Award-Winning Tutors from New York University

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I am a professional writer, editor, and teacher with a range of experience leading classes on writing and working with high-school and college-level students to improve their essay-writing and test-taking skills. I am eager to work with students in middle school, high school, or college to improve their reading comprehension and critical writing skills, assist with standardized test prep (ACT, SAT, GRE), provide guidance on college application essays, and teach a wide range of subjects in the humanities and social sciences. I am a diligent, patient, and personable teacher who is skilled at addressing students' challenges with writing at every level of the process, from effectively organizing thoughts and structuring an essay to developing a persuasive argument and ensuring correct grammar and spelling. I am also deeply familiar with the genre of the college application essay, and can advise students from my experience as a tutor who has worked with students on their college application essays as well as an administrator who has reviewed hundreds of grant applications for cultural non-profits. Finally, I am well-versed with a range of standardized tests, having earned an International Baccalaureate diploma and scored in the very top percentiles for the SAT and GRE.For the last year, I have worked closely with college freshmen to develop their writing skills as adjunct professor of an introductory writing and literature at the School of Visual Arts, a leading private art school in New York. In addition to my teaching experience, I have worked for several years as a writer and editor for leading cultural publications and media outlets including Art in America, Creative Time Reports, The New York Times T Magazine, and National Public Radio. I hold an MFA in Art Criticism and Writing from the School of Visual Arts, where I earned the Paula Rhodes Memorial Award for Exceptional Achievement in Art Criticism and Writing. Previously, I received a BA magna cum laude from New York University, where I majored in Comparative Literature. This fall, I will be entering a PhD program at Brown University to study Modern Culture and Media.

I am a Mechanical Engineering student, and I have tutored elementary and middle school students since 5 years ago. I am most passionate about Physics and Math subjects. I believe that learning should be enjoyable inside and outside the classroom.

I have over ten years of tutoring and teaching experience at the college and grade school levels. As a PhD Linguist, I have a solid understanding of phonetics, second language acquisition, and cross-linguistic differences. I am also experienced with training students for American standardized tests including the SAT, ACT and GRE. These tests require endurance and confidence as well as fundamental skills, which means that all these components have to be learned, practiced, and nurtured equally for a student to achieve a truly excellent score. At the Yale Autism Clinic, I have worked with special needs children on academic achievement. Additionally, I have worked as a homework helper for both low and high achieving students.

I'm a recent graduate of New York University, where I earned a degree in Psychology with a minor in Child & Adolescent Mental Health Studies. I am continuing my education at Teachers College, Columbia University as a Master's student in the Counseling Psychology program. I have a strong passion for helping students build confidence in their academic journey. My background in psychology equips me to not only explain complex concepts in an accessible way but also to understand different learning styles and tailor my approach to each student's needs. I have volunteered in roles that involve working closely with neurodivergent individuals and their families, supporting diverse learning styles, communication needs, and emotional experiences. Through this volunteer work, I have developed strong skills in adapting instruction, breaking down complex tasks, and using strengths-based strategies to support academic growth. My approach is patient, interactive, and encouraging.

Reflecting on my educational experiences, I appreciate the immeasurable impact that my former teachers and professors have contributed to my academic success. As a recent graduate, I realize the skills and knowledge acquired in their classrooms have been instrumental in creating opportunities for my academic, personal, and career advancement. Therefore, as a tutor, I hope to inspire the same level of confidence that will enable my students to think critically and bestow upon them the knowledge, motivation, and strategies needed to succeed in their academic endeavors.As an experienced student who has navigated across the spectrum of academia, I know how stressful exam preparation / grade performance can be for ambitious students. With my proven method of test preparation that I used for the SAT, GRE, and GMAT, I can help students plan and execute a strategy that will improve their scores. Similarly, from achieving 700 on the SAT Math to writing a 90 page graduate dissertation, I possess a range of math/language skills that I can pass to my students so that they can surpass their peers and rise to the top of the class.Education:Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School, 2005Pennsylvania State University, 2010BS Supply Chain Management, Smeal College of Business (#5 US News and World Report, Undergraduate Rankings By Major)Stanley Druckenmiller Scholarship RecipientNew York University, 2013 (Accelerated 1 Year Program)MA Cinema Studies, Tisch School of the Arts (#2 USA Today, Graduate Rankings by Major)University of Pittsburgh, 2014 (Accelerated 1 Year Program)MBA, Katz Graduate School of Business (#23 Financial Times, MBA Rankings by Public Institution)May M. Gregg Endowment Scholarship Recipient

Any teacher should always strive to improve instruction and their understanding of the community in which they teach, the school, the classroom, their students, and themselves. After all, teaching is more than something we do; it is a part of who we are. Teaching is not just a job but also a way of life. I have been a teacher my whole life. Even when I was in elementary school, I would teach my brother and cousins addition and multiplication facts. Into high school, I shared my passion for mathematics by presenting and sharing mathematics to other students at the Al Kalfus Long Island Math Fair, and then supervising the Peer Tutoring Program through National Honor Society. In college, although not sure at first of my career path, I decided teaching mathematics was what I was good at and what I enjoyed doing, and something I needed to do. So, I assisted a middle school mathematics teacher in her classroom to start pursuing this career as well as learn more about the classroom structure and teacher techniques. Furthermore, I commuted to New Jersey every week to teach students mathematics at my grandmother’s learning center, started an internship with Chess-in-the-Schools to help them start their College Bound tutoring program, and tutored and graded for the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. However, I was interested in other ways of learning and teaching that were less traditional, and I became a site leader for an Alternative Breaks trip to Nicaragua for Public Health and Education and became a Resident Assistant at Lafayette Residence Hall. However, my interests and hobbies expand into many categories including playing piano and saxophone, doing gymnastics, participating in German culture, Bollywood and country music (I really like all genres though). I can solve a Rubik's cube in three minutes. I also speak Spanish, and I am from Wantagh, Long Island.

I'm currently a senior at New York University. I originally started college as a pre-medical student, but then switched to a Psychology major, with a Biology and Chemistry double minor after I decided Medical school just wasn't for me. My plan for he future is still undecided, however I'm leaning towards pursuing a higher degree in Genetics. I loved school when I was growing up, and science and math classes were my favorite subjects because they made the most sense to me, but I understand that they can become very challenging very fast.My past tutoring experience involved mostly mathematics tutoring in subjects such as geometry and algebra, but I feel just as confident in my knowledge about the science courses to be equally helpful.As a tutor, I like to get to the core of the problem that my students are having with their respective subjects. I am a firm believer in going back to the very basics and building a strong foundation to build upon as the material becomes more difficult.I try to keep a light-hearted environment when I tutor mostly because of my personality, but also because I've realized that being in a very low stress environment is very conducive to learning.Let me help you achieve the grades you want, and hopefully you'll enjoy it as much as I do!

Having taught at the junior high and high school and junior college both on the East Coast and Midwest, from big schools in the inner city to small schools in the small town to learners from every ethnicity and background, I feel uniquely qualified to teach students those skills that will help them meet the challenges they will face. Of course, because I like to both write and read, open always to explore avenues in either discipline: these habits have become attributes that I can impart to the learner.

I am passionate about helping students become more confident in essay writing. As a current economics student at NYU, I have extensive experience articulating arguments and crafting clear, well-organized essays. Outside the classroom, I have also written and edited articles for a human rights organization. My combined academic and editorial background allows me to help students develop a strong, structured voice and communicate their ideas effectively through writing.

Hi! I'm Ayushmaan, an incoming freshman at NYU Stern studying Business and Political Economy (BPE). I have extensive tutoring experience, teaching the SAT Bootcamp for 80 hours on Schoolhouse.world and working for over a year and a half at Mathnasium -- teaching math from Pre-K to high school -- for 6-8 hours per week. Academically, I took APUSH last year and scored a 5 on the exam, receiving an A+ in the class. Overall, if you're looking for sessions that will both be fun and casual yet productive, then I'm the tutor for you.

I graduated from New York University with honors and a B.F.A. in Playwriting. For the past two years, Ive been working as a T.A. for several writing classes at NYU, and its quickly become my favorite job. I love helping students find their writing voices. Ive been developing my own method of guiding the young reader or writer who has just begun discovering what he or she has to say, but has not yet discovered how he or she can say it. In addition, Ive been tutoring reading, writing, algebra, and SAT prep. I had a difficult time with the multiple choice reading and writing sections in high school, and I empathize with students who struggle with that format, with students who have trouble narrowing their ideas into one single-letter answer. My teaching technique is one that Ive learned from favorite teachers over the years, one that inspires focused, investigative, creative learning: Im committed to the belief that the only way students learn is by by doing. I ask questions, I guide, I challenge, and I direct, but I always enable the student to find the answer on their own. I believe this is the only way that students learn not only to do the work, but to understand the work. Outside of teaching, I love theatre, movies, poetry, art, and running around the city.

My experience in education spans multiple formats such as counselor for summer research camps, teaching assistant for college courses, tutor for college courses, and dance instructor. These different positions have pushed me to broaden my perspective on how to communicate with students and address the topics they do not understand. While my educational background has more than prepared me to understand the basics of the science subjects that my students were studying, my goal as an instructor reaches beyond simply teaching the lesson; I also aim to spark my student's interests in the subject and make the lesson fun for them. I know from personal experience that learning any lesson is easier when one is interested and enjoys the learning experience. To that effect, I use concepts and analogies that relate to the students and grab their interests, and this relation may be from other topics or courses they have previously studied or an experience they come across on a daily basis. The latter is especially effective since that daily experience would serve to reinforce the lessons for the students and commit it to memory. These techniques, along with others, work well for tutoring since we often must cover a large amount of information in a relatively short amount of time.

I graduated with honors from New York University with a B.F.A. in Drama. While at NYU, I took a variety of classes to satisfy my degree, from Astronomy to Greek Mythology, because I love learning. By extension, I love teaching because I enjoy helping others become passionate about knowledge. I have been a gymnastics coach, a camp counselor, and a tutor, teaching sports, arts and crafts, and school subjects to children of all ages. My favorite subjects to tutor are English and Spanish, because I love helping people to express themselves. Reading and Writing are such important tools to have in life, so I take my job as an English tutor very seriously. My goal is to not only help a student acquire the necessary skills needed to succeed, but to enjoy doing so. This is also why I tutor children of all ages in standardized test preparation. I know tests are a formidable challenge to many people, but I believe that they can be fun if a student feels prepared and confident. In my mind, a test is an opportunity to display hard work and knowledge, not something to be feared. My tutoring style is very focused, fun, and relaxed. I believe students do best when in a calm, encouraging atmosphere. I never stray from the task at hand, but I do introduce a certain level of silliness and play in my teaching. I think this makes a student more open to learning and more available to growth in a subject. My theater background has helped me learn a variety of memorization techniques that I look forward to sharing with my students. I understand that different people learn in different ways, so I always cater my tutoring to a student's personality, preferences, and needs. I enjoy getting to know a student, discovering the ways in which they learn best, and crafting a tutoring approach specifically for them. Besides teaching, I enjoy playing soccer, acting in films, singing and dancing, and, of course, reading and writing.

I have 2+ years of experience teaching FIRST LEGO League Robotics and 2+ years of experience tutoring ACT/SAT math and middle school math (pre-algebra, algebra, probability, geometry). I hope to help more students to reach their academic goals.

I am currently a full-time undergraduate student at NYU majoring in Psychology. I have tutored through high school in many subjects such as US History, Algebra I, Algebra II, Trigonometry, and other Regents subjects. I have also tutored SAT I/SAT II Math as well as English Lit SAT II. I am willing to travel within New York City to meet with students.I consider myself as hard-working and creative. I will work my best to cater to every student's individual needs.I have great interest in mathematics, psychology, writing, and more.

I am current student at the New England Conservatory pursuing my Masters degree in Music Composition. I received my Bachelors from NYU in Music Theory/Composition.For four summers, I worked as a counselor at a computer camp, where I taught students aged 6-11 website design, Scratch programming, and movie making. I've also worked as a Writing Center tutor, and have informally tutored friends in music theory.My teaching philosophy is that one has to want to learn something for its own sake in order to truly get the most value out of it. Whatever I am teaching, I try my best to impart the importance and beauty of the thing itself.

I am a tutor that is interested in helping people to succeed in their classes and enjoy learning.

Hi! I'm Sophie and I have several years of tutoring and teaching experience. I love helping students gain confidence and discover that learning can be fun. My teaching style is patient, interactive, and personalized. I break down difficult concepts into simple steps and encourage students to ask questions and think critically.

I am a graduate of New York University and majored in Economics and Math. I realized I enjoyed tutoring in college when I would create study sessions with my peers and saw first hand how positively people can react to one on one practice. I started tutoring at university because I truly enjoyed helping others and knew with a little guidance I can teach anyone the proper ways to solve what looks like a difficult problem. I am a friendly, motivated tutor looking to help students that need a little boost to get some difficult concepts down. I am proficient in maths ranging from basic algebra to calculus and will work whenever and with whoever is willing to improve their skills

I'm a graduate of NYU with a BA in creative writing and mathematics. I have extensive experience with assisting high-school aged kids through the college admissions process and take personal responsibility for the success of my students. I'm especially passionate about making mathematics accessible, I firmly believe that every young person has the ability to excel in this field. I'm also passionate about helping students clarify their writing, I think it is the core of higher level academic achievement. I have a passion for eduction and I look forward to being a part of your academic future!

Hello! I am an experienced tutor that's looking forward to working with you! Learning can be tricky and I'm willing to get creative and work with you in whatever way helps you best absorb knowledge. I have a degree in acting and am currently finishing up a degree in Speech-Language Pathology at NYU.

I am a graduate of New York University where I received both my Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Biological Anthropology with a focus on primatology and behavioral biology. I undertook my thesis fieldwork in Puerto Rico where I studied infant development and endocrinology in a group of semi-wild monkeys. I am currently pursuing my doctorate degree in Anthropological Sciences at Stony Brook University. Before embarking on a scientific career, I was interested in English and French language and literature. I studied abroad in Paris for a summer as an undergrad where I took an intensive French language course. I have always been interested in creative writing, particularly poetry, and greatly enjoy helping my students find their own unique voices through their writing. Although I tutor an array of subjects, I am most passionate about helping students succeed with Writing and Biology. I am a strong believer in the value of knowledge and am passionate about equipping my students with the tools to think critically both inside and outside of the classroom. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, spending time with my pets, yoga, and traveling.

Bonjour! My name is Tara C., and I recently graduated from NYU with an MA in French Studies. I use visual, auditory, and sensory methods to help students listen to their own speaking voices and understand the language. I am fluent in French and use techniques such as Cloze stories, Mad Libs, and conversation.My tutoring experience includes my internship at the Alliance Francaise of Greenwich where I helped teach French to young children, and my volunteer work at the Port Chester YMCA where I helped elementary school students with their homework. I look forward to bringing students closer to an understanding of French.

I tutor because there is so much to learn in the world, and learning should not be done alone. Education is the best way to open up the world for yourself, and it has to start somewhere - in school, a tutoring session, traveling, making mistakes, reading, and just experiencing life!

I am a Master's of Science candidate at New York University in Global Affairs. I graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor's in International Studies and Spanish with a minor in Latin American Studies. I have experience with tutoring as I was a Spanish tutor during college. I was hired by the University to tutor current students. Additionally, I was a tutor for a home-schooled middle school student. The subjects of focus were Spanish, English, and occasionally Science and Social Studies. My subject focuses at Varsity Tutors are Spanish and English, particularly reading, writing, and speaking. I am easy to get along with and adaptable to all age ranges as I have tutored varying ages. I look forward to working with more students to further their understanding of English and Spanish!

My experience with tutoring stems back to my high schools days, where I would work in the language lab to help my peers increase their proficiency with Spanish and French. After graduating from high school with my IB diploma, I attended New York University, where I majored in Politics and Spanish. I then attended Loyola Marymount University where I received my master's degree in Urban Education. I have worked in education for the past 6 years, beginning as a 2012 Teach For America corps member in Los Angeles. I have taught nearly every subject in middle school classrooms, and I have taught both biology and algebra to high schoolers. My favorite subjects to tutor are mathematics and Spanish, as I find them to be the most engaging, but I enjoy and can help with nearly all content areas. When I was in school, I was (and still am!) a self-described "nerd" who really enjoyed expanding my knowledge base and taking on academic challenges. I hope to impart the idea that tackling new concepts can be fun and rewarding at the same time. Additionally, as a generally "good test taker," I enjoy helping students hone their test taking skills to achieve optimal results. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy running, listening to music, a game of tennis, or a good TV-binge session.

I am a dedicated, devoted, and creative aide on the path to understanding. Aide consacr, devot, et cratif sur le chemin la comprhension totale. I am a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. I have been teaching private students (Voice, Theatre, English, French) and groups (Voice, Theatre, English, French) for over twelve years. I run a non-profit LLC (Trust Your Gut Productions) and am a working actor/composer. One of the most fulfilling things for me is helping those who wish to better themselves and their skill-sets to do so. My affable, professional approach is both fun and effective for my students, who have gone on to Broadway, to move to the States (or to France), and more. -French (Grammar, Conversation, Accent Reduction) -English (Grammar, Conversation, Accent Reduction, Writing) -Music Theory -Vocabulary and Grammar

Caring and knowledgeable math tutor proficient at utilizing tutoring skills in a way to maximize test results.

I'm from Beijing, China. I've been studied Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language over 6 years. And I just gained my mater degree in education from NYU. Now, I'm a certificated teacher in New York State. I've worked with different age groups both in and after class to serve different purpose. I always believe that language functions far beyond communication, it also shows people the path to a new culture.

I'm a student at NYU working on my BM in Vocal Performance. I'm energetic, cheerful, competitive, and I like thinking outside the box. I love figuring things out and learning things and am excited to get to know and teach you!

I tutor with two purposes regardless of the subject matter. The first is to meet the student's goals. The second is to give each student the skills to teach himself or herself. Those learning skills will enable them to improves their academic performance and as important build self-confidence.

I'm a second year MD/PhD student currently enjoying medical school. I'm a laid back guy who loves to teach and help people understand topics. I also enjoy teaching people new ways to learn, allowing them to spend less time studying and more time enjoying other activities, like playing soccer or exploring around their city.

Hello everyone! I'm a passionate and patient Teacher who has been teaching in the U.S. and Asia (China and South Korea) for the last 12 years. I hold a BFA in Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts, a MA in Education from New York University, and TOEFL certification. Understanding and mastery of learning content can be achieved by independent perseverance and attention to detail. Never give up! In my experience those students who put the most effort in and are seriously committed to achieving their learning goals, usually do. I have taught students of all ages from elementary school to adult, in the content areas of English reading, writing, grammar, TOEFL prep study, and art history to name a few. I feel that I have a very good understanding in these areas and can be helpful to potential students.

I graduated from NYU's Steinhardt School of Education with my dual Masters degrees in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. I am also a certified teacher for birth through 2nd grade and have my certification in Students with Disabilities. I previously attended Pomona College where I received my Bachelor of Arts in English. I have taught for two years in a preschool prior to enrolling at NYU. I am passionate about providing each child I encounter with a lifelong love of learning and curiosity. I am able to tutor all aspects of ELA in Elementary School, including reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, phonics, decoding, comprehension and more, which are my favorite to teach or tutor. In addition, I am very proficient and eager to help with all aspects of English and essay writing or editing from elementary school through college, including SAT English and College Application Essays. I love to make tutoring sessions fun with games that accomplish goals rather than rote memorization or school-like lessons and homework. I meet students where they are in their work and in terms of their interests so that they are included in the work we do together. Outside of tutoring, I love reading, yoga, psychoanalysis and my two cats.

I am majoring in Dramatic Writing at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, and minoring in education. While I tutor in a wide range of subjects, I particularly have a passion for reading, writing, essay prep, and theater. I am an enthusiastic and involved teacher, and believe that learning should be fun and interactive. I believe everyone has their own unique way of learning, and I work hard to find what each individual student needs to stay motivated and confident in their studies. I am very skilled at guiding students to find their own answers, so that they will grasp concepts with complete understanding and a commitment to the material.

I am a graduate of New York University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Childhood (G 1-6) Education and Childhood (G1-6) Special Education. I have gotten my teacher certification in the state of New York, right after graduating. After graduating from NYU, I taught English to students in Elementary School in Korea (G1-6) and I have taught all different levels. I am now pursuing a master's of Education in English Language Learner program at Vanderbilt University. I am passionate about elementary education and teaching English as a foreign language. In my experience of learning and teaching elementary school, I always try to make the activity more engaging and fun. In my spare time, I like to listen to music, watch tv, and hang out with friends.

Entertainment is a very important part of my life. Some of my favorite things to do include playing & watching sports, writing TV/movie scripts - as well as watching them, performing and watching stand-up comedy, and listening to music - as well as making the occasional (awful, but fun) rap song. Because of all of this, I strive to bring entertainment to tutoring - if you have an interest in sports, I will relate learning and the academic subject itself to sports. The same goes for any of your interests - I will bring out the fun in them. Learning should not be a tedious chore, it should be a fun, enriching experience. For the same reason you can probably recite your favorite movie line-for-line, but can't seem to remember when the Magna Carta was signed: We tend to be much better at remembering things we enjoy!

I am currently a PhD student in high energy theoretical physics at New York University, with research interests in quantum gravity and holography. Prior to starting my PhD, I completed my Bachelor's at Brandeis University in Physics and Pure Mathematics, with a minor in Computer Science. Throughout my time at Brandeis and NYU, I have been a teaching assistant for various physics courses, ranging from introductory physics for pre-medical students to quantum mechanics and general relativity. My teaching experience so far has been a mix of in-person and online, leading recitation sections, classes, and study sessions. I have a particular fondness for teaching introductory physics courses, since I've always hated hearing people say "I hated physics in high school" or "you have to be a genius to study physics", the latter of which is certainly not true (trust me). I think, when done properly, teaching physics to students for the first time can be unbelievably rewarding. I love giving students a better understanding of the world around them, and helping them to appreciate all the science behind the technologies they use daily. I have also helped my students in the past with reviewing calculus, geometry, algebra, trigonometry, and other more advanced areas of mathematics as they appear in physics. From having taught and tutored mathematics and physics in the past, I have found that solving problems is absolutely essential to learning the material. So, during tutoring sessions I dedicate a substantial amount of time to solving problems based around the material covered. Physics and mathematics lectures tend to lean more theoretical in nature, so I believe that tutoring should serve as a practical supplement to the otherwise dense and theoretical lectures. Of course, I also see the value in having theoretical-style lectures, and enjoy teaching those. However, especially for students who are just beginning to learn physics and mathematics, seeing many MANY worked examples is crucial to internalizing the material. Moreover, having these tutoring sessions be interactive, where I can ask the students questions and they can ask me questions, seems to intellectually stimulate students far more than if I were just talking to them. Outside of academia, I enjoy exercise, training jiu jitsu and muay thai, reading, listening to music, and spending time with my family. As of late, my reading mostly consists of Christian theology (Thomas Aquinas and the various Ancient Church Fathers) and 20th century history.

I am a Liberal and Fine Arts educator. I received an MA in Educational Theater from New York University and a BFA in Theater Arts with a minor in Creative Writing from The University of The Arts. After graduation, I taught at two prestigious secondary schools: Hunter College High School and Leman Manhattan Preparatory School. I became a certified IB Film teacher in 2020. I have taught Media Studies, IB Film, and many Theater courses to students of all ages. I have supervised many IB Extended Essays and all of my advisees have all passed with great success. I now teach Theater and Film at Dwight Global Online School. I am skilled in building community and relationships with students in a digital learning space. I've also spent seven years teaching in international schools, where I have the opportunity to meet students from all over the world. My years of teaching in academically rigorous schools combined with my crisis counseling experience enables me to nurture each student while cultivating their individual talents in a safe space. When I am not teaching, I am directing, reading books, watching films, studying American Sign Language, or spending time in nature with my family.