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Ivy League Tutor in College Counseling and K-12 ELA
Andy M.

5.0 (98 ratings)

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As a general education and special education teacher who is passionate about fostering growth and academic success, I specialize in both K-12 English Language Arts tutoring and college counseling. I use a dynamic approach that includes screen sharing, typing out a student's thought processes in real time, incorporating vibrant visuals to enhance understanding, and utilizing custom worksheets and learning activities appropriate for an online setting. This method not only showcases the...

As a general education and special education teacher who is passionate about fostering growth and academic success, I specialize in both K-12 English Language Arts tutoring and college counseling. I use a dynamic approach that includes screen sharing, typing out a student's thought processes in real time, incorporating vibrant visuals to enhance understanding, and utilizing custom worksheets and learning activities appropriate for an online setting. This method not only showcases the student's writing capabilities but also actively involves them in the learning process.

My teaching approach is highly personalized, tailored to meet the student’s specific needs. At the beginning of every session, I incorporate a freewriting exercise to help the student warm up and build writing confidence without pressure. From there, I customize the lesson based on the skills that need strengthening—whether it’s reading comprehension, analytical writing, or grammar. Throughout the session, I work closely with the student, checking for understanding at every step and encouraging questions. By breaking down concepts clearly and adapting in real time, I ensure that the student not only stays engaged but also feels supported in their learning process.

In addition to K-12 ELA tutoring, I offer comprehensive college counseling services. Drawing upon my expertise in academia and counseling, I guide students through the complex undergraduate and graduate school application processes, offering support in crafting compelling essays, choosing prospective schools, and navigating admissions requirements. My goal is to empower students to confidently pursue their academic and career aspirations.

Whether you're seeking assistance with developing K-12 ELA skills or navigating the path to higher education, I am committed to providing personalized support tailored to your unique needs and goals. I am so excited for us to work together!

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Education

Cornell University
Literatures and Feminist Studies
Teachers College, Columbia University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

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College Counseling

College Counseling

Education has always been the center of my life. In 2022, I received my B.A. from Cornell University and graduated Magna Cum Laude. In 2024, I received my M.A. from Columbia University while also teaching both general and special education students in NYC public schools. During my time at Cornell, I wrote various essays for scholarship applications, internship applications, and graduate school applications. I am a strong writer, as well as a strong teacher.
Elementary (K-6th)

Elementary (K-6th)

I am dual certified in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) and Students with Disabilities (Grades 1-6). My expertise spans both general education and special education, allowing me to effectively address diverse learning needs in the classroom. With a strong foundation in Universal Design for Learning, transformative educational pedagogies, and student-centered teaching strategies, I am dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Grammar

Grammar

I graduated from Cornell University in May 2022 and double majored in Literatures in English and Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. As such, I have read hundreds of classic novels and academic essays and have written just as many pieces, ranging from analytical to narrative to creative. I specifically graduated Magna Cum Laude for my year-long research on children’s media; my research required me to read and analyze numerous books and essays written by experts in the fields of digital media and K-12 education. I plan to publish my research in an academic journal.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I graduated from Cornell University in May 2022 and double majored in Literatures in English and Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. As such, I have read hundreds of classic novels and academic essays and have written just as many pieces, ranging from analytical to narrative to creative. I specifically graduated Magna Cum Laude for my year-long research on children’s media; my research required me to read and analyze numerous books and essays written by experts in the fields of digital media and K-12 education. I plan to publish my research in an academic journal.
Reading

Reading

I graduated from Cornell University in May 2022 and double majored in Literatures in English and Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. As such, I have read hundreds of classic novels and academic essays. I specifically graduated Magna Cum Laude for my year-long research on children’s media; my research required me to read and analyze numerous books and essays written by experts in the fields of digital media and K-12 education.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

I graduated from Cornell University in May 2022 and double majored in Literatures in English and Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. As such, I have read hundreds of classic novels and academic essays and have written just as many pieces, ranging from analytical to narrative to creative. I specifically graduated Magna Cum Laude for my year-long research on children’s media; my research required me to read and analyze numerous books and essays written by experts in the fields of digital media and K-12 education. I plan to publish my research in an academic journal.
Writing

Writing

I graduated from Cornell University in May 2022 and double majored in Literatures in English and Feminist, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. As such, I have read hundreds of classic novels and academic essays and have written just as many pieces, ranging from analytical to narrative to creative. I specifically graduated Magna Cum Laude for my year-long research on children’s media; my research required me to read and analyze numerous books and essays written by experts in the fields of digital media and K-12 education. I plan to publish my research in an academic journal.
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Excellent teacher

Andy has been very helpful with my 10-year-old daughter over the past year. She is knowledgeable, organized, well-prepared, and patient. My daughter's writing and reading comprehension skills have greatly improved compared to last year before we started tutoring. I am so happy to have found Andy on Wyzant. She is exceptional.

J, 67 lessons with Andy

patient and professional teacher

Andy has been teaching my son writing for nearly a year, and the experience has been fantastic. She is a patient teacher who is young yet very professional and skilled. Her lessons are always well-prepared and structured. My son has learned a lot of useful skills for writing different types of articles and made great progress in his final assessment at the end of the semester. I truly appreciate Andy's help!

Alicia, 31 lessons with Andy

Nothing but fantastic experience

My niece has been working with Andy for several months now, and we are truly grateful to have found such a dedicated tutor. Andy meticulously plans each lesson, ensuring it is tailored to my niece's learning needs. Since she started working with Andy, her writing skills have significantly improved, and she now feels more confident in constructing well-organized and clear sentences. I highly recommend Andy to anyone looking to enhance their writing abilities.

Jenny, 46 lessons with Andy

Very Helpful!

Helped reassure me about my college anxieties. Kept me on track and brought me back to center. Definitely recommend them.

Anastasia, 12 lessons with Andy

Admission Essay Edit

Andy helped me edit my college admission essay for several different schools. Together, we reduced word count, rephrased, and used proper grammar. Andy always goes above and beyond, even asking you to reach out if you have any questions.

Victoriah, 8 lessons with Andy

Very Helpful!

They helped me understand what I needed to do and assisted me through the college application process. Definitely recommend!

Anastasia, 12 lessons with Andy

Caring and knowledgeable Tutor.

Andy is helping support my daughter around general ELA skills. This includes reading, writing, comprehension, vocabulary and finding her voice for her written work. Andy is extremely knowledgeable, professional, caring and knows how to reach my daughter. We look forward to seeing Andy again soon.

Nora, 2 lessons with Andy

Excellent tutor!

Andy guided me through my graduate school personal statement with the utmost patience, understanding, and knowledge. I was so anxious about completing my paper on time, and Andy's professional guidance made my fears disappear. I highly recommend Andy to anyone struggling with any sort of writing assignment. I would rate them more than five stars if I could!

Miriam, 3 lessons with Andy

Knowledgeable and patient teacher

During the lesson it was reviewed conjunctive adverbs, adjectives, adverbs, interjections, pronouns, and verb phrases. Andy did fantastic on all the exercises.

Goran, 9 lessons with Andy
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