Award-Winning Essay Editing Tutors serving New Jersey

I believe that learning is a truly individual experience, and that tutoring gives students the opportunity to learn and incorporate information in fresh, personal ways. I have considerable experience working with students of all ages, from K-12 to second-careers. I bring a broad humanities education, having done a liberal-arts Bachelors at the prestigious College of William & Mary, "the alma mater of the nation," and recently graduated with my Masters from Princeton Theological Seminary.

...path. At Princeton, I had to write a senior thesis, and the topic I chose was native American prose literature -- novels, poems and other writings that hugely enhanced the love of nature and wilderness that I had already acquired through hiking and camping trips with my father. Instead of wanting to write fiction, I became an environmental advocate, and wanted to write about wilderness and environmental issues. So, I moved from the East Coast...

What makes me a great tutor is patience. If someone if coming to me to learn, I can explain the concepts to them as long as needed without getting frustrated. I want my students to learn! I teach virtually all high school subjects and below and am even open to teaching college curriculum courses if they fit my expertise.... My teaching philosophy is that the teacher and the student need patience for one another. Some topics...

...after they initially succeed in grasping a difficult concept. I really enjoy teaching and I particularly like the one-on-one aspect of tutoring. Teaching is also a great fit for me right now because I am in the process of starting my own non-profit and the flexibility of teaching allows me to support myself until my non-profit gets up and running. Outside of work, I am an avid backpacker (just this past year I backpacked the...

...possessed the ability to be a mentor, friend, protector and teacher of children. I understand and respect the importance of family; after all, we hold the same values and goals! I hold a B.A. in Psychology and English from Drew University in Madison, N.J. and a Standard Teaching Certification from St. Peter's College in Jersey City, N.J. I have also taken various courses at the University of California (Berkeley) and Mills College in Oakland, California....

...concepts. I was in their shoes only a couple of years ago and I am committed to sharing the lessons I have learned that lead to my own academic success. I place a lot of emphasis on patience and perseverance and I give any student my word that I will always have a positive mindset. My goal is to ensure that whoever I am tutoring understands the concepts they are having difficulty with, no matter...

...about little things and as long as I can help a student understand something, I am enjoying the process. Because of that, one day, tutoring writing may be my favorite while another day all I want to do is to keep working on reading comprehension. Besides teaching and getting through my graduate program, I am devoted to playing rugby, making music, singing and playing my ukulele any chance I get. Student personal interests are also...

...interests, hobbies, and learning styles best to meet their diverse needs. I want to be your child's support system as they discover, learn, and grow in a student-centered, hands-on, and inclusive learning environment where they can take ownership of their learning. Making learning a practical and personal experience is key to doing so. While fostering student creativity, curiosity, and risk-taking, my students have fun and know they can accomplish anything they put their minds to....

I am a retired trial attorney with 43 years of experience, a recent five-year tutor, a published writer, and a life-long fan of young people. I have my theory of learning: the brain does not know the word "No Positivity above all. If you learn what to do, you will not do what not to do.."

I have a passion for teaching. I have spent the last sixteen years teaching students of all age groups, including K- 12, college, and graduate students. I work well with students because I have the ability to make them feel at ease. In addition, I help students break down problems into simple components, which enables the student to understand how to go about solving any problem. ... My teaching philosophy is to assist the student by...

...can tutor math and science up to 10th grade (or sophomore year of high school). As a teaching philosophy, I strongly believe in the importance of connecting with students and catering sessions to their educational preferences and needs. While working toward my bachelor's degree in journalism with a minor in political science, I have won numerous awards for my journalistic writing from the New Jersey Press Association and consistently made the Dean's List. In addition...

...While I have many years business experience, I was downsized in early 2009 when the US economy crashed. I reinvented myself as an ESL instructor and have never looked back. Travel is my passion in life and I have always enjoyed meeting people from different cultures. I am friendly, flexible and professional. I believe in enjoying life every day and I love seeing students become more comfortable and confident in using English.... I believe that once...

...made it my personal passion to be an enthusiastic, creative, and a kind mentor and teacher. As a Spanish teacher in the Philadelphia School District I have seen first hand how creating a positive, nurturing environment within each and every student allows for greater achievement academically and personally. I want to make a difference in our community and truly believe that I can support the youth of today best by giving them the skills they...

...middle and high school students. I am well versed in all aspects of the English curriculum. I believe that education should be stimulating and engaging. I am enthusiastic about teaching material in new and interesting ways. I look forward to helping your student become excited about learning too! I also believe that developing a trusting interpersonal relationship is crucial. During my experiences tutoring and teaching, I learned that when I connect what the student is...

...apply my knowledge of reading and writing concepts to students in the elementary and high school grades. As a tutor and teacher's assistant I have the unique ability to see where students need support and will use various learning techniques to individualize the lesson. I understand that tutoring can be challenging, but seeing see the students progress is rewarding! When I have free time I enjoy learning about ancient cultures through paintings and artifacts in...

My goal is to help individuals not only succeed in their course but to gain the skills necessary to develop as stronger students.

...worm, and love to dabble in poetry! In my free time, I love to read, watch scary movies, and spend time with my family and friends. If you have any questions, I'm happy to answer them! Due to COVID-19 I am open to both tutoring online and in-person; it is whatever you are comfortable with! I absolutely would love to help you and be apart of your academic journey to success! Welcome to Varsity Tutors!

...and language proficiency, however not limited to those subjects. My Bachelor of Arts degree is in Science Letters and Society, which is a degree created for future teachers. The workload for this degree entailed a thorough study of the foundations of English, literature, mathematics, social science, physical science, society, and the cultures of people and the societies in which they live. My professional degree, one that I am still going to school for, is in...

...writing essays. My AP Literature class catalyzed my shift from using big words and disorganized fluff to focusing on crafting a whole, coherent work. Having crossed this threshold, I knew I could help my peers achieve the same. I was happy to help whenever my fellow students needed me, and I enjoyed guiding them through brainstorming, outlining, revising, and proofreading. I love helping people turn their ideas into unified, cohesive pieces of writing, and this...

...I have been tutoring students in German, Algebra, Geometry, and SAT preparation for almost ten years. I have worked with eighth-graders preparing for private school entrance exams, have taught Algebra in public school, and I currently teach philosophy at a New Jersey community college. I enjoy helping my students learn to solve problems on their own, think for themselves, and learn the strategies to excel at standardized tests. In my free time I play soccer...