Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...on the test. I also have experience tutoring elementary school and middle school students on any subject and I use hands on, self written lesson plans to make your students learning experience as engaging, and fun as possible to maximize their interest on a topic. I am also a chess tutor, I have a peak rating of 1600 ELO on lichess.com, a very popular online chess site and around 3 years of playing during my...

...and understand the story or main theme. Through discussion and analysis of the core theme, the student begins to identify the writer’s style, the mood of the scene, grammar, structure and expanded vocabulary. I utilize writing prompts to guide the student to reflect upon the passage, engage in further research on the internet and write a two page essay for the next class. Through reading the assignment aloud, the student author takes ownership of his...

I am a writer and educator who is passionate about student learning. I have been a writing tutor at Duke's prestigious Thompson Writing Program where I assisted a wide variety of writing in the sciences and the humanities. I also created and led a summer workshop for public high school students to assist them in writing their college essay applications.

...college level in Beginners and Intermediate Spanish. I was so happy to add Spanish to my repertoire of tutoring subjects because it is a personal favorite. Learning Spanish is fun and exciting! It has been an integral part of my life since when I first began learning it at the age of 14. However, I rapidly learned because I immersed myself in Spanish music, television, and culture. I also traveled to the Dominican Republic in...

...always enjoying teaching as well as helping others which is why I was a math lab tutor for 2 years in high school, as well as working in the College Library Instructional Computing Commons at UCLA for three years. I have done some craigslist tutoring on the side with my friend Sindy who is an QKids English tutor. All in all, I believe I would be a good fit as a tutor, and look forward...

...I've tutored for many years: in the latter half of high school I coached middle schoolers, along with several freshmen, through standardized test prep, working from the PSAT to the SAT. In college I worked as a teaching assistant in the Economics department, a role which saw me leading the class in guided recitations, as well as organizing, distributing, and reviewing the assignments for some 100 students. I tutor across a broad range of subjects,...

...specialize in helping students develop essential skills such as executive functioning, study techniques, and time management. My background in psychology allows me to understand each student's unique learning needs, enabling me to provide tailored support that fosters growth and confidence. I am dedicated to creating a positive, supportive environment where students can build the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally. Through personalized instruction, I aim to guide students toward long-term success.

...Core) Regents Examination in Algebra I (Common Core) Regents Examinations in United States History and Government Science Regents Examinations: Physical Setting/Earth Science New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test NYSESLAT The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) The SAT (formerly Scholastic Aptitude Test, Scholastic Assessment Test, SAT I: Reasoning Test, and SAT Reasoning Test) Access to subject materials and practice exams Foreign Language Experience: Spanish / ESL / ESOL Fourteen years...

My goal is to show students that they can learn, improve and achieve in different subject areas. Adaptation to different student learning styles and getting to know the students are critical in achieving success and all students are capable of reaching a high level of achievement through hard work and dedication.

I began tutoring at a local tutoring center, and I tutored a variety of age groups, ranging from middle schoolers to high schoolers. I love staying active, whether it be riding my bike or playing basketball. I have a passion for chess as well as reading, and I enjoy trying new things.

...Studies. Rutgers University M.A. Candidate 2025 in Political Science focused on American Politics and Government. I believe that helping students target the material they feel they are struggling with is the most important method of tutoring. 5+ years of experience tutoring English, History, Government, and SAT/ACT. I look forward to helping students who are looking to develop a better understand of the U.S. Government and/or who are looking at improving the writing skills and developing...

...of the classroom I've received two fiction fellowships - one from the magazine "A Public Space" and the other from the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, MA. I love teaching and tutoring students of all ages. I believe a good tutoring relationship starts with an understanding of the student and his or her goals. I know going in that anyone I work with will necessarily be an expert on something that I know little...

I graduated from UCLA in June 2017 with a degree in International Development Studies, and I am currently working for a nonprofit in New York City as a Business Development Intern. My strengths lie in essay writing and research, as well as basic Spanish speaking skills. I love helping others out in whatever way possible, including giving college, internship, and interview advice.

...Conference, where I learned how important it is to express yourself and your ideas clearly. In my experience, a student can't learn if he or she doesn't see the connection between academics and pursuing one's dreams. For example, Algebra may seem useless in daily life, but a solid foundation in math allows me to understand basic principles of business that are essential for working with others. Through being friendly and accessible, I work to make...

Hi, I'm Sammi! I am an undergraduate college student majoring in chemistry and minoring in finance at Boston College. I have worked with many students from grades K-12 as a tutor and teacher's assistant. I have the most experience teaching math, ranging from algebra to SAT math.

...recipient. Since starting high school, I have tutored younger students in a variety of topics, such as Math, Chemistry, and English. While I enjoy learning about many subjects I am the most passionate about Math and Physics. I want to help students overcome academic challenges, in order to encourage their intellectual growth and curiosity both inside and outside of the classroom. I am able to tutor students in elementary, middle school, and high school (IB)...

...their own pursuits in these essential fields. My personal passions are Sociocultural Anthropology, Sociology, and Linguistics; however, I love to work on anything related to History (US, European, and World), Economics, Government and Law, English (Critical Reading and Writing), and Foreign Languages (French, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese). I hope to not only help you with prescribed academic work, but also to help stir a passion within you to never stop learning. As the adage goes,...

...since I self taught myself countless math and science subjects in high school. People would always seek my help because I could explain the information in a way that was clear and applicable. I understand how frustrating it can be to learn something new or master complex equations and chemical principles. I was not born a genius, like Einstein, but I have realized that true hard work and dedication can get you far in your...

...from Brooklyn, New York. Having always had a love of school and learning, I initially began tutoring as a way to gain community service hours but then realized that it meant more to me. As both a general homework and specialized reading tutor (trained in administering DIBELS and differentiated reading instruction), I have a wide array of experience with different subjects. I can't wait to get involved with Varsity and continue making a difference!

...allow me to tell great stories and (hopefully) increase the level of knowledge among the public. As a recent student myself, I understand how the pressures of school can sometimes work against your innate curiosity. As a tutor, my goal is of course to help you maximize your success in school and standardized tests. But it's also (again, hopefully) to make room for curiosity, and to remind students, at least a little bit, about what...