331 Callicoon Tutors

...Teaching English language arts is one of my favorite things to do. I have a B.A. in English from Barnard College, Columbia University, with some graduate work in education at Syracuse University, and have taught in public and private schools for almost forty years. If grammar, mechanics and spelling are a problem for you, or just plain boring, I... read more

Students often internally rebel because they don't recognize the relevance of the courses they are taking. That often leads to disruption and failure. They also resent being forced to study what they don't like. I try to motivate students by not only teaching the basics, but also, in a respectful way, by showing how such learning will directly benefit... read more

...Study available in: -Biblical Hebrew -Biblical Commentary -Old Testament Studies -Comparative Text Studies -Bible as Literature -Biblical History I have studied film for over 18 years. I am well-versed in little-know classic films. I am often sought out about information on these subjects. Studies in: -Silent Films -Films of the 1930's -B-Movies... read more

...Each lesson I give will be customized for that student's particular needs, based around the material he or she is studying at school. I also feel that having a positive role model for a mentor is important: to have a third-party be involved in a student's education, someone who is not mandated by the state to teach X or Y, but is there by choice,... read more

...I graduated from SUNY New Paltz, summa cum laude, with a bachelor's degree in English. While at New Paltz, I was a tutor for English and writing, including conversation partners for study abroad students, for 5 semesters. I am now attending Queens College and am finishing my master's degree in library and information science. I am new to MyzAnt,... read more