Zachary B.
Private tutor in Brooklyn, NY
Education
The New School - BA, Culture and Media
Experience
Hi, I'm Zachary. I earned my B.A. in Culture and Media with a focus in Film Studies from The New School. After receiving my degree, I tutored in math at the Harlem Children's Zone. While I was tutoring there, I helped students of many ages from kindergarten to eighth grade. I write, produce, and perform in live shows. This experience includes working with writers, so I believe I am an excellent writing teacher. When I tutor in writing, I focus on structure, characterization, and central theme. I am available to help in math, English, and creative writing. My tutoring style focuses on figuring out each student's individual learning needs, and creating a lesson plan that meets those needs. I like to give my students options. I show them a few different ways to solve a problem and let them tell me what way works best. I then focus on whichever technique worked for them going forward. Sometimes students get a little hung up on a problem. In this case, I have found that slightly shifting their thinking process opens them up to solve the initial problem and move forward to others. I also believe in making learning fun. I have worked as a special activity director at a summer camp for five summers, so I understand the importance of adding a little fun to the learning process to keep students interested. When I am not working, I enjoy hiking, skiing, catching up on current events, and reading comics.
Availability
Weekdays at any time, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 30 minutes away at my regular hourly rate
Hobbies
Film, TV, Comics, Games, Current events, Comedy, Hiking, and Skiing.
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