Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Bergen County, NJ

...Visual Arts, and have a second Masters in English from New York University. I began my teaching career as an Adjunct Professor of English at SUNY at Fashion Institute of Technology and Baruch College. Over the past ten years, I have tutored English, English literature, writing, essay writing, history, classics and study skills and the standardized tests associated with those subjects. I enjoy the teaching process and helping students progress and develop their skills and...

...prep classes to 10th and 11th grade students at The Lycee Francais of New York, The Spence School, The Nightingale Bamford School, and LaGuardia High School. For the past 4 years, he has tutored hundreds of students one-on-one for the SSAT, ISEE, and SAT II Math Subject Tests (I and II). He also advises students applying to performing arts conservatories and coaches students on their college application essays. Johann is a proud graduate of Northwestern...

...the material, to contextualize the content, and to transfer that excitement into articulate conversations. For me, anything and everything is an opportunity to gain insight whether inside the classroom or out. I have always loved guiding people through material - whether in an art museum with my parents or in class with my friends. This passion for school is augmented by a deep understanding of learning techniques and study skills. So while I believe the...

...German and Film Studies from Bowling Green State University. I have had extensive tutoring experience with students of all ages. In between my studies, I spent a year working as an au pair in both Guatemala and Germany, where I lived with host families and tutored several young children under the age of ten. I have also mentored undergraduate college students and help international students from China with improving their English. As a linguist, I...

...am a prospective law student with experience in creating and implementing a free SHSAT tutoring program. I have a wide range of subjects that I am comfortable in, from Algebra to Writing to overall homework help. I am in my last semester at NYU and I have a lot of free time which I intend to fill by putting myself to work. I am eager to begin tutoring again as it has always been a...

...study skills is incomparable when pursuing higher education, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. I also know learning techniques that will improve long-term retention. While attending the University of Texas at Austin, I majored in biology and completed a certificate program in the foundations of business. I consider the fields of science and math to be my strengths and know how to teach these to improve one's knowledge base. As a 4th year medical...

...My name is MD and I am a current college student with a strong passion for learning and teaching. As per my experience, I have been teaching SAT for 2 years now and have a 780 on the Math section and 730 on the English. I have also taught AP Calc AB/BC, AP Lang/Lit, and AP Physics C. If you couldn't tell already, I'm a STEM major! I am currently studying Computer Engineering, and I...

...am very grateful for this opportunity to be a private tutor with Varsity Tutors because given my background and expertise, I am sure that I can help the clients that I meet overcome any difficulties or challenges that I may have. I had a lot of difficulties with math but I had wonderful teachers in high school and undergrad that helped me overcome them. English is my strongest area and my writing skills can help...

...English Literature, but I am well versed in all areas of composition and English test prep. I've helped ESL students past state tests for the first time. I've created individualized and equally rigorous assignments based on IEPs. I was nominated as Campus Teacher of the Year in 2015. I love tutoring students to become better writers. I believe all students are capable of excellence. With effort and accessible instruction, any student can succeed in reading...

...rest home in her backpack. In exchange, I did half of her chores for the week. This lasted for as long as my "grounding" lasted. And it was during these periods of book smuggling that my love for learning really blossomed. My mom had her reasons for her unique punishment style: part to to discipline me, of course, but also to reinforce my love of reading. This seems counter-intuitive, I know, but by recognizing books...

...from students working collaboratively in groups. I was also able to work with students who needed extra help in learning and skills to enhance the learning process. I saw students develop and found his method of teaching very effective. Since April, 2007 I have taught domestically and around the world which has given me more experience in classroombased, as well as online teaching. I have been an academic director in both areas. I work with an...

...am a rising junior at the University of St Andrews. I am working towards a Bachelor of Arts in English and International Relations. While I am interested in a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Literature. I am a firm believer in the power of education, and believe that it can be simple to make learning fun. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, traveling, and seeing my friends and...

...test preparation for all three sections of the SAT; study skills and organization; public speaking; and, of course, Religious Studies (my college major). I have a particular passion for helping middle school and high school students improve their writing and reading comprehension skills; opening students' eyes to the power and importance of the written word, I believe, is a pursuit with a lifetime of rewards. In my spare time, I enjoy reading fiction and discussing...

...successful publication of scholarly articles, books, textbooks, dissertations, collections of plays, essays, translations, and short stories. My most recent collaborative project was nominated for a literary award for outstanding translation of contemporary Russian fiction. I received a BA in French and English from Indiana University in 2007, and graduated on the Dean's list with honors, and won the prestigious Quinten B. Hope award for excellence in French Language Studies. I studied one year at the...

...having obtained an Associate's. I have had five years of art studies, but it was when I was a child that I became interested. I have been in love with art since preschool and it was my wonderful teachers and tutors growing up that encouraged me to continue doing what I love for the rest of my life, which is anything art related. I would also love to encourage kids of all ages to have...

...Global Citizenship. Additionally, I'm pursuing a 4+1 Master's Degree in Teacher Education and Educational Leadership. I have worked in a summer Jumpstart program, helping teach incoming kindergarteners and first-grade students. I have also tutored high school students in algebra and chemistry. Besides that, I enjoy proofreading essays and guiding students to hone their writer's voice. Having recently gone through the college application process, I would love to help students edit their college essays, refine their...

I am currently a college professor who specializes in English Composition. I have taught remedial/foundation composition, freshman composition (ENG 101), Research writing, Literature, and communications courses. Contact me for any essay writing questions!

To learn is to open the door to thousands of possibilities. Reading and writing have the power to change the world. I believe everybody can learn how to read critically and write in an effective manner. All it takes is a little motivation and someone who believes and pushes them to do their best.

...received my B.A. in Philosophy from the latter with minors in History and English Literature. For the last several years I have been honing my German language skills and plan to pursue an advanced degree in Europe some time in the near future. My tutoring experience ranges from ESL to standardized tests. I've worked as an assistant debate coach and paper grader, too. I believe strongly in the virtues of the examined life; I enjoy...

...you're an advanced student looking for help with your AP essays or a newbie just starting to learn about grammar, I can help you gain confidence in your work. I have a long background in editing, writing and mentoring students, and I look forward to working together. Please get in touch if you're looking for someone with a sense of humor and passion for the subject. Working on your essays might not always be fun,...