Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...help in drafting their college essays, or to just improve the quality of their high school, middle school, or elementary school writing capacities. Finally, I was a volunteer ESL teacher for six years, teaching grammar and conversation. As a tutor, I do not feel complete until I am confident that my student fully understands the concepts at issue. I take very seriously the responsibility that it is my job to convey the material (obviously with students...

...reading and homework help for Elementary and Middle School students, as well as essay writing for high schools. I have about five years of experience working as a tutor (mainly for young folks!) in NYC, more than 10 years of care giving experience, and truly love working with students. I'm a NYU Tisch Grad with a degree in drama and a minor in business; I graduated with high honors from Tisch with a final GPA...

...that the "sky should be my stepping stone rather than my limit;" I take this philosophy with me everywhere I go even the classroom. In my experience, most students have distinct learning styles and identities so I strive to be innovative and adapt the subject to their individual learning style. It's very fulfilling when I see students I tutor, succeed or pass their exams. My teaching style and pedagogy is primarily learner centered. In my...

...looking to sharpen an essay for a college application, or striving to become a stronger writer, I'm here to guide them every step of the way. I believe every student possesses a unique skill set, and unfortunately, many schools rely on 'one-size-fits-all' methods that don't always highlight each student's strong suits. My goal is simple: to identify strengths and weaknesses in order to bring confidence, precision, and enjoyment to every student I work with. Learning...

...in San Antonio who now lives in New York City. I love my two cats Pher Pher and Hobbes. I love to cook, run, and sing! I'd also love to help you ace your classes. I understand how challenging certain subjects can be as someone who had to overcome a learning disability myself. I want to help you clear your own hurdles. I like to have fun in the class and be creative with learning...

...new ideas and perspectives, improving interactions with others, stimulating conversations, and promoting on-the-job and daily life problem solving. I became a professional Tutor after several years as an Academic Writing Editor for undergraduate and graduate students. Since I began tutoring with Varsity in December of 2016, I have expanded my expertise to include all pre-school, elementary and junior-high level subjects. My focus remains on writing, reading and literary subjects when teaching high school, higher education,...

...bilingual, Polish being my first language, and proficient in Spanish. I plan on taking a gap year out of college to study for the GRE before committing to a graduate school, ideally to further my study of economics. While I plan on developing a career in economics, psychology is a bit of a passion of mine. As off-putting as this may seem, books on criminal profiling and serial killers make up the bulk of my...

...simple to understand concepts for communicating with the public. I came to public service by way of Manhattan Community Board 4, where I served from 2010 to 2016. I was chosen to be co-chair of the Transportation committee, and elected Second Vice Chair of the board. I am the former Vice President and current board member of the Chelsea Hell's Kitchen Coalition for Pedestrian Safety (CHEKPEDS). During a previous professional life in communications, I worked...

...and elementary age students in a variety of subjects. I also mentored a High Schooler for two summers in the biological laboratory that I previously worked in, and am currently mentoring five undergraduates in the lab that I am pursuing my masters in. I am comfortable tutoring in a variety of subjects and have experience in biology, math, history, and English. I believe that to help a student succeed it is first essential to ensure...

...I specialize in writing and text analysis skills for middle and early high school students. I can also support older students in test prep and AP courses. I'm passionate about helping young people build their confidence in ELA so that they can find their voice and advocate for themselves as engaged learners. In addition to classroom teaching, I've spent years as an ESL tutor, Big Sister with Big Brother and Big Sisters of America, a...

...the Arts in English Literature with a Politics minor. While at Oberlin, I served as Editor-in-Chief of the school's alternative weekly newspaper, and worked in its writing center. Working with students to improve their essays was one of my favorite parts of college and I'm excited to be back at it. Since graduating, I've worked for Oberlin's Office of Communications, written for two alternative weeklies (Cleveland's Scene and Portland's Willamette Week) and an app (Countable.us),...

...have experience both as a classroom teacher and tutor. While I enjoy teaching a wide range of content and skills, I am most passionate about Social Studies and English Language Arts. I hope to inspire a new generation of learners and to impart enthusiasm and curiosity to my students through collaboration and meaningful engagement. I believe that every child is entitled to academic success. And most of all, I believe that learning can be, and...

...college, I worked for various tutoring companies. At the same time, I completed hundreds of observational hours in various public schools with various grades. These observation hours all focused on various subjects and a lot of reflecting was done. I also completed 300 hours of student teaching in a private school with gifted Pre- Kindergarten aged children. With all of this experience at hand, I applied for an assistant teaching position at Strong Place For...

...speech with positive reinforcement. I enjoy tutoring English Language, reading, phonics and writing skills with all children to progress them forward and help with their difficult areas of these subjects. I feel it is required worldwide in all careers as it is world spoken and renown. No child should be left behind in education and knowledge in all areas and aspects as it is a great asset in life. I also enjoy to teach English...

...when things get difficult. It is my goal to help students not only achieve success but to enjoy themselves while they get there. I am passionate about sharing my love for history with others and seek to illustrate that history is not a dead thing, that it is far more than names and dates in a textbook. I strive to share how history is still alive and how the stories that encompass it can be...

...majored in theater and psychology, which both emphasize connecting with other people. This skill is also essential in tutoring. My mother is Argentine and my father is from the United States, and I am fluent in Spanish and English. Having parents from two different countries has also ensured I am comfortable around different cultures and types of people. I'm excited to work with you and your families! Let me know if you have any other...

...University studying biological sciences. I aim to one day go to medical school, however, I enjoy teaching and working with students. I am proficient in general chemistry, biology, and algebra/calculus, as well as writing strong essays and research reports. Overall, I have been known to be approachable and easygoing, and as a student who has struggled in school, I understand the necessity of being patient and understanding. Furthermore, I am welcome to share tips and...

...passionate about history, literature, and all humanities and social studies subjects. I am also a creative writer (mainly a historical novelist) and love to edit and give feedback other writers' work. I have extensive research and writing experience through my coursework in history, comparative literature, English, and philosophy at Columbia. I received departmental honors in both the History and Comparative Literature & Society departments, and one of my senior theses, "Cities of Defeat: Spanish Civil...

...Iowa Writers' Workshop. I received my undergraduate degree from Wesleyan University, where I majored in a program that combined history, philosophy, and literature. Since graduating college in 2013, I've taught ESL in Valparaiso, Chile, worked as a substitute teacher and after school educator in Philadelphia, and mentored young writers in Iowa City. For me, learning isn't just about gaining specific knowledge and skills. It's about the excitement that comes from encountering new things, and about...

Every student has the unique ability to learn and be curious, and I enjoy discovering what motivates my students and how I can best inspire them to succeed. "Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death." Albert Einstein