The Best Vocabulary Tutors in New York City, NY

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

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

Recent Success Stories: --700 to 780 jump for student on SAT Math Subject Test Level 2 after only 2 sessions of tutoring! --800 (Perfect!) for SAT Math Subject Test Level 2 after only 2 months of tutoring! For the past 9+ years, my successes have included perfect 1600 SAT student and PSAT National Merit Qualifying...See John'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

Hello! My name is Kevin. I am a radiation therapist and have also worked as a tutor for over ten years, instructing various subjects ranging from English Language Arts to Mental Health and Wellness to SAT Mathematics. I've been employed with several companies including one awarded the Best of Brooklyn Award in the...See Kevin'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

I'm Laura! I have a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy, a Master's degree in Journalism, and a teaching certificate in TESL/TESOL/TEFL. I've been a published writer since I was 13 and have always loved the English language and its many idiosyncracies. What's most important in any class, though, is the teacher. A good...See Laura's full profile

I received my PhD in Linguistics in 2019 from New York University. I have been the primary instructor for both undergraduate and graduate level classes at NYU for 7 years, and I was a TA for about 4 years before that. I really enjoy tutoring and pride myself on teaching students how to learn rather than just how to...See Allison's full profile

Hi! I'm Julie, a recent alumna of Princeton University currently working on the Learning & Development team of a finance firm helping high-achieving professionals improve their writing and verbal communication skills. I've been tutoring college application preparation, writing, public speaking, and more for nearly five...See Julie's full profile

Hello! My name is Kelli. 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....See Kelli's full profile

I help students craft absolutely phenomenal and impactful essays that “wow” the admissions committee. I ensure that the message conveyed in the essay is clear, persuasive, and riveting, and that sentence structure, grammar, and vocabulary are impeccable. You can’t just present yourself as an excellent...See Dennis's full profile

Hi! I'm Alex. I want to use my master's in English from Georgetown University to help you with your writing, creative work, and admissions process. I earned my BA in English and Art from Georgetown in 2022 and my MA in 2023. As an award-winning working journalist and artist based in NYC and doing full-time educational...See Alexandra'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

Singing is one of the most liberating and evocative methods of communication a person can experience. I have been teaching vocalization for the past forty years. I have a Masters in Music Education and a minor in English Studies. When tutoring vocals studies, I create engaging and comprehensive teaching lessons. The...See Ellen's full profile

Hi! I have been teaching English literature and writing courses for over a decade. I hold a BA from Rice University and PhD in English from Rutgers, and am currently a faculty member in the Writing Program there. I teach courses on English literature, composition, and proposal writing for business and sciences. In each...See Alex's full profile

Melissa has a passion for teaching that is grounded in science and healthy use of the voice. Her lessons are specifically tailored to meet each individual singer’s needs and goals through functional exercises. With over fifteen years of singing and performance experience, Melissa is a graduate of the American...See Melissa's full profile

I'm a North-Carolina born, Brooklyn-based poet (which, these days, feels a bit like describing myself as a betamax video recorder or a SONY walkman) with a passion for language, literature & writing. I was educated at Rice University & Columbia University School of the Arts. My first book was published in 2003; I am...See Rangi's full profile

Hi there! I'm Dylan, a Columbia University grad with a B.A. Magna Cum Laude in East Asian Languages and Cultures. For me, the most rewarding part of being a tutor is seeing the sparks of understanding, delight, and relief light up my students’ faces when key concepts finally begin to make sense. I know that each...See Dylan's full profile

Learning vocabulary is important because it helps one learn the meaning of a word as much as how to spell it. This is very important in English, as words in the English language come from a wide variety of sources, including Latin, Germanic languages, Greek, and dozens of other sources. I can teach a wide...See Vincent'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

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

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

Experienced tutor with an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a graduate degree from Harvard University. I have strong analytical skills as demonstrated by my scientific background as well as a strong humanities background in international studies. I have excellent written and...See Sonia'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

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