About Me
Welcome to Guiding Star Math Academy. I am Estella Li, a dedicated math educator with 12 years of experience teaching in the NYC public school system.
Beyond holding a Master's in Education and state certifications in 7-12 Math Gen. Ed and 7-12 Special Education, I am honored to be a NYC Teaching Fellow and a Math for America (MfA) Master Teacher in New York City.
I strive to ensure every child receives individualized, research-based support and instructional excellence. My approach is patient, structured, and tailored to each student's needs.
Services
1-on-1 Tutoring
Personalized sessions focused on:
-Concept and skill mastery
-Test preparation
-Homework support (if needed)
Test Prep
1-on-1 Tutoring or Small Group Session (2-4 students)
-New York State Exams Grades 3-8
-High School Regents Exams (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2)
-AP Statistics Exam
-SHSAT/SAT/ACT/ISEE Math
Dedicated Mentorship. Transformative Growth.
Highlights
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Math for America Master Teacher, New York City
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NYS-certified in Mathematics 7–12 & Students with Disabilities 7–12
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AP for ALL AP Statistics Workshop Facilitator
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New York City Big Apple Award nominee (2023 & 2024)
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NYCDOE Model Teacher 2023-2024
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10+ years teaching in the classroom Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus, & AP Statistics
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Years of SAT/ACT/SHSAT prep with students accepted to their top choices, including highly selective and Ivy League universities
Guiding Star Tutoring Services
Classroom Experience
With over a decade of classroom experience across multiple NYC public schools, I specialize in co-teaching and inclusive classrooms supporting diverse learners with individualized Education Plans (IEPs). I'm also skilled at making complex math accessible to all
Elite Academic Tenure
I hold a NYC math fellowship and have served as Department Chair, driving excellence in school curriculum. I also opened my classroom as a "laboratory" to showcase best practices to teachers, promoting critical reflection on instruction.
Background
With 12 years of professional teaching and comprehensive tutoring, I've guided students to outperform standards and reach higher goals.
Philosophy of Growth
I am certain that every learner has distinct talents that grow through dedicated support and a positive atmosphere. I established Guiding Star Math Academy to equip students with the deep knowledge and self-belief required to thrive in their studies.
Personalized Educational Cycles
My teaching style pairs academic intensity with thoughtful coaching. I focus on finding the exact concepts where students get stuck and help them build the analytical reasoning skills required for long-term achievement in any school environment.
Primary Assets
- Dynamic Lesson Planning
- Advanced Exam Prep
- Direct Coaching
- Mastery of Core Curriculum
Contact Guiding Star Tutoring
Email Address
estella.guidingstar@gmail.com
Phone Number
(646) 653-3343
Working Hours
Monday– Friday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM