Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Hoboken, NJ

Hello! My content background is in social studies and linguistics. I am fluent in Spanish and have units and lessons specifically created for language acquisition in all four domains (reading, writing, listening and speaking) of English (ESL) and Spanish. I also specialize in writing and employ research based methods to make a student's writing structured and well organized.

...Shanghai and coming back to the US where I worked at a midsize marketing firm, I realized I am really most passionate about literature and reading. I left the marketing world to pursue academia and have been fully immersed in this world of learning and tutoring for over a year. Outside of Varsity Tutors, I also tutor an 11th grade boy several times a week in AP English and AP Biology. Personally, I also enjoy...

...graduate of Vanderbilt University who has a passion for teaching and tutoring people of all ages. I am an Economics major with a minor in South Asian Studies. My goal as a tutor is to cater to each student's needs and personality on an individual basis while giving every student the tools necessary to achieve their goals! I have tutored several SAT students who have see substantial score improvement in their subject and general SATs.

...a strong understanding of basic applications is an essential part of every student's education. I strive to create a friendly and light-hearted working environment where students are comfortable asking questions because, from my experience, it is more conducive to learning. I tutor a host of Mathematical subjects but also specialize in helping students through the academic writing process. In my spare time I enjoy writing various forms of fiction and playing competitively for my college's...

...Teach for America corps member, I taught 4th grade in both a General Education and in an ICT Setting. During this time, I completed my Master of Arts in Education from Relay Graduate School of Education, graduating with distinction. As a teacher, I led my students to achieve over a 70% pass rate on the rigorous Common Core ELA Assessment, and over a 90% pass rate on the Common Core Math Assessment. This past school...

...high school English teacher. I have Master's degree in secondary English education and an undergraduate degree in Mass Communication from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I taught tenth and twelfth grade English to both AP and general classes and am AP College Board certified. In graduate school, I focused specifically on the works of Shakespeare, lyric poetry and modern and post-modern American literature. I have also taught journalism and public speaking. I am a...

...teenagers with contrasting interests and personalities and have developed a deep empathy for adolescents and the stresses of their lives. In my own time, I dedicate myself to my personal work in theater and writing. I love film, music, reading, going on runs, and eating good food. If you are looking for help with your reading and writing, I am confident that I can help you and I am eager to do so.

I hold a BFA in Writing, Literature & Publishing from Emerson College and an MFA in Creative Writing from Fairfield University, where I graduated with a 4.0 GPA. I have been published three times for my fiction writing, and would love to help others improve their writing! I specialize in all types of writing, from analytical essays to opinion pieces and blog posts. I can also help with reading comprehension work.

Passionate and effective English teacher with experience helping students to improve their vocabulary, reading comprehension and writing. Adept in all aspects of activities in the four areas of language learning; speaking, writing, reading and listening. Bringing forth several years of experience, combined with a passion for serving as an efffective educator and helping students to achieve proficiency in the English language.

...Spanish at all levels, from novice to advanced. Since then, I have branched out into other academic areas including elementary education and high school/college humanities. My favorites are writing and foreign language, but I'm always excited to learn and grow with a student in any subject. I take a tailored approach to my students' learning, making sure that I understand exactly what they need and am able to provide it. Each student is unique, and...

...of the Columbia Publishing Course. As someone who works in publishing, the written word is my life. I'm passionate about giving my students the skills they need to tell their own stories in the ways they want to tell them. I have years of writing experience in workshop classes and literary reviews, in addition to my volunteer experience in teaching English as a second language (ESL). In college, I volunteered at my university's international student...

As a tutor, I have found that every student has a unique style of learning, so careful listening is one of the most important steps towards effective teaching. In fact, I believe it is the responsibility of a good tutor...... Tutoring is about understanding each student’s specific needs and learning style, and knowing how to help the student unlock his or her own potential. This, in my experience, has been my greatest asset when tutoring. I...

...confines of what previous generations endured. I am committed to fostering that intellect, individuality, and excitement that students deserve when it comes to pursuing their goals. I understand the road blocks, the exhaustion, the frustrations, and I want to do my best to make those disappear. I was bullied in school for my brown skin and embarrassed by teachers for not speaking English at home. It turns out that ethics and judgement are skewed when...

...years later in the mathematics department. I continued to tutor in college and discovered that sharing my knowledge with others came natural and fulfilling to me, especially in the subject of mathematics. I have learned to think of topics in many ways and it is the fluidity with studying and learning that I hope to perfect. I am a certified teacher, currently teaching pre-algebra and algebra at a gifted & talent school. I have also...

...understand the concepts necessary to succeed in some of the most difficult courses such as Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics. In college, I served as an teaching assistant for Organic Chemistry 1 and 2 as well as Biochemistry, and I aspire to become a physician after I finish my Masters degree, and I am currently in the process of applying to medical school. My hobbies and interest include lifting weights, running, basketball, reading...

...of what topics it would be most beneficial to review. I typically begin a session by asking a student if there is any material they have learned since the previous session whose reasoning they would like for me to walk them through. I then help the student work through problems or questions that employ that understanding. My favorite subject to tutor is math; I love helping students understand the logic of a subject in which...

...test preparation as a key that can open doors and I love to work with students of all ages to help them gain more opportunities and motivate them to read, write, and think! I am a 9th grade history teacher and have been in education for six years. I have taught or tutored students in history, English, ESL, writing, and other humanities subjects. I love to work with students of all ages, from kindergarten through...

...in Curriculum and Instruction. I've been a 5th grade teacher for four years teaching math, writing, reading, social studies, and science. I've planned and led family math nights for the town and led drama club, game club, and Math Olympiad at my school. Over the summer, I am at the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth working with third and fourth graders on geometry concepts and volunteering at a camp to create an environment that...

...dynamic teaching as a means of creating and nurturing a lifelong love of knowledge in children. I have been teaching over seven years high school and middle school students and always encourage my students to take an active role in their learning. I enjoy reading, sports, and spending time with my family. I am very active in school as a Class Advisor, National Honor Society Advisor, and Community Service Coordinator. I am also an active...

...one of the most important tools a person can have in life. Every child deserves to receive the best education possible, regardless of special needs. Being placed in the least restrictive environment, gaining necessary life skills and learning how to relate and communicate with people from different walks of life is imperative to the academic growth and success of any student. I have taught children with special needs in several school districts for over ten...