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Justin: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...and grow. My student-centered approach focuses on tailoring methods to individual needs, fostering curiosity, and inspiring a love for learning. Beyond academics, I also mentor students, helping them develop strategies to achieve their goals and navigate challenges with confidence. Tutoring, to me, is about more than teachingit's about building self-belief, resilience, and a foundation for...
Education & Certification
Saint John's University (NY) - Doctorate (PhD), Pharmacist

Reid: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Harvard University - PHD, Education
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 31

Tania: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...aged students. Currently, I work with an after school program where I work with large groups of students with ages ranging from 4-12 years old. I love being able to help someone who is struggling to grasp a concept. This is something I believe I excel at, and I am looking forward to the opportunity...
Education & Certification
CUNY Brooklyn College - Bachelors, Business and Financial Management

Emily: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...programs at the Universit per Stranieri in beautiful Perugia, Italy. I graduated from Arcadia University with a B.A. in Italian. My background in Spanish language began in college, and I was able to improve very quickly through my travels to Per over the last three years. I look forward to meeting you and working together!
Education & Certification
Arcadia University - Bachelor in Arts, Italian

Isabella: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...where I hope to research Greek Tragedy, intersected with Greek Sculpture and contemporary Literary Theory. I have tutored Ancient Languages at a variety of linguistic abilities. From teaching a student Latin from scratch, to helping a student pass their advanced examination in Ancient Greek, I can adapt the syllabus to suit the student's need. Some...
Education & Certification
University of Edinburgh - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
New York University - Master of Arts, Classics

Graham: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...work. I teach via the Socratic Method, asking pointed questions that will guide you to the answer, ensuring that you can learn the material yourself as opposed to me telling it to you. I want to make sure you learn the concept not just a particular problem. Lastly, I like to make our sessions fun!...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor of Education, Education
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
State Certified Teacher

Alysha: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...at Seton Hall I worked after school at Kumon Tutoring Center. While there, I was working one on one or in small groups with both struggling students and advanced students. I have also been privately tutoring math for two years. I really enjoy tutoring because I get to share my interest in math with the...
Education & Certification
Seton Hall University - Bachelors, Elementary and Special Education with a concentration in Math

Daniel: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...Especially in hard sciences like biology, this makes it much easier for students to understand the topic. Outside of academia, I am a professional swimmer of 15 years, I love to hike, bike, and scuba dive. I also work part time as a model and am a market specialist for Bai, a drink company based...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Psychology
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 31
ACT Science: 33

Adiba: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...General Chemistry for Engineers, General Chemistry 1 &2, and Physical Chemistry. I learned to tailor my efforts towards each individual student and see which method best suited them. I firmly believe that each student has the ability to excel in whatever they wish as long as they believe in themselves, a value I hope to...
Education & Certification
Polytechnic Institute of New York University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Diane: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...school as a special education teacher. Prior to this, I taught pre-k inclusion and first grade. I love working with children and seeing them get excited for their own learning. When I tutor children, I use their interests and strengths to create fun games and activities to help them develop their literacy and math skills.
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood and Special Education
Manhattanville College - Unknown, Childhood and Special Education

Ana: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...difficult concepts within the languages in a manner in which the student comprehends. In addition,I create a pace according to the student's personal growth instead of pacing according to school's curriculum. I believe student should be able to learn at their own learning pace and understand concepts by being provided many opportunities to discover patterns...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Albany - Bachelors, Spanish
Teachers College at Columbia University - Masters, Bilingual University

Bethany: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...my experience, a student can't learn if he or she doesn't see the connection between academics and pursuing one's dreams. For example, Algebra may seem useless in daily life, but a solid foundation in math allows me to understand basic principles of business that are essential for working with others. Through being friendly and accessible,...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Dharmesh : Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...Boys, Henrietta Barnett Girls, Haberdashers, Belmont, Immanuel and St Pauls 11+ school exams. I have helped students improve their low predicted GCSE Maths grades to high grades 7-8. I have an empathetic and patient approach to tutoring which enables me to assess my students and create a personalised study plan for them. I model my...
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Latiesha: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...what you are being taught, you have to have patience and be willing to listen to understand. I enjoy helping students become comfortable in the subject he/she needs help with. I always tell students if they are feeling stressed by the problems, take deep breaths and then continue. Also, I let them know it is...
Education & Certification
Monroe College-Main Campus - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Kathryn: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
Hello! My name is Katie, and I have a passionate for teaching reading and writing. I have a Master's from NYU in creative writing and a BA in English. I also am an adjunct professor of composition and literature within the CUNY system in NYC.
Education & Certification
SUNY at Geneseo - Bachelor in Arts, English
New York University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Samantha: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...the Introductory Biology courses for both majors and non-majors. As a graduate student in the Biology department at UNCC, I have taught the General Biology for Majors lab courses for two years. I also had an active role in the lecture component of these courses. I really enjoy helping alleviate the stress associated with a...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Master of Science, Biology, General
State Certified Teacher

Alicia: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...concepts easier, making learning more fun, as I like to put it. I have tutored at elementary schools around my neighborhood, helping students learn better through connection. I enjoy tutoring a variety if not all, Sciences and Math. During my undergraduate year, I have tutored college students, who have came back for tutoring every semester....
Education & Certification
CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelors, Biology/Sciences
CUNY College of Staten Island - Current Grad Student, Biotechnology/Biology

Alexander : Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...good teacher. Each child has a different relationship with language, and improving that relationship is impossible without first understanding it. English isn't just a subject taught in school; it's how we access the people and ideas around us. As a tutor, my goal is not only to prepare students for the tests and essays that...
Education & Certification
Colgate University - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Verbal: 790
SAT Writing: 800

David: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...for entry into medical school. I have completed coursework in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. I bring patience, diligence, enthusiasm, and a strong attention to detail to each and every tutoring experience. In addition to excelling at my coursework, I have been volunteering at a local hospital while also performing clinical research on...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Economics & International Relations
New York University - Current Grad Student, Pre-medical Post-baccalaureate
ACT Science: 32

Richard: Thornwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Thornwood, NY
...students to develop strategies to overcome any anxiety that might get in the way of a student not demonstrating his or her full potential. I enjoy tutoring a variety of subjects, but I find it especially rewarding to guide students in taking ownership over their writing as they find greater self-expression and explore complex ideas...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Acting
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 36
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