Your kid isn't the problem. The system they're stuck in is.
Grades 3 through college. SAT/ACT prep. Professional exams. Study skills. Full family support. Whatever stage your student is at, we help them build the confidence and independence to actually own it, not just survive it.
★★★★★Trusted by families — with 47 five-star Google reviews.Read the reviews →
25+ Years in EducationMath teacher, administrator, and high school STEAM coordinator across the NYC Tri-State area.
Featured on NPRInterviewed on national public radio about educational leadership. Listen →
College Board ExperienceProfessional experience working directly with the College Board.
Grade 3 — CollegePlus professional licensing and career exams.
Why families choose us
I personally vet every family and return every call.
I'm Eric. I've spent 25+ years in education as a math teacher, an administrator, and a high school STEAM coordinator in the New York City Tri-State area. I've been featured on NPR and worked directly with the College Board. But none of that matters as much as this: I personally vet every family and find the right fit for what they actually need.
Whether that's a tutor, a coach, a consultant, or a full support plan, it's never a random match. We don't believe in one size fits all. We believe in one size fits one, right down to our signature 15-minute Significant Sprint Sessions when that's exactly the size of help your kid actually needs.
Eric vets every family himself and returns every call. No intake queue, no random matching.
Certified educators
The vast majority of our tutors are certified educators who meet your student exactly where they are.
Significant Sprints
Signature 15-minute sessions for when that's exactly the size of help your kid actually needs.
The whole family
From a single tutor to a full concierge plan, we organise every moving piece so you're not holding it alone.
Explore our programs
Not sure where to start? That's normal.
Most families don't know exactly what their kid needs, they just know something isn't working. Here's everything we offer, broken down by what's actually going on at home.
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
I personally vet every family and return every call.
Twenty-five years in education, four kids of my own, and one belief: it's about the relationship, not the transaction.
Why families choose us
One size fits one.
I'm Eric. I've spent 25+ years in education as a math teacher, an administrator, and a high school STEAM coordinator in the New York City Tri-State area. I've been featured on NPR and worked directly with the College Board. But none of that matters as much as this: I personally vet every family and find the right fit for what they actually need.
Whether that's a tutor, a coach, a consultant, or a full support plan, it's never a random match. We don't believe in one size fits all. We believe in one size fits one, right down to our signature 15-minute Significant Sprint Sessions when that's exactly the size of help your kid actually needs.
I also have four kids of my own. Four completely different learners. One needed structure. One needed confidence. One needed someone to just believe in her. I know there's no one-size-fits-all fix, because I've lived it at my own kitchen table.
That's the whole philosophy behind Significant Educators: it's about the relationship, not the transaction.
25+ Years in EducationMath teacher, administrator, and high school STEAM coordinator across the NYC Tri-State area.
Featured on NPRInterviewed on national public radio about educational leadership. Listen →
College Board ExperienceProfessional experience working directly with the College Board.
Grade 3 — CollegePlus professional licensing and career exams.
Made High Honor Roll
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
Most families don't know exactly what their kid needs, they just know something isn't working. Here's everything we offer, broken down by what's actually going on at home.
25+ Years in EducationMath teacher, administrator, and high school STEAM coordinator across the NYC Tri-State area.
Featured on NPRInterviewed on national public radio about educational leadership. Listen →
College Board ExperienceProfessional experience working directly with the College Board.
Grade 3 — CollegePlus professional licensing and career exams.
Made High Honor Roll
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
When the grades, the homework, or the next exam are the problem.
Academic support
Tutoring: Grade 3 Through College
They're falling behind and I don't know how to catch them up.
Whether it's math, reading, writing, science, or a specific class that's turning into a nightly battle, our tutors, the vast majority certified educators, meet your student exactly where they are. Not where the textbook says they should be.
What your kid walks away with:
Real understanding, not just finished homework
Confidence that carries into the next test, and the next class
A tutor who's the right personality fit, not just the right subject expert
SAT, ACT, SHSAT, or another specialized high school exam, we'll help you figure that out first. We don't put your kid into a program, we build one around them. Full test support, section-specific help, math-only prep, reading and writing strategy, even 15-minute Significant Sprint Sessions when that's all they need. Mix and match whatever actually fits, because your kid shouldn't have to fit the program. The program should fit them.
SIE, Series 7, LSAT, MCAT, firefighter exams, and other licensing tests. This isn't tutoring for a class, it's preparation for a career-defining moment. We focus on content mastery, pacing, study planning, accountability, and the confidence to walk in and perform.
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
When your kid is smart but disorganised, and nothing seems to stick.
Student success
Student Success Quick Start
My kid is smart. They're just disorganized, and I don't know how much help we actually need.
If any of this sounds like your house, Quick Start is for you:
“They wait until the last minute.”
“We need help, but we're not ready for something big.”
“We just want a better system before things get worse.”
Quick Start is a 3 session, targeted program that builds real structure, planning, and follow-through, fast. It works great as a standalone reset, or as a companion to tutoring for an extra boost, a strong way to kick things off and amplify everything that comes after.
“Executive functioning” is a clinical label. We prefer to talk about what it actually looks like at home: missed assignments, last-minute cramming, and a kid who's overwhelmed by their own workload.
Student Success Coaching is ongoing support that builds:
A system for tracking assignments that actually gets used
Real planning skills for long-term projects
Routines that reduce the daily chaos
A student who follows through without being nagged
It works well on its own, or paired with tutoring for a stronger, more complete kind of support.
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
Every big academic transition comes with a hidden cliff. NextStage gets your kid ahead of it before they fall off.
Seasonal offer
NextStage Support
Every big academic transition comes with a hidden cliff. NextStage gets your kid ahead of it before they fall off.
Middle School NextStage — For students about to juggle multiple teachers, more homework, and way more independence than they're used to.
High School NextStage — For students who are about to find out that “good enough” study habits don't cut it anymore.
College Launch — Two hours. One workshop. Everything your student needs before move-in day. High school manages you. College means you manage yourself, and most students don't find that out until it's too late. Our College Launch Workshop walks students through the four skills that actually matter (reading a syllabus, building a semester calendar, real study habits, and talking to professors like an adult), then closes with an unscripted Q&A with two current college sophomores who just lived through it.
Students leave with a Syllabus Decoder Sheet, a Semester Calendar, a Weekly Planning Template, a First Two Weeks Plan, Professor Email Templates, and a Day 1 Checklist. Spots are limited to 15 students per session.
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
When you're coordinating five things at once and running out of road.
Family support
Family Learning Concierge
I'm not managing one problem. I'm managing five, and I'm exhausted.
Tutors. Teachers. IEPs. 504 plans. School communication. Testing. It's a lot to coordinate alone, and most parents are doing it without any real support.
Family Learning Concierge gives you a single trusted partner to organize every moving piece and build one clear plan, so you're not the only one holding it all together anymore.
I want to zoom out and make sure we're actually on the right track, not just get through this week.
Four times a year, you sit down directly with me. We look at the big picture: academic trajectory, course selection, whether the current support is actually working, and what comes next. Should we add something, pull back, or stay the course? Is your kid on track for where they need to be in a year, or in three? No middleman, no guessing. Just direct access to 25+ years of experience, pointed at your kid's actual path forward.
We're not even sure what the right path is. We just know the current one isn't it.
Homeschooling. Curriculum choices. Course selection. A student who doesn't fit the traditional mold. A school or program that needs a stronger plan. If you're making a big academic decision and want an expert in your corner before you commit, this is that service, whether you're a family or an organization.
We help with:
Homeschool planning and curriculum consulting
Course selection and academic placement
Customized learning plans for unique learners
Curriculum consulting and lesson planning for schools, learning pods, and organizations building their own programs
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
Eric and his team are by far, second to none. My son, a senior in HS, taking very challenging AP and honors level courses, has been working with Tad for math and Jessica for Biology. Tad has a gift for breaking down complex calculus concepts in a way that finally clicks—my son’s confidence has grown tremendously, and his test scores have reflected that. Jessica brings incredible clarity and enthusiasm to AP Biology. She’s patient, thorough, and knows exactly how to help him master challenging units and prepare strategically for exams. Beyond their subject expertise, both tutors are supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in my son’s success. They’ve helped reduce his stress and given him the tools to excel during a very demanding senior year. Additionally, my son just received his 1st quarter grades and made high honor roll thanks to Significant Educators. I highly recommend this tutoring company to any parent with a college-bound student. The quality of instruction and personal attention have made all the difference!
sylvia mieczkowski2 years ago
★★★★★
Best Tutor ever Mr. Sigman is a wonderful tutor, and I feel very blessed and delighted that my daughter has the opportunity to work with him. Nowadays, it is hard to find someone full of passion, dedication, and skills to pass the knowledge. Mr. Eric is very unique because he can convey knowledge in a fantastic way. His approach to students is wonderful, and the kids simply love him. They feel that they finally have someone on their side. Someone they can trust, open up, and be themselves. Most importantly is that Mr. Eric ways of teaching and guidance give our children confidence, and they start believing that they can achieve success. They are happy to come and learn and even do extra work at home. There is not enough good words I could say about Mr. Sigman, but I’m very grateful from the bottom of my heart for his support and always finding time for me and my daughter. I strongly recommend Mr. Eric and his group of teachers, including Natalia, who currently help my daughter with SAT. Thank you
Galia Galansky6 months ago
★★★★★
Highly recommend: I was so relieved when we found Eric to tutor my daughter in high school geometry, she was really struggling specifically with proofs, and her class grades were slipping. We started working with him a few months ago, and the transformation has been incredible. Eric has a genuine talent for explaining difficult concepts in a clear, patient way that actually sticks. He breaks everything down step by step, uses helpful examples she can relate to, and never makes her feel rushed or silly for asking questions. He is encouraging, always positive, and tailors the sessions perfectly to what she’s covering in school. Her confidence has grown tremendously, her homework and test scores have improved a lot. Eric is reliable with scheduling, comes prepared every time, and genuinely cares about her progress.
Jess Sosa-Rosario6 months ago
★★★★★
I am incredibly grateful for Eric Sigman working with my son on PreCal class . In just a few sessions, my son went from scoring in the 40s on his tests so far this school year to earning a 75 on his midterm this week. The improvement in such a short amount of time speaks volumes about the Eric’s ability to explain concepts clearly, build confidence, and meet students where they are. My son is already more engaged and less anxious about math. If this is the progress I’m seeing after only a few sessions, I can only imagine the results after meeting twice a week over the next few months. I highly recommend this tutoring service to any parent looking for real results. Give it a try for a few months and I know you will be pleased with the results.
Easton5 days ago
★★★★★
We had a fantastic experience with Significant Educators! Eric’s customer service was outstanding from start to finish. When the first tutor wasn’t the right fit, he quickly found a second tutor at no additional cost. Both tutors were excellent however it was simply a matter of finding the right style that matched our needs. What really stood out was Eric’s approach. As a parent himself, he genuinely understood our concerns and offered thoughtful guidance without ever making us feel like we were being sold a service. He truly cared about finding the right fit for our family. I highly recommend Significant Educators to anyone looking for quality tutoring, and exceptional customer service!
Bushra Hassan2 years ago
★★★★★
We are new to the American system and the standardized testing here so we needed a bit of help. We have had a few sessions so far in Math SAT prep and already we see a difference. With 5 sessions so far my child has grown in knowledge and confidence. Tad seems to be understand her personality and keeps her focused at task. She knows what to work on and actually looks forward to her lessons. Eric was fantastic to talk to. I spoke to him at length and it really felt that someone was willing to share my mental load. I would highly recommend Significant Educators. It's like having partners towards a common goal.
Tad Nygrena year ago
★★★★★
Our child has worked with Eric at Significant Educators for both enrichment as well as for help with a challenging math curriculum. As a career educator, Eric quickly identifies a student's learning style and makes math a fun and achievable challenge while building confidence. Beyond being a great math teacher, he is patient, good-humored and an excellent communicator. The range of options for classes is also great--from short, mini-classes to longer more in-depth sessions. Highly recommend.
Anne Grandea year ago
★★★★★
Eric, the owner of Significant Educators, has provided invaluable support in helping our son navigate AlgII. We have witnessed a remarkable improvement in both his understanding of the material and his overall self-assurance. Eric is flexible and communicative. The online format works with our busy schedule, and we appreciate the lesson notes after each session. We would highly recommend Significant Educators to any parent seeking effective and supportive tutoring.
Miguelina Quezada7 months ago
★★★★★
We’ve had a wonderful experience working with Eric. They met with my son, who is a junior in high school, to help him with Algebra. After just two sessions, he’s gained his confidence back and is finally understanding the material again. His grade has already gone up, and he actually looks forward to his sessions. We’re very grateful for the support and highly recommend to anyone looking for effective, encouraging academic help.
Janine Albano2 years ago
★★★★★
My son has been working with Eric and we couldn’t be more pleased. He is an honor student and was struggling to get a C in Algebra II Honors. He ended the semester with an A in the class after working with Eric. A huge thank you for helping him with the lessons and to get his confidence back. They meet weekly via zoom and it’s worked out well for us. I’d highly recommend to anyone looking for help.
Emily Isidori11 months ago
★★★★★
Eric was instrumental in helping our son not only succeed on the Algebra Regents, but truly understand the material. His patience, flexibility, and supportive approach made our son feel at ease with the content and confident in asking questions when something wasn’t clear. We’re so pleased with the results that we’ll be signing our daughter up next! We highly recommend Significant Educators!
Elite Shapir7 months ago
★★★★★
Significant Educators flexible model is exactly what we were looking for. We were able to schedule sessions before exams which helped my kids with reviews and exam prep. Both tutors, Jessica for Bio and Tad for Physics, have been great. My kids saw an improvement in their test scores and felt that the sessions were helpful. Thank you Jessica and Tad, you have been fantastic!
Tripta Velamoora week ago
★★★★★
We were recommended to reach out to Significant Educators for some extra tutoring for our daughter to prepare for the AP Stats exam. Tad worked with our daughter for a few weeks before the exam and it made a huge difference for her. She felt much more confident and did very well on the exam. We will definitely continue to work with them, and highly recommend Tad!
Heather Manninga year ago
★★★★★
Tutoring sessions used to be something that my son would scoff at-this is no longer the case thanks to Eric. The variety of times/intensity of offerings has made it possible to tailor sessions to my son’s needs, and we are seeing improvement because of it. Would recommend Significant Educators to anyone looking for extra assistance for their student!
Janine Wilks Randolph3 months ago
★★★★★
Significant Educators has really been working hard and making progress with my daughter. Tadeus Kreupa helped her improve her SAT scores by 200 points. My daughter has ADHD and issues with executive functioning. Catherine Curry Eff has been helping her, touching base throughout the week and keeping her on track. I would recommend them highly.
shilpi agarwal2 months ago
★★★★★
Our daughter is taking AP Calculus AB classes with Tadeus Krupa, and she has been extremely satisfied with his tutoring. Tad explains concepts clearly, communicates well, and provides practice questions that have been incredibly helpful. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and effective math tutor.
Tina Mathur2 months ago
★★★★★
Eric, owner of Significant Educators, was phenomenal. He cared about my daughter like she was his own. His wealth of knowledge paired with his ability to share it through “tricks” is unmatched. His organization, communication, and willingness to go above and beyond helped my daughter shine!
Mary Donovana month ago
★★★★★
Eric and his team are fantastic. Responsive, thoughtful and very effective. Jessica was able to support my son with his Biology final with very little notice and less than a week before his final. We are very grateful for her support in raising his grade in such a short time.
Johanna Fessler2 years ago
★★★★★
For almost two years, Eric Sigman successfully tutored my son in Algebra and geometry and I highly recommend using him for academic support. He was patient and accommodating to our family and his approach made my son comfortable accepting the support that was needed.
Reina D9 months ago
★★★★★
Amazing math tutor! In just a short time (8 hours a month for 4 straight months), our 8th grader’s confidence and test scores jumped dramatically, preparing her for High School. SE made learning clear, supportive, and motivating, an investment we’ll never regret!
Amanda Hewitta month ago
★★★★★
We had a really great experience with Eric. He was very thorough when explaining what they offered and whatever works for our daughter. He was on a call with her within a few days helping her study for a final! Super easy to work with and really helpful!
Miss Colleen's Elite Dancentre2 years ago
★★★★★
Eric Sigman was magnificent. He was 10-0% knowledgeable on all the subjects, regents reviews and was able to relate to my child. I highly recommend Significant Educators and Mr. Sigman for all tutoring possibilities you will not regret it.
Karen Sullivan2 years ago
★★★★★
My daughter had decided she hated math until she met Eric. His work reminded her that she loves and is good at math. She caught up to and surpassed her grade level in a matter of months, and loved every minute of it. Eric is amazing!
Smith Family6 months ago
★★★★★
Grateful for the customized instruction Eric has given all of my children! My Junior just scored a 790 in math on his SAT’s after starting with Eric in 6th grade. My 5th grader just started. Makes learning fun and accessible!
Kori Eldean2 years ago
★★★★★
My son has enjoyed working with Tad this year on Algebra 2. I cannot say enough about his level of dedication. He has continuously gone above and beyond to support my son. We are very grateful and cannot recommend Tad enough.
Dominique Paloma Biblea month ago
★★★★★
Tad is a rockstar unicorn tutor. He explains clearly and keeps the learner engaged. Tad is a professional that has clearly enabled progress in one of my learners, and for that, I am forever grateful. Thank you Tad and Eric.
Jordin Courtemanche3 months ago
★★★★★
I got a chemistry tutor for my college chemistry class, his name is Tadeus and he’s so great! He helped me understand the material the second half of the year and helped me pass the acs final, I recommend him!
Bela Bhatt4 months ago
★★★★★
Tad was an amazing tutor and helped me so much with pre calculus and calculus. He is one of the most patient and kindest tutors I ever had. I never left a session feeling like I had a question unanswered.
adrienne goldberg2 years ago
★★★★★
Kristen has been an amazing tutor. My child with some learning challenges clicked with her style and method and has made great progress in algebra. I highly recommend Kristen!
Sean Arnott9 months ago
★★★★★
Erica and his team of tutors truly helped both my boys. His ability to work via zoom yet make it fun and as efficient as in person tutoring was a miracle!
jessicalylea month ago
★★★★★
Eric has helped my daughter for two years now understanding algebra and geometry concepts that she was struggling with. I highly recommend him!
Daniella Bocciaa month ago
★★★★★
So helpful, so nice! Truly made me succeed in college chemistry 2. I worked with Tad & he was fantastic! Would totally work with them again.
lar shp2 months ago
★★★★★
Super professional, honest people. Eric organized and recommended the best teachers: Ted (stat), Jessica (biology). Helped a lot.
Jazzmine Spearman2 years ago
★★★★★
Eric went above and beyond to help my daughter. He connected us with Kristen and she has been heaven sent. I’m so happy!
Nicole Marshall9 months ago
★★★★★
We had a great experience , Tad was helpful and accessible for last minute test prep and questions . Highly recommend!
Sima Mackey2 months ago
★★★★★
Great experience! My daughter worked gin Tadeus for precalculus and he was wonderful. Flexible, kind and helpful!
Remi Rosenberg8 months ago
★★★★★
Eric is terrific and really cares about his students. Tad is an excellent Math tutor!
Kahla Coopera year ago
★★★★★
Wonderful tutors. Helped my son tremendouslyb
K. Kneis4 months ago
★★★★★
Couldn't be happier with our experience with Significant Educators to date! After a not-so-positive experience with a prior tutoring service who a) promised a lot of things they were unable to deliver, and b) whose owner seemed to care very …
Marianne Saleeba year ago
★★★★★
My children have been working with Significant Educators for several years. They have both worked closely with the owner Eric and more recently Tad. This company has been an invaluable resource for us through COVID and beyond. Each of them …
Vikas Agrawal7 months ago
★★★★★
Eric, the founder of Significant Educator, has been incredibly helpful for our family. He’s exceptionally knowledgeable and made a real difference in supporting our 11th grader in AP Biology. We truly appreciate guidance and support from …
alyson/jack Crispi2 years ago
★★★★★
My son has been working with Eric who has been patient and encouraging these last few months. . He has been able to pinpoint issues with our son’s learning process and has gone above and beyond to motivate and support him through Algebra …
ralph schoenrocka year ago
★★★★★
I have had an excellent experience working with Tadeus K. from Significant Educators. We needed some help for our daughter taking an advanced Calculus class in her senior year. They are incredibly knowledgeable, patient and skilled at …
D Mando2 years ago
★★★★★
My twin boys were struggling through 10th grade Algebra in a special education self-contained setting. The anxiety was building because the thought of preparing for and passing the regents on our own seemed almost impossible. Their …
La Hue Livinga year ago
★★★★★
My name is Claudia Baylock and my youngest son just transferred in March of this year from Stepinac to WPHS. As a honor student, he was placed into honors in his new school. Turns out WPHS …
rachel barona month ago
★★★★★
Tad was a great calc tutor. My son went from a B to an A- in the class. Still waiting on AP score but my son said without the tutor it woulda been a 1. thx! …
Brian Hanover2 months ago
★★★★★
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Made High Honor Roll
My son, a senior taking challenging AP and honors courses, worked with tutors from Significant Educators for math and biology. His confidence grew tremendously, his test scores improved, and he made high honor roll. The tutors were supportive, professional, and genuinely invested in his success.
Matt G. — Parent of AP & Honors Student
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
You don't have to have it all figured out before you call.
Just tell us what's going on, and we'll help you sort out the rest.
Get in touch
Every enquiry comes to Eric directly. He'll ask what's actually going on at home, then work out whether you need a tutor, a coach, a consultant, or a full support plan — and tell you honestly if that's less than you expected.
There's no intake queue and no random matching. If we're not the right fit, we'll say so.
