Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Bergen County, NJ

...provide mentorship and academic support to my brothers. As a tutor at Varsity Tutors, I strive to provide this same level of support to every one of my students. Math has always been my strongest subject, and I enjoy learning and teaching it. As a Business Economics major at UCLA, I used Calculus to create Economic models in the majority of my courses. As an Investment Banker, I strengthened my understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts...

...elementary education from the University of Central Florida. While I was working towards my bachelor's degree I worked as a substitute teacher in all grade levels, as well as volunteered as a reading tutor for two years. I love working with younger students, but I have worked with students of all ages. I am very aware what it is like to struggle your way through a test or difficult subject area in academics, which is...

...potential successes. I believe that I can bridge the learning gap through my effective communication skills, patience and passion for learning. And I believe these qualities make me a great tutor. I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Biotechnology from Claflin University and then went on to obtain my Master of Science degree in Microbiology at MIT. Both my undergraduate and graduate training has given me exceptional opportunities to strengthen my critical, analytic and...

...3 years. I graduated from Marist College in 2014 with a degree in Psychology/Elementary Education/Special Education K-6. I feel that my psychology background helps to understand why a child might be struggling or how their frustrations may be hindering their learning. I strive as an educator to meet the needs of all students so they can reach their highest level of potential. I look forward to getting to know you and your child!

...to keep my streak of A's in science going. At the end I received a B-. I went on to study physics because it challenge me to think out of the box and find alternative solutions to problems. Physics describes the world we live in holistically. My teaching philosophy is about dedicated practice. I have a laid back approach to showing you how to attack the problems from a numerical and literary perspective.

...after graduating, I participated in City Year, an AMERICORPS education focused non-profit that partners with schools needing the most assistance. I led the 9th Grade academy where my job was to design tailored math and science curricula for 6-8 high risk academic students in 5 different classes. I provided attendance and behavior sessions for another group of students and I served as the Math Coordinator for my team. Since then, I have been working with...

...and cousins, I have helped guide them through their school selections, exam preparations, and college essays. I attended one of New York's prestigious high schools and have tutored students to prepare them for the SHSAT. Students feel comfortable with me because I take time to learn their style and keep them engaged by explaining to them the larger world applications of the lessons they are learning in school. I am so excited to work with...

...memory, emotional processes, and behavioral neuroscience, so I am well-trained in understanding the processes that can block learning. I also have a good sense of humor, and tutoring has always been a pleasant experience for both the student and for me. Just as I have never shied away from learning difficulties, I also have taught some very technical courses at Queens College, such as Neuroscience of Memory and Psychometrics. My evaluations (from both faculty and...

...be completing my masters degree in nutritional science at Columbia University. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Psychology and Nutrition. Basically If there is a science/health care related subjected a student is interested in learning, I am interested in teaching it! In my experience helping struggling students prepare for exams, we always seem to have the most fun with applicable questions to their lives based...

...first, it was hard to make Jared motivated; every time he got a wrong answer, he would become discouraged. As we continued to work together, I realized that if I wanted to fuel his interest in the subject material, I would have to use the idea of positive reinforcement. I went through the old regents exams and chose questions that were relatively easy. His confidence level started boosting up as he started to get correct...

...currently pursing my MA in Biochemistry at CUNY Hunter College. I have multiple years of experience as a middle school science teacher, as well as being a tutor and teaching assistant for undergraduate chemistry courses. I am passionate about science and math, and am a huge advocate for science and math literacy opening doors for all peoples futures. Outside of science, math and education I am a huge soccer fan, I enjoy playing video games,...

...test prep (primarily SAT and LSAT), but have tutored all ages in a variety of subjects including chemistry, physics, trig, history, English, Spanish, and many others. Looking forward to meeting new students and helping as much as I can! In the rest of my life, I love to hike, I listen to a ton of music, and enjoy reading, spending time with friends and playing sports. I plan on attending law school in the next...

An individual tutor who seeks to be optimistic and wants to help people succeed in their courses.

I am a student at Villanova University and I attended Immaculate Heart Academy in Washington Township, NJ. I've participated in tutoring programs all throughout my educational journey and am ready to help you through yours. I've been through the most intensive schooling and ACT Prep, so that you don't have to.

...20+ years, so I know the academic and social skills that contribute to successful student performance. In the past, I tutored middle school and high school students. In addition to teaching students how to excel inside and outside of a classroom setting, I am committed to the idea that learning should be enjoyed and not seen as a chore. That is why I always do my best to maintain a relaxed atmosphere when teaching. Finally,...

...students, as well as French students when I studied abroad in Strasbourg, France for a semester. I also worked as a French teaching assistant for three years while in college. I especially like helping students learn French. I like to reinforce what they've learned by putting it into practice, whether through worksheets or mock conversations. I also often supplement lessons by introducing them to aspects of literature, videos, and history with which they can practice...

...biochemistry/chemistry/biology. During these two year I did both one on one tutoring and group sessions, In both I used question from textbooks to help students learn concepts. I would go through a question step by step, but also addressing multiple other ways to answer questions. I really do believe that any student can learn biochemistry/chemistry/biology /STEM if their hearts in it. I can help reach your full potential with work hard and great study skills....

...math homework helper for elementary school students, a swim instructor, and led a bilingual workshop in Panama on environmental conservation, which culminated in the awarding of certificate degrees to 12 adult students. My favorite subjects to tutor are SAT and ACT math. While these are the subjects most students dread, I find that this is where a good tutor can induce the most "Ah ha!" moments because there are so many patterns that can help...

...a minor in Cognitive Science. I am very passionate about biology, having taken it every semester of my college career. What I love about biology is how applicable it is to everyday life, explaining the functions of living organisms. Admittedly, there have been a number of times where I sought a tutor to help with my academics. Now, I want to be the one to help others understand the material while creating a growing appreciation...

...in consulting I continued my studies at New York University, pursuing pre-medical courses for entry into medical school. I have completed coursework in General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. I bring patience, diligence, enthusiasm, and a strong attention to detail to each and every tutoring experience. In addition to excelling at my coursework, I have been volunteering at a local hospital while also performing clinical research on Alzheimer's Disease. In my free time I...