Award-Winning Geography Tutors serving Bergen County, NJ

...My aim is to ensure that each student leaves our sessions feeling confident enough that they know they can easily tackle the next level in their school curriculum without feeling overwhelmed. Our sessions are light and jovial in tone, yet focused and deliberate in approach. I hold a B.A. in Economics from Emory University and a Masters degree and PhD coursework in Art History. When I am not working, I love to explore New York...

...all of Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade students. When I was a South Bronx youth, my young parents worked all the time and my grandparents, aunts, and uncles supported me while obtaining my education in New York City. It is my belief that a highly motivated student can accomplish any academic goal(s) s/he puts their mind to. Learning is a process; concepts build on each other. Knowledge mastery is a goal the student strives towards. As...

...how to learn. I know this first hand because I've been through that process myself, and I'd be honored to help guide you through it, too. I have a background in Theatre Arts & Education, with a Bachelor's from Goucher College and graduate-level study at The New School for Drama. I'm currently pursuing a Master's in Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, focusing on the teaching of Social Studies because History is my favorite subject....

...asked to teach the freshman German class because I had learned so much of the language on my own, with the help of an older sister who was studying it in college. (Thanks, Sis!) As a graduate student, my advisor asked me to teach a year-long course in electronic music, a subject that at the time I didnt know well at all. (Thanks, Dr. Stokes!) Thats when I really learned how to learn and how...

...playing on the men's basketball team. Since graduating in 2011, I've taught numerous ACT, SAT, AP US History and World History classes, and developed a teaching style that strives to maximize student outcomes. I also consult startups and nonprofits with their digital products, most recently in Lagos, Narobi, Paris, Hong Kong and Shanghai. I spend most of my free time coding web and mobile apps, reading memoirs and short stories, writing comedy sketches, and winning...

...yoga. I love to play piano, walk my dogs, and eat! I have been to most of western Europe, Mexico, and am planning on traveling some more before I start my doctoral degree. I have been tutoring students for the past 6 years in both formal and informal settings. I have tutored primarily in social sciences (psychology and sociology), English (writing, editing, and literature), and biology. My tutoring style varies depending on who I am...

...of New Jersey in 2007 majoring in History and Secondary Education. After graduation, I travelled extensively to see the country and world that I would one day be teaching about. After teaching English as a foreign language in the Republic of Georgia for a year, I returned home to my native New Jersey to enter the next phase of my life and career. I currently teach history and social studies at the high school level....

...teaching students of all ages (from early childhood to adult professionals) and ability levels. I tutor a variety of subjects in humanities and language arts; with a BA in Creative Writing from Seattle Pacific University, it's no surprise that my passion is helping students improve their writing skills. In my experience, everyone has a writer within, and unlocking that potential is one of my favorite experiences. Working in the rigorous educational environment of South Korea...

...whole slew of subjects all ranging from English and History to Algebra and Biology. Despite tutoring broad range of subjects, I find myself most passionate about History and English! I believe that the most important thing that one can absolutely attain for oneself is one's education. A balanced foundation in life first comes with knowledge of the world, both big and small. I am here to make sure that every student gets the opportunity to...

I'm a dedicated and hard working student studying mechanical engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. My academic passions include mathematics, physics, biology, and history. Outside of academics I love exercising, and playing sports. I enjoy tutoring because I can see myself and the client improving.

...in my education is a masters in history. I tutor to develop the teaching side of an academic career and as an expression of my believe in the student empowered by critical thinking skills being a more capable person generally and a stronger member of society. I tutor in history at all levels and in every major field, as well as social studies and writing. My tutoring philosophy is to impart in students the capacity...

...have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of people, from young learners to professionals, helping them refine their communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. While my experience is broad, I find the most fulfillment in working with students who need help improving their writing, research, and presentation skills. These areas align with my expertise, and I am always excited to see students gain confidence in articulating their ideas clearly and persuasively. My tutoring...

...I love learning, reading, and exploring the world around me through kayaking, skiing, hiking, and biking! I am also an avid opera fan and enjoy the fine arts in general. Languages and different cultures have always been a passion of mine, and I love to make connections from around the world in my learning and teaching. I enjoy tutoring French at all levels. Reading and writing are favorite pastimes of mine, and I was a...

...teaching materials and helping at hands-on events in the field. While a student, I tutored many of my peers in subjects ranging from American history to writing and test preparation. Although I am confidant in a number of varied topics, history, from American to modern world to ancient civilizations, remain my favorite. I love the moment when a student starts connecting ideas and historical events and themes. I sincerely feel that the education system is...

...school and college for over 30 years and tutoring ESL professionals and native English speakers for over 14 years, which I love. I work as a Professor of Composition and Literature, and currently tutor two ESL professionals. I have also taught Speech, Psychology and Theatre on a collegiate level, as well as lower level English, ESL, Composition, Speech, and Theatre. I am available to tutor these subjects, along with other Humanities, from five years old...

I have 14 years teaching students and mentoring teachers. I am bilingual in Spanish and have worked teaching in New Jersey and California.... I motivate students and give them the reason why to excel. I lead by example and use multisensory techniques.... I like to find a student's deficits and strengths, and create a good working relationship with the student and their family.

My objective is to help students along their journey to success. An education is one of the most important steps on that journey, and all students will need help to accomplish this step.

...former tutor at Fairleigh Dickinson University where I worked with students needing assistance with Math, Physics, and Business subjects, including Accounting, Finance, Economics, and Statistics. I really enjoy helping others learn as I am able to find different perspectives to help the student understand the material at hand. I am also available for weekly and bi-weekly tutoring sessions to help the student stay focused and organized for any major projects, exams, and/or goals.

I am a permanently certified New York State Social Studies teacher. I have tutored students in various US and Global History and Government courses, AP exams, SAT II's, and New York State Regents Exams for the past 15 years. Additionally I instruct History and Political Science undergraduate courses for the State University of New York, and have taught college-level classes for over a dozen years.

...Boston Conservatory. My masters program was a dual performance and teaching degree which provided a pedagogical point of view and the opportunity to be a teaching assistant. I tutor several math subjects, including geometry, algebra I and II, and SAT math. Math has always been one of my favorite subjects to study and tutor because I enjoy the satisfaction of tackling a challenging puzzle. I would say that as a teacher, I like to guide...