Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Hoboken, NJ

...the youth at Huntington Learning Centers in Morristown,NJ; in October of 2020, I was recognized as Teacher of the Month. While I am interested in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English (reading and writing) and History. With certifications and training in Standardized Test Prep, I've loved working with students towards their goals and experiencing their growth first-hand! I have found the process to be so incredibly rewarding, and am passionate...

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...recent graduate of Bard College, where I studied Written Arts and Arabic. I wrote a 70,000 word novel as my senior thesis, and I am now attempting to have it published. I love cooking, and in the past I worked as a cook in a restaurant. I also worked as manual laborer for a landscape company, but, unfortunately, that did not lead to a love of gardening. I am an avid reader of all genres,...

I have been teaching French for 8 years and I have a master's degree in computer science from New York University. I love working with students and getting them excited to learn new skills. I have a personable and patient approach to students.

My love for teaching and tutoring stems from my experience growing up on a sailboat in the Bahamas and Florida. I was an only child, home-schooled from age 5 through age 18, so I was accustomed to learning independently, immersed in a constantly changing educational environment. I draw upon this experience as I teach others to learn conceptually, applying newfound knowledge to the world around them.

...of the National Honor Society and homework help with with my five younger siblings has always been my responsibility. Now as an undergraduate at The Macaulay Honors College at The City College of New York, I tutor at the Math Center and am enthusiastic about tutoring with Varsity Tutors! What differentiates me from other tutors is my accommodating teaching style and adaptability. For those who cannot stand the subject they are struggling with, I show...

I believe learning is the keystone behind every innovation. I enjoy helping students to supplement the learning experience and provide assistance to expand upon intelligence.

...the humanities and social sciences, including English Literature and Language, Essay Composition and Writing, Anthropology, Sociology, Theatre Topics, and Public Speaking. I am qualified to tutor related AP classes, as well as the critical reading and writing sections of the PSAT and SAT. I am incredibly passionate about these subjects, and have made a perfect score on every standardized writing exam I have ever taken. As a teacher, I believe every student has the right...

...to positive reinforcement. I bring patience, flexibility and enthusiasm to my lessons. I'm also realistic schoolwork/test prep needs to get done. It is important for me to assess a student's abilities so that I can understand how to best instruct to their level and their needs. I also work with them to understand how they are learning. Are they practicing the skills that they haven't mastered on a regular basis? For standardized tests, given the...

...for the Advanced Science track at Stuyvesant High School. I have also stayed familiar with the SAT and ACT. My test preparation is rooted in knowing the test material, and then performing on test day. Test anxiety is a problem for many students, and with my psychology background students learn to test with confidence. In my spare time, I am a voracious reader and write and perform comedy, including stand up, sketch and improv.

...various classrooms. I have led classes in substitute and student teacher capacities and have observed several experienced teachers as well. My undergraduate education has provided me with a lot of English-specific knowledge while also enabling me to work in other content areas including math and test prep. In my spare time I can usually be found rooting on the Yankees, Giants, and Knicks, organizing a pickup game, or heading to the movies.

...the overall structure of their papers, strengthen their research, cite their sources, and correct their spelling and mechanics. I feel confident that I can address any paper problems you might have and make the writing process less intimidating. Aside from academic papers, I also write comedy sketches and spend most of my free time improvising and creating webseries with friends. Performing as a comedian may not seem connected to my educational philosophy, but I think...

...approach to meet each student's unique needs and learning styles. I believe that every student can excel with the right guidance and encouragement, and I strive to create a positive and engaging learning environment. I primarily tutor subjects related to math, english, and engineering, but my favorite areas to teach are those that bridge technical skills with creative expression, such as design theory and problem-solving in engineering contexts. I find it incredibly rewarding to see...

...Vassar College in 2016 with a BA in English. I am passionate about literature and writing and want to help make these subjects come alive for students. I want to teach students how to eventually teach themselves so that they may excel at a particular subject in the future. I would love to read students' essays, help students through difficult readings, and with reading comprehension. I am patient and there for the students' needs.

...many types of students, including those who are highly motivated and those who sometimes struggle. I have worked with a wide range of age groups, from college students who were writing research papers or literary essays, all the way to fourth graders who need help breaking the barriers that prevent them from reading effectively. As a writer I have many techniques to assist students in learning to produce topnotch papers in any genre. I am...

...Brown University with a passion for education. Originally from NYC, I graduated from the Bronx High School of Science in 2015. Now I am a museum educator at the Brooklyn Museum, where I work with students of all ages and abilities to facilitate learning about art and art history. I am committed to ensuring that all students have equal opportunity to learn and grow, at whatever speed and in whatever method works best for them....

...Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). After graduation, I began to teach ESL as an Adjunct Instructor in Canal Street. Languages are amazing because they are pieces (letters, sound, words) that students need to put together to use in practice. I love teaching pronunciation, reading, writing, and listening. With students, I am patient and answer all their questions. To have fun, I use games, you tube, songs, and movies. Learning English or improving someone's English definitely...

...also am proficient in test prep for many important exams, including the SAT, ACT, NYC Specialized High School Exam, Catholic School High School Exams, and many others. I received my doctoral degree from Columbia University majoring in Curriculum and Teaching, meaning I am well-trained in developing learning materials and also delivering them in a way that reaches all students. My students always learn a lot but we have fun too. I can't wait to meet...

...not just for myself but for my students- especially when I see the "light bulb" go off in someone's head and a concept that has been giving difficulties is finally understood! My teaching approach is very flexible and catered to the individual that I am working with because I believe that everyone has their own preferences and different learning styles. I try to present information in an engaging and simple way and often in more...

Trained in the social sciences and humanities, I am well-equipped to help students achieve their academic goals. I customize my tutoring to each student's personal needs and encourage them to practice critical thinking skills that help them achieve their personal and professional goals.