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

...graduated from Rider University with a degree in History and Secondary Education. Throughout my time at Rider I learned how to not only teach history within a traditional classroom setting, but how to motivate people to achieve their goals and guide them through the process. Teaching, to me, is much more than just explaining material and ensuring students understand concepts; teaching is about enabling the student to think critically and go beyond what they thought...

...need to learn it in a different way. I myself have sought out tutoring for math time and time again, and I was a Physics major! Now as I become a graduate student I still seek out help for math when I need it. There is no wrong or right way to learn, only different methods, and I will ensure that the student learns the material that they need to learn because I was once...

...are currently in a rough place with their education. I'm an older brother to three younger brothers and a coach for baseball/basketball. I love teaching academics but also really enjoy teaching others how to do things that aren't necessarily academic. For some reason I was obsessed with making sure all my brothers new how to tie their shoes by time they were three. One of the most important things I have learned from teaching children...

Hey everyone! I'm a recent graduate with degrees in Mathematics and Economics. While in college, I worked as a tutor for the university. I've had a good deal of experience and success and look forward to helping you soon.

I am a student at Yale University and am pursuing a B.A. in Economics. I have experience tutoring various levels of math and am very passionate about furthering the understanding of students in this subject. I also have a lot of test taking strategies that I have implemented in my own academic life and the practical experience of successfully taking many standardized tests which makes me a great resource for the ACT and SAT. ... My...

...achieve my goals. That's one of the primary reasons why I'm so passionate about helping students. Every class matters and they all empower students to accomplish great things in the future. My teaching philosophy extends from this; I like to relate all material to real life examples. This not only allows for improved comprehension of the subject matter, but it also allows students to understand why it's important -- increasing their passion for their own...

...not just in one area but in all. I have experience in common core pushing students to expand their close reading skills and defend their point of view. As a tutor I also know that students who are engaged in fun, authentic activities will be much more engaged in their learning. As a tutor I know that getting to know the students I tutor and bringing their interests into their learning also assists in learning.

...it a priority to discover each individual student's problem areas and create unique lesson plans and methods of instruction. I am also extremely patient and thorough when reviewing concepts and practice problems; I am more than willing to discuss a concept two or three times in varying ways if that is what the student requires. Furthermore, I always make sure to communicate effectively with parents/guardians so that they are aware of their children's progress and...

...I have been teaching for 9 years at the elementary level. Every year of my teaching career has been rewarding to see students leave the classroom ready to tackle the next grade with confidence. I graduated from Mount Saint Mary College with a B.S. in Education and completed my masters degree in Special Education from Hofstra University. I relate well to children of all ages and I am looking forward to helping children become strong,...

...through tutoring is one of my passions, and I am eager to share this with the students of Varsity Tutors. I with students from K-12 in the US, university students in China, mentally disabled adults in Harlem, and villagers in Mozambique. My favorite subject is biology and I also particularly enjoy writing, but I am happy to work on a variety of subjects with students. When I'm not studying and tutoring, I enjoy playing the...

Hi, my name is Alyssa. I have been teaching and tutoring for approximately 2 1/2 years. I specialize in Reading, Language Arts, Writing, and standardized test prep. I have three New Jersey teaching certifications. ... While a student's academic ability and effort that they put into schoolwork is based on how much they care about their own education, the type of teacher that they have can make or break their desire to succeed. Whenever I think...

...the resources they need to thrive and be confident in their academic skills. I believe in building on students' strengths and providing a variety of strategies that access different learning styles. I am currently working as a 2nd and 3rd grade Special Education Teacher in New Jersey. I have a M.Ed from Rutgers University, and I hold a dual certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities and an Elementary School Teacher (K-5). I look...

...most experience teaching math to middle school and high school students (including Elementary Math, Middle School Math, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and Pre-Calculus). My studies are focused on the sciences so I also tutor in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. I find that students have been rushed through certain subjects without any grasp of what they are learning, leaving them with a poor foundation for further education; I believe in meeting the student at where...

...a wide variety of manipulatives and other visual aids when teaching math, as well as visual organizers and conversational dialogue to work through a writing process. I base my teaching methods on the unique needs of each student, whether it is bodily/kinesthetic movement or some form of mathematical/logical thinking. Every student learns in a different way and I consider it my job to work with each child's unique set of skills, be it with graphic...

...background in biology and am hexa-lingual. Upon my arrival in the U.S., I obtained a degree of B.S. in finance from Rutgers University and have worked within the financial industry as a financial analyst as well as as an accountant for over ten years. Nevertheless, I have always carried a profound interest in teaching and tutoring throughout my career while working on Wall Street and within the financial industry. In particular, I enjoy English literature,...

I am a graduate of Drew University in Madison, NJ with a degree in English Literature. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, and spending time with my family and friends. I am enthusiastic about helping students to improve their academic confidence, essays, and test scores. Through ACT and AP test tutoring, I hope to help high school students improve their abilities and get into their dream college. ... My role as a tutor is...

...economics) from Rutgers University in 2014 and 2015, respectively. I would describe my tutoring and teaching style as Socratic; that is, asking and answering questions in order to stimulate critical thinking in my students and tutees. I aim to act as a guide for my students, pushing them to obtain answers rather than rely exclusively on others. In doing so, I hope to put my students' intellectual development in their own hands while giving them...

...(undergraduate) at Kean College and received my Masters degree from Rutger's University; BSW & MSW. I also completed the Alternate Route program for education. My interests are in tutoring math, language arts, and reading. I have a passion for the core subjects because they are so important. They provide the base knowledge for future learning. Learning can be fun and exciting when we tap into our abilities and learn to use our strengths and natural...

...our goals. We look out for each other and always show respect. I truly feel that, in order for effective and meaningful learning to take place, there must first be an established sense of comfort and climate of trust between the teacher and the student. Together, we will work to commit ourselves to excellence and accomplish our goals. I am always working to improve myself as an educator, and my students are my best teachers....