Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Essex County, NJ

...help being the core focus. I particularly enjoy, but I'm not limited to, tutoring in English, Math and Science to primary level students. Aiding children in this age group is extremely important because it is in these early years that the child develops the fundamental skills needed for the rest of their lives. I believe that a strong foundation in all subjects is the key to academic success. In addition, in order to gain this...

...grades K-6 and English Language Arts in Middle School grades 6-8. I think all children have the ability to learn on their level. I have experience modifying lessons and helping struggling learners as well as working with students to get ahead. Throughout the years, I have had all categories of students including special needs students. For the past 6 years I have been tutoring and have had much success. All my private students working one...

...and English Literature. In the two years post college, I taught in two different school districts through AmeriCorps, the domestic Peace Corps. Last year,I taught K-5 grade in small group settings and managed a homework club. This year, I advise high school students on the college admissions process. I enjoy working with students and helping them achieve their personal best! I look forward to tutoring students this year and assisting them in their studies.

...Lawrence College, I obtained my Master in the Art of Teaching degree at Bard College. My certification is in grades 7-12 English Language Arts. However, I have classroom experience teaching Social Studies, Science, and Study Skills as well. I've spent the past 2 years teaching different classes in grades 5-8 at a school for students with language-based learning disabilities. Before that, I worked both as a substitute teacher throughout New York City and at a...

...I am currently a senior at Georgetown University and will begin a Master's program in security policy at King's College London this Fall. I've been tutoring since early high school, and my focus is on empowering students and building confidence through collaboration and creativity. I come with my own strategies for breaking down concepts and helping students better express themselves through writing, and I am always ready to adapt to make sure sessions work for...

...pre-medical student looking to get an MD/PHD and possibly a master's in public health policy. On campus, I am involved in advocacy through Emory's Empowering First Generation, first STEM, and I work under Emory University Campus housing. I am dedicated to uplifting students and providing them with the community and resources to thrive in new environments. On campus, I tutor students on Chemistry, and I have extensive experience in tutoring younger students in English, writing,...

...Assistants. I have a B.A. in English with a minor in Anthropology, Medical Assistant Certificate and am working toward a degree in Chemical Engineering at CUNY. I first began teaching students in a secondary, therapeutic classroom in Lawrence, Kansas. Teaching emotionally-challenged students helped me cultivate a philosophy of teaching based around honest and effective communication. I like to ask questions to build confidence and encourage academic conversation. I also taught English as a Second Language...

...a focus in Journalism. Since graduation, I have worked as a writer and editor for several start up magazines, an English and Math tutor for students from pre-K through 12th grade, and a nationally touring stand up comedian. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about reading, writing and public speaking. I believe in making learning fun, and showing students how the subject is relevant to their life in a...

...in the city and have always enjoyed learning. I want to be able to help students find their own joy of learning and I believe tutoring can really help them with that. Being able to understand a subject and come to that understanding on your own, with that little "ah ha!" in the back of your head is an amazing feeling. I believe that tutoring provides guidance for students who may need some extra help...

...memorizing facts and numbers (although I do love facts) but about creating your own experience. Learning truly becomes passion when it asks as much from the student as it gives back. My role as a tutor is to be a collaborator. I am here to challenge and help, but I am not here to direct the learning. That must come from the student. I truly believe that this approach leads to more passionate and better...

...provide a positive learning experience that will last a lifetime. My approach is simple: learn and have fun at the same time. My travel experiences abroad in China, Spain, and Honduras have all encouraged me to continue sharing my passion for knowledge. I have learned that the more you know the more you are able to share with others at home and even when you travel abroad! When it comes to learning outside of school,...

...teacher in the New York City Department of Education. I teacher in an inclusive classroom using Math in the City, TERC, and the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project Units of Study. I have over 10 years of experience tutoring students of all levels in grades K-12. I have helped students with test prep for the ACT, SAT, and AP exams as well as middle school admissions. I also have experience supporting young students with...

...and hope to matriculate into medical school in the fall of 2018. I earned my BA in Communications and Theater from Temple University in 2002, graduating with a cumulative GPA of 3.94. Following graduation, I worked professionally as an actress and dancer, as well as an executive administrator, freelance writer, and corporate editor. I have been writing and editing for over 10 years, and am well-versed in technical, fiction, and scientific writing styles. Additionally, I...

...everyone! My name is Ishika Kohli and I am a first year medical student at Robert Wood Johnson (Rutgers) Medical School with a Bachelor in Science in Neuroscience (4.0 GPA). I have been teaching professionally for 7 years now, ranging from phonics to AP classes to SAT prep. My most common subjects are Algebra, Biology, and Organic Chemistry. I love getting to know new students, assessing their learning styles, and helping them through different and...

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...

...am here to help face the challenges that these subjects may bring for a student. I know first-hand what it is like to struggle with a subject in school or have trouble managing my time, so I will bring my own experiences and solutions, along with unique and personalized teaching strategies to each student. Aside from being dedicated to education, I am also dedicated to having fun. It is a common misconception that fun and...

...and identify which key elements are lacking in their understanding. I easily identify the learning style unique to each student and can teach to suit his or her needs. I am able to tell quickly how a particular student thinks and best learns, and from there I can either make the lessons more game-like or memory based. In every case, I approach the subject or concerning area from the most basic root and build from...

Hello! My name is Manting and I am currently studying Engineering at Boston University. I have been tutoring students ranging from elementary school to middle school in various settings for over 4 years now. I love working with students and my favorite subjects to teach are Math, Reading, and Science!

...Even one in which there are a significantly reduced number of students in the room. This goes for both general education and special education students. I have also seen them flourish after being given extra one on one attention and time to learn concepts that he or she is struggling with. That is why I wanted to become a tutor in my spare time. I spend every day as an educator and not always able...

...and History. Currently I am a M.A./Ph.D student in Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. My current research deals with how language is used and how understanding can change in differing contexts, for example how people define what counts as a lie, and how our brains process emojis. At the University of Illinois, I've taught several linguistics courses, including the popular Linguistics 100 introductory course. I spent a semester abroad in Sevilla, Spain...