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Patient and Knowledgeable Ivy League Tutor & College Advisor
Daniel A.

5 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $40
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I am a highly experienced tutor with a strong academic background, having attended The Bronx High School of Science, one of the most competitive specialized high schools in New York City, and Cornell University, a prestigious Ivy League institution. My educational experience has given me deep familiarity with the practices, study skills, and strategies required to excel in the most rigorous academic environments, including scoring 5s on AP exams and mastering all core subject areas.

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I am a highly experienced tutor with a strong academic background, having attended The Bronx High School of Science, one of the most competitive specialized high schools in New York City, and Cornell University, a prestigious Ivy League institution. My educational experience has given me deep familiarity with the practices, study skills, and strategies required to excel in the most rigorous academic environments, including scoring 5s on AP exams and mastering all core subject areas.

Since 2018, I’ve tutored students in a range of settings, including tutoring centers, volunteer roles, and informal one-on-one sessions with peers and family. I work with students ages 7 to 18 across English, essay writing, math, and science, and also offer highly tailored college admissions guidance. My services extend beyond standard support, I also specialize in essay coaching, thematic personal branding, and full application packaging with a focus on improving prospects for top 25 college admissions. These methods are grounded in both proven results and my own successful experience navigating elite admissions.

My tutoring philosophy is rooted in adaptability: I begin with a diagnostic conversation to understand each student’s learning style, whether visual, auditory, or question-based, and design customized lesson plans accordingly. I also offer testing tips and techniques that make complex material more accessible and easier to retain. I’ve worked with students of varying needs, including those with learning differences, and remain committed to delivering high quality, results-driven tutoring.


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Cornell University
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College Counseling

College Counseling

I am currently attending Cornell University and have several years of experience counseling both high school and transfer students. I specialize in helping students increase their chances of admission to Ivy League and other top 25 universities through personalized application strategy, thematic revisions, essay guidance and editing, college selection, and interview preparation. My approach combines professional expertise with a deep understanding of each student’s unique strengths and goals, as well as drawing from my own experience having applied to and attended an Ivy League institution. I offer rare low rates while delivering excellent quality results.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

I study creative writing at Cornell University, where I’ve taken advanced poetry and fiction courses and participated in workshops led by Pulitzer Prize-winning authors. I hold a creative writing minor and have experience working with students of all ages, helping them find and refine their unique voice across genres. While I specialize in poetry and short narratives, I’ve taught all major forms and tailor each session based on the student’s goals and style. My approach emphasizes both skill-building and self-expression, guiding writers to grow with confidence, structure, and originality.
Debate

Debate

I attended the Bronx High School of Science, home to the #1 nationally ranked debate team, where I was one of the top congressional debaters and a Tournament of Champions qualifier. I focus on building student confidence, projection, and presence, alongside foundational debate skills like argumentation, writing, refutation, weighing, and more. My experience at the highest levels of competitive debate allows me to coach students in mastering both the technical and performance aspects needed for success.
Essay Writing

Essay Writing

I’ve studied advanced academic and creative writing at Cornell University and have experience writing across disciplines—from literary analysis to original neuroscience research. My essay writing background includes publishing research papers as well as crafting essays on short fiction, scientific topics, and personal narratives. I’ve tutored students of all levels in developing clarity, structure, and voice, whether for school assignments, admissions essays, or independent writing. Each session is tailored to help students express their ideas confidently and effectively.
Fiction Writing

Fiction Writing

I study creative writing at Cornell University, where I’ve taken advanced courses in fiction and participated in workshops led by award-winning authors. I specialize in helping students craft compelling narratives, with a focus on character development, story structure, voice, and revision. My teaching experience spans all age levels, and I tailor lessons to each writer’s goals and style, whether they’re just beginning or refining full-length stories. I guide students in building the skills and confidence to tell original, impactful stories across genres.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I attended the Bronx High School of Science, home to the nation’s top-ranked debate team, where I was a nationally recognized congressional debater and Tournament of Champions qualifier. Beyond debate, I’ve spoken at research galas and presented my own neuroscience research, gaining experience addressing audiences of hundreds across a range of topics. As a tutor, I equip students with the confidence, presence, focus, and technical skills needed to become powerful and persuasive public speakers.
Algebra 1
Biology
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
English
Grammar
Literature
Microsoft Excel
Phonics
Proofreading
Reading
Spelling
Study Skills
Vocabulary
Writing
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