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Class included students from East Harlem, Gramercy, and SoHo
Karine taught about 1 month ago
The Student and Tutor practiced business-related vocabulary and discussed strategies for answering common interview questions. The session included synonym exercises and review of a document containing typical interview questions and sample answers. The aim was to prepare the student for an upcoming job interview.
Synonyms and Vocabulary Expansion
Administer vs. Administrate
Briefing and Debriefing
Common Interview Questions and Strategies
Interview Vocabulary and Terminology
Cultural Differences in Workplace Attire and Etiquette
Elvira taught about 1 month ago
The session focused on expanding the Student's workplace English vocabulary and improving communication skills for professional settings. The Student practiced using new vocabulary in context through example sentences, dialogues, and a role-playing scenario involving customer service. The Student also worked on refining pronunciation of specific words and phrases.
Miscommunication
Clarify
Deadlines
Feedback
Escalate
Attitude
Estimate (Noun vs. Verb)
Elvira taught about 2 months ago
Elly guided a student from Baruch College through a lesson on mindfulness techniques and social vocabulary. The learner reviewed a PDF on mindfulness, discussing practices such as mindful eating and body scanning. Their discussion also encompassed vocabulary pertinent to social interactions, events, and conflict resolution. For homework, Elly assigned exercises focusing on prepositions and a general vocabulary review.
Mindfulness
Boxed Breathing
Acquaintance
To Build a Rapport
Rain Check
Elvira taught about 2 months ago
Elly and Tania discussed mindfulness techniques and their benefits for stress reduction. Tania also learned about HR vocabulary, passive voice in grammar, and leadership styles. Tania practiced converting sentences to passive voice and role-played a scenario to apply leadership concepts, and she was assigned homework to reinforce the vocabulary and grammar concepts covered.
Mindfulness
Passive Voice
Constructive Feedback
Delegation
Karine taught about 2 months ago
Karine and Paolo dedicated their lesson to enhancing his English vocabulary and communication skills for professional settings. They reviewed key phrases pertinent to meetings and practiced describing personal qualities using relevant adjectives. Karine assigned exercises to reinforce the vocabulary learned and provided Paolo with a document containing useful phrases for his upcoming meetings.
Decisive
Sensitive vs. Sensible
Rapport vs. Relationship
Pushover
Industrious
Elvira taught about 2 months ago
In their recent lesson, Elly and Zamir concentrated on improving English pronunciation, particularly the 'R' sound. They also broadened Zamir's vocabulary, exploring terms relevant to workplace problem-solving and real estate. Zamir engaged in a discussion about an article on the Toronto condo market, delving into its economic implications. His assignments include a slideshow exercise and continued practice of the 'R' sound.
Hinder
Facilitate
Implement
Allocate
Escalate
Compromise
Buyer's Market
Incentive
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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