Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Newark, NJ

...background in biology and am hexa-lingual. Upon my arrival in the U.S., I obtained a degree of B.S. in finance from Rutgers University and have worked within the financial industry as a financial analyst as well as as an accountant for over ten years. Nevertheless, I have always carried a profound interest in teaching and tutoring throughout my career while working on Wall Street and within the financial industry. In particular, I enjoy English literature,...

...important that each student identifies the reason that he or she is studying for. Once that goal is vividly envisioned by the student, he or she will find enjoyment and satisfaction in understanding and applying new concepts as the student progresses towards his or her goal one step at a time. After we gain some momentum, it is simply a matter of time before the student masters each mathematical concept. I teach and study math...

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...Urban Environments. For the past couple of years I have tutored a few students on and off in Trigonometry, SAT Math, and GRE Math. I enjoy tutoring Math because I love Math in general, and I enjoy passing that love onto others. I believe that one-on-one tutoring is beneficial for all students, especially in the NYC school system, where education is not focused enough on the individuals. I love reading, baking, and singing - I...

I am 22 years young and a current student at Hunter College majoring in Economics. My experience in tutoring goes from volunteering in a tutorial center while I was a teen to then private tutoring. I love traveling, food, movies, music, hanging out, socializing and enjoying life. ... To create a connection with the student on a personal level and a professional level, and to make them feel comfortable, which will allow a better learning experience.

...background is in English, I taught Science so I'm flexible on content I can teach. From teaching I learned that all students are different, and I'm interested in getting to know the individuals I work with. Everyone has their own strengths, and I believe tutoring is about building on those strengths. I'm happy to teach you some test-taking, reading, and problem-solving strategies so that you can show off your always-growing brain!... I believe in individualized student...

...make the learning stick. I am a Columbia University graduate with a degree in Neuroscience and behavior. I also have received my Masters in Education. I have taught middle school and high school science and for the past 9 years. I am passionate about supporting students in math and science to help them see how skills in the classroom are used In the real world. I have experience teaching math test prep for state tests,...

...college-level graduate with a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary biology, I specialize in tutoring biology and math. I have previous experience in tutoring biology and working as a teaching assistant for multiple undergraduate courses. I aim to make complex concepts more accessible by breaking them down into simple, clear steps and using real-world examples to make learning engaging. My passion lies in helping students understand material at their own pace, building their confidence, and making learning...

Hi, I'm Sammi! I am an undergraduate college student majoring in chemistry and minoring in finance at Boston College. I have worked with many students from grades K-12 as a tutor and teacher's assistant. I have the most experience teaching math, ranging from algebra to SAT math.

...being nice and caring, yet hard and strict when needed. The best part about tutoring is definitely seeing that you are making a difference in the students' lives: not only seeing them doing something that they were not able to do just 20 minutes ago, but also being a mentor and role model. Private tutoring is also rewarding because you get to analyze a student's personality and skill sets, in order to figure out a...

...years. In addition, I regularly volunteer at the Literacy Network helping adult learners receive their diplomas, and at my local library, organizing educational events for children. I enjoy most those moments when a student forgets what they can and cannot do and gets lost in the subject matter. True moments of discovery occur when we absurdly, naively lose the boundaries between our little candles and the darkness around. Further, I love encouraging students to see...

...as well. In high school, I was part of the peer tutoring program and often met with younger students to help them - whether for their upcoming chemistry exam or SAT. I took the ACT myself, and understand how important it 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...

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.

...the most stubborn standardized test questionsincluding those on the GRE Verbal and SAT Writing sections. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College, a writing-intensive liberal arts college, where I amassed a portfolio of over 500 pages worth of research papers. I have also given several talks and presentations over the years including a TEDx talk. My style of tutoring is collaborative and student-centered. I believe in meeting...

...a 4th year student of pharmacy currently attending St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. I am pursuing a Doctorate of Pharmacy, with a goal of obtaining a residency in a hospital setting upon graduation. My areas of interest include Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Sciences, and I have a strong passion for Reading and Writing. I am constantly expanding my knowledge every day in order to eventually help all those around me heal...

...down to their fundamentals and learn from the bottom up, so that it's easier to see how all the pieces of a topic fit together. A ten page paper might seem intimidating, until you break it down into a list of bullet points and ideas. Patience is a virtue and I exercise it dutifully. I'm comfortable tutoring all ages; a bit of empathy can span even decades, I believe. In my free time, I love...

...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 to pursue a doctoral degree during this time...

...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 my students...

...tutoring because of the ability to help students understand difficult concepts they're struggling with, and I enjoy trying to find different ways to break down ideas. My favorite subjects to tutor are calculus, chemistry, and physics, although I tutor other types of math as well. I am a very patient tutor who tries to understand exactly where the student is struggling and how they can improve. Outside of the classroom, you can often find me...

...6-year-old in Mandarin for 2 years and been a Teachers' Assistant at a summer camp in New York City, my hometown. While I tutor many subjects ranging from Algebra to World History, I find SAT prep and college application essays to be my favorite. I've spent entire summers perfecting my skills in these areas, and are also the ones I have received the most help in. I feel the most satisfaction in teaching these skills...