and informal data collection, I am able to evaluate my successes and failures. Just as I say to my students, "failure is not final". Using my data, I am able to model resilience to my students by adapting my approach to best meet the individual needs of the student. In addition to my...
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New York University - Bachelors, Anthroplogy
Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Masters, Special Education

Kenneth: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
My bachelor's degree in math comes from Fairmont State University. I have over four years of experience in NYC public schools, and I'm embarrassed by the lack of effort put forth to instill the importance of a Mathematical mind. I feel like my love and enthusiasm for Math makes me an excellent tutor.
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Fairmont State University - Bachelors, Mathematics

Nayaab: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...age group positively responds to a different style of teaching, motivation, and communication; being adaptable and open to these changes is my forte. My teaching style often revolves around developing self-motivation, planning schedules, and understanding students' short-term and long-term goals. Because I recently graduated, I understand the stress students have managing their busy schedules, extracurricular...
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New York University - Bachelors, Psychology with Minors in Molecular Cell Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33

Tina: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...to teach subjects I am passionate about to my students. I tend to approach problems from several angles and enjoy hearing new perspectives. In my free time, I play violin in an orchestra and in a mariachi band. I enjoy jogging and writing stories, as well as trying all the amazing restaurants in Boston.
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Math - Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Suzanne: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...school districts across the country. Currently, I am a first-year PhD student in School Psychology at Fordham University's Graduate School of Education. In the future, I look forward to working with middle and high school aged students as a school psychologist. Outside of work and school, I enjoy traveling, baking, and reading.... As a psychology major and current psychology grad student, I believe in the importance of getting to know students at a personal level and...
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Colgate University - Bachelors, Psychology
Fordham University - Current Grad Student, School Psychology (PhD)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 760

Adwait: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...Analytics & IT. Some of the subjects I tutor are Algebra, Calculus I & II, and the SAT, but there are many more you can inquire about. I love tutoring students because I know how much a tutor can inspire a student to improve, and I hope to offer that to my own students. Some...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740

Zoe: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...hope for. The best part of it all was that it was the writers themselves, not me, who insisted we get up on stage and act out their words for the small audience. There is nothing more gratifying me than being along for the ride while kids create and discover the person they're becoming.... 90% of the time your child knows the answer - it's about making them feel comfortable and prepared enough to get there!
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Alex: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...foundational concepts in a certain topic before proceeding to assist the student with specific example problems. I always make sure to make my lessons enjoyable and relatable, so that the students attention remain on the subject matter. I am also very knowledgeable about standardized tests, particularly the ACT and many of the SAT subject tests,...
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Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Jeremy: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...basis for any conclusion made. It happens to be that those are the exact abilities I myself developed in Harvard Law School and as a lawyer. It may sound a bit abstract to you right now, but it works. I recently talked about my approach to a tenured science professor at Columbia University, telling her...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Harvard Law School - Juris Doctor, N/A
Columbia - Certificate, Premedical Sciences
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 770
LSAT: 175

Eric: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...up to date with changes in the exam and curriculum. My proudest moment was when one of my Honors Chemistry students achieved a 13 point increase in grading from the first quarter of the school year - from 83 to 96. Through my professional and undergraduate education, I am intensely familiar with finance, accounting, comp...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Finance and Statistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740

Lucy: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...to other students! Since I came to the sciences a little later in life, I learned a lot of helpful tools and tricks to make these subjects more accessible and easier to remember. I myself am a visual learner, so I love to incorporate the use of drawings, diagrams, mnemonics, and other learning devices into...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
CUNY Hunter College - Certificate, Post-Bacc Pre-med

Shelby: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...socioeconomic status. As a former fifth grade teacher and current fourth grade teacher, I have experience teaching math, writing, reading, science, and social studies. My teaching and management style depends upon a unique blend of developmentally appropriate expectations, inquiry-based instruction, and humor. I believe that a student's social-emotional education is as important as any academic...
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Barnard College - Bachelors, English literature (concentration Creative Writing)

Mary-Barrett: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...learner believing that it is critical to impart an ongoing passion for learning to my students. I have had great success in my teaching and tutoring in many subjects because I combine the essential mastery of foundation skills with a creative approach. My other interests include Asian Brushwork painting, guitar, singing, tennis, golf, and walking.
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Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, French
University of Phoenix - Masters, Education

Melissa: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...the particular needs of my student. My emphasis is on creative (and hopefully fun) learning techniques that engage my student and help him or her confront problem-solving in a way that best suits his or her learning style. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy reading fiction, going to the movies, and spending time with...
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Georgetown University - Bachelor in Arts, English/Government
Fordham University - Juris Doctor, Law
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 790

Ben: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...I'm excited to help you develop in these areas. I am also a fluent French speaker; I worked as a tutor for beginning classes in the Dartmouth French department, and spent the past year in France teaching English to middle and high school students. I look forward to helping you however I can!... Students must take an active role in their education in order to achieve real results. A teacher is more of a guide: asking...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelors, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 790

Noah: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...I currently teach College Writing at Montclair State in New Jersey and both Critical Thinking and Junior Seminar at Mercy College in Westchester. I am the self-published author of more than a dozen scifi and horror novels, available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. My tutoring is focused on the test specifically and has worked...
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Bard College - Bachelors, Philosophy and Creative Writing (Dual Major)
Sarah Lawrence College - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 36

Katharine: Tarrytown tutor
Certified Tutor in Tarrytown, NY
...ways to explain materials or supplement their current understanding, and providing one-on-one support personalized to the students' needs. I find joy in de-stressing students by creating a workable, organized plan to address their concerns. I have worked with a range of students with different needs. From students with learning and developmental disabilities to honors and...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Biology, General
SAT Verbal: 700
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Tarrytown, NY, is located in the town of Greenburgh. The village, and the town surrounding it, are members of the Westchester County. It is located only 25 miles north of midtown Manhattan. The village has a population of about 11,200. The neighboring village is Sleepy Hollow.
Sleepy Hollow High School serves the town as a member of the Union Free School District. Students who want to attend good colleges must be aware of their grades. One way to potentially improve on that important exam is by connecting with a private Tarrytown tutor who has both in-home and online tutoring experience in instruction for test prep. Tarrytown tutors offer online and in-person tutoring sessions to give you the test prep and instruction you need to try to do well on your big exam. Students hoping to enter good colleges like the New York University, which is ranked as the 32nd best college in the nation, will have to work extra hard. Conveniently, Tarrytown, NY, tutors offer both online and in-home private test prep tutoring with personalized instruction to try to help students succeed at the best schools.
Get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tarrytown. The village has many great places for you to visit. Start by visiting Lyndhurst, a Gothic Revival mansion. Originally designed by Alexander Jackson Davis in 1838, the estate is surrounded by park-like landscape. The mansion is bedecked with a collection of original decorative arts. The 19th century mansion is complete with furnishings and lighting fixtures. Including an in-house bowling alley, the mansion has two floors of art and decor. The lavish estate is open to tours year round and hosts special events during Halloween and Christmas.
Another historic building in the town is Sunnyside. The mansion lies along the Hudson River on a ten-acre lot. The historic home was once the house of the American author, Washington Irving, writer of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." Visitors can walk the curved path that leads to the unique home in its intimate setting. Guided tours will help you become a part of the story, with costume and retellings of tales about Irving.
Be sure to visit the Tarrytown Lakes Park for a lovely area with fishing, hiking trails, and green space for picnicking.
Once you've explored the historic buildings of Tarrytown, return to your studies with a renewed determination. An expert Tarrytown, NY, tutor might be an asset to anyone who wants to work to get into a top college or university.
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