Benjamin
Test Prep Expert and More
I have an outstanding record of achievement in education including several national awards, and the distinction of having run some of the most successful programs in Long Island. The American Academy for the Advancement of Science has designed seminars to teach others my methods. I am an experienced and effective tutor in over 30 subjects as well as a former science center director and published columnist in Scholastic. A graduate of Brooklyn College with a Bachelors in Accounting, a Master...
accounting
Accounting served as the base of my overall education and an entry point to everything I needed to do. I took courses all the way through the CPA exam, and excelled in related work venues, getting opportunities in most of the areas you've heard about--government, public accounting, private business, and non-profits. How accounting is taught hasn't changed much, the good and the bad of it. I know every rough spot along the way, and I provide guidance and encouragement for my students, some of whom are current professionals who missed a thing or two in school. My specialties right now are: first year and intermediate financial accounting, taxation, and aspects of the CPA test. I also help with related issues, including, but not limited to: career counseling and spreadsheets.
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading
ACT Science
algebra 1
algebra 2
American history
astronomy
ASVAB
biology
business
career development
Chinese
criminal justice
ecology
elementary (k-6th)
elementary math
elementary science
English
ESL/ESOL
European history
film
GED
general computer
geography
geology
geometry
GMAT
government & politics
grammar
GRE
literature
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Word
prealgebra
proofreading
PSAT
psychology
reading
Regents
SAT math
SAT reading
SAT writing
social studies
Spanish
speech
spelling
SSAT
study skills
tax preparation
TOEFL
video production
vocabulary
world history
writing
political science
Managerial Accounting
Financial Accounting
Tax Accounting
Amy Z. from Rockville Centre, NY
Benjamin was very helpful. He is patient and extremely supportive. I recently just passed an exam that I needed for my certification and I can give him all the credit!
Aimee B. from Massapequa, NY
My son has really enjoyed working with Ben. He is a very experienced tutor and knows exactly how to teach my son. Highly recommend!
Jeff F. from Hicksville, NY
Ben is great, he is very helpful with all subjects. Math was where I needed the most help, Ben made things very easy to understand. Science became easy to grasp, because he explains things one step at a time and shows you how to see how fun all subjects can be. Ben has given me much more confidence to do well in life. Ben's easygoing approach makes learning simple. I want to thank Ben for helping me improve in my studies.
Robin D. from West Babylon, NY
I needed to turn in 3 projects for my Microsoft Word class and I had three days to complete it and turn it in, I had so much trouble understanding Word and finding all the tools needed to create my projects. Well, I researched for a tutor, I couldn't help but to think it would be impossible to find someone that fast to complete my assignment in 3 days. Surprisingly, he responded to me within a couple hours of my finding WyzAnt tutoring and he was at my place the next day. Talk about fast!! He was very efficient, he showed me many examples on how to do certain tasks on Microsoft Word, even the very basics because I truly was clueless about many tasks for Microsoft Word. I only had used it for research papers really. He showed me how to find certain tools on the tool bar more than once, even provided me with faster ways to locate the tools on the tool bar and even stayed longer than the scheduled time to help me further. Needless to say, I got all A's on my 3 projects which helped my grade tremendously and was able to turn in my 3 projects on time. I was iffy about paying $60 an hour, but let me tell you don't be, he is worth every penny. I don't mind paying a high price for someone who is worth the cost and more plus, he helped me get all my projects in by the specified date with a lot more knowledge about Microsoft Word. If you need help with Microsoft Word, Benjamin is certainly your man for that!
Colette R. from West Islip, NY
My son needed tutoring for a union exam and Ben comprised some worksheets that would assist him. Ben explained that this was new territory for him but took to the task and helped my son no end. I am happy to report that my son passed all the exams with confidence and is now a member of the union. Thank you so much and I highly recommend Ben.
Annemarie C. from Huntington Station, NY
I don't want to sound like one of "those commercials you see on tv" but, my son's average went up considerably when Ben tutored my son in Global History. He was patient, and very diligent with working one-on-one with my son and we were very happy Ben and my son worked out well. He was prompt, detail-oriented and we communicated expeditiously. I would highly recommend Ben to anyone struggling with their studies. Thank you Ben!
Rita H. from Merrick, NY
Right on time, and covered all the things I asked about, as well as solving an ongoing problem for me. Thumbs up! Benjamin continues a patient and immensely knowledgeable tutor. His pacing is excellent, and he reviews anything you are not sure of. I am extremely pleased.
Anthony D. from Woodbury, NY
Benjamin P. has made good progress with our son. He has been prompt, professional and diligent in his efforts to make sure that our son is comprehending the material. Our son states that he and Ben have a good working relationship and that he is gaining confidence with each session. We look forward to continued progress. Our son sat for the SAT this past Saturday and came out of the test feeling confident. He had high praise for you and your preparation, referring to you as brilliant. Apparently, the essay was exactly the same as the one you prepared him for at the final session and he feels that he aced it. In addition to the essay, the skills he learned and the knowledge he obtained allowed him to answer more questions with confidence. There were many sections where he completed every question and even had time to review. This was a major improvement from the first tutoring session. The test taking techniques you showed him were also a great help allowing him to narrow his answer choices. All in all, your tutoring afforded him the opportunity to be at his best for this important step in his education and college prep. We thank you for your efforts and we look forward to seeing you before he takes the SAT again in June when he will also take the ACT.
Anman C. from Syosset, NY
Patient and knowledgeble! I had a great lesson with Mr. Benjamin. I will definitely choose him again if I need more help!
Ray K. from Malverne, NY
I find Ben to be very patient, thorough and will give 100% to making your lesson successful. He knows accounting and seems to have a great deal of knowledge about it. He is very easy to work with and makes the learning process much easier.
Charlene S. from Cranston, RI
Ben is very Zen-like in his approach to tutoring. I was impressed with his ability to comprehend and simplify matters time and time again in sessions. You will be pleased with Mr. Zen Ben.
Robin S. from Rockville Centre, NY
Knowledgeable, warm, patient, methodical, pleasant, prompt, accommodating, flexible, awesome, down to earth, organized, comforting, confident,funny and determined. Ben is an amazing tutor! I initially contacted WyzAnt for a tutor who had experience with APA and Word. Several tutors answered the request,and were very nice. I decided to go with Ben because he lived close by. Well, I couldn't have been luckier. I was extremely anxious because I had to submit a 100 page project on line, and my formatting was off. I am pursuing my PhD, and papers that are not formatted correctly are bounced back until correct. Ben was successful in reformatting my computer and my paper. In addition to all of that, he was teaching me how to format step by step. A HUGE undertaking. I cannot thank Ben enough. As a matter of fact, I plan to ask Ben to be my editor for my dissertation! Thank you Ben!!
Charlene S. from Minneapolis, MN
Ben is very Zen-like in his approach to tutoring. I was impressed with his ability to comprehend and simplify matters time and time again in sessions. You will be pleased with Mr. Zen Ben.
Jonathan B. from East Northport, NY
CPA Exam Prep. Strong knowledge of material as well as overall test strategy. Had an excellent time learning from Benjamin.
Charles T. from Huntington Station, NY
Benjamin was very patient with Charles. This was their first lesson. Charles already has a better understanding of the material.
Jen G. from Syosset, NY
Ben always brings a thought out study plan to make sure I review exactly what I was confused about. We first go over general principles and then complete practice problems. It is a really good way to ingrain concepts.
Theresa P. from Locust Valley, NY
Ben helped my son understand the things he needed help with in accounting and we already scheduled our next appointment.