Award-Winning Psychology Tutors serving Smithtown, NY

...elementary through college-level students in a variety of subjects (primarily liberal arts.) Everyone has a unique learning style. As a tutor, I identify and utilize study techniques that each student feels works best for them. When a student is not sure how to approach a subject, I gain their perspective and guide them through breaking down the material into manageable sections. My ultimate goal is to enhance a students learning experience as much as possible....

I am currently a first year medical student at Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education. I have been tutoring elementary to high school students since 2014. I am more than willing to help anyone who struggles with Math, Science and even English! My favorite subject is science, hence why I want to be a physician. I am here to motivate and inspire students to do their best in everything. Confidence is key.

My philosophy as a tutor is that learning only occurs if interest can be cultivated. My goal is to help students find their passion for scholarship as I found mine; through discovery.

...graduate student working on my second masters (MSW), with my first MA in General Psychology and Substance Abuse Counseling. I plan to apply to the PsyD or Ph.D. Clinical Psychology program in the future in order to gain more experience with research as well as providing adequate therapy. Currently, while working underneath my supervisor, I run varied groups in a psychiatric inpatient facility. My interest in tutoring and helping students stems from a group I...

...volunteer English language teacher in Madrid, Spain, during my semester abroad in the Spring of 2014. I love traveling as well and am extremely excited to be returning to Madrid in September on a Fulbright grant to be an English Teaching Assistant at the high school level! My approach to tutoring has always been about understanding each student's individual style as a learner to create lessons best-tailored to his or her specific needs. I try...

I believe that every student has the ability to learn if we can figure out how to best meet their needs. No one is perfect, but practice and patience will help us get closer. I am a 26 year old graduate from Hunter College with a Masters degree in Childhood Education with certification to teach the blind and visually impaired. I also received my Bachelors degree in Psychology from Marist College.

...individuals and groups of all ages, specializing in English as a Second Language students. I have tutored in a variety of subjects but have had the most experience as a writing and reading comprehension and SAT tutor. I believe in a teaching style that is adaptable to the student, and I also believe, of course, that learning should be fun! Outside of my academic interests, I'm a varsity fencer on the Columbia team, and I...

...spent in test prep. I love helping students find meaning in their learning. So, you won't be bored. We will develop a plan each session and work hard to complete it -- with stops along the way to try out our learning with games, visuals and fun! I am a nationally known leader in teaching with technology, and you'll see that in each of our tutoring sessions if you'd like. We are a team! That...

...for empowerment. In addition, throughout my medical education, I have honed my communication skills through numerous presentations, debates, and role plays, which have equipped me to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse audiences. Additionally, my studies in theology at Life Christian University have further developed my ability to connect with individuals of all ages through counseling and ministering. This unique blend of medical knowledge and pastoral care allows me to create a supportive and engaging...

...California. I continued to write articles for young adult career blogs during my undergraduate degree at NYU, and I had a chapter of my undergraduate thesis published in Columbia University's narrative medicine journal. I am currently working on publishing my master's thesis. I scored in the 88 percentile on the verbal (reading and writing) portion of my GRE exam and received a perfect score (12/12) on my SAT essay and a score in the 98th...

...school which covered a wide range of subject areas such as Social Studies, Spanish, etc. Then, I continued in college to tutor my peers in the Spanish language to help improve their reading, writing, and conversation skills. I have vast experience traveling to and living in Spanish speaking countries growing up. I am extremely passionate about sharing my knowledge on given subjects. I love to travel, play golf, read spy novels, and spend time with...

...strengths, questions, and needs to others. In turn, I intend to help them become motivated to pursue their academic betterment independently, encouraging them to embrace education as an opportunity for personal growth and empowerment. I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a B.A. in English. I predominantly tutor reading comprehension and writing skills, in addition to providing essay planning and editing help for all subjects and grade levels. I can also provide homework help and...

I graduated from New York University with a bachelor of science degree in Global Public Health & Biology. I have been working as a tutor with Varsity tutors for the last 8 years and have worked with a wide variety of students. I absolutely love to teach and share my knowledge with others. When I am not teaching or doing scientific research, I love to read, dance, try new foods and play tennis!

I graduated from New York University with my Bachelor's degree in Biology and Psychology. Currently, I am an Administrative Assistant at a cancer hospital. I have previously worked with children, primarily kindergarteners, through America Reads and Counts. My specialty areas are Psychology, Biology and Math. I am very focused and patient. I am looking to be a mentor and a resource for anyone that I tutor.

...experience and college education, I am proficient in all the SAT sections, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, general Essay Writing, Biochemistry, and Psychology. I personally enjoy tutoring SAT Critical Reading and Physics the most. To me, language is beautiful and I love exploring and discussing the mechanics of analyzing literature (as students must do on the Critical Reading Section). Physics, on the other hand, explains many of the wondrous everyday phenomenon around us. As a child, I...

...be going into Medical School in July. Tutoring has always been one of my favorite hobbies. I love working with students of all change. One of my favorite parts of tutoring is the ah-hah moment. When I here ah-hah moment from the student, the joy I feel is unparalleled to any other joy. That feeling surpasses all feeling and I hope I can as a tutor help you get to the ah-hah moment.

...set up a curriculum that works to strengthen his or her weaknesses whether that be reading comprehension, grammar skills, algebra, test taking tips, time management, etc. During our sessions together, we will review the problems that I have provided for homework, and I will instruct the student on better and faster ways to solve the correct problems and demonstrate ways to approach the problems that they did not know how to solve. Additionally, I always...

...of subjects, and specifically very passionate about tutoring all levels of Biology and Chemistry, ACT prep, and AP English, History, and Science tests. There is something so rewarding about breaking down large, complex mechanisms and concepts into understandable parts. I approach every session with a clear goal for each student's needs - whether that is a specific problem or just general content review. I've strengthened my ability to identify specific obstacles and turn them into...

...currently working towards my degree. My academic interests and strengths include math, psychology, sociology, writing, and test prep. I have had several tutors over the course of my academic career and they have helped me immensely, so now I'd like to be able to help others succeed. My interests outside of school include singing, swimming, travel, and taking care of my dog. Please feel free to contact me for any advice or availability.

...4+ years of tutoring experience beginning with introductory college algebra and currently with all levels of high school biology including AP and college-level courses. I also cover middle and elementary levels of science, math, reading, and writing. My strength is my dedication to making the material clear and easy to understand. If you share your learning style I am happy to engage in that mode of explanation. Thanks and I look forward to learning together!