Award-Winning ACT Writing Tutors serving Clifton, NJ

...I double majored in History and Political Science, I was a Peer Mentor, or Teacher's Assistant, for a freshman class on British Naval history. In addition to grading papers, hosting various programs on academic life on campus, and generally being a resource for the first year students, I was given the opportunity to develop a curriculum and teach a class on the historical accounts of Captain James Cook's death on Valentines Day in Hawaii in...

...and perform their ACT prep video series. I currently assist students in Liberal Arts Studies through the Writing Center at the Juilliard School, and I continue to teach lessons in music. My enthusiasm for working with students continues to grow as I meet more capable, intelligent young people who often just need insight into how to tackle the mass of material they receive in the classroom. My background is as a classically trained singer, and...

...in teaching, curriculum development and systems support. Skilled at providing positive direction to students' academic, social, and behavioral well-being. Outstanding writing skills developed through continuous research and independent writing on such topics as the role of literacy in education, the birth of democracy in Athens, institutional self-examination, and peer reviews. Multilingual with international work and volunteering experience in Costa Rica, Trinidad, and China. Fluent in Spanish and intermediate level Mandarin. Technology adept.

I am a researcher in a neuroscience laboratory at the Icahn School of Medicine in Mount Sinai Hospital. I am incredibly passionate about science and math, and I always love to share my knowledge and enthusiasm with my students. My teaching style includes building a strong foundation of the topic of difficulty through implementing diagrams, real-world examples and of course many practice problems into my lessons. During my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, cooking...

...I am enthusiastic about new approaches to mathematics in K-12 education, in particular. In place of rote memorization, Common Core emphasizes creative approaches to problem solving to develop mental math abilities through mathematical thinking and number sense. My strong liberal arts background has also given me great appreciation for and mastery of critical thinking, textual analysis, and articulate writing across subject areas. As a straight-A student my entire life, I hold myself and my students...

...PhD in sociology and being a teacher. Today, I am a PhD student in Public and Urban Policy at The New School, and I am adjunct professor at Hunter College at the City University of New York. I like to use my academic trajectory as an example of the fact that hard work can get a student anywhere. I love learning, which is why I love teaching and tutoring. I have taught students of a...

Hi, my name is Alyssa. I have been teaching and tutoring for approximately 2 1/2 years. I specialize in Reading, Language Arts, Writing, and standardized test prep. I have three New Jersey teaching certifications. ... While a student's academic ability and effort that they put into schoolwork is based on how much they care about their own education, the type of teacher that they have can make or break their desire to succeed. Whenever I think...

...friends. I have some research experience in high school, specifically in microbiology and material science. The academic subjects that I enjoy the most are science and math and have tutored the younger siblings of friends in such. When it comes to teaching, I find that a strong connection with the student is important, as well as recontextualizing the topic in terms of things that the student personally enjoys, whether it is games, or movies they...

...low-income students. I have volunteered with 826NYC, helping run creative writing workshops with elementary school students and providing homework help. I am currently a freelance writer and comedian in NYC. I have high energy and am very enthusiastic. I have no trouble keeping up with children of many energy levels and exceptional needs. As a tutor, I emphasize lesson plans and interactive work that fits the individual student. I believe that a student should be...

I am a pre-med sophomore at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, pursuing a B.S. in Biology and minoring in Biochemistry/Biophysics. My favorite subjects to tutor are Cell and Molecular Biology, AP Biology, Ecology, and Creative Writing! I have been a tutor for nearly 3 years and take great pride in helping others learn.

...education to their fullest extent in America, which is why understand the importance of a quality education. I enjoy learning new material and taking tests. I hoped to pass this on to my students and help them to succeed. I have experience working as tutor in college and I find it fulfilling to pass on my knowledge and skills to others. My goal is to go to medical school, where I am able to help...

...honestly say it is my dream job. Working with students and helping them reach their goals is what makes me so passionate about teaching. My goal is that each and every student who comes to me for help, walks away feeling prepared and empowered, to complete their academic journey on their own. Outside of teaching, I love superheroes! Anything Marvel related is for me. I also love reading and doing anything outside.

...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, I scored a 34 on the ACT English portion. On the October 2015 SAT exam, I scored a 660...

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.

...home and continued working with the youth at Huntington Learning Centers in Morristown,NJ; in October of 2020, I was recognized as Teacher of the Month. While I am interested in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English (reading and writing) and History. With certifications and training in Standardized Test Prep, I've loved working with students towards their goals and experiencing their growth first-hand! I have found the process to be so...

...school all the way to engineering school at NYU. I enjoy tutoring and teaching those who are interested in increasing their education and doing well in their studies. I have a passion for education and higher learning and with my skill set I would not want that talent to go to waste. In terms of subjects I feel as though I have the highest experience and expertise in teach in: Math (pre-algebra, geometry, trigonometry, algebra,...

I'm a Harvard graduate and a former high school science teacher with Teach for America. I'm in New York studying theater and voice but miss my science classes and students like crazy! I'm particularly strong in biology but also totally comfortable with chemistry, English and writing, social studies/history, and test prep. As a teacher my style is to help students discover the answers on their own, and become more confident in their ability to use...

...My expertise is primarily in the social sciences, but I'm very good at test taking and US history, and I I have also been involved with theater, public speaking, and creative writing for a large part of my life, and I enjoy sharing the knowledge that I've gained from these experiences as well; in fact, one of my favorite things to help people with is finding the best ways to communicate ideas both structurally and...

...learn in an encouraging, supportive, and inspiring way. I hold a Ph.D. in Philosophy and an M.F.A. in English, Literature, and Writing. I have published three books, and I have received scholarship grants, including a Fulbright Scholarship, from multiple countries. I have successfully taught English and Philosophy courses for five years in New York City universities, and my teaching evaluations are among the highest at each university. I love great books, good movies, traveling, and...

...and articles, and tutoring students in subjects such as physics, chemistry, math, English, and writing skills. I've also enjoyed helping students prepare for the college or grad school application process. As the recipient of tutoring myself as a high school student, I know firsthand the value that dedicated, passionate, and informed tutors can bring to students. I consider much of my academic success to be the result of great tutoring I've received in the past....