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Elki R. for tutoring lessons in Brooklyn NY Over 100 tutoring hours WyzAnt Tutoring Tutor Tutor United States

Elki R.

Professional teacher and writer and successful tutor.

Brooklyn, NY (11230)

Travel Radius 15 miles
Hourly Fee $50.00
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Hi. My name is Elki and I have been a highly successful teacher,writer and mentor for 30 years. I love teaching and am very successful because I am clear, concise, and change methods to guarantee success. Everyone learns at a different pace in an individual way. I break down large amounts of material into doable chunks and inspire confidence in the student.

I have a pleasant personality, great sense of humor and am easy to get along with.

I am passionate about writing, and I love teaching it to others. Not everyone can be a professional writer but anyone can learn to write with proper syntax and grammar and to stick to the instructions of essay writing. I start out by asking you to write a couple of paragraphs or show me a piece of your written work so I can gauge the areas in which you shine and those in which you need some fixing up. I guarantee that you will write successful essays for school,college or grad school admissions or term papers and meet deadlines. My interests are eclectic so I am capable of assisting you in writing on a variety of subjects, stressing the writing itself.

I am flexible, and caring and become invested in my students. I aim for your success.
I am also a highly-experienced Hebrew teacher. I do not just speak Hebrew, but have innovative resources to facilitate learning the written and spoken language. I inject fun into the lessons. Since I am American I'm on the same wavelength of American students and know what works and what doesn't. My students can carry on a simple Hebrew conversation in no time. The main trick of learning a language is overcoming embarrassment of pronouncing words incorrectly. It's like stage fright. Once that is conquered, the rest comes naturally.

Elki's Subjects

Science:
  • psychology
English:
Test Preparation:
Computer:
  • Microsoft Word
Language:
History:
  • American history,
  • European history,
  • religion,
  • social studies,
  • world history
Elementary Education:
Business:
Corporate Training:
Homeschool:

Vocabulary

I have tutored many students for TOEFL, the SAT and other exams, which have stringent vocabulary sections. I also help ESL students improve their vocabulary on varying levels. I also help college and post-grad students improve their vocabulary on their essays. My methods have proven to be effective and stimulating.

Writing

I myself am a published writer and experienced writing teacher.
I also edit free-lance for newspapers and magazines. I have tutored many students for the reading/writing section of the SAT and have helped college students write their research papers. I instill self-confidence in my students and show them that they can write well. I am very patient and remove the nervousness and fear of writing in my students.
I have a pleasant personality and create an atmosphere conducive to achievement... Read More

English

I am a professional writing teacher, tutor and editor. I took writing courses and advanced workshops in many genres of writing: creative non-fiction, poetry, expository essay, personal memoir and journalism.

In addition to teaching English, I was a copy editor for a weekly newspaper.

In the capacity of tutor, I help teenagers hone their writing skills for the SAT and English Regents and work with college and post-graduate students on course essays.

Writing is...

SAT Reading

I am a professional English teacher and certified SAT prep coach for the entire English section. I have edited and prepared lesson plans for high school literature anthologies and and worked with teenagers for most of my professional life. I focus on critical reading passages - both long and short, error correction in grammar and multiple choice. I use the official SAT prep material in addition to my own innovative approaches. Techniques in answering the reading passage on the SAT are a tremendous... Read More

SAT Writing

I am a professional writer, writing teacher and test coach prep. I have tutored many students in the SAT reading and writing sections and am extremely familiar with the exam, its format and necessary skills to achieve a high grade.

I use professional SAT materials, including Critical Reading of Long and Short Passages, Sentence Correction, Vocabulary, Essay, etc.

I also teach useful techniques to use in the exam that help when you're not sure of the answer.

I have... Read More

Elementary (K-6th)

I am highly proficient in teaching all English subjects to students in K-6th grades.
I have taught students this age - both boys and girls, have prepeared for ELA State Exams, SHSAT exams. I have helped many students in this age group improve their reading, writing and grammar skills.
I have studied online courses in English and verbal subjects for this specific age group. I work with professional handouts and practice exams, books made for this age group and establish good relationships... Read More

Study Skills

As an educator for over 30 years, I have always taught my students study skills, which often have more do with success than knowing the material. I have trained teachers locally and nationally in how to instill study skills in students.
In my tutoring, a big component of our lessons is learning study skills. This includes organization, how to break down material into small chunks, setting up the right environment and tips on how master state tests.

Religion

I studied and taught Judaism in all its facets for all of my life. I attended the Jewish Teachers Training College in England and teach the Jewish Bible on the college level. I teach and give public lectures on Bible, Jewish Philosophy, Law, Ancient Hebrew, Talmud and contemporary Judaism. I read and speak Hebrew fluently, both biblical and modern conversation. I have certificates affirming my ability to teach Religion both on the student and educator level.

Hebrew

I speak, write and read Hebrew fluently and have taught the subject for many years. Since I am American, I am on the same wavelength of American students and understand the language learning methods that most succeed with non-Israelis.
I have innovative approaches in teaching Hebrew, and my students are able to speak conversational Hebrew in no time, adding vocabulary along the way.

My goal is for my student to become familiar with the sounds of the language and put them to... Read More

ESL/ESOL

I have taught English in all its aspects for years and have worked with many foreign-born students, whose first languages were other than English.

I have just tutored several students for the SAT in English (through WyzAnt) who were born and educated in other countries and languages.

In addition to basic English grammar, reading, writing and conversation, I have specific tips to teach ESL/ESOL students of all ages. I am also a public speaker and can help anyone, including... Read More

Bible Studies

I have learned, taught and supervised Hebrew Bible studies from the age of 3 through the present. I studied at top-reputation Bible seminaries and have constantly upgraded my knowledge and skills through self-study, going to classes, giving classes and tutoring.

I am highly proficient and experienced in all books of The Old Testament. I teach textually, philosophically and originally.

Public Speaking

I am a professional public speaker to eclectic audiences on a broad span of topics. I find that in order to speak in public, confidence is the key. I can help you conquer the fear of speaking publicly, learn how how to write a good speech, keywords, and proper stance when standing in front of a group.

Not everyone is a born professional public speaker, but anyone can gain the skills and confidence, crucial to successful public speaking.

College Counseling

I was a counselor, assistant principal and principal in a private high school and was in charge of college counseling. As principal, I met with all the students, looked over their admissions packet, made sure they were choosing appropriate schools, read their essays and coached them for interviews. I interacted with college admissions offices across the country and am familiar with the entire college entrance procedure.

Regents

As a teacher and principal I have many years of experience administrating the exams and dealing with the Board of Regents. I am familiar with the updated format. I can tutor a student for the Regents in English. Writing is a major section now and that is my specialty, as are vocabulary, reading comprehension, etc.

Spelling

I have excelled in spelling since I was a child, As an avid reader, English specialist and professional writer and teacher, I can help any student improve his or her spelling skills. In today's world, "Spell Check" has replaced good spelling abilities. However, those abilities are still looked for in all academic and professional arenas. I make the lessons fun and productive and establish good relationships with students.

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