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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.

SHSAT ELA TUTORING NYC

SHSAT ELA Tutoring NYC

SHSAT tutoring in NYC is a structured academic system designed to improve reading comprehension, inference skills, and timed reasoning required for success on the specialized high schools admissions test.

This standardized exam determines admission into NYC’s most competitive high schools, making performance consistency and strategic preparation essential for students across all grade levels. We support middle school students in mastering complex passage analysis by connecting families with specialized NYC ELA tutors who understand the specific rigors of the specialized high schools admissions process.

Service Snapshot

  • Service: SHSAT ELA Tutoring NYC
  • Location: New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx)
  • Delivery: In-home and online instruction options
  • Student Type: Primarily middle school students (grades 7–8) preparing for specialized high school admissions
  • Focus Areas: Reading comprehension, inference, vocabulary in context, timed reasoning, passage analysis
  • Session Structure: Diagnostic assessment → foundational literacy development → timed SHSAT strategy training
  • Goal: Improve SHSAT ELA performance for admission into NYC Specialized High Schools

SHSAT Exam Overview for High Schools Admissions Test and Results

SHSAT ELA Tutoring NYC

Understanding the SHSAT Exam and High Schools Admissions Test Structure

The SHSAT exam is a standardized exam used for high schools admissions across NYC specialized schools.

It evaluates how students perform under timed digital exams conditions and includes:

  • Reading comprehension and analysis sections
  • Vocabulary-in-context reasoning tasks
  • Evidence-based inference questions
  • Timed multiple-choice problem solving

This high school admissions test requires students to balance accuracy with speed under strict time constraints. Many students struggle not because of content difficulty, but because of execution under timed pressure.

SHSAT Prep Practice Tests, Length Practice Tests, and Results Tracking

SHSAT Prep Practice Tests for Results Improvement

Effective SHSAT prep depends heavily on structured practice tests that simulate real exam conditions and reveal performance gaps.

Students engage in:

  • full-length practice tests replicating the SHSAT exam structure
  • length practice tests designed to build stamina under timed conditions
  • targeted review of incorrect answers to improve future results
  • tracking of SHSAT results across multiple attempts

Consistent review of practice tests is one of the strongest predictors of improved SHSAT scores over time.

      TESTIMONIALS

Alissa is an amazing professional and person! Our entire family loves and appreciates her. My son got considerably better at test-taking for the SHSAT. Thanks so much!

 

– Roshelle B.

I can’t recommend Felicity enough. We’ve worked with a lot of coaches and care providers, and she is aces. She relates well with our daughter — which doesn’t happen all the time. She’s caring and empathetic, and when she spoke with my wife and me, she was full of sage and sound suggestions. Her vast experience, high intelligence, and evidence-based approach are great.

 

– David

Finn has been an excellent fit so far. After some initial success, my son has had some ups and downs this week, and we’ve all been able to collaborate on constructive ideas and adjustments to make. Finn has shown great insight and empathy, and has really been on the same page with us as far as how to approach my son’s learning differences and get him positioned for success in school. Overall, Finn has been A+ so far.

 

– Kurt

Things are going well since Kayla has returned. She continues to be very supportive of my son, and is open to any suggestions that we may have. She is very patient and presents different ways of learning a particular problem. We are very happy with Kayla and look forward to continuing working with her.

 

– Lucretia

SHSAT Tutoring Lessons for 7th Grade and 8th Graders in High Schools Prep

NYC SHSAT ELA Tutoring

SHSAT Tutoring for 7th Grade and 8th Grade Students

SHSAT tutoring is most effective when introduced during 7th grade or early 8th grade, when foundational reading habits can still be shaped for high school admissions success.

Students receive structured lessons that include:

  • reading comprehension training aligned with SHSAT expectations
  • vocabulary development in academic and test contexts
  • timed inference drills based on standardized exam formats
  • structured test prep routines designed for consistency

Many students at this grade level benefit from private tutoring because classroom instruction alone does not reflect SHSAT pacing demands.

Specialized High Schools Admissions Exam Results and SHSAT Prep Programs

SHSAT Prep Programs and Specialized High Schools Admissions Performance

The specialized high schools admissions exam requires consistent preparation across multiple skill areas to achieve competitive results.

Students typically focus on:

  • improving SHSAT scores through structured instruction
  • tracking SHSAT results over time
  • refining strategies based on practice tests performance
  • building confidence in standardized exam environments

SHSAT prep programs vary, but effective ones rely on structured academic systems rather than general prep class instruction. Hundreds of students each year improve performance when guided through structured SHSAT preparation systems.

About Us

DAVID W.
DAVID W.

Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Educational Leadership

SHSAT ELA Tutoring NYC
TINA

Master’s Degree in Literacy Education & L 7-12 English

ANTHONY
ANTHONY

Master of Science in Education

NICOLE M.
NICOLE M.

M.A. in Secondary Education, English Teacher Specialization

SHSAT ELA Tutoring NYC
SUSAN P.

Master’s in Science of Teaching | Certified NYS Teacher: Math & English Secondary Education

DANIEL P.
DANIEL P.

Master’s in Education, Bachelor’s in History

SHSAT ELA Tutoring NYC
HOLLY

MS in English Education, and a 6th-year Professional Diploma in Reading Consultancy and Educational Leadership

STEPHEN S.
STEPHEN S.

MA in Teaching, MA in Liberal Studies, BA in English and History

SHSAT Prep Test Prep Strategy, Lessons, and Instructor Support

SHSAT Test Prep Programs and Instructor-Led Lessons

High-quality test prep programs combine structured instruction with personalized feedback from experienced instructors or teachers.

A great tutor with extensive experience helps students:

  • strengthen reading accuracy under time pressure
  • improve decision-making during practice tests
  • develop consistent strategies for digital exams
  • build long-term academic discipline across grade level transitions

These lessons are especially effective for students preparing for competitive college admissions pathways later in their academic journey.

When Students Need SHSAT Tutoring Support for Better Results

Students typically need SHSAT tutoring when:

  • SHSAT scores remain inconsistent despite repeated test prep
  • practice tests show stagnation in results
  • reading speed limits performance on digital exams
  • students struggle under timed standardized exam conditions
  • academic pressure increases in 7th grade and 8th grade environments

Many students reach this point during high schools admissions preparation cycles when structured support becomes necessary.

Key SHSAT Test Prep Tips for Improving Results

SHSAT ELA Tutors in NYC

SHSAT Prep Tips for Students

Students improve results most effectively when they follow structured preparation habits, including:

  • completing regular practice tests under timed conditions
  • reviewing mistakes systematically to identify patterns
  • tracking SHSAT results over time to measure improvement
  • practicing length practice tests to build endurance
  • using structured test prep systems rather than random study

Consistency in preparation is more effective than short-term cramming before test dates.

Who SHSAT Tutoring Is For (Grade Level and Student Profile)

SHSAT tutoring is designed for students across multiple grade level stages, especially:

  • 7th graders beginning structured high schools admissions prep
  • 8th graders preparing for upcoming test dates
  • students transitioning into advanced coursework in NYC high schools systems
  • learners needing structured private tutoring support for standardized exam success

Many students benefit from individualized instruction rather than generalized prep class environments. To ensure a competitive composite score for schools like Stuyvesant or Brooklyn Tech, many families combine their verbal prep with our specialized SHSAT math tutoring.

College Admissions, Education, and Long-Term Results

While SHSAT tutoring focuses on high school admissions, it also supports long-term academic development.

Students often experience improvements in:

  • readiness for college admissions pathways
  • academic performance across subjects
  • standardized exam confidence across multiple disciplines
  • structured learning habits that extend into higher education

By mastering these advanced analytical skills in 8th grade, students build the foundational habits necessary to eventually bridge the collegiate execution gap they will face in high-stakes university environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is SHSAT tutoring?

SHSAT tutoring is structured private tutoring designed to improve SHSAT scores through targeted test prep strategies and practice tests.

2. When should students start SHSAT prep?

Most students begin in 7th grade or early 8th grade depending on readiness and academic goals.

3. Do practice tests improve SHSAT results?

Yes, structured practice tests significantly improve results when paired with feedback and analysis.

4. What is the SHSAT exam?

The SHSAT is a standardized exam used for specialized high schools admissions across NYC.

5. How important are SHSAT scores?

SHSAT scores determine admission into NYC specialized high schools, making performance critical.

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Start SHSAT ELA Tutoring in NYC

Families interested in SHSAT ELA tutoring in NYC can begin with a flexible pay-as-you-go structure designed to support consistent academic progress without long-term commitment. Sessions are available in-home or online, and families can start with a remote meet-and-greet to understand the learning approach, evaluate fit, and review academic goals before beginning instruction. This ensures that every engagement starts with clarity, alignment, and a clear understanding of how SHSAT ELA preparation will be structured around the student’s needs.

To get started, we also offer a free 15-minute phone consultation where parents can discuss current academic concerns, SHSAT readiness, and timing for preparation. This initial conversation helps determine whether structured SHSAT ELA tutoring is the right next step and allows families to ask questions about pacing, strategy development, and expected outcomes. From there, families can choose a flexible pay-as-you-go schedule that fits their timeline, whether they are starting early in the school year or preparing closer to the exam window. To identify the root cause of your child’s score inconsistency and find the right strategy for their unique learning profile, Start Here to begin our diagnostic intake process.

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