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1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn

4.9 56 reviews

  • 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!
  • Avatar Chris duke Fields ★★★★★ a month ago
    The company is great with outstanding customer service. They keep my horses protected. I have recommended them to other horses trainers as well that are going to get service early next year. Very professional an honest too. Respectfully … More submitted Christopher
  • Avatar Nikhil Jaisinghani ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    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!
  • Avatar Linda Parsley ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    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!
  • Avatar Amanda Clay Mackin ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    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.
  • Avatar Pete Peters ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    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.
  • Avatar kanu patel ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    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!!!
    Kanu Patel
  • 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!
  • Avatar S CL ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    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!
  • Avatar Eric Fingerman ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    Brian is a fantastic executive functioning coach. Super helpful, flexible with hours, and tailored the experience to our needs.
  • Avatar Susan Wong ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    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!
  • Avatar Christine Gennetti ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    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.
  • Avatar Fabiola FITZPATRICK ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    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.
  • Avatar Jude Eugene ★★★★★ 3 years ago
    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.
  • Avatar Janice Eidus ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    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.
  • A Google User ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    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.
  • Avatar Fara Jones ★★★★★ 5 years ago
    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!
  • Avatar Mary Jean Babic ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    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.
  • Avatar Nina Herman ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    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.
  • Avatar Frances ★★★★★ 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!
  • Avatar Michael Birnbaum ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    Paul Smith at Themba has been an exceptional tutor for my son, both in terms of teaching the subject matter and teaching how best to approach the process of learning math and executing assignments. We feel very fortunate to be working with … More Paul.
  • Avatar Monica Alzate ★★★★★ 5 years ago
    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.

Best In-Home Math Tutoring on Long Island, NY (Nassau & Suffolk Counties)

Best In-Home Math Tutoring on Long Island, NY (Nassau & Suffolk Counties)

Math doesn’t have to be overwhelming. At Themba Tutors, our Long Island math tutoring provides personalized, at-home and online math support that helps students of all ages — from middle school through high school, college, and beyond — build confidence, master challenging concepts, and reach their academic goals.

Families across both Nassau and Suffolk Counties, from Garden City to Huntington and dozens of other neighbourhoods, trust our tutoring program to deliver expert, one-on-one instruction directly to them. Our mission is to empower students with the essential math skills and techniques they need to succeed academically, regardless of their current skill levels.

Our unique approach is what sets our program apart: we are deeply familiar with the local curriculum demands, helping students succeed in the Long Island and New York State exams (including the Regents), and challenging AP/college-level coursework.

In-Home & Online Mathematics Tutoring Services

We provide expert in-home tutoring for all math subjects for all grades, including:

  • Pre-Algebra, Algebra I & II: We help students master foundational skills like variables and equations, setting them up for success in future courses.
  • Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus: Our tutors use clear, step-by-step guidance to make complex concepts more accessible and understandable.
  • Calculus (AP & college levels): We specialize in teaching advanced topics like derivatives, integrals, and limits to help students excel in high-stakes courses.
  • Statistics (AP & college levels): Our instruction covers everything from probability to data analysis, equipping students with the tools they need to succeed in statistics.
  • SAT, ACT, GRE Math preparation: We offer test-prep that goes beyond content review, focusing on test-taking strategies and time management to help students maximize their scores.
  • Executive-functioning & study-skills coaching: We integrate crucial skills like organization, time-management, and goal-setting into every tutoring session to create more independent learners.
  • Support for students with learning differences: We specialise in supporting learners with challenges including ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and executive-functioning issues.

Our Service Areas

We serve families across both Nassau and Suffolk Counties — including a detailed list of neighborhoods throughout Long Island. We travel to you for in-home sessions and also provide full online support.

Neighborhoods we cover: 

We travel throughout Long Island neighborhoods including Bayport, Bluepoint, Bohemia, Carle Place, Cedarhurst, Centereach, East Islip, East Meadow, East Setauket, East Williston, Farmingville, Floral Park, Franklin Square, Garden City, Garden City Park, Glen Oaks, Great Neck, Hauppauge, Hempstead, Hewlett, Hicksville, Holbrook, Holtsville, Huntington, Jericho, Lake Grove, Lawrence, Levittown, Lynbrook, Malverne, Manhasset, Manhasset Hills, Massapequa, Medford, Merrick, Mineola, N. Merrick, Nesconset, New Hyde Park, North Hempstead, Northport, Oakdale, Oceanside, Old Westbury, Oyster Bay, Patchogue, Plainview, Plandome, Port Jefferson, Port Jefferson Station, Riverhead, Rockville Centre, Ronkonkoma, Roslyn, Roslyn Heights, Sayville, Selden, Setauket, Smithtown, South Setauket, St. James, Stewart Manor, Stony Brook, Syosset, Valley Stream, Wantagh, West Hempstead, West Islip, West Sayville, Westbury, Williston Park, Woodbury and Woodmere.

Why Families Choose Themba Tutors

  • Expert Tutors & Educational Team: Our team consists of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience and deep knowledge of the curriculum. We feature a tiered team that includes academic tutors, certified subject specialists, advanced learning-specialists/coaches, and even doctoral-level specialists to address diverse learning needs.
  • Personalized Learning: We firmly believe one-size-fits-all education is ineffective. Our private, one-on-one sessions are tailored to match each student’s unique learning style and pace. We also use comprehensive assessments to evaluate your child’s strengths and weaknesses—then adapt our plan accordingly.
  • Convenient & Flexible: We offer both in-home and online tutoring options to fit your family’s busy schedule. Sessions can occur at your home on Long Island, or remotely. We also provide flexible scheduling and pay-as-you-go options to meet family needs.
  • Support Beyond the Classroom: We partner with families and provide additional resources such as worksheets, study guides, progress reports, and coordination with school teachers to reinforce learning and help you track your child’s growth. We also help students prepare for standardized tests like the ACT and NYS Regents exams.
  • Free Consultations & Meet-and-Greets: We offer a free consultation to discuss your child’s needs, plus a free remote meet-and-greet with our staff before committing. This helps you and your child evaluate whether we’re the right fit.
  • Commitment to the Local Community: As a trusted Long Island-based tutoring service, we deeply understand the Long Island and New York State educational landscape and are committed to academic success for families in our community.
  • Modern & Ethical Use of Technology: We recognize the constructive role of AI and educational tools in learning. We integrate these tools responsibly into our frameworks, ensure parent consent, and educate students on their effective and ethical use.
  • Structured Frameworks (SMART Goals): We use SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals customized to each learner’s requirements. Our methodology navigates diverse educational systems and today’s fast-paced nature.
In-Home & Online Mathematics Tutoring Services

We offer free consultations and remote meet & greets with our math tutors to help you find the best support for your child’s learning needs. During these sessions, you’ll have the chance to discuss specific academic goals, ask questions, and get to know our qualified tutors before starting any program. This personalized approach ensures that you and your child feel confident and prepared to succeed.

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Employing SMART goals, we guarantee that objectives are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, customized to each child’s requirements. Our adaptable scheduling meets families’ unique needs. Should we not be the ideal fit, we connect you with trusted colleagues. Our methodology navigates diverse educational systems and today’s fast-paced nature.

 

We acknowledge the constructive role AI can play in learning. We integrate these tools responsibly into our educational frameworks and educate students on their effective and ethical usage. Before introducing these tools to students, we ensure parents are fully informed and have provided consent.

 

Themba Tutors is pleased to stand out as one of NYC metro area’s best tutoring services specializing in Executive Functioning Coaching. Renowned for our compassionate and cooperative ethos, proven track record of success, and adeptness in catering to diverse learning preferences while respecting families’ requirements, we stand distinguished. Our tiered team of educational professionals, acclaimed through client referrals, encompasses:

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

Furthermore, we provide comprehensive remote and in-person math assessments to evaluate your child’s strengths, weaknesses, and areas needing enhancement. This ensures that our tutoring methodologies are tailored to meet their needs.

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What Our Long Island Families Are Saying:

We were very pleased with Samara tutoring service. Lindsay said she really enjoyed working with Samara. Lindsay finished her math class with a B, which is a great tribute to the support and guidance that Samara provided. Lindsay has completed her math requirement and she will graduate this weekend. We would definitely recommend Samara, especially for any student struggling with math anxiety and/or dyscalculia. Thanks to Samara and you for your help!

-Anthony Gould

The sessions are going well. Since Taneeka has been involved, I’ve seen a tremendous increase in my daughter’s motor skills, word recognition, and mathematical ability. I can proudly say that Taneeka has been a really good asset to my daughter’s learning progress.

– Kesslyne

Chris has been wonderful working with U on math for the past few months, she adores him!

 

 

-Z.K

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.

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OLGA

Master’s in Education, Bachelor’s in Secondary Math Education

JANEESE
JANEESE

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

JEFFREY
JEFFREY

Master’s in Mathematics Education (5-9)

GILLIAN D.
GILLIAN D.

Master’s in Special Education

CAITLIN
CAITLIN

M.S in Education

EMILY
EMILY’s

Master’s in Education

Who Needs a Tutor?

Our services cater to a broad range of student profiles, including:

  • Students are building foundational skills in elementary grades, or early in middle school.
  • Learners who are struggling with concepts or feeling anxious about math.
  • Students aiming to excel and tackle advanced coursework (Honors, AP, College-level).
  • Students with learning differences, math anxiety, ADHD, or executive-functioning needs.
  • Parents seeking confidence that their child is receiving personalized attention from experienced tutors.

About Us

Founded in 2012 by CEO Craig Selinger, an educational specialist and executive-function coach, Themba Tutors offers math tutoring services tailored to middle, high school and college students on Long Island and beyond.

We are staffed with academic tutors and learning specialists who guide a wide range of learners—including those with learning differences. This distinguishes us from competitors. Our professionals are subject matter experts who excel in forming meaningful connections and delivering comprehensive support for each student’s success.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1.What subjects do you tutor on Long Island?


We provide in-home and online tutoring for all math subjects including Pre-Algebra, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, AP & college-level Calculus and Statistics, as well as SAT, ACT and GRE math preparation.

2. Do you offer private tutoring for the NYS Regents Exams?


Yes. We specialize in test-taking strategies and content review tailored to the New York State Regents Exams, ensuring your student is prepared for high-stakes assessments.

3. Which towns in Nassau County are included in your service area?


We serve all of Nassau County, including major areas such as Garden City, Syosset, Manhasset, Massapequa, Hicksville and many more. (A full neighborhood list is provided above.)

4. How do your in-home and online sessions work?


Our tutors can meet with your student in the comfort of your home on Long Island or online via video call. Both formats provide the same personalized, one-on-one instruction.

5. Do you specialize in helping students with learning differences?


Absolutely. We have extensive experience supporting students with ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia and other learning challenges by integrating executive-functioning coaching and study-skills training into our sessions.

6. Are your tutors certified teachers?


Many of our tutors are certified teachers, and all are highly experienced, vetted educators with a passion for helping students succeed.

7. How long does a typical tutoring session last?


Most of our sessions are one hour long. We can adjust the duration based on the student’s needs and goals.

8. How do you match a student with a tutor?


We carefully match each student with a tutor based on their specific academic needs, learning style, personality and location to ensure the best possible fit.

Long Island In-Home Math Tutoring

We look forward to helping your child build stronger math skills, greater confidence, and a foundation for long-term academic success. Let’s get started!