Award-Winning Reading Tutors in New Jersey

...them learn more quickly, retain new skills better, and enjoy the tutoring sessions more. I particularly enjoy teaching science, writing, and test prep. With test prep I've found that supplemental work on fundamental skills helps students improve their scores much more than working through a test prep book alone. Watching students develop confidence in their abilities and improve their performance makes my tutoring sessions some of the best hours of my week!

I believe that every student can learn if the right approach is used. Finding the right buttons for the student to push is the real job of the tutor.... My philosophy is rather simple, but effective. I believe that students should not be spoon-fed information, but rather that they should be helped in discovering the knowledge on their own. Not only is this more interesting and exciting for them, it leads to a sense of 'ownership'...

...degree in English and Writing at the University of California San Diego. As an undergraduate I studied anthropology and Italian literature/language at Temple University. I moved back to Philly immediately after finishing my masters degree, and work part time for an independent non-profit publishing press in Old City, where I also administer creative writing workshops 1-2 times a month. I am a book worm! I think language is interesting and that studying it can give...

As a college student studying to be an elementary school teacher, I have learned how to engage students in their learning by making them active participants. I believe that students learn by doing and a teacher is there to encourage and guide the students through each step of the way!... I believe that learning can be a complex process, and students need to be an active participant. The role of a teacher is to encourage and...

...in the education field since 2016. Something that is vital to a student's academic journey is the foundational concepts such as writing skills, reading comprehension, organization, and more. During sessions, students have the opportunity to continue to hone in on these skills through guided readings, visual aids, writing projects, and more. In addition to establishing those foundational concepts, there is also room for creativity/creative expression and critical thinking through discussions, creative writing prompts, and projects....

...and the social sciences - including sociology, psychology, and linguistics - for more than 8 years. This includes children of 7 all the way up to professionals in their 50s and 60s. It's never too late to start learning a new language! I graduated with my MA in Linguistics in May 2015, and received my BA in French and Sociology in May 2011 with a minor in German. I am thrilled to have the opportunity...

...Creating unique ways of working also with younger students, even as young as age two is another skill of mine. Play is important to these students because it is developmentally appropriate for them. The use of puppets, props, games and role playing are all used to engage these young ones. I have taught English to very young student from non English speaking countries such as China, India, Israel, Dubai and Spanish Speaking countries. My findings...

Sometimes we just need a little boost to make progress and learning something you look forward to. I went to Tulane University for graduate school and Morgan State for undergraduate. During that time I helped students of all ages with test prep, essay writing, college courses, English, spelling, you name it. Just like in sports, practice makes progress!

...college, I was always the friend who read my friends' essays and cover letters. I have been praised by my students and peers for my ability to locate flow, aid in eliminating sections of a text that aren't needed, and help you identify your voice more clearly! In addition, I was always a Mathlete! With Math, I try to help students locate what fundamentals they need to strengthen in order to understand the problem in...

I have the ability to connect with my students and help them not only gain clarity in the subject but also achieve a higher level of self-confidence. My goal is in making the fundamentals clear and thorough understanding of the subject by making teaching and learning an enjoyable experience.

...meaningful connections to written materials, develop a love for literature, and most importantly, develop the skills to be successful in school and in the work place. Every day, I work with students to build upon skills that help support independence in the writing process, from brainstorming and creating an outline, to editing and polishing a final draft. My approach to teaching and learning is to make instruction clear, effective, and to have a bit of...

As a recent high school graduate from The Lawrenceville School, I understand how stressful and difficult school can be, so my hope is to make learning easier for you! I will be attending Hamilton College in the fall with an intended major in biology. I scored a 1520 super score on the SAT. The breakdown was 720 EWR and 800 math.

...I am a rising senior at Cornell University. I am majoring in Chemical Engineering and minoring in business. I have been teaching since high school and have been conducting my own 2 hour weekly supplemental course in math and chemistry for the past 2 years. I have TAed many Chemical Engineering courses such as introduction to chemical engineering, chemical engineering process and design, and reactor design& kinetics. I love helping people understand difficult concepts. I...

Throughout my years of teaching, I have had the pleasure to see my students grow into competent and successful beings. Their confidence grew with our sessions, and they realized that they can do what they thought was the impossible. I enjoy tutoring and teaching because of these moments. There aren’t many professions when you get to help people and see results quickly. This job is one of the few.

...teaching and helping my students meet their goals. I try to make learning fun and to include the interests of my students in my lessons and tutoring sessions. I believe choice is a powerful teaching tool and pride myself of meeting my students where they are and focusing on their specific strengths and areas for growth. I have 7 years of experience teaching in the classroom in grades 2, 4, and 5. I have been...

...adults ages 4 to 18 in the United States, South America, Central America, and Europe for 10 years. I've traveled the world to enhance my experience to educate children of different cultures, backgrounds, and skill level. I am personally well organized, detail oriented, and most importantly fun. I believe children and people learn best when he or she is excited and more interested in the topic. With my skills and experience, I believe that I...

...out, as I enjoy exercise. My favorite sport is Swimming, and I still practice competitive swimming and belong to the US Master's. I also bike, run, do yoga, and work hard at HIIT exercise classes. Being in nature, hiking and travel are also a big part of my active lifestyle. Reading and writing are also interests of mine, and when I can, my favorite place to do both of these is at the beach close...

...of their learning. Making learning a practical and personal experience is key to doing so. While fostering student creativity, curiosity, and risk-taking, my students have fun and know they can accomplish anything they put their minds to. Through my educational coursework and internships coupled with my experience tutoring 1-on-1 and in small groups, as well as, being an instructional aide to students with disabilities at a self-contained school, I have gained invaluable experience and it...

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.

...three years working with classes of various sizes and students of various ages and abilities. While working on my Masters of Arts in Teaching degree I student taught in kindergarten and third grade, and have since completed long term substitute teaching assignments in second, fourth and fifth grades. With my experience in multiple grade levels, I feel that I have built a good repertoire to refer back to while working with students of every age...