Academic Tutoring in Manhattan
Private, one-to-one academic tutoring for students across Manhattan and NYC: honors, AP, and college-level coursework with executive function support built into every session.
“I worked with Jenn, a DES executive functioning tutor, throughout middle school and high school. She became like a member of the family and helped me develop confidence and independence.”
G.A., Student · New Canaan High School, Brown University · Read more testimonialsManhattan families searching for a private tutor in NYC, an academic tutor in Manhattan, or an honors and AP tutor often need more than subject help. DES pairs rigorous academic tutoring with executive function coaching so students build the planning, organization, and follow-through systems that make grades stick.
Academic Tutoring in Manhattan for Honors, AP, and College-Level Coursework
Manhattan students face some of the most demanding academic environments in the country: competitive independent schools, selective public programs, and rigorous honors and AP tracks. DES tutors work one-to-one with students who are bright and capable but need stronger academic support, better study systems, and more independent follow-through.
Sessions are held in person in Manhattan, in your home on a case-by-case basis, or virtually, whatever fits your family’s schedule.
Subject Tutoring Across Every Level
Our credentialed tutors cover math (algebra through AP Calculus and college STEM), science (biology, chemistry, physics), English and writing, history, and world languages. Many students start with one subject and keep their tutor as a consistent academic anchor across the year.
Executive Function Coaching Integrated Into Every Session
What separates DES from a typical Manhattan tutoring agency is that every tutor is trained to address the executive function side of school: task initiation, time management, organization, and planning. Students don’t just get through this week’s assignment; they learn a repeatable system for the next one.
Learn more about our approach on our Executive Function Coaching page.
Serving Families Across Manhattan
We provide in-person tutoring throughout Manhattan, including the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Midtown, Chelsea, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Tribeca, and the Financial District, with in-home sessions available on a case-by-case basis and virtual sessions city-wide. Our NYC office is at 501 East 87th Street. Call (917) 397-2775.
See every community we serve on our Areas We Serve page.
Manhattan Academic Tutoring FAQs
Do you offer in-person or in-home academic tutoring in Manhattan?
Yes. DES tutors work with Manhattan students in person, with in-home sessions available on a case-by-case basis and virtual sessions available citywide. Our New York office is at 501 East 87th Street on the Upper East Side.
What subjects do you cover?
Math through AP Calculus and AP Statistics, the sciences, writing, and humanities, along with the study skills that make content stick. If your student’s subject isn’t listed, ask; matches are made individually.
Which grade levels do you cover?
Elementary through college, including honors, AP, and college-level STEM coursework.
How are tutors matched?
We match by subject need, learning profile, and personality, and we re-match quickly if the fit isn’t right.
What makes DES different from other Manhattan tutoring companies?
Our tutors are credentialed teachers, many with advanced degrees, and every DES executive function coach holds special education certification. Sessions build study systems rather than dependency, and academic tutoring in Manhattan can be coordinated with executive function coaching in one plan, one provider, one point of contact, founder-reviewed progress.
My child works hard but grades don’t show it. Is that a tutoring problem?
Sometimes it’s content; often it’s executive function, planning, organization, test preparation. We assess which one is driving the gap during the consultation and build the plan accordingly, so you’re not paying for the wrong fix.
How do we start?
Schedule a complimentary consultation. Aron personally matches your student with a tutor, typically within 24 to 48 hours.
Ready to Build Stronger Academic Systems?
Talk with our team about the right Manhattan tutor for your student. Call (917) 397-2775 or book a complimentary consultation.
Book a Complimentary ConsultationFamilies can learn more about AP courses and exams at the College Board’s official AP site, and find resources on learning differences at Understood.org.