Stefanie
Certified Tutor
...ninth grade girl in math. The first time that I spoke with her mom on the phone, she was crying and said that her daughter had a fifty percent average and that I was her only hope. Talk about pressure! I met with the girl and she told me that no one believed in her,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Childhood Education & Spanish
Master of Science, Childhood Education with Bilingual Extension
State Certified Teacher
Tom
Certified Tutor
...it is a human endeavor, above all else. I take a holistic approach to teaching, which means that students are expected to reason through problems algebraically, graphically, pictorially and verbally. When students are able to synthesize these four approaches to concept mastery, real understanding emerges, and students, perhaps for the first times in their lives,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Master of Science, Applied Statistics
John
Certified Tutor
I have been tutoring privately for over many years in the areas of test prep, Reading, and Math. I have a strong passion for teaching and look forward to working with your student to help them reach their academic goals!
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Master of Arts, Teaching
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
David
Certified Tutor
...Syosset Central School District as a Math Tutor at H.B. Thompson Middle School, tutoring Math in grades 7th-9th. I also teach students who are homebound through Syosset Home Tutoring, receiving work directly from Math teachers. I have home-taught just about everything from 5th grade math to Pre-Calculus. I truly enjoy seeing the light go on...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Math
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Dustin
Certified Tutor
...Chicago's Honors Interdisciplinary Program, from which I received a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Civilization. After graduating, I relocated to New York City to pursue my creative goals and obtain an MFA in Fiction writing. I have experience tutoring both adults and gifted adolescents; while I am capable of tutoring a broad range of subjects,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Classical Civilization, Honors
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing - Fiction
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
Nieves
Certified Tutor
...Shakespeare, Langston Hughes, Steinbeck or Cervantes, through aesthetic education. Putting aesthetic education into practice fosters the creation of beauty and creativity in each individual student. On the NYS Foreign Language Proficiency Exam, the hard work and diligence my students expended has resulted in great success. At Manhasset, 100% passed with 90% attaining Mastery Level; at...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English/History
Masters, English/Spanish
Rory
Certified Tutor
...critical thinking and writing, both in developmental/remedial writing and freshman composition. I encourage my students to consider writing not merely a prosaic form of expression, nor an unattainable mode of artistry, but a medium with the potential for meaningful and intellectual interactions between writers and readers and the world. My focus on the writing process...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Arts, English + Education
Elizabeth
Certified Tutor
...I have the experience to tutor students with different learning styles. My goal as a Tutor is to simplify the topics that students find to be challenging, making the learning process meaningful and fun. I have a B.A. in Spanish with a minor in Education from Queens College. I have an M.A. in Liberal Studies...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Master of Science, Liberal arts
Altaf
Certified Tutor
...am currently working at Crescent High School and Huntington Learning Center, with seven six years of teaching/tutoring experience. I believe what makes a great educator is one's passion for their subject area and a motivation to pass on your knowledge to another individual, of course result matters. I am certified by the State of New...
Education & Certification
History
Bachelor in Arts, History
Navindra
Certified Tutor
...engaged, I am more than willing to help them explore the world of mathematics as well. I personally retain information better when I can see the elaborate underpinnings of the world around us, and I think I bring that same philosophy to my tutoring sessions. If a student is having difficulty grasping a concept, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics, Computer Science
Kevin
Certified Tutor
...College, City University of New York. I graduated with degrees in Western European History, political science, and Business and Liberal Arts. I thoroughly enjoy teaching and helping individuals attain their academic goals, while simultaneously aiding in procuring a better understanding of knowledge and human culture. I tutor a range of subjects but my expertise lies...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science, Western European History, Business and Liberal Arts
Jean
Certified Tutor
...Arts in Applied Physics and I am currently working towards a M.A in Science Education. I have had experience tutoring students in lower level college physics and mathematics. My favorite subjects to tutor would be high school physics, algebra 1, pre-algebra and elementary math. I believe that it is possible for students to understand any...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Physics
Master of Arts, Science Education
Melissa
Certified Tutor
...my entire life and I have always wanted to be a teacher. I have my Master's degree in English from Queens College and a BA in English and Drama also from Queens College. I also have a minor in Secondary Education and have been teaching since 1999. I have taught all grades from Kindergarten to...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English/Drama
Master of Arts, English
Daniel
Certified Tutor
I am dedicated to creating an exciting, student-centered learning environment for students. I believe that my ability to motivate and inspire my students will allow them to understand and appreciate their academic studies. My goal is to make learning an enjoyable experience by actively engaging students and stimulating their intellectual curiosity.
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Master of Science, Social Science
Patrick
Certified Tutor
...English, and I graduated in the top 4% of my class (2005). In 2009 I graduated cum laude from the Macaulay Honors College at Queens College with high honors in English. In obtaining my bachelors degree, I also continued my interest in business through the Business and Liberal Arts program. Throughout my time at Queens...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Masters in Business Administration, HR Management
Natasia
Certified Tutor
...with an English degree and a Business minor. I have been on the Dean's List for several consecutive semesters and was the recipient of an Honors in the Humanities scholarship. Currently, I work as a college English tutor at CUNY Queens College's Writing Center. At the Writing Center, I have tutored everything from ESL students...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Reilly
Certified Tutor
...a particular dilemma, the steps would become second nature to the student. As I am comfortable with anything from Biology to History, and from Arithmetic to Algebra, and even English Reading and Composition (writing), I believe I am a great pick if you are looking for a tutor with a well rounded understanding and approach.
Education & Certification
Masters, Graphic Design
Emily
Certified Tutor
...teacher with experience in teaching reading and writing to grades K-3rd, as well as classroom teacher in grades K and 1st. I have tutored K-8th grade reading, writing, and math as well as experiences tutoring SAT verbal skills to high school students. My credentials include a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education (Birth-3rd grade) as well...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Childhood Education
Master of Arts Teaching, Childhood Education
Jacqueline
Certified Tutor
...widening my perspective. These experiences have added to what I can bring to my classroom and students. I am also a firm believer in extra curricular activities. Children who are involved with school activities and teachers who can be seen outside the classroom, both enhance school spirit and pride. Such activities and interaction deepen the...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History and Elementary Education
Masters, Literacy and Special Education
Abdullah
Certified Tutor
...school and Summer School teacher for a variety of subjects for over 5 years at the Muslim Center of New York. Furthermore, in my opinion, teaching is a duty incumbent on all of us to help kids receive the assistance we perhaps did not have growing up. Ultimately, it is this mindset and the passion...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Psychology
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