The Best ACT English Tutors in Mount Vernon, NY

I have been teaching ACT Reading & ACT English professionally for CUNY's grant program. I also help students with reading comprehension and test-taking in a private capacity. See Wendy's full profile

I am currently a Software Developer III at EquipmentShare, a venture-backed startup. Previously, I had 3 years of experience at Amazon as a Software Engineer. I graduated from the University of Maryland with a double degree in Computer Science (Machine Learning) and Economics. I have proficient experience in advanced...See Vaishnavi's full profile

Hi, I’m Constance, a practicing attorney licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Washington. I help students succeed in law school, the Law School Admission Test, and the bar exam using practical exam strategies and structured legal writing techniques. I earned my J.D. from CUNY School of Law and was selected as a New...See Constance's full profile

I have had experience with tutoring high school and later university students at several stages of my life. In high school I tutored 11th graders in SAT Math and was able to raise their scores by more than 150 points in some cases. Afterwards, while attending the University of Chicago, I became a grader for a Calculus...See Oleg's full profile

*Currently accepting new students* Hello and welcome! In my 20+ years as a tutor I've worked with countless students on test prep, academic support, writing, and college application coaching. My students range in age from 10 to 60 and come from diverse backgrounds. And thanks to modern technology, I can work with...See Alex's full profile

I'm Emily, and I am a recent graduate of Northwestern University with a major in Economics and a minor in Data Science. I have had 8+ years of tutoring experience for students from middle school to college levels. My experience lies in math from Algebra 1 to Calculus, as well as SAT and ACT prep. I have worked one-on-one...See Emily's full profile

Hi everyone! My name is Romi, and I am an undergraduate student at Harvard University studying biology, history of science, and economics on a pre-med track. Because of this, I have extensive knowledge of various STEM subjects such as biology, chemistry, and math until BC Calculus. I have tutored children in these...See Romi's full profile

If you think any teacher could help you, then you don't really need me. If you think very few teachers could save you, you are looking for me. What is the difference between an average teacher and a loved teacher? In short, a loved teacher is someone who makes a difference in the lives of his/her students. My best...See MANNY's full profile

Hi, I'm Edward, I'm a certified teacher of English with extensive experience tutoring math through geometry, and into the fundamentals of trigonometry and calculus. I'm the content designer for two SAT preparation for the 2400 series of the test formerly available on iTunes, using a smart flash card platform that...See Edward's full profile

I am a published fiction writer who is passionate about all things literature! I have a B.A. with honors from University College London, and I am an M.F.A. candidate in Creative Writing at New York University. I am a college prepatory tutor with experience helping students to brainstorm and draft their college essays....See Emma's full profile

I help students achieve their highest potential scores through a highly personalized, data-informed approach that’s both structured and engaging. My method blends the science of learning with a deep understanding of what motivates students—whether they’re perfectionists pushing for top scores or reluctant testers...See Ari's full profile

The ACT English section is arguably the section able to be improved the most on the ACT. Its questions are comprised of basic usage including comma usage, compound sentence punctuation, subject-verb agreement, and possession rules as well as stylistic rules such as the rhetorical purpose of a passage, paragraph,...See Daniel's full profile

Preparing for the ACT English section can be challenging, but with the right guidance, you can improve your grammar, punctuation, and reading comprehension skills. I provide targeted lessons tailored to the ACT format, helping you understand question types and develop effective test-taking strategies. Together,...See Charlie's full profile

I hold a bachelor's degree in English Literature and TESOL certificate from Arizona State University. I have more than 15 years of experience teaching English. My teaching career includes both classroom teaching and one on one tutoring which I did in private colleges in Singapore. The subjects I have taught are multi...See Mala's full profile

Thanks for stopping by! My name is Claire N. and I am a private tutor with 9 years of experience tutoring High school and college aged students. I started teaching when I was an undergraduate at SUNY Binghamton where I was pursuing a degree in Cell and Molecular Biology. I worked as a teaching assistant in biology labs...See Claire's full profile

I have been tutoring for the ACT since 2013 and have helped my students achieve up to a 10 point increase in this section. I not only teach my students the grammar and rhetorical strategies, but also how to retain these concepts between sessions. This section should be an easy points grab, so please reach out if you want...See Remy's full profile

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 comprehension and grammar to ACT English and Reading prep, as well as crafting compelling college...See Benjamin's full profile

I am a patient and knowledgeable teacher, tutor and writer with experience working with students of all levels of aptitude and academic interest. I'm born and raised in New York City, a product of the public schools system. I've worked for many years in both public and charter schools, teaching a diverse group of young...See Michael's full profile

Hey all you prospectives out there! I can’t wait to share my love for music and this great instrument with you. I have over 25 years experience playing gigs as a trumpeter, cornetist, pianist, composer, and bandleader (even as a singer once in a while). I started playing in the San Francisco public schools where I was...See Jacob's full profile

I scored a 526 (100th percentile) on the MCAT and specialize in CARS — the section most tutors struggle to teach effectively. As an MD student at an Ivy, I know what it actually takes to think like the test-makers want you to. My approach is different. I don't just review content. I teach you to reason with AAMC...See Kate's full profile

I have managed to have my students reach perfect scores often, or at least often score 34+ on their first exams! I aggressively figure out what topics they need to learn first and early, especially since many NJ-NYC schools still miss many of these grammar rules! Free lesson for all new students!See John's full profile

References and samples available upon request. Yale graduate 2002 SAT 800 Verbal, 800 Math 1998 National Merit Scholarship Winner SAT Reading, Writing & Language ACT Reading, English AP English Literature and AP English Language SAT II Subject Test - Literature SSAT / ISEE /...See David's full profile

Writing can be hard. Doing it alone, when you don't have the right one-on-one help, can make it harder. Whether you need help with the college, transfer, or graduate school admission process (essays, strategy, SAT/ACT essay writing, school choice) or writing a high school or college English essay (or a corporate...See Lisa's full profile

I work with students attending demanding schools and applying to very selective colleges. My students report an average 10 point increase in their English score. I can not only teach strategies to help you move quickly through the test, but I can teach the concepts this part of the test is based on. These are grammar &...See Olya's full profile

I am a Yale Graduate with over a decade of experience tutoring math and science. I have worked with many students in both high school and college courses to boost confidence and achieve their goals. I enjoy helping students understand math and science. I work with them to understand the patterns and connections between...See Lauren's full profile