Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Hoboken, NJ

...struggled in school, so I understand the challenges that lead to many student's frustrations. However, I have overcome my initial challenges, and now love the learning process. My favorite subjects to teach are math and science. I feel comfortable teaching to any age or ability level. As a Biomedical Engineer working in R&D, and a recent graduate of the University of Rochester, I have been exposed to all types of teaching strategies, and am very...

...to score in the top percentile of test takers. A lot of the time students do not score well not because of a lack of knowledge of the material, but rather they are using the wrong resources to study. My methods will help you or your loved one use study time more efficiently by utilizing the right resources and learning from someone who has been in your shoes and managed to beat the odds. Look...

...truly passionate about helping students achieve their potential. I specialize in biology, math and English for success in school or the 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...

I've been tutoring professionally in homes and in institutions (NYU) for over eight years now. I have a breadth of knowledge when it comes to the SHSAT and SAT and all levels of mathematics as I am an engineer by profession. I graduated from New York University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2014. Numbers are my thing :). I work at your pace where ever you may be. ... I believe anyone can learn...

...skills on how to work with college students and how to specifically tutor them. While my method of tutoring may shift a little among different age groups, my foundation remains the same. My goal is to make students feel confident and capable of completing their tasks. I feel it is my responsibility to make sure my students feel motivated, determined, and well equipped to tackle their assignments and assessments. My favorite subjects to teach are...

...preparing for Standardized Tests such as the SAT and ACT can be empowering. By ensuring that students master both the content and format of the test, they will be able to walk in on test day feeling calm and confident. My endeavors, domestic and abroad, have taught me to identify how a student best learns and help them approach conceptual roadblocks with creativity. I strongly believe in the importance of education. I consider it to...

...working as a teacher assistant at a prep center with students from grades 3-11 but specialized in preparing seventh grade students for the SHSAT. I also spent my junior and senior year working at Stuyvesant's Writing Center and edited everything from college essays to history research papers. Since then, I have been privately tutoring seventh and eighth grade students for the SHSAT and helping seniors write their college essays. In these last few years, I've...

...art because they provide students with creative and analytical tools. My teaching philosophy focuses on creating an engaging, supportive learning environment through project-based learning. I aim to make students feel valued and capable. Outside of academia, I am committed to community service and the arts, as demonstrated by my volunteer work with the Hospice of Westchester. My varied experiences have equipped me with the skills and passion to make a meaningful difference in students' academic...

...perfect score on the SAT Verbal (800), I went to a top 5 liberal arts college: Swarthmore. There I studied English Literature, taking courses such as Modernist Literature, Literature of Globalization, Shakespeare Seminar, and Dostoevsky. I then got my teaching license, taught SAT prep for a semester, and then delved into the world of high school teaching. Before becoming an Assistant Principal of a High School, I taught for 6 years, achieving high pass rates...

...tutored underprivileged incoming first years by hosting weekly sessions as well as aided them with lab work. Through these programs, I have developed various techniques and tools that effectively allows students from all kinds of backgrounds to master course material. I created my own worksheets, fun activities and games that encourage students to think outside the box instead of simply relying on memory. In addition, as an aspiring writer and coverage intern for various production...

...I also have had the opportunity to work for the Time In Arts Initiative. Time In is a grant-funded outreach program working to provide enrichment through arts to Pre-K students who attend underserved and struggling public schools in the Bronx and Manhattan. At Time In I was able to combine my interests by working both as an assistant art instructor and grant writer for the program. I believe that the role of an educator is...

...SAT. It is a fundamentally understandable test with a limited number of patterns and question types that can be mastered with practice. The formulaic nature of the test gives me the privilege and joy of being able to reveal a manageable and orderly structure to students who had previously seen only a confusing mess of problems. Similarly, I take great joy in walking students through the mental process of clarifying their ideas and assumptions that...

...also worked as a tutor for student athletes in my final year of college where I helped with whatever economic course in which they were struggling. Throughout these years, I believe the most satisfying times are the moments when students realize they are now confident in their abilities to tackle new problems. I personally love teaching, but I also have a passion for learning; it is this passion that I strive to instill in each...

...constant difficulties of just being a high school student! I have a Masters in Chemistry and much experience tutoring chemistry and math at both middle and high school levels. During my undergrad, I worked at a high school with many disadvantaged students coming from a wide range of backgrounds. I have had experience working with some of the brightest students who are looking to excel and improve as well as experience with students who wish...

...chemistry, and physics. My tutoring style is very student oriented with some lecturing. I make sure that most of the time I am asking questions, even if it is basic, just to get the student to always be on his/her feet. I also make sure to use a lot of diagrams and flow charts when teaching. Outside of school, I spend a lot of time exploring and doing photography. I also love listening to music,...

I am a college student at Fordham University with a lot of experience working with younger students. I currently major in math and love to tutor students in mathematics. In addition, I'm experienced with standardized test prep, and I could help with tutoring for tests such as the SHSAT or SAT.

...library and after school, and my teachers described me as optimistic, helpful, and insightful. I use relatable examples and break down content to its simplest form in order to teach students fully. I think it's extremely important for tutors to be able to analyze students to understand why they're struggling, and throughout my career I've shown the ability to do so. I will guide students to develop their problem solving abilities, to the point that...

...commit to at least 2 hours a day of work. I create a structured curriculum tailored to each individual student. I've always enjoyed coaching students to take tests, because I can help them realize how to find patterns, crack codes and see the whole structure behind the puzzle. Getting better at tests is like any other sport. You have to train better, become efficient, increase confidence and develop basic skills that sharpen your thinking.... I feel...

It is my goal to always help and provide a safe learning environment for all students in which they feel a sense of accomplishment. I am currently teaching in a NYC middle school. I have 13 years teaching experience. Knowledge of current ELA programs being used in schools.... My philosophy of teaching is based on many years of teaching experience. My mission as a teacher consists of three parts: to promote positive learning; to spark student enthusiasm...

I am a professional writer who also enjoys teaching. Over the years I have taught various subjects and at many levels, from pre-K to graduate school students. I am fully bilingal (Spanish and English) and I am a trained musician.