Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Trenton, NJ

...needs as well as working as an aide in grades 2,4,6,7 and 8. This has allowed me to familiarize myself with curriculum content and expectations in a range of grades. Since moving to the PA/NJ area, I am working as an itinerant teacher for the deaf and hard of hearing from grades 1 up to 12. Working with this demographic has allowed me to focus on literacy development regardless of hearing status as I work...

...a 2010 graduate from The Pennsylvania State University. I have experience working with children and teens with special needs. I am currently an autistic and emotional support teacher at Child Guidance Resource Centers. I also have experience working in the general education classroom as a substitute and assistant. I have always enjoyed working with children. I started coaching soccer at 15 years old and babysat frequently. I have a passion for teaching and enjoy teaching...

...I've also helped high school students with college 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...

...math subject is algebra. My teaching philosophy is Socratic, namely to build on what the student already knows and apply student knowledge to new subject matter. I believe that repetition leads to subject mastery, so I like to work many problems to ensure the student can comfortably handle the subject matter and easily pass tests. I am interested in health and physical fitness. I enjoy good music, good food, and spending time with family and...

...and Teacher of Students with Disabilities. Before teaching, I served as a mentor and English tutor to college students. I enjoy working with students because I love to see students become actively engaged in their thinking. I believe that the classroom is a great place to practice collaboration, social skills and metacognition while inviting students to advocate for themselves. One of my favorite quotes is "if a student can't learn the way we teach, maybe...

...been teaching in the state of New Jersey for twenty-one years and I love what I do! I have taught every grade from pre-kindergarten to eighth except for third and sixth grades. I enjoy teaching because there are so many ways to teach a student that were not available when I was a student especially in the elementary grades. The different ways help both me and my students because I can utilize these ways to...

...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 Fundations, I have taught non-readers how to use word attack skills, and multi-sensory tools in order to read and write. Watching the progress of my students in this area has been the most amazing experience!

...seeing students succeed and gain confidence in their abilities. I seek to adapt and customize my methods to best meet the student's needs and learning style in order to make learning fun and effective. My job is not just to help the student pass a class or test but to learn study skills that will be beneficial for their future coursework. I love being creative with my tutoring methods as well as in everyday life....

...and really tailor what they are learning to them so that they are able to relate to the material. I believe that students learn best by doing and try to incorporate as much hands on learning as I possibly can. I currently work at a preschool as a one year old teacher and I really enjoy the time that I spend there. When I am not working I enjoy exercising, walking my dog, reading, and...

...Haverford College in 2012 with a B.A. in Astrophysics and a minor in Classical Archaeology. I am currently the Master Electrician for the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, PA. While I am most adept at Physics, Astronomy and Math, I have always had a passion for English Grammar, proofreading and editing. That same love of English helps me when trying to communicate mathematical and scientific ideas to those for whom the sciences are a...

...(up to algebra) and beginning reading. For fun I like to stay active, riding my bike, swimming and walking my dog. I also like to travel to new places and old favorites. My family is very important to me. I have a BS in Child Development from the University of Pittsburgh and a MEd in Special Education from Temple University. Later in my career I gained a certificate in Middle School Math from Drexel University....

...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 these subjects make a huge difference. The results are noticeable and applicable. I am a lifelong learner and am always reading/learning new things. I love theater, knitting, and technology. I am a graduate of Rowan University and Montclair...

I'm here to help. If you're struggling with math or science, I'll do my best to get you back on track. My goal is to explain the concepts to you in different ways until you truly understand.

...their strengths and work with those to find a way to analyze and undertake a problem. While tutoring at college,I had a lot of success with this strategy. I was able to utilize many real world examples to help them get a better grasp of the material and even instill the knowledge and confidence. They knew the material when it came time for the quiz, and weren't so dependent on my presence and helpful hints....

...senior at Penn who has been tutoring for 5+ years. I love meeting new students and trying my best to solve not only student's current academic and personal goals, but I also try to help them build the skills they need to succeed in the future. I believe everyone has the ability to learn anything they want; the key is practice and hard work. I also recognize that everyone is different so I try to...

...international Affairs major at Princeton University minoring in Creative Writing and Chinese. I graduated from The Brearley School in New York City in 2011. At Princeton, 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...

...tutoring session includes a planning portion, we will schedule out your study plan with and without me. I will offer lectures or explanations on the core concepts to help you understand why you are learning any one skill. We will spend the majority of the time working problems. You will leave each session with a multitude of carefully explained examples to help you study further on your own. I am easy to talk to and...

...a certified math teacher and have worked for over nine years as a tutor. I have worked with children in elementary school, middle school, high school and students in college. I have tutored Basic Math. Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics and Pre-Calculus. I enjoy working with students, making the learning process fun and dynamic. I earned my Bachelor's Degree at Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ and have taken Post-Graduate courses at Rutgers University....

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...

...been teaching and tutoring non-stop for the past three and a half years. I taught high school chemistry and general science, running labs, lessons, and anything else that was required. While doing that, I started teaching LSAT classes after work. Now, I'm a full time tutor, devoted to helping students score higher on tests and do better in classes. Because I've been a science teacher, I know how they think, why they do certain labs,...