Tutoring in the humanities, academic mentoring and college preparation for teenagers

The mentor is a published scholar, humanities PhD, and Ivy League graduate.

Online or in-person (Park Slope and nearby neighborhoods) + museum visits

Sliding-scale fees for parents struggling financially. Small-group tutoring available.

You can call or text me at:

+1 (929) 486-6551

Or write to me at:

nethermeadmentoring@proton.me

High school and college are an essential part of our transformation to adulthood and careers. Extra academic support for your teenager can help them prepare for the demands of higher education and professional life. Building their cultural capital will enable them to approach the academic and business worlds with self confidence. Engagement with global cultures will broaden their awareness of educational and career possibilities. A global outlook will prepare them for a rapidly-changing job market and world, which demand that workers be mobile and flexible. Mentoring sessions involve analyzing artworks, discussing literature, learning about ancient cultures, researching historical subjects—all while learning how to function and communicate in a professional manner. Most importantly, sessions encourage students to enjoy academic success, for this is the foundation of a sustainable study program.

Humanities are an essential part of our society and world history, but they are often sidelined in our tech-driven world. Our collective historical memory is lost, entertainment replaces information, and young people are targeted by Silicon Valley through social media and other platforms, leaving them ill-prepared for professional life and productive, positive community engagement. But students can learn how to be successful while enjoying the fascinating stories of world civilization.

As a university instructor, I have seen intelligent and curious students nervous about speaking in class, experiencing severe anxiety over exams and assignments, suffering from limited vocabularies, lacking basic library skills, unprepared for writing a coherent college essay, procrastinating, plagiarizing out of desperation, and unable to put their phones down during class. Taking oneself seriously and getting excited about the world of ideas are the first steps to academic and professional success; and these are prioritized in lively, encouraging sessions adapted to your teenager’s interests.

Skills Taught:

Effective research

Academic writing

Reading scholarly articles

Documenting research

Academic discussion

Making sound arguments

Oral presentations

Impromptu speaking

Good study habits

Developing ideas

Critical thinking

Discussing literature and art

Setting academic goals

Subjects Taught:

World Civilizations

Art History

Literature