Testimonials
From time to time, I receive letters of thanks from students or their parents telling me how much the tutoring I provided helped my students overcome their difficulties, improve their study skills, and achieve their academic goals. These letters always touch my heart, especially because so many of these kids had all but given up on themselves before we started working together.
My favorite letters are from students who tell me how the confidence they developed in the course of their academic tutoring helped them believe in themselves in ways that had been impossible for them before, and that the study habits that I helped instill in them enabled them to succeed in other endeavors.
Here's a sampling of these testimonials.
Kimberly, Age 9
My 9-year-old goddaughter Kimberly had been failing in school and was in danger of being "left back" a grade, despite being a bright, quick-witted child outside the classroom. She just did not seem interested in schoolwork. That changed once she started working with Joanne.
Kimberly and Joanne bonded within minutes after they met; and within a few tutoring sessions, Kimberly underwent a change that was nothing short of a miracle. She started asking me to to help her with her homework, found opportunities to practice her math during day-to-day activities, and beamed with pride every time she got an answer right. Her tutoring sessions became the highlights of her week as she eagerly awaited "Ms. Joanne's" arrival. It was the first time I had ever seen Kimberly excited about learning.
Joanne didn't just bring Kimberly up to grade level. She gave her a love of learning and the study skills to be successful at it. I know that no matter how far Kimberly goes in her education, she will always have Joanne to thank for helping her learn how to learn.
-- Richard M, College Point, NY
Michael, Age 16
My son Mike is an honor student, however he was struggling with Geometry. While preparing for the Geometry regents we had Joanne tutor him for only a few sessions to tie up the loose ends. Mike said, “If Joanne had been my teacher I would had understood this Math from day one.” Mike got a 90 on his Regents.
-- Carol F., Whitestone, NY
Marc, Age 16
Marc’s need for one to one tutoring was taken care of by Joanne. She is a personable, take charge person. His average in Math was a 90 for his junior year in High School, thanks to Joanne.
-- Laura M., Middle Village, NY
Julian, Age 14
My son, Julian, was somehow afraid of math and just preferred to avoid it as much as possible. With Joanne's tutelage he has, I believe, accepted it as challenging and not beyond his understanding. He no longer views math as an enemy. We will continue to use her services and I'm confident that he will continue to gain confidence in his math skills. Thank you Joanne.
-- Damairs C., Bellrose, NY
Michael, Age 17
Joanne came highly recommended from a Math teacher at my son's high school. Michael has struggled with math all during school, but Joanne was able to show Michael how to understand high school math. Michael has ADHD and Joanne was able to keep him focused and attain his goals.
Joanne is always on time - and keeps a wonderful balance between the student and teacher relationship. Michael's grades went up and he never again had to attend summer school for math.
Joanne helped Michael with preparation for the SAT - and he got great scores.....Thanks Joanne.
Joanne has given Michael great technique to help solve and remember math problems.
Joanne + Knowledge = My Son's Success!!!
-- Patty D., Fresh Meadows, NY
Naomi, Age 16
Very good,sensitive and reassuring. I highly recommend. P.S. She is also knowledgeable and proactive.
-- George S., Bayside, NY
Kerry, Age 17
Math was definitely not my best subject. In fact, I hated it until Joanne stepped in. I have had Joanne as my math tutor since the eighth grade (I am now a senior in high school) and I have formed a special bond with her. I am now taking Trigonometry and with Joanne's help, I am understanding it better and better. She is not only a great tutor but she is also a wonderful person. She is caring and she shows it too.
I never knew how easy and fun math can be until I met Joanne. Not only has she helped me with math, but she has also prepped me for the SAT's. She showed me easy techniques to get through them and it wasn't as difficult as I thought it would be. I don't think I will be letting Joanne go anywhere anytime soon. I definitely will use her services when college math comes. I highly recommend her.
Thank you Joanne!
-- Kerry, Fresh Meadows, NY
Joshua, Age 15
After Joshua had an unsuccessful experience with another tutor we decided to try Joanne who came highly recommended by Josh's friend's mother. After his second session with Joanne I asked him how he felt about the sessions and he said "It's like going from a bicycle to a Bentley."
-- Cheryl K., Roslyn, NY
Joanne DeVillacian is a professional tutor and Certified Technical Trainer providing in-home, private tutoring in the following communities:
Northeast Queens and Surrounding Areas: Bayside, Bellrose, Clearview, College Point, Douglaston, Floral Park, Flushing, Forest Hills, Fresh Meadows, Glendale, Little Neck, Maspeth, Middle Village, Rego Park, Ridgewood, Whitestone, and Woodside.
Nassau County: Albertson, Carle Place, East Hills, East Williston, Floral Park, Franklin Square, Garden City, Great Neck, Herricks, Garden City, Garden City Park, Garden City South, Manhasset, Mineola, New Hyde Park, North Hills, Port Washington, Roslyn, Sands Point, Searingtown, South Floral Park, Stewart Manor, Williston Park, and their nearby communities.