Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Elizabeth, NJ

...and work here. Since Math and English are heavily tested subjects, I've had the opportunity to help many students in these areas. They actually have some significant similarities: they're both very structured and based on sets of rules. You just have to know the rules and how to apply them. And because of the structure, I think of Math and English problems as puzzles; it makes solving them easier, and it can even make them...

...writing. After earning my B.A., I moved to California to teach at an inner-city charter school. There I worked directly with under-performing students in one-on-one and small group settings. I honed my ability to explain even the most challenging material in simple terms and to motivate the most disheartened students to try again. In September 2012, I began my work in Rwanda with the United States Peace Corps. The only Westerner living in Kinazi sector,...

...in both the Critical Reading and Mathematics Sections of the SAT. I try to impart study habits to my students that are not only useful but I feel absolutely necessary for success. I feel that my strength lies in predicting student mistakes and preparing for them in advance, as well as teaching students to look at problems in the simplest way necessary to learn and make advances. In my free time I am a passionate...

...laude and Phi Beta Kappa. I’m currently a paralegal in Manhattan, and I’m planning on applying to law school next fall. I’ve always had a love of learning, and I'm particularly interested in politics, history, and religion. I am an avid reader and enjoy discussing literature and popular culture. I’ve worked with teens in classroom settings in multiple capacities, including as a tutor, a volunteer health teacher, and a program leader for NYC youth. I...

...biology and mathematics for elementary, middle, and high school students. Many of the topics I've tutored are fresh in my memory since I have recently completed courses that cover those specific areas. Beyond tutoring for school subjects, I have assisted several students with SAT preparation, including providing practice problems and test-taking strategies to improve their scores. I understand the amount of dedication and commitment needed to achieve a desired score, and through tutoring, I continue...

...subjects, my favorite subject to tutor is math because of the systematic methods involved. My job as a tutor is to provide resources for my students and to guide them when they need help. I believe that the best kind of student is one who wants to improve as much as I want to help them. There must be effort from both sides. In my spare time, I like to knit and do other DIY...

...The Graduate Center at CUNY where she works on computational models of language acquisition. She is also a adjunct lecturer in Computer Science at Hunter College. Tutoring for now nearly a decade, Katherine is passionate about empowering her students to learn through hands-on challenges. She takes particular pride in the confidence and self-reliance her students develop in their work and works hard to create individualized environments where her students, regardless of age, learning style, or...

...in Spanish-speaking countries. I also have experience tutoring elementary math; I spent an entire summer creating and teaching an original curriculum of basic skills math classes to high school students. I also took the SAT fairly recently and would love to pass my expertise on to any high school student preparing to take the test soon! My teaching style/philosophy is visual and practice-based. I always tailor my sessions to the the student's specific needs but...

...a range of work experiences in education, from teaching middle school English to tutoring fourth graders in math and coaching college-level writing. I graduated from Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine with a double major in English and math, and completed an honors thesis in the English department. I have also completed a Masters of Divinity at Union Theological Seminary and am in the process of applying for medical school. As a tutor, I enjoy working...

Full-time MBA student at NYU Stern (Graduating May 2018), beginning a career in Investment Banking upon graduation. Undergraduate English major at Yeshiva University (BA '11) graduated cum laude. Experience working with students of all ages and skill levels. During my free time: I am a big sports fan (football, baseball, and hockey) and enjoy Crossfit training, cooking and baking, and winter sports (snowboarding and skiing).

I am a graduate of Columbia University and the Jewish Theological Seminary, with BAs in English and in Talmud and Rabbinics. I am very passionate about all things literature, grammar, linguistic, and Judaic! I love working with students of all ages to share my expertise and love of learning. I look forward to working with you too!

...of the SATs coming up. I was falling behind despite being a straight A student in my other classes. My friend Pat tutored me for weeks and I got an A. It was this experience that made me realize the importance of additional help and how important it is to share your knowledge with others. I bring this experience with me with every student I tutor and let them know that tutoring is nothing to...

...Middle School Math, Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Calculus 1, SAT, and ACT. While I enjoy tutoring all these subjects, I am particularly passionate about SAT and ACT prep, as I believe that mastering test-taking strategies can open doors to incredible academic and career opportunities. My approach emphasizes building a strong foundation in problem-solving, time management, and analytical thinking, helping students gain both confidence and independence in their learning. I look forward to helping students...

I am a diligent student, currently attending Cornell University for meteorology. I am committed to excellence in everything I do. I am extremely passionate about music. In fact, one of my favorite things to do in life is write/play/listen to music. I spend much of my free time doing these things. I also enjoy playing sports such as soccer and basketball.

...I currently live in New York. Tutoring has been an important part of my life since college, when I tutored and mentored K-8 students in Math and Literacy at urban Los Angeles elementary and middle schools. I have also tutored students for the No Child Left Behind Act, as well as peers and students in Writing and the SAT. As a law student, my critical reading and writing skills are strong, and I can help...

...recipient of Yonkers High School, I have always found an affection for the learning community. As an older sister of two younger brothers, I have grown up tutoring and helping my brothers in all subjects focusing especially on English, Mathematics, and the Sciences. My passion for the medical sciences, chemistry, and biology led me to pursue a bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences and tutor in subjects such as biochemistry, immunology, virology as well as standardized...

...three years studying under some of the greatest professors and graduate students in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The knowledge I gained from that experience helped me through my coursework and my college applications leading me on the track to continued academic success. The experience also taught me the importance of supplementary instruction and education. While many in the program came from schools with low college acceptance rates and families where college was not...

...a minor in Psychology. While obtaining my college education, I was able to complete my student teaching hours at my childhood elementary school, Saint Joseph School. Then complete two full years of 2nd grade reading approach at Peshine Avenue school in Newark NJ. During, my years of educating myself, I then became a first time mom to a beautiful baby girl, named Kayleigh. This is where my passion for teaching grew even more. During, Kayleigh's...

...Society and International Language Honors Society in Chemistry, Biology, and Calculus. I have experience teaching students of all ages through working in the Bronx Zoo Educational Department as a Discovery Guide, where I educated zoo visitors about wildlife conservation. I am proficient in reading, writing, and speaking in Spanish. I was raised by a native Spanish speaker, and have excelled in courses such as AP Spanish Language. Outside of academia, I am also a USCF...

...I have also served as a volunteer English as a Second Language teacher to adult immigrants in Richmond, VA. I spent the past year working as an English Language Assistant for the French Ministry of Education. My role as a language assistant involved leading small group discussions and creating original, culture and vocabulary-based lessons for English students in a vocational high school and general middle school. During this year I also provided private one-on-one tutoring...