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

...obtained outstanding scores of 770 (98% national) and 800 (SAT Subject Test for Math Level 2). I also obtained a perfect score in the SAT Subject Test for Spanish. Additionally, I am working on becoming a certified actuarial professional and I will do a master's program in actuarial science in 2013. I have passed an examination on probabilistic analysis and another on financial mathematics from the Society of Actuaries. Additionally, I have pretty solid computer...

...for bringing about genuine interest and appreciation of the educational material being disseminated. Remaining sincerely enthusiastic about mathematics along with demonstrating patience and caring ensures my students' willingness and desire to be educated. Each and every one of my students is given personal attention and dedication while providing clear structure and direction to guide their learning. By investigation, trial and error, and other student-based activities, students will discover the truth, logic, and joy of mathematics...

Non-traditional Premed applicant. B.S. in Biology at Ramapo College of New Jersey. Pursing higher education with a passion for teaching.... I believe a fundamental goal of teaching is to inspire curiosity and genuine interest in subject matter. There are many ways to teach and to learn, and an effective teacher is familiar with more than one.... Make the student feel at ease, especially if this is their first time being tutored. After that, figure out what...

When I was in 8th grade, I was struggling with pre-algebra (I couldn't seem to wrap my head around distance/rate/time problems). I found myself loathing a class I had once loved. I started working with a tutor and going from barely getting by to being successful in that class was a very fulfilling feeling that I hope to continue to pass on to others.... The best teachers are always trying to learn as well.... Get to...

...understanding of content by guiding them through the thought process and gradually releasing responsibility. I work to help students gain a better understanding of material by engaging students by using visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic learning techniques. I can work with students in grades K-8 to improve: reading, writing, math, phonics, history, science, and study skills. I find guiding students to success to be a truly rewarding experience, and I believe I can help improve...

...as well as students that have consistently struggled to succeed in math. These students have reported that working with me felt empowering, challenging, and fun. Their parents confirmed that getting their kids to meet with me was never a struggle because they looked forward to our sessions. When I am not focusing on education, I spend time coaching professionals and consulting in digital marketing. In my spare time I enjoy watching/playing soccer, boxing, creating my...

...I received my Bachelor in Chemical Engineering. Since graduation, I have been living in the United States where I finished my Associate in Sciences focused in Mathematics at Union County College. I have been working at the Academic Learning Center of this college for about two years and have tutored different levels of Mathematics and Spanish. My experience as a tutor has been incredible. I enjoy working with students who care about their education. It...

...grad school and while doing neuroscience research. I love tutoring one-on-one because I can get to know students and gear the lessons toward their interests, which helps them learn more quickly, retain new skills better, and enjoy the tutoring sessions more. I particularly enjoy teaching science, writing, and test prep. With test prep I've found that supplemental work on fundamental skills helps students improve their scores much more than working through a test prep book...

I am a motivated and dedicated student who is looking to help similar-minded students achieve their academic goals.... I believe that patience and understanding is the key to teaching students. One can never rush learning, as students need to have a solid foundation before learning new concepts.... I would figure out what kind of learner they are and how best to help them achieve their goals, in addition to finding out how much they already know.

...20 years. I presently teach College Mathematics and Unix Shell Programming at Fairleigh Dickinson University and Computer Concepts at Montclair State University. I have a Masters Degree in Comp Sci from FDU and a Bachelor of Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology. I am a scout leader and a multi-sport coach with lacrosse being my specialty. While I believe academia is a serious business, I like to have fun while teaching. Somehow all my stories...

...of 6th graders both English and Social Studies. Now as I work in New York City, I like to work one-on-one with students on a variety of subjects such as math, literature, and writing. I believe that individualized instruction is the best way to help struggling students "catch-up" and push on-level students even further. In my free time, I enjoy reading (especially young adult fiction and fantasy novels), cooking, practicing yoga, and even playing video...

...have been working as a tutor in WPUNJ Science Enrichment Center for the past two years, teaching all the core undergraduate classes for Biology majors as well as Pre-Nursing classes. Working, school, and many part time jobs have kept me busy for the past few years. Currently I am studying for MCAT, ultimately my goal is to enter the medical field particularly Neurology. I enjoy all sports, basketball, and weight lifting is what I most...

I am working towards two degrees for Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics. Currently I am attending Rutgers University in New Brunswick. I had the pleasure of tutoring Calculus 1 to my fellow peers during my freshmen year of college, and ultimately math is my favorite subject to tutor. Being patient is key to succeeding as both a student and a mentor and I believe practicing problems often enough is a great way to understand them.

...a private college preparatory school. While I tutor in many different areas, I would say that my passion lies in helping students learn how to read, as well as creative and persuasive writing. It is in these areas that I have had the most success--as well as the most fun-- teaching both academic students as well as those preparing for entrance exams such as the ACT and SAT. I love being able to impact my...

...to tutor is the English Language Arts because I love being able to help students develop and practice strong and effective communication skills. My tutoring style involves holding an open discussion with my students, figuring out their individual needs, asking productive questions and letting them figure out the answers, outlining their goals, and coaching them through a step-by-step process towards achieving those goals. I motivate my students with kindness and professionalism while providing honest instructional...

...extensive knowledge in Math and Science, as well as English as a Second Language (ESL) and Spanish. My teaching experiences include educating adults preparing for licensing and certification in various medical fields, including Phlebotomy, EKG monitoring, Certified Nursing Aide, and Patient Care Technicians. I also have experience educating children in middle school and high school in science, math, ESL and Spanish. I look forward to working with you and helping you reach your academic goals.

...admission essays, and with kindergartners in the Junior Achievement program. I enjoy working with children and finding creative ways for them to learn the material and to try to inspire a desire to learn by making learning fun for them. I also really enjoy teaching general chemistry, because I find the material fascinating. When I tutor a student, I don't just give them the answers, but rather I guide them to the answers. It is...

...and have recently graduated from Cooper Union with a degree in civil engineering. I have over five years of professional tutoring experience in standardized tests, mathematics of all levels, physics, and more. I strive to make learning fun, comprehensive, and engaging. My method is to ensure that students understand the fundamentals and gradually progress to more challenging problems to provide students with a complete grasp of the subject and empower them for future study. My...

...Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. Since graduation, I have tutored students primarily in the core from elementary to middle school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Science, Math, and History. In my experience, helping students needing to improve through a new fun approach. School is already very structured, so I like to take the learning to a more fun approach. We can also prepare for Standardized Tests, etc....

...higher level math concepts by interspersing history, music, drama, creative arts, sports, literature, and film. An appearance on Who Wants to be a Millionaire has helped fuel student interest in knowing how one subject area affects another. I think this helps dispel the notion that math is all dry numbers and theory. My style in the classroom is very similar to my tutoring style. I listen, I observe, I plan accordingly. I have been able...