Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Plainfield, NJ

...how immeasurably valuable education can be, not because an authority figure told them so, but because they know this in their own heart. So far I've tried to impart this idea to students at CitySquash in the Bronx, and Harlem RBI in Manhattan, two programs which blend tutoring instruction and homework help with sports. Tutoring sessions were one-on-one for one to two hours per week. I received my Bachelors in America Studies and in Communication...

I love helping students learn and realize their potential! I know that learning can be tough, but I'm here to help students get the most out of it, get better at it, and want to do more of it.

Hello everyone! My name is Rosie and I am so excited to be a Varsity Tutor. I have had years of professional medical field experience, and I have attended Long Island University. Together, we can become better versions of ourselves on this platform. I am an avid learner, and no matter how many experiences I have had, I am always willing to keep learning and growing!

...graduated with a B.A. in Psychology/Elementary Education with Special Education (dual certified) from Georgian Court University, NJ. I have a passion for teaching and a strong desire to provide students with enthusiasm for learning. Since graduation I have been a substitute teacher for students in elementary and middle schools. Having observed and taught students with diverse backgrounds, I have gained proficiency in designing and implementing differentiated lessons. I believe in using a wide range of...

...am a current student attending graduate school at Columbia University. I graduated from Yale University in 2011 and upon graduation, joined Teach for America, a non-profit organization whose mission is is to help close the current opportunity gap that exists in classrooms across the U.S. I taught 1st 2nd and 3rd grade for three years and while teaching, earned a Master's Degree in Education. In addition to being a classroom certified teacher, I have also...

...am a graduate of the University at Albany, SUNY. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. I was a student of SUNY Albany’s Collegiate Science Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) which provides academic support and research opportunities for underrepresented students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. As part of CSTEP, I tutored General Biology I/II to Biology and Human Biology majors as well as mentored and advised students with their science curriculum...

...online platform management and data driven instruction that enhances personalized learning. My masters in the Science of Education (Special Education) from Hunter College has given me an excellent foundation to education that has allowed me to practice proper implementation of curriculum, school-wide teacher accountability, and effective instruction. I am dual certified in the state of New Jersey to teach grades one through 6 in general and special education. I have successfully instructed all grades, 1st...

...lesson applies to every academic discipline and I use it when instructing students in European History or English Literature or the PSAT Critical Reading section. In order to achieve a firm grasp over any particular subject matter, one must understand both the raw data - dates, names, sentence structures, vocabulary - as well as the times in life when theoretical knowledge must be made into practical experience. When teaching, I make an effort to pair...

...passion for helping students comes from my belief in education's power to transform lives. With experience working with students of all ages, I focus on building their confidence and critical thinking skills. I hold a Master's in International Communication and am currently pursuing a PhD at St. John's University. I specialize in tutoring English, Literature, and History, with a particular love for writing, as it helps students express themselves more clearly. My teaching style is...

I believe personal, one-on-one tutoring is essential for students to fully grasp the material. It affords them the ability to ask questions they may be afraid to ask in a larger, group setting. A good tutor should determine the student's needs and communicate effectively while maintaining a low-pressure environment.

...am a multi-disciplinary theatre artist and voice teacher, with a 15 year background in professional performance and a B.M. in Music Theatre Vocal Performance from New York University. The theater is where I began my community-based education in the performing arts; its influence grounds my intersectional teaching praxis. I believe strongly in the educational sovereignty of the performing arts as a field of study. I continually strive to educate my music students through an intersectional...

As a teacher, I see how students can struggle in reading and writing on a daily basis. My experience is working with elementary school students as well as high school, in reading and writing. I have worked with English Language Learners, special education students, as well as general education. My experience has taught me that there are always solutions to every problem. ... I believe the unique abilities and strengths of a child is critical in...

...it is test preparation, English-language skills, essay writing and editing, or scholarship or college entrance applications, I am confident in my ability to help you learn in an encouraging, supportive, and inspiring way. I hold a Ph.D. in Philosophy and an M.F.A. in English, Literature, and Writing. I have published three books, and I have received scholarship grants, including a Fulbright Scholarship, from multiple countries. I have successfully taught English and Philosophy courses for five...

...have been a highly skilled middle school science teacher for the past three years in New York City public schools. This experience enables much familiarity with the standards and curriculums that some students may need help with in all subject areas. After tutoring some students I realized that they performed better in numerous tasks since they gained confidence and skills from our sessions. I believe that working one-on-one could develop better understanding of a subject...

My passion for teaching has been strong since the 5th grade. The inspiration of my 5th grade teacher and my 9th grade math teacher are the reason I enjoy watching the light click when the student understands the concept that you are teaching them. I believe that every child is capable of many things given the opportunity.

...name is Tanya and I am a learner-grower which means we grow by expanding our mind. I love to learn new things and my wish is that I can help you learn. I have a finance degree and an MBA (Fairleigh Dickinson University) so I can help you learn higher level business concepts yet I also can help you with your grade school math. I enjoy working anywhere along the spectrum of education. Outside of...

...am a graduate of Bard College with my BA in Chemistry and Biochemistry. I am currently pursing my MA in Biochemistry at CUNY Hunter College. I have multiple years of experience as a middle school science teacher, as well as being a tutor and teaching assistant for undergraduate chemistry courses. I am passionate about science and math, and am a huge advocate for science and math literacy opening doors for all peoples futures. Outside of...

...classroom make it difficult to speak up for fear of being wrong, but even the greatest minds among us don't solve every question immediately. My strength is in helping students work through inevitable and often healthy mistakes without becoming discouraged. My intention is to become a full time teacher in the future. In my free time, I'm an avid basketball fan and player, and I can often be found enjoying a good book.

...but it was not a choice I would ever reverse. And if, for now, qualities born of that experience must recommend me more than the usual benchmarks of achievement, they may be of more value anyway. Compassion and patience, with recourse to humor, are certainly invaluable for a tutor. I have always been able to do well in academic settings and test-taking. Much of this success derives from long-hours devoted to assignments and preparation, but...

...a recent graduate of Stuyvesant High School and am currently in the Macaulay Honors Program at Hunter College. During high school, I spent my senior year working as a teacher assistant at a prep center with students from grades 3-11 but specialized in preparing seventh grade students for the SHSAT. I also spent my junior and senior year working at Stuyvesant's Writing Center and edited everything from college essays to history research papers. Since then,...