Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Plainfield, NJ

...in whatever way I could moving forward. In college, I enrolled in a writing-tutoring program that landed me two jobs on my campus's writing center. As a writing fellow, each semester I worked closely with students in a freshman writing-intensive English class aimed to bring everyone up to the same collegiate writing level. As a writing tutor, I held general weekly office hours that were open to any student seeking a tutoring session for any...

...I have had great success over the years working with students in the New York City public school system which I consider a privilege and a passion. I would love to learn more about you and learn how I can help you to achieve your academic goals! I look forward to hearing from you! Let's work together and make this year one that we can look back on with pride and satisfaction.... ~ All students can...

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...

I graduated from Reed College this May and feel excited to pass my educational passion to elementary school, middle school, and high school students! I am passionate about tutoring Mandarin Chinese, history, anthropology, writing, etc., because my educational and cultural experience in the U.S. as a Chinese national has cultivated my enthusiasm with cross-cultural studies, especially in an educational context. My senior thesis in college explored the postwar history of Chinese students in the U.S....

My first experience with standardized testing was with the SHSAT, which I scored well enough on to attend NYC's prestigious Stuyvesant High School. Four years later, I took the SAT, after a summer of rigorous self preparation, and scored in the 99th percentile in both the Verbal and Math sections. In my academic and professional career, I've found that success is when the right mindset meets hard work and preparation.The beauty of this philosophy is...

...she was 'bad at technology' and it stuck. Eventually, my sister and I sat her down and 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...

I am super excited at the opportunity to work with you. I have some experience tutoring and I really enjoy doing it. I have taught young children elementary level math and have also taught high school students advanced level mathematics, particularly in preparation for the SAT (and ACT, although I have never formally taken one). I am very warm and friendly and think that I can help you or your child learn at an accelerated...

...with interesting historical facts as well as help make sure everyone is accounted for at all times. I've been a teacher and counselor for different drama camps, mostly for middle-school aged kids and kids with special needs as well. I've always had a passion for education which potentially sparked from helping out my little brother during his middle and high school classes, as well as editing his college essays. I took very interesting education classes...

My passion for helping students stems from a genuine desire to foster growth, creativity, and confidence. At DeWitt Clinton High School, I engaged peers in collaborative art and coding projects, enhancing our school's visual appeal and making coding more accessible. My academic journey from DeWitt Clinton High School to Smith College has expanded my knowledge and skills. I have worked in various capacities, including as an assistant in the Athletic Department and as a mentor...

I am currently a student at Stony Brook University working on my BS in Health Science. Previously, I attended the Bronx High School of Science and graduated with honors. I am also certified as an EMT. I have tutored students from both middle school and high school and have work as a TA for multiple summers. I am able to tutor admissions tests such as the SHSAT and SAT as well as many topics such...

I am a knowledgeable, 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...

...High School Placement Test (HSPT), SAT Mathematics, Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT), and Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT). When I tutor, I always make sure a student is never confused with anything and that he or she will ask questions whenever needed. I am here to help and know that it is difficult to move on to another topic without fully understanding its preceding topic. Aside from tutoring, I enjoy swimming and baking a...

...put emphasis on building connections between what students are learning, where they are learning, and how they are learning. I recognize that fostering meaningful relationships between concepts not only aids understanding but also facilitates long-term retention. My goal is to work collaboratively with students, breaking down complex material into manageable parts and helping them construct personal connections between each concept. I firmly believe that no two students learn in exactly the same way, and as...

I'm a recent graduate of Stuyvesant High School and am currently in the Macaulay Honors Program at Hunter College. During high school, I spent my senior year 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...

I am a passionate certified elementary school teacher with five years experience teaching children from 1st through 5th grade. I believe that great learning happens when lessons are hands-on, fun, and responsive to individual interests and skills. I am committed to using the highest-quality materials and research-based methods to enhance learning.

I'm currently a sophomore double-majoring in Neuroscience & Behavior and Science in Society at Wesleyan University. Ultimately, I hope to pursue an MD in Neuroscience while also doing work in Public Health in the future. I love to teach, and enjoy serving as a Deans Chemistry tutor, K-12 Upward Bound tutor, Socioeconomic and Disability intern at the Resource center, and a member of the Title IX Committee at Wesleyan. I really enjoy writing poetry, learning...

I am a third year medical student at Upstate Medical University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Binghamton University in 2022. I have tutored one-on-one chemistry and anatomy and physiology in high school and chemistry for small groups of students in college. I am most passionate about all things science and I have found that the best part of tutoring is that "aha moment" for students! In my spare time, I enjoy...

...few. Most importantly, you should know I emphasize communication for my tutoring sessions. I want you to feel comfortable asking questions regardless of how many times I have to repeat an answer and if I need to adjust my approach I certainly will. I am extremely patient and understand everyone learns at their own pace. These sessions are ultimately for you to reach your goals and help you succeed, and I want to help in...

I currently study computer science at New York University with scholarship. I have tutored students of varying ages on various subjects and I have found that self-studying leaves gaps in one's knowledge. I enjoy challenging myself to explain difficult concepts as simple as possible to help students succeed. My favorite subjects are math and science and my hobbies include chess, running, and swimming.

I pride myself on being a patient, creative, and a passionate teacher who affects positive change by putting the needs of my students first. My didactic background, coupled with my experiential background, enables me to teach and differentiate instruction for students with a wide spectrum of abilities. My experiences have allowed me to work with multiple groups of students with diverse learning styles across several grade levels. As a result, I have experience with a...