The Best Vocabulary Tutors in Brooklyn, NY

Located in Brooklyn, NY. I am a Northwestern graduate in Biological Sciences and Physics. I have previously interned at the University of Chicago as well as the University of Miami in Condensed Matter Physics. I did research in the Chemical Engineering department at Columbia following my graduation. Now, I run my own...See Debra's full profile

Whether helping to build a vocabulary for a child or for an adult, I am enthusiastic about learning new words and am able to convey that enthusiasm to my students. My favorite games are word games and so I like to make sure that my vocabulary lessons are fun. I will be certain to emphasize pronunciation,...See Cheri's full profile

Perhaps the best way to master reading is to become a "reader." I ask students to read aloud. I then ask questions about what they read, to ensure comprehension, and I go over new vocabulary words. See Olya's full profile

I hold a specialized certification in Wilson Reading Intervention, which is a structured science of reading based program intended for students struggling with fluency, vocabulary, oral expressive language development, automaticity, and reading comprehension.See Caitlin's full profile

Hi! I’m Benjamin, and I’m excited to help you develop confidence and skill in reading and writing. I graduated from Harvard University, where I studied English with a focus on creative writing. For the past five years, I’ve worked with students ranging in age from 10 to 22, covering everything from reading...See Benjamin's full profile

My motto is Labor Omnia Vincit (Latin for "Work Conquers All"). It mirrors my belief that any goal can be accomplished via guided effort. I am passionate about instilling the knowledge, skills, and confidence that people need to achieve their dreams. For over two decades, I have helped thousands surpass their goals,...See Brad's full profile

Hi! I'm thrilled by the prospect of meeting you and helping you along your academic and human journey. I graduated from Emory University with a degree in Chemistry and Philosophy/Religion. I spend my days working full time as a high school chemistry and physics teacher. I began tutoring in college, where I volunteered...See Noah's full profile

The writer Evelyn Waugh said, "One forgets words as one forgets names. One's vocabulary needs constant fertilizing or it will die." So, let's do some 'gardening'! See Julie's full profile

Hello! I'm Rebecca. I graduated with honors from Yale University in 2016 with a B.A. in Theatre Studies. I studied writing and literature extensively at Yale, with a particular focus on personal essay writing and creative nonfiction. I received the prestigious Branford Class of 1960 fellowship to conduct research in...See Rebecca's full profile

With extensive experience in standardized test prep, I provide targeted, effective tutoring for the ISEE, helping students master verbal reasoning, reading comprehension, and the essential ELA and vocabulary skills needed for the exam. My hands-on approach ensures students develop test-taking strategies, time...See Wendy's full profile

Hi- I love working with people one-on-one. I have an arts background and have been in the high school and college classroom for nearly 10 years. I have been formally trained in SAT (2018), ACT, GED/TASC tutoring. My SAT prep students have generally increased their scores 200-300 points from before working with me to...See Larissa's full profile

Going through the Spanish language aquisition process myself has given me insight to what the ESL students are going through. I had many English learners where I lived before in Great Neck. I helped them improve their vocabulary, pronunciation, sentence structure, reading, writing and more. The families in Great...See Ben's full profile

Hi, I'm Hannah! I graduated magna cum laude from Princeton in 2016 with a degree in Classics and earned my MFA in Creative Writing from NYU. I have been tutoring both independently and for a company since 2017, and have helped hundreds of students to improve their SAT and ACT scores, perfect their college application...See Hannah's full profile

I am a Spanish, English and Writing Teacher with 20 years of teaching experience. I have taught all levels of Spanish and English including: the AP Spanish Language and Culture course and the AP Spanish and Literature course. I can help any college student ace their Spanish courses. I have taught English and Writing to...See Alison's full profile

Hey there! I’m Kalie B., your STEM adventure guide ready to turn those tricky subjects into triumphs. With a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering and minors in Economics and Math, I’m here to make learning science and math an exciting journey. My tutoring adventure began in college, helping friends solve math...See Kalie 's full profile

I have extensive experience building students' vocabulary. I prep students for all sorts of standardized exams that assess vocabulary, from ISEE to SHSAT to the SAT and beyond. I work with all ages to build their ability to learn, understand, and have access to academic, sensory and descriptive...See Michael's full profile

I majored in Romance Languages at Harvard and have lived in New York City all my life, which allows me to speak with people from every country in the world and notice the various ways in which they struggle with English vocabulary, grammar, syntax and pronunciation. I'm a performer and public speaker with a...See JC's full profile

I hold a PhD in History from Columbia University with several years of experience teaching and tutoring college and high-school students, especially on reading comprehension skills. My approach begins with a diagnosis of where my students are having trouble. Do they have deficiencies in comprehension, vocabulary,...See David's full profile

With over 30 years of tutoring experience, I help students expand their vocabulary through tailored lessons that focus on word meaning, usage, and context. Whether you’re preparing for standardized tests or simply want to communicate more effectively, I provide practical strategies to make new words stick....See Charlie's full profile

As a speaker of three languages, I have an English vocabulary that has been aided by acquiring the vocabulary of two other Romance languages - French and Spanish. Sometimes these foreign languages are a genesis for English words. I am also a prolific reader which constantly challenges me to learn new...See Allison's full profile

I have over fifteen years' experience teaching ESL both in the USA and overseas. I am a Business English and TOEFL specialist, but I teach all levels of ESL and have taught high school, university, and business students and have also trained ESL teachers. In addition to teaching TOEFL, I have taught all three levels of...See Anthony's full profile

I'm an award-winning, internationally-bestselling author who has published four critically-acclaimed novels with major U.S. publishing houses, and whose work has been translated into 21 languages to date. I have degrees from Amherst, Columbia and Johns Hopkins University, ten years in print, broadcast and magazine...See Jennifer's full profile

I enjoy working with students and writers at all levels of proficiency. Whether you need help finding the words to reach a specific audience, just a quick proofread, or are looking to learn new vocabulary, it's my pleasure to help.See Elizabeth's full profile

I am a writer, filmmaker and screenwriter passionate about helping learners of all ages achieve their learning goals. I have experience in teaching high school and college age students in particular, but enjoy working with all types of students at any age. I enjoy being able to help students improve their writing...See Robin's full profile

I bring an effective teaching approach that focuses on test mastery and content comprehension to my students. I have been an educator for more than ten years and my passion for working with students started as a mentor for young children. I focus on developing strong working relationships with each child to understand...See Jennifer's full profile