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John
MS Harvard University • BA Dowling College
9+ Years Tutoring

Tutors are more than expert academics; they are motivational coaches. The greatest obstacle preventing a student from learning is lack of belief in their own abilities. There is no knowledge outside the reach of anyone's understanding.

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Melissa
MS Dowling College • BA Briarcliffe College
3+ Years Tutoring

I'm excited about tutoring because I have a love of learning. This opportunity to help others learn new ideas and new perspectives truly brings me joy. My MBA is in Management and Leadership. In addition to management courses, the curriculum covered business writing, ethics, and public speaking. I primarily tutor reading, writing and math at the Pre-K, elementary and middle school level. My career has always been in business management - from fashion to real estate. For over 10 years, I have volunteered with Island Harvest - one of the best non-profits that help us here - at home - on Long Island.

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Vicky
MS Dowling College • BA Dowling College
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of Dowling College which is located in Oakdale, New York. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English and my Master of Science in Secondary Education. During my time at Dowling, I volunteered as a tutor for academically challenged students. I am also a volunteer for Suffolk Literacy where I work with adults on Long Island who are looking to improve their reading or English speaking skills. In my experience as a tutor, I've always tried to make lessons engaging and fun for my students. I believe that students learn best when they experience knowledge for themselves, while receiving guidance and encouragement from their teacher. I truly enjoy tutoring and want to help my students achieve academic success. I'm especially passionate about helping struggling readers. If a child has difficulty deciphering words and sentences, how can he/she be expected to grasp math, science, and social concepts presented in school? Good reading skills are important for excelling in school and succeeding in life. I am a strong advocate of the importance of education and believe it is one of the most significant messages we should impart to children and young adults. In my spare time I enjoy reading, running, bird watching, and old movie classics.

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Joshua
MS Dowling College • BA SUNY Farmingdale
10+ Years Tutoring

As a former teacher and a father of three children, I understand what is needed to get children and students to engage. It's the thrill of seeing a child "buy in" to learning that drives me and makes me stand apart from others. My goal is to help others find a way to achieve their goals. I have a rich background in education as well as 10 years experience working in corporate legal, specifically involved in legal research and e-discovery.

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Kelly
BA Dowling College
2+ Years Tutoring

As a former Vice President of People Experience and lifelong facilitator, I'm passionate about helping others communicate with clarity and confidence. I've spent my career leading workshops and coaching sessions that inspire growth and lasting change, whether that means becoming a more confident speaker, advancing your career, or improving your English fluency. My approach is encouraging, interactive, and practical. I meet you where you are and help you build skills you can immediately apply in real-world situations, from presentations to interviews to everyday conversations. I believe learning should feel engaging, supportive, and energizing. My goal is to help you find your voice, express yourself with confidence, and leave each session feeling more capable and inspired than when you started.

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Alex
MS Rochester Institute of Technology • BA Dowling College
1+ Years Tutoring

Senior Software Engineer with an M.S. in IT and over 7 years experience, who has worked in several major silicon valley big tech corporations and start-ups.Can provide education in python, ruby, Linux/Shell, Docker/Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, GCP, and a variety of other IT and computer science related subjects.Can also provide specialist education in career direction and tutoring in the latest high-demand technologies which major companies in the tech industry are seeking for new interns and junior engineers.

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Kelly
MS Dowling College

I am a passionate and dedicated elementary educator with a strong background in lower elementary instruction, specializing in reading and math. I hold a degree in Elementary Education and a master's degree in Literacy, which allows me to provide strong, research-based instruction in early literacy development. My goal is to help students build a strong academic foundation while also growing their confidence and love for learning. I enjoy working with students in the lower elementary grades because this is such a critical time for developing lifelong learning skills. I strive to create a positive and encouraging learning environment where students feel comfortable taking risks and asking questions. My mission is to support each student's individual needs while making learning meaningful, fun, and successful. I look forward to the opportunity to work with new students and help them reach their full potential.

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Jack
MS Dowling College • BA Saint Joseph's University
2+ Years Tutoring

I have extensive teaching and tutoring experience gained from a 30 plus career in both the public and private sectors. I am a certified Master Instructor (Department of Defense) with many hours of formal classroom experience for both the Department of Defense and Eastern Suffolk BOCES. I hold a Master's Degree in Business Administration and my undergraduate training included both engineering and education. I have complemented this formal classroom experience with personal tutoring. My Graduate Record Exam score qualified me for MENSA. Choosing the right tutor is an important decision and is highly personal. The learning experience is optimized when there is common ground and mutual respect. My approach is empathetic and goal oriented. I will proceed at your pace and I will treat you with the respect you deserve as I assist you in reaching your potential. We will probably have a few laughs along the way. Math, English, Writing, and Business applications such as Excel are my strengths. I would be delighted to help make them yours too. Kindest regards, Jack

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Daniel
MS Dowling College • BA Lock Haven University
1+ Years Tutoring

I have been teaching History for last 5 years in Brooklyn, NY. During that time, I have taught all grade areas from 9th grade Global to 12th grade Government and Economics. I was a History Undergrad at Lock Haven University of PA. While there, I studied History from around the world, with a concentration in both American and European Studies. As a high school student, I took AP Euro and AP US exams. I know what it takes to achieve high marks in History, both as a student and as a teacher. I can work with students of all levels on both content knowledge and skills that are needed to pass AP or Regents exams.

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Dana
MED Dowling College • MED Saint Joseph's College-New York
2+ Years Tutoring

Hello! My name is Dana Oliver and I have been a teacher for 15 years. I went to St. Joseph's College in New York and received my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach General Education and Special Education students Birth through 6th grade in 2006. I then went to Dowling College in New York and received my Master's Degree in Literacy Birth through 6th grade in 2009. I have taught in Queens, New York and now live in North Carolina, where I teach. I have been teaching in elementary schools my whole career and I am very familiar with the standards and expectations students need to know in order to succeed! I try to build a relationship with all my students and their families! I want your child to feel comfortable and confident to try any challenges that come their way! Let me help you and your child!

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Monique
MS Dowling College • BA SUNY at Albany
9+ Years Tutoring

I am passionate about helping students achieve their educational goals through hard work and perseverance. If a student is willing to ask for help, I am willing to help them.I've worked with a very diverse number of students over multiple grades. It's amazing to see the interactions among students of different backgrounds all on the same task. It's the way learning should be.I was educated through the SUNY system in New York where I received a BS in Chemistry with an Environmental emphasis. I went on to receive an MSEd in secondary science. I am currently working toward full Lean Six Sigma Gold Standard.I enjoy Chemistry. It is my passion subject. It's just so logical and interesting to know how everything in the universe is made of atoms and how they interact and that we, too, are larger atoms interacting in very similar ways. I love to teach Foresnsics. With all the new forensic shows that popped up in the early 2000s I began investigating independantly about different techniques used in forenssics. I even took an adult class in Forensics Anthropology just for fun. I have tutored and taught a plethora of science subjects, even ones that I have never taken like Astronomy and Horticulture. I love science. It sounds like a clich, but it's true. I am not a fan of history or sociology.My teaching philosophy is one that is straightforward to-the-point pedagogy. I am not a story teller and I'm not going to jump across desks to keep a student's attention. Education is very important to me and I feel it's important for students to learn all they can or they will be left ignorant in the world. I am a facilitator of that education. Students have various ways of learning and my job is to assist in any way possible to be sure a student is getting the material in their style. Although many educational platforms do not work this way, but students should have at their disposal any and all resources that fit their style of learning. Assessments should be performance-based, not based on grades.My interests are being out of doors. I love Nature and Science together. I am very interested about what is growing on in my back yard. I am a humanitarian, so I like to help people. I am also an extrovert, therefore, I like to be with people of like mind.

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Tina
MS Dowling College • BA Stony Brook University
3+ Years Tutoring

Recalling my educational experiences, I am mindful of the significant impact that teachersmake on the lives of young people. I realize that the skills and knowledge acquired will be used by young people throughout life. I am a NYSED Childhood Education Grades 1-6 certified teacher (with extensions in both Early Childhood Education and Special Education). I currently have the privilege of teaching students of varied academic/age levels and diverse cultural backgrounds, as a substitute teacher. Years of experience authenticates my ability to help students grasp current Common Core State Standards in Math and English, along with fundamental skills in Science and Social Studies. I very much enjoy working with students of various ages and helping them improve in all academic subjects. I am passionate in working with them to effectively build their confidence in their ability to achieve academically.

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Nicole
MS Dowling College
3+ Years Tutoring

I absolutely love working with children. It is such a joy to watch students learn and understand. I have a masters degree in Elementary Education. I enjoy tutoring English & math. I have taught in public schools, private schools and homeschool.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tutors who attended or graduated from Dowling College bring firsthand knowledge of the institution's curriculum, expectations, and academic culture. They understand the specific challenges students face in Dowling's programs and can offer insights into how to succeed in that particular academic environment. Their direct experience with Dowling's coursework and teaching style gives them an advantage in helping current students navigate the same path they've taken.

Alumni tutors serve as proven success models—they've already mastered the material and thrived in Dowling's environment. They can share strategies that worked for them, explain how different concepts connect to real-world applications in their field, and provide encouragement based on their own experiences. This creates a mentoring relationship where you're learning not just the content, but also the mindset and habits that lead to academic success at Dowling.

Varsity Tutors connects students with Dowling alumni tutors across a wide range of subjects, including business, engineering, sciences, mathematics, writing, and humanities disciplines. Whether you need help with core general education courses or specialized upper-level coursework in your major, you can find a tutor with relevant Dowling experience. Many of these tutors have advanced degrees or professional experience in their fields, combining their academic background with practical expertise.

When you connect with Varsity Tutors, let us know you're looking for an instructor with Dowling College experience, and we'll work to match you with a qualified tutor from that background. Our matching process considers your specific subject needs, learning style, and preferences. This personalized approach ensures you get connected with someone whose experience aligns with your academic goals at Dowling.

Yes. Many Dowling College alumni tutors have completed advanced degrees, earned professional certifications, or gained substantial industry experience since graduation. Whether you're tackling introductory courses or specialized upper-level classes in your major, alumni tutors are equipped to provide expert guidance. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors whose qualifications match the level and complexity of the material you're studying.

Learning from someone who has walked the same halls and faced similar academic challenges can feel more relatable and motivating. Dowling alumni tutors understand the Dowling experience—from the campus culture to the professor expectations—and can normalize the struggles you're facing. They often bring genuine enthusiasm for helping fellow Dowling students succeed, creating a supportive learning environment based on shared institutional knowledge and genuine investment in your success.

While tutors focus primarily on academic instruction, many alumni are happy to share insights about their own career paths, how their Dowling education prepared them, and what employers value in graduates. These conversations can happen naturally during tutoring sessions and may provide valuable context for why you're learning certain material. This added perspective can help you stay motivated and understand how your studies connect to real-world opportunities.

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