Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Bergen County, NJ

...In my sessions I look to cultivate a balance between establishing a good rapport with my students while committing to doing hard work together. Finding this equilibrium is important for getting a gage early on as to what method(s) of learning will work best for the student. Considering we are amidst a pandemic and students' normal study habits may be compromised, I strive to be sensitive to each student's situation and accommodate accordingly. In my...

I am a prospective law student with experience in creating and implementing a free SHSAT tutoring program. I have a wide range of subjects that I am comfortable in, from Algebra to Writing to overall homework help. I am in my last semester at NYU and I have a lot of free time which I intend to fill by putting myself to work. I am eager to begin tutoring again as it has always been...

...also a trained and qualified SAT / SHSAT Tutor as well as a graduate of Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. When I am not at school, I love relaxing with my fiancee and our two cats - Biscuit and Pumpkin - at our home in Astoria, watching football, playing video games, going to the gym, and listening to all different kinds of music. I am really looking forward to helping you rise to your academic...

My love of mathematics and over 25 years of teaching experience provide me with the ability to motivate students, give them confidence, and make them successful math students.

...was a mentor. I have spent most of my adulthood working with students in some way, shape, or form. I've worked with a lot of students from various backgrounds and across ages. I've also tutored in almost every subject, but math is my specialty. In 2016, I received my Master's degree in Education from the University of Massachusetts at Boston. I was a licensed teacher when I lived in Massachusetts, and now I am teaching...

What makes me a great tutor is patience. If someone if coming to me to learn, I can explain the concepts to them as long as needed without getting frustrated. I want my students to learn! I teach virtually all high school subjects and below and am even open to teaching college curriculum courses if they fit my expertise.... My teaching philosophy is that the teacher and the student need patience for one another. Some topics...

Hi! My name is Albina Islam. I am a recent Health Sciences graduate applying to medical school. I love the "Ooh" moment when something just clicks for a person and I strive to figure out the different routes it takes to get my students to that point. I have experience tutoring high school and college level students in Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, Math (Geometry, Algebra, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus I).

...for the SHSAT (Specialized High School Admissions Test). I am mostly focused on tutoring math at the moment. I love the subject because there are just so many ways to think about and solve a problem. My teaching philosophy is that I want students to feel engaged with what they are learning. I feel passionate about math and I believe that the only way to learn is to want to learn. Besides my love for...

...our future. In my approach to tutoring, I enjoy learning about the individual; not only the student. In order to understand the educational needs of each student, I must first understand each person. I enjoy using culturally relevant pedagogy to ensure that my enrichment is useful and can be applied to daily education. I expect nothing but the best for all of the scholars under my tutelage. Within everyone lies the ability to learn, but...

...SAT and ACT exams. With each student I encourage them to consider the problem in new ways and to think outside of their comfort zone. I believe that doing so is imperative to the learning process, whether we are working on a difficult problem or trying to begin a college essay. I am happy to travel to a location that is convenient for students, whether it be their home, library, or favorite coffee shop. I...

...part of my personal philosophy that we should take the knowledge that we acquire over time and spread it to others in an easy-to-grasp manner. For as long as I can remember, I have always been enthusiastic about teaching others what I know, for I feel that knowledge is to be shared. I am a good listener, easy to get along with, and my main goal is to make everyone I interact with feel comfortable...

...to see the progress people make when they're given a little extra push. I think the worst quality of learning happens when there is a lack of motivation or enjoyment. That is why I try to make every tutoring session an enjoyable one where people can be motivated and want to learn, rather than dread the time spent. I believe that everyone can benefit from a little extra attention in their studies. Each person has...

...SAT as well as many topics such as biology, chemistry and more. I find that SHSAT and SAT are the most fun to tutor because of how straightforward most of the questions are. As a pretty outgoing person, I would best describe my teaching style as engaging and interactive. I want tutoring sessions not to seem like a lecture, but a back and forth between the student and I. In my free time, I like...

...personality. My ambition in life is to become a respected mentor and educator. Personally I am willing to participate in any activity that will broaden any chance of making my ambitions become a reality. Therefore I understand the importance and difficulty of making my ambitions come true. I've been a member of many sports teams since the age of six for both school teams and community organizations. Playing sports not only gave me the opportunity...

...writing and playwriting to freshmen students. I saw exciting advancements in my students' skills during my time there, and I believe it was because I made sure that my classes were always fun as well as informative. I have had the most success teaching when I help my students to develop an independent interest in the material we are working on. When not tutoring, I am a working actor in New York who enjoys running...

...passionate, and compassionate tutor. My teaching experience ranges from high school instruction, private tutoring, coaching, preaching, and leading high school youth groups. I have tutored and/or taught in algebra 1, geometry, American literature, world literature, middle school math, middle school science, middle school English/reading, American history, world history, essay composition, SAT prep, SSAT/ISEE prep, SHSAT prep, and GRE prep. I always try to discern what the individual needs and learning styles of my students are...

Learning math is all about trial and error, that is why we use pencils! Math is a hands on subject where students learn by doing. That is the approach I take when teaching and tutoring math. I am merely a guide to keep students on the right path, rather than tell them where to go.

I'm currently a college student at Macaulay Honors College at Brooklyn College. I am on the Pre-Med track and love to teach students tips to surviving high school and college, which includes acing tests like the SAT.

...and school administration. My interest in tutoring is to help students reach their goals as expediently as possible while making the tutoring sessions an enjoyable experience for the student. I attempt to establish a positive rapport with the student as quickly as possible in which the student feels understood, accepted and liked. If the student is comfortable with the tutor, the focus can be entirely on the subject matter. I use humor whenever possible. My...

I am pursuing a Bachelor's in Engineering at Cornell University. I scored a 1580 on the SAT. I scored a 5 on the AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, and AP Physics C: Mechanics exams. I attended Stuyvesant High School in New York City and am happy to work with any student!