Edward S.

Position:

Founder & Program Director

Tutoring Subjects:

Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Math, English, Reading, Writing

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, SHSAT, ISEE, SSAT

Education:

Columbia University, University of Michigan Honors Program

Experience:

Education (Kaplan, Inc.), Management Consulting (Deloitte Consulting LLP), Investment Banking (Collins Stewart LLC)

Achievements:

Played Cello in Carnegie Hall

Interests:

Working with hundreds of students helping to increase confidence, fulfill academic potential, and gain admittance to schools of choice

Sid K.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

English, Reading, Writing, Math, Algebra, Geometry

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, ACT, SHSAT, ISEE, SSAT

Education:

University of Massachusetts

Experience:

Taught people ranging from 6 to 65 years, on a broad range of subjects, with IEP's and learning disabilities

Achievements:

National scholarship, Graduate scholarship, National award for Wind Turbine Designs

Interests:

Playing the flute, Reading, Writing short stories and poems.

Asia S.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

English, Reading, Writing, College Application Essays

Test Prep Subjects:

SHSAT, SAT, ACT, ISEE

Education:

Harvard University, College of Cambridge

Experience:

Independent Tutoring (College Admissions; English, Writing), Ringle Inc. (ENL Classes), Crimson Education (Extracurricular and Leadership Consultant), Villiers Park (Sociology, Politics)

Achievements:

Artwork acquired by Mint Museum; A.I.R. Gallery Artist Fellowship Recipient

Interests:

Performance Art, Visual Art, Opera, Theatre, Documentary Film-making

Sarah K.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

ELA, Math, Algebra, Creative Writing

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, ACT, SHSAT, SSAT, ISEE, TOEFL

Education:

University of Pittsburgh Honors College, Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs

Experience:

Private SAT tutoring, Fulbright Turkey ETA, Princeton Review

Achievements:

Fulbright Scholar

Interests:

Middle East Studies, Mentorship, Career Development, Refugee work, Mindfulness, Yoga, Arabic

Ava W.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Academic Writing, Creative Writing, Reading Comprehension, English Grammar, Essay Writing

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, SHSAT, ISEE, SSAT

Education:

Hamilton College

Experience:

Academic Writing Tutor at the Hamilton College Writing Center and an SAT Verbal tutor at Huntington Learning Center

Interests:

Experimental and independent cinema, writing poetry, archival work

Alex R.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Math, Science, Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Chemistry

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, ACT, SHSAT, ISEE

Education:

Cornell University, CUNY, Columbia University

Experience:

Works as a computational biologist in cancer research

Interests:

Bike riding, Urban farming, Strategy games, Puzzles

Nora C.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Math, English Language Arts enrichment

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, ACT, SHSAT, ISEE

Education:

Wesleyan University

Experience:

Works in education as both a teacher and an administrator; Enjoys working with students of all ages, and has a particular interest in early childhood education

Interests:

Reading, Writing, Fostering cats, Singing in a choir

Mary N.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

K-8 math, reading and writing

Test Prep Subjects:

SHSAT, OLSAT

Education:

Lesley University

Experience:

Teaching children and teens (NY certified teacher), Teaching ESL to adults for 15 years, Developing and implementing curriculum, Organizing programs and training teachers, Academic tutoring for elementary school-aged children in math and language arts, Counseling women, Patient Advocate (Health Ombudsman), Rearing three children

Interests:

Ball Room Dancing; Fashion; Church Activities, including teaching and mentoring

Damon A.

Position:

Managing Director

Tutoring Subjects:

English, Math, Reading

Education:

Tufts University (MA), Tufts University

Lisa T.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Physics

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Math

Education:

University of Pennsylvania (Ph.D Candidate in Physics), New York University (NYU) (BS in Physics)

Experience:

Adjunct Instructor at NYU, Research Assistant at Center for Soft Matter Research (CSMR), Resident Assistant at Rubin Hall

Achievements:

Best in Panel at NYU's Undergraduate Research Conference, Dr. Aston McLaughlin Research Scholar

Interests:

Philosophy of physics, metaphysics, music, independent film

Lauren L.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

English, English Literature, Global History & Geography, Reading, Writing, Shakespeare

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, SHSAT, SSAT

Certifications:

NY State-Certified Teacher of English, Grades 6-12; NY State-Certified Substitute Teacher

Professional Associations:

National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)

Education:

Stanford University (Ph.D); Teachers College, Columbia University (MA), Columbia University (BA)

Experience:

English and American Literature, Fiction and Nonfiction Writing, Drama, Shakespeare, Journalism.

Achievements:

Columbia University: Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Dean’s List all semesters, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Golden Key Honor Society, John J. Cirigliano Scholarship

Publications:

Bestsellers and Young Adult Literature Content

Interests:

Reading, Writing, Drawing, Baking, Arts and crafts, Yoga, The visual and performing arts, Journalism, International travel.

Ahmed E.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Algebra, Chemistry, Geometry, Living Environment, Math, Physics, Trigonometry

Test Prep Subjects:

ISEE, SAT, SHSAT, SSAT

Betty C.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Math, English, Reading, Writing, Algebra

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, SHSAT, OLSAT, Regents

Education:

New York University - Stern School of Business

Experience:

Education (Excel Learning Center and Private Tutoring), Peer Mentorship (NYU Sport Taekwondo and NYU Commuter Assistant), Accounting (Geller & Company and Deloitte LLP)

Interests:

Taekwondo, Salsa Dance, Fashion, Social Entrepreneurship

Brian K.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

English, Reading, Writing, Creative Writing

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Reading, Writing, SHSAT, ISEE, SSAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, TOEFL

Education:

Muhlenberg College

Experience:

Editor, Tutor, Playwright, Composer, Curriculum Developer

Manuel M.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Math, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Physics

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Math, SHSAT Math

Education:

Brooklyn Law School, Columbia University

Experience:

Astrophysics Research, Teaching hundreds of students at varying levels

Interests:

Helps clean local parks on weekends and he is always open to new volunteer opportunities that help his community

Nick M.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

English, Reading, Writing, English Literature

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Math, Reading, Writing

Education:

University of California, Berkeley (PhD); University of Oxford (MA); University of Pennsylvania (BA)

Experience:

Admissions Essay Consulting, SAT Math, Reading, Writing, English Literature

Achievements:

Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Rose Award for best senior honors thesis in any subject; University Scholar

Interests:

Volunteered at the West Philadelphia Tutoring Project tutoring students in both reading and math, Served as a basketball coach and mentor for middle school students in the Carmine Street Basketball League.

Emily C.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Creative Writing, Writing, Literature, Reading, English

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT, ACT, SHSAT, ISEE, SSAT

Certifications:

NYS Initial Teaching Certificate in English Language Arts 7-12

Education:

M.A.T. In English Education from Ithaca College, B.A in English from Ithaca College

Experience:

Writing for standardized tests, SAT/ACT prep, Creative Writing, Irish Literature, Contemporary Poetry, Public Speaking and Theatre Arts

Achievements:

Received the Teacher of the Month award in SAT/ACT prep at the Hunting Learning Center in Clifton Park

Interests:

Ogling adorable dogs in Prospect Park, Reading the latest Young Adult Lit novel, Going to jazz clubs

Dan B.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Computer Programming, Video Game Design, Robotics, Web Design

Education:

BA in Programming and Creative Art , AA in Philosophy

Experience:

Computer Programming, Video Game Design, Creative Art, Art History

Interests:

Creative use of computers, The study of programming as a means of developing logical and critical thinking skills

Eli W.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Math, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics

Test Prep Subjects:

SSAT, ISEE, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE

Education:

Stevens Institute of Technology, Ph.D. Candidate, Mathematics; New York University, M.S., Mathematics; Brandeis University, B.A., Mathematics

Experience:

Mathematics; Finance (worked for 5 years in a hedge fund)

Achievements:

2011-2012 Mathematical Teaching Assistantship, 2004 Richter & Grunwald Mathematical Research Award

Interests:

Hiking Cooking Playing sports (football, baseball, rugby)

Wells S.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

English, Reading, Writing, Math, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Physics, Computer Programming, Video Game Design, Robotics, Web Design

Test Prep Subjects:

SSAT, ISEE, SHSAT, SAT, ACT

Education:

New York University (NYU), Polytechnic Institute of NYU

Experience:

Website Development (ultimataDesign); Self-Publishing; Political Philosophy (Yale Hertog Program); Analytical Writing (NYU); Object-Oriented Programming (NYU-Poly); Post-Calculus Mathematics (NYU-Poly); Intermediate Classical and Jazz Music Theory (Monta Vista)

Achievements:

NYU Mercer Street, Editor's Choice Essayist; Eagle Scout Award Recipient (Boy Scouts of America); National AP Scholar (Passed 12 AP Tests); iTunes-released artist (Seventh Day Breakdown)

Interests:

Philosophy of Mind, Existential Phenomenology, Computational Neuroengineering, Bass Guitar, Art House Films

Brian C.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Chemistry, Living Environment, Earth Science, Physics

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Subject Tests, AP Exams

Education:

PhD Chemistry from University of South Carolina, Postdoctoral Fellowship at Yale University, BS Biology from Francis Marion University

Achievements:

Publications in peer-reviewed science journals

Interests:

Watching and playing sports

Jim S.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Math, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Reading, Writing, English, Geography, Global History

Test Prep Subjects:

SSAT, ISEE, SHSAT, SAT, ACT

Education:

MA in Global Politics from the London School of Economics, BA in History and Political Science from Carnegie Mellon University with Honors

Experience:

Education (AmeriCorps and Private Tutoring); Legal, Public Policy & Public Service

Liana

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

ESL, Reading, Writing, Spanish

Education:

Certificate in Community Sustainable Development from Colorado State University, BA in Psychology from Baruch College

Experience:

ESL Education, Adult Education and Literacy & Recruiting (Google)

Sara C.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

ESL, English, Reading, Writing, Math

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT

Certification:

NJ certified teacher

Education:

MA in Sociology and Education from Columbia University, MA in Mathematics from Walden University, BA in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan School of Education

Experience:

Elementary Education (NJ certified teacher), High School Education, University Education, Adult Learning

Brandon H.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Algebra, Calculus, Chemistry, Geometry, Living Environment, Math, Physics, Trigonometry

Test Prep Subjects:

ISEE, SAT, SHSAT, SSAT

Don P.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Admissions Essay Consulting, English, Reading, Writing

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Math, Reading, Writing,

Education:

National University of Singapore, Yale University

Experience:

Admissions Essay Consulting, TOEFL Preparation, ESL for children and adults, Professional Writing

Achievements:

U.S. Fulbright Scholar in Vietnam, Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar , Wall Street Journal: The Risk to Vietnamese Growth (October 21, 2010)

Interests:

Passionate advocate for education reform in schools

Akua A.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

English, Reading, Writing

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Reading and Writing

Education:

University of Pennsylvania

Experience:

Admissions Essay Consulting, SAT Reading, Writing, Professional Writing, Legal Non-Profit (West Philadelphia Improvement Corp)

Achievements:

Founded a program that allowed Philadelphia area students an opportunity to showcase their talents to the broader University of Pennsylvania community

Shi Hang C.

Position:

Academic Tutor

Tutoring Subjects:

Math, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Chemistry

Test Prep Subjects:

SAT Math

Education:

Cornell University

Experience:

SAT math tutor for the New York Cares nonprofit organization

Interests:

Chemical Engineering