Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Clifton, NJ

I'm a graduate of Columbia University, where I studied Creative Writing, with a concentration in sociology. I started working as a tutor at a community college, where I specialized in tutoring students with disabilities and English language learners. I believe strongly in a student-centered approach, tailoring my teaching to my student's learning style and goals.

...experience comes from high school where I tutored for the National Honors Society and private students. I tutored Algebra I+II, Precalculus, Calculus, and Statistics. I took a year of pre-med coursework at Rice so I have experience with college-level STEM courses as well. I took many music history classes during my music degree and feel very comfortable revising essays and writing research papers. I also have experience teaching musical instruments, so I think this carries...

...students can understand complex material. Although I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I most enjoy tutoring elementary and high school level math because I can be creative in designing examples. I truly enjoy teaching; there is a great satisfaction in helping students comprehend new information. Since graduating from college I have been working as an Emergency Medical Technician and I have been taking some graduate level biology classes. In my spare time, I enjoy...

Hi! I am a Freshman Nursing student at The College of New Jersey. I enjoy tutoring biology and economics the best because I think that the systems are very interesting. When I am not tutoring, I like to fence and read.

...favorites are Statistics, Mathematics, and Computer Science. I did not discover my passion for these subjects until college (I was admitted to Columbia as pre-law for my writing), and I wish I had been exposed to the fun aspects of these subjects at younger age. Often we are discouraged from science and math while young by phrases like "I'm just not a math person," when the reality is that everybody learns math differently. These subjects...

...I am a senior at St. Joseph's College in Patchogue, NY majoring in History and Secondary Education. I have been tutoring on and off for the past three years. What I've learned the most is that there is no one size fits all approach and each student deserves specific time and energy devoted to them. In my spare time I enjoy reading, riding my bike, hanging out with friends, and playing or watching baseball.

...ease. I believe that test taking does not have to be scary, especially if approached with the right tools and mindset. I am known for being patient and friendly, with a genuine desire to help students improve their scores. I tutor the SAT, ACT, and SSAT, and my specialties are reading, writing, and English. In my spare time, I like to explore the city, play music, write screenplays, exercise, and spend time with friends and...

...I also mentored students on preparing for interviews with top management consulting firms. Finally, during my time at Yale, I served as 2nd-year teaching assistant for the Competitive Strategy and State & Society core classes. In this capacity, I helped 1st-year students (whose ages ranged from 24 - 40+) understand the material, graded assignments and exams, and provided reviews for students. I also served as one of the coaches on the 1st-year debate team. Subject...

...well as a certificate in Community Development. On her campus, Monique is a Bonner Service Leader, who are a group of undergraduates who serve the Capital regions at numerous sites. She currently serves at Albany Leadership Charter High School for Girls, an all-girls charter high school located in Albany, NY as a College Access Associate. At her site, she meets with the guidance counselors and social workers in order to create ways to make sure...

I have been an educator since 1992 beginning my career as substitute teacher, and ultimately obtaining my Master's Degree in Education Administration. I have taught all grade levels from 1st grade through 12th grade in English Language Arts. I have also been a high school Dean of Discipline and an Elementary school principal.... I would show them what independent learning looks like, making sure they understand the concept.... My philosophy is to make sure every child...

...State University working in the Social Media Technology Industry. I am creative and am able to operate in unconventional situations and have been chosen for various leadership positions because of these attributes. I value education, learning and love discussing some of my favorite study topics. Additionally, I am social and enjoy communicating my ideas with others and working within a team. I love traveling, meeting new people, and out of the box experiences in general....

...else. I will continue to grow but consciously and intentionally look to improve my knowledge base and hard and soft skills. I will constantly seek to do my best and be impeccable with my words. I hope to be a principal and I will do this through traditional academia and through the help of strong and successful mentors. My attitudes about teaching and learning have definitely changed over time through experience. It has morphed from...

...sleepaway camp. While I was a counselor there, I got to work on developing my communication skills as well as my ability to work on diverse ways of showing emotional support for children. Truthfully adapting what it means to be a human. By fostering good relationships with staff, pupils and parents it is possible to provide a thought-provoking educational experience that compliments the child's life outside of academics as much as possible. I have also...

...fifth grade math and third grade. I currently teach first grade. I love teaching all subjects but teaching reading is my favorite. I love seeing students learn to truly enjoy reading and making it fun rather than a struggle. Through my variety of experiences, I have learned that through engaging and differentiated lessons, every student is able to make progress and most importantly- become inquisitive, lifelong earners. In my free time, I love to read,...

...Him His), I am a 21 year old History Major enrolled at Oberlin College from Westchester New York. During my time in highschool I had a lot of trouble learning from tutors because information was often displayed in terms of lists to be memorized. I find that the best way to tutor is not through memorization, but through helping the client to understand the core concept and how these concepts relate to their own life.

...English, writing, and critical reading. I like working one on one with students, helping them to think through problems, formulate opinions, and articulate their thoughts. This involves working on vocabulary, grammar, and writing mechanics. These are invaluable skills, essential for writing essays and preparing for Standardized Tests, like the SAT. Currently, besides tutoring, I'm interning in the Curatorial Departments of both the Guggenheim and the Whitney. Previously, I worked in the library of an elite...

...outside the tutorial session. I also believe that as a tutor it is my duty to not only make sure my tutees have mastered their material, but also to incite confidence in them. School work, tests, and life in general can become overbearing and success may seem impossible. As a tutor, I am here to tell offer you a helping hand and remind you that there is a light at the end of the tunnel!

...I've learned how to absorb both memories from the places I've traveled along with the skills gained from opportunities I've had and turn them into moments of mentorship and learning for other folks who are on the path toward achieving their goals. Highlights: --Working towards my Masters in Clinical Psych at Teacher's College, Columbia Univ. --Lived in China for 4 years and traveled throughout Asia learning languages + cultural customs --Taught Writing, Film, and Linguistics...

I received my Bachelors degree in electrical engineering from Manhattan College, New York, and right now, I am pursuing my MBA degree from Louisiana State University. As a tutor, I am a firm believer of the motto "Face it! Ace it!" This means that we can work together to make your academic weaknesses into one of your strengths.

...studies teacher in my second year. I pride myself in teaching/improving student writing and literacy skills. I start every session with a diagnostic test in order to see the strengths and weaknesses of each student. Then I design a specific curriculum to strengthen the student's skills holistically. With these new found skills students can apply them to any class (math, science, english) and even in their personal and professional lives. The idea is to have...