Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Hoboken, NJ

...TOEFL, English, Social Studies and Language Arts since 2007. I began teaching at the secondary level at the time I decided to pursue a Master's in History. I had been working in Sales for a good part of my adult life, harboring a dream to go back to school and to write about my passion. I have been fortunate to have accomplished that goal and to have been able to engage in the classroom on...

...you with outlining, proofreading, brainstorming, editing, or whatever other writing questions you might have. Outside of tutoring, I write and review young adult fiction and work as a freelance journalist in the book community. I'd love to talk with your more about your writing projects. Tutoring Philosophy: I believe this is a collaborative experience and we'll both get the most of out our time together if I can best help you achieve your goals. Let...

...subjects have been my passion since I was very young, so goal is to help students understand the fun side of reading so they'll become more interested in learning. I'm looking to give every student the tools they need to succeed in their future. In terms of my tutoring background, I've mostly volunteered my time to friends and family, as well as volunteer groups like JerseyCares who lend their aid to children looking to bolster...

...rigors of academics and athletics by majoring in History, minoring in English and American Literatures, and playing on the men's basketball team. Since graduating in 2011, I've taught numerous ACT, SAT, AP US History and World History classes, and developed a teaching style that strives to maximize student outcomes. I also consult startups and nonprofits with their digital products, most recently in Lagos, Narobi, Paris, Hong Kong and Shanghai. I spend most of my free...

...meant to keep the student engaged and learning ranter than forcing them to recite a bunch of uninteresting facts over and over. I tutor a wide variety of subjects that I'm personally and professional passionate about. I was a comparative literature/religious studies dual major in college so I'm very familiar with history, writing, and literature analysis. In high school I took 8 AP classes and I'm familar with the rigors and stresses of these classes....

...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 -- my tutoring space is an inclusive and welcoming one for all! I care about my students and their whole well-being, present and future. I enjoy developing beautiful relationships...

...history, and practical communication (public speaking and performing arts). Specifically, I have an MA in Performance Studies from New York University, an MA in Rhetorical Studies from Hofstra University, and a BA in Political Science (with an emphasis in international development and a philosophy minor). I have taught students of all age levels in public, private, and one-on-one settings. Some of my past experiences include: peer-tutoring throughout high school and my undergraduate education, substitute teaching...

...which I was able to do through the National Honor Society. Because I am still a student myself, I believe I can relate best to middle school, high school and college-age students. I have always been fascinated by history, and have passed the AP European History and AP US History Exams while I was in high school. In addition to history and government studies, I am also proficient in English (AP and college-level language and...

...school history teacher at a high school in Manhattan. I love my job and couldn't ask to be teaching anywhere else. My students are some of the brightest and hardest working kids I know and I truly enjoy going into work each day. I grew up in Rochester, New York. Some of my interests include listening to music, playing/watching football and basketball with friends (Go Bills and Bulls!), and spending time with my friends and...

...Varsity tutors, because I am passionate about teaching. It is something that I also plan to go to grad school for to teach either at a high school or collegiate level. It is something that I have slowly discovered throughout my college career. I have had the great pleasure of teaching 4 summers in a row at an art program in Westchester in creative writing and theatre. Later I went on to tutor in the...

...where I have been working for the past two years as a 6th grade Language-Arts teacher. Before that, I spent over five years at a private tutoring company called Lindamood-Bell. I have worked with students of all ages (5-55), and in many subjects, including test prep. For fun, I love playing and watching all kinds of sports: football, baseball, basketball, softball, hockey, golf, frisbee golf, ultimate frisbee, soccer, skateboarding, snowboarding, etc. I also have played...

...marks without staying up all night studying. Here's a few of my strategies: -- Each test is a game, treat it like one! All games have rules. There are free points on every test that can be won by just knowing these rules! -- Study smarter, not longer. Once we know the rules, we can apply them to make our study hours more effective. Fewer hours spent cramming and better scores! -- Relax! Being anxious...

...at the University of Essex. I worked as a Latin T.A at Los Andes, I helped students identify the issues they had with the class content and work towards a full understanding of the subjects they were studying. I currently work as a Spanish tutor helping students learn the language, from basic grammar concepts to advanced conversation skills. Additionally, as a native Spanish speaker, I have the first-hand knowledge necessary to give constructive feedback on...

...digital media start-up. I first began tutoring in high school and have successfully helped many middle school and high school students improve their grades and/or prepare for standardized tests. While I'm comfortable teaching in many subject areas, my specialty is standardized test preparation. In addition to having a strong understanding of the subject matter covered on these exams, test-taking strategy is a strength of mine, including time management and general multiple choice strategy. I was...

...graduation, I have spent my time finishing premed requirements for my future applications to medical school, visiting my family in Italy, and privately tutoring students in New York City high schools. Having been raised in New York City myself, I have first-hand experience with the rigorous academic curriculums and standardized tests with which many New York City students are challenged. I feel passionate about imparting the academic knowledge and advice that I have cultivated during...

...student in NYC. I have three years of private tutoring experience, working primarily with high school students on mathematics, biology, chemistry, and physics. I also have some experience tutoring undergraduates in introductory biology courses. In addition, I have served as a teaching assistant for college-level coursework as well as a tutor for elementary and middle school students. I have worked with students between the ages of 7 and 50 and have developed a flexible teaching...

...grades 9-12 (although I have worked with essentially all ages). In my career-plan, I am aiming to become a professor and researcher in the sciences and psychology--this is derived from my love of teaching and inspiring passion in others for what they may not naturally find interesting. I have cultivated many skills that are incredibly useful for students aiming to maintain a solid GPA, do well on the SATs, and get into the college of...

...literature and history. A former IB kid, academics is now my passion. However, I understand the challenges of high school degrees, college degrees, and beyond, so I'm excited to help you along. Currently I am finishing up my BA after two years at my alma matar and a yearlong visiting program at Oxford. My favourite subject is literature, but history is an intrinsic part of understanding literature so I greatly enjoy teaching both.

I am an English and essay writing tutor available to help with English and language arts assignments, grammar, essay writing, literary analysis, and ACT and SAT writing and reading. In 2011, I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from...... I believe that patience, empathy, and a sense of humor are incredibly important. My goal is to build confidence as well as content knowledge in any areas where students are struggling.... During the first session, I like...

...and backgrounds achieve their goals. I believe that every student learns differently, and I take the time to really understand their strengths and areas where they need support. Whether working with younger students or adult learners, I focus on building confidence as much as knowledge. I've seen firsthand how personalized attention can make all the difference, and I'm here to provide that care, patience, and encouragement every step of the waywhether in person or online....