Award-Winning REGENTS Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...needed to graduate. Through collaborative planning and designing of problem-driven mathematics lessons, I strive to develop a culture of inquiry that promotes student persistence and flexible thinking in problem solving. This approach has led to a 64% passing rate of my summer school algebra, Algebra 2 and trigonometry students who failed the regents exams in the June with a 65 and below. And Encouraged 40% of students to achieve mastery level(85 and better) on their...

Hi! My name is Sydney Mueller, I am a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelors in Cognitive Neuroscience. I am now working as a healthcare consultant.

...counting on fingers when doing problems because it makes a problem longer to solve. Once a student deals with variables, those fundamental skills are needed. Second, repetition is a key to success. Continuously going over a topic will help a student understand the steps needed to do a problem. Even if a student understands the topic well, I will go over it step by step with one or two examples. Immediately after, I will ask...

...to be much more intuitive than they initially believed. I believe that patience is the most important quality during tutoring. I will take any measure needed to ensure my students feel comfortable with the material and are able to confidently approach it. I enjoy visiting museums and finding new interests in my free time. There are many things to learn about the world, and seeing those things first hand is an experience in itself.... Patience is...

...of knowledge. My love for teaching goes beyond the classroom. As the CEO and co-founder of the "Spark-Light" organization and its branch "Level Up", I have played a significant role in facilitating math and science education for disabled students. In a similar vein, my best-selling book, "Intro to Robotics and Circuit Building," was designed to demystify the principles of circuit engineering for beginners. My success in these endeavors exemplifies my ability to communicate complex ideas...

...writing, and can provide assistance with college-level history and writing classes. I would also be delighted to provide services for the NYS history regents, and essay writing assistance. I believe that every student is unique, and needs to be approached with a teaching style which fits their needs. Some students need more time on certain subjects than others. The student will receive one-on-one tutoring, and we will move forward at a pace that best suits...

To help students gain a proper understanding of the subject material and gain confidence in their abilities.

I am a dedicated, competent, patient educator who strives to work collaboratively with students and colleagues to ensure high ethical standards in teaching and assessing.

...In my experience working with students who are struggling in math and science, I aim to help them develop their problem solving toolkit and build confidence in their academic intuitions. I also hope to pass on my passion for math and science to my students and make these often unpopular subjects more enjoyable. I'm a very visual learner and teacher, and I like to use charts, drawings, and physical models to help illustrate abstract concepts...

...assistant at a Korean SAT Academy for around 2 months over the summer as well. As a teacher, I try to provide my students with numerous different methods for approaching a problem before giving them practice problems to work on. Most importantly, I strive to first understand my students' learning styles. After doing so, I shape my method of teaching to match their form of learning so that the students could better understand the topic...

...a recent addition to Varsity Tutors. I grew up in Westchester County, where I volunteered as an assistant creative writing teacher in high school. After high school, I moved to Evanston, Illinois for school. I studied a wide variety of subjects in college: from Medieval Literature to Buddhist Psychology. I moved back to New York after graduating to pursue a career in the arts. I currently work as a reader for the literary director of...

I have been a personal tutor and have also taught in group settings for over 5 years covering topics ranging from math and science to Korean and computer science. This emphasized the importance of being adaptable and using different teaching methods for different pupils. My philosophy is positive reinforcement as a motivational technique and a way to bond with the student.

...Reading and English preparation (with my own score of, 35) who have seen great success in these areas! Raised with the belief that your education grows with you your whole life and is your most important asset, I aim to help students reach their full potential in whatever subject of passion they are currently studying. When I'm not looking at a screen studying or playing games, I enjoy tennis, sketching, and listening to metal music!

...very hands-on approach to all my teaching and tutoring, particularly when it comes to preparing for standardized tests, so that my students develop the critical thinking skills necessary to feel confident and prepared. I believe learning should be fun and purposeful, which is why I make sure my students understand why what they are learning matters and how it will help them. Education leads to opportunities and I work tirelessly to impart this knowledge to...

...in my hometown of Detroit, Michigan. I have been a classroom teacher for eight years, teaching mainly math (but also science, literacy, and journalism) at both a high school and middle school level. I love working one-on-one with students to help them understand they can do so much more than they think they can. While I tutor multiple subjects, I am most passionate about teaching math. My goal with my students is to guide them...

As a self learner, I understand different struggles that students like myself might come across. I have a great passion for math and would love to share the tips and tricks that I have discovered that are application to not only the liberal arts but also in non academic activities as well.

...WPTP was a wholly fulfilling experience, and through it I learned how rewarding it can be to work one on one with a student toward a common goal. I'm an avid reader and a very strong writer with a penchant for time management and study skills, so I'm especially looking forward to tutoring students in these areas, but also look forward to working with students on mathematics and test prep. It is my personal philosophy...

...get where I currently am. I am an undergraduate student at Stony Brook University majoring in Mathematics, so you could say that Math and me really click. I have worked with others, trying to better help them obtain a better understanding of math and they have shown bright results. My hobbies include some outdoor activities like going row boating or hanging with friends. I sometimes spend time working on my Youtube channel.

...for close to eight years in education and over three years as a classroom teacher in New York City. I love teaching math and helping others work through difficult problems. I specialize in Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II, and Precalculus. The best part of teaching is breaking down complex topics into smaller, more understandable pieces. My strongest held belief as an educator is that every student can learn if they have the right tools.

I am currently a 7th grade math teacher at Lyons Community School in Brooklyn, NY. I have been in that position for 2 years. I greatly enjoy my job as a teacher and mentor for my students. When I am not teaching, I enjoy exercising and right now I am training for my first half-marathon. I also enjoy watching documentaries and classic movies. I look forward to working with your child!... My teaching philosophy is that...