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Brady: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...and first-order logic led me to undertake the LSAT as a personal challenge. My first attempt put me in the 97th percentile, and I've continued to study and refine my test-taking methods, treating LSAT questions like my daily crossword puzzle. I believe that learning is a process of mastering tiny skills that cumulatively add up to a grasp and control on the big picture. It's about challenging and expanding the bite you can chew.... Focus on...
Education & Certification
University of New Orleans - Bachelors, English
LSAT: 169

Allison: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...tutored students ages three-adult in French, SAT Reading, Writing, and Verbal, Essay Writing, ESL, Study Skills, and more. I am also an avid, competitive ballroom dancer. I began teaching dance at my ballet studio in high school before going on to teach my college team, as well as wedding dances to private couples. I am also a freelance writer and am working on learning a fourth language, Spanish. In my observation, languages and writing skills...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730

Jillian: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...of an award from the French Department at NYU. I first became passionate about tutoring in high school, when I would assist other students in mathematics. I also have experience working with elementary school students in a bilingual New York City public school. One of the aspects of tutoring that I always look forward to is when students are able to confidently join their peers. In order to succeed in math, I approach each problem...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

Kevin: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...the University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Rochester. My greatest tutoring experience came as a Teacher's Aide on Long Island where I worked one-on-one with students who needed a little extra attention in certain subject areas. I am comfortable teaching a number of subjects at a number of different levels, but my absolute favorite subjects are Physics, Chemistry, Math and Biomedical Engineering. The basic sciences are always the...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
University of Pittsburgh - Master of Science, Bioengineering

Michael: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the student to develop a strategy that is personal to them, for any person will...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Jonathan: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...about reading and writing, but I also tutor many other things. I have traveled the world teaching; I taught Middle School students in South Korea and refugees of all ages in Greece. I am a licensed English/ESL teacher. I recently completed my internship at Holmdel High School, which is ranked as the 41st best public high school in the nation. I scored in the 99th percentile on the critical reading portion of the SAT, and...
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Liberty University - Bachelors, English Literature

Joan: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...In 2005, along with other educators, I assisted the New York City Department of Education in developing curriculum to help teachers improve their own students’ test taking strategies. I know the tricks of how to do well when taking standardized tests. As a tutor, I work on establishing a solid base of fundamental test taking techniques. I have many interests outside of teaching and writing. I love nature, gardening and the outdoors; I bicycle and...
Education & Certification
University of Oklahoma Norman Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism
Bard College - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Cherub: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...so I was able to break barriers and was able to help them academically as well as emotionally. Nothing happens by accident as far as I am concerned. I am woman with a life purpose driven by love, compassion, optimism, patience and determination. I learnt from my experiences that it takes more than smarts and desire to venture into any academic path. I have endured countless rejections, setbacks, disappointments but I have also met great...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelors, Biological Science
University at Buffalo - Current Grad Student, Medicine

Warren: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...I am a graduate student at Columbia University who has a lot of experience in one-on-one tutoring as well as in-classroom teaching, specifically in the areas of math and physics. I am confident that each and every student has the ability to learn, and it is my job as a tutor to identify the most effective teaching techniques for each student. Please, read briefly through my profile and hopefully you will find that I am...
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Brooke: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
I am a Middle School and High school social studies teacher. I have a passion for teaching and helping students of all ages and I am eager to work with you!
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Bachelor of Education, History Teacher Education

Alicia: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...through connection. I enjoy tutoring a variety if not all, Sciences and Math. During my undergraduate year, I have tutored college students, who have came back for tutoring every semester. Working with students to help them achieve their goals has been a passion of mine since I was in Junior High School. I am confident that I can help others in the best ways possible, getting them through all of their confusion because I know...
Education & Certification
CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelors, Biology/Sciences
CUNY College of Staten Island - Current Grad Student, Biotechnology/Biology

Michael: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...graduation, I travelled extensively to see the country and world that I would one day be teaching about. After teaching English as a foreign language in the Republic of Georgia for a year, I returned home to my native New Jersey to enter the next phase of my life and career. I currently teach history and social studies at the high school level. I have always loved to teach and to discuss new topics with...
Education & Certification
The College of New Jersey - Bachelor in Arts, History, secondary education
Montclair State University - Masters in Education, Special Education
GRE Verbal: 166

Shejla: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...and areas which students struggle with, whether working with a pre-K/K or college student. At the end of the day, we all need encouragement and relatability; that is my teaching philosophy.When I'm not teaching, I practice yoga, run three times a week and take boxing classes at my local gym. As a double-major in History at Sarah Lawrence College, I indulge in TV shows centered in a Victorian England or watch documentaries about Italian renaissance...
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelors, Chemistry

Jessica: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...elementary school to graduate-level work, and I have specialized for the last two years in working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite subject, you may have guessed, is history, but I also have a long personal history learning foreign languages, and I feel that this contributes to my skill in teaching English...
Education & Certification
New College of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, History
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, South Asian Studies
GRE Verbal: 166

Dean: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...at risk for developing psychological problems. The severity and chronicity of the discord, along with knowledge attained through academic courses, helped elucidate to me the robust implications associated with childhood maltreatment. In the spring semester of 2011, I was an intern on a suicide prevention program called Sources of Strength Community Research Project, which was designed to foster resiliency through supportive social relationships and networks. I was taught the importance of positive peer and adult...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelors, Psychology
Fordham University - PHD, Clinical Psychology

Mary: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel confident to excel. My approach is tailored to each learner, breaking down complex ideas into simple, relatable steps. With a focus on building skills and self-assurance, I strive to make every session impactful and enjoyable. Together, we'll turn challenges into achievements.
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor, Bachelor of Arts.
Harvard University - Master's/Graduate, MSc. Mechanical Engineering
State Certified Teacher

Dave: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...For me to best understand exactly what it is you wish to get out of the class and for you to share with me your expectations of the class. I want to ensure that you get the most value from our time together, and the only way I can do that is to understand your motivations and feelings and to uncover your strengths and areas of improvement. We can then create a plan to build...
Education & Certification
Susquehanna University - Bachelors, Accounting
New York University - Masters, TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Jesse: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...interest, outside of education, is music. I worked throughout college as a music director at Wesleyan's radio station, and currently work as a producer and staff writer for Afropop Worldwide, a non-profit radio show dedicated to African music and music of the African diaspora. I also love watching independent films and reading fiction and philosophy. I love living in Brooklyn, but I enjoy leaving the city to go hiking, and I bike throughout the city...
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, French & College of Letters (History/English/Philosophy)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 780

Alexander: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...skills can help them excel in all subjects. Every student has their own learning style, and every learning style can be successful. I get to know what my students enjoy and what drives them, and help them align their education with their style and their goals. I grew up in a small Oregon town where I thought I would never do anything exciting--but my education has led me all around the world. I've studied drama...
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Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor in Arts, English: Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 790
GRE Verbal: 170

Erin: Bergen County ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Bergen County, NJ
...am a native of New York City and has been teaching since 2003. I have taught middle and high school (both public and private), as well as at the college level. I have a BA in English from UC Berkeley, an MA in Secondary Education from CUNY Brooklyn College, an MPhil in Anglo Irish Literature from Trinity College Dublin and a PhD in English from St. John's University. In my free time I enjoy CrossFit,...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, English
St. John's University - PHD, English
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