Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Essex County, NJ

...deepen their understanding of challenging concepts. It is my belief that anyone can learn challenging concepts if they keep trying. This belief underpins all aspects of my interactions with students and encourages them to believe this truth about themselves over time. Favorite subject to tutor: Math! I love tutoring math because it is a challenging subject for a lot of people. I love tutoring math because it is incredibly rewarding to help students understand that...

...University with degrees in Theater and Education Studies. I have over a decade of theatrical experience as a performer, creative team, and production member. My educational philosophy and practice are based on theories of critical pedagogy, specifically critical performative pedagogy, and culturally responsive curriculum building. I have worked with K-12 students of diverse experience across NYC to develop performance skills, healthy social and emotional development, and cultivate self-confidence. I also have worked with twice-exceptional, LGBTQ+,...

...kids of all ages. Before joining Varsity Tutors, I began tutoring middle and high-school level Math, French and English to students throughout the city, and while I am comfortable tutoring in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about these three. I believe organization and proper study skills are essential for learning, and I enjoy building a trusting relationship with my students to make education fun and productive. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy...

...the University of Seville. While at UVA, I worked as a tutor in Spanish and Anthropology for varsity student athletes. In addition to Spanish, I am also an advanced, near fluent speaker of French. I studied French 1-4 in high school and have taken 3000 level courses in college. I am from Lexington, Virginia and have been living in New York since July 2015. Though I am new to the city, I am very excited...

...from my dedication to a variety of tutorials over the years, and have experience working with children of all age groups, and various subjects. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Science, Mathematics, and Writing Skills. I truly believe that each child has a different way of learning, and through experience, I have learned multiple methods to teach children and allow them to reach their best potential. Education is...

I am a college junior at Rutgers Business School pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business. Additionally, I have various experiences tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students. I love being help to assist students in the classroom and guide them to reach their academic potentials.

...Teacher in NYC. I recently finished my Masters in Special Education at PACE University and graduated with Cum Laude distinction. I"m also pursuing my Ph.D. in Special Education at Regent University. At the completion of my Doctoral program, I plan to pursue a second career in making effective changes to Special Education at the curricular level and administratively, and also instruct rising educators on how to constructively aid Special Education students at the elementary level.

...feel uniquely THEM. I strongly believe that everyone can write well and can produce an essay they are truly proud of; it just takes some focus and having someone to bounce ideas off of. That's where I come in! In addition to essay writing, I have tutored students in English, Math, and Psychology, and I have worked with dozens of students between the age of 8 and 20. I love bringing a playful approach to learning,...

I'm Akshar Vedantham, a Computer Science and Data Science double major in the Rutgers University SAS Honors Program. In the past, I've guided students from basic math to advanced calculus. My passion extends beyond academia, encompassing history, coding, and reading comprehension. Through a focused and engaging tutoring approach, I aim to not only impart knowledge but also cultivate a genuine interest in the subjects.

...undergraduates in music, anthropology, cultural studies, and writing. I sought to engage students by relating classroom material to the students’ own interests in music, culture, and world affairs. With a certificate in innovate pedagogy from the Teagle Institute, moreover, I bring new media tools into my pedagogic approach, helping students explore material from a variety of angles. Such interactive approaches complement and expand upon more traditional activities, helping students learn to become reflexive about their...

With over three years of experience tutoring, I strive to provide tailored instruction to meet every student's individual needs. Every student is unique and not everyone learns the same way. My goal entering every tutoring session is to adapt the lesson plan to help every student maximize their potential. My specialties include ESL, reading, and beginner Spanish. I look forward to working with you!

...with students of all ages - from Kindergarteners to other college students. Tutoring brings me so much joy, and I consider myself to be a compassionate and enthusiastic teacher. While I am personally most passionate about subjects in the humanities, such as English, History, and Foreign Languages, I enjoy all of the subjects that I tutor and hope that my students will come away from our sessions with a greater love of learning.

...ELA (English Language Arts) in the fall of 2018. I teach Middle school and High School, including IB courses at an International School in Manhattan. I taught College Writing, College Literature, Creative Writing, Rhetoric and Stylistics, Writing from Sources, and Film as Literature. I am currently teaching grades 6-12 where my students are learning such diverse subjects as the Hero's Quest, Dystopian Societies, Gothic, and film studies. I love teaching to my students the various...

...to work for many large AMLAW 100 firms. I enjoy teaching, including winning the regional tournament and driving the van with of my Mock Trial Team to the Des Moines State Championship, during my first time as a PVJH teacher. Additionally, I was employed for over a year with Educational Testing Services as a formal SAT grader. In this role, I graded thousands English SAT entrance exams, providing feedback and improvement recommendations to management. I...

...my local synagogue. During the summers, I've been a camp counselor for kindergarteners, 1st graders, and 2nd graders. I have also tutored middle school students in math and ELA. While I can tutor a broad range of subjects for elementary school students, I have the most experience with reading, writing, and math. Math can be a difficult subject for many students, but it is fun to work together to develop new skills and work our...

...I find that often times students don't succeed in subjects such as math and statistics because they don't understand the practical uses of these subjects; without a fast and rewarding experience, the students get discouraged. I aim to make learning fun and to allow students to examine how the concepts they learn in school can be applied to their daily lives - such as in sports, TV shows, or in the news. In my spare...

...fostering creative and dynamic classroom environments to ensure cultural and academic success. With 9 years of teaching experience, I have taught 1st Grade for 4 years, 4th grade for 2 years, and music for 3 years. As a teacher, I use education as a tool to empower scholars with a strong sense of self-esteem, creativity, and knowledge. With such tools, scholars will be able to advance their lives and the lives of those in their...

...found time to volunteer at the Brooklyn Cat Caf, where I met on of my pets! I have spent the majority of my time teaching elementary aged children core academics including math, literature, writing and social studies. I have also been a science and technology teacher. I am most passionate about math, writing and reading. I am a proponent of positive reinforcement. I was a class clown as a student, and I always try to...

...and Childhood Education. I am NYS dually certified to teach Birth-2nd grade and 1st-6th grade. I am currently working on my certification to work with English Language Learners. I received my Masters degree in Curriculum & Technology May 2023. I have been working with students Kindergarten-6th grade going onto 3 years in the Winter. I have worked with the general population, special education population, and english language learners. It is my passion to help all...

...received my Bachelor of Arts in English, with a concentration in film studies and a minor in anthropology. My passion for literature brought me to New York--specifically to the New York publishing world, where I worked as an assistant to a literary agent for two years. It's probably become clear at this point that the subject I am most passionate about is writing. In college, I worked as a consultant at my school's Writing Resources...