Award-Winning Phonics Tutors in Sussex County, NJ

...Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and I am currently finishing up a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Montclair State University. Since graduating from Rutgers, I have taught virtually every academic subject (with the exception of foreign languages) to students ranging in age from 10 to 19. I also have extensive experience with all aspects of SAT and ACT preparation. I have the most experience tutoring math, and I try to teach my students...

...in Texas (Air Force family) Trying new restaurants is one of my favorite activities Favorite movie: The Right Stuff (that Air Force family clearly had an impact on me...) Favorite book(s): Nothing compares to the Harry Potter series, in my humble opinion Favorite animal: My two golden retrievers, Logan and Skylar (though my cats make a decent bid for this vote) Favorite TV show: Mad Men (nope, my company doesn't make it - but I'm...

...work as an EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) and am in the process of applying to medical school. I first started tutoring fellow students in high school. In college I helped fifth graders at the local public school after school with their homework. I have experience with a broad age range and I enjoy the differences in approach that each student demands. I believe that a tutor must have patience. This allows students to work at...

...conceptual understanding of content by guiding them through the thought process and gradually releasing responsibility. I work to help students gain a better understanding of material by engaging students by using visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic learning techniques. I can work with students in grades K-8 to improve: reading, writing, math, phonics, history, science, and study skills. I find guiding students to success to be a truly rewarding experience, and I believe I can help...

...the beginning of my language learning adventures. I used the big city as my laboratory. I have since moved upstate, but have taken my love of languages wherever I go. My language education started with French as a child, a language my family loved to speak at home because of their travels in France and in French-speaking islands. In high school, Spanish became my language of choice because of all the Spanish I heard on...

...of Connecticut. I study economics with a minor in Spanish. I tutor a variety of subjects, with strengths in economics, Spanish, mathematics, and ACT test prep. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, and spending time with my family and friends. I am enthusiastic about helping students to improve their academic confidence and test scores. Through ACT and AP test tutoring, I hope to help high school students improve their abilities and get into...

...as an M.Ed. in Literacy Education from Hunter College. I began my career as a 5th grade teacher in a middle school in Manhattan. In addition to helping my students succeed in essay writing, reading comprehension, and math, I have experience prepping 7th graders for the New York City Specialized High School Admissions Test. I am currently in my 6th year as a 1st grade teacher in a K-8 school in Manhattan. At my school,...

...interest in mathematics and have experience in teaching it as well. Though I tutor in a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, literature, and history. My approach to tutoring stresses deeper understanding of topics and underlying concepts, as opposed to learning just to pass test questions. I further believe in teaching towards individual student's learning styles and adapting towards individual needs so as to maximize progress and learning. Outside of academics, in...

...to my schedule. I hold an MFA in Acting from UCSD and am an Associate of The London Film School. For much of my adult life, I have been a professional actor dividing time between classical work, new plays, and investigative theater. I have taught classes in acting, public speaking, Shakespeare, and Devised Theatre at UCSD, The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ and in diverse locations as a member of the NY based theater company, The...

Learning is a journey. There is no right or wrong way to learn. I will find the way a child learns best and encourage progress and accomplishment. ... There is always a way to learn; we just have to find it together.... Talk about the student's interests and where they are having trouble. Using the student's interests can build a bridge to success.... Help create intrinsic motivation by setting achievable goals and building on successes.... Praise, positive reinforcement, and rewards!