Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Hoboken, NJ

...on a weekly basis in a wide variety of subjects. I graduated from Middlebury College in 2012 with High Honors in Neuroscience, and now plan to attend medical school. I am a diligent worker and consistently ensure that I am prepared to meet the student's needs. I am exceptionally patient and excellent at developing creative ways for learning when I see a student needs a new approach. Further, from years of experience taking standardized tests...

...students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes, knowing that it's all part of the learning process. Outside of academia, I enjoy watching "The Office," a show that has taught me the value of humor and human connection in all aspects of life. I also enjoy reading about psychology and personal development, which helps me better understand my students' perspectives and motivations. This combination of technical expertise, teaching experience, and a deep passion for student...

...quickly and I get to share my passions for the subjects that I teach. I like to have sessions that are not pressured or intense, but I do like to cover as much material as we can fit in. I have a passion for math and other subjects that I love to share and have plenty of tricks I can share with you to make your academic life easier. I look forward to working with...

...have been in the educational field for over 30 years. For the past 10 years I held a position as a school director at an international school back in Dominican Republic. For many years I worked as a language teacher in an elementary school in New York as well as in Dominican Republic. At the beginning of my career, I worked as an elementary teacher here in New York City; I moved to Dominican Republic...

...classes and led daily Guided Reading instruction. I am 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...

...for any students, and it has the potential to open countless doors in the future. I love working with students to prep for the SHSAT, PSAT, SAT, or ACT because I feel that I can really help students by making the process of prepping for and initially intimidating test much less scary and overwhelming. Learning should be a fun and engaging process, and I always strive to bring a fun and interactive approach to tutoring...

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.

...of my passion for tutoring. Anybody can be good at school. Everyone learns the same material, but in different ways, affecting how much one is able to retain what they have learned. The difference in how information is conveyed to students, is the sole reason for why certain kids perform better than others. Every student has a different way in which they understand and learn. In a classroom setting however, teachers are unable to convey...

...college education, I am proficient in all the SAT sections, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, general Essay Writing, Biochemistry, and Psychology. I personally enjoy tutoring SAT Critical Reading and Physics the most. To me, language is beautiful and I love exploring and discussing the mechanics of analyzing literature (as students must do on the Critical Reading Section). Physics, on the other hand, explains many of the wondrous everyday phenomenon around us. As a child, I would often...

...is to master standardized testing for one's own benefit and also for college applications. I know how stressful it can be - I went through it myself! Proper tutoring can help a student gain not only improved skills in the classroom but a better sense of their own preferred learning methods. Whether it is with real-life examples or countless practice problems (or both!), I am willing to spend as much time as needed with my...

Hi! My name is Kelsey. I majored in math and enjoy helping students understand the subject, along with other subjects! Also, if you need someone to proofread an essay or review a resume, I'm your girl!

...and am willing to go above and beyond to find the right method in order to overcome a situation that my student is faced with. My teaching methods varies with different individuals. I like to approach situations that is the best for my student. My key skills in communication, adaptability, along with an engaging personality and teaching style, our tutoring session will be exemplary. Some of my hobbies include filmmaking, guitar, ukulele, watching classic movies,...

I have been tutoring privately for over many years in the areas of test prep, Reading, and Math. I have a strong passion for teaching and look forward to working with your student to help them reach their academic goals!

...a Latin phrase, usually translated as "a healthy mind in a healthy body". The phrase is widely used in sporting and educational contexts to express the theory that physical exercise is an important or essential part of mental and psychological well-being. Wikipedia All this to say my picture reflects my newly rediscovered health kick to go with my love of teaching and learning. I've been told I'm a natural student. I hope I can help...

...about recognizing problems and applying the appropriate steps in order to reach a solution. Once a student knows how to recognize problems and use the correct techniques to reach a desired outcome, they can accomplish almost anything in Math. My favorite aspect of tutoring is having the ability to teach something I love, while also working to improve the lives of others. It gives me great joy whenever I am able to help a student overcome...

...most well versed areas include: Economics, MCAT/Pre-medical counseling, and writing skills and techniques. I also am proficient in tutoring for SAT and SHSAT test prep, basic college and high school sciences, history, and basic mathematics. My tutoring philosophy centers around a combination of a holistic and independent approach. I believe that the best way for a student to learn is the way in which they have been most comfortable in the past, tailored to each...

...gave her instructions on how to access the internet. The next day, we taught her how to use Microsoft word. We made sure that she focused on each skill alone and ignored everything else that seemed confusing. Two weeks later, she got the hang of it. I tutor by presenting the subject matter in a similar way while frequently setting attainable goals so that students will realize how easy it is for them to master...

...with. I am a great communicator and listener, and have the ability to understand a student's needs. I love creating lesson plans, organising work flow and interacting with the students. Education is a passion of mine and creating a safe, friendly and productive environment for my students to learn is a top priority. I have worked as a tutor for many years and I believe my experience will be an asset to Varsity Tutors and...

...students over the past 20+ years. I have experience with younger students (elementary school) from the after school programs and summer camps. Also, I have experience with junior and senior high school students. Of course, being a college math lab tutor, I gain some valuable experience working with the college level students. I also learned a lot from the students I've taught. To me, teaching is also a learning process. Not only reviewing what I...

...have helped elementary and middle school students improve their overall academic performance and their grades on state tests, in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. I am fluent in French and I enjoy teaching tricks on handling French grammar and literature. My goal is to help students overcome their apparent weaknesses, and support them in acquiring a sense of mastery of the subjects they are interested in. I strongly believe that empowered students make happier...