Award-Winning SAT Reading Tutors in Essex County, NJ

...the SATs. I studied Math and Finance at Boston College, and tutored while there, and I'd like to continue this track in Manhattan. I also did well on my SATs back in high school and feel I can help students to implement key strategies in getting better scores. I'll be flexible and adapt to different types of learners and do my best to motivate all learners. Boston College, the university I attended, stresses staying connected...

...to support young students in their academic goals and endeavors. I have 6+ years of experience tutoring in STEM and Humanities from grades K-12. I also have experience tutoring in college level Biology and Chemistry classes. As a NYC native, and a Bronx High School of Science graduate I understand that students are constantly under pressure and competition. My goal is to make sure students understand and believe in their own prowess while continuing to...

...can relate to future aspirations. As a tutor, I plan to show students that new subjects and obstacles seem intimidating at first; however, they are not alone, and all experts had to start somewhere. While I will try to relay that message as a tutor, the message is the same for all aspects of life. I didn't always love mathematical subjects, but after having some amazing teachers/mentors, I have realized how relatable/impactful the subjects can...

...He was also a contributing author to UPenn's undergraduate medical journal Synapse, played both saxophone and piano for the Penn Jazz Band, and served as a tutor and TA for a wide range of core science and neuroscience courses. Kenny scored in the top percentiles in both the SAT and ACT, with additional expertise on the SAT Subject Tests and AP exams in Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics. With a wealth of tutoring and TA experience...

...teacher at an urban elementary school in Atlanta, where she led her students to achieve significant academic growth. Wanting to gain a deeper knowledge about the issues surrounding education and levers for improvement, Mary attended the Harvard Graduate School of Education and earned her Ed.M. in Education Policy and Management in Spring 2015. Mary currently lives in New York City and works as a consultant for an education non-profit. She tutors most K-12 subjects, but...

...process of learning is fun, but also the multitude of things out there to learn are incredible. I love looking at things like bridges and airplanes and thinking about the brilliant minds who came up with a way to cross expansive rivers and oceans. I also am constantly amazed by the human body and what it accomplishes every day. My passion is sharing this excitement about learning and inspiring others to find the same joy....

Hello! My name is Claire and I'm a student at Cornell University majoring in applied economics and management. I'm knowledgable in test prep, math, writing, reading comprehension, accounting, and economics.

...most well versed areas include: Economics, MCAT/Pre-medical counseling, and writing skills and techniques. I also am proficient in tutoring for SAT and SHSAT test prep, basic college and high school sciences, history, and basic mathematics. My tutoring philosophy centers around a combination of a holistic and independent approach. I believe that the best way for a student to learn is the way in which they have been most comfortable in the past, tailored to each...

Hi! I'm a Long Island, NY based nonprofit development and communications professional with a B.A. in Sociology and Communication Studies from SUNY New Paltz. I'm passionate about english language studies, social sciences, and history. I worked as a peer tutor throughout college and look forward to helping middle school, high school, and college students learn with an individualized, real world approach.

...test scores were the sixth highest in New York State. My belief that every student can succeed and my relentless pursuit of that goal enables our success. Every day, I analyze student work to diagnose strengths and weaknesses and form individualized plans to accelerate every student's understanding. My engaging teaching, high expectations, progressive curriculum, and strong relationships with students and parents ensure that the plan is implemented to the highest level. With excellent, passionate teaching,...

...SHSAT, I qualified for the Advanced Science track at Stuyvesant High School. I have also stayed familiar with the SAT and ACT. My test preparation is rooted in knowing the test material, and then performing on test day. Test anxiety is a problem for many students, and with my psychology background students learn to test with confidence. In my spare time, I am a voracious reader and write and perform comedy, including stand up, sketch...

...on these exams, test-taking strategy is a strength of mine, including time management and general multiple choice strategy. I was a National Merit Scholar and AP Scholar with Distinction in high school and I enjoy helping others perform to the best of their ability on these sometimes stressful exams. As a tutor, I strive to keep students engaged by employing a more hands-on approach to learning. I aim to minimize time spent "lecturing" and instead...

...tutoring can sound like more school and does not always sound like fun. I believe that if a student is relaxed and excited for a tutoring session, they learn a lot more and are more engaged in the lesson. Especially with test prep for standardized exams, which can be a lot of pressure for students, I like to come up with individualized test-taking strategies for each student I tutor. If I can help a student...

...the past ten years, I have taught additional classes in acting, history, musical theater, and even swimming! It is my experience that all students learn differently, and I enjoy finding with each student the best path for optimal results. Usually this means finding the intersection between the student's own interests and what the material has to offer. Outside of teaching, I enjoy running, yoga, reading, discovering anything at all, and watching the Bulls try valiantly...

...available to tutor in many subjects, but I am especially passionate about writing and composition; I strongly believe that every person has a story worth telling and I want everyone to have the tools necessary to express themselves. My teaching style is one of patience and encouragement, but does not lose sight of deadlines. I am a lifelong lover of music, drama, and film. I played alto sax in the marching band and pep band...

...most passionate about are History, English, Creative Writing, and Literature. I truly love everything related to history, and am constantly reading and learning about the subject on my own time. My tutoring approach is to make the sessions as helpful and comfortable for the student as possible. I strongly believe that a student's best work is done in an environment where they feel they can ask questions and learn at their own pace.

...summa cum laude in 2011. I'm currently a PhD Candidate and Instructor in the English Department at Stony Brook University. Over the past eight years, I've worked with a wide range of students, ages elementary through college as both a tutor and classroom instructor. I teach college literature classes during the year and work in a pre-college program at Columbia teaching research, writing and public speaking to high school students every summer. I love discussing...

...and Mount Holyoke. I also worked for the University Writing Center. Working with students one-on-one, informed by faculty guidance and frequent workshops, I developed a tutoring style that focuses on collaboration and flexibility. No matter the subject, I believe that we learn best when we discover for ourselves, and forget when we are lectured. I spend my spare time reading, writing, talking, listening, and trying to stay active, so that I can read, write, talk,...

...entire undergraduate career to these fields has allowed me to gain a deep and thorough understanding of those topics and enables me to teach these subjects to students effectively and competently. I truly value the importance of a great teacher/professor/tutor when it comes to learning and engaging students in a way that makes the lesson memorable and easy to understand! My favorite subject is biology and I am especially passionate about molecular biology/genetics because of...

...as both a Guest Lecturer and a Teaching Assistant. In both instances, I taught Literature and Creative Writing. I've also taught research methods and interned in the Folger Shakespeare Library's Education Department. As a tutor, I've helped students with grammar, vocabulary, writing, critical reading, and literary analysis. Although I'm comfortable tutoring on a number of subjects, I particularly enjoy teaching English, writing, and critical reading. I like working one on one with students, helping them...