Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Queens, NY

...to them. This strategy, along with consistent timed practice tests and questions, is generally my approach. I believe that all my students can achieve high scores once they understand certain nuances for their tests. Most standardized tests can be broken down in a very methodical way once the student gets a hang of it.... Keep explanations as simple as possible. I try to get students to understand problems on their own terms.

...I have encountered scholars with diverse reading levels and abilities. Although multiple strategies are used to reach each and every one of my students, one thing they all have in common is a shared love and appreciation for reading. While reading is my favorite, I have tutored students in phonics, writing, and elementary math. In...

...and now Columbia University), I always try to be a personable and positive figure with my tutees, because I understand what it's like at that age to have so much stress put upon you to improve your scores by X amount of points, and I want them to feel like a tutoring session is a...

...a NYC native, and a Bronx High School of Science graduate I understand that students are constantly under pressure and competition. My goal is to make sure students understand and believe in their own prowess while continuing to improve their skills and capacities. I hope that we will have an opportunity to work together in...

...pursue teaching during my work experience at university. I was mentored by an inspiring school teacher who included me completely in assisting the children with their learning and study skills. The students were involved in their learning and assessed their knowledge through fun activity and inquiry based exercises. I was able to observe the academic...

...tutored and/or taught in algebra 1, geometry, American literature, world literature, middle school math, middle school science, middle school English/reading, American history, world history, essay composition, SAT prep, SSAT/ISEE prep, SHSAT prep, and GRE prep. I always try to discern what the individual needs and learning styles of my students are and then try to...

...High School. I have taught students in private and group sessions. I currently tutor students from K-8th grade in Math, English, Social Studies, and Science. I enjoy teaching Math the most because it allows me to practice my teaching style, teach by doing examples and writing formulas down. Outside of teaching, my interests include playing...

As a self learner, I understand different struggles that students like myself might come across. I have a great passion for math and would love to share the tips and tricks that I have discovered that are application to not only the liberal arts but also in non academic activities as well.

...bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in biology from the City College of New York. I have played several roles on research projects related to psychology and to clinical oncology. Additionally, I have served as a teaching assistant for an introductory psychology course. Although my expertise lies within psychology, I am knowledgable about the...

...of my past tutoring experience was helping classmates with history, English and literature courses, and I've also led a few coding workshops. When I'm not working or reading, I usually can be found with video games and anime close at hand. Please reach out to me by email; I may not be reachable by phone...

...student deals with variables, those fundamental skills are needed. Second, repetition is a key to success. Continuously going over a topic will help a student understand the steps needed to do a problem. Even if a student understands the topic well, I will go over it step by step with one or two examples. Immediately...

...ACT, although I have never formally taken one). I am very warm and friendly and think that I can help you or your child learn at an accelerated pace. I graduated from the Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College with a 3.95 GPA and a degree in Mandarin and Environmental Studies. According to the official...

...grades K-12 and adult learners, helping students develop a passion for thinking creatively and for thinking critically. She taught her first class in highschool and never looked back. Her students love her wit, energy, compassion, and storytelling ability. They learn without feeling forced to wolf down loads of useless information. Shaniquoa attributes her Jedi teacher/tutor...

...of students ranging from elementary school through college. I love teaching but I study psychology and criminology at Penn State. I hope to one day work as a clinical psychologist who assists law enforcement agencies. I am an avid reader, I love learning, and I love sharing what I know with others.... There are hundreds of ways to learn. Every student is unique, so the key to teaching is to find what way works best for...

...fifth grade math at a charter school. Last year, my students' math state test scores were the sixth highest in New York State. My belief that every student can succeed and my relentless pursuit of that goal enables our success. Every day, I analyze student work to diagnose strengths and weaknesses and form individualized plans...

...their high school equivalency exams. I also worked for a semester as a teaching assistant for the Economics Department at Hunter College. While my specialty is teaching high school math and economics, I can work with students who need help with High school Science and English classes. In my free time, I enjoy reading, cycling,...

...top NYC public schools. I believe that doing well in school is not solely about the grades you make, but also about the hands you shake. In addition to teaching you trignometry, I will mentor you on how to approach school. My name is Alif. I work as a finance & risk consultant. I do...

...school students (through Kumon Learning Center), as well as high school students to improve their grades in classes and/or reach their goals in standardized tests. I'm skilled in tutoring a broad range of different subjects, especially in the fields of science, math, and test prep. I bring a patient, personalized and collaborative approach to my...

...the humanities and social sciences. I also tutor in Mandarin Chinese. As a native speaker in Chinese, I love to teach Chinese because the language relates to my background and specialty. I can also tutor areas in social sciences, including statistics, biostatistics, psychology, etc. I am looking forward to meeting new students. My teaching philosophy...

...equally strong experience teaching and tutoring all three sections of the SAT. What makes me a great tutor is my ability to empathize with the needs of each of my tutees and help them figure out how they best learn the material. My proficiency in the subject and strong teaching background are two different skills;...