Thomas
Deep Test Prep - SAT - Study Skills Expert
Greetings! I believe that the journey of test prep mastery allows students an incredible opportunity to become their best selves - laying the foundations for success in the years ahead. During this process, I help students become more efficient learners by practicing smarter-not-harder study habits and teaching them executive function skills such as time management, focus, and clarifying priorities. This leads to higher grades, more free time for their interests, and the energy to explore...
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college counseling
I have spent the last four years helping dozens of students transform their interests into educational pursuits and then into rewarding careers. Since the college preparation process is so daunting, I have created a simple 6 step process to help students clarify their possible majors, explore potential schools, ace their examinations, and stand out amongst thousands of other applicants. I help students become "high school superstars" setting them up for admittance into their top colleges, winning scholarship awards, and achieving lifelong success.
ecology
I have studied, biology, chemistry, ecology and ecological anthropology in college all with above B+ marks. I have been an environmental educator for over 10 years and a wilderness instructor for the past 8 years. Combining scientific expertise with real world experience gives me a unique ability to teach students who want to excel in ecology.
elementary math
I have tutored elementary math for over a decade. Because it did not come naturally to me, I find it easier to help students learn math who also struggle with it. I make it fun honoring the student's individual learning style to make math make more sense.
English
I am a professional writer and have published over 100,000 words worth of writing in the last 5 years. I took over 30 credits of English classes in my undergraduate education, all of which I excelled in. I have taken 4 years of Latin and am a creative writer of non-fiction essays and fiction.
nutrition
I have been a health coach since 2012 and took over 30 credits of biology and chemistry (including organic chemistry) which is directly applicable to nutritional science. I regularly read peer reviewed journals on the biochemistry of nutrition. I also personally apply these principles in my own life and have eaten incredibly healthy since 2001.
PSAT
SAT math
SAT reading
SAT writing
study skills
vocabulary
writing
I am a professional writer and have published over 100,000 words worth of writing in the last 5 years. I took over 30 credits of English classes in my undergraduate education, all of which I excelled in. I also am in high demand for proofreading and revising the work of colleagues.
Eve C. from Little Neck, NY
Kids like his style of teaching and like him as a tutor. They feel they can really learn and progress with him. He was fun and informative.
Elham A. from Woodbury, NY
He is very good at teaching. He knows what I want and he practice on it. He is very friendly and I'm very comfortable with him and he is a creative teacher.
kayla K. from New York, NY
I like his way for teaching. For example, he uses mind maps which is a really advanced way for memorizing. I highly recommend him. Good luck!
Richard R. from Plainview, NY
To start off Thomas was on time 5 minutes early. Always a good sign. He was knowledgeable about the subject matter which isn't easy to begin with. He knew his stuff top to bottom. Super nice guy. Great sense of humor as well. Very important when dealing with scientific theory.A difficult and tedious topic to undertake. I would recommend Thomas to anyone. Seriously an all around nice guy and fabulous tutor. I will be using his talents and abilities again. Easy 5 stars on my end
Rebecca C. from West Hempstead, NY
When I first began receiving tutoring sessions I was very nervous and unsure of where I was going. After meeting with Thomas on Saturday I've developed a clear plan that's easy to follow. The study plan was by far the most important topic that needed to be covered, and after doing so I understand that it's really my responsibility to study and take the material seriously.
Sandi L. from Merrick, NY
Tom has been tutoring my daughter and getting her ready for her Earth Science mid term. He has done an excellent job! He is patient and well informed. He has taught her strategies to help her remember things and has built her confidence. He is always on time and available to spend extra time if needed. I highly recommend him!!
Sandeep U. from Baldwin, NY
Mr. Thomas understands the level a student is at and teaches acordingly. This helps the student ubderstand the topic & subsequently results improve. Thus building self confidence in the pupil.