Award-Winning English Tutors in Essex County, NJ

...Early Childhood Education and I have eleven years of experience working with children and adults in an academic setting. I am trained in Lindamood-Bell which focuses on the sensory-cognitive functions to improve reading and language. As a tutor my number one priority is to observe my students first to see where their strengths are and where they can use more support. I create my own plans according to the needs of each student and together...

...Varsity Tutors. I've been a teacher for three years - one in Brazil where I taught English to elementary school kids, and two in Chicago as a middle school Spanish teacher. Watching someone learn, understand, and grow and knowing that you've helped in that process is incredibly fulfilling. My teaching style is very easy to work with. I like to see what the students know first, then work with them in a way that builds...

...be curious. Asking questions and finding the answers allow me to tell great stories and (hopefully) increase the level of knowledge among the public. As a recent student myself, I understand how the pressures of school can sometimes work against your innate curiosity. As a tutor, my goal is of course to help you maximize your success in school and standardized tests. But it's also (again, hopefully) to make room for curiosity, and to remind...

My goal is to support student learning according to their individual needs and to help them to feel successful in a supportive way. Learning must be presented in a positive way.

...to do through the National Honor Society. Because I am still a student myself, I believe I can relate best to middle school, high school and college-age students. I have always been fascinated by history, and have passed the AP European History and AP US History Exams while I was in high school. In addition to history and government studies, I am also proficient in English (AP and college-level language and literature studies) and writing...

...held every Monday for four years; as a college freshmen I was a tutor for Champion Learning, a company funded by No-Child-Left-Behind in order to aid struggling middle school students with the Common Core; as a full-time instructor, I managed classes for SHSAT and SAT and produced my own content while coordinating with parents and students on progress; during graduate school, I launched my own organization to produce open-source content for underperforming students.

...doesn't get "it" as fast as another person. Patience and persistence will always get you there. Outside of academics, I enjoy reading mystery novels and even keeps a blog of my own writings. I love playing and listening to music, even being a part of my college's drum line. Friendliness and interpersonal skills are key. I realize that because I am no different from anyone else, I should give back to those who need help...

...range of learning styles and goals. My teaching philosophy is student-centered: I believe that learning is most powerful when it feels personal. That's why I work to make each lesson relatable, drawing from your own interests and passions to build knowledge and skills that truly stick. Whether we're diving into big ideas or mastering foundational concepts, I'll be your partner in learning every step of the way. If you're looking for a tutor who listens,...

...I will give you my all , and make sure you leave away from our session with ease, and confidence. I tutor in dance, creative writing, reading, high school biology, All levels of elementary education. It's important very important to me that we set goals together that you want to achieve. I am truly passionate in giving my knowledge, and failures to my students, so they have both sides of the fence. Getting comfortable with...

...people to reach their full potential 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...

...University of Michigan with a degree in English literature and currently use my background as an editorial assistant in the publishing industry. In high school, I took AP English and scored a 30 on the ACT, so I am knowledgeable of the high school English curriculum and the demands put on a student to matriculate at a prestigious university. I have extensive one-on-one and group class experience teaching both test preparation and general English, so...

...a question is crucial when it comes to math and science classes. That's why I help my students to figure out answers on their own as opposed to telling them the answers. I ask my students questions to lead them through the solving process, which engages them and makes them more likely to learn and remember the material. I also think learning and laughing work well together, so I make my tutoring sessions educational and...

...majoring in American Studies and Latin American Studies. I have been tutoring for seven years and I have worked with students of all ages - from Kindergarteners to other college students. Tutoring brings me so much joy, and I consider myself to be a compassionate and enthusiastic teacher. While I am personally most passionate about subjects in the humanities, such as English, History, and Foreign Languages, I enjoy all of the subjects that I tutor...

...President of my A Cappella group and I am very passionate about the theater arts. Since graduation, I have worked closely with students. This summer, I taught an intensive SAT Math class. As someone who has taken a lot of standardized tests, I understand how important they are and the means necessary to succeed. As a Tutor, I serve not only as a Teacher, Mentor, and motivator but, also as a cheerleader. When you succeed,...

...best way to learn is to practice; if you don't actually have experience in doing it, you probably won't be able to do it at all. My function, then, is simply that of a coach. If you find yourself having trouble in learning something, I'm here to guide you. I'll put you through exercises and, if necessary, come up with a regimen for you. Hopefully, you won't need me too much, but if you're struggling...

I am an intuitive listener who likes to communicate with people and to analyze what they say in order to understand them, connect with them, and influence their growth into more optimistic and moral people.

...study habits which will help them do well in the future and excel in more than the topics I am tutoring them in. I hope to make the lessons fun and engaging, especially for students who are struggling so they have the motivation they need to succeed in school. I look forward to meeting you and working towards your goal of academic success together. Whether you want to catch up if you are falling behind,...

...in Educational Leadership at Montclair State University, I have the skills and knowledge to enhance the success and progression of all students. As a proud Special Education Teacher in the Clark Public Schools district for the past 13 years, it would be a dream to work as a Tutor. Your child is positioned for future advancement, and I know that you need dedicated educators like myself, who are the backbone of strong and successful schools....

...history and sociology. Some of my passions include social justice, education, public policy, and community service. I have previously provided college admissions help, essay advice, and academic support to many students and they have continuously come back to me for additional help on whatever they were working on. I joined Varsity Tutors because I wanted to continue providing the educational and tutoring service to students that I never got when I was in school. I...

...schools, so I've had experiences tutoring Chinese students with English, and international students in Beijing with Chinese amongst all different types of students with different needs. I connected with them because I understood the struggles students face when language is a barrier. I was an ESL student myself in elementary school, so I understand the importance of patience and how that can shape a student's learning experience. Some children I taught math to were involved...