Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Westchester, NY

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...a variety of needs (Autism, hearing impairment, deafness, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.). When I tutor, I focus on trying to get the child to gain confidence in themselves. If they cannot figure out the problem, I will try and help them learn process of elimination. Furthermore, I have tutored in a variety of different styles depending on the needs of the student. Currently, I am CPR, AED, Epi Pen,and Child Safety certified.

...and hone in on, not only academic skills, but also time management, organization, and maintaining a sense of personal calm. In fact, I love the entire college application process because I think of it not as an opaque, mysterious world of judgment behind closed doors, but as the first opportunity in a student's life to find the perfect fit. The combination of test scores and personal statement should be seen as a contribution to a...

...left a great impression on me was Tabula Rasa by John Locke. This has been the premise behind my teaching for the last 13 years. It is our job as educators to positively add to the experiences that children bring into the learning environment. If educators provide enough of these positive experiences on this blank canvas, students can gain a love and an appreciation of learning that can last a lifetime. At the Spelman education...

...City. Personally, I love reading almost any kind of literary fiction (though I have quite an affinity for WWII fiction). I also love to write and try to take as many different kinds of writing classes as my schedule and wallet can afford me. Aside from literary interests, I love trying any kind of new food, attempting to bake pies, and knitting anything cozy or fluffy. I believe that through communication, we can work together...

...I enjoy writing meaningful essays, and working on subjects of engineering such as math and physics. I also have a strong background in music, especially guitar. Additionally, having started school in special education and worked my way to an Ivy League school, I am very familiar with navigating learning disabilities and more common challenges with keeping pace in the classroom. I hope to be here to help you succeed, wherever your starting point is.

...all that is necessary for an academic breakthrough is seeing old material from a new vantage point! I know the importance of developing a strong and functional rapport with students. During my time as a Substitute Teacher and as a one-on-one Guitar Instructor, I have learned techniques and strategies for successful and patient engagement. I will create an individualized instructional plan that capitalizes on your strengths and is tailored to your personality. So let's hit...

I am passionate about teaching because I believe in making learning fun and I believe in motivating students. I am able to tutor Math, English-Reading and Writing, and Korean. I recently graduated with a MAT in Childhood Education 1-6 from Queens College, so I prefer to work with Elementary students. I believe one-on-one tutoring is more effective because individual attention gives personalized benefits for learning. My hobbies are listening to music and reading novels.

As a lifelong educator, I am especially interested in seeing the student achieve his/her goals. I am a qualified and certified Reading Teacher and Specialist teaching from ages Pre-K to Adult with credentials in several fields including English as a second language, English Literature, Creative Writing, as well as specific skills in particular programs such as Wilson Reading System. I look forward to working with students in a productive and successful environment. ... My teaching...

My name is Davawn Hartz. I currently live and work in NYC area and am a graduate student pursuing a J.D. I am deeply passionate about education, and hope that the expertise I have developed over the course of my own education can help others improve in various areas of study. If you enjoy learning or need help, reach out and learn with me!

...also received my Masters of Arts in Experimental Psychology. Since graduating I taught pre-schoolers as well as elementary school children. My teaching experience has taught me how to simplify difficult subject matter to make it easily understood. I also learned that everyone has their technique to learning, it is just a matter of finding the best one for you. Within the last year, my career has shifted to law and I became a Paralegal. While...

...science subjects are spot-on and I can easily make a student understand anything regarding sciences or mathematics. I know this because I have tutored science and mathematics before and the result percentage was 100%. Also, I was ranked in top 100, in the World Math Day Competition Year 7. My knowledge, the bonding with the student and the student-teacher relationship that I develop are my biggest assets to achieve the results that are expected.

...confidence level started boosting up as he started to get correct answers. After about two weeks, I added 5 to 6 difficult questions and interestingly, he was able to connect one idea with another. From Monday through Thursday, after finishing all his homeworks, Jared and I would work on old regents questions (20-25 questions per day). Eventually, his grades started improving and he was more interested in learning. I have used different techniques with different...

Certified in secondary math and completing a degree in international education, I am in my fourth year of full-time teaching. I am passionate about learning, both for myself and to assist others in their learning. As a language enthusiast that studied Biology (with a specialization in Genetics) in college, I have ample experience in multidisciplinary learning.

...Religious Studies and Folklore respectively. I wrote my Masters Thesis on the Culture and Music of American Jewish summer camp, and am currently in the process of turning my thesis into a book. Over the last several years, in addition to earning my Masters Degree, I have also taught in a variety of capacities ranging from rock 'n' roll school to children's music to leading discussion sections for Berkeley undergraduates as a Graduate Student Instructor....

...to analyze and be alert to body language and verbal ques that may normally go unnoticed. As a graduate student pursuing medicine, I am patient and acknowledge the dedication and work ethic it takes to do well academically. In my free time, I really enjoy working with my hands and crafting, I enjoy drawing, making collages, and painting. I make handmade jewelry and it keeps me discipled to not give up because it is difficult...

Every student has the ability to learn, and there is no right way. All it takes is a teacher who will motivate them and give them the proper tools to use beyond the classroom.

...I work closely with small groups of students who need extra reinforcement and academic support as well as with gifted students who prefer an extra challenge. During the afternoon, I tutor high school students, as well as mentor. These experiences, along with my motivation and ability to learn quickly, would make me a wonderful tutor for your student! I would love to help your child not only succeed academically, but also enjoy learning!

...welcome online students. We look forward for this learning journey and assure you the best results and a long association. Personally, I have had a hugely positive experience from all learners. I feel I have the potential to inspire and encourage learners of all abilities to achieve their full potential. We welcome parents/guardians to have an insight into our institute's achievements and excellence's in the different fields. We extend best wishes to all and assure...

...high school, I have always been someone that friends entrust to look over and critique their papers before they submit final drafts. My teaching style features visual learning, mnemonics, and hierarchical organization of material. I find that hierarchically cataloguing information by topic and sub-topic helps students retain material, as students are not simply memorizing, but are understanding how concepts relate to one another. More personally, my hobbies include tennis, movies, and travel. I also love...