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Ellie M.

Fun, Friendly, Intelligent Math, Writing, Reading and Exam Prep Tutor

Fun, Friendly, Intelligent Math, Writing, Reading and Exam Prep Tutor

$75/hour

5.0 (343 ratings)

  • 741 hours tutoring

  • Brooklyn, NY 11235

About Ellie

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Please NOTE: I Tutor within 5 miles of zip code 11223 ONLY and online

Get ahead in school, get ahead in life!

I offer private classes to help students of all ages advance beyond their peers. A highly qualified graduate of NYU's prestigious Steinhardt School of Education, I'm a New York State-licensed teacher and the founder of Pen Paper Imagination, providing one-on-one and group mentoring in Literacy, Reading, Writing, Creative Writing and Math.

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Please NOTE: I Tutor within 5 miles of zip code 11223 ONLY and online

Get ahead in school, get ahead in life!

I offer private classes to help students of all ages advance beyond their peers. A highly qualified graduate of NYU's prestigious Steinhardt School of Education, I'm a New York State-licensed teacher and the founder of Pen Paper Imagination, providing one-on-one and group mentoring in Literacy, Reading, Writing, Creative Writing and Math.

Let me get your kids prepared for tests! In addition to helping your children understand classes in math (grades 1-5), reading and creative writing (all grades), I offer exam preparation for SHSAT, GED, SAT, ACT, ISEE, History Regents, State Exams for elementary and middle schools and much more.

Play therapy is also one of my passions. I work closely with younger children ( ages 1-5) to teach them the value of play and especially work on developing play skills for self soothing and independent play.

It's not just for kids - I also provide essay help and essay editing for college students.

Parents: I am a private education consultant to parents, if you are looking to place your child in a new school or doing research on which schools are best for your child I will gladly help!

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Education

New York University--Certified Teacher
Education
NYU
Graduate Coursework
Queens College--Literacy Specialist and Coach
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly rate: $75
  • Rate details: Full Lesson charge will apply for cancellation done less than 24 hours
  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person and online
  • Travel policy: Within 10 miles of Brooklyn, NY 11235
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 7/13/2014

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Subjects

Business

GRE

Corporate Training

Turkish,

Turkish

I am a fluent speaker of the Turkish language. I have been learning it for the last 15 years and I communicate fluently with the natives of the country. I am proficient in reading, writing, grammar and speaking. I practice the language daily, translate text and watch Turkish television in order to improve and maintain my language skills.
Grammar, Proofreading

Elementary Education

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher. I work privately with students of all ages and grades as well as teach full time during the school year. I have a lot of materials and experience to teach K-6th grades. My approach to teaching math is through games and as well as books and many online materials and resources. For reading, writing, and literacy I have also prepared activities that engage students and teach them the material they need to know in order excel at school and in the future. My writing students make transition from paragraph writing into essay writing after 4-5 lessons. I cover grammar, sentence structure, importance of organization of thought and everything in between. My students especially enjoy the topics I assign for Creative Writing and Literature Discussion. While Studying my students don't only learn school basics but also how to communicate with others and express their feelings and opinions in a educated and civil manner.
Phonics,

Phonics

I am a reading specialist and coach here to help your child learn how to read and eliminate frustration that dyslexia can cause in children. I am trained in reading instruction through phonics and whole language approach. Get your child the help they need now, don’t wait! Early intervention is proven to eliminate dyslexia in young children and rid them from frustration they might have due to reading problems.
Reading,

Reading

I am a NYS certified reading specialist and coach specializing in reading and writing using many methods. I also design and deliver Professional Developments on reading and writing to independent schools.
Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary

English

English,

English

I'm a reading specialist and coach for grades K-12, specializing in teaching reading and writing through many methods such as phonics and whole language approach.
Reading,

Reading

I am a NYS certified reading specialist and coach specializing in reading and writing using many methods. I also design and deliver Professional Developments on reading and writing to independent schools.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I am a reading and writing specialist and SAT tutor
Writing,

Writing

I'm a reading and writing specialist working with students of all ages and grades.
ACT English, ACT Reading, Grammar, Literature, Proofreading, SAT Writing, Spelling, TOEFL, Vocabulary

History

Social Studies,

Social Studies

I'm a Certified New York State Social Studies teacher. I teach 9-12th grades.
American History, European History, Government & Politics, World History

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher. I work privately with students of all ages and grades as well as teach full time during the school year. I have a lot of materials and experience to teach K-6th grades. My approach to teaching math is through games and as well as books and many online materials and resources. For reading, writing, and literacy I have also prepared activities that engage students and teach them the material they need to know in order excel at school and in the future. My writing students make transition from paragraph writing into essay writing after 4-5 lessons. I cover grammar, sentence structure, importance of organization of thought and everything in between. My students especially enjoy the topics I assign for Creative Writing and Literature Discussion. While Studying my students don't only learn school basics but also how to communicate with others and express their feelings and opinions in a educated and civil manner.
English,

English

I'm a reading specialist and coach for grades K-12, specializing in teaching reading and writing through many methods such as phonics and whole language approach.
Reading,

Reading

I am a NYS certified reading specialist and coach specializing in reading and writing using many methods. I also design and deliver Professional Developments on reading and writing to independent schools.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I am a reading and writing specialist and SAT tutor
Writing,

Writing

I'm a reading and writing specialist working with students of all ages and grades.
Spelling

Language

Turkish,

Turkish

I am a fluent speaker of the Turkish language. I have been learning it for the last 15 years and I communicate fluently with the natives of the country. I am proficient in reading, writing, grammar and speaking. I practice the language daily, translate text and watch Turkish television in order to improve and maintain my language skills.
TOEFL

Most Popular

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher. I work privately with students of all ages and grades as well as teach full time during the school year. I have a lot of materials and experience to teach K-6th grades. My approach to teaching math is through games and as well as books and many online materials and resources. For reading, writing, and literacy I have also prepared activities that engage students and teach them the material they need to know in order excel at school and in the future. My writing students make transition from paragraph writing into essay writing after 4-5 lessons. I cover grammar, sentence structure, importance of organization of thought and everything in between. My students especially enjoy the topics I assign for Creative Writing and Literature Discussion. While Studying my students don't only learn school basics but also how to communicate with others and express their feelings and opinions in a educated and civil manner.
English,

English

I'm a reading specialist and coach for grades K-12, specializing in teaching reading and writing through many methods such as phonics and whole language approach.
Reading,

Reading

I am a NYS certified reading specialist and coach specializing in reading and writing using many methods. I also design and deliver Professional Developments on reading and writing to independent schools.
Writing

Writing

I'm a reading and writing specialist working with students of all ages and grades.

Other

Government & Politics

Special Needs

Dyslexia,

Dyslexia

Early intervention is proven to eliminate dyslexia in young children and rid them from frustration caused by the lack of reading skills. As a New York State-licensed teacher and literacy specialist, I am trained in working with both younger and older children who have reading disabilities. My approach is to help students understand and realize that they can achieve their reading goals and become fluent readers. I find my students' interests and get to know them in order to design lessons with optimal results. Your child will learn how to read and go beyond reading if you're patient and work with the correct literacy specialist.
Phonics,

Phonics

I am a reading specialist and coach here to help your child learn how to read and eliminate frustration that dyslexia can cause in children. I am trained in reading instruction through phonics and whole language approach. Get your child the help they need now, don’t wait! Early intervention is proven to eliminate dyslexia in young children and rid them from frustration they might have due to reading problems.
Special Needs

Special Needs

I'm a certified teacher and I work with young children, ages 2-12 who have special needs and need special instruction. I am well versed in child development, child psychology and parenting skills. I help parents manage their children’s schedules and start a routine for the children which in tern helps the child and the parent with time management, behavioral issues and therapy. I work with children to establish their social and emotional skills by engaging them in activities with family members, other children and teaching them to engage in independent play. I do a lot of arts and crafts, hands on activities with books, puzzles, drawing, painting, letter, color, shape, number learning. I teach reading, writing, math and organizations skills. I enjoy working with children and seeing them blossom and appreciate the process of learning and become creative in many ways through art and education.

Sports/Recreation

Cooking

Cooking

When I step into my kitchen I forget all my problems. I relax while I cook no matter how tired I am. Cooking is my passion, I enjoy it as much as I enjoy teaching. I love to host dinners and cook delicious dishes from around the world. I have tons of my own recipes and easy step-by-step directions for those who want to cook.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I am a certified teacher. I work privately with students of all ages and grades as well as teach full time during the school year. I have a lot of materials and experience to teach K-6th grades. My approach to teaching math is through games and as well as books and many online materials and resources. For reading, writing, and literacy I have also prepared activities that engage students and teach them the material they need to know in order excel at school and in the future. My writing students make transition from paragraph writing into essay writing after 4-5 lessons. I cover grammar, sentence structure, importance of organization of thought and everything in between. My students especially enjoy the topics I assign for Creative Writing and Literature Discussion. While Studying my students don't only learn school basics but also how to communicate with others and express their feelings and opinions in a educated and civil manner.
Reading,

Reading

I am a NYS certified reading specialist and coach specializing in reading and writing using many methods. I also design and deliver Professional Developments on reading and writing to independent schools.
Writing

Writing

I'm a reading and writing specialist working with students of all ages and grades.

Test Preparation

ISEE,

ISEE

I have been teaching and tutoring for The Independent School Entrance Examination--ISEE for nearly 5 years. I have experience both in the Upper and the Lower levels of the exam. I teach all the sections: comprehension, writing, logical thinking and reasoning as well as the math sections. My students have gotten into the schools of their choices and have many success stories to share.
Regents,

Regents

I'm a classroom History teacher, and 99% of my students successfully passed their NYS History Regents exams with high marks. I enjoy teaching and waking up every single morning to go to work. Not only do I teach History, but I also teach test taking skills, to give my students a boost of confidence and energy.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I am a reading and writing specialist and SAT tutor
ACT English, ACT Reading, ASVAB, GRE, PSAT, SAT Writing, SSAT, TOEFL

Resources

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Excellent tutor!

To all who are considering a tutor, I highly recommend Ellie. My daughter was having a difficult time in her US History class and we were concerned about her being able to pass the regents. So I hired Ellie. The minute she stepped through the door I knew I made the right choice. She was friendly and relatable. My moody teenaged daughter loved her and trust me that doesn't happen often. Ellie was extremely patient and yet didn't tolerate excuses. My daughter became so proficient in her history class that she began tutoring her classmates. Needless to say, she passed with flying colors and so did her friends which is a testament to Ellie'e skills as a tutor. Ellie was always on time, accommodating and easy to reach. My only regret is that I didn't find her in my daughter's freshman year which would have made a tremendous difference in her overall GPA. Again, I recommend Ellie to everyone without reservation.

Sonia, 13 lessons with Ellie
Tutor responded:

It was my pleasure teaching your child and getting to know her, she is wonderful and I wish her all the best in college and in her bright and beautiful future! Thank you!

Excellent. Knowledgeable and patient

Ellie is very patient. She teaches my son strategies for reading and understanding text for the SAT. She assigns him homework to practice what they are learning.

Giovanna, 8 lessons with Ellie

A Knowledge and a Method

Ellie is involved in a meticulous and lasting process. She teaches my g-daughter the art of writing. She is a knowledgeable teacher with her own methodology. My g-daughter enjoyed her lessons

Oleg, 8 lessons with Ellie

Knowledgeable and kid friendly tutor

Ellie is currently tutoring my son for the ISEE exam and he really loves the lessons. He is learning a lot and is very comfortable with the topics he was unable master in Math. He continues to work with her and now he feels confident about taking the exam.

Sophia, 6 lessons with Ellie

Dependable, student-friendly, a motivator

Ellie was the tutor to one of my students and she taught her SAT English. She was able to motivate her towards studies, motivate her to read appropriate novels in a short time. My student seemed quite pleased with her teaching and the lessons went on till she took the actual SAT exam.

Murat, 10 lessons with Ellie

My son loves to learn with her!

Ellie is the best, she keeps my son interested! I see improvement after every lesson. One of the best decisions I ever made!

Lisa, 7 lessons with Ellie

Great teacher, very patient !

Ellie is a great tutor ! Super patient and thorough. She took her time explaining each concept. I highly recommended!

Sara, 8 lessons with Ellie

Amazing! Will definitely use her again.

As parents we want someone who can get our kids where they need to be academically, but I also think, we want someone who can help us, as parents, to do the same. Ellie is that someone. Ellie started tutoring my son in March until the end of August 2015 he was in 2nd grade at the time. She is extremely knowledgeable not just on the academic side, but also in terms of the social and emotional side of what helps a child learn. She always put the comfort of my son first. I was very happy with the fact that Ellie challenged my son by introducing him to math and math concepts that were above his grade level at the time. She knew that math was his favorite subject, and capitalized on that. Ellie had him simplifying, dividing, and multiplying, fractions and mixed fractions. He is in 3rd grade now and is doing extremely well. He's improved in his reading fluency, and is really developing a love for writing, thanks to the work that Ellie did with him, and the advice she gave us. She lets you know all the things your child will need in the beginning. She also makes use of technology in her teaching methods, like apps you can download and use with your child on your own. She even started teaching him beginner finger placement for typing, on her ipad. Ellie uses enough different techniques to keep a child interested and engaged. She was always available to answer questions, and always open to input from us. If you want a tutor that can put both yourself and your child at ease, who is very competent, who makes use of EVERY minute they are with your child, and who your child will genuinely love working with, so you will see results, Ellie is the tutor for you!

Maya, 10 lessons with Ellie
Tutor responded:

Thank you!!! Your child is a wonderful person and you're a fantastic mom.

Great Tutor

Ellie prepared my son for the Lower Level ISEE test. She was always very professional, punctual and pleasant; my son was comfortable working with her from the first session. My son says, "She was a great tutor and she made studying fun by giving me activities that were not too hard for my level but not too easy. She gave me challenges and kept pushing me to do better. I felt well-prepared for the test, thanks to her." We highly recommend Ellie!

Erica, 8 lessons with Ellie

Awesome Tutor

Ellie has been tutoring my son for the GED for about 2 months, she is wonderful! She is very patient, encouraging, and professional and also makes the lessons very personable. My son is very comfortable with her and actually looks forward to his next tutoring session. Ellie also keeps me up to date with emails of their sessions and is detailed with what they have worked on and what he needs improvement with, as well as what he has accomplished. I would most definitely recommend Ellie, she is awesome!

Grace, 40 lessons with Ellie
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