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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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BEST 1:1 REMOTE SWEDISH TUTORING FOR HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE STUDENTS

Best 1:1 REMOTE swedish Tutoring for HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE STUDENTS AND NEURODIVERSITY | FREE CONSULTATIONS & MEET-AND-GREETS WITH OUR STAFF

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High school and college students in the U.S. face several challenges when learning Swedish, including limited immersion, difficult pronunciation, and complex vocabulary. These struggles are worsened by understanding differences and neurodiversity, such as ADHD, dyslexia, and autism, which can make focusing, memorizing rules, and engaging with the material harder.

Maintaining motivation is difficult, especially for neurodiverse students needing more interactive methods. Additionally, there are fewer learning resources for Swedish, making it challenging to find tailored materials. Understanding cultural nuances without direct experience is also tough, particularly for those with social anxiety or autism. Reading and writing in Swedish, with its unique alphabet, is especially difficult for students with dyslexia.

The thesis “Diversity is Best” by Julia Hollertz highlights the Swedish education system’s shortcomings in providing inclusive environments for neurodiverse students. The thesis argues that literature can foster empathy and acceptance of cognitive disabilities. By including such literature in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom, Swedish educators can help students develop social and communicative skills to navigate a diverse society.

Themba Tutors offers tailored, high-impact tutoring to meet the unique needs of every learner, including those with neurodiverse learning styles. Our dedicated educators provide personalized instruction, accelerate learning, closely monitor progress, and collaborate with schools for holistic support.

At Themba Tutors, mastering Swedish is within reach. Our expert Swedish tutors emphasize essential language concepts while accommodating each student’s learning differences and neurodiversity. We help students develop effective study habits and time management skills, ensuring they overcome procrastination and succeed in their studies.

Themba Tutors offers customized Swedish tutoring that provides regular feedback to students and parents, enhancing communication and ensuring active family involvement in their child’s progress. By addressing each student’s unique learning differences and neurodiversity, we create a supportive environment that transforms struggles with Swedish assignments into improved grades and boosts confidence in language skills.

We serve public, private, and charter school students across the NYC metro area, Westchester, Long Island, Boston, and select regions in Connecticut and New Jersey. Our dedicated team of educational professionals, with over 90% holding advanced degrees in education, psychology, or related fields, builds strong connections with students. We stay adaptable to the ever-changing educational landscape and digital distractions of 2024.

Using SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—we tailor objectives to each student’s unique needs. Our flexible scheduling accommodates diverse family requirements. If our services are not the perfect fit, we can connect you with trusted colleagues. Our approach effectively navigates various educational systems and the fast-paced nature of modern education.

Executive Function Coaches Tiers

Themba Tutors is honored to be recognized among the leading tutoring services in the New York City metro area. Our focus is on learning differences and neurodiversity. Our compassionate approach demonstrated success, and our ability to adapt to diverse learning styles while respecting family preferences set us apart.

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

We provide detailed remote assessments for Swedish language skills to identify your strengths, challenges, and improvement areas. This allows us to tailor our tutoring methods to suit your specific needs.

TESTIMONIALS

The sessions with Rhia are going great! We’ve been doing some really important foundational work and it feels like every week I’m getting closer to my overall goals. Challenging at times but very rewarding. Rhia is great coach and I look forward to speaking with her every week. I could go on but I’ll just sum it up by saying that it’s all very positive on my end.

 

– P.A. 

Working with Jill at Themba Tutors for the past year has been life-changing! As a dyslexic adult, I’ve struggled for years with decoding words, which has created many challenges in social environments and work. She is very knowledgeable, passionate about helping others improve, and patient. Sometimes during our tutoring sessions I become frustrated with myself, but Jill always finds another method to help me understand the concept and keeps encouraging me until I know. I’m glad I have Jill as a tutor. She is very professional, positive, and friendly.

 

 

– AMW 

Alex’s services were of great help and support to me, especially when it came to keeping my feet on the ground and giving suggested methods to further improve my college experience.

 

– Ashoka Z. 

Steffanie is a fantastic tutor! She puts so much hard work and dedication into every session, which is what lead to passing grades on my exams! In addition, Steffanie even offered tutoring via FaceTime if we couldn’t meet in person. This is a fantastic and very convenient tutoring service and I highly recommend it!

– Eddie  

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.

Why Learn Swedish?

Learning Swedish can significantly benefit the United States’s high school and college students by enhancing career opportunities, as Sweden hosts major multinational companies like IKEA and Volvo. It also offers cultural enrichment, engaging students deeply with Swedish literature, music, and film. Proficiency in Swedish can improve travel experiences and facilitate studying abroad in Sweden, which is known for its high-quality education. 

Additionally, Swedish, a Germanic language, helps students grasp other Scandinavian languages more easily and provides valuable insights into European history and international relations. Learning Swedish broadens students’ global perspectives and enriches their academic and professional prospects.

Why Choose Themba Tutors?

Combining Tutoring and EF Coaching

Themba Tutors integrates Swedish language tutoring with executive function coaching, helping students develop essential skills such as time management, organization, and goal setting. This dual approach ensures that students learn the language and develop strategies to overcome common learning challenges and improve their overall academic performance.

Multidisciplinary Team

Our team comprises experienced Swedish tutors and educational specialists who understand high school and college students’ unique needs. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to provide comprehensive support tailored to each student’s learning style and needs, making our Swedish tutoring sessions more effective and engaging.

Addressing Common Struggles

Themba Tutors’ Swedish tutors are skilled in addressing students’ common struggles, such as limited immersion, difficult pronunciation, and complex grammar. We use interactive methods and practical exercises to help students stay motivated and retain what they learn. Our Swedish tutors employ specialized techniques and resources to ensure students with learning differences and neurodiversity receive the support they need.

Comprehensive Learning Outcomes

Our Swedish tutoring sessions cover all aspects of the language, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students learn to pronounce Swedish correctly, understand and use complex grammar rules, and expand their vocabulary. Additionally, our cultural immersion activities help students grasp the nuances of Swedish culture, making them more proficient and confident in their language skills.

Personalized Learning Plans

Each student receives a customized learning plan based on their proficiency, learning style, and goals. This personalized approach ensures that students progress at their own pace and focus on areas where they need the most improvement.

Flexible Scheduling and Accessibility

We offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate students’ busy lives. Our remote Swedish tutoring sessions can be accessed from anywhere, making it easy for students to fit language learning into their routines without the need for travel.

Supportive Learning Environment

Themba Tutors provides a supportive and encouraging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes. Our Swedish tutors are dedicated to building students’ confidence and fostering a love for learning.

By choosing Themba Tutors for remote Swedish tutoring, students benefit from a comprehensive, personalized, and effective approach to language learning that addresses their unique needs and helps them achieve fluency in Swedish.

Who We Are?

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Founded in 2012 by CEO Craig Selinger, an educational specialist and executive function coach, Themba Tutors provides customized remote Swedish  tutoring services for high school and college students.

  • Comprehensive Tutoring Services: Themba Tutors offers in-person and online tutoring and coaching across the NYC metro area, Long Island, Boston, Westchester, New Jersey, and Connecticut. We provide doorstep learning or virtual options for students of all ages.
  • Highly Qualified Professionals: Our team consists of academic tutors, certified subject specialists, advanced learning specialists/coaches, and doctoral-level specialists/coaches trained to address diverse learning needs, including those with learning differences. We ensure our professionals are friendly, knowledgeable, and dedicated to providing individualized attention.
  • Customized Learning Plans: We create personalized learning plans tailored to each student’s unique needs, abilities, and pace. Our approach ensures that students receive targeted support that aligns with their specific challenges and goals.
  • Flexible and Convenient: Themba Tutors offers flexible, student-centered services that fit your schedule. We travel to your home, your child’s school, or any preferred location and provide private remote Swedish tutoring, eliminating the need for students to miss other activities.
  • Expert Guidance and Support: Our team uses evidence-based, multidisciplinary methods to support student learning. We communicate strongly with schools and families to ensure a cohesive educational experience.

Free Consultations and Remote Meet & Greets

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At Themba Tutors, we provide free consultations and remote meet-and-greets with our Swedish tutors for high school and college students. These initial sessions allow students and their families to discuss their unique learning needs, goals, and preferences with our experienced Swedish tutors. Meeting remotely makes it easy to connect with our Swedish tutors and assess how their expertise matches your academic requirements before committing to regular sessions. Contact us today for your free consultation.

Themba Tutors’ Process and Approach

At Themba Tutors, we specialize in personalized Swedish tutoring for high school and college students, including those with ADHD, executive function challenges, and various learning difficulties such as language disorders, non-verbal learning disorders, dyscalculia, dyslexia, dysgraphia, twice-exceptional, and more. We address each learner’s unique needs, ensuring effective progress in their Swedish language studies through tailored approaches that cater to their specific obstacles.

Our flexible pay-as-you-go model eliminates upfront fees and long-term commitments, allowing you to manage your budget while receiving the best remote Swedish tutoring that suits your needs.

Our process starts with a structured intake procedure to match you with the ideal Swedish tutor:

  • Initial Contact and Consultation: Email, text, or phone. Our intake coordinator, under the supervision of CEO Craig Selinger, will schedule a consultation within 24 hours.
  • Review of Academic Background: We assess your educational history to pinpoint strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Comprehensive Educational Assessment: An optional in-depth assessment helps tailor our Swedish tutoring sessions to your needs.
  • Tutor Selection: During our free intake session, you’ll review detailed Swedish tutor profiles to make an informed choice.
  • Free Remote Meet-and-Greets: Connect with potential Swedish tutors through remote meetings to ensure a good fit before committing to services.
  • Assessment Session Commencement: Start with a no-cost exploratory session, during which your Swedish tutor evaluates your proficiency and goals, setting the stage for a personalized learning plan.

Our approach includes weekly customized sessions and ongoing support through your preferred communication channels, focusing on achieving your Swedish learning goals with adaptable methods.

Contact Themba Tutors today to schedule your free consultation and remote meet-and-greets with our Swedish tutors for high school and college students.