Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Essex County, NJ

...my name is Aissata Opam, and I'm currently a sophomore at Stony Brook University majoring in Biology on the pre-med track. Along with my passion for the sciences, I'm also dedicated to helping younger generations strengthen their foundational skills in Math and English. I know how essential these subjects are for academic success, and I'm eager to help students not only understand but excel in these areas. Whether you're working through challenging problems or improving...

...improve his/her reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, study, speaking, phonics, and overall communication skills. I have taught multiple English, Writing, Journalism, and Marketing classes and have served in Admissions and Marketing positions in a private high school for the past seven years. I earned my Master's Degree in Teaching from Fairleigh Dickinson University, as well as Bachelor's degrees in both English and Communications from Boston College. Most importantly, I am a mother of three, so...

...confidence and a love for learning. In addition to my work with dyslexia, I have successfully supported students with dyscalculia through personalized tutoring sessions incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications. This individualized approach has proven effective in fostering understanding and engagement in mathematics, making concepts more relatable and accessible. My experience tutoring students on the autism spectrum has also been particularly rewarding. By focusing on their interests and creating structured, predictable environments, I have seen...

As a Columbia University graduate student with a background in Environmental and Ocean Sciences, I'm passionate about making science clear and approachable. I have experience in peer education and sustainability outreach, and I focus on creating a supportive, engaging environment tailored to each student's needs. My goal is to help students build confidence, think critically, and succeed!

...my Masters in Public Health in environmental health sciences. For my undergraduate, I attended Fordham University and received a Bachelors degree in both biology and anthropology. I know how difficult advanced science and math classes can be on top of other studies, and I am really looking to work through these issues with potential students. I am available for sessions in biology, chemistry, physics, as well as a range of math levels. I am also...

...at 7:40, at the strike of a bell, and disappeared at 3:00, with a strike of the same bell. These automatons materialized purely for pedagogical purposes, then evaporated when their time had run out. Of course, the reality of their situation was always much different. Nearly all teachers work tirelessly for their students, rarely thinking about much other than teaching--especially in their first few years. (I know, because I became a first-time teacher.) When I...

...as a waitress at Friendly's. At a young age, I always knew I wanted to become a teacher. I have worked in positions as a substitute teacher and special educator while I pursued my studies leading up to a Master's degree in Elementary Education. I regularly tutor my niece, who is currently in third grade, with her reading comprehension skills. I enjoy working one on one and watching children progress in their studies. It boosts...

...teacher. I am a double major (English and Education) and a double minor (Spanish and Music). My main motivator for pursuing this specific career path is entirely due to my tutoring experiences thus far. I have worked with students of all ages and each time has been rewarding in a different manner. The most rewarding part of the tutoring and teaching experience, especially for English, is watching an idea and a concept develop. Being able...

...materials as well as short stories, poems, lyrics, and fiction. I bring a wealth of real-world experience to the classroom, emphasizing the origin of creation, using many sources of knowledge. Everyone has a story to tell from rapper or spray paint artist to parent or child. Each person has a unique voice to share with the world. I help students write better using their own voice. I value the dynamic student-teacher relationship as a fundamental...

...Over the last six years, I have worked with a non-profit tutoring organization called Succeed2Gether, which provides free tutoring for students in need. During this time, I have worked with multiple students on reading, English, social studies, science, history, and math. It has been enriching to see these students learn, as well as to form genuine relationships with them and help them grow. I am most passionate about English, Literature, and History. In my free...

...Sciences (CALS) at Cornell with a Bachelor’s in Science. I majored in Biology with a concentration in Molecular and Cell Biology. I am currently working in medical research here in New York and am planning on applying to MD and MD/PHD programs. I have worked in many different study group environments and I believe that putting topics and ideas into the proper context makes the information easier to process as well as more memorable to...

...improve their Reading and Writing skills in a tutoring center. My experience supporting students extends into the classroom as well. As a Special Education teacher's assistant I spent 7 years supporting students with reading, writing, math, and science activities. As I completemy degree in English, I apply my knowledge of reading and writing concepts to students in the elementary and high school grades. As a tutor and teacher's assistant I have the unique ability to...

...like the idea of problem-solving and the step-by-step process it takes to get your answer. Once you have answered, it is exciting to know you achieved a problem at first you did not see a solution for but accomplished and succeeded anyway. I have grown interested in history and creative writing along my educational journey. When tutoring, my teaching philosophy is to allow my students to be themselves by speaking freely of any misunderstandings. I...

...and special education with a concentration in environmental studies. I am awaiting to complete student teaching and the edTPA this upcoming fall and finally receive my diploma in December 2020. Due to the pandemic, many of my plans fell through this summer but a friend suggested I continue in the field of education through Varsity Tutors! I want to use this platform to put into practice everything that I learned during my undergrad experience. This...

...have over 10 years of teaching experience, plus 5 years of private tutoring. I have tutored all ages and grades, as well as, preparation for entrance exams and grade level exams. I love History and ELA. I love to learn it, as well as, teach it. I am constantly reading and trying to learn something new. I try to tailor all of my tutoring sessions to each of my students. I spend time getting to...

...I am Zoe Pyne, an undergraduate student at Barnard College from Brooklyn, New York. Having always had a love of school and learning, I initially began tutoring as a way to gain community service hours but then realized that it meant more to me. As both a general homework and specialized reading tutor (trained in administering DIBELS and differentiated reading instruction), I have a wide array of experience with different subjects. I can't wait to...

...a teacher of students with disabilities. I believe that with proper supports all children can learn and can grow into their full potential. I also have three years of experience substituting and have previously worked at Huntington Learning Center. I studied Creative Writing at SUNY Purchase, which taught me to write, edit, and critique. Because of this, I love to tutor language arts and writing. My background in writing has taught me to be concise...

...an undergraduate degree in Mass Communication from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I taught tenth and twelfth grade English to both AP and general classes and am AP College Board certified. In graduate school, I focused specifically on the works of Shakespeare, lyric poetry and modern and post-modern American literature. I have also taught journalism and public speaking. I am a state certified teacher for grades 6-12 and also have experience tutoring college age...

...I will motive them to continue going on. I believe all students are smart and have the capacity to learn whatever they want; they just have to be in the right hands of people who are willing to take the long haul with them. I'AM IN! On my spare time I love working out (I'm a fitness instructor for more than 20 years), love taking spiritual walk on the trail, doing water sports and reading...

...space where students feel comfortable asking questions, expressing their thoughts, and embracing a growth mindset. In addition to my educational background, I possess strong interpersonal skills that allow me to connect with students on a personal level. I am patient, empathetic, and quick at recognizing the unique learning styles of individual students. I love to build strong relationships based on trust and open communication, creating a foundation for effective teaching and learning. I am excited...