Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Bergen County, NJ

...own knowledge. I love sciences and math; studying as to be a Doctor of Pharmacy, I have already gained much experience and knowledge of Chemistry and other sciences as well as Maths. My teaching style is very interactive; I help the students to learn how to solve a problem and every other problem similar to it. I do not focus on only the problem at hand, instead I focus on all aspects that could be...

...have also had experience tutoring the SAT, as well as helping high school juniors and seniors with their college application process and essay writing. Throughout the years I've been a student, I've had many teachers and tutors, both good and bad. My personal philosophy is to respect my students and engage with them on their terms, and to foster a sense of purpose and positive attitude towards whatever I'm tutoring. I believe that a positive...

...abroad in Paris before receiving my Bachelor's degree in 2011. I am currently studying French Literary Translation at NYU and looking forward to visiting those sweet pastry shops of Paris again. I have tutored for about five years now and I enjoy it very much. I took quite a few AP classes in high school, so I understand how fast-paced some classes are and how overwhelming that can be for the student. I believe in...

...of development. My philosophy for learning is knowing the basics well. Without understanding the basics well enough, it will be difficult to grasp more complex ideas. An example would be general biology, it is important to know how cells work because it will help a student understand how tissues work and go further into organs and then organ systems and lastly an organism. Through hard work and a commitment to understand the material, students can...

I believe helping people is universally beneficial. It is contagious to help those who have helped you in your life and I aim to instill motivation and resilience in students who find learning tedious and overwhelming. Education is most imperative in life and it must be nurtured meticulously. ... I ask the student what their biggest strengths and weaknesses are first, and then I ask how they study on their own and learn their habits. Following...

...my language skills. While in France I took a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification course which involved private tutoring sessions with young French students (between the ages 8 and 17). I am very passionate about French as well as teaching, and I aspire to be a French professor after graduating. I am fully prepared to help anyone from the lowest level to a very advanced one, with the language (reading, writing, speaking)...

...for a year over my junior in College which formed an amazing foundation for my majoring in French, besides languages and literature, I am lover of math, science and business. I do have a masters in business which I received from Columbia Business School in New York City. My experience and skills go beyond what I may be able to express here and do hope to have the opportunity to work with as many students...

...degree. I taught health education to middle school students and also worked as a tutor for Columbia Athletics. As such, I feel very confident tutoring a wide-range of students, in both their abilities and ages. While I am confident in tutoring a wide-variety of subjects, science is my passion and I have a great love of biology. As a student, I always enjoyed learning most through examples and case studies, and when appropriate, I enjoy...

...B.A. in environmental biology, I've worked as an educator at an aquarium and also at a Pre-K. I hope to spread the wonders of science and the natural world to those I encounter in the future, whether that be as a teacher, outdoor educator, or writer. I'm passionate about writing stories, creating and listening to music, and finding the beauty in everyday interactions. I hope to inspire students about the course material, which I believe...

...Bachelors of Science degree from Fordham University majoring in Business Administration. At Brooklyn Technical High School, I was on the Math Team and actively participated in many competitions, such as the AMC and the Moody's Mega Math Challenge. During my high school and college years, I tutored math and taught piano. I currently teach classical piano privately. As a tutor, I can relate to the mind of the student and explain concepts using everyday terms...

...I love working with kids of all ages. Their ability to soak up information and improve is inspiring, and their energy makes work not feel like work. I believe that all students are capable of academic success and that sometimes all it takes is a novel approach. This is why it is important to understand the unique learning style of each student. I'm looking forward to getting to work at Varsity Tutors and helping students...

...Taiwanese school children to conducting workshops at Brown University. Throughout my education, I tutored students in a variety of academic disciplines. I am most passionate about psychology, statistics, and writing, and also enjoy helping students learn how to be better test takers. In my experience, preparing for Standardized Tests such as the SAT and ACT can be empowering. By ensuring that students master both the content and format of the test, they will be able...

...in the arts has taught me to be a more critical observer - I see where students struggle with problems and am able to focus my attention on these areas. I particularly love tutoring in writing and critical reading focusing on deeper textual analysis and comprehension. I am also able to encourage a very systematic and manageable approach to mathematics based on logically deconstructing every problem. I always try to draw on students' passions which...

...even preparing and teaching a handful of classes. As an engineer I've always enjoyed math and science, but understanding their applications is truly what has inspired me. My goal in tutoring is to uncover the power of math and physics to my students. I also understand the balance between school and fun. A student athlete my whole life, I know that studying smarter rather than longer is one of the keys to academic success.

I have been tutoring students of all ages for almost a decade. Working one on one and in small groups is something I am very comfortable with, and something I enjoy. I work with each student to find individual strategies to improve.

...foundational skills, preparing for school exams and standardized tests, and enhancing reading & writing skills. During that time, I also ran an English as a Second Language education program for adults looking to improve their language skills. Currently, I am a middle school teacher specializing in work with English language learners, and am working towards my teacher certification with a concentration in TESOL. Stemming from my education and experience, I am deeply interested in environmental...

...American History, Calculus, and Astronomy extensively. My areas of tutoring expertise include SAT test prep in all three sections (math, writing, and critical reading), PSAT test prep, US History, high school Algebra, Public Speaking, and Essay Writing. I particularly enjoy helping students hone their writing skills, guiding them to uncover a more personalized style within a cohesive and effective structure. Outside of tutoring, I am an actress, singer, and dancer who enjoys running, frequenting coffee...

...with concentrations in cellular and molecular biology with genetics. During my enrollment, I participated in graduate level classes at the medical school, participated in on-campus research, and completed my studies after just 3 years. I've always had a love for biology but that is not my only area of specialty. Math studies from elementary levels through calculus are one of my strong points as well. I believe that with my tutoring, as well as my...

...my B.A. in History and Education while playing four years of college rugby. After graduating from Providence, I took my first teaching job in Austin Texas.I have spent the past two years completing my M.Ed in Secondary Education from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. I first began tutoring elementary students when I was in High School, and quickly learned that I loved both teaching and working with children. Over the course...

...tutored thus far. Here are some of my achievements in the math and science department: I have scored in the top 10% in Chemistry I in the New Jersey Science League (NJSL) and first place in the state in Biology II; was a semi-finalist in the United States of America Biology Olympiad (USABO) and have qualified for the United States of America Mathematical Olypiad (USAMO). I have also spent some summers working at a math...