Award-Winning Tutors in Smithtown, NY for Students in Special Education Programs

...thought to myself, why was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts....

...teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students from grades 6-12 and college in a variety of subjects since! I specialize in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!" moments) and appreciation of...

...and long-term class coverage in Boston, as well as experience in private, non-essential education (teaching with Education First in Quito, Ecuador). While I very much enjoy classroom teaching, the one-to-one or small-group teaching I did with Education First is something that I found to be most rewarding. Really being able to form close relationships with a small number of students and helping them grow was amazing. I aim to build these types of relationships and...

...theatre company called Grey Room NYC and a non-profit organization called Leave Out Violence. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing and watching basketball (Go Bulls!), enjoying funny television shows (Louie is my favorite), and playing music (guitar & piano). I consider myself blessed to have a creative mind and spirit; I always endeavor to bring this creativity into anything I do. I am a big proponent of thinking outside the box. In tutoring,...

...cannot be made digestible. In this light, I employ a range of techniques to engage and drive my students towards their own litmus of success. I love integrating games, technology, or a points system to support students. If the first approach does not work, I am open and flexible to hearing feedback from the students and their parents in the interest of maximizing student learning. While my background is in secondary science education, my passion...

...teaching for four years in New York City, grades 6 - 8. I have taught Mathematics grades 6 - 8, Computers, and as a Special Education teacher across subjects ( Math, Science, ELA, Art, Spanish etc.) Prior to teaching full time, I completed two student teaching placements, one in middle school grade 7 and one in high school teaching Algebra 2. Leading up to my time in education I worked at a local YMCA for...

...to tutoring, that is, to always keep in mind both what the student wants to learn and what they need to learn. It is important to make lesson plans as engaging and relevant to the student's life as possible, because this is the way to guarantee an interest in and love of learning. Although I know that my students have a lot to gain from me, I view tutoring as a two-way process in which...

...calculus, and calculus. I consider myself to be an expert in Standardized Testing, and would love to work with anyone that needs help studying or preparing for the SAT/ACT. I am confident in 99% of high school subjects, so if you are looking for help with ANY subject, please contact me and I would love to help you succeed. In my free time I like to ski, play piano, read Russian literature, and spend time...

...the past 4 years, I am lucky to have worked with students of all ages and helped them reach their full potential. I offer tutoring services in all subjects, and I'm particularly interested in English, Economics, Government, and Math. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a safe, welcoming environment where students can learn at their own pace. Outside of academics, I enjoy spending time outside and enjoying good food with family and friends.

...teach your child not only the content necessary to excel at an exam and other standardized tests, but also how to utilize strategies to maximize efficiency and accuracy. In teaching, I enjoy connecting the subject matter to topics that would not necessarily seem relevant to the lesson in order to engage the student on a deeper level. I can tutor many subjects, Algebra, Algebra 2, Algebra 3/4, Arithmetic, College Algebra, Elementary Math, Geometry, Linear Algebra,...

I am a mature and responsible woman with several years experience as a tutor. My certification is for grades n-6; however, I have experience with students of all grade levels. My preference is to work with students at the public library as it offers a conducive atmosphere and resources. However I will consider traveling to a private home if the latter is not possible. I prefer to work nearby within the township of Huntington.... To connect...

...educational psychology and elementary education. I have worked in education for 5 years, including 3 years as a child-care group leader, inclusion aide in 2nd grade ENL, and teaching enrichment through my university to 6th & 7th grade students. I am passionate about educating young minds, and strongly believe every child has the opportunity to be successful. I make sure to tailor my lessons and instruction to the individual student, as every child has their...

...five years. While my focus has primary been in literacy I have experience in math instruction up to sixth grade. When working with students I prefer to teach using a variety of approaches. I will often supplement worksheet/homework practice along with visuals and manipulatives because I believe this helps students learn better. When tutoring math I will often bring my iPad and start the session with digital flashcards etc. because students should have a through...

...the wonderful opportunity to study abroad in Spain. I went on to attain my Masters in Special Education, 7-12 from CUNY Hunter College. Reading, writing, financial literacy, and literacy are all things that I focus on. My teaching philosophy is the hands-on tactical approach. I believe that all work starts with having a growth mindset, modeling what's expected of students, and then having students get as much practice as possible. Outside of academia, I have...

...teacher within the NYCDOE. I co-teach Algebra 1, Algebra 2/Trigonometry and Living Environment. I am a firm believer that all students can learn and that the key lies in finding the correct motivation. I am able to balance rigor with the appropriate amount of fun to ensure that steady progress is made. I look forward to working with you and your student in order to help them be successful in their academic endeavors.... All students can...

...students are when their hard work begins to pay off, and their test scores rise. I believe that individualization of instruction is crucial to academic success because students are able to get targeted feedback on their own strengths and weaknesses, not the entire class's strengths and weaknesses. I also seek to be personally approachable to students because when there is a divide between tutor and tutoree, I do not believe that the student learns as...

...Master of Arts in Teaching English, as well as a Master of Arts in English. I graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. I have a great love of books and writing--my favorite literary era is the Victorian period which I have studied extensively. I have experience teaching almost every grade level and subject as a substitute teacher and certified teacher assistant. My goal is to help students...

My name is Erika, I am 27 years old. I have experience in many subjects. I currently work as a paraeducator in an elementary school. I hold a bachelors degree in psychology, a masters degree in ABA therapy, and I am currently pursuing a second masters degree in special education teaching.

...the room. This goes for both general education and special education students. I have also seen them flourish after being given extra one on one attention and time to learn concepts that he or she is struggling with. That is why I wanted to become a tutor in my spare time. I spend every day as an educator and not always able to give the extra attention to the students that require it the most....

...in Special Education from Long Island University-Brooklyn, and a second Masters from the College of Saint Rose in Administrative Education. I have over a decade of teaching experience in a variety of settings and have experience working with some of the most challenging populations. Besides these things, I personally enjoy making challenging concepts simple, and I am good at helping people find their own best learning style. I look forward to hearing from you and...