American Literature Tutors in Westbury, NY
Results 1 - 14 of 547
Education
Stony Brook University - BA, History , Queens Colege - MA, History
Experience
When I have time to myself, I like to run, read, and explore Long Island. History, AP U.S. Government & Politics, AP United States History, College Essays, English, Essay Editing, European History, Grammar and Mechanics, Literature, Phonics, Public Speaking, Reading, REGENTS,...
Education
Stony Brook University - Bachelors, English , Hofstra University - Masters, English and Creative Writing
Experience
It's very rewarding to help students who struggle with a topic come to an understanding and appreciation of a subject . I customize my approach to meet the needs of each individual student, so I can help students with any difficulty . I enjoy tutoring subjects like reading,...
Education
CUNY Queens College - BA, Comparative Literature , New York University - MA, Literary Translation: French to English
Experience
In this role, I was a teacher's assistant in a second-grade classroom . This opportunity inspired me to pursue a career in teaching . More recently, I have taught in New York State and France . In France, I taught ESL in the classroom and in an afterschool program for ages...
Education
Colgate University - BA, English , Fordham Law - JD, Law
Experience
I want students to realize that there is so much more to taking a test than simply getting a passing grade . With each one, you learn something new . The reward is developing new thought processes that can be used in other areas of life in the future . I can see the true...
Education
New York University - BA, English
Experience
I like to be creative and engaging when working with my students . If my students are interested in a subject, they are more willing to work hard . If the student has motivation, it's easier to have growth .? I have traveled the world and have worked as a private tutor since...
Education
Yale University - BA, English, Theater Studies
Experience
Outside tutoring, I enjoy acting, running, reading, playing the piano, and watching Game of Thrones. College Essays, English, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, Homework Support, Literature, PSAT Critical Reading, PSAT Writing Skills, Reading, REGENTS, Shakespeare, SHSAT,...
Education
Harvard University - BA, History and Literature
Experience
I still?write for the theater and I am doing apprentice work with?a resident theater group in the Metropolitan Museum . My goal is to earn my Playwriting Master of Fine Arts and my doctorate in American Studies . As a tutor, I tailor my instruction to each individual student...
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Journalism , Master of Arts - MA, English
Experience
I came away from this experience with a much broader and deeper appreciation for the disciplines in my area of expertise . I think an education provides exceptional benefits, and this view sets the tone for when I tutor or teach . My tutoring subject areas include AP English...
Education
Vassar College - BA, History and Education , Fordham Univeristy - MS, Adolescent Social Studies Education
Experience
I love to get to know my new students, and find out what makes them tick, as well as their interests . This way, I am able to create fun and interesting lesson plans, and able to relate material to them in a way that makes sense . I want all my students to feel confident in...
Education
University of Georgia - Bachelors, English, Economics , New York University - Masters, Economics
Experience
Writing is one of my strongest skills and something I've done for a long time . I've helped friends edit papers and, work with individuals on both personal and academic papers and works . I also know how standardized testing plays a role in today's education, and work with...
Education
Yale University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Experience
I believe tutoring is a two-way street where tutors and students both learn, and I enjoy seeing students develop their thinking skills while making progress in the subjects we study . I tutor geometry, algebra, geography, history, government and politics, history, physics,...
Education
Vassar College - Bachelors, English
Experience
I have worked with students preparing for their college essays . I also have helped younger students with basic reading comprehension and writing skills . When I am not working, I can be found reading Smithsonian magazines . I also love visiting bookstores and seeing what...
Education
Lynchburg College - BA, English , Virginia Commonwealth University - MFA, Creative Writing
Experience
My reason for doing so was to teach English, and it was also a great way for me to kick off my teaching career.A decade after going abroad, I can look back and truly say that this experience-of-a-lifetime job opportunity was the beginning of a series of events that led to my...
Education
New York University - BA, English, Education
Experience
in English and Political Science.When I'm not busy, I love to play the piano and go walking around my beautiful neighborhood in New Orleans. History, Biology, College Essays, English, ESL/ELL, Essay Editing, European History, GED, Geography, Gifted, Grammar and Mechanics,...