Award-Winning ACT Science Tutors serving Newark, NJ

...from Barnard College of Columbia University with a BA in Psychology. I am very passionate about my undergraduate major, but I explored all different subjects and courses, as well. I was very active on my school's crisis hotline, and was an anonymous peer listener for this organization for most of my college experience. In addition, I was an intern at The Door, a non-profit downtown, where I conducted intake interviews with adolescents and connected them...

...graduate with honors from Johns Hopkins University with a Bachelor's Degree in East Asian Studies and a minor in Philosophy. I spent a semester abroad In Shanghai, China in my junior year, during which I was lucky enough to develop my spoken and written fluency and explore a beautiful and unique part of the world. I have been an academic tutor and chess teacher for over 6 years. I have loved teaching since I was...

...and SAT prep. I also tutor the AP subjects of Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, and Psychology. Outside of tutoring, I am an avid reader and always have a book in my hand. I also biking, running, and crossword puzzles! On a Sunday morning you're most likely to find me working my way through the New York Times crossword (though, if we're being honest, I don't always make it that far) and the rest of the...

...motivated, recent psychology graduate from Wesleyan University's MA program. I spend four years working in a cognitive development lab, conducting psychology research with children. My Master of Arts research explores decision making cognition, with connections to marketing and communication improvement. I love guiding and teaching students in all disciplines. I have a large background in training and tutoring undergraduate students, working with children ages 3 - 12, and standardized test-taking. Career-wise, I am seeking opportunities...

...undergraduate education in Cell Biology and Neuroscience at Rutgers University, it quickly became apparent that I have a natural ability for tutoring/teaching other students. Since then, I have tutored many college and high school students in various subjects such as college admissions exam, college admissions essays, biology, chemistry, high school math and even the GRE. My unique and personalized approach for each student makes me a well-qualified and valued tutor. I take into account the...

...at Columbia University, studying Sustainable Development and urban adaptation to climate change. I've always had a passion for teaching, and currently teach pre-college math with Columbia University's Community Impact program, for non-traditional adult learners. Before coming to New York I apprenticed in the Ohio Public Schools, and worked in outdoor education. I'm driven by the spark of realization I get to see on my students' faces when a new concept snaps into place, and I'm...

...a newly appointed tutor. Currently, I'm a second-year student at Amherst College, majoring in computer science and mathematics. Since a young age, I've been captivated by the intricacies of mathematics and enjoyed challenging myself with seemingly unsolvable problems. As I matured, my passion for mathematics expanded, driving me to help struggling students, especially those in underfunded school districts. Around two years ago, I established my own tutoring service, covering a wide range of topics, from...

...be difficult, but sometimes looking at the problem in a different way makes the material clearer and easier. My basic learning and teaching philosophy has always been that the best way to handle difficult material is to take your head off the page and to try to reframe the question in a different way. Coming to a problem - whether it be an essay, a math question, or a writing exercise - with a different...

...learning with other people. This is why I have been a high school teacher for 20 years and why I am a tutor now. One of my major skills as a tutor is breaking down skills and concepts into small parts to identify exactly where someone is struggling. I can do this with organization and learning needs, too, not just math and English content. I am also versatile and flexible; I can work on all...

I believe the best student is also the best tutor. I am the kind that likes to engage my students in everything I teach them. I received my Bachelor's degree in Biology from Syracuse university, master's in biomedical science at Touro and currently at New York College of Podiatric medicine hoping to become Podiatric surgeon and expert in foot and ankle diseases.... We all love to read stories or watch TV shows with good story line....

...Los Angeles but currently working on a BA at New York University on a full scholarship. I specialize in test prep, writing help, and middle/high school mathematics. I believe it is crucial to approach learning through the lens of familiar subjects, rather than diving into something new without any relation to it; the mind is only able to absorb new information on basis of past experience. In the same way, I approach my students not...

Wesleyan University - B.A. in Biochemistry Columbia University - B.S. in Chemical Engineering Alopecia Areata Center of Research Translation - Alumni Student

...part of the BA-MD medical program with SUNY Downstate. I've been tutoring students for over 5 years for a wide range of topics, including the ACT, the SAT, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Essay Writing, and AP Psychology. I enjoy working with a variety of students, ages 8-20. In terms of my clients, I like working with dedicated, passionate students who are willing to put in the work to achieve their goals. For me, tutoring is...

I've been lucky to have attended some fine educational institutions, though I don't come from the kind of background where such opportunities can be taken for granted. I believe every student should have the same opportunities as I've had, and I want to do everything I can to make those opportunities available to every student.

...working on a degree in Supply Chain Management at the Rutgers Business School, along with a minor in Economics and English. Past tutoring experience has included working for UC Teams Charter School in Plainsfield, NJ where I taught middle school children math and science, along with other scattered experiences throughout high school as I was a member of several honor societies. As I am a person easily fascinated by most disciplines, I like to mainly...

...Oregon alum and avid football fan, I graduated with Chemistry and Chinese degrees before earning a Masters of Education from the Relay Graduate School in New York. After 7 years of tutoring and 3 years of teaching, I am excited to support students in science, math, language, and exam prep. A mild caffeine addict, I stay active through lacrosse and running, listen to podcasts while roaming the city, and love to discover new coffee shops...

I would like to cultivate learning by promoting essential habits and creating a positive learning environment. I believe that learning should be tailored to each student based on their respective skills and attributes. I incorporate different teaching styles to reinforce ideas, and am very patient and understanding.

...ten years of tutoring and teaching experience at the college and grade school levels. As a PhD Linguist, I have a solid understanding of phonetics, second language acquisition, and cross-linguistic differences. I am also experienced with training students for American standardized tests including the SAT, ACT and GRE. These tests require endurance and confidence as well as fundamental skills, which means that all these components have to be learned, practiced, and nurtured equally for a...

...Masters Degree in International Politics and Business from New York University, and am currently on a year long leave from the Hopkins-Nanjing Center based in China. I am a certified ESL instructor. In addition to my tutoring work, I am currently working as a content marketing intern for a Shanghai-based consulting firm. I have taught all over the world from South America to East Asia, and collectively have years of tutoring experience. These experiences have...

I am currently a senior in the Honors College at the University of South Florida pursuing a major in Biomedical Science along with minors in Astronomy and business law. I have had about five years of experience as a tutor so I have helped multiple students of various ages score extremely high on national tests.