Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving Essex County, NJ

...University in Houston, TX, originally from Brooklyn, New York, currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in philosophy and Spanish. My engagement with middle school students began in the summer of 2019, when I took on the role of a 7th grade writing teacher for Houston-based students. Ever since that initial experience, I have made the continuous effort to continue developing a teaching pedagogy centered around challenging students in their writing while helping them strengthen their assets....

...although my specialities are Foreign Languages, Philosophy, Literature and Psychoanalysis. I enjoy helping students discover the 'critical twist' to general questions in order to perform strongly on essays as well as in the Critical Reading and Writing portions of standardized exams. I also pride myself in having developed critical thinking techniques when it comes to foreign language examinations (SAT Subject tests, etc.) that can be successfully applied to any portion (listening, reading, writing) of the...

I'm a second-year student at Columbia Law School. As an undergraduate, I studied philosophy and computer science. I look forward to working with you!

...History and Comparative Literature & Society at Columbia University (2020). In addition to another tutoring company, I worked as a literature guide writer for LitCharts. Before that, I was an online tutor through another Tutoring Platform for five years, and taught lessons in U.S. history, European history, world history, American literature, writing, philosophy, psychology, environmental science, international relations, sociology, music, and art, in addition to editing academic essays. I am passionate about history, literature, and...

...the core subjects (math, science, history, reading/writing) through the high school and intro-college levels. My teaching method emphasizes interactive learning, encouraging students to actively engage with the material. This involves: -Personalized Approach: I tailor my teaching to the individual needs of each student, recognizing that everyone has a unique learning style. -Socratic Method: I ask open-ended questions to stimulate critical thinking and elicit a deeper understanding. -Case Studies and Real-World Applications: I use examples from...

I love traveling, dancing, and reading. But, what I am most passionate about, is learning.... Each one; teach one.... Introductions. Then, find out what the student knows and what the student needs help with.... By asking the student to explain how they get to their answers. That way, they get a chance to test if they really understand a concept.... By keeping the student engaged.... I would take the time to figure out what exactly is...

...that I not only can tutor students in technical fields but also humanities. I am a savvy test taker and would be able to teach your child not only the content necessary to excel at an exam and other standardized tests, but also how to utilize strategies to maximize efficiency and accuracy. In teaching, I enjoy connecting the subject matter to topics that would not necessarily seem relevant to the lesson in order to engage...

...something very important: we are always a little in-between places, and we do not altogether leave the "old" house when we move into the "new." I increasingly understood teaching to be less about the introduction of new knowledge, then creative ways of re-appropriating what we already know. In short, I became a fan of recycling, finding out what my students knew (always a surprising amount), what worked for them, and then coming up with improved...

Hello. I would describe myself as a fun loving tutor, who's patient, understanding, and proven to be effective. I have a flexible approach to teaching which includes going to museums, educational events, and using hands on activities to promote learning.

My belief is that there is no student who cannot be taught even the most difficult subject matter without patience and caring.

...all starts in the graduate school application. If I can help a student navigate the application process through test-taking tutoring or emotional/social support, I will feel like I have paid it forward to the countless internet services and human beings alike that have helped me get to where I am now. I have a year experience of teaching college students not only the subject matter of Psychology, but the life lessons one learns in college...

I am a student at Villanova University and I attended Immaculate Heart Academy in Washington Township, NJ. I've participated in tutoring programs all throughout my educational journey and am ready to help you through yours. I've been through the most intensive schooling and ACT Prep, so that you don't have to.

...different areas, politics, art, science, were interrelated). In addition, I have a Certificate of Tutoring ESL from the Madison Literacy Council. Since graduating I have lived abroad in Russia, working in business and teaching and tutoring. I have experience with adults and youth of all ages, though mostly with older kids. I have instructed one-on-one and in group settings. I excel at anything 'logic based'- Analytical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Philosophy, as well as English/ESL, Writing,...

My name is Aaron Jackson. I am a student at Columbia University in the City of New York studying biochemistry on the pre-medicine track. I also enjoy meeting new people, exploring world cultures, and developing my sense of self.

Hi! I'm Will. I'm currently an undergraduate studying philosophy and computer science. At my college, I work as a 'peer tutor' in the philosophy department, focusing on logic, and in the writing center as a 'writing coach'. I also informally tutor my peers in math and statistics.

...health student at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Since I was in high school, I had the privilege of taking several accelerated classes in multiple subjects ranging from English, Biology, Literature, Algebra, and Modern Language like AP Spanish Literature. I don't believe in a favorite subject, I feel that with hard work and dedication anyone can adapt and find joys in every subject. As a tutor of local neighborhood children, and a great...

...essay writing. In addition to running workshops on essay writing and preparing graduate students for the written component of the medical entrance exam, I have written, assessed, and edited hundreds of essays and other written material. I love teaching this subject because I feel this is where students really develop their own voice and ideas. I have a deep passion for drawing out the best in every student and building their confidence is the core...

...am more than willing to provide a comfortable environment in which my student does not hesitate to ask questions and make mistakes. It is from these mistakes that they will be learn of their strengths. I will also make sure to be interactive with the parents and teachers if possible, due to the importance of a strong support system for the student. At the end of the day, I am not looking for my student...

...assistant and work on several different projects ranging from philosophical bioethics, to science advice, and laboratory biomedical research (infectious disease). When I am not working I am involved in community service or my own creative enterprises. While new here on Varsity Tutors I have been tutoring and teaching in person and online for about 7 years. I was a teaching assistant in college for a year and held private French lessons to elementary school kids...

As a psychology major, I focus on the development of the mind and its connection to the emotions that we use to learn. Understanding the process of learning from a psychological perspective gives me an advantage in my ablility to tutor. I am able to identify where each student meets their challenges, to then apply the best accurate teaching techniques to help them achieve their highest potential academic goal.