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Katherine: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...a student, I had a hard time remembering concepts and terms. I had a near perfect attendance record, but still struggled with performing well on tests. I thought to myself, why was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually*...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
Fairfield University - Current Grad Student, School Counseling
ACT English: 34
Kelsey: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...developed during her formative elementary and high school years, and she believes that all students (regardless of their field of focus) need to build a solid foundation in writing, reading comprehension, grammatical and syntactical knowledge, and time management techniques. Kelsey has experience working with students of all ages and a wide range of subjects through her vast tutoring and editing background; she had worked as a lead tutor at a math-focused center for students ages 5...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
Nicolas: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...an ad hoc fashion, and often with a fair bit of trepidation and hesitancy. I find it tremendously satisfying to help students conquer those initial hurdles and gain a feeling of mastery and confidence. I am patient, and I encourage my students to be patient as well. I also help students faceand in so doing, conquertheir fear of failure. We practice not fearing mistakes, but seeing them as opportunities to learn, hone skills, and grow...
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Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
Margarita: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...have been tutoring students since I was in 7th grade, and my favorite subject to tutor is math. My family is originally from Russia, and I grew up with a very strong and traditional math background. I always find teaching math to students to be gratifying, and I hope to share some of my love for math with my students. I also enjoy tutoring test prep, especially since I know how stressful the process of...
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ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Lexi: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...an avid reader, which, I believe, has helped me develop an innate understanding of grammar. I love helping students with reading, English language and literature, and writing particularly around college applications, admissions essays, and SAT preparation. I have extensive experience tutoring foreign languages through my work as a Spanish & Arabic tutor at Princeton and through language exchanges completed while studying abroad in Mexico and Egypt (ages 18-30). I believe that learning a foreign language...
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Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Politics, Near Eastern Studies, Arabic
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 720
Shun: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...in the past. I think the main reason though is that once you have a strong understanding of the basics, taking on harder concepts becomes less of a challenge. The way I teach is pretty straightforward - the only thing I ask of students is to ask questions. Ask as soon as something comes into your mind because chances are if you are not sure of something now, you are definitely not going to be...
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Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Materials Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 800
Stephanie: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...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 find that my students...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience & Behavior
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
Johann: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...classroom instructor and one-on-one tutor in New York City. He teaches SAT and ACT prep classes to 10th and 11th grade students at The Lycee Francais of New York, The Spence School, The Nightingale Bamford School, and LaGuardia High School. For the past 4 years, he has tutored hundreds of students one-on-one for the SSAT, ISEE, and SAT II Math Subject Tests (I and II). He also advises students applying to performing arts conservatories and...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre/Music Theatre
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Jonathan: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
I am a undergraduate student in my final year of study studying biochemistry. I enjoy teaching and tutoring because I live for that "Aha!" moment my students get. I hope to study medicine one day.... I believe in a custom solution for each student, because each student has unique needs. I believe that every student has great potential, and I'm here to help them unlock it.... I'd usually create a structured study plan for them. Figure...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Biochemistry
Katherine: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, where I majored in Economics and Music. Outside of work (where I am a management consultant), I play hockey and piano. Since high school, I have helped fellow students with academics. At school, I was also a tutor through Penn's Tutoring Center. I think what makes me a successful tutor is the ability to not only understand the material but also the perspective of the tutee. This helps me...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Economics; Music
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 770
Devin: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...experienced tutor with a focus on coaching people for standardized tests. I graduated from Yale magna cum laude with a degree in philosophy and I've been in Chicago for two years working with the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights on voting and democracy issues. I scored well on my standardized tests (LSAT, ACT, AP Tests-5 on eleven different tests) and like helping other people do the same. Those tests are all beatable, and I think...
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Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 31
Anna: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
I am a recent graduate of Columbia University with a degree in English literature. I have tutored a variety of subjects for the past six years, including English, French, Writing, college applications, and test prep. I think that with the right attitude, any subject can be interesting and enjoyable, and I hope to instill the same sense of passion for these subjects in my students.
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, English
Rumit: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...recent graduate from Franklin and Marshall College with a major in Economics and a minor in Math. I have been tutoring for the last five years and have taught several subjects including Math (Algebra, Trigonometry, SAT, and SAT Subject Tests), Physics (High school and SAT Subject Tests), SAT Writing, and Economics (High school and AP level). I am extremely passionate about teaching and have taught students of several age groups (12 through 19). I would...
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Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics (and a minor in Mathematics)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Sean: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...a large test prep company. I understand what it is like to struggle through the LSAT and come out on the other side successful. Through teaching I have learned how to help students carve their own path to success and look forward to helping students recognize their academic strengths and address test challenges. As a writing teacher, I focus on helping students to write clearly and persuasively in as few words as possible. I have...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
New York University - Doctor of Laws, Legal Studies
LSAT: 173
Daniel: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College with a double-major in Biology and Psychology. Throughout college, I volunteered as a Biology tutor at my school's tutoring center, teaching assistant in General Chemistry, and Math tutor at the Special Needs Clinic at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Medical Center. My motivation for volunteering was kindled by upperclassmen and teacher assistants that helped me when I was in introductory courses. I credit attending weekly tutoring hours throughout college as...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Rithu: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...B, and C was a monumental achievement. The summer that I spent volunteering in India ignited a passion for education that I had not realized was inside of me. After that summer, I spent the next two years tutoring students in math, science and SAT prep, volunteering at Recording For The Blind and Dyslexic, teaching at Kumon: Math and Reading learning center, and joined Empower the Children, an organization for educational empowerment. In college, I...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior
NYU School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Residency - Ophthalmology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 740
Myles: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...Literature are two of my greatest passions, subjects I studied at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro. Though these subjects can at times be difficult to engage with, I am confident that together we can uncover new perspectives and learning strategies that will reinvigorate your relationship to the material and improve your grades dramatically. Sometimes all that is necessary for an academic breakthrough is seeing old material from a new vantage point! I know...
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro - Bachelors, Humanities and Social Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 760
Davon: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...I just finished university with a BA in math so this stuff is fresh on my mind. Even though I am a young guy I have a lot of experience tutoring especially in math. I was raised in New York so I know how crazy and stressful these regents can be and I know how to beat them. I'm happy to be tutoring for Varsity and I'd be happy to tutor your kid if you'd...
Education & Certification
University at Buffalo - Bachelors, Mathematics
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 35
ACT Science: 36
Claire: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
I am a Columbia University graduate who majored in Political Science, Classics and History. I have also spent the last year as an English teacher in Connecticut. I am available to tutor in New York City and the Stamford, CT area or online.
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Classics, Political Science & History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
Jude: Westchester tutor
Certified Tutor in Westchester, NY
...worked with learners anywhere from K-undergraduate levels. I really love teaching and helping students focus on the ways they learn best. For me, I've found that a holistic approach to subjectscritical thinking, essay structure, test-taking skillsis the best way to ensure success. My favorite subjects to teach are in Liberal Arts and test prep, but I like challenging myself as well. In addition to teaching, I really love traveling, riding my bike, sweaters, rain, flowers,...
Education & Certification
University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
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