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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!
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  • 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!
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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.
  • 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.
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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!
  • 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.

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Brooklyn Middle School Science Tutoring

Support for Brooklyn Students in Grades 6–8

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

We travel to you throughout Madison, Manhattan Beach, Marine Park, Midwood, Mill Basin, Navy Yard, Ocean Hill, Park Slope, Prospect Heights, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Prospect Park South, Prospect Park West, Red Hook, Bath Beach, Bay Ridge, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Bensonhurst, Bergen Beach, Boerum Hill, Borough Park, Brighton Beach, Brooklyn Heights, and more.

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Middle school science often becomes harder at the exact moment expectations increase and support quietly drops away. Concepts move faster, assignments become more complex, and students are suddenly expected to manage labs, quizzes, and studying more independently.

 

Our Brooklyn middle school science tutoring supports students as science coursework becomes faster-paced and more demanding. Tutors focus on helping students understand concepts clearly, manage multi-step assignments, and approach labs, quizzes, and tests with greater confidence.

 

Many Brooklyn parents reach out to us when homework starts taking far longer than it should, quizzes feel unpredictable, or their child’s confidence begins to slip—even though effort is still there. This isn’t a failure. It’s a very common middle school transition point.

 

This in-home science tutoring is designed to step in early, before frustration turns into discouragement. We provide calm, structured, in-home support that helps students make sense of their science work, rebuild confidence, and feel capable again—without adding pressure to already busy family routines.

What Parents Are Seeing

By middle school, NYC schools assume strong organization, independence, and academic pacing—often before students are fully ready.

 

Parents often describe the same patterns emerging gradually over time:

  • Science homework that takes far longer than expected
  • Studying that doesn’t seem to translate into quiz or test results
  • Confusion around labs, experiments, or written explanations
  • Difficulty keeping track of assignments, lab reports, or materials
  • Emotional shutdowns, frustration, or avoidance during science work
  • A growing belief that science is “too hard” or “not my thing”

 

These struggles don’t mean a student can’t do science. More often, they mean the pace, structure, or expectations have shifted faster than the available support. Without help, students may fall behind quietly—while still appearing “fine” on the surface.

Our tiered educational team ensures tailored support for each student’s needs and goals, solidifying our commitment to academic success and holistic development.

How We Support Middle School Science Students

Our middle school science tutoring focuses on clarity, pacing, and confidence—not pressure or cramming.

 

We work one-on-one with students to:

  • Slow down complex concepts until they genuinely make sense
  • Break multi-step questions into manageable, logical parts
  • Teach students how to study for science, not just what to memorize
  • Clarify expectations for labs, written responses, and assessments
  • Build simple, repeatable systems for quizzes, tests, and assignments
  • Reinforce consistent study habits and task completion in a supportive, calm way

 

Tutoring sessions are steady and structured, helping students feel less overwhelmed when they sit down to do science work. Over time, many students begin approaching science with more confidence—and less resistance.

 

The goal isn’t just higher grades. It’s helping students feel capable, grounded, and less stressed in a subject that often shapes academic confidence moving forward.

 

Families looking for broader academic support can also explore our broader middle school tutoring services that support academic skills across subjects.

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TESTIMONIALS

Working with Dr. David has been a blessing and one of the best investments that we have made in our daughters’ education. Dr. David has instilled confidence, autonomy, and pride in their work. Since we started with Dr. David last year, our girls have been much more invested in school and their performance. They have been more organized, gotten better grades (As and Bs), and are better advocates for their needs in school. He has also been an amazing partner and cheerleader for me and my husband. He follows up and ensures that there is accountability… it definitely takes a village. We are so happy and grateful that Dr. David is part of our village!

 

-Sweet Joy H.

A BIG thank you to Themba and Janeese; my daughter is doing very well, and we are beyond grateful!

 

-Helen S.

Themba is THE place to go if you are looking for quality, professional tutoring with a true understanding of how to engage learners with unique learning profiles. Learning disabilities are real. Some are more extreme than others. No two are exactly the same. Finding an organization that understands the necessary framework to help learners who process information along non-standard lines can be challenging. Look no further! Themba combines a strong philosophy of learning with a thorough assessment process that matches highly qualified subject matter experts who understand how to engage individuals with unique learning profiles. BZ Themba. Thank you for making THE difference. Very sincerely, a life-long client!

 

-J.M.

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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ALEXANDRA

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

Brooklyn Middle School Science Tutoring
DAVID Y.

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

Why In-Home Science Tutoring Matters in Brooklyn

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For many Brooklyn families, in-home tutoring makes a meaningful difference.

A familiar environment
Students tend to ask more questions, take more risks, and engage more openly when learning at home—where they feel safe making mistakes.

Easier scheduling
Sessions fit more naturally around school days, after-school activities, and family routines, without the stress of commuting.

Reduced friction
No rushing across neighborhoods, no late-night travel, and no added exhaustion at the end of a long school day.

By meeting students where they already are, tutoring becomes a supportive part of life—not another source of pressure.

Who This Is For — and Who It’s Not

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This tutoring is best for students who understand science concepts but need consistent, structured support to keep up with pacing, labs, assignments, and exams—not just homework help.

This is a good fit if:

  • Your child is capable but struggling to keep up with middle school science
  • Homework or tests are becoming a consistent source of stress
  • You want steady, supportive help—not pressure or drill-based tutoring
  • You’re looking specifically for in-home science tutoring in Brooklyn

This may not be the right fit if:

  • You’re looking for last-minute test prep only
  • You need diagnostic or school-based intervention services
  • You’re seeking group classes or short-term enrichment programs

Next Steps

If science has started to feel harder than it should, you’re not alone. Middle school is a turning point, and support at this stage can prevent frustration from becoming long-term discouragement.

 

In-home middle school science tutoring helps students rebuild confidence, academic routines, and study habits—before negative patterns take hold.

 

We’re happy to talk through what you’re seeing at home and explore whether this type of support is the right next step for your family.

Themba Tutors’ Process and Approach

We support K–12 students through subject-specific, individualized academic tutoring focused on skill development and coursework mastery.

Services are offered on a pay-as-you-go basis with no contracts or upfront fees, ensuring transparency and flexibility.

  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. Academic Skills Review: Optional academic assessments to help 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. Introductory Session: 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 does middle school science tutoring cover for grades 6–8?

Middle school science tutoring supports grades 6–8 with life science, physical science, earth science, labs, written explanations, quizzes, and test preparation aligned to school coursework.

2. How do I know if my child needs a science tutor in middle school?

A child may benefit from science tutoring if homework takes too long, test results don’t reflect effort, labs feel confusing, or confidence in science is declining.

3. Do you offer in-home middle school science tutoring in Brooklyn?

Yes. In-home middle school science tutoring is available throughout Brooklyn, including neighborhoods like Park Slope, Bay Ridge, Midwood, and Prospect Heights.

4. How is middle school science tutoring different from test prep?

Middle school science tutoring focuses on building understanding, effective study habits, and academic routines over time, rather than short-term memorization or last-minute test review.

5. Can science tutoring help with labs and written responses?

Yes. Tutors help students understand lab instructions, organize data, explain results clearly, and meet teacher expectations for written science responses.

6. Is science tutoring appropriate for students who are capable but overwhelmed?

Science tutoring is especially helpful for capable students who feel overwhelmed by pacing, organization, or rising expectations during the middle school transition.

7. How often should a middle school student receive science tutoring?

Most middle school students benefit from one or two consistent tutoring sessions per week, depending on workload, stress level, and academic goals.

8. What makes Themba Tutors different from other science tutoring services?

Themba Tutors provides individualized, in-home science tutoring with a calm, structured approach, free consultations, and no contracts or upfront fees.

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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.