Award-Winning History Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...and how these reflected the same time period in New York City. I have lived in New York for the past two and a half years in Manhattan, Brooklyn and now Ridgewood, Queens. In 2012 I graduated Trinity College in Hartford, CT with a degree in Sociology. During my undergraduate years at Trinity, I had the opportunity to travel and study in Cape Town, South Africa. During that time I volunteered in both prisons and...

I am a senior at New York University studying Interactive Media Arts with a minor in Computer Science and Math. I have a lot of experience with standardized tests, from ACT and SAT to AP Tests. I hope my knowledge of this subject matter can help prepare students for their future standardized tests!

...and SAT verbal. The subjects I am most passionate about are History, English, Creative Writing, and Literature. I truly love everything related to history, and am constantly reading and learning about the subject on my own time. My tutoring approach is to make the sessions as helpful and comfortable for the student as possible. I strongly believe that a student's best work is done in an environment where they feel they can ask questions and...

My name is Chynna I am a student at Hampshire College. Since my school does not give grades and it is a discussion and critical thinking based school, I believe finding out the form of student a child is, is essential for their learning. I base my sessions on their learning skills, difficulties in understanding and responses to topics.

My name is Talia and I am excited to be joining the Varsity Tutors team! I have a background in Architecture, Geography and Spanish, but have an interest in many things including art and design. I love drawing and making comics, and I am especially passionate about inter-disciplinary education.

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.

...a positive impact on those around me as my campus' Ambassador to GivePulse, a national organization designed to promote community service in higher-education settings, and Chapter President of Phi Theta Kappa. I am also an active member of the Psychology Club, the National Society for Leadership and Success, and volunteer time with the Advocates for Students with Learning Differences group, where I hope to bring meaningful connections and lifelong friendships to my disabled peers. This...

...York State certified 6-12 special education teacher with tutoring experience, who is looking to help students who need additional help within their learning experience. I have the most experience tutoring writing, but I also love working with math, history and English. I have experience working with special needs students and have a strong familiarity with the NYS Regents exams especially in Algebra 1, Geometry, English, Global history and Living Environment. I have a majority of...

...Louis Class of 2020 with a degree in Political Science and Legal Studies. Rutgers University M.A. Candidate 2025 in Political Science focused on American Politics and Government. I believe that helping students target the material they feel they are struggling with is the most important method of tutoring. 5+ years of experience tutoring English, History, Government, and SAT/ACT. I look forward to helping students who are looking to develop a better understand of the U.S....

...After graduating, I worked as a museum teacher in the historic-industrial city of Lowell, MA where I taught a variety of programs that highlighted both historical and scientific aspects of the Industrial Revolution. Through this job, I learned the importance of "hands-on" activities in helping convey complex ideas in tangible ways. This job also provided opportunities for me to develop techniques that would help engage students' attention with a topic that they may or may...

...and overcome challenging obstacles. I have experience tutoring, working with kids in one-on-one and group settings, and I am dedicated, patient, and creative. I have experience tutoring students of all ages in a variety of subjects and settings. I worked as a volunteer elementary school enrichment tutor, a middle school homework tutor, and a member of the "History Center" when I was in high school. In addition to academic tutoring, I've worked with children as...

...high school to a 9th grade English class and gave extra attention to students with special needs and made sure that they understood the concepts of the day. I now am a teacher's assistant to a college level classical Indian music class where I have been teaching, creating assessments, and meeting with students to ensure that they understand the history and culture behind this type of music. I have always loved learning as a student...

...to live in Madrid another year and work again as a teacher's assistant. My second year was in New York and that is how I ended up in the "Big Apple". Outside of work, I love to cook and eat tasty food (especially desserts). I love languages and will speak Spanish any chance I get. I studied Japanese in college as well and even got to study abroad in Japan. Recently, I've been trying to...

...in Science degree and currently pursuing my Childhood Education degree from Brooklyn College. As a teacher I was able to experience teaching children of all ages! This was able to give me a better focus on what each child needs and what better ways they can adequately adapt to each curriculum. Throughout my teaching years I was able to watch children reach their high potential of learning and was there every step of the way...

...several standardized exams, including medical licensing exams, and I know that the approach to these is different that an exam for class. Every subject I teach is one I have studied extensively in the past, either through taking Advanced Placement classes in high school, college coursework, or within my medical curriculum. I have worked with several students in the past ranging from preschool to medical student, and have been blessed to see them improve over...

...through the college application process is nothing if not stressful, but after a few years of analyzing my mistakes and observing others, there are many things that I wish I had known earlier. I am here to provide assistance to high school students looking to excel and meet their goals. It is difficult to meet the expectations of top colleges and universities, but with me in your corner, I hope that burden gets a little...

...2011, and I am eager to work with Varsity Tutors in order to help other students achieve their academic goals. I have been tutoring at a variety of levels since I was in elementary school, and have discovered that I truly love the opportunity to help others gain a better understanding of whatever subject matter is at hand. Reading and writing are my specialty; words are something I have always found to have great power,...

...program that provides support for students to succeed in their pre-college performance and higher education pursuits. I have worked one on one with mostly high school students from all ages and ethnicities. My subjects of interest are Maths and Sciences. Through my experience at Upper Bound program, I have realized the importance of teaching and how one on one tutoring can truly affect students’ academic performance. One of my main future goals is to be...

...them covered! I also devoted a good portion of time in my undergraduate career to foreign language study and to developing an appreciation of global culture. I have studied Spanish, French, Russian, and German and have traveled on my own to over twenty nations. I spent half of my junior year abroad in Barcelona, Spain, honing the Spanish I had been accumulating since the fifth grade, picking up some Catalan, and studying design and art...

I hope to make a difference in children's education and help everyone achieve their goals.