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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.

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1:1 HISTORY TUTORS IN NYC METRO AREA FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Best 1:1 History Tutoring in NYC Metro Area  for Middle and High School Students | FREE CONSULTATIONS & MEET-AND-GREETS WITH OUR STAFF | WE TRAVEL TO:

New York City (NYC), Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Boston, Long Island, Westchester, Connecticut (CT), New Jersey (NJ)

Struggling with History Courses? Find the Right Help Today

A survey conducted by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that only 15% of eighth-grade students performed at or above the “Proficient” level in U.S. history. This highlights the growing need for targeted academic support.

 

Our history tutors in the NYC area help students strengthen comprehension, analysis, and writing skills across U.S. history, world history, AP World History, and art history. Through personalized instruction, students learn how to think critically rather than memorize facts.

Overcoming Obstacles in Learning History

Many students struggle with history due to dense reading material, large volumes of information, writing-intensive assignments, and pressure from standardized exams. Connecting historical events to present-day issues can also feel abstract and overwhelming.

 

Our tutors help students break down complex texts, improve note-taking, develop historical thinking skills, and move beyond memorization toward deeper understanding.

Expert History Teacher with Years of Experience

We specialize in high-impact tutoring for all learners, including neurodiverse students. Instruction is delivered by experienced educators who use proven strategies to build engagement, confidence, and academic success.

Guided Support from Top 10 History Tutors

Our tutors support middle school students studying ancient civilizations and American history, as well as high school students enrolled in world history, economics, and AP-level coursework. We also provide homework help and study skills support to strengthen organization and follow-through.

Families receive regular feedback and progress updates, helping students move from frustration to confidence and mastery.

We specialize in online history tutoring for students in public, private, and charter schools across the NYC metro area, Westchester, Long Island, Boston, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Over 90% of our educators hold advanced graduate degrees.

We use SMART goals to create structured, measurable learning plans. With family consent, we also responsibly incorporate AI tools to enhance engagement and personalization.

Skills Students Build Through History Tutoring

Students develop transferable academic skills including reading comprehension, analytical writing, organization, time management, and effective note-taking.

World History and Global Understanding

Our programs explore global civilizations and historical turning points, helping students connect past events to modern global issues.

Writing Support for Historical Thinking

Tutors help students craft thesis-driven essays, integrate evidence, and master DBQ strategies for exams and college-level assignments.

Online History Tutoring for High School and College

We support students from high school through college with expert instruction tailored to each academic level.

Exam Strategies and Study Plans

Students prepare for Regents exams, AP World History, and other assessments through structured review, active recall, and spaced repetition techniques.

Executive Function Coaches Tiers

Themba Tutors is recognized for its expertise in executive functioning coaching and its compassionate, student-centered approach.

Our tiered educational team includes academic tutors, certified subject specialists, advanced learning coaches, and doctoral-level specialists.

TESTIMONIALS

Working with Dr. David has been a blessing and one of our best investments 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 takes a village. We are so happy and grateful that Dr. David is part of our village!

 

-Sweet Joy H.

Bassem is great, and he helped my son a lot! My son is thriving, thanks to Bassem’s fantastic support!

 

-Rose G.

Mackie was great. The Scholars really liked him and found the sessions useful. He presented the material clearly and in an interesting manner.

 

-Adam L.

David sent a superb summary yesterday. It seems he had a highly productive session with my daughter. From the perspective of my wife and me, we are not only extremely happy but also grateful. I believe this marks the beginning of a long-lasting relationship.

 

-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.

Global History
CAROLYN

New York State Certified Special Education Teacher, Social Studies Teacher, and Literacy Specialist

Global History
ALEXANDRA D.

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

OCTAVIA
OCTAVIA

Bachelor’s degree in English, currently pursuing a Master’s in Dramaturgy

Global History
JAMES

B.A. in History, Masters of Science in Education, Advanced Certification in Special Education: Adolescent (Grades 7-12), New York State teaching certification in Social Studies: 7-12

BRAD
BRAD

Master’s in Special Education

Why Choose Themba Tutors?

Multidisciplinary Team

Our multidisciplinary team includes experts in history, education, and special education. This breadth of experience allows our history tutors in the NYC area to provide comprehensive, individualized support for students with a wide range of learning profiles, including those with learning disabilities or special educational needs.

Combined Tutoring and Executive Function Coaching

We go beyond traditional history tutoring by integrating Executive Function (EF) coaching into our sessions. This dual approach helps students build organization, time management, planning, and effective study habits.

We also offer specialized executive function coaching for student-athletes , supporting students with demanding athletic schedules as they balance academics and extracurricular commitments.

Expertise in History Subjects

Our tutors support a wide range of history subjects, including American history, global history, and U.S. history. Lessons are designed to make historical content meaningful and relevant, while also providing structured homework support to reinforce classroom learning.

Addressing Common Learning Challenges

We tailor history instruction to diverse cultural backgrounds and learning styles, helping students connect past events to their own lives. Our tutors simplify complex texts, strengthen reading comprehension, and promote historical thinking.

To reduce overwhelm and procrastination, we create manageable study plans and teach practical time-management strategies, including the Pomodoro Technique timer .

A meta-analysis of 33 studies involving 38,529 participants found a consistent negative relationship between procrastination and academic performance.

Personalized Learning Plans

Each student receives a customized learning plan that targets individual strengths and areas for growth. Our history tutors set clear goals, monitor progress, and adjust instruction to ensure steady improvement.

Engaging and Interactive Lessons

Lessons incorporate discussion, multimedia resources, and interactive activities to keep students engaged. This dynamic approach helps students retain information and develop a deeper understanding of historical concepts.

Choose Themba Tutors for a comprehensive and engaging history tutoring experience that supports academic growth and long-term learning skills.

Who We Are?

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Founded in 2012 by CEO Craig Selinger, an educational specialist and executive function coach , Themba Tutors provides expert history tutoring for middle and high school students.

Comprehensive Services

  • In-person and online history tutoring and academic coaching
  • Serving NYC, Long Island, Boston, Westchester, New Jersey, and Connecticut
  • Support for neurodiverse learners and diverse learning profiles
  • Collaboration with therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists

Skilled Professionals

  • Academic tutors, certified subject specialists, and advanced learning coaches
  • Doctoral-level specialists with deep subject-matter expertise
  • Patient, approachable educators focused on relationship-building
  • Commitment to individualized instruction and learning plans

Unique, Learner-Centered Approach

  • Highly personalized, evidence-based instruction
  • Flexible in-home, location-based, and virtual tutoring options
  • Advanced degrees and multidisciplinary training
  • Focus on confidence, motivation, and practical study strategies

Commitment to Student Success

  • Helping students reach academic goals through individualized support
  • Reducing family stress through clear communication and progress tracking

Free Consultations and Remote Meet & Greets

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We offer free consultations and remote meet-and-greets with our expert history tutors in the NYC area. These sessions allow families to discuss academic goals, learning preferences, and instructional approaches before starting tutoring.

 

Whether sessions are in-person or online, our goal is to ensure every student receives thoughtful, personalized support that leads to meaningful academic progress.

Themba Tutors’ Process and Approach

Themba Tutors provides specialized history tutoring for middle and high school students who face academic challenges such as ADHD, executive function difficulties , and learning differences including dyslexia , dysgraphia , dyscalculia , non-verbal learning disorder , twice-exceptional (2e) , and other learning differences .

Our structured intake and instructional process is designed to match each student with the most effective history tutor while building skills that support long-term academic success.

How Our Process Works

 

  1. Initial Contact & Free Consultation: Families can contact us by phone, text, or email to schedule a free consultation, typically within 24 hours. Our intake coordinator, Jerry, manages the process under the guidance of CEO Craig Selinger to ensure a smooth and supportive start.
  2. Initial Assessments: Students complete a free assessment prior to beginning tutoring. This helps us understand current history knowledge, reading comprehension, writing skills, and executive functioning needs.
  3. Personalized Academic Review: We identify strengths and areas for growth and establish clear, measurable goals related to history content, analytical thinking, and study skills.
  4. Choosing the Right History Tutor: Families review detailed tutor profiles and select from a roster of highly qualified history tutors whose expertise and teaching style align with the student’s needs.
  5. Free Remote Meet-and-Greets: Students and families meet potential tutors through free online sessions to build rapport and ensure a strong personal and instructional fit before committing.
  6. Start of Tutoring Sessions: Tutoring begins with a discovery session that carries no long-term obligation. During this session, the tutor assesses current challenges and designs a personalized learning plan to support meaningful progress.

Throughout the tutoring process, Themba Tutors emphasizes accountability, flexibility, and consistent communication. Students receive weekly customized sessions, ongoing motivation, and regular progress updates through the family’s preferred communication channels.

If you are seeking thoughtful, personalized history tutoring that supports both academic performance and skill development, contact Themba Tutors today to schedule a free consultation and remote 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.