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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.

Top Math Tutor in New York City

BROOKLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TUTORING

In-Home Support for Grades 6–8

BEST MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TUTORS IN THE NYC METRO AREA | FREE CONSULTATIONS & MEET-AND-GREETS WITH OUR STAFF

We travel to families throughout Brooklyn, including Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights, Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, and surrounding neighborhoods.

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Middle school math is often where things start to feel harder—sometimes suddenly, sometimes quietly over time.

If you’re searching for a Brooklyn middle school math tutor, it’s usually because something feels off. Grades may be slipping, homework is taking longer than it should, or your child is becoming frustrated with math that used to feel manageable. You might be hearing more “I don’t get it” or noticing avoidance around assignments that used to be routine.

Many families reach this point during middle school, when math becomes faster, more abstract, and less forgiving of small gaps. A concept that isn’t fully understood in September can quietly snowball into stress by November.

We provide in-home middle school math tutoring in Brooklyn designed to slow things down, rebuild confidence, and help students feel capable again while improving accuracy, test performance, and daily classroom participation.

Why Middle School Math Feels So Hard

Middle school math asks students to juggle more skills at once: fractions, variables, equations, multi-step word problems, and faster pacing in the classroom. Teachers often need to move on whether or not every student feels ready.

When a student misses one piece of the foundation, everything that follows can feel shaky. Over time, this can turn into stress, frustration, or a belief that they’re “just not a math person”—even when that isn’t true.

The goal of tutoring at this stage isn’t to rush ahead. It’s to stabilize the foundation so new material has something solid to build on.

What Parents Are Seeing

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Parents often reach out to us when they notice patterns like these:

  • Homework that should take 30 minutes stretches into hours
  • Frequent careless mistakes, even when the material looks familiar
  • Difficulty keeping up when new topics are introduced
  • Avoidance, shutdown, or emotional frustration during math time
  • A growing belief that “I’m just not good at math”

These struggles don’t mean a child isn’t capable. More often, they mean the pace has outgrown the support they’re getting in class.

How We Support Middle School Students

Our Brooklyn middle school math tutoring focuses on structure, pacing, and confidence—not pressure.

Each student works one-on-one with a tutor who takes the time to understand how they approach math problems, where confusion begins, and what support helps them stay engaged.

Our approach includes:

  • Breaking math into manageable steps so students can follow their own thinking
  • Moving at the student’s pace, reinforcing understanding before moving on
  • Emphasizing problem-solving strategies, not just getting the right answer
  • Creating consistent routines so sessions feel predictable and safe
  • Building confidence through clarity, repetition, and realistic expectations

Middle school math tutoring works best when students feel supported rather than rushed. When stress decreases, we often see accuracy, focus, and participation improve naturally.

When helpful, tutoring may include brief in-session math assessments and skill checks to clarify strengths and identify learning gaps, so instruction stays focused and efficient.

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TESTIMONIALS

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 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.

 

-Nicole May     

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 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.

 

-Fabiola F.  

Paul 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 Paul.

-Michael Birnbaum

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Master’s in Leadership in Math Education, Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics

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Master’s in Math Education

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Master’s in Math Education

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Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education with a Concentration in Mathematics, M.S. in General and Special Education (grades 1-6)

Why In-Home Tutoring Matters in Brooklyn

For many Brooklyn families, in-home tutoring removes barriers that make learning harder.

  • Familiar environment: Students often focus better in a space where they already feel comfortable
  • Easier scheduling: No travel after a long school day
  • Reduced friction: Fewer transitions mean more energy for learning

In-home sessions help tutoring feel like a natural part of the week instead of another obligation to manage.

Who This Is For — And Who It’s Not

This service is best for students who understand most of the material but need consistent, structured support to keep up with pacing, assignments, and exams — not just occasional homework help.

This is a good fit for families who:

  • Have a middle school student feeling overwhelmed or discouraged by math
  • Want steady, structured support rather than last-minute cramming
  • Prefer in-home tutoring in Manhattan
  • Care about confidence in math and academic progress, not just grades

This may not be the right fit if:

  • You are looking only for short-term or test-prep-only tutoring
  • Your child needs elementary-level math support
  • You are seeking large group classes or drop-in homework help
  • You are looking for executive function coaching or non-academic skill coaching rather than math instruction

Our work is most effective when families are looking for ongoing, thoughtful support, not quick fixes.

What the Next Step Looks Like

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If you’re unsure what kind of math support your child needs, that’s completely okay. Many parents come to us with questions rather than clear answers.

A brief conversation can help clarify whether Brooklyn middle school math tutoring is the right next step—and what kind of support would be most helpful right now.

Themba Tutors’ Process and Approach

We provide subject-specific, individualized academic tutoring focused on direct instruction, skill development, and steady progress aligned with schoolwork.

Families are guided through a simple intake process, matched with an experienced middle school math tutor, and offered free meet-and-greets before committing. Tutoring is offered on a flexible, pay-as-you-go basis with no contracts or upfront fees.

  1. Initial Contact and Consultation: Families connect by phone, text, or email. Intake coordinator Jerry, supervised by Craig Selinger, schedules a consultation within 24 hours.
  2. Academic History Review: Evaluation of report cards and records to identify strengths and gaps.
  3. Comprehensive Educational Assessment: Optional assessments to guide personalized instruction.
  4. Tutor Selection: Detailed tutor profiles help families make informed decisions.
  5. Free Remote Meet-and-Greets: Families meet tutors before committing.
  6. Assessment Session Initiation: A free exploratory session establishes goals and a customized instructional plan.

Contact Themba Tutors today to schedule your free consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What makes middle school math tutoring different from elementary tutoring?

Middle school math introduces more complex concepts, such as fractions, variables, and multi-step equations. Our tutoring focuses on reinforcing foundational skills to prevent gaps from forming and builds confidence as students face new challenges.

 

2. How can in-home tutoring help my child in Brooklyn?

In-home tutoring provides a comfortable, familiar environment where your child can focus better. With no travel required, it’s easier to fit tutoring into your schedule, and your child can engage in sessions with less stress and more energy.

 

3. What if my child is falling behind in math?

It’s common for students to struggle when middle school math becomes more abstract. Our tutors assess your child’s strengths and weaknesses and tailor sessions to move at their pace, rebuilding their confidence and skill set before moving on to new material.

4. What does a typical tutoring session look like?

Each session is customized to your child’s needs. We break math into manageable steps, provide consistent routines, and emphasize problem-solving strategies, all while building confidence and making math feel less overwhelming.

 

5. How do you assess my child’s current math level?

We use informal, tutoring-based assessments during sessions to understand what your child knows, where gaps may exist, and how to pace instruction effectively. This keeps tutoring focused on learning—not testing.

 

6. What should I expect from a free consultation?

During the consultation, we’ll discuss your child’s struggles and goals for math tutoring. This is an opportunity to assess whether in-home tutoring is the right fit and to explore how we can support your child’s learning in a personalized way.

 

7. Is this tutoring suitable for students with learning differences?

Yes. We work with many middle school students who feel overwhelmed or stuck in math. Tutoring emphasizes individualized pacing, clear instruction, and consistent academic support to help students build confidence and understanding.

 

8. How does pricing work for your tutoring services?

Our tutoring is offered on a pay-as-you-go basis with no contracts or upfront fees. This ensures transparency and flexibility, allowing you to pay for each session individually and only when it’s needed.

Not ready to fill out the form yet? We’re here to make this easy.

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Every tutor 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 tutors.