Award-Winning Middle School Tutors in Plainfield, NJ

...been instilled in me from a very young age. As a child, I had to overcome my own personal challenges in order to allow my intellect to shine. I have ADHD and in the elementary grades was labeled a class clown, however, I learned to conquer my learning disability and proceeded to excel. For high school, I attended Wyoming Seminary Upper School, a private boarding school in North East, PA, and my experience and education...

Hello! My name is Vanessa Gleason. I'm currently attending Arizona State University and majoring in Sports Management. Along with being a full time college student, I'm also an avid motocross racer and dancer. I have a passion for tutoring and it's my goal to help students achieve their academic goals and become more confident in themselves.

I love tutoring! It is so satisfying to be able to share the knowledge that I have with students to help them excell in school!

...background is in Special Education and teaching exceptional learners. I have a Bachelors degree in Economics and a Masters degree in Teaching. I tutor for all core academic subjects including ELA, Math, Science, and History. I also tutor in more specialized areas like French, ESL/ELL, writing, music, and more! I believe that there is no "average" student; instead, all students have unique strengths and needs and instruction must be tailored to them. For this reason,...

...the knowledge I've gained along the way. I've worked as a Teaching Assistant for the STEM Entry Program at Stony Brook University, where I guided high school students through foundational Python, data structures, and basic web development. This experience deepened my understanding of how to make complex topics approachable and engaging. I enjoy creating an open, supportive environment where students can ask questions, make mistakes, and build confidence in their skills. Whether you're just starting...

...occasional odd job) I intern at Surya Sound Temple, a music studio where I assist in everything from recording to post-production/mixing. I am very passionate about music and find great fulfillment in helping others make music a part of their lives. In my experience people are intimidated by the process of learning music because they think music theory is nothing but hard rules and regulations like in the sciences or mathematics. This could be further...

...in the K-12 age especially in the 7-12 grade range. I have taught SAT, SHSAT, ACT, SAT subject tests and Regents exams as well. My favorite subject to tutor is math and biology, but I am able to tutor other subject areas like reading, writing, chemistry, and physics. My tutoring style is very student oriented with some lecturing. I make sure that most of the time I am asking questions, even if it is basic,...

...experienced tutor with over five years of expertise, I specialize in helping students develop essential skills such as executive functioning, study techniques, and time management. My background in psychology allows me to understand each student's unique learning needs, enabling me to provide tailored support that fosters growth and confidence. I am dedicated to creating a positive, supportive environment where students can build the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally. Through personalized instruction,...

I have a true appreciation for teaching and connecting with students of all ages! Everything from Chemistry to building an Excel spreadsheet =)

...through college, where I volunteered at an after school tutoring program for kids in an underserved community. A language nerd, my favorite subjects to tutor are French and English writing skills, but I am equally confident in SAT and ACT test prep and math, science, history, and other subjects at the high school level. Beyond just helping improve students standardized test scores, I strive to inspire students to be confident, lifelong learners by getting to...

...curriculum. I believe that education is an important way of improving ones life. My philosophy of teaching is to have my students become active participants in the learning process. I raise students academic skills by modeling and guiding students through a task. I want the students to understand the steps necessary to be successful. I also check for understanding before moving on to more complex assignments. It is important for my students to feel positive...

...I have been in the educational field for over 30 years. For the past 10 years I held a position as a school director at an international school back in Dominican Republic. For many years I worked as a language teacher in an elementary school in New York as well as in Dominican Republic. At the beginning of my career, I worked as an elementary teacher here in New York City; I moved to Dominican...

...middle school literacy and ELA. I have been a classroom teacher for 24 years and have taught from 2nd grade through college. I currently teach high school social studies. I have experience in World and US History (I and II), APUSH, Sociology and Law and Society. I love showing students how interesting (and fun!) history, reading and writing can be. I truly believe every student has great potential in something and its a teacher's job...

...standardized tests such as the SAT, PSAT, and ACT to foreign languages, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Grammar, and Spanish. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, reading, learning languages, and watching documentaries. I teach Elementary math, Middle School math, High school math,...

...extensive experience with students of all academic abilities and strong knowledge of the Common Core Standards allows me to give targeted feedback that is bite-sized and impactful. I love digging in to student writing and finding the best way to let my students' stellar ideas come jumping off the page. As a complete bibliophile, I also adore fostering a love of reading and great literature in all of my pupils. Outside of teaching, I can...

What a magnanimous thing is education for the more we learn, the more we crave to know. It is an infinite experience. It is further so rewarding to teach individuals how to think and then witness the results of this gift.

...as a tutor has brought me a lot of joy and perseverance. French is my native language and I grew up in the United States, so from a very young age I was bilingual. It wasn't until I was learning Spanish where I really started to take interest in and love languages. Being able to teach my passion really shines through to the student's learning experience, making education more comprehensive and enjoyable for everyone.

...Math. I was recruited shortly after taking the SAT myself, so it was a fresh and exciting experience for me. I currently tutor a variety of academic and test preparation subjects. I'm passionate about helping students because I have had some difficulty with certain subjects myself, and I understand the frustration of what that is like. My experience with High School Physics made me an advocate of getting help when it's needed. After seeking out...

...coaching teachers and helping them read and understand their classroom data. I am currently teaching 6th grade math and special education. My passion is teaching students at all different levels, helping to identify areas of strengths, that will then be used to help push progress in areas of less success. I have always known that I wanted to be a teacher, so when I am not in front of students, I truly enjoy reading. I...

...a junior at SUNY University at Albany majoring in educational psychology. I have been tutoring for over 4 years and 2 years with Varsity Tutors. I tutor almost all subjects from maths, English, science, and history in grades K-11. I love to tutor because it gives me the experience I need to be a teacher and for every student, I want them to excel and understand what they struggle in and come out on top!