Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in New Jersey

...establish trust through patient listening and by recognizing each success that is achieved. My experience has shown me how to provide additional levels of increasingly difficult challenges so the student acquires confidence in themselves and their abilities. A well-designed course of study sets the learner up for "wins" that keep them coming back for more. I vary my teaching methods according to the individual student, the nature of the material and the individual ways the...

...is this drive that allows me to pursue my passions, both academically and socially, and to be successful in both. I find that my greatest happiness comes in the form of little victories such as a good grade on an exam, or making a friend laugh! Its because of this that I really slow down and try to appreciate every passing moment because I believe every moment has the potential to be life changing.... I strive...

...not always come easily to me. My tutoring style comes from the many great teachers who I learned from as well as techniques I developed to make these difficult subjects not only manageable but FUN! Long word problems and many formulas can often seem overwhelming. I show students how to take a deep breath and break down long problems into their constituent parts so that solutions and concepts become easy. Most of my tutoring has...

...It is this principal that drives me as an educator; as a teacher and tutor I am entrusted with the privilege of sharing the gift of culture, conversation and critical-thinking. I have been a primary school dual language teacher in New York City for the past 4 years. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics from Georgetown University and a Master's Degree in Education from Hunter College, which I received through the New York City...

...disabilities. In addition I hold a Bachelor of Communications in Writing Arts. While at Rowan I had the opportunity to work with a wide array of students at the elementary level, each with unique learning styles and preferences. On top of my elementary experience I also have tutored college, and ESL students in the area of writing. I am most passionate about language arts and literacy, as I have found that if a student is...

...School District, where I believe I learned all the fundamental study skills to carry me successfully through my following years to come. When I obtain my B.S. from Rutgers, I plan to go on and eventually get a Master's and Ph.D. My favorite and strongest subjects are math and the sciences. Because of my background in high school and major in college, I have plenty of experience with Calculus I through IV, Biology, Physics, and...

...of Pennsylvania (honors), and I am currently pursuing my PhD in Psychology. I have taught as a tutor and college professor for three years at local institutions like Temple and Drexel. I am currently a research assistant at Columbia, UPenn, and Yale, where I enjoy discovering strategies for optimum educational performance. Besides these things, I personally enjoy making challenging concepts simple, and I am good at helping people find their own best learning style. Finally,...

...level. I have also volunteered as a tutor for underprivileged middle school and high school students. I am comfortable tutoring those who are gifted as well as those with learning disabilities. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but am most passionate about Computer Science, Math, and Test Prep. These are all subjects in which a student can feel completely lost or stuck. In my experience, the small steps which can easily be gained in...

...math teacher today because of her inspiration. Being a teacher makes me further realize that it is very difficult to give individual attention to students in large classes. I would love to help you in your math subject whether your goal is to pass the class or if you want to challenge yourself. I have a bachelor's degree in Childhood Education from St. John's University and a master's degree in Special Education from the College...

...subjects from advanced Spanish to essay writing to the environmental sciences. With several years of teaching experience both at the university level and on an individual basis, I always try to adapt my techniques to students' abilities so that they are more enthused and able to understand, soak-in, and recall the information. During lessons, I usually prepare items in advance and work in conjunction with student and client goals for advancing within their discipline area...

...subjects. Over these past two years, I have taught general English and ESL in the inner city of Providence. After school, I tutor students who are at risk or are currently failing, and before school, I offer supplementary SAT help to our school's most advanced students. Now, I am seeking teaching positions for writing as I transition to graduate school next year at Columbia University for fiction. My entire academic career has focused on meaning...

...teaching American Law at the University of Oregon; teaching a GRE prep class at American University; and SAT prep at a nonprofit for underprivileged kids in Philadelphia. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I'm most passionate about Math, Writing, and History. I love working with students to improve their standardized exam scores and its a lot of fun to watch students jump 200-300 points in weeks. I firmly believe that preparation is the...

...a different opportunity as a Project Engineer. I currently work for one of the largest Medical Manufacturing companies in the world. I have always been strong at all kinds of math, which led me to my Engineering degree. Throughout school, I was always working in groups and helping my friends understand lessons whenever I could. For two years in Stevens I tutored Physics and Calculus 1. I prefer understanding concepts, rules, and formulas over memorization...

...wasn't until my Freshman year of college that I truly developed my passion. I had the best teacher who could explain any concept - this is what I strive to be for my clients! I believe anyone can learn with the right motivation and the right person explaining to them!I think I'm a great tutor because I am able to relate mathematical concepts to the real world making them more concrete and understandable. I also...

...in prosthetics. Since graduation, I have worked as a medical assistant and then went on to receive a Masters of Biomedical Sciences from UMDNJ - Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Currently, I am pursuing a degree in Osteopathic Medicine at Rowan University. I enjoy helping others and often find myself tutoring my classmates in basic sciences such as Biology, Chemistry, and Physiology. Although I can tutor a wide range of subjects, my favorite subject would...

...of my experience in education came from teaching college level Mathematics in China. I have lectured and taught many topics including: Calculus, Trigonometry, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, Integral Transforms, Fourier Analysis, and Statistics. I graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology with a degree in Applied Mathematics in 2003. I possess a Master's degree in Information Communications Technology and Education from the University of Leeds, a British university. I believe that given the right...

...I work in the writing center tutoring fellow students in critical thinking, analysis, and academic writing. I also have a good deal of experience helping elementary and junior high students with math, reading, and French. Still, writing remains my favorite subject to tutor, largely because of the discussions that accompany it. Outside of the classroom, I'm a varsity cross-country and track runner; an enthusiastic fan of the New Yorker fiction podcast; and am fascinated by...

...anatomy, biochemistry, human genetics, and physiology courses at a prestigious medical university; therefore, I am well-versed in the life sciences. I have ample experience assisting with college essays, including my own which played a significant role for my getting admitted into several medical schools. In addition, I would love to tutor the SAT and pass on my tips and tricks to help you score higher! My favorite subject to tutor is math; math is a...

...of New Jersey with a dual major of Elementary Education and Math/Science/Technology. My vast experiences working with children have allowed me to grow as an educator and develop valuable skills in order to connect with each student individually and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of each child. I work incredibly hard to ensure that my students are being supported in all areas. I use positive reinforcement and foster students' independence to ensure that they...

...new things. The best reward as a teacher is seeing the difference you can make in the life of a student who has special learning needs. When you can make learning new concepts a fun and attainable goal for your students, that is the best feeling! My biggest success with my group of students over the last few years has been in the area of language arts. Through my training in Wilson Just Words and...