Award-Winning AP World History Tutors serving Plainfield, NJ

...guitar and flute. I have a passion for music and have been in several orchestras for over a decade. I apply the concept of playing an instrument to not only myself but the student, and to always seek self improvement. I also am a camp counselor in the summer and enjoy working with children. I have worked with children for five years and truly make a connection with many of them. I was responsible for...

...their students, rarely thinking about much other than teaching--especially in their first few years. (I know, because I became a first-time teacher.) When I began teaching, this knowledge spiraled me into a state of profound reflection. For the first time, I took seriously all of the pressures on this position--out of school political fighting, in school political fighting, funding shortages, etc. It was not clear to me at the time, but teachers do one of...

...nerds in college who loved the ten-page literary analysis essays! Literary analysis is important because the skill can be applied beyond literature. Of course it greatly aids in reading comprehension. But to learn to analyze literature is to learn to think critically, and to learn to defend an analysis in an essay is to learn to communicate effectively. More important than anything I've written so far, though, is my love for STUDENTS. Students are hands...

I graduated Allegheny College with a B.S. in Political Science and Computer science in 2014. Since then, I have worked at Citigroup and Brooklyn Law School as a programmer.

...and dedicated tutor with over 7 years of experience teaching English, History, and Creative Writing. My journey as an educator began out of a lifelong passion for literature and history, and I have transformed that passion into a personalized teaching philosophy. I believe in meeting each student where they are and guiding them forward with patience and insight. Over the years, I have worked with students of various ages and skill levels from middle school...

...I am constantly learning. I work every day to refine my craft. But, in order to do that, I had to discover my best learning method. During my years at Carnegie Mellon University, where I graduated with honors with a bachelors in English and a bachelors in Music, I worked as an after school tutor in the Pittsburgh area, helping students with difficult subjects. I discovered that it was less the student's inability to learn...

...to understand the student. It is not enough to know that they're struggling in a certain subject - I want to know what it will take get them through it. I have spent most of time as a student in Montreal, Canada, where I studied History and Journalism at French university Universit de Montral before jumping across the pond to London for a post-graduate degree in Fashion Journalism. I, therefore, tutor French and History, (or...

...of Northeastern University. There, I obtained a BS in Economics and Mathematics, and minored 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...

...written or verbal communication. When I began teaching, I emphasized to my students the importance of these skills, and assured them that the ability to read, write, speak, and listen proficiently would provide them access to opportunities and expand their conception of the world. My teaching reflects my belief that other writers can develop a strong sense of self-efficacy given encouragement and the resources to break down even complicated concepts. I view my job as...

...the Montessori tradition to the First grade. I attended a small Catholic school for grades 1-8, and I graduated high school from a top Catholic, college prep program. I completed my undergraduate degree in Colorado and my Graduate work was done in New Jersey. I have over 15 years experience teaching, tutoring, and advising students in writing and the humanities (and some social sciences) at the college level. I am a student focused educator who...

Professional structure and communicator. Makes lessons memorable, engaging, and effective.

I'm a graduate of Syracuse University (2003) with dual major in finance and marketing. My favorite subjects to tutor are History, Reading and English. My teaching philosophy is to put myself in the childs' shoes, to understand their strengths in the topic, and to be patient during each and every lesson. My hobbies include coaching basketball, playing golf, reading the Bible, and helping others.

...tutor in a wide variety of areas. Most recently I have worked full time as a chess tutor for elementary school through middle school age groups. Professionally I have worked as a TV writer and advertising copywriter. I hope to use what I have learned as a professional writer to help my students improve in their writing and reading comprehension. In addition to this I have experience working as a tutor both for essay writing...

...with a Bachelor's degree from Oberlin College, I have over three years of experience tutoring elementary school students in English. My teaching philosophy emphasizes creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel valued and inspired to explore their potential. I strive to foster a love for reading and writing through interactive lessons that resonate with their interests, making the learning process both enjoyable and impactful. Witnessing my students grow in confidence and skill...

...student at Hunter College working towards my Art History Masters. I received my BA at Eugene Lang College and studied American Theater History. Since graduation, I have worked as an EMT, I've worked on political campaigns, worked at the Met Opera, and lived in New York City. I am interested in tutoring anything in the Humanities, any of the Liberal Arts, though my strength is in History, given that is the area of my studies....

Hello there! :) My name is Sophia, a tutor with more than 5 years of experience. With me, classes will be filled with fun, lots of conversation, and activities to make your journey with languages (Spanish and English) or diverse subjects the best one possible! I can't wait to meet you.

...at SUNY University at Albany majoring in educational psychology. I have been tutoring for over 4 years and 2 years with Varsity Tutors. I tutor almost all subjects from maths, English, science, and history in grades K-11. I love to tutor because it gives me the experience I need to be a teacher and for every student, I want them to excel and understand what they struggle in and come out on top!

...long-hours devoted to assignments and preparation, but no small part owes to the way my mind learns. My mind is suited to books and the classroom, and this is a convenience for which I am very fortunate. I recognize, however, that every mind learns in its own way---a reality that institutional education cannot accommodate. I make it my priority to determine what methods of demonstration and motivation are best suited to every student I work...

...where I go into middle school classes and stress the importance of fire safety. I also volunteer with Peer Health Exchange, an organization that delivers 9th graders health seminars to those that may not receive health class in high school. Lastly, I volunteered at Rockefeller University Science OutReach Lab where I instruct middle/high school students basic science laboratory techniques and share some of my college experience. I look forward to sharing my knowledge in a...

...student at Cornell University. I am studying computer science in the College of Engineering. I have been tutoring in all subjects since 9th grade, mostly computer science and mathematics and SAT. My teaching philosophy is based on hands-on learning, and the motto of 'practice makes perfection'. The more you face the problem head on and break it into smaller pieces, the easier the problem becomes to solve. In my spare time, I like to go...