TEACHING | michaelniederman

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I just asked my 16 yr old how her first session went and she told me that Michael was "the best English tutor that I've ever had."

Pam, 38 lessons with Michael

I am a patient and knowledgeable teacher, tutor and writer with experience working with students of all levels of aptitude and academic interest. I'm born and raised in New York City, a product of the public school system.

I've worked for many years in both public and charter schools, teaching a diverse group of young learners. I've worked with high achieving students at one of NYC's top Gifted and Talented Programs. I've worked with the diverse population of Jackson Heights, struggling, remedial readers from upper grades, and even recent immigrants from Mainland China, finding academic success with all of these demographics. I also bring to the table an extensive history of working in the arts in NYC, writing for theater, film, and television.

I have my certification in 7-12 English Language Arts from City College, a Masters in writing from Columbia University, and a long history of working in the arts and writing in New York City.

If you choose me to work with your child, I guarantee that his or skills in reading, writing, or critical thinking will improve. Your child will develop a greater facility with writing, a love of reading for pleasure as well as for information, and improved problem-solving skills. We will work on a variety of tasks and activities, all aligned with the Common Core, to improve and refine a multitude of skills and abilities. Together we will work on reading comprehensions, writing exercises (creative, informational, and persuasive) and grammar practice. We will read poetry, non-fiction, short fiction, and drama, and learn new and interesting things from all of them. I look forward to working with you.

CLIENT REVIEWS

Best English Tutor

I just asked my 16 yr old how her first session went and she told me that Michael was "the best English tutor that I've ever had."

Pam, 38 lessons with Michael

A Natural Born Teacher

Grammar and reading and prep for high school admissions exams. Michael provides interesting reading material and homework that kids actually enjoy. He is an enthusiastic teacher that my kids look forward to working with.

Nick, 22 lessons with Michael

Experienced, Engaging and Intuitive Tutor

Michael N. assessed my son's writing from the school year. He assigned a fun exercise, where my son had to describe in a piece of fruit using sensory words. It was the type of exercise my son responded well to. My son enjoyed the lesson and is looking forward for Michael to tutor again!

Alison, 41 lessons with Michael

First Session: EXCELLENT

Michael has that winning combination of smarts and charisma. Extremely firm but kind. I will report back more as we get to know him and make progress, but an excellent start!

Tracy, 100 lessons with Michael

Experienced, Engaging and Patient Tutor

Michael has taught my son since this summer. He is very experienced and knowledgeable. He keeps his lesson effective, engaging and fun. My son is able to stay focus and overcome his fear of writing. We definitely plan to keep working with Michael.

Yiping, 57 lessons with Michael

Knowledgeable and Patient

Michael is amazing. He wasted no time in getting to know my son's interests and his weakness. Michael is knowledgeable. He told my son some interesting facts on World War II. A subject my son enjoys. Michael recommended some books on World War II which he started reading on the way home. There is another book that Michael recommended and my son takes time to read it every day. He patient and effective when teaching. He keeps the child interested in what they are doing. My son left the tutoring session confident and happy to have met Michael. In one session i have seen a change in my son. A happy mommy. Thank you Michael :)

Martha, 57 lessons with Michael

Intelligent and Professional

Mike has been helping me write case studies for my professional portfolio. During our lessons, he has given me strategic guidance on how to structure my ideas and helped me to choose the right words for formulating clear, concise sentences. All of these insights helped me strike a balance between my professional and personal writing. With Mike’s exceptional talent as a writer and teacher, combined with his broad knowledge of many subjects, I have been making consistent improvements in my writing. I look forward to continue working with Mike.

Julie, 11 lessons with Michael

Excellent Homeschool Tutor

Michael has been tutoring my son who is homeschooled for the last 5 months 2-3 sessions per week. He is a very patient, knowledgeable and dynamic teacher who has sparked my teenagers interest in English again. Michael has put together all of the content for his sessions, providing him with interesting literature to read, in particular wonderful short stories. He challenges him to read texts closely and think deeply about their content. Michael has also taught my son grammar, which I found he had not adequately learned while at school. One highlight was my son having the opportunity to attend and review an off-Broadway play and actually have his review published on a blog!

Virginia, 24 lessons with Michael

Education

Cornell University
English, Theater

Columbia University
Masters

CUNY
Masters

Tutoring Subjects