Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Essex County, NJ

...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 by creating...

...struggling students! Growing up, I had my share of problems with school, which I now can use to better relate to my students. Having much experience in the classroom with all age levels, I have gained insight on the different ways to approach various topics and content knowledge. Throughout college I was very involved with the public school system around the area. At first, I was a math tutor for students K-8; then a mentor...

Hello! My name is Vanessa Gleason. I'm currently attending Arizona State University and majoring in Sports Management. Along with being a full time college student, I'm also an avid motocross racer and dancer. I have a passion for tutoring and it's my goal to help students achieve their academic goals and become more confident in themselves.

...Stony Brook University and am studying to receive a bachelors in Computer Science and Economics. I have always had a passion for teaching have been involved in multiple paid and unpaid oppurtunites teaching mainly Math, English, Economics, and Science. I belive that no subject is too difficult for a student and with the right approach and dedication from the teacher any student can excel. A strong foundation in the core subjects is essential to reaching...

I am a rising senior at Wesleyan University double majoring in government and music, with a minor in creative writing. I have years of experience teaching and tutoring writing and music both individually and in groups. I work as the editor-in-chief of The Wesleyan Argus at school, which has given me much experience editing and working with writers. I also often teach individual piano lessons and theory during breaks.

...as one of three PhD students of the new medical school. My dissertation project interrogated pre-clinical sex differences in the metabolic neural patterns associated with opioid pain management using18-fludeoxyglucose (18FDG) and micro positron emission tomography (MicroPET). I was able to show that distinct metabolic patterns of pain were sex-specific, and confirmed that an animal model could be useful in revealing distinct metabolic indicators of opioid withdrawal and improve the efficacy of therapeutic intervention. As a...

...equivalency exams. I also worked for a semester as a teaching assistant for the Economics Department at Hunter College. While my specialty is teaching high school math and economics, I can work with students who need help with High school Science and English classes. In my free time, I enjoy reading, cycling, and exploring my City. I am a huge supporter of education and actively work to provide my students with the opportunities and support...

Hello! My name is Adrienne, I am a Cornell University alum, former 8th grade math and science teacher, and current youth worker.

...school to teach and tutor students of all ages! (I also crush it in trivia ;) My approach to teaching is very personalized to each student. I like to find out what their passions are outside of school and use that to connect to subjects they are struggling in or dislike. Having a degree in Music and Theatre, I often use the arts to teach various subjects. I am very excited to begin working with...

...of other subjects, including essay writing, ISEE and SSAT test prep, and reading. I encourage learners of all ages to celebrate their accomplishments regardless of how big or small those accomplishments might be, and I try to motivate my students by making learning fun. I believe that education is necessary for improved quality of life and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, listening...

I am a graduate of Columbia University with a bachelor's in Neuroscience (pre-med). I have tutored many high school students, mainly in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Having just taken the MCAT and scoring in the 97%, I have extensive knowledge in the sciences. I love teaching and believe in a personalized, student-based approach that emphasizes making mistakes to promote learning.

...like teaching. I also coached the girls softball team. I enjoy children and found that I really wanted to help the kids. I received my Masters in Earth Science. I have been teaching science for eight years in the New York City System specifically in the Bronx. I am eager to help students in small groups or one on one. Teaching in such a diverse environment really helped in my classroom management and differential teaching...

...environment while teaching. In this manner, I remind myself that students are the paramount focus of my teaching. I welcome them to feel comfortable and honest in my classroom and to emerge as active members of the teaching and learning process. I want to highlight to students that everyone has the potential to learn math. Whether the student loves the subject or perhaps it is not their strongest suit, my role as a teacher is...

I received my Masters Degree in Special Education from Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY. I was a classroom teacher for 13 years, I am a certified Special Education Teacher. I believe that all children can learn, each child learns in his or her own way. I will keep trying to find the technique that works best for each of my student's so that they can go forward toward reaching their educational goals.... All students can...

I am a junior currently studying biomedical engineering, and I also following the pre-medical track. I am passionate about helping those around me whenever I can, and I am very approachable.

...tutoring on a case-by-case basis, allowing the student to inform me of what he or she needs and what methods of teaching work best for them. I always hold my students and myself accountable, expecting a reasonable amount of progress over a period of time from us both. I always do my best to integrate fun and play as I teach, so that the work for the students stays as far away from daunting as...

I have a BA in Chemistry from Yeshiva University and recently finished an MA in Chemistry from Columbia University. I was a TA for organic chemistry lab/lecture and have done a bunch of other tutoring as well. Obviously chemistry rocks, but I also enjoy tutoring SAT and GRE math!... I'd figure out our end goal, and then outline a plan to get there.... I'd break it down into smaller pieces or use analogies, but sometimes just...

...I try to match my teaching style with their learning style. I am always looking for fun activities to help them understand what they are learning. All of my students improve academically. I received my bachelors degree in psychology. I have been tutoring children since I was 14. I tutor in reading, writing, social studies, and math. My favorite subject to tutor in is reading because it is an important subject and it can help...

...TESOL, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. I have a diverse experience of teaching different grade levels in both general education classes, and special education classes, and as an Academic Intervention Services teacher. My goal is to make students excited about learning, make learning fun for them, and watch them become successful in the learning process. As every child learns differently, I focus on individualized teaching and apply real world application for students to...

I am a University of California, Irvine graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. I have 4 years of experience working as a tutor in Math, Physics, Engineering subjects and Spanish. Also, I am a great at identifying the areas where the student presents difficulties, which allows me to help the student very efficiently.