Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...stand up comedian. I tutor a wide range of subjects, but I am most passionate about reading, writing and public speaking. I believe in making learning fun, and showing students how the subject is relevant to their life in a very practical way. I'm also a big believer in self learning; whenever possible I try to guide the students to the point where they can find the answer on their own, rather than just telling...

...trust that my hard work and dedication will prevail. When I had worked a forty hour work week and had to drive three hours to play an overnight, weekend show, it took passion, commitment, and dedication to show up for my band mates, ready to play and enjoy every second of it. As a teacher, when I am presented with a challenge, I believe in my abilities to problem solve, my experience with working cooperatively...

I am currently studying Finance at Baruch College. I enjoy learning and being a student as well as helping others who struggle academically. I began part-time tutoring in high school and have been doing it ever since. I love getting to know my students and building relationships with them because I feel it will improve the overall experience. With passion, dedication, and a little bit of humor, we can surpass any academic difficulties!

...a concentration in finance, I am well acquainted with many of the various subjects taught by varsity tutors. The courses I have taken in financial derivatives, business statistics and corporate financial analysis have given me a broad base knowledge, as well as a forum for exploration. My personal goal is to use the knowledge I have gained combined with my experience teaching others to be a great tutor and overall resource for students.

...in my hometown prepare for the SAT, I've more recently focused on the hard sciences. I've taught students of all ages in the past and I believe it is important to curtail your teaching methods to the student's favorite learning style. Whether you're a visual, auditory, or tactile learner (or some combination of all three!), I'm confident I can assist you in understanding and mastering difficult concepts! I plan to matriculate to medical school in...

...Before that, I studied political science and pre-law at Emory & Henry College in Emory, Virginia and spent a year studying Chinese language and history at Peking University in Beijing, China. I have experience in a wide range of subjects and age groups. I've done everything from editing papers for friends to assisting English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching. My focus and greatest personal interest is in Social Studies. Whether it's history, government, or...

...all ages. My teaching philosophy revolves around the idea that my success as a tutor depends on my ability to address the student in particular, given their background, behavior, and aspirations. This draws on my own experience as a student in the personalized, small classes offered at a small liberal arts school like Wesleyan. As a result, my philosophy often translates into a teaching style that draws heavily on high-level devices like stories, analogies, and...

...Jersey, I am driven by a desire to contribute to society through my leadership and interpersonal skills. My research experience at Rutgers University, exploring gene sequences in Landoltia Punctata, reflects my commitment to scientific inquiry and collaboration. I tutor a large range of subjects, anywhere from elementary mathematics and reading to anatomy and physiology. When preparing students for exams, I ensure as a tutor that the student is not merely memorizing the information but conceptualizing...

...tutor because I believe in connecting with students so that they are comfortable engaging, talking to me, and asking questions. I am someone who can empathize, yet be tough when I have to be. I love helping people and working with them to get their full potential drawn out. I spent time teaching English in Panama. Because of this experience, I understand both the positions of being a teacher and a student, and I use...

...of many energy levels and exceptional needs. As a tutor, I emphasize lesson plans and interactive work that fits the individual student. I believe that a student should be involved in planning their own method of learning, especially for establishing the retention needed to perform well on standardized tests. I encourage a building of study and organizational skills along with teaching, and strive to provide confidence and lasting skills of learning beyond any improvement in...

...With experience working at the United Nations, leading sales for an international pharmaceuticals company, and teaching students of a wide range of ages in Korea, I excel at connecting with people on a level that they understand. As an educator, I seek to bring real-world value to whatever I am teaching, helping students to understand how the topic at hand connects to their everyday lives. I always strive to be engaging and make my lessons as...

...variety of subjects through my work with the California Scholarship Federation. I am most passionate about tutoring students in English, grammar, and essay writing. I also have experience in helping students with organization and study skills in addition to resumes and college essays/applications. I use a variety of methods tailored to each students' learning style, ranging from creating flow charts and study guides together to discussion or activity based learning. Outside of work in my...

...individuals through activities like tutoring and advising. During my undergraduate career at Cornell University, I served as an orientation leader and student adviser for classmates in my major. While pursuing my MBA at Columbia Business School, I participated in the Harlem Tutorial Program, where I worked across a range of subjects with elementary and middle school students. I enjoy finding new ways to help others through my own knowledge and experience, and always try to...

...political science at UVA (B.A., 2010). I then received an M.A. (2012) and an M.Phil. (2014) in philosophy at Columbia. As a PhD student at Columbia, I served as teaching assistant for or taught numerous courses in these fields. I also taught in the university's pre-college program 2017-2023. I prefer **very strongly** to work with students who want to meet at least once a week on most weeks. The less often you want to meet,...

...where I attended college and graduate school. I look forward to becoming a positive, active addition in my new community, and I am so happy to have a rewarding career as a tutor! Although I have done a lot in my life so far, there is always more to learn and accomplish. I believe the best way to gain new experiences is to be approachable and willing to listen. This theory of openness has helped...

I love learning, and I love sharing my love of learning with others. My goal is to help others gain the knowledge they need, and to enjoy the process of gaining knowledge.

I am a college senior at the New York Institute of Technology majoring in Biology and Life Sciences with a minor in Medical Humanities. I am passionate about all sciences, particularly biology, psychology, and biochemistry! I also have experience tutoring writing and literature at the college level, having previously held jobs at my school's writing center.

My name is Sarah. I am an Honors College student at Adelphi University and I am currently in the Derner School studying Psychology. In addition to my psychological studies, I have taken various English courses both inside and outside my university and write in my personal time.

...of Faculty of Pharmacy. I received my Bachelor of Pharmaceutical sciences. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring students for more than 13 years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Science, Math and Arabic. I have reached both elementary and older students. In my experience helping struggling students for tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements). I am a firm proponent of...

...than others. The student will receive one-on-one tutoring, and we will move forward at a pace that best suits the needs of the students. I have worked with many "difficult" students, and they were extremely cooperative with me and we had many pleasant experiences together in the classroom. I believe every student deserves a chance to show how great they can really be. I never lose faith in my students, and I closely monitor and...