The Best Vocabulary Tutors in New York City, NY

I have taught vocabulary for many years, including to people who were learning English as a second language. See Craig's full profile

Studies in Clear Horizons Early College taught me many exercises of memorizing vocabulary, whether it's putting them into a sentence or story. As a brain trainer intern at Learning RX, I know memory games that help cement vocabulary words into a child's consciousness. In addition, two years of...See Caroline's full profile

Jonathan has been a teacher and tutor for more than twenty years. After teaching high school English in Manhattan for nine years, and serving as the school’s college advisor, Jonathan relocated to Seattle in 2001 on a Klepser writing fellowship from the University of Washington to teach poetry. Born in Teaneck, New...See Jonathan's full profile

Hi, I'm Hannah! I recently graduated magna cum laude from Barnard College of Columbia University. I majored in English with concentrations in Creative Writing and Theatre. I also recently completed a summer intensive course at Oxford University, where I specialized in poetry and playwriting. I am passionate about...See Hannah's full profile

I'm Katie! I am a recent graduate of Barnard College where obtained my BA in History and Political Science, with a focus on early American history and US politics. Throughout my time at Barnard, I learned that no matter where you are or what school you attend, there will always be bad teachers––teachers that...See Katie's full profile

Hello! I'm Marg Papakostas-Patterson, a passionate linguist with over 18 years of experience in teaching modern Greek, ancient Greek, and Latin. Holding a degree in Linguistics from Athens, Greece, and a Master's degree specializing in ADHD, my educational background has empowered me to design engaging, inclusive, and...See Margarita Ines's full profile

Hello! I am a graduate of New York University and a current graduate student with over four years of experience providing academic tutoring at the college level, as well as comprehensive support throughout the college admissions process. In my work with high school and college-level writers, including my experience as a...See Serena's full profile

The more you do with a word, the more likely you are to remember it. I use only the most up-to-date and cutting edge approaches to improve vocabulary. Traditional study methods such as flashcards, mnemonics and verbal puns are combined with the latest theories on learning and cognition to maximize retention and...See Meeraj's full profile

I'm a native English speaker from New York City with over 10 years of experience helping professionals and students improve their spoken English. I specialize in accent reduction, pronunciation, and advanced vocabulary development, with a focus on clear, confident communication. My background as an...See Andrea's full profile

I've tutored SSAT Verbal and SAT Literature for two years at a test prep program in New York City after being a part of the program myself for many years. I have taught in group sessions of 12 students at once, yet have also engaged in one-on-one sessions. I am a meticulous proofreader and am eager to assist going over...See Julie's full profile

Hi, I'm Christie! I graduated cum laude from New York University with a Bachelor's in Chemistry, and a minor in French. While in undergrad, I was premed and have taken all relevant pre-requisite courses for medical school. I am currently a Chemistry PhD student at the University of Pittsburgh and intend to begin my MD...See Christie'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

I have worked as an English teacher in the classroom and as a tutor for over twenty-five years. I began my teaching career at the University of Florida when, as a graduate student, I taught freshman composition and creative writing. It was in this setting that I learned that teaching was my vocation, and helping...See Eric's full profile

Some of my hobbies include listening to music, going to see movies, and spending time with my family. I am very hardworking with a fun personality. I have experience tutoring my younger cousins in elementary math, reading, vocabulary, and spelling. When I tutored my younger cousins, they received excellent grades...See Deniqua's full profile

Harvard‑trained PhD and veteran test‑prep coach with 10+ years of guiding students to standout scores across English‑language and independent‑school entrance exams. My background in Comparative Literature and linguistics lets me demystify grammar, vocabulary, and reading‑comprehension traps, while my...See Serge's full profile

I am Rae and I have a passion for teaching in novel ways to elevate and excite my students. My passion for educational excellence and my acting background makes my lessons innovative and compelling. I began my journey by working with neurodivergent students, specifically those with down syndrome and autism. My teaching...See Rae's full profile

I am a private tutor specializing in the SAT/ACT, English, History, and advanced reading/writing skills, with 15 years experience working with students around the country, including the most competitive private middle and high schools in New York City. I also work with students at the college level. I have a...See Chris's full profile

As a teacher, writer, editor, and speech teacher, I can help you learn the nuances of connotation and denotation, the selection of the right word, and the building of your vocabulary. Whether you are a native speaker or an international, growing your word bank and being able to use the right term or phrase or...See Suzie's full profile

As a general education and special education teacher who is passionate about fostering growth and academic success, I specialize in both K-12 English Language Arts tutoring and college counseling. I use a dynamic approach that includes screen sharing, typing out a student's thought processes in real time, incorporating...See Andy's full profile

Hi, I have a BS in CS. I first began tutoring as a high school junior by helping students in Grades 1-8 with homework, and I had even helped high school students at times with their homework. After that, I maintained three tutoring jobs working as a coding instructor at Startup Wonder teaching students grades 3-8 of up...See Karl's full profile

As a Harvard Ph.D. with a B.S. from the College of William and Mary (Phi Beta Kappa, Summa Cum Laude), I know exactly how to help students with their STEM courses and standardized test preparation. I have a track record of successfully helping students with their courses and standardized exams. I most commonly help...See Ethan'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

As a native English speaker and author I am proficient in tutoring vocabulary. I have worked on crossword puzzles to illustrate this in a fun way. I am American with a British father. I have a BA from Bryn Mawr College where I did my six-weeks paper on James Joyce's Ulysses.See Alice'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 am a linguist and have studied several languages. I majored in French, yet am American born and very strong in English Vocabulary due to my Greek and Latin studies and word origins and semantics. See Frederica's full profile