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Wayne taught 2 days ago
The Student and Tutor practiced basic English conversational phrases, including introductions, spelling, and questions about personal information like birthdays and family. The session included pronunciation practice of months and common phrases, alongside learning the idiom 'hit the sack'. Plans were made to continue lessons on Wednesday.
Basic Introductions and Greetings
Basic Personal Information
Describing Occupation and Family
Hobbies and Free Time Activities
Idiomatic Expressions: 'Hit the Sack'
Compound Words: 'Roadblock'
Wayne taught 7 days ago
The Student practiced basic English conversational phrases related to personal information, occupation, and hobbies. They worked on pronunciation, particularly the 'th' and 'v' sounds, and learned new vocabulary related to professions and free time activities. The Student was introduced to the Z sound, and the Tutor assigned continued practice.
Basic Introductions
Residence and Birthdays
Occupations and Family
Free Time Activities
Reasons for Learning English
Pronunciation Drills (Z Sound)
Idiomatic Expressions
Elvira taught 19 days ago
The Student and Tutor reviewed present simple and present continuous tenses, focusing on their proper usage and common exceptions. The session then transitioned to future tense expressions, including 'will', 'be going to', and present continuous for future arrangements. The student learned and practiced several English idioms, understanding their meanings and how to use them correctly, and was assigned homework to write a short paragraph using specific idioms and future tense forms.
Present Simple vs. Present Continuous
Expressing Future Time: Will
Be Going To
Present Continuous
Idioms: Meaning and Usage
Additional Idioms for Describing Situations
Suzanna taught 20 days ago
The student and tutor worked on the student's Humpty Dumpty creative writing piece, focusing on developing a flashback, improving clarity, and refining character dialogue. They discussed world-building consistency and pronoun usage. The student will continue editing the story for the final draft.
Developing Flashbacks in Creative Writing
World-Building Consistency
Pronoun Clarity and Avoiding Ambiguity
Show
Don't Tell - Character Vibes
Dialogue and Character Voice
Janille taught 25 days ago
The student and tutor reviewed punctuation marks, including periods, question marks, exclamation points, commas, and apostrophes. The student took notes on the different punctuation marks and their uses. The student will review the notes in preparation for the next lesson.
Punctuation Marks: An Introduction
Capital Letters: Usage
Full Stops (Periods): Ending Thoughts
Exclamation Marks: Expressing Strong Feelings
Commas: Creating Pauses and Separating Elements
Apostrophes: Showing Possession and Contractions
Suzanna taught 27 days ago
The session focused on creative writing and literary analysis. The student practiced free writing based on a visual prompt and then analyzed a short story, focusing on character relationships, dialogue, and implied meanings. The tutor assigned a dialogue-based writing exercise and planned to dedicate the next session to writing a full short story.
Free Writing Prompts
Narrative Writing and Rhythm
Nuance and Subtlety in Dialogue
Short Story Analysis: "Gaston"
Perspective and Magical Realism
English language learning guide for New York City
Mastering English in New York City: everything you need to know
In a city as fast-paced and diverse as New York, strong English skills are key to thriving—whether in school, at work, or just navigating daily life.
NYC schools follow the Next Generation Learning Standards. This focuses on literary analysis, persuasive writing, and grammar.
However many students struggle with Shakespeare, argument essays, and vocabulary. The Regents Exam in English Language Arts, which tests complex analysis, adds to the challenge.
For non-native speakers, fluency and academic writing can be tough. A 2022 NYC DOE report found only 46% of high school students meet college-ready literacy benchmarks.
Thankfully, there are free resources to help. The New York Public Library has free ESL classes and public schools provide after-school tutoring. Newcomers can also practice conversational English through meetup groups or online platforms. Private English tutoring can also offer targeted lessons, helping students make steady progress
With the right support and resources, you can build strong English skills and confidently thrive in New York.
Essential ways to study for English learners in New York City
- The New York Public Library (NYPL) – Offers free writing workshops, book clubs, and online study materials.
- CUNY Language Immersion Program (CLIP) – Pre-college English preparation for non-native speakers.
- Brooklyn Public Library – Provides literacy programs, ESL classes, and research tools for academic writing.
- CUNY Writing Center – College students can get free tutoring in essay writing, grammar, and research strategies.
- Harlem Children’s Zone – After-school English tutoring for middle and high school students.
The cost of English tutoring in New York City explained
In New York City, the cost of English tutoring depends on factors like experience and session type. On average, private lessons fall around $60 per session.
If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, online tutoring can be a great way to get quality instruction at a lower cost.
Tutor rates vary based on expertise. You can find tutors charging between $40 and $60 per hour for foundational learning. These include grammar basics, vocabulary building, and reading comprehension.
Mid-range tutors, charging $60 to $100 per hour, are great for essay writing, literary analysis, and Regents Exam prep. Advanced needs include college-level writing, rhetorical analysis, and professional communication. For this, experienced tutors charge $100 to $150 per hour.
NYC also has great local resources, like the New York Language Center, which offers specialized English programs.
Wiingy makes tutoring accessible with expert-vetted tutors at just $28 per session—and you can even start with a free trial lesson!
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