The Best Language Tutors in Mount Vernon, NY

I have a graduate level certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (AmTEFL) from San Diego State University, the American Language Institute (ALI) AmTEFL Program in San Diego California granted August 2004. I have taught EFL/ESL for over five years in the USA, Japan, and the Netherlands.See Eli's full profile

Having to learn the English language coming from a Spanish-speaking country was a huge challenge for me. At the same time, I am grateful for both the experience and struggle of it all. Because I had to be taught the English language formally, I learned mechanics, literary tools, writing styles, etc... in a...See Camila's full profile

I have -- extensive experience with Japanese up to the highest level offered by Columbia university in Japanese language. -- experience with Japanese-English translation in multiple roles -- lived and worked in japan for a year. --Taught Japanese to students in Columbia's Japanese chat club.See Dylan's full profile

I have also had experience with tutoring students in Chicago in ACT. I scored a perfect score of 100% in both SAT Math and ACT Math when I took WyzAnt qualification test. I am a native Russian language speaker and I use it on a daily basis. I am fluent in speaking, reading and writing in Russian and have always...See Oleg's full profile

I have taught Spanish to students from 8 years of age to adulthood. I pride myself in tailoring my classes to the student's specific needs. This is what makes it challenging and rewarding. Learning a language is fun and exciting and I like to express that in my classes. See Laura's full profile

JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N1 See Phillip's full profile

I have applied linguistics to learning multiple languages and English. I am familiar with many common concepts, including syntax, morphology, phonics, and word origin. I use many of these techniques when teaching students vocabulary. I have also spoken about language learning on a podcast run by Brigham...See Megan's full profile

Growing up, I learned the Greek language before English at home and then continued to attend American (English) day school and Greek evening school from kindergarten to 8th grade. I am fluent in speaking, writing and reading Modern Greek and would be happy to help you learn or improve your Greek or alternately...See Christie's full profile

I am a native Russian, with a Masters Degree from one of the best universities in Kiev, Ukraine. I have a graduate linguistics degree and have taught both Russian and English extensively on different levels. I also have experience in teaching Russian history and culture. My experience ranges from preparing students for...See Nina's full profile

I have experience of over 25 years in teaching ESL at universities in New York (Baruch, Hunter, BMCC, LaGuardia) and abroad. I taught conversation (oral communication), vocabulary building, grammar, reading and pronunciation. I also taught academic writing (which included grammar, punctuation and self-editing...See Bonnie's full profile

I work with clients on the many areas of adjustment from beat, pause, vowels, stress, vocabulary? Etc. Each person has their own needs on top of generic issues from their language learning in their native tongue. Oh- and I'm fun!See Suzie's full profile

I'm a careful editor, published poet, language buff, demystifier, cheerleader.See Rachim's full profile

I have also tutored Greek as well as Mathematics. Having completed Advanced level Greek language courses, I take pride and excitement teaching the language to anyone who is interested! I implement a fun and non-threatening approach to learning a new language that helps the student feel empowered by...See Tilemahos's full profile

I am a creative ESL Instructor and book editor from California, recently based in NYC! I offer personalized English language tutoring for international professionals and adult students. My most recent private students are graduate students and international corporate employees in Manhattan. My sessions also...See Kelli's full profile

I teach all levels of German as a Foreign Language including a conversational Beginner's Course. More advanced levels include Literature, German for Academic Purposes, and German for Business, as well as Exam Preparation (A1-C2). Native German speakers will benefit from a short Accent Reduction course focused...See Alexander's full profile

I can help you correct your written papers and explain certain grammatical concepts to you. I work with students of all ages and backgrounds, including those who speak, read, and write English as a second language.See Andrea's full profile

In my lessons I always try to incorporate real life activities and bring in music and videos whenever possible to liven up the lessons. I lived and studied for six months in Spain and in Chile for one year so I have a firm grasp on both variations on the language and can provide a complete picture of the...See Donald's full profile

My method is one of exploration; delving beyond the translation, into deeper content and allusions, background information, and correct pronunciation, punctuation, and etymology. This method will be tailored per your requests, and will allow for the inclusion of materials that you suggest. Languages: Fluent...See Rabbi's full profile

I was eventually appointed as the Department Chair, where I have had the pleasure of helping structure our program and mentor our teachers. I take great pride in the fact that the majority of our students have received the highest available score on the Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Advanced Placement...See Pablo's full profile

My teaching career began at an English immersion kindergarten in Korea, where I led a dedicated Korean language program. Since the children primarily learned in English, they needed structured Korean instruction, and I was the lead teacher for that program. I also taught Korean to many of my native...See Minhee's full profile

I believe it is crucial for the teacher to believe in the student's ability and to encourage them in their studies. I strongly believe that repetition is key to learning a new language and try impress this fact on students while retaining a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I also encourage my students to...See Shinsuke's full profile

Professional Educators License Homeschool parent and leader Content creator for corporate communications Toastmasters International Public Speaking Regional champion Skilled in MLA, APA, Chicago-Style, outlining, essay writing, compelling story telling I am an imaginative person who is skilled at creating content and...See LAURA'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 chose to learn Spanish to help bridge the language barrier in my hometown, which has a large Spanish-speaking population. My journey with Spanish began in the 10th grade. On the first day in Spanish I class, la maestra only communicated with my classmates and I in the target language. I felt overwhelmed...See LT's full profile

... university. My approach to teaching Spanish is different from most. Most harp on the fact that memorization is not the most important part to learning a language, that you can learn by conversation instead. However, if you never memorize the verb conjugation patterns in the beginning, you will never reach the conversational...See Austin's full profile