gold COACH SUBJECT: ENGLISH, tEST pREPARATION, eARLY mATHEMATICS AREA OF EXPERTISE: Language Arts, Grammar, writing, SAT/ACT, ISEE/SSAT, HSPT, TACHS, College Essay writing, mATHEMATICS gRADES 3-7, Executive Function Coaching
Kristina is dedicated to empowering students through the art of reading, writing, and mathematics. Her teaching philosophy revolves around fostering a deep understanding of language and encouraging students to develop their own interpretations. She believes that mastering language skills opens doors to multiple perspectives and interpretations and guides students to achieve this mastery while exploring their unique viewpoints.
Kristina has extensive experience tutoring for private school admissions exams, including the SSAT, ISEE, and the TACHS. She is an expert at helping both students and parents navigate the test prep process.
Kristina also specializes in helping students improve their executive functioning skills, including organization, time management, and task prioritization. By implementing personalized strategies, her students grow more confident in managing their schoolwork and meeting deadlines. Many students have experienced significant academic progress and reduced stress levels as they develop lifelong habits for success.
With over eight years of tutoring experience, Kristina has worked with a diverse range of students, each with varying levels of ability and unique educational needs. Her approach is tailored to each student's individual learning style, aiming to unlock their full potential, achieve their educational goals, and build confidence in their academic abilities.
Kristina earned the following degrees and honors:
B.A. in Communication, Stockton University (summa cum laude)
M.A. in English, CUNY Lehman College
Dr. Alice Griffin Fellowship for Outstanding GPA, CUNYLehmanCollege
