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Eric S.

Certified Teacher with Masters Specializing in ACT, SAT, and Math

Certified Teacher with Masters Specializing in ACT, SAT, and Math

$65/hour

5.0 (12 ratings)

  • 16 hours tutoring

About Eric

Bio

Hello! I'm Eric. I'm a professional educator with over six years of tutoring experience. I'm a former high school science teacher and, most recently, was an education director in New York City. I have also been a test prep tutor (primarily the ACT and SAT) for the last two years. My tutoring style is relationship-based. I strive to get to know students and tailor a tutoring program specifically for them. The tutoring environment I create is a space where students can feel relaxed, challenged,...

Hello! I'm Eric. I'm a professional educator with over six years of tutoring experience. I'm a former high school science teacher and, most recently, was an education director in New York City. I have also been a test prep tutor (primarily the ACT and SAT) for the last two years. My tutoring style is relationship-based. I strive to get to know students and tailor a tutoring program specifically for them. The tutoring environment I create is a space where students can feel relaxed, challenged, and free to make mistakes (dare I say have fun?).

In the past two years, I've focused on ACT and SAT test prep. I have found that a rigorous program of mock testing, homework, and one-on-one lessons yields the biggest improvement in scores and confidence. My work with students has yielded an average composite ACT increase of 3-4 points and an average increase of around 150 points on the new SAT.

While I never guarantee a certain score or result, I can guarantee that I'll work hard to get to know you as a student and do everything in my power to help you succeed. I expect my students to work just as hard!

I hope to work with you soon!

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Education

University of Notre Dame
Pre Medicine
Loyola Marymount University
Masters
Stanford University
Masters

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Subjects

Elementary Education

Common Core,

Common Core

Common core math is quite different from what many adults (including myself) grew up with. It asks students to read, deconstruct, reconstruct, and synthesize just to do something as simple as adding or multiplying numbers. This can often be challenging for students not used to this approach. In the past six years, I've worked with countless students on common core math assignments. I believe mastery of these concepts lies in both 1) understanding the underlying concepts and 2) practicing the skill several times. Working together, we can decode these tough math assignments and improve your overall math skills.
Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

Elementary Math Qualifications: I am the current education director with South Bronx United. I coordinate and tutor students ages 10-19 specializing in all math subjects (elementary math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, SAT math etc). Prior to moving to NY, I taught science for three years in East Los Angeles. I have been tutoring and mentoring for over eight years; I absolutely love it!
Study Skills

English

ACT English,

ACT English

The English section of the ACT can be challenging due to its focus on nitty-gritty grammar rules and rhetoric. Through my extensive work on this section, I'm familiar with the way the section asks certain questions and hope to pass that knowledge on to you! I also hope to share the various strategies I've picked up over my years of teaching. I've had lots of success on this section helping students raise their scores 3+ points on this section as well as helping them improve their composite by 3-4 points.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

In the past two years, I've focused on ACT. I have found that a rigorous program of mock testing, homework, and one-on-one lessons yields the biggest improvement in scores and confidence. My work with students has yielded an average composite ACT increase of 3-4 points.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

In the past two years, I've focused on SAT test prep. I have found that a rigorous program of mock testing, homework, and one-on-one lessons yields the biggest improvement in scores and confidence. My work with students has yielded an average increase of around 150 points on the new SAT.
Writing

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra 1 and Chemistry Qualifications: I am the current Education Director with South Bronx United. I coordinate and tutor students ages 10-19. I specialize in all math subjects (elementary math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, SAT math etc). Prior to moving to NY, I taught chemistry and biology to 9th, 10th, and 11th students in East Los Angeles. I majored in pre-medicine in college and am proficient in general chemistry and biology. I have been tutoring and mentoring for over 8 years; I love every minute of it!
Biology,

Biology

I am a former high school biology teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I'd like to help you get ahead of the game, solidify challenging concepts, and improve your success.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I am a former high school chemistry teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I can help you navigate chemistry and all the associated math. I aim to break down challenging concepts and present them in new and interesting ways. I hope to work with you!
Geometry,

Geometry

I've had extensive experience working with high school students to improve their geometry skills (and grade!). The subject can be quite different from algebra and middle school math. I aim to help you navigate the diagrams, theorems, and proofs, all the while giving you the confidence to excel in the classroom.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

As a student (a while ago!) I scored a 760 and 780 on the SAT I Math and SAT II Math sections. I have over 8 years of general tutoring experience and am looking to continue tutoring for a long time; I absolutely love it! Over my years of teaching this subject, I've developed strategies that can help you navigate the updated math section. Together we can develop a strategy that plays to your strengths, addresses your areas of improvement, and, ultimately, gets you a higher scores!
Algebra 2, Physics, Prealgebra, Study Skills, Writing

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

The math section of the ACT can be challenging due to its broad range of math topics covered as well as its gradual increasing difficulty. Through my extensive work on this section, I've developed key strategies to deploy when you're stuck and ways to maximize point pick-up. I've had lots of success on this section helping students raise their scores 3+ points on this section as well as helping them improve their composite by 3-4 points.
Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra 1 and Chemistry Qualifications: I am the current Education Director with South Bronx United. I coordinate and tutor students ages 10-19. I specialize in all math subjects (elementary math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, SAT math etc). Prior to moving to NY, I taught chemistry and biology to 9th, 10th, and 11th students in East Los Angeles. I majored in pre-medicine in college and am proficient in general chemistry and biology. I have been tutoring and mentoring for over 8 years; I love every minute of it!
Geometry,

Geometry

I've had extensive experience working with high school students to improve their geometry skills (and grade!). The subject can be quite different from algebra and middle school math. I aim to help you navigate the diagrams, theorems, and proofs, all the while giving you the confidence to excel in the classroom.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

As a student (a while ago!) I scored a 760 and 780 on the SAT I Math and SAT II Math sections. I have over 8 years of general tutoring experience and am looking to continue tutoring for a long time; I absolutely love it! Over my years of teaching this subject, I've developed strategies that can help you navigate the updated math section. Together we can develop a strategy that plays to your strengths, addresses your areas of improvement, and, ultimately, gets you a higher scores!
Algebra 2, Physics, Prealgebra, Trigonometry

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra 1 and Chemistry Qualifications: I am the current Education Director with South Bronx United. I coordinate and tutor students ages 10-19. I specialize in all math subjects (elementary math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, SAT math etc). Prior to moving to NY, I taught chemistry and biology to 9th, 10th, and 11th students in East Los Angeles. I majored in pre-medicine in college and am proficient in general chemistry and biology. I have been tutoring and mentoring for over 8 years; I love every minute of it!
Biology,

Biology

I am a former high school biology teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I'd like to help you get ahead of the game, solidify challenging concepts, and improve your success.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I am a former high school chemistry teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I can help you navigate chemistry and all the associated math. I aim to break down challenging concepts and present them in new and interesting ways. I hope to work with you!
Geometry,

Geometry

I've had extensive experience working with high school students to improve their geometry skills (and grade!). The subject can be quite different from algebra and middle school math. I aim to help you navigate the diagrams, theorems, and proofs, all the while giving you the confidence to excel in the classroom.
Algebra 2, Physics, Prealgebra, Study Skills, Writing

Other

Study Skills

Science

ACT Science,

ACT Science

The science section of the ACT is challenging because of time constraints. The test demands students spend less than one minute per problem, and that doesn't include reading and interpreting the passage! Through my extensive work on this section, I've developed key strategies to save time, build confidence, and improve scores. Let me know if you'd like to work together and learn them! I've had lots of success on this section helping students raise their scores 3+ points on this section as well as helping them improve their composite by 3-4 points.
Biology,

Biology

I am a former high school biology teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I'd like to help you get ahead of the game, solidify challenging concepts, and improve your success.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I am a former high school chemistry teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I can help you navigate chemistry and all the associated math. I aim to break down challenging concepts and present them in new and interesting ways. I hope to work with you!
Physics

Special Needs

Study Skills

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

Algebra 1 and Chemistry Qualifications: I am the current Education Director with South Bronx United. I coordinate and tutor students ages 10-19. I specialize in all math subjects (elementary math, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, SAT math etc). Prior to moving to NY, I taught chemistry and biology to 9th, 10th, and 11th students in East Los Angeles. I majored in pre-medicine in college and am proficient in general chemistry and biology. I have been tutoring and mentoring for over 8 years; I love every minute of it!
Biology,

Biology

I am a former high school biology teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I'd like to help you get ahead of the game, solidify challenging concepts, and improve your success.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I am a former high school chemistry teacher with over 9+ years of experience (3 years of teaching, 6+ years tutoring). I can help you navigate chemistry and all the associated math. I aim to break down challenging concepts and present them in new and interesting ways. I hope to work with you!
Geometry,

Geometry

I've had extensive experience working with high school students to improve their geometry skills (and grade!). The subject can be quite different from algebra and middle school math. I aim to help you navigate the diagrams, theorems, and proofs, all the while giving you the confidence to excel in the classroom.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

As a student (a while ago!) I scored a 760 and 780 on the SAT I Math and SAT II Math sections. I have over 8 years of general tutoring experience and am looking to continue tutoring for a long time; I absolutely love it! Over my years of teaching this subject, I've developed strategies that can help you navigate the updated math section. Together we can develop a strategy that plays to your strengths, addresses your areas of improvement, and, ultimately, gets you a higher scores!
Algebra 2, GED, Physics, Study Skills, Writing

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

The English section of the ACT can be challenging due to its focus on nitty-gritty grammar rules and rhetoric. Through my extensive work on this section, I'm familiar with the way the section asks certain questions and hope to pass that knowledge on to you! I also hope to share the various strategies I've picked up over my years of teaching. I've had lots of success on this section helping students raise their scores 3+ points on this section as well as helping them improve their composite by 3-4 points.
ACT Math,

ACT Math

The math section of the ACT can be challenging due to its broad range of math topics covered as well as its gradual increasing difficulty. Through my extensive work on this section, I've developed key strategies to deploy when you're stuck and ways to maximize point pick-up. I've had lots of success on this section helping students raise their scores 3+ points on this section as well as helping them improve their composite by 3-4 points.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

In the past two years, I've focused on ACT. I have found that a rigorous program of mock testing, homework, and one-on-one lessons yields the biggest improvement in scores and confidence. My work with students has yielded an average composite ACT increase of 3-4 points.
ACT Science,

ACT Science

The science section of the ACT is challenging because of time constraints. The test demands students spend less than one minute per problem, and that doesn't include reading and interpreting the passage! Through my extensive work on this section, I've developed key strategies to save time, build confidence, and improve scores. Let me know if you'd like to work together and learn them! I've had lots of success on this section helping students raise their scores 3+ points on this section as well as helping them improve their composite by 3-4 points.
Common Core,

Common Core

Common core math is quite different from what many adults (including myself) grew up with. It asks students to read, deconstruct, reconstruct, and synthesize just to do something as simple as adding or multiplying numbers. This can often be challenging for students not used to this approach. In the past six years, I've worked with countless students on common core math assignments. I believe mastery of these concepts lies in both 1) understanding the underlying concepts and 2) practicing the skill several times. Working together, we can decode these tough math assignments and improve your overall math skills.
Regents,

Regents

As an education director, I oversaw all aspects of our regents prep curriculum which prepared our high school students for exams in all core subjects. I am familiar with the format of each exam and each grading system. I believe effective regents exam prep is built around carefully designed tutoring sessions, homework, and mock exams. Though I am versed in all core exams, I am most comfortable with Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Living Environment, Chemistry, and ELA.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

As a student (a while ago!) I scored a 760 and 780 on the SAT I Math and SAT II Math sections. I have over 8 years of general tutoring experience and am looking to continue tutoring for a long time; I absolutely love it! Over my years of teaching this subject, I've developed strategies that can help you navigate the updated math section. Together we can develop a strategy that plays to your strengths, addresses your areas of improvement, and, ultimately, gets you a higher scores!
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

In the past two years, I've focused on SAT test prep. I have found that a rigorous program of mock testing, homework, and one-on-one lessons yields the biggest improvement in scores and confidence. My work with students has yielded an average increase of around 150 points on the new SAT.
GED, SSAT

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Excellent Tutor!

Eric S. was very helpful and explained concepts I wasn’t understanding. He helped me work through multiple homework problems.

Cleo, 2 lessons with Eric

Very helpful!

My daughter is confident that she will do great on the ACT. Eric is very patient and clear. He provided documents prior to the session and made the most of the time. Ann S.

Ann, 1 lesson with Eric

Great Tutor

Eric is very patient and seems to be doing a great job. He's also a very nice guy and he's been very dependable. It's still too soon to tell if my daughter's grades will improve dramatically, but I intend to stick with him.

Barbara, 5 lessons with Eric

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