Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Bergen County, NJ

...students of a wide span of ages, from middle school to high school to college to adult (students in my own classes). I have a tremendous amount of patience combined with a goal-oriented mentality. I find a ton of joy in teaching others the things I've learned. I understand every student is different, so I approach every student differently depending on their needs and persona. I want every student I come in contact with to...

...in social psychology. Prior to that, I received my bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in biology from the City College of New York. I have played several roles on research projects related to psychology and to clinical oncology. Additionally, I have served as a teaching assistant for an introductory psychology course. Although my expertise lies within psychology, I am knowledgable about the social sciences, reading comprehension, writing for academic purposes, and history.

...out to derive the answer for themselves. My Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Syracuse University and my Master's certificate in TEFL/TESOL from Learning Tutoring were not easy to obtain, However, that goal was worth it as they prepare me each day to to teach, interesting, diverse students, and assist them in achieving their educational goals. In addition to proven teaching experience, I have 30+ years' work experience in three different industries--banking, advertising, and...

...my students as motivational and encouraging. I tutor a wide range of subjects, from Middle School Math to PSAT and SAT test preparation, but I am most passionate about Critical Reading and Writing and Essay Editing. These are areas in which my students make remarkable progress in short periods of time and also find great pleasure in relating the themes of their writing to their own outside interests and passions. I also enjoy helping students...

...and as an avid reader, I also enjoy Literature and English. I find it exciting to see that spark of joy in a child's eyes when teaching young students, as they grasp a new concept or ascend to a higher reading level. I possess a strong belief in giving back to the community, as well as an enthusiasm for lifelong education. My credo is,"it's never too late to learn something new". Besides reading, in my...

...knowledge and helping others learn and improve in various subjects. After I graduated high school and went to Columbia University, I continued tutoring on the side in between my own undergraduate classes. Past clients have described me as extremely helpful, caring, dedicated, patient, and flexible. I've worked with many different types of students, and my goal is to always empower each student to take control of their own learning and education by giving them the...

...many examples and many practice questions. This is the best way for my student to truly understand the material at hand. Practice is my number one recommendation for a student who is trying to learn a new topic or idea. My number one priority is to help those who ask questions and those who want to learn more. I love tutoring and would love to take any student that has a desire to learn more.

I am a recent graduate from at Dartmouth College and I am starting medical school at Weill Cornell Medical School in the Fall. I am an experienced tutor in high school and college English, Psychology, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. Additionally, I tutor for the SHSAT and SAT. I believe that all students are unique individuals, and so I tutor them as such. I cater to each students' learning style.

...within the realm of Language Arts in English, I'd love to be able to assist! I have incredible patience, along with the mindset that we all have plenty of room for improvement, and that learning is a continuous and lifelong process. I also believe that learning should be fun. I hold a Multicultural Literature Degree with dual honors from SUNY Old Westbury, am a professional writer, and have tutoring experience with students who study ESL,...

...a chess tutor for elementary school through middle school age groups. Professionally I have worked as a TV writer and advertising copywriter. I hope to use what I have learned as a professional writer to help my students improve in their writing and reading comprehension. In addition to this I have experience working as a tutor both for essay writing and creative writing. I have further experience with the tutoring for the SAT, ACT and...

...know, I can run a lap of a track in under a minute. When I'm not running to a finish line, you can usually find me running to a train, plane, or automobile, or, on a good day, sitting in a park or on a beach with a good book (currently: Umberto Eco's "The Name of the Rose"). I've seen many great ideas fall flat due to poor writing. I want to help bright minds...

Hi, my name is Tyrique and I am a research assistant at Mayo Clinic. I graduated from Earlham College as a pre-med and double majored in Biochemistry and Psychology. I plan to attend medical school where I will obtain my MD, and hopefully my Ph.D. in a combined program. My career goal is to become a pediatrician or OB/GYN in the future and help to eliminate healthcare disparities.

...our views and arguments. For more than fifteen years, I have worked with students as a University teacher both in England and in New York, Chicago, Ann Arbor and California. We have developed writing, enhanced critical reading capacity, honed grammar and strengthened subject-based knowledge. Ask what connection a task has to your life and the things you care about as a way of awakening your interest. Let's focus on critical analysis and creative reflection along...

I am a writer and pianist living in NYC, where I currently teach music and English. I've co-authored two books--the children's book "A Dog Named Randall" (with Marian Hailey-Moss) and the comic autobiography "How Not to Cook, for the Rest of Your Life" (with Marilyn Michaels)-- and I am thrilled to be here on Varsity Tutors!

...English to students in grades 5-12 gives me the opportunity to teach and tutor a wide range of material. My M.A in English Education provides me with a variety of tools to use when leading students toward fulfilling their academic potential. My goal is to make students feel confident and comfortable in their learning environment, free to ask questions and seek answers. By allowing my patient and positive attitude to play a role in my...

...years, covering standardized test such as SAT, ACT, and GRE as well as high school and college math and science courses. I believe that effective teaching is not about transfer of knowledge from instructor to student but rather providing an interactive learning environment that motivates students to be active and fully engaged in their education. I understand the importance of not only learning the material well but translating that education into demonstrable performance on time...

...Composition and AP English Literature. In addition to my AP course load in high school, I also studied for multiple SAT subject tests (Bio 790, Math 2 770, Chem 770) and the SAT (770M, 770ERW). Outside of academics, I did lots of volunteer work (founded nonprofit called Give It a Shot that raises money to provide pneumonia vaccines to daycare aged children in the Philippines, worked at local hospital, peer tutored at school) and played...

...learn! My own enthusiasm and curiosity are some of my greatest teaching assets as I've found the feelings are contagious within my students. My experience working with diverse groups of students and learners, including special education students, makes me uniquely attuned to each students individual needs. I also believe that learning at its core is a fun and exciting process. I would love to bring all of my skills to you or your family!

Hello! My name is Nita and I am 22 years old. I recently graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Economics and a minor in Philosophy. Now, I am working in New York City as a Litigation Assistant. I'm excited to meet you!

...students achieve their academic and personal goals. My studies have given me a solid understanding of core concepts in mathematics, physics, and engineering principles, which I apply both in the classroom and in real-world projects. I focus on fostering a positive and supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring concepts at their own pace. Whether it's working through complex math problems or understanding language principles, I tailor my teaching methods to...