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1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn

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  • Avatar Emily Matles ★★★★★ a week ago
    We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
    ~ Emily, mom of Brooklyn 2 year old
  • Avatar Natalie Levon ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
  • Avatar T Ainsley ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
  • Avatar Jackie Vasquez ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    Excellent services, caring therapists.
  • Avatar Lil Amatore ★★★★★ 8 months ago
    Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
  • Avatar Colin Peters ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
  • Avatar Heather Liljengren ★★★★★ a year ago
    We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
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    Ron and Ken did a fantastic job with our security system today. Installed everything very quick. Both of them were very polite and asked us throughout if the installation met our needs. Simply fantastic!
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    I called Cornerstone Protection to get a Security system at a relatives out of state property, within a week it was installed! The installers worked with the client to help understand her new system and she was happy! Our relative said … More they were courteous, professional and patient! I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection for all of your security needs!
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    Had blink cameras; Car was broken into multiple times so I called CornerStone & they were able to install multiple cameras very quickly & for a reasonable price. I am so happy with the app & getting alerts that are not superfluous, … More like they were with Blink. Highly recommend CornerStone & the tech Ronnie.
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    Ron and Ken are great guys to work with.
    Both were very knowledgeable and got our system back up and running.
    Thanks to both for a job well done...
  • Avatar Brigid Bower ★★★★★ 11 months ago
    Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
  • Avatar Larry Barton ★★★★★ a year ago
    Amazing assistance provided by Shannon today on my security system. I’m so grateful for your prompt, efficient, professional, and courteous service. Put me down as a customer for life!
  • Avatar Megan Haller ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    One of the most painless experiences I've had. They came on time and was over the moon professional with still keeping a level of personability to it. The gentleman also went out of his way to say that my husband and Mines business … More was appreciated. Which is actually rare to be appreciated by such a great company. So thank you and we look forward to continuing services with this company.
  • Avatar Megan Magsam ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    I am so happy we decided to go with cornerstone. They were quick and efficient. Shannon and the installer we very friendly. We got a lot of equipment and it was still within our budget. 10/10 would definitely recommend! Thank you
  • Avatar Collins Youngblood ★★★★★ a year ago
    Love the customer service and Shanon and his team go above and beyond for my restaurant. Couldn't of asked for a better security system and level of service that his team provides.
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    I have been using Cornerstone Protection service for over 5 years and I'm really happy with the service and state-of-the-art equipments and it's futures are so much in advance and friendly, I highly recommend Cornerstone Protection … More Service any and all business that need a security protection days and nights specially after business hours(Cornerstone Protection is perfect solution for your business). Owner of Cornerstone Protection is proactive with their customers and their equipments. Good experienced with Cornerstone Protection!!!
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  • Avatar Liz Jones ★★★★ 2 years ago
    We had a very positive experience with Alissa as a tutor for our pod of 5th grade boys from January - June 2020. She cared a lot about the boys and worked hard to create meaningful activities for them. The pod experience was invaluable … More for all of our families during a difficult year and we were so grateful to have found this partnership! We also want to appreciate Craig for helping to match us with a tutor on very short notice after we had cycled through a few folks who were not able to see the commitment through. Thanks for sticking with us!
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    Dusty was the exact person we needed to help our child finish out the school year. So grateful to him for the way he steadily encouraged her and helped her stay on track and organized. He is flexible, responsive to our needs/schedule as … More a family, and a delight to be with. We are also thankful that Craig at Themba Tutors really "gets it" and partnered us with such a wonderful tutor who was a great fit for our girl.
  • Avatar Nicole May ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    My child worked with Gillian D virtually for math enrichment. She is an excellent teacher. She took time to understand my child's specific learning style and provided tools that would be engaging. She was kind and empathetic- really … More made it her goal to connect with my child and build trust and rapport. My child started the school year with confidence and without the typically "brain-drain" that occurs over the summer, thanks to Gillian.
  • Avatar Gillian Davidoff ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    I am going into my second year as a Themba tutor. I have met so many great individuals while working for this company. Craig and the rest of the Themba team do such an excellent job picking and choosing Themba tutors that suit each client's … More individual needs! I look forward to meeting new tutors and clients in the 2021-2022 school year!
  • Avatar carolina luttmann ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Our son started in a new high school, 100% remote, and was really struggling with Latin and Physics. I found Themba Tudors online and had an initial call with Craig, who was very knowledgeable, responsive, and found 2 amazing tutors for … More us. Both the Latin and the physics tutors were fantastic, connected with my son really well and helped him go from 'failing' grade to 'honors'! I will for sure continue using (and recommending!) Themba Tutors. Thank you, C, K, and W!
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    Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.
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    Giulia Mercuri is a great Italian tutor! She was very responsive and accessible. Giulia put a ton of effort into preparing for each session and really helped our son with test preparation and projects. We are grateful that she was able … More to help, especially since our son did not receive any live teaching during COVID. We are happy that she was referred to us!
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    As an adult student diagnosed with a learning disability during grad school, I knew I needed help dealing with my Master's program's demanding workload. I was seriously considering dropping out when I was referred to Themba Tutors. … More I was paired up with a wonderful tutor, Julie, who was a total lifesaver. I learned many techniques that I can utilize in the future as I embark on the next phase of my career.
    I can wholeheartedly say after working with Themba for two years that I would not have finished my program without this organization. And I am so thankful I selected them.
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    We were introduced to a wonderful tutor: Mcedwyn. He and our son, a freshman in college, worked well together. As a result, our son’s grades significantly improved. The tutor taught our son subject content and various methods to effectively … More study for quizzes and exams. Our son was also taught time management and organization. My son’s experience with the tutor made the first year of college a less intimidating experience.
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    We have been with our tutor, Cailin Schiller, for two years, from 5th - 7th grade. She started as an executive functioning tutor with my daughter. From the start, she demonstrated a depth of expertise and a selective use of techniques skillfully … More adapted to my daughter’s ADHD and Math disability. Cailin made Math accessible and understandable to her in a way that even her teachers had not been able to do. She differentiated reading, writing and math tasks and assignments to tailor them to my daughter’s unique learning differences. Not only did it have an effect on her grades and her work efficiency, but she finally could do her work with less anxiety. Even my daughter’s teachers used Cailin’s guidance to modify their work with her. But most importantly, she became my daughter’s favorite resource. I can’t say how invaluable Cailin has been to my daughter’s progress and well-being. I’d recommend her a million times over. She is a gem.
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    Victoria is a superb tutor. She helped my high school age daughter with her writing. Victoria's skills as a tutor, as well as her sense of humor and her engaging personality went a long way with my daughter.
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    I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
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    Themba Tutors provided a leaning specialist that was a perfect fit for my daughter. I told them what we were looking for and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible and makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her own … More her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility over her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much needed and well provided service to the community!!
  • Avatar Frances Simpson ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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    We had a wonderful experience with our tutor Micaela. She helped our son not only academically but at every level. We will be forever grateful to have her in our lives.
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    The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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    We were very lucky to have found Edwouine Swift, my son's therapist through Themba Tutors. Thomas is 12 years old, and it is extremely difficult to get him to write. Edwouine just works her magic with him, he adores her and is so … More eager to follow her guidance. I have no doubt she will be a positive driving force in his academic future.

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AP BIOLOGY TUTOR NYC | 1:1 IN-PERSON & REMOTE AP BIOLOGY TUTORING

Best AP Biology Tutors in the NYC Metro Area for Middle and High School Students | Free Consultations & Meet-And-Greets With Our Staff  | We Travel to You!

In-Person Tutoring: New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island), Westchester, Long Island, Boston, Connecticut (CT), and New Jersey (NJ).

Remote tutoring: Available for students nationwide.

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AP Biology Course Overview for NYC Students

AP Biology is a fast-paced, college-level course that many middle and high school students in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens find challenging—especially when the workload ramps up with dense readings, long-term labs, and timed writing. We provide 1:1 AP Biology tutoring and academic coaching across NYC (all five boroughs), Westchester, and Long Island, plus remote support, to help students stay organized, keep pace, and perform confidently on tests and the AP exam.

We strengthen the academic habits that AP Biology demands—clear study systems, structured note-taking, and effective exam preparation. Students learn how to approach difficult data sets, begin free-response questions strategically, and handle heavy weekly expectations without falling behind.

AP Biology Course Content and Core Biological Concepts

AP Biology integrates biology and chemistry and expects students to apply foundational principles across multiple domains. We guide students through the College Board framework, including:

Chemistry of Life and Cell Structure

Students build a strong foundation in enzymes, nucleic acids, macromolecules, and cell structure—so they can handle higher-level reasoning across biology and chemistry.

Cell Cycle, Cellular Energetics, and Cell Communication

We support major units such as the cell cycle, cellular energetics, photosynthesis, and cell communication, emphasizing how cells regulate growth, energy transfer, and signaling.

Gene Expression, Biotechnology, and Natural Selection

Students develop clarity in gene expression, inheritance patterns, biotechnology, and natural selection—connecting molecular processes to evolution and diversity.

Ecology and Ecosystems

We cover ecosystems, population dynamics, energy flow, and biological interactions, reinforcing how organisms influence—and are influenced by—their environments.

AP Biology Exam Description and Exam Preparation

AP Biology Exam Description

The AP Biology exam prioritizes scientific reasoning, data analysis, and application more than memorization. Students must interpret experiments, analyze models, and apply concepts across units under time pressure.

  • 60 Multiple-Choice Questions (50% of score)
  • 6 Free-Response Questions (50% of score)
  • 3 hours total testing time

 

Our tutors explicitly train students in FRQ structure, experimental design analysis, and data interpretation under timed conditions.

AP Biology Exam and AP Credit Policies

We align tutoring with exam format and scoring expectations, and we help families understand how AP scores may translate into college credit depending on school policy. Students build a practical plan for improving performance on multiple-choice and free-response sections.

AP Biology Tutoring and Test Prep

Our experienced NYC-based AP Biology tutors teach core content and the skills that make the biggest difference in high workload courses: study planning, test prep routines, and consistent follow-through. We also directly address common barriers like procrastination and uneven study habits.

We maintain regular feedback and clear communication among students, parents, and our tutoring team so families know what’s improving, what still needs attention, and what to prioritize next.

We use SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) to create an individualized plan and keep progress visible—especially important in AP courses where students can fall behind quickly without structure.

Our tiered educational team includes:

 

  • Academic Tutors
  • Certified Subject Specialists
  • Advanced Learning Specialists / Coaches
  • Doctoral-Level Specialists / Coaches

This tiered approach helps us match students with the right level of AP Biology support—whether the goal is steady skill-building, high-level enrichment, or intensive exam prep.

Why NYC Families Seek AP Biology Tutoring

Many NYC private and specialized public schools accelerate AP Biology pacing, increasing lab complexity and analytical writing expectations. Students competing for selective colleges often need strategic exam preparation—not just homework help. AP Biology becomes especially demanding for students in NYC-area schools because of:

  • Faster pacing and heavier reading loads in many Manhattan/Brooklyn/Queens programs
  • High-volume assignments alongside other advanced courses (Honors/AP)
  • Long-term inquiry-based labs that require planning and sustained attention
  • Increasing expectations for analytical writing and data interpretation
  • Stress, procrastination, and screen-time distractions that make consistent studying harder

Our tutors help students build a repeatable weekly routine, reduce overwhelm, and strengthen mastery over time. Over 90% of our tutors hold advanced degrees in science, education, or related disciplines. Many have experience teaching AP-level coursework or supporting students in top NYC private and public schools.

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TESTIMONIALS

Working with Dr. David has been one of the best investments we’ve made in our daughters’ education. His AP Biology tutoring helped them build confidence and take pride in their academic work. Since starting tutoring, they’ve been more engaged in school and their grades have improved to As and Bs. We’re extremely grateful for his support.

 

-Sweet Joy H.

A big thank you to Themba Tutors and Janeese. Our daughter is doing very well in AP Biology, and we’re incredibly grateful for the support she received.

 

 

-Helen S.

Themba Tutors is an excellent choice for professional, high-quality AP Biology tutoring. Their thoughtful intake process and careful tutor matching made a real difference for our child’s learning experience. The tutor understood the course demands and helped our child engage more confidently with challenging material. We’re very thankful for the support.

-J.M.

Jake helped my child tremendously this year in AP Biology. His tutoring strengthened their understanding of the material and helped them approach exams with more confidence. It was a great match, and we saw meaningful academic progress.

 

-Cassandra R.

At Themba Tutors, we take the time to help students/clients understand their strengths and progress in areas where they need to improve. We offer personalized tools for each of our clients to help them become more aware of their individual needs as they work towards short-term goals. Improving these skills will benefit our students’/clients’ long-term plans.

AP Biology
ALEXANDRA D.

Master’s Certification in Coastal Ecology, Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics

ETHAN
ETHAN

B.S. in Applied Mathematics and Mathematical Biology

JANEESE
JANEESE

M.S. in Special Education, B.S. in Elementary Education with a minor in Sociology

AP Biology
DAVID Y.

Master’s in Teaching, Bachelor’s in Chemistry and Psychology

Why Choose Themba Tutors?

Our AP Biology tutors are among the strongest in the NYC metro area. While many students work with certified AP Biology specialists, we can also provide advanced learning specialists or doctoral-level experts for students who need deeper support.

1. Specialized AP Biology Expertise

We cover the full range of AP Biology topics, including cellular structure and function, molecular biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, and scientific inquiry—aligned with the student’s course and pacing.

2. Integrated Tutoring + Executive Function Coaching

We combine AP Biology tutoring with Executive Function (EF) coaching when needed—organization, time management, self-regulation, and follow-through. We also offer specialized EF coaching for student-athletes who are balancing academics with demanding sports schedules.

3. Tailored, 1:1 Instruction

We personalize instruction to match learning style and academic profile, using targeted strategies to improve comprehension and retention of complex material.

4. Support for Stress, Procrastination, and Screen Time

We build realistic systems for managing anxiety, improving focus, and developing healthier study habits—especially in high-demand AP environments.

5. Comprehensive Exam Prep

Students receive structured review, practice questions, feedback loops, and targeted skill-building for multiple-choice and free-response performance.

6. Confidence Building

We create a supportive environment that helps students take academic risks, learn from mistakes, and build durable confidence.

7. Holistic Student Development

We support academic growth and the mindset skills students need to thrive in AP Biology and future advanced coursework.

Themba Tutors provides comprehensive support tailored to middle and high school students pursuing excellence in AP Biology—across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester, Long Island, and beyond.

Become a Scientific Researcher Before College with Themba Tutors

In partnership with HRSE, Themba Tutors offers year-long research opportunities in biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, computer science, engineering, and more. Students build research skills, deepen scientific understanding, and develop professional networks that support competitive college pathways.

Who We Are?

AP biology tutor

Founded in 2012 by CEO Craig Selinger—an educational specialist and executive function coach—Themba Tutors provides customized AP Biology tutoring for middle and high school students.

Service Areas: We travel to you throughout the NYC Metro Area (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island), plus Long Island, Westchester, CT, NJ, Boston, and more. Remote tutoring is available nationwide and internationally.

 

Our team: Over 90% of our staff hold advanced degrees in education, psychology, or related fields and have extensive experience supporting neurodiverse learners.

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Free Consultations and Remote Meet & Greets

We offer free consultations and remote meet-and-greets so families can discuss goals, assess fit, and get clarity on next steps—without obligation.

Themba Tutors’ Process and Approach

We support K–12 students facing challenges such as ADHD, executive function difficulties, and learning differences including dyscalculia, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and twice-exceptional (2e) profiles.

We offer flexible, pay-as-you-go services with no upfront fees or long-term commitments. Our intake process typically includes:

  1. Initial contact and consultation (phone/text/email)
  2. Review of academic background (e.g., report cards)
  3. Optional comprehensive assessment to guide instruction
  4. Tutor selection (detailed profiles provided)
  5. Free remote meet-and-greets before committing
  6. Tutoring begins with a clear plan and measurable goals

If your middle or high school student needs AP Biology tutoring in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester, or Long Island (or remotely), contact us to schedule a free consultation and meet-and-greet.

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Every coach offers a free 15-minute remote meet-and-greet, so you can get to know them and see if it feels like the right fit. We’re very responsive and easy to communicate with throughout the process. From there, we’ll thoughtfully match you with one or more of our coaches.