Award-Winning SAT Math Tutors for Students in Camden, NJ

I got my PhD in Sociology from the University of Pennsylvania, and I teach because I love helping students get to their "Aha!" moments. I've taught at the college level and served as an SAT tutor focused on the Writing section.

...English. Throughout college, I held a position of a Teaching Assistant for various mathematics courses. In addition to my experience as a TA, I have years of experience as a private tutor for various subjects. I am committed to helping students understand and love their courses, and am dedicated to achieving this task.... Introduce myself and explain my background in the subject to the student. I also ask students about themselves and their interests.

...time memorizing "steps" to a subject rather than learning it, and inevitably end up failing when they are required to utilize the knowledge in future, more advanced work. In my experience, proper explanations toward understand subjects builds a much more lasting impression and life-long knowledge than short-term exam preparation could ever achieve.

...- the rewards were intrinsic. Thus, I learned to love teaching for its own sake. When I came to college, the opportunities only expanded. I was able to support myself through the first year of college on this skill alone. It continued to be something I enjoyed, and it ultimately led to me directing a...

...important aspects when learning. I have a great sense of understanding how people like to learn and making it fun and casual - stress does not help at all. In my opinion, tutoring is a partnership that requires both parties to work towards a goal. I want to help others obtain a solid grasp of...

...reading comprehension. I worked with star students and students with severe learning disabilities. I love working with students of all ages and abilities because every student is interesting in his or her own way, and I believe that it is only by getting to know a student's unique qualities and interests that I can be...

...a waterspouts day camp in Miami, and a sleepaway camp in North Carolina. I think the most important motivator in tutoring is to show my own enthusiasm for the subjects I teach. Breaking down a problem, and making "problem maps" for complex problems gives students a solid foothold to start and follow through a problem....

...tutor for biology, organic chemistry, general chemistry, and neuroscience, I actively implemented this philosophy, finding creative ways to approach complex concepts. For example, I might steer a writing student studying organic chemistry to explain a reaction as a narrative of molecular interactions, rather than beginning with a complex problem. In the context of shifting careers,...

...even the trickiest test question cannot shake. It is my personal belief that education provides the means to enjoy life more deeply, a belief I hope to instill by example and application in my students. My hobbies include reading, especially science fiction and philosophy, playing board games and video games, and occasionally programming computers.... Fundamental understanding is the only correct target. Combined with coaching on practicing your question-attack strategy with maximal error reduction, I can make...

...leaning must be enjoyable and fun. Stressful learning will get students nowhere. When I work with children, I immediately establish a bond, a relationship of comfort and excitement. I want my students to be comfortable and to love asking questions. I am sure that my love for kids and my own academic achievements will make...

...prep, and Chinese! Often times these subjects can seem boring, but with a little bit of humor and creativity, I guarantee we can make progress while having a good time. I graduated from the University of Maryland in 2011 after spending two years studying and working in Beijing, China. In my free time I enjoy...

...am interested in teaching students how to develop a better grasp of their academic material, improve their learning skills, and succeed in whatever course they take. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy playing violin, reading, and traveling. I also have extensive community service experience and have traveled to China, Kenya, and the Dominican Republic to...

...Math courses. I tutored mainly Calculus, but I also had the opportunity to train and mentor other new tutors. I helped them learn the importance of study skills, learning styles, and communication so they could more effectively help the students they tutored. Math has always been my favorite subject to tutor because I love helping...

...expectations is the most rewarding pursuit one can have. In tutoring, math and chemistry have always been the subjects where I worked with students, and those are the ones that I enjoy the most. Many people are scared off by those subjects, but I enjoy showing students how to simplify and master them. I have...

...help you perform your best on your math tests, whether it be the SAT or an exam in school. I graduated with a BA in philosophy, was on track to medical school, worked in a corporate setting, and am now a graduate student of theology. I have a very diverse background and a genuine interest...

...taking environment. Math and physics tutoring revolves around the exact same principles, and depending on the where the student is in their learning I often speak to the student's guardian to personalize a learning plan that can best supplement their in school learning. I am happy to help in any situation, whether that be homework,...

...worked with eighth-graders preparing for private school entrance exams, have taught Algebra in public school, and I currently teach philosophy at a New Jersey community college. I enjoy helping my students learn to solve problems on their own, think for themselves, and learn the strategies to excel at standardized tests. In my free time I...

...believe are fundamental in the process of "learning how to learn". My personal values are as follows; - Hard Work - Caring - Integrity - Do the Right Thing - Do Things Right - Teamwork - Gratitude My goal is to nurture a partnership with students. Learning is a collaborative effort. Students need someone to work...

...my students to feel safe sharing ideas because this will facilitate the learning process and help reduce stress during teaching sessions. Finally, I believe strongly in the importance of learning from one's peers through social interactions. It is a great idea to practice problems and ideas with friends and classmates because you can see different...

I'm a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania who studied Linguistics and Deaf Studies. I eventually hope to work towards breaking down barriers between the Deaf and hearing worlds and encouraging greater focus on reforming Deaf education practices.