Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...a BA in English from Queens College and a MA in English Education (7-12) from Brooklyn College. My tutoring experience occurred as a student teacher in these programs. I acted as a teacher for an entire class; I also tutored one-on-one. These experiences were rich and varied and provided me with a good sense of what teaching entails. My favorite subject to teach has always been English. My teaching philosophy isbe a listener, be patient,...

...that each student leaves our sessions feeling confident enough that they know they can easily tackle the next level in their school curriculum without feeling overwhelmed. Our sessions are light and jovial in tone, yet focused and deliberate in approach. I hold a B.A. in Economics from Emory University and a Masters degree and PhD coursework in Art History. When I am not working, I love to explore New York City and discover new things...

...past 9 years, I worked in the Financial Services industry in various finance and human resources roles. This experience allowed me to work with all different types of people and helped me develop my skills for understanding unique personalities and how different individuals are motivated. Throughout my career post-college, I continue to be involved in the Learning & Development of my colleagues and often create training guides and conduct training sessions on various relevant topics...

I'm a very easy-going, optimistic, friendly and compassion person. As far as my profession goes, I'm a medical assistant. I love working with or around children. I strongly believe in building a relationship with whom I tend to work with... looking forward to work with you :)... Create an interactive conversation with the student. Get into their comfort zone, and figure out which learning method are they most comfortable with.

...a tutor for 14 years already. Helped a lot of students with their difficulties, made sure they were able to overcome their struggles in school, gave tips and tricks to guide them so they are able to cope even when the tutorial session is done. I love teaching while having fun with my students but also, stern on keeping them on track. I aim to achieve my students' goal at the end of every session.

...working with students who struggle with English and Language Arts. I have very fond memories as a child of visiting the library in the summer and having a general love for reading. I find that students who struggle in these areas continue to struggle in all areas of their education. I take great pride in working with my students and making valuable changes in their education lives. In my spare time I enjoy cooking and...

...how authors were able to transport me to different places and time periods where I could personally relate to their characters. I feel that tutors, like authors, have that ability to make learning special for each student. I see it as an eye opening experience that enables individuals to progress to the next level of learning. To me, this is the desired result of teaching. Having a Masters degree in Education and experience teaching Language...

...studied Shakespeare and the classics and appeared in several productions while in London, all of which have contributed to my love of words. My passion for the arts extends to working with children and young adults. I have been a choreographer for middle school musicals for several years. I love working with kids, and have experience tutoring middle school students in Spanish, tutoring high school students in the ACT and SAT Verbal sections, guiding students...

...one of my students stay organized and motivated to do well in school. During my small group instruction sessions, I help my students by using games and songs to study pertinent information. I am patient, organized, and have a great amount of experience working with children. I also incorporate Gardners Multiple Intelligences into my sessions to cater to the learning styles of each of my students. I believe that every student can succeed when they...

I believe all students are entitled to an equal education. Students need to learn on their own level. If it takes more time to learn a subject, we need to allow the student the time to learn.

I have 14 years teaching students and mentoring teachers. I am bilingual in Spanish and have worked teaching in New Jersey and California.... I motivate students and give them the reason why to excel. I lead by example and use multisensory techniques.... I like to find a student's deficits and strengths, and create a good working relationship with the student and their family.

...love to tutor many different subjects, but Social Studies, Math, Literature, and Writing/Language Arts are my favorites. Social Studies and Literature allow students to discuss their own ideas and opinions about the subject, while Math requires more problem solving to best learn the concepts. I believe that learning, not just knowing, comes from asking the question 'why?' Only by thoroughly understand 'why' can learning occur, and learning allows people to successfully engage with the world...

As a teacher, I see how students can struggle in reading and writing on a daily basis. My experience is working with elementary school students as well as high school, in reading and writing. I have worked with English Language Learners, special education students, as well as general education. My experience has taught me that there are always solutions to every problem. ... I believe the unique abilities and strengths of a child is critical in...

...also enjoy supporting students in other subjects such as Social Studies, Math, and Science. My goal as a tutor is to help students identify areas for improvement and provide them with the tools and support to improve in those areas. Furthermore, I believe it is important for students to be able to identify their strengths and build upon them. In addition to my love for teaching, I love dogs and have two of my own....

...from Santa Clara University and a Master of Music degree from Boston University. When I'm not tutoring I am writing, editing, singing and helping others achieve their goals. My favorite subjects to tutor are writing, reading, English and study skills/organization. I love to see the increased confidence that comes from working hard to achieve something. When I am not working I can be found doing yoga, reading, dancing, singing karaoke, and frequently watching Dr. Who!

I have been an English teacher for the past 6 years. I have my Masters degree in Education. I absolutely love to read and write; my favorite author is Shakespeare. I love to teach and help students! I take my passion for English and teaching and transform my student's live in whichever way I can.

...at what one needs to focus on and train in order to rise the ranks to reach the goals they would like to achieve. That being said, that 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...

My experience includes ten years of teaching elementary school kindergarten through fifth grades. I am trained in balanced literacy and in the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction. I am a certified Elementary Teacher and Teacher of Students with Disabilities in New Jersey.

...being patient and open to different methods of instruction. As an educator, my passion is to help all students understand and feel they can succeed by exercising this teaching style. I believe that a well-rounded education is paramount for a full and successful life and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, painting, drawing, yoga, running, and playing with my puppy Ellie.

...and high school students in Columbia, South Carolina. I've also worked with students pursuing their GEDs, and taught Public Communications for several years at the University of South Carolina. My favorite thing about teaching is helping students gain confidence, whether in their writing, test-taking, speaking, or performance. When students are assured they are capable, when their confidence is nurtured, there is growth by leaps and bounds. I currently volunteer at my son's preschool, helping children...