2,927 New York 1st Grade Tutors

...My goal is to reinforce and expand on what the student is learning in school so that the student is fully prepared for success on the exam. I use current textbooks approved by the state, as well as practice material from previous Regents exams. I often work in conjunction with the student's English and math teachers, to keep the student on track... read more

...It makes me very happy to see students' reactions when they are realizing they reached their goals in learning and are confident because they are given the right tools to become successful learners. I know very well what it means to struggle learning to read and write in the English language since this is not my first language. One has not only... read more

...Critical thinking, speaking and listening skills are practiced during Storytime activities. Furthermore, my co-teacher and I target small group intervention for students in the lowest 30th percentile. When I worked with older students (3-6 Gr), based on the research on invented and developmental spelling, I use Words Their Way. This book provides... read more

...I have always enjoyed writing and I can help YOU express yourself through the miracle of paper! I have tutored students for Regents Geometry Exam. When tutoring the students for Regents Geometry I like to use the NY State Regents Geometry textbook since this is the material that will be on the test. For those young students, usually in Middle School,... read more

...I understand differentiation to a high degree, knowing how to effectively break down information and deliver in multiple modalities. I have a teaching certificate in special education and have taught several students from ages 6 through 13 with ADD/ADHD. I know how to help students focus their attention and develop self-monitoring strategies. I... read more