Award-Winning History Tutors serving Essex County, NJ

Hello, my name is Amy. I have been an educator for years. I am a Certified Teacher in Pre-K through Sixth Grade and Biology and General Science 7-12 with a Master's degree in Education. As a young girl, I aspired to be a teacher.

I am a dedicated and patient tutor with a passion for helping students unlock their full potential. With a strong foundation in math, computer, French and experience working with learners of various ages and skill levels, I tailor my approach to suit individual learning styles. I believe in creating a supportive, engaging environment that builds confidence and fosters a genuine love of learning.

...the United States and Mexico to grade school, high school, and college age students as well as adults. I tutored math, study skills, and sociology in college. I love science, and I have a knack for making difficult topics easy to understand. Chemistry is my favorite subject, and I have taught college courses and mentored students in the laboratory. I am passionate about teaching and loved every teaching opportunity that I have had! I am...

...culture, political theory, and geography. I also follow international events very closely. I see these subjects as different facets of the great story of human history. It is impossible to truly understand the modern world without a grasp of centuries of history as well as the political theories that inform our view of society. Furthermore the history of a culture is written in its language. Without a knowledge of geography there is no way to...

...Pace Law School. I am now a practicing non-profit attorney. As a Summer Law Institute Coordinator at Legal Outreach, Inc., I taught 9th graders Criminal Law and Procedure. I also mentored and taught high schoolers Constitutional Law. I've tutored first-time exam takers and repeaters for the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) for over two years now. I also have experience tutoring and preparing students for the LSAT exam. I'm passionate about teaching and helping students come...

I am a writer and creative individual with a huge passion for teaching! I have a background in the arts, with a major in Drama from Vassar College. I also studied history and creative writing, and am passionate about teaching these subjects.

I'm looking to empower individuals with the ability to learn a skill set of communication and help them develop the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to be successful in school and life. ... To let students engage with the material, grapple with issues, and learn through critical reasoning and doing.... Assess where they are at from a skill set standpoint and where their weakness are.... By teaching them a framework through which they can set...

...theatre directing and producing. I am fascinated by the ways in which the arts can impact and enrich society in ways both big and small, and using this understanding to develop a culture of creativity and community. As a tutor, I find that empathy, a sense of humor, and flexibility are invaluable in helping others gain academic success and personal confidence. Working as a director has taught me that careful listening and guided collaboration are critical...

...of troubled subjects/areas. I have tutored in many subjects ranging from Calculus to Essay Editing to SHSAT prep, but my personal favorite is tutoring Chemistry. It is my favorite subject to learn, so helping others understand it allows me to solidify my own knowledge of it. My approach to tutoring anything, especially the harder subjects, is to always use relatable examples or metaphors to strike a connection in a student's mind. The more relatable a...

...high school, when my best friend's father needed help with his English to pass a test to become a ship captain. After he passed, I knew teaching was something I cared deeply about. I tutored my way through college at Wesleyan University, where I graduated with Honors. Now with five years of experience, I am prepared to teach on a wide range of subjects in a variety of styles. When not tutoring, I am a...

...the Literacy Network helping adult learners receive their diplomas, and at my local library, organizing educational events for children. I enjoy most those moments when a student forgets what they can and cannot do and gets lost in the subject matter. True moments of discovery occur when we absurdly, naively lose the boundaries between our little candles and the darkness around. Further, I love encouraging students to see the light that exists naturally within them...

...Political Science from Long Island University and my Master's in Special Education from Brooklyn College. I have been teaching for nearly four years now, where I worked as a substitute, intern, tutor, and full time teacher. My passion for teaching and helping those in need comes from my mother, who was an inspiring educator for over 15 years. Throughout my teaching career, I have worked with students with disabilities, multi language students, and different subjects...

...in the math department, helping to teach introductory undergraduate calculus. Currently, I volunteer with the Leadership Institute at Harvard College (LIHC) as part of its Social Outreach Committee. This work involves teaching a weekly course called "Fundamentals of Leadership" to a class of middle school students. Overall, I have found my experiences tutoring math to be the most rewarding. In all of these experiences, I have found it is helpful for students to work with...

...the best they can possibly be. My areas of expertise are with the core subjects for grades k-12, Common Core, Algebra, Biology, English, and History for Regents standards as well as SHSAT and SAT preparation. With ample experience tutoring kids from kindergarten to 12th grade, I can easily understand a student's weak areas, and what is required for them to improve. I create individual tutoring plans for each of my students, provide specialized focus for...

Though my primary career is as a web developer, I am also an experienced, personable tutor with expertise in a wide variety of subject areas. During my ten years of experience as a teacher and tutor, I've displayed a consistent ability to engage with students to make learning enjoyable and rewarding.... I resolutely favor critical-thinking skills over rote learning. I believe humans have a natural desire and ability to learn, and my experience has shown me...

...the building while simultaneously leading debates on current Senate bills. Since then, I have worked as an English SAT tutor. I was also the teaching coordinator of the community service branch of Boston University International Affairs Association for two years. I have previously helped high school juniors prepare for SAT Evidence-based Reading & Writing. I taught students how to recognize rhetorical devices and how to analyze scientific, historical, and literary writing. Additionally, I created weekly...

I tutor because there is so much to learn in the world, and learning should not be done alone. Education is the best way to open up the world for yourself, and it has to start somewhere - in school, a tutoring session, traveling, making mistakes, reading, and just experiencing life!... There is so much to learn in the world, and learning should not be done alone!... I would gauge their grasp of the subject and...

...to work with a diverse range of students, delivering personalized, one-on-one support. My tutoring approach is focused on making complex concepts accessible and engaging. I use various teaching methods to cater to different learning styles, helping students comprehend the material and develop a genuine interest in the subject. Whether assisting high school students with exam preparation or supporting college students with challenging coursework, I am committed to fostering academic growth and building confidence in each...

...engineering major at Northeastern University. I not only excel in my classes in math and science, but also apply the principles I learn in real life at my lab. Outside of the classroom, I also serve on the Student Government's Academic Affairs committee and as a representative for my dorm building on Hall Council. Upon graduating I plan to pursue a Master's degree in mechanical or computer engineering. I bring an unparalleled passion and dedication...

...degree in Exercise Science at the State University of New York at Brockport (SUNY Brockport), with the goal of becoming a Physical Therapist. I am deeply vested in supporting students in their academic journey, inspired by the wonderful educators who have shaped my personal life. My teaching experience includes working in elementary schools in the Hilton, NY area, the Wildlife Conservation Society, and the NYC Reading Partners. I have taught elementary-level math and reading, as...