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Expert Tutor | 25+ Years | Math (Elem–SAT) & ELA
Melinda P.

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I have been tutoring students since 2000, with over 25 years of experience providing individualized academic instruction to students in upper elementary, middle school, and high school. I work exclusively in one-on-one online settings, supporting students in math, ELA, writing, and standardized and entrance exam preparation, including SAT, SHSAT, and ISEE.

I hold a Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, along with multiple master’s degrees, including Bioethics from...

I have been tutoring students since 2000, with over 25 years of experience providing individualized academic instruction to students in upper elementary, middle school, and high school. I work exclusively in one-on-one online settings, supporting students in math, ELA, writing, and standardized and entrance exam preparation, including SAT, SHSAT, and ISEE.

I hold a Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, along with multiple master’s degrees, including Bioethics from the University of Pennsylvania (Perelman School of Medicine), Sociology & Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and Health Education from Columbia University. This interdisciplinary academic background informs my teaching approach across subjects, particularly in building strong reasoning, clarity of thought, and structured problem-solving.

My math instruction spans elementary foundations through algebra, geometry, and SAT math, while my ELA and writing work focuses on reading comprehension, grammar, organization, and analytical writing. Since 2014, I have worked extensively with students preparing for competitive NYC entrance exams, (including the ISEE, SHSAT, HSPT) often supporting them across multiple academic years.

I have significant experience working with students who struggle with confidence, consistency, or test anxiety, as well as students aiming to refine skills for high-stakes assessments. My sessions emphasize clear explanations, strategy development, guided practice, and accountability, helping students reduce careless errors and become more independent learners.

My goal is to help students develop durable academic skills while building confidence in their ability to tackle challenging material in a structured, supportive online environment.


Education

Baruch College
Anthropology
University of Pennsylvania Law School
J.D.
University of Penn School of Medicine
Masters

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Approved Subjects

COOP/HSPT

COOP/HSPT

I have extensive experience preparing students for Catholic high school entrance exams, including the TACHS, COOP, and HSPT. My approach emphasizes structured content review, targeted vocabulary development, math precision, and timed practice aligned with exam format. I focus on improving consistency, reducing avoidable errors, and building confidence before test day.
English

English

With over 25 years of teaching and tutoring experience, I support students in literary analysis, structured essay writing, grammar, and reading comprehension. My graduate training at Columbia University and the University of Pennsylvania informs my emphasis on clarity, argumentation, and analytical precision. I prepare students for classroom success as well as Regents and standardized exams. Instruction is individualized and conducted one-on-one online.
ISEE

ISEE

I have over 25 years of tutoring experience and have worked extensively with students preparing for the ISEE at the Upper, Middle, and Lower Levels. My instruction covers quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning, reading comprehension, and essay preparation, with an emphasis on strategy, pacing, and precision. I help students strengthen core skills while preparing for the structure and timing of competitive admissions testing. I have helped students gain acceptance to Poly Prep, Little Red, Dalton, Horace Mann, Riverdale, Trinity, and more.
Regents

Regents

I have over 25 years of tutoring experience and have prepared students for multiple New York State Regents exams in math and English. My instruction focuses on standards-based mastery, targeted skill reinforcement, and Regents-specific question formats. I analyze past exams to identify recurring concepts and help students improve accuracy, pacing, and written responses where required. All sessions are conducted one-on-one online and tailored to each student’s performance level and exam goals.
SAT Math

SAT Math

With more than 25 years of tutoring experience, I prepare students for the SAT Math section using a structured, data-driven approach. I focus on algebra, advanced math concepts, word problem translation, and precision under timed conditions. My method emphasizes pattern recognition, strategic elimination, and systematic error analysis to maximize score gains. Instruction is individualized and conducted one-on-one online.
SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

SHSAT (NY HS admissions)

I have been tutoring students since 2000 and have extensive experience preparing students for the SHSAT and other competitive NYC entrance exams. My instruction focuses on advanced problem-solving, reading comprehension, and test-specific strategy, including pacing, accuracy, and error analysis. I work with students who are building foundational skills as well as those seeking score refinement before the exam. Students I have worked with have been accepted to Stuyvesant, Bronx Science, Brooklyn Tech, Brooklyn Latin, and all the other specialized schools.
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
Elementary Math
Prealgebra
SAT Reading
SSAT
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