K–12 Tutoring · Fresh Meadows, Queens

The Academic Edge
Your Child Deserves

SparkBrain Learning equips students with the skills, confidence, and critical thinking they need to excel — through personalized, expert-led instruction supervised by a licensed educator.

15+
Years Experience
500+
Students Tutored
95%
Grade Improvement
4.9
Parent Rating
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Vera Borukhov
Licensed Since 2010
"Exceptional tutoring is about connection, inspiration, and making learning feel natural."
Vera Borukhov
Founder & Lead Instructor

Vera has been a licensed instructor since 2010, bringing over 15 years of hands-on classroom and one-on-one tutoring experience to SparkBrain Learning. She is currently an adjunct professor at Lehman College, CUNY, and St. John's University, where she teaches first-year writing and mentors the next generation of educators.

A proud graduate of Queens College, CUNY, Vera earned both a B.A. in English and an M.Ed. in Literacy Education, along with postgraduate work in Educational Leadership. Her deep understanding of how students learn — combined with a genuine passion for helping every child reach their full potential — is what makes SparkBrain different. She personally oversees every tutor and every lesson plan to ensure consistency, quality, and real results.

B.A. EnglishM.Ed. LiteracyLehman CollegeSt. John's15+ Years

What We Stand For

Our values orbit everything we do

SparkBrain
Core Values
Personalized
Lessons built for each student
Confidence
Mindset shifts that unlock potential
Lifelong
Skills that last beyond the test
Expert-Led
Licensed educator supervision
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Our Mission

Sparking Potential,
Building Futures

With a focus on critical thinking, confidence building, and lifelong learning, SparkBrain provides a supportive environment where students thrive — becoming independent thinkers ready for anything.

Our Programs

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How We Teach
1. Expert-Led Instruction
Key concepts introduced in an engaging way. Every lesson builds understanding from the ground up.
2. Guided Application
Hands-on guidance with real-time feedback until mastery is achieved.
3. Supervised & Collaborative
All sessions under licensed educator supervision. Every tutor carefully selected.
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SparkBrain Learning
Progress Report — 2025
Experience
15+
Students
500+
Improvement
95%
Rating
4.9
"Exceptional progress across all areas!"

Real results from real families

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Fresh Meadows, Queens, NYC
Call Us
(718) 790-8911
Hours
Mon–Sat · Flexible Scheduling
Email
info@sparkbrainlearning.com
K–12 TUTORING · FRESH MEADOWS, QUEENS

The Academic Edge
Your Child Deserves

SparkBrain Learning equips students with the skills, confidence, and critical thinking they need to excel — through personalized, expert-led instruction supervised by a licensed educator.

SparkBrain tutoring session
15+
Years Experience
500+
Students Tutored
95%
Grade Improvement
4.9
Parent Rating
Vera Borukhov - SparkBrain Learning founder and licensed educator
Licensed Since 2010

“Exceptional tutoring is about connection, inspiration, and making learning feel natural.”

Vera Borukhov
Founder & Lead Instructor

Vera has been a licensed instructor since 2010, bringing over 15 years of hands-on classroom and one-on-one tutoring experience to SparkBrain Learning. She is currently an adjunct professor at Lehman College, CUNY, and St. John’s University, where she teaches first-year writing and mentors the next generation of educators.

A proud graduate of Queens College, CUNY, Vera earned both a B.A. in English and an M.Ed. in Literacy Education, along with postgraduate work in Educational Leadership. Her deep understanding of how students learn — combined with a genuine passion for helping every child reach their full potential — is what makes SparkBrain different.

B.A. English M.Ed. Literacy Lehman College St. John’s 15+ Years

What We Stand For

Our values orbit everything we do

SparkBrain
Core Values
Personalized
Every lesson built for each student’s unique needs, pace, and learning style.
Confidence
Mindset shifts that unlock potential. Students believe in themselves.
Lifelong
Skills that last well beyond the test. Critical thinking for life.
Expert-Led
Licensed educator supervision on every session. Not college students.

Our Mission

Sparking Potential,
Building Futures

With a focus on critical thinking, confidence building, and lifelong learning, SparkBrain provides a supportive environment where students thrive — becoming independent thinkers ready for anything.

A B C 1 2 3
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Our Programs

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1-on-1 Subject Tutoring
Personalized sessions in Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies and more. Tailored to your child’s unique learning style and academic needs.
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SAT / ACT Prep
Practice exams, targeted strategies, and score-boosting techniques. 12+ hours of focused instruction.
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SHSAT Prep
NYC specialized high school admission test preparation with real exam formats and proven strategies.
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ELA & Math Test Prep
NYS state test preparation for grades 3-8. Practice tests and focused skill-building sessions.
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Regents Prep
Targeted preparation for NYS Regents exams across all subjects. Master content and test-taking skills.
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Small Group Sessions
Up to 4 students per group with supplies included. Collaborative learning environment.
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Afterschool Program
Daily homework help and enrichment activities. A productive space for learning after school.
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Summer Programs
Keep skills sharp during break. Prevent the summer slide and get ahead for next year.

How We Teach

1. Expert-Led Instruction
Key concepts introduced in an engaging way. Every lesson builds understanding from the ground up.
2. Guided Application
Hands-on guidance with real-time feedback until mastery is achieved.
3. Supervised & Collaborative
All sessions under licensed educator supervision. Every tutor carefully selected and monitored.
SparkBrain Learning
Progress Report — 2025
Experience
Improvement
“Exceptional progress across all areas!”

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Real results from real families

★★★★★
Verified
“My son’s grades went from C’s to A’s in just two months. The tutor understood exactly how he learns and made everything click.”
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Sarah M.
★★★★★
Verified
“We tried three other tutoring services before SparkBrain. Nothing even comes close. The personalized attention is unmatched.”
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David R.
★★★★★
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“Vera identified our son’s weak spots immediately and created a plan that actually worked. Highly recommend.”
MK
Michael K.
★★★★★
Verified
“SparkBrain helped our daughter get into Bronx Science. The SHSAT strategies they taught were game-changers.”
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Tom C.
★★★★★
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“Best investment we’ve made in our child’s education. The confidence boost alone has been life-changing.”
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Amanda H.

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