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1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn

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  • Avatar Emily Matles ★★★★★ a week ago
    We would highly recommend Ally! Our son always asks about her, so very thankful to Brooklyn Letters for introducing us.
    ~ Emily, mom of Brooklyn 2 year old
  • Avatar Natalie Levon ★★★★★ 4 months ago
    Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
  • Avatar T Ainsley ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
  • Avatar Jackie Vasquez ★★★★★ 5 months ago
    Excellent services, caring therapists.
  • Avatar Lil Amatore ★★★★★ 8 months ago
    Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
  • Avatar Colin Peters ★★★★★ 6 months ago
    We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
  • Avatar Heather Liljengren ★★★★★ a year ago
    We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
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  • 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!
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    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.
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    I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
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    Themba Tutors provided a leaning specialist that was a perfect fit for my daughter. I told them what we were looking for and they delivered. Our tutor is responsive and flexible and makes it easy for my daughter to reach out to her own … More her own, which gives her an added sense of responsibility over her learning. As a therapist myself, I now regularly recommend Themba to my patients. A much needed and well provided service to the community!!
  • Avatar Frances Simpson ★★★★★ 4 years ago
    The tutors at Themba are fantastic! Caitlyn McNeill helped our son academically, but also with getting organized in every subject, which he so desperately needed. She offered great advice and useful strategies that helped our son become … More a more successful student. We are using Themba tutors again this year for our daughter. We're so happy to have been referred to them!
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    I'm so glad we were referred to Themba Tutors. After a great initial conversation to learn our needs, we were connected with an excellent tutor, Felicia, who is helping our high school daughter learn better organizational and executive … More skills. Highly recommended.
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    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!
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    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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Manhattan Middle School Science Tutoring

Middle School Science Support for Manhattan Families (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 Tribeca, SoHo, Nolita, Hudson Yards, West Village, Greenwich Village, NoMad, Flatiron District, Chelsea, Gramercy Park, Union Square area, Upper East Side (including Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, Yorkville), Upper West Side (including Lincoln Square), Midtown East, Midtown West, Battery Park City, and more.

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By middle school, NYC schools assume students can manage fast pacing, heavy workloads, and complex assignments with far less direct support.

 

Middle school science often becomes challenging right when expectations increase and support decreases. Coursework moves faster, concepts become more abstract, and students are expected to manage assignments, labs, and studying more independently than before.

 

Our Manhattan middle school science tutoring supports students in grades 6–8 as academic expectations increase. Tutors focus on helping students manage faster pacing, complex concepts, labs, and written explanations through structured instruction and guided practice.

 

Many parents reach out when they notice science homework taking longer than it should, test scores slipping, or frustration rising around labs and quizzes. Others sense a quieter change: a child who used to feel capable now doubts themselves, even when effort is still there. In-home science tutoring in Manhattan provides targeted academic support without adding stress to already busy family schedules.

What Parents Are Seeing

Parents often describe the same patterns emerging gradually over time, rather than all at once:

  • Science homework that feels overwhelming or unclear
  • Studying that doesn’t translate into test performance
  • Trouble keeping track of assignments, lab reports, or due dates
  • Frustration with multi-step questions and written explanations
  • Growing resistance to science class, even when effort is present

 

These struggles are common in middle school and do not mean a student “can’t do science.” More often, they signal a need for clearer structure, guided practice, and individualized explanation—especially as classroom support becomes more limited.

 

When these issues go unaddressed, students may start to disengage or lose confidence, even if they are capable. Early, steady support can prevent small gaps from turning into larger obstacles later on.

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

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Our approach focuses on how students understand and apply science concepts. Middle school science requires students to juggle concepts, vocabulary, labs, and explanations all at once. We help students slow things down, organize their thinking, and approach assignments, labs, and tests methodically.

 

In our work with grades 6–8 students, we emphasize steady pacing, realistic expectations, and instructional strategies that improve classroom performance.

 

We support students by:

  • Breaking complex scientific ideas into manageable, logical steps
  • Teaching students how to approach homework, labs, and tests with a plan
  • Reinforcing understanding through guided practice rather than pressure
  • Helping students explain their thinking clearly—both verbally and in writing
  • Building organization and follow-through around assignments and studying

 

Over time, families often notice that students feel more prepared, more confident, and less anxious about science class. Even when content becomes more challenging, students are better equipped to handle it calmly and independently.

 

If this approach resonates, some families also explore additional structured tutoring for students who struggle to keep up with pacing and assignments.

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TESTIMONIALS

We were happy with the services and reached our goal of having Ellie reach competency in writing. She received another 3 for writing for her final grade in writing. Janeese was warm and friendly making it very easy for Ellie to open up and work with her these many months.We would have loved for Ellie to receive a 4, but are realistic given she is in a G&T school with a curriculum one year ahead.

 

-Eddie

We are thrilled with Emily and her engagement with both our kids. She spends most of her time with our younger one that requires more attention, and has done a great job engaging her, keeping her focused, and generally finding strategies to work with her on letter and number recognition and basic writing skills. Seeing great improvements there. For our older child, Emily spends less time but she’s giving him thoughtful assignments to build his critical thinking, reading comprehension, and information presentation.

-DM 

Dusty is amazing!!! Seeking out your services and connecting with Dusty has truly been life-changing for Harper. I have never met someone as talented, patient, helpful, and kind as Dusty; he is a remarkable person and we feel so lucky to have him in our lives! We are hopeful that Dusty will be working with Harper for many years to come. Thanks so much for making him available to us-I am forever grateful.

-Amy Don 

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.

Manhattan Middle School Science Tutoring
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Master’s Certification in Coastal Ecology, Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics

Manhattan Middle School Science Tutoring
JAKE

Masters of Science in General and Special Education

Why In-Home Tutoring Matters in Manhattan

In-home tutoring works especially well for Manhattan families. Learning in a familiar environment reduces friction and helps students settle more quickly into focused work. There’s no added travel after a long school day, and sessions fit more smoothly into busy family schedules.

 

For many middle schoolers, being at home makes it easier to ask questions, stay engaged, and build routines that actually stick. Tutors can also help students organize materials and study habits in the same space where homework usually happens, making strategies more practical and sustainable.

 

Parents appreciate the consistency and convenience, and students benefit from support that feels steady rather than disruptive.

Who This Is For — and Who It’s Not

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

 

This is a good fit for:

  • Middle school students in grades 6–8
  • Families looking for calm, structured science support
  • Students who need help building confidence, organization, and follow-through
  • Manhattan families who value in-home tutoring and consistent routines

 

This may not be the right fit for:

  • Families seeking last-minute test cramming
  • Students looking only for answers rather than understanding
  • Short-term tutoring with no emphasis on skill-building or independence
  • Families seeking homework-only supervision without instruction

 

We believe meaningful progress comes from steady, thoughtful support—not quick fixes.

A Calm, Thoughtful Next Step

If you’re noticing ongoing frustration, avoidance, or uncertainty around science, it’s reasonable to explore support sooner rather than later. A short conversation can help clarify whether tutoring would be useful right now and what kind of approach would best support your child’s needs.

 

There’s no pressure to commit. The goal is simply to understand what’s going on and determine whether we’re the right fit.

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 a Manhattan middle school science tutor help with?
    A Manhattan middle school science tutor helps students in grades 6–8 understand core science concepts, manage labs and assignments, and build steady study routines. Support focuses on comprehension, organization, and confidence rather than short-term memorization.
  2. Which science subjects do you support in grades 6–8?
    Tutors support life science, physical science, earth science, and introductory chemistry and physics topics commonly taught in Manhattan middle schools. Instruction aligns with each student’s specific curriculum and classroom expectations.
  3. How is middle school science tutoring different from elementary support?
    Middle school science tutoring addresses faster pacing, more abstract concepts, and increased independence. Tutors focus on helping students organize information, approach multi-step questions, and explain their thinking clearly in writing and verbally.
  4. Is in-home science tutoring effective for Manhattan students?
    Yes. In-home science tutoring reduces stress, saves travel time, and allows students to learn in a familiar environment. Working where homework usually happens helps students build routines that carry over between tutoring sessions and school.
  5. When should parents consider science tutoring for middle schoolers?
    Parents often seek tutoring when science homework becomes overwhelming, test scores decline, or frustration increases. Early support can prevent small gaps in understanding from becoming larger academic challenges later.
  6. Do tutors help with labs, quizzes, and test preparation?
    Yes. Tutors help students prepare for quizzes and tests, understand lab expectations, and organize written lab reports. The focus is on learning how to prepare effectively, not last-minute cramming.
  7. Is this tutoring focused on long-term skill building or short-term results?
    The approach emphasizes long-term skill building, including organization, pacing, and problem-solving strategies. The goal is for students to feel more independent and capable in science class over time.
  8. What grade levels are a good fit for this science tutoring?
    This service is designed specifically for middle school students in grades 6–8. It is ideal for families looking for consistent, structured science support rather than quick fixes or one-time test preparation.

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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.