Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in East Orange, NJ

...In addition, I currently manage a city council campaign in Virginia in my free time (I love politics). I am ecstatic about teaching English (because, let's be real, who isn't?), college prep, standardized testing, and Arabic, and have many hobbies. I have taught English professionally and recreationally for a few years now; one year of which I tutored for a nonprofit in the Bronx, thereafter the next year I worked for a Beijing-based company teaching...

...field. I've been tutoring students with the SAT/ACT for a few months now and am looking forward to sharing all of the SAT/ACT strategies that I've learned over the years! On the September 2016 ACT exam, I scored a 31 on the ACT Math portion. On the October 2015 SAT exam, I scored a 760 on the SAT Math portion. I'm eager to tutor students in my favorite subject! On the September 2016 ACT exam,...

My love for teaching and tutoring stems from my experience growing up on a sailboat in the Bahamas and Florida. I was an only child, home-schooled from age 5 through age 18, so I was accustomed to learning independently, immersed in a constantly changing educational environment. I draw upon this experience as I teach others to learn conceptually, applying newfound knowledge to the world around them.

...found it necessary to form a strong foundation for my approach to instruction; but, I have also learned that this foundation needs to leave room for change. I learned early in my career that a teaching philosophy set as doctrine could serve as a hindrance to my ability to engage students, and it could serve as a hindrance to a student's ability to learn. The latter prompted me to see that teaching is circumstantial; i.e.,...

...University where I am working toward a Bachelor of Arts in Physics. In the past, I have worked at Kumon as a math and reading tutor. I am most passionate about teaching Math, Physics, and Spanish. I try to bring that passion to each tutoring session so that the lessons are both interesting and enriching. My ultimate goal is simple: when a student is able to explain a topic or even teach it back to...

...and especially calculus. I find that teaching concepts I've learned is the best way to truly cement my understanding of it. One of the most satisfying moments for me is when an idea finally "clicks" for a student and they suddenly understand the material much better. I always strive to make that happen. While in high school, I gained a year experience tutoring a classmate in AP Biology. In college I have aced my math...

...graduate of The Johns Hopkins University where I received a B.S. in Neuroscience and Visual Arts. Currently, I am studying for my Masters in Narrative Medicine at Columbia University. I have ample experience working with and teaching children of all ages. In previous years, I have tutored for the SAT, ACT, geometry, and calculus. Given my academic background, I also feel confident and readily prepared to teach high school and college-level Biology and Chemistry.

...I have taught and tutored a range of courses that have included English, History, Latin, Greek, German, and standardized test prep. While I enjoy working with students in any subject, I am most passionate about foreign languages and standardized tests. These courses in particular have clear and measurable outcomes by which progress can be tracked (and celebrated!). Helping people to meet their goals and to get the tools they need for success motivates me as...

...can call me Karen too!) and I'm a recent graduate of Georgetown University where I majored in biology. Aside from biology, I took a rigorous course load that included other sciences (chemistry and physics), psychology, and philosophy/ethics. I started tutoring when I was just a sophomore in high school! I'm passionate about helping students reach their full potential through personalized lesson plans with a special focus on weaknesses. I also help students set goals and...

...person's joy and sense of accomplishment immensely gratifying. I am a person who enjoys different and challenging experiences, and I believe my track record as a tutor is an example of that. I have had the opportunity of engaging in the most unique mixture of peculiar, fun, and stimulating positions. My experience ranges from ESL classes with Somali refugee students in high school to Special Needs students in elementary school. I have also done some...

I'm Vered (she/her), a 25-year-old writer and tutor! I've been teaching small classes since I was 16, and I love being able to help students become the best they can be. My specialty areas are in essay writing, reading comprehension, literature analysis, and grammar.

...to work with first- and second-year undergraduate students. Mentorship and pedagogy were crucial to my success as a student. My ability to perform in my academic environment went hand in hand with my ability to be self-sufficient and think critically about the issues at hand. Through tech-based, visual and written tools, I aim to teach students to draw on many resources to answer any question they have, not just those at hand. I graduated from...

Hello! My name is Ridwan, I just go by Stephen, I'm a college student looking to help other in all levels of schooling to succeed and advance. Schooling is not easy but with the right mindset and the right help around you, anything can be done.

...larger lecture courses and courses built on pre-existing syllabi. At the high school level I taught English Language Arts for 11th and 12th graders -- my 12th grade class was Advanced Placement for English Literature. I am currently tutoring students in English Language Arts, including instruction in verbal skills, essay writing, reading comprehension, and test preparation (Regents, SATs). My students have come from urban, suburban, and rural backgrounds, and I have taught students with disabilities...

...was set to begin a career in finance until the housing bubble burst in 2008. Although I received a degree in finance, the ensuing recession set me on an alternate path of entrepreneurship, and I've founded three companies so far. As a tutor, I'm calm, laid back and patient. I try to explain how to solve each type of question and help students work through how to find the answers on their own. I focus...

...subjects, but have always been the most passionate about helping students with Math and Writing. The times that I've been able to help students reach Eureka! moment in a math problem or learn to express themselves through their language have been the most rewarding, because those are the times the students have really learned something about thinking critically. An increase in test scores or a plus on a report card (as important as those are)...

...is centered on fostering curiosity and critical thinking, creating a supportive environment where students feel empowered to explore complex concepts. I strive to connect the subject matter to real-world applications, making science both relatable and engaging. Witnessing my students' growth and confidence in their abilities is incredibly rewarding, and it fuels my commitment to their academic success. Outside of tutoring, I am a graduate student working towards my PhD and enjoy learning languages.

...I love knowledge, and I love learning; I hope to share my passion for education with my students. I am capable of tutoring a vast array of subjects. Above all, I will aim to teach you tips and tricks on how to study efficiently - techniques which can help you learn throughout your life, long after our tutoring sessions. I can help you prepare for your SAT test, or help you work out how to...

My name is Jefferson Li, and I am a student at the Stern School of Business and NYU. I love working with students, and I have been tutoring for over 7 years now. While my favorite subject to tutor is mathematics, I have also tutored students in SAT and ACT prep. I believe that the best way to learn is to understand the core concepts behind the material, and then practice, practice, practice!

...or standardized test scores! In the summer after my sophomore year at Skidmore College, I was a professional tutor at Lindamood Bell, an individualized national tutoring service aimed at elementary and middle school students. Over my time at Lindamood, I worked with a range of kids, ages 6-15, to improve reading, comprehension and math. At Skidmore, where I double majored in History and Political Science, I was a Peer Mentor, or Teacher's Assistant, for a...