Starlyte H.
Bronx, NY
Ivy League Tutor
Columbia University in the City of New York
About Starlyte
I graduated from Columbia University in the City of New York. Tutoring and mentoring are passions of mine. Throughout college, I served as a tutor in Biology, Psychology, English, and SAT prep. As a Horace Mann High School student, I also previously tutored Riverdale residents. My years of experience have taught me how to be flexible and how to
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Travels within 20 miles of Bronx, NY 10469Starlyte offers online lessons
Starlyte is approved to conduct lessons through Wyzant Online. Wyzant Online allows students and tutors to work remotely via video, audio, and collaborative whiteboard tools. For more information about how online tutoring works, check out Wyzant Online.
If you’re interested in online lessons, message Starlyte to get started.
"Excellent and gracious"
- Nico, New York, NY on 10/6/15Upon meeting Star, I was first struck by this poised young woman with this beautiful smile. Her quiet self confidence in her craft instantly confirmed my choice. An ivy league pedigree with the patience and knowledge of tutoring to boot. Our family was sold :)
"Greatest help"
- Domenic, Bronx, NY on 1/19/17Starlyte taught me how to format a specific kind of paper I was having a difficult time with. She's fantastic. I never would have been able to execute my points the way I was able to without her recommendations and formatting tips.
"Knowledgable and resourceful tutor"
- Sudan, Bronx, NY on 6/27/16Starlyte taught me two resourceful strategies while testing involving English language arts. As well as new methods or strategies for my time management. Starlyte is extremely kind, patient, and resourseful which helped me during the tutoring session to understand the material taught.
"Poor results, even worse after using Starlyte as a tutor."
- Thomas, New York, NY on 6/26/16My son was getting B+ grades in the first two trimesters in history and writing. Granted that history was the weaker of his subjects, we decided to use Starlyte for further help, especially with help in formulating and critiquing his history essays and projects. In particular, we specifically asked to be tutored in person, since he had bad experiences in the past with online whiteboard and wasn't comfortable, especially with an online discussion with writing assignments. However, she would always insist on using online whiteboards, and since because of time constraints, we succumbed her her wishes. Since using her as a tutor, my son has been getting B"-" on his exams and papers. The first two trimester grades without her help were B+, and the last trimester with her as the tutor (we used her almost 10 sessions) was a B"-". We would never use Starlyte again.
"Patient and friendly"
- Altesha, Bronx, NY on 6/7/16Starlyte has help me improved with my grades immensely. So far I've been getting 100's on projects thanks to her help. She's a great tutor and I love working with her and I can't wait for future sessions!
"Knowledgeable and Patient Tutor"
- Ashley, New York, NY on 5/22/16I made a list of items I hoped to learn during out session and we knocked each item off the list through our session. She was kind and very patient.
"Great!"
- Seong, New York, NY on 5/16/16Excellent experience , quick response was the best part. She edited and look through the content as well which is good for a student
"Excellent Tutor"
- Keilah, Highland Falls, NY on 4/22/16I like my tutor because shes very friendly and she makes sure that I understand what we are learning. She takes her time with me and gives me a chance to answer. Thanks Ms.Starlyte!! :)
"Understanding"
- Tesha, Baldwin, NY on 4/6/16I'm writing this review for my daughter: "Ms. Starlyte is nice she takes for time and she's patient with me." My daughter has expressed how the work is easy, so at this point, she needs harder work. Starlyte is a gem. She really takes the time to address any concerns I have, I appreciate her understanding. Thank you.
"Excellent tutor!"
- Andrea, Bronx, NY on 3/20/16When it comes to helping my daughter with her reading and math. Starlyte is amazing. My daughter teacher have seen a big improvement on my child education. Starlyte is a shining star and we will continue meeting with Starlyte on ours days that we meet. Go! Starlyte and keep up the good work you are doing for our children's as well with my daughter.
"Very patient tutor"
- Angie, Bronx, NY on 3/16/16She made the math lesson fun for my son and he was able to stay focused, which can be hard at times. There is always something to be learned from her lessons.
"Happy parent"
- Roxanne, Springfield Gardens, NY on 3/7/16Starlyte did so well with my daughter in her first lesson the child couldn't wait to work with her again this time asking for more time we're happy
"Helpful"
- Andrew, Monsey, NY on 2/2/16Her BIO knowledge has been very helpful for my daughter. She feels more confident in her learning and preparing for her class.
Approved subjects are in bold.
Approved subjects
In most cases, tutors gain approval in a subject by passing a proficiency exam. For some subject areas, like music and art, tutors submit written requests to demonstrate their proficiency to potential students. If a tutor is interested but not yet approved in a subject, the subject will appear in non-bold font. Tutors need to be approved in a subject prior to beginning lessons.
Art History
I love Art History. As an AP Art History student, I enjoyed learning about different cultures through art, writing about scholarly interpretations and ongoing debates, and visiting masterpieces at nearby museums (The MET, Guggenheim, and Cloisters). I carried this same enthusiasm into college as I took a number of courses including African Art, Indian Art, and Masterpieces of Western Art and Architecture. I will help you write clearly, read carefully, and develop an understanding of the past through the visual expressions that members of ancient societies have left behind.
Biology
As a Pre-Medical student, I have been trained in Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, and Biochemistry. Biology can be an overwhelming subject because of the massive amount of information we are expected to absorb. My strategy, therefore, is to teach students how to process the material and to break down complex ideas into smaller, understandable concepts and patterns. By sharing the strategies that I have developed through my own trial and error study processes, I will equip you with the skills you need to master the material.
English
I am a native English speaker, and have tutored a number of students in SAT Critical Reading, SAT Writing, ACT English, and ACT Writing. Vocabulary, grammar, and spelling play a significant part in both academic and professional success. I tailor lessons to students' specific objectives, levels of proficiency, and learning styles. I work to instill fundamental rules, reinforced by examples, that will allow students to achieve mastery of the subject.
As an editor, I will proofread your pieces (college admissions essays, lab reports, professional writing) in order to ensure that your ideas are best communicated to the reader. I will also help you create cover letters and resumes, highlighting your strengths and experiences.
PSAT
To prepare students for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT, I teach by using sample problems that are similar to the test questions. This allows me to identify weak points of understanding, so that I may teach the appropriate subject matter (grammar, vocabulary, math concepts). My goal is to ensure mastery of the material and strong performance on the easy, medium, and difficult sections of the test.
I not only teach students the important underlying concepts, but also teach them how to take the test. By perfecting timing strategies, process of elimination, and identification of themes, I enable students to maximize their scores.
Psychology
As a Psychology major, I gained experience in studying for a variety of subjects including Animal Behavior, Evolution of Cognition, and Personality Development. I will share with you a variety of methods to help you remember the information. I am dedicated to teaching you how to spot the most important details in your readings, how to create organized study summaries, and how to draw diagrams that will allow you to process and retain the material.
Public Speaking
Debate is a passion of mine. In high school, I served as President of The Horace Mann Model Congress Debate Team. In college, I held the position of President of The Columbia University Model Congress Debate Team for two years. I genuinely enjoy forming arguments, finding evidence, and writing speeches. I have coached students in debate, formal presentation, and conducting conversations (conference talks). I encourage students to find their own voices, utilize available resources, and practice the material until they are confident with their messages.
For many of us, public speaking is a nerve-racking challenge. I will guide you through the processes of research, writing, and speaking (grammar, pacing, style) in order to help you become an informative, intriguing, and persuasive speaker.
Study Skills
As a tutor for over seven years, I have taught students both what to learn and how to learn. I will show you core strategies for taking tests, keeping notes, and processing information. Practicing good organization and time management will make it easier for you to recall information, comprehend material, and improve academic performance. Let me help you develop these fundamental skills to give you an academic boost!
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