Award-Winning Latin Tutors serving Paterson, NJ

...my ultimate goal with each student is to try and imbue in them a little of that love in the hopes that it helps them achieve independent academic success. I have tutored extensively in the visual arts, both in fine arts and art history. I welcome opportunities to take students to museums or galleries to experience art first hand. If it is test prep you need, I can help. I have tutored for SATs and...

...literature. My teaching philosophy is focused on a student's growth and increasing his or her ability to work independently. First I explain and discuss the information and strategies the student needs. Then I point out instances where the student can use the strategies (and guide the student through them if need be). Lastly, I back off a bit, allowing the student to use strategies on his or her own. In the Writing Center, this process...

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.

...included not only a deep survey of the Greek and Roman worlds but also study of the Qur'an, the Tao Te Ching, the Bhagavad Gita, the Epic of Gilgamesh, Beowulf, and many others. At UChicago, I have had the opportunity to deepen and broaden my knowledge base, adding Biblical Hebrew and German to my list of languages and studying Indo-European linguistics, which will help me point out connections between Latin and other languages with which...

...As an undergraduate teaching assistant for college level Music Theory and Keyboard Harmony courses over multiple semesters, I am also happy to teach musical interpretation and theoretically informed performance practice. In the near future I plan to return to formal studies in the field of Linguistics to earn a Doctorate, and in the interim I have begun teaching myself computer science and programming languages. In this modern technocentric world, I hope to study the meeting...

...my civil engineering internship and work at a climate technology startup, has honed my ability to communicate complex concepts effectively. This skill was first developed during my time in the International Baccalaureate program in high school. Additionally, I'm well-versed in Latin, having studied it for seven years from middle school through college, which enhances my understanding of language structure and scientific terminology. My diverse background allows me to make learning engaging and relatable, drawing connections...

...presented lectures to audiences in the US and abroad, I find that the most rewarding and enjoyable teaching experiences are those that are one-on-one. My expertise is in Philosophy, Literature, and European History, but my interests extend to languages (French, German, Hebrew, and Latin) and to the study of religion. Since I first caught what a former professor of mine called the "reading bug" back in college, I have come to discover a simple truth:...

...on the student and subject. My outlines and lesson plans for a student are based upon the subject, student's personality, student's learning style, and most importantly overall goals. These key factors help me adapt to the student I am tutoring and the method in which we work together. Although I am a tutor in many subjects, I don't believe in tutoring in a subject I am not 100 percent confident in. Some subjects I tutor...

...that's not fun for anybody, so that's not how I teach. I try to de-mystify the subject from the outset, starting with acknowledging and building on what students already know - usually more than they think. I've studied a lot of languages (Spanish, Latin, French, Turkish, Attic Greek, Ancient Hebrew, and, of course, English) and I've learned that a lot of the principles of communication are universal. If you're reading this, you already know one...

...my undergraduate years volunteering with Jumpstart. For three years, I served as a Team Leader with Jumpstart, a national non-profit that seeks to prepare students from less affluent neighborhoods for Kindergarten, so that they are less likely to drop out of high school. In this position, I worked with teachers and school staff, as well as led a group of my peers through training and development to provide high-quality literacy intervention to our students twice...

...have challenges like autism, executive functioning, and learning disabilities. With master's degrees in both Mathematical Physics and Special Education, I love teaching both advanced subject material and the fundamentals of literacy, organizing, and the whole human that go along with all learning. I often say I work best with folks who "love learning but hate school." I am very flexible with teaching, ethics and focus on student needs, styles and interests. In languages especially, I...

...be going into Medical School in July. Tutoring has always been one of my favorite hobbies. I love working with students of all change. One of my favorite parts of tutoring is the ah-hah moment. When I here ah-hah moment from the student, the joy I feel is unparalleled to any other joy. That feeling surpasses all feeling and I hope I can as a tutor help you get to the ah-hah moment.

...another semester at the Williams-Mystic maritime studies program in Mystic, Connecticut. It was an eclectic undergraduate experience that left me interested in many different things and wanting to learn much more. I'm working on that. My main interests are literature, film, and travel. I love getting to know people, their stories and memories, what excites them, what they care about. I think each of us has a lot to learn and we have to help...

...teaching philosophy is to lead my sessions with a student-based approach. As a current student myself, I understand the frustrations that we can encounter when working to learn a new subject, and I am committed to working with students to help them learn in the best way for them. Outside of school, I am on the dance team, I pursue neural engineering research, and I am the Assistant VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in...

I specialize in tutoring math to middle school students and up. I fell in love with math and I think with the right instructor anyone can learn to love math. Many people find math difficult but I believe that with a little time, patience and fun, I can help you excel. ... We will create goals together and track our progress to reaching the goals.... I will go over the concept in-depth and work with them...

Hello All! My name is Francis and I am excited to be your tutor here on Varsity Tutors. A little about myself, I am a Doctorate of Pharmacy holder which I obtained during my tenure in Miami, Flordia.. Go Dolphins! I'm a big beach head, and I love to help others succeed in where they may be experiencing difficulty. Feel free to ask me anything and we can get through it together.

...of Pittsburgh. As a future librarian, I am passionate about spreading knowledge and helping students become excited about learning. My high GRE scores allowed me to attend the graduate program of my dreams, and I want to help other aspiring graduate students achieve the same success. I have extensive experience in tutoring in writing, particularly essays and personal statements, and have also worked as an SAT tutor. In addition to tutoring for the SAT and...

...the midst of teaching, I got certified as a TESOL teacher as well. A year later, I finally had a chance to challenge myself a little further with a medical laser license which I received last year. Currently, I am a part time medical technician and teacher. Overall, my passion is communication. What I mean, is that no matter what it is I am teaching I love helping people gain a better understanding of whatever...

...in China, and why I have a knack for languages. I am an avid traveler, and New York City must be the only place I could settle down, given its diverse and exciting population. I taught science to elementary school children in rural parts of Eastern China as president of uLAB, a non-governmental organization whose goal was to encourage engagement and excitement in budding students. Though I am versed in many areas, I most enjoy...

...short term, and as a long term investment to set a completely new point of view about studying. In fact, learning should always be an easy and pleasant experience for everyone, because it is one of the most beautiful activities that one can engage in. My experience as a tutor makes me very comfortable about my skills. All my students always managed to improve their grades, and the great majority of them found a new...