Award-Winning AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Newark, NJ

...US Government and Politics, US History, and World History (Modern). I have worked with numerous students for each and am thoroughly familiar with the curricula and the exams. I am especially interested in helping students see, very concretely, how deeply ideas shape our world; and in improving their spoken and written expression. I also work occasionally with college students - for select philosophy (usually modern European philosophy) and political science (American constitutional law) courses. Last,...

...college admissions process and all its challenges, including AP tests, the PSAT, the SAT, and application essays. What motivates me is the success of my tutees. Everybody needs help once in a while, and there is no greater feeling than finally understanding a concept you have been struggling with. I understand that no two people learn in the same way, so I emphasize flexibility in my teaching. With some dedication, there is truly no subject...

...of observing the administration and grading of the English Regents Exam. As President and Co-Founder of the Stony Brook Book Club, I led weekly discussions and created a comfortable and intellectually stimulating environment. As a teaching assistant in the Massapequa Public Schools Summer Music Program, I taught students new skills and concepts while encouraging their continued growth. I believe that every student can find a book he enjoys and with the right practice, can express...

Hi my name is Grace, I'm a sophomore in Vassar college right now. I'm currently a psych major with an English minor as well as premed. I've been tutoring since my second year of high school and enjoy it immensely. I've tutored kids from elementary school all the way to high school. The subject I'm particularly confident in are English/Reading, but I also enjoy SAT and ACT math, psychology, and biology!

...Boston University. Since then, curiosity and learning have proven incredibly empowering for me. Language and reading, especially, have inspired moments of expression, creativity, and self-worth. Mastery of history shapes the way I see and believe in the world. We are all equipped with special skills and it's exciting to uncover how we best understand a variety of subjects. I can't wait to cultivate that feeling with students across the continuum of learning.

I graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a BSBA degree in Economics & Strategy and Marketing. I am a Paralegal during the day with strong writing skills and am planning to attend law school next year. I've worked with kids the past 4 summers and am experienced in tutoring from elementary to the college level!

...as a teaching assistant for graduate level theory courses as well. I have participated in the School for Criticism and Theory at Dartmouth, and, generally, I have very strong teaching recommendations. A number of my students from this semester asked if I were available to teach English 152 following its precursor, English 111. Currently, I am teaching a section of World Literature: The Evolving Canon at CUNY (Brooklyn). I would be happy to share student...

...test date I had signed up for, I had been doing test preparation for months, and had gotten a PSAT score of 1100 in October of my Sophomore Year of high school. I currently have a 3.5 GPA here at Montclair, and although I perform in all of my classes, my strong suits are Psychology and English. Although I have specific strengths, I am willing to help with anything a student is looking for assistance...

...and worked as a freelance English Editor of resumes, college application essays, cover letters and more. As a tutor, I am always looking for new fun and creative ways to engage students in the material, to help them see the ins and outs of how language is put together whether its a sentence or a five-paragraph persuasive essay. My academic background in linguistics and comparative literature provide not only a grounding in the English language...

...taught me that not all students learn the same way, but that all students can learn--and enjoy learning--with the right approach for them. Even prepping for standardized tests becomes rewarding when students start to see results. In my spare time I enjoy reading (of course), crossword puzzles, photography, running, and playing with my dog, who I am trying to teach to run with me (he refuses to read or do crosswords, but poses nicely for...

...but when I was younger, I sometimes found school tricky and needed extra help. I used to be shy about having a tutor, but I soon learned how awesome it was to have someone there to help me understand things better and boost my confidence. Now, I love being that person for others! I've tutored in subjects like reading, math, science, and even helped students get ready for the ACT. I've also spent the past...

...and articles. This work allows me to utilize my talent and passion for language and literature, as well as my passion for education. As an editor, I help enable esteemed scholars and academics craft their written work to make their specialized knowledge available and accessible to educators and students. Some of my past collaborative efforts have resulted in the successful publication of scholarly articles, books, textbooks, dissertations, collections of plays, essays, translations, and short stories....

...such as 9th grade Writing honors, 9th grade English, 10th grade English, 11th grade English honors, AP English Literature. Most recently, I was The Director of Secondary Literacy Curriculum, grades 5-12 for KIPP NJ and am transitioning to Dream Charter High School as Academic Dean, an assistant principal position. I am committed to helping all students learn. Additionally, I believe that education is a civil right and that all students are capable of mastering content,...

...BFA in acting and was part of the honors program, in which I wrote two large research papers and several shorter papers. I have always been commended for my writing and my grasp of literature. I have lots of experience working with kids, both as a babysitter and as an arts teacher. I am well-read and am excellent with spelling, grammar, writing, and literary comprehension and analysis. I love learning and want to inspire this...

...in Computer Science. I completed three co-ops in quantitative roles and worked as an Implementation Consultant following my graduation. I am most passionate about Finance, Philosophy, and Psychology. As a tutor, I believe it is vital to put myself in the shoes of the student, in order to understand where the gap in knowledge is. I thoroughly enjoy learning and helping others. In my spare time, I appreciate meditation, photography, hiking, and tennis.

I am a chemical engineering student at Cornell University. I enjoy learning math and science and want to share my passion for these subjects. I have experience working as a sleep-away camp counselor and enjoyed those summers. I also have prior tutoring experience at the high school level.

...students excel in all subjects. Oddly enough, I have always enjoyed standardized tests and love seeing students become comfortable with the form. I believe that learning is almost always a matter of crafting things that we already know together into new formats, and I love coming alongside students to aid in that process. Aside from studying, babysitting, and tutoring, you can find me cooking, reading, running, and humbly trying to grow houseplants.

I am a first year at the University of Virginia majoring in Computer Science.

...have over 7 years of experience tutoring academics, martial arts (15 years), and even professional e-sports teams. I will find a way to help you improve, regardless of age! Outside of tutoring I am an entrepreneur working on growing my businesses. Remember, pain is weakness leaving the body; no pain, no gain. (I am also a freelance digital marketer/advertiser & audio engineer that has grown small businesses to over six figures profit)

...both Special Education and English in a high school setting. I have worked with students of various economic levels to prepare them for college and entrance exams. Working with my students individual needs, they have made excellent strides in critical thinking skills and practical writing pieces. I view education as the great equalizer, giving people from various backgrounds opportunities to grow and further enrich themselves. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, reading and spending...