QUEENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MATH TUTORS

Alicia holds a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from the University of New Hampshire. She has worked as an educator in various settings, from public and independent schools to tutoring small groups and providing 1-on-1 services within students’ homes. Alicia specializes in teaching young children, toddlers through 3rd grade. Within her repertoire of experience, she has learned how to differentiate instruction, create safe learning environments, and assess and support students across all domains of development.

When teaching math, Alicia incorporates manipulatives such as ten frames and double-sided counters. She uses follow-up questions in response to a student’s work to further support their understanding. Equally important are the discussions she leads on math topics, which create connections across different concepts, support greater retention, and encourage reflection on one’s learning (metacognition). Alicia has utilized the Math in Focus and Bridges in Math programs.

Alicia incorporates multisensory reading activities that use sight, hearing, and touch for deeper learning. Furthermore, these multisensory activities often feel like play for a child, allowing them to engage and connect with their learning naturally. Alicia supports every child by curating book collections that motivate and inspire them. Alicia wants children to develop a love for reading and does so by finding fiction and non-fiction books that her students relate to and find interesting. She has utilized the Wilson / Fundations phonics program and Heggerty’s phonemic awareness program.

She takes the time to build a rapport with every child, getting to know their interests and guiding them to find confidence in their skills. Alicia holds space for the child to let their curiosity, fascination, and inquisitive nature guide the lessons, creating an engaging, unique, individualized experience for every child. She prioritizes fostering strong and positive relationships with families and her students. Alicia believes all children are curious and eager to learn, and she loves to facilitate learning in ways that support their needs and foster their interests and skills.

Alicia currently teaches at an independent school in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan. She specializes in reading, writing, phonics, and math instruction. Alicia has experience working with students with learning differences and knows how to best benefit those students by structuring individualized education plans. She is passionate about education and finds working with her students and their families to be deeply fulfilling.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: Tutoring, homework help
EXPERTISE: Personalized instruction; Multisensory reading, phonics, writing, and math instruction; Early emergent literacy; Executive functioning skills coaching
AGES: Toddlers – 3rd grade

Sohayla graduated from Saint John’s University with a Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education and a Masters of Science in Special Education. She is certified in New York State to teach 1st through 6th grade and also has extensive experience working with students all the way up to the doctoral level. Sohayla built her academic career and gained leadership experience during her 5 years as a Saint John’s student. While being an after school teacher, and a graduate assistant at Saint John’s University’s Writing Center, Sohayla has learned the skills necessary to facilitate a culturally responsive and inclusive learning environment for all her students. Her experiences as a Writing Consultant have allowed her to view learning through multiple interconnected perspectives. She has held writer’s workshops for elementary age students. Sohayla has an ability to work with students with various ranges of abilities and she is known for her patience and creativity. Sohayla has worked in various classroom settings including self-contained, inclusive, ICT, and general. Within these classroom settings, Sohayla has taught students using literacy and mathematics programs/strategies including Teachers College, Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD), Go Math, and enVision Math.

Sohayla is familiar with tools such as What Works Clearinghouse and is able to implement evidence-based practices. She also has experience working one-to-one with students or in larger group settings specifically in literacy and math. Sohayla’s teaching style is unique in that it is student-centered and can apply to a wide range of ages and abilities. Sohayla’s top priority is for her students to master new concepts while simultaneously building self-efficacy.

Sohayla knows that each student learns differently. She believes in designing accommodations and modifying content to meet the needs of her students. When it comes to math or literacy, Sohayla focuses on the concepts being taught and works with students to determine their abilities. Sohayla is able to highlight a student’s strengths and uses those strengths to hone their weaknesses in math or literacy. When a student seems to not grasp a concept, Sohayla first analyzes her own teaching and checks to see how she can design a re-teach to meet the student’s specific needs.

Sohayla has proven effective communication through her success with clients, and she updates parents on all significant matters in a timely manner. She believes that her love for student curiosity, coupled with helping others to succeed, makes her passionate and driven in the field. Sohayla works with students to learn their interests and applies those interests within her lessons when appropriate. She works hard to make learning intriguing for her students, and she understands the importance of building teacher to student rapport. Sohayla’s admiration for teaching extends far beyond her own philosophy and exists to help the voices of others be realized and expressed. She believes in order to set students up for success, a positive classroom environment that meets the needs of all learners regardless of race, language, or ability needs to be established.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPES OF SERVICES: Literacy, Reading Comprehension, writing, spelling, vocabulary, math skills, and concepts.
EXPERTISE: Specializing in working with students with learning disabilities. Following systematic and explicit instruction. Implementing Evidence-based practices.
AGES: K-6 also works with 12th grade and & students on writing assignments.

Taneeka graduated from Touro College and received her master’s degree in School Leadership & Administration. Taneeka has been teaching for 23 years for the New York City Department of Education. She has taught grades Kindergarten through 8th grade as a classroom teacher. Taneeka has experience teaching phonics, English Language Arts, and mathematics. She serves as a lead teacher and classroom teacher. Taneeka has received extensive training in phonics and mathematics. As a lead teacher, she utilizes data-driven strategies, implements best practices, and reviews student data in order to improve teacher and student growth and development.

Taneeka is also responsible for fostering teachers to work collaboratively, creating monthly unit plans in phonics, reading, writing, and mathematics. Taneeka ensures that the curriculum is aligned to The Next Generation Standards. Over the course of her teaching career, Taneeka has held a myriad of positions. Taneeka is best served working with struggling students where she uses student engagement to increase student learning and outcomes. Taneeka is most fulfilled seeing students reach their goals.

Jessica is an elementary school teacher who has three years teaching experience in Ireland where she taught the 4th grade, 1st grade and special education. She has been teaching the 2nd grade for the past two years in a New York City school.

Jessica received a Bachelor of Social Science degree from the University College of Cork, Ireland. She graduated with a Master of Education degree from the University of Limerick, Ireland. She has had the opportunity to educate students with various educational needs from different backgrounds. She focuses on assessing children’s learning styles and needs and strives to find the best approach to boosting their grades and confidence. Jessica utilizes various suitable teaching strategies and resources in order to cater to children’s individual needs. She is extremely passionate about educating children by establishing a positive and safe learning environment. Jessica utilizes technology, visual aids, games, inquiry based activities, manipulatives and graphic organizers in order to ensure children’s understanding. Jessica has four years experience tutoring children individually and in small group settings ranging in ages from 5 years old to 12 years old.  She supports students struggling with mathematics, reading and writing.

Jessica assists children with test preparation and provides them with study skills in order to succeed. Jessica’s instructional expertise includes phonics, phonological awareness, reading comprehension, fluency, decoding and elementary mathematical skills. Jessica is trained in Fundations, Fountas and Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention and Jolly Phonics. She has extensive experience working with children with various needs such as anxiety, ADHD, autism, down syndrome, dyslexia, dyscalculia and children for whom English is an additional language.  Jessica is fluent in Gaelic and offers tutoring to children wishing to learn the Irish language.

Jessica is extremely passionate about educating children by establishing a positive and safe learning environment. She understands that all children learn differently and takes the time to work with children at a pace that is beneficial for the children. Jessica loves to volunteer with various children’s groups such as The Ronald McDonald House and Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. Jessica was a youth club leader for 9 years where she built strong relationships with both the children and parents in order to create a fun learning experience for the children.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: Tutoring elementary children (Kindergarten to 5th grade) in academic areas such as math and literacy. State exam preparation services.
EXPERTISE:  Autism Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Education, Special Education, dyslexia, English language learners.
AGES:  Elementary school- Kindergarten to 5th grade.

Branka holds Master’s degrees from Hunter College in Early Childhood Education (Birth-2nd Grade) and Students with Disabilities (Birth-2nd Grade). She fosters a love of learning in every child, taking the time to understand each child’s unique personality, interests, and challenges. She specializes in teaching reading, math, writing, and social skills to English Language Learners (ELLs) and students with language-based learning difficulties, ADHD, ASD, and executive functioning difficulties.

Branka uses a multisensory approach and responsive classroom techniques in her work, incorporating visual supports, hands-on activities, educational games, auditory cues, and movement activities. She employs structured activities to teach turn-taking, sharing, and effective communication skills, fostering students’ confidence and a growth mindset with positive reinforcement and feedback. Branka is proficient in the PAF program, Wilson Fundations, Writing Revolution, and Jump Math, using Orton-Gillingham multisensory instructional strategies for mathematics.

Fluent in English and Serbian and conversational in Spanish, Branka’s passion inspired by her father’s career as a professional soccer player in Serbia—enriches her teaching style by promoting teamwork, discipline, and a love for physical activity. As a mother of a young girl, she enjoys spending time with her family outdoors.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: 1-1 language, reading and math support, group (2-3 children)
EXPERTISE: Language Based Learning Difficulties, LD, ADHD, ASD, ELL(English Language Learners)
AGES: birth through elementary school

With a comprehensive background in addressing diverse learning needs, Caitlin has been instrumental as a math learning specialist, supporting students with challenges such as ADD/ADHD, Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Dyslexia, Speech-Language disorders, and limited English proficiency. As a committed tutor and educator, she focuses on strengthening math skills for elementary and middle school students while also guiding 8th and 9th graders through Algebra. Caitlin’s preparation techniques ensure students are equipped for NYS math exams, solidifying their foundational knowledge and skills.

Through her use of differentiated teaching methods drawn from various curricula, Caitlin is dedicated to ensuring positive learning outcomes for all her students. She firmly believes in recognizing the unique capabilities of each learner and is committed to guiding them toward achieving their academic goals.

LOCATION: Queens

Derek is proficient teaching Singapore Math, Go Math, Envisions, and knows many instructional technology platforms. He has also worked with math coaches to support students who need curriculum modifications. Additionally, he has taught math academic intervention services for at-risk students in his building.
Derek has a multi-dimensional instructional approach to teaching math to various styles of learners in grades K-6.

Location: Queens
Types of Services: Individualized math instruction and remediation, building and strengthening knowledge of math concepts (grades 3-6), developing study skills, support with homework, test prep for math exams
Expertise: Math instruction for grades 3-6, constructivist teaching practices, test prep for math
Ages: 3rd through 6th grade

Specializing in supporting students with learning differences such as dyslexia and attentional issues like ADHD, Eliana is dedicated to helping all students build confidence in their literacy skills and achieve independence in their learning journey. Outside of education, Eliana enjoys traveling, exploring new areas and restaurants, and advocating for literacy education. She is passionate about empowering students to believe in themselves and excel in reading and writing.

Location: Queens
Type of Services: Individual tutoring, small group sessions (2-3 children), literacy assessments, parent consultations
Expertise: Reading and writing support, strategies for students with learning differences
Ages: Pre-K through 6th grade

Kristen is dedicated to ensuring that all students have access to high-quality education. Her expertise includes working with students on the autism spectrum, those with speech and language impairments, and students with learning disabilities. She also collaborates with families to develop high-quality Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for their children.

LOCATIONS: Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individualized reading intervention and instruction, group sessions (2-5 children), Individualized Education Plan (IEP) consultations.
EXPERTISE: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; Attention Deficit Disorder; Speech and Language Impairment; Dyslexia; Learning Disabilities; General Education Curriculum; 3-5 NYS Exam Prep.
AGES: 4-12 years old

In literacy, Perry specializes in assisting students with challenges in reading compression, reading fluency, recognizing sight words, decoding multisyllabic words, and writing. She has experience teaching Wilson/Fundations and exposure to Orton-Gillingham. 

In mathematics, Perry specializes in assisting students with challenges in problem-solving, basic operations, sequencing, scientific notation, and ratios. Perry uses manipulatives, visuals, songs, and movement during her sessions to help retain these skills. 

LOCATIONS: Queens
TYPES OF SERVICE: Individual sessions, Dyads (2 students), Multisensory Reading Instruction Multisensory Math Instruction, Behavioral Interventions, Basic ABA, Basic Floortime intervention
EXPERTISE: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Speech-language delays
AGES: PreK-4th Grade

Recognized as the Teacher of the Year by Community Board Three in 2019, Janeese specializes in employing the science of reading to enhance students’ comprehension skills. Her approach to teaching mathematics focuses on instilling lifelong problem-solving skills, utilizing manipulatives, visual aids, and explicit models to guide her pedagogy.

Currently working with students facing emotional disorders, speech and language disorders, dyslexia, executive functioning disorders, ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, and autism, Janeese prioritizes adapting her instruction to individual learning styles. She leverages multimedia platforms and innovative tools to create a context for deeper understanding, firmly believing in the uniqueness of every child. Her commitment to fostering a caring, inspiring, and engaging atmosphere reflects her belief that positive elementary education is crucial for shaping successful lifelong learners. On her one-year anniversary, Janeese continues to make a lasting impact in the field of education.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: One-on-one academic support, Group academic support,
EXPERTISE: Speech-language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Behavioral and Emotional disorders, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Multiple disabilities
AGES: Preschool through Middle School

Summer holds a MSEd in Elementary Ed, specializing in students with special needs. They have worked in an impressive diversity of classrooms, including public, private, pre-K through college, self-contained special education as well as ICT. They have helped hundreds of children with special needs achieve their academic and social emotional goals, especially those diagnosed with ADHD, ASD, LD, and ED. Additionally, Summer is also a published author, filmmaker, performer, and fluent speaker of 4 languages. At the heart of Summer’s work is care for their students well-being and belief in their excellence.

LOCATION: Queens

Manisha has worked both with students who do and do not have learning differences ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years old. Parents laud Manisha’s caring and professional nature. Her work with students who have speech delays, articulation difficulties, decreased fine and gross motor skills, behavioral difficulties, and those with learning disabilities makes her a well-rounded educator to work with all types of individuals with multiple needs.

When entering the learning environment, Manisha aims to make her students feel welcomed and comfortable. She does this by learning her students’ personalities and seeing them as individuals and not by their differences. Manisha’s teaching style for younger children is learning through play and individual curiosities. She does this by bringing fun manipulatives and having students engage in hands-on activities while also piquing one’s interest. Manisha also includes the parents’ wants when working with young students as they know their child best!

Manisha has a strong passion for working with all types of students! She continuously aims to grow as an educator by taking continuing education courses to keep up to date with new techniques to help students achieve their goals. She has currently been enrolled in CUNY Hunter’s BCBA program to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst to one day help and train other like-minded individuals with the same passion.

Manisha’s teaching philosophy is ‘the care of the future is mine’. To her the children of today are our future and the responsibility of making sure that children grow up and become their best selves is hers.

LOCATION: Queens
TYPE OF SERVICES: Individual therapy, group (2-3 children), speech-language evaluations, parent consultations
EXPERTISE: Speech-language delays, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Feeding, and Swallowing Disorders
AGES: birth through elementary school