Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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Hello! I am a licensed teacher with years of tutoring experience as well! I have a Masters Degree in Reading so I am able to teach a range of subjects. I also have an endorsement in Math, Social Studies and Special Education.
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...they can achieve any goal set before them. This is a valuable lesson that they can apply to their lives beyond the classroom. A classroom is a learning environment for all. My teaching style is best described as eclectic. While I am focused and organized, I vary my instructional methodologies to incorporate diverse activities and materials to engage and interest all students. I acknowledge the many different learning styles of students and maintain an excellent...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...and poise while using evidence to back up his claim. This moment solidified my passion for creating an inquiry-based learning environment where students are critical thinkers, feel empowered, engaged in the material they are learning, and inspired to speak their opinions confidently. In the five years I have been teaching, I am most proud of building valuable and trusting relationships with my students. These relationships spark higher motivation for learning and more positive and healthy...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...students develop critical-thinking skills. My experience has shown me that students respond well to positive reinforcement. I bring patience, flexibility and enthusiasm to my lessons. I'm also realistic schoolwork/test prep needs to get done. It is important for me to assess a student's abilities so that I can understand how to best instruct to their level and their needs. I also work with them to understand how they are learning. Are they practicing the skills...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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I am a recent graduate of the University of Southern California. I received a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.S. in Accounting Information Systems. After graduating this year, I traveled extensively through Europe and the Middle East. I have experience teaching English to children in Madrid; tutoring junior high students in mathematics; assisting my many siblings with standardized test prep; and peer tutoring college students in business courses. While I tutor a broad range...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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I've taught mathematics at the middle school level since 1972. I retired in 2009 after 37 years of teaching, took a year off, and decided that a life of retirement wasn't for me. Fortunately I was rehired as a math interventionist and I've been working at that job ever since, and loving it. I'm active in my local Lutheran church and served as its financial secretary. I'm currently an elder in my church. I've taught...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...well as their continued growth and productivity improvement. I currently have two dogs and one cat, so they keep me on my toes! My hobbies are shooting pool, baking & decorating cakes, watching the Green Bay Packers football team, and anything that is crafty or creative. I was the captain of a pool league team that contained a variety of skill levels. Our team goal was to win the championship for the chance to play...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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As a life long learner, instructional coach for college professors, and k-12 instructor, I am most happy when I can support those seeking to achieve their learning goals.... Education is the key to success and healthy habits of mind. Equipped with equitable access to differentiated learning strategies, expert instruction, personalization, and instructor empathy, learners can successfully achieve their educational goals.... I'd inquire about the student's interests and coursework to get to know strengths and weakness in...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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I graduated from the University of Akron with a degree in Middle Level Math and Language Arts (December 2018). I am certified to teach grade levels 4-9 in math/language arts. Right now I work full-time in a middle school with 7th and 8th graders. I look forward to working with students to build a solid foundation and grow them to be the exceptional students that they can be!
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...experience teaching Social Studies and Spanish on my native island and Oregon. I am a Spanish fluency enthusiastic. My love for the Spanish language is matched by my passion to help others learn it too. I earned my B. A. degree in Social Studies at Interamerican University and my master's Degree at Caribbean University, both located in Puerto Rico. My phrase: If you can see it in your mind it can manifest in your world....
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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Hello! My name is Cheyenne and I am a freshman at New York University. Education has always been very important to me, and I strongly believe in accessibility and making sure that every person has a fair shot at reaching their full potential. I have experience in a wide range of subjects, with reading, writing, and literature being my strong suits. I look forward to working with you!
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...will encourage students to share their opinions, perspectives, and inquiries in an environment in which they know they will be respected and valued. I am also invested in centering my tutoring session on the student needs and interests. As a future educator and dedicated tutor, I believe that my job is never truly finished at the end of the day. I am dedicated to exploring new ideas, improving upon old ones, and pursuing excellence for my...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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I am a Virginia certified high school teacher currently working at JEB Stuart High School teaching Drama. I have a strong academic background and have earned degrees from Fordham University (BA Theater, French), and the University of Tennessee (MFA Theater). I have taught students of all ages from kindergarten to high school, college, and senior citizens. I specialize in helping students find alternative paths to learning through my theater background. In addition to working at...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...ranging from pre-k-college so I have a wide range of experience. I enjoy working with kids of all ages and my favorite subjects to teach are math, biology, and chemistry. As a current student, I know that sometimes certain topics can seem impossible, but working at it is the only way to improve. I hope to provide the best possible tutoring experience for the student and the teacher in an environment conducive to learning. I...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...and Test Prep. While I have experience with a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics and Literature. Test Prep is also a wonderful time of expanding how students think and a great opportunity for encouragement and fun. I truly believe that helping students acquire the skills to be lifelong learners and helping them to see how education along with their personal interests makes them a valuable asset to society, is the foundation...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...are you a student with unique learning needs, who could use some caring, patience, and empathy, or simply can't afford a private tutor like me? Together, we will achieve this by carefully guiding your understanding of the most complex topics. We will do it through the methodical application of reason and logic, and the tools of self-paced learning, rather than sheer memorization. Together, we can do it: I've done it again and again with countless...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...I like seeing how elated 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...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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...Youth & Teens' Health (MYTH) geared towards mental health awareness and youth development. I've also served as an undergraduate researcher for 4 years from Howard University to MIT to UCLA research experiences. I've represented my country and school on the national and international level via conferences and research presentations. I'm a Forbes Under 30 Scholar and a fellow at the Clinton Global Initiative. I'm passionate about utilizing epigenetic research and international policy to achieve justice...
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Certified SSAT- Middle Level Tutor in Long Island, NY
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I have always been very enthusiastic about Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and all the sciences. I believe understanding these subjects from the first principles is extremely important as this ensures that the concepts will never be forgotten. I hope to instill a similar love of these subjects in my students.
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Private SSAT- Middle Level Tutoring in Long Island, NY
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Long Island SSAT- Middle Level Tutoring FAQ
The Secondary School Admission Test, also known as the SSAT, is used for admission to private elementary, middle, and high schools. There are three SSAT levels: Elementary, Middle, and Upper. The SSAT is available multiple times per year at designated testing sites worldwide.
The Middle Level SSAT is a multiple-choice exam for students who are currently in grades 5-7. There are three scored portions on the test and two that are not scored. The Quantitative, Reading Comprehension, and Verbal sections are scored. The Writing section is not scored, but it is sent to the admissions office of your selected school(s). It gives students an opportunity to show admissions officers how well they write and organize information. There is also an experimental section on the test, which is where new questions are tested. This section is likewise not scored. Varsity Tutors can help you connect with an exceptional SSAT Middle Level tutor who can assist your child with all areas of the exam.
The Quantitative section of the SSAT is broken into two parts. Your child will be given 30 minutes to answer each set of 25 questions. The questions measure your child's ability to solve problems involving arithmetic, elementary algebra, geometry, and data analysis/probability. Your child's personal SSAT Middle Level tutor can work with him or her on topics like estimation, sequences, absolute value, area, circumference, perimeter, and slope.
The Reading Comprehension section has 40 questions, which your child has 40 minutes to complete. This portion of the exam is used to determine how well your child is able to read and comprehend texts. Reading passages may be taken from the humanities, science, social studies, or literary fiction. They are usually around 300 words in length. Your child's tutor may work on recognizing the main idea, making predictions, or determining the author's purpose, attitude, and tone.
Your child will have 30 minutes to answer the 60 questions in the Verbal section of the SSAT, which is divided between 30 questions on analogies and 30 questions on synonyms. This portion of the test is used to measure verbal reasoning, the ability to logically relate ideas, and vocabulary attainment. Your child's tutor may work with him or her on developing the ability to recognize synonyms and the ability to accurately make comparisons between two similar concepts.
One of the most important benefits of working with a private tutor is the individualized learning plan the tutor will create based on your child's academic strengths and weaknesses. No time will be wasted covering topics that he or she is already proficient in. Instead, the time will be spent working with the concepts your child is struggling with.
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Recent Long Island SSAT- Middle Level Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I went through the assessment exam he took couple days ago. He scored around 1920 as his final score, which was only a short distance from our goal of 2100. He did a very good job on the quantitative and verbal section; he only needs to work on the reading section a little more. He seems to run out of time when finishing this section, but with adequate time he does get most of the questions right. We will work increasing his speed in our next session.
The student and I worked on the verbal portion of the SSAT. We reviewed synonyms and analogies from practice tests and examples from the website. I asked him to complete the practice tests in preparation for next week's session.
The student and I got a great start today working through the middle level SSAT. She has done some previous work with a tutor, and this has helped develop her vocabulary skills. In our first session, we worked through the analogy part of the English test and worked through the first of two Math sections. She is a quick study and understood corrections and strategies well enough to implement them on the next similar question.
Today the student and I finished going over the math homework from yesterday. We covered concepts including square roots, squares, and improper fractions. It was very successful and I look forward to tutoring him more subjects.
During this session the student and I worked on three key math concepts. We did numerous problems involving fractions, percentages and ratios. After completing some short lessons and sample problems, she demonstrated an ability convert fractions into percentages. She also showed progress on using her number sense (estimation) to eliminate answer choices. She struggled with the higher level questions that involved multiple steps or complex numbers (which is expected for a 5th grader). We also reviewed and completed sample problems from the verbal section of the exam. She demonstrated limited success with the synonym section. She described finding the analogies especially challenging. It is difficult to expand a child's vocabulary in a limited amount of time so in our next session we will focus on some basic vocabulary and answering strategies for synonyms. We will also review the different types of analogies in order to make her more comfortable with this type of question.
The student and I worked on some vocabulary words he had trouble with in his practice tests -- we reviewed definitions, discussed contexts, generated synonyms and made analogy questions. In our next session we will switch our focus from verbal to reading.
