Award-Winning College Essays Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

I graduated from The College of Staten Island with a Bachelors Degree in History. I also completed courses concerning secondary education (grades 7-12), sociology, English literature, and many various history classes. I have classroom and tutoring experience with students of all ages from K-12. I was a teacher's assistant for grades 6-12, and have also tutored for an after school program on Staten Island for students of all ages. I am also experienced in college...

I am a current student at Washington University in St. Louis following the pre-medical track. I plan on majoring in Biology Neuroscience with a possible minor in Mathematics. I currently work as a student assistant in a Neuroanatomical lab at Washington University Medical School. I also participate in public health and community service organizations on campus. I have served as a tutor to various age groups ranging from first graders to my peers in college....

I went to the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio where I earned my bachelor's in Comparative Literature. During my time at Wooster I studied abroad in Paris and Kenya, took many writing courses, child development courses, and completed a 90 page thesis on the study of literature as a tool in children's therapy. I am currently working at City Year New York and am tutoring 6th and 7th graders in English and math. I...

I've always had a huge passion for theatre, but even some of my friends don't know that I also love math, art history, and writing! I earned my BA at Boston College and my MFA at The Boston Conservatory. My masters program was a dual performance and teaching degree which provided a pedagogical point of view and the opportunity to be a teaching assistant. I tutor several math subjects, including geometry, algebra I and II,...

...for me to explore concepts of empathy and human difference, which has then helped me further my study of psychology and interact with the world in a sensitive manner. Through studying psychology, I have developed an understanding of people through a strong grasp of the scientific method. I use this love of people and words to help others find the importance of empathy, potential, and patience, both in my teaching and writing. I deeply believe...

I have consistently been drawn to leadership positions where I can help others because I am a firm believer in the importance of seeking help when it is needed. In high school, I always found myself aiding my peers with their math homework, and reviewing essays for clarity and correct grammar. I was always complemented on how patient and specific my feedback was. Now, as I study theater direction at a prestigious university, I put...

I graduated from Georgia Tech in May 2015 with a B.S. in Global Economics and Modern Languages. Throughout my four years in university, I worked as a nanny for a family in Atlanta with 3 children, aged 3 through 12, and tutored them and assisted with homework. I also volunteered at an after school program for underprivileged kids called Atlanta Union Mission where I worked with small groups of elementary, middle, and high school students...

Nothing succeeds like success! I will help you build on your successes as you reach your goals. I have taught history and expository writing to students at some of the best area colleges for many years. I'm passionate about helping students gain the tools and confidence they need to succeed. I'm also a parent, so I know first-hand both the frustration of homework struggles and the joy of accomplishment. I'm a PhD candidate in history...

A writer and screenwriter in the West Village, Jordan has written for Grantland, The Awl, AOL News, and on a 30 for 30 short film.

Hi Tutees! I just moved to Brooklyn and I am doing a year of service with AmeriCorps working in legal aid for low-income New Yorkers. I have been teaching and tutoring for about three years now and have worked with students on a wide range of ages. Last year, I worked as a Hebrew School tutor for third graders, teaching bible, Hebrew language and Jewish holidays. Additionally, I have been studying Hebrew and Arabic language...

I love education and especially teaching. I have been tutoring since my undergrad where I taught conversational English to foreign students. I decided to pursue this further by obtaining a TEFL certification and going to teach English in Istanbul, Turkey. I also have a bachelor's degree in science and a master's degree in a social science from an Ivy League University My educational background has provided me with a great background to teach a variety...

...to conceive, compose, proofread, and revise these essays. At Portsmouth Abbey, I learned that a teacher must make every effort to enter a student's intellectual world, to meet the student on his or her own terms. I have found a good sense of humor my most useful tool in this endeavor; laughter creates comfort. Moreover, comedy stimulates the intellect, as it appeals to reason (that is, if you're laughing at a joke, that means you've...

I am a recent graduate of Haverford College, where I majored in Psychology and minored in Health Studies. I am interested in educational and social psychology, and would like to go back to school to get a PhD in clinical psychology. In my spare time, I enjoy going on long runs, reading Russian novels, and attending Broadway shows. Through my five previous years of tutoring middle school, high school, and college students, I saw firsthand...

I have an M.F.A in Creative Writing from Adelphi University and a B.S. in English Education from NYU. While attending school, I worked with graduate and undergraduate students on their college writing assignments. Prior to this, I was a 7th grade English teacher working with younger pupils on grammatical structure. I think it is important for students to have confidence and feel relaxed in their approach to writing. The best way to improve in writing...

I am a graduate of Amherst College where I received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Spanish Literature. Since graduating I've worked as a paralegal in a corporate law firm and a freelance translator. Before that I worked as a teacher during my summers in college instructing adolescents from both upscale and low-income neighborhoods. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects I'm most passionate about Spanish, History, and Literature. In my experience,...

Hi, I am a Biomedical Science major who will be starting NYU College of Dental Medicine in the fall. I first started tutoring in college and have continued to do so. My favorite subjects to tutor are Biology and Math. I enjoy tutoring because I am able to share my knowledge with students to help them succeed. Also, students help me along the way to become a better tutor. Other than being a tutor, I...

I believe that any subject can be made fun and relevant through meaningful examples and a hands-on approach! I especially love English, History, and Psychology and enjoy problem-solving for test prep (SAT, GRE). Currently I am pursuing my doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and my training thus far has taught me the value of appreciating others’ perspectives and finding innovative ways to learn and teach. After graduating from Northwestern four years ago, I spent time abroad...

I attended Mamaroneck High School and graduated as a member of the National Honor Society. From there, I went to Emerson College to pursue my BFA in Writing, Literature, and Publishing where I took several intensive literature, analytical writing, creative writing, and public speaking courses. My concentration was in fiction writing and analysis. I also minored in Marketing Communications where I studied social media marketing and web analytics. At both institutions, I was able to...

I recently graduated from Washington and Lee University with a BA in English and a minor in Mathematics. My academics interests are all across the board, and as a result, I love tutoring a wide variety of subjects including English grammar and composition, all levels of math, standardized test prep (the perfect combination of math and English!), and French. I began tutoring my fellow students in high school and continued all throughout college. I have...

I've recently completed my Bachelor's degree in English literature at Hunter College. Through the course of my studies I've not only learned to appreciate literature from different times and places, but also to respect and understand the views and philosophies of critics and peers. This has effected my personal and professional relationships in a way that nothing else could have. I've learned to take other points of view into account, as well as constantly shift...