Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...studies teacher in my second year. I pride myself in teaching/improving student writing and literacy skills. I start every session with a diagnostic test in order to see the strengths and weaknesses of each student. Then I design a specific curriculum to strengthen the student's skills holistically. With these new found skills students can apply them to any class (math, science, english) and even in their personal and professional lives. The idea is to have...

...to great tutoring. Learning is a lifelong pursuit and I work to encourage this approach with my students. I work to grow this spark and with it my students flourish. What makes me a great tutor is my ability to inspire inquisitiveness in children. My goal is to cultivate an active, curious mind in my students. Completing homework on time and correctly is only part of whole equation. I am a lifelong learner with a...

I am very excited to begin my tutoring journey! As a recent college graduate (BS in Biology while minoring in Psychology) , I look forward to helping students with all of their struggles, especially science related. I am grateful to have the chance to help others learn/understand . Tutoring will let me share my knowledge and passions, while also learning from my students. I can't wait to see how we grow together in this process!

...2009 with a degree in International Relations. I firmly believe I have good personal skills as well as a deep base of knowledge regarding international affairs, domestic politics, history, and literature. I understand that all students learn in different ways; some are more auditory learners, whereas others do best by writing and reading. My process is to determine what kind of learner a pupil is, then impart on them my excitement for the topic, so...

...Trinity College Dublin in Ireland, and I am a graduate of Hunter College High School in New York City. I am a native speaker of both English and French. I have experience tutoring as a student intern in my senior year of high school, and as a private tutor for elementary school students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I specialize in Reading, Writing, History, and conversational French. I try to impart my...

...for 8 years and a tutor for 14 years already. Helped a lot of students with their difficulties, made sure they were able to overcome their struggles in school, gave tips and tricks to guide them so they are able to cope even when the tutorial session is done. I love teaching while having fun with my students but also, stern on keeping them on track. I aim to achieve my students' goal at the...

My name is Jada. I graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a double major in History and Political Science and a minor in Spanish. I have tutored and mentored elementary school students through a program called City Year. This drove my interest in tutoring and helping students succeed educationally. I believe that education is the key to building a successful life.

...and Arts degree from Mercy College. I've been to Jamaica since I graduated to assist kids from one-parent households. I teach a wide range of subjects, but my love is African history and culture. In my experience, we always seem to have the most fun when we help struggling children get ready for tests or even schoolwork. I really believe that education is essential to achieving a higher standard of living, and I work hard...

...communications; I graduated with numerous awards and honors. I am an experienced writer, editor, and proofreader. As an English and Communications major, I have written extensively on historical events. The 30 page thesis I wrote before graduating dealt with social conflicts in the U.S. Furthermore, for three years, I edited the Sphinx magazine where I wrote articles on American history and social climate. At this present moment, I edit books for clients. My specialties include...

...a multi-disciplinary tutor. I have a BFA in English with a Creative Writing concentration. But my history in education makes me similarly equipped to tutor Math as well, including higher level topics. I enjoy the idea of being able to interact and build rapport with others while helping them grow and learn at the same time. Whether it's teaching people how they can express themselves on paper or manipulate numbers and patterns, I'm truly passionate...

...than my limit;" I take this philosophy with me everywhere I go even the classroom. In my experience, most students have distinct learning styles and identities so I strive to be innovative and adapt the subject to their individual learning style. It's very fulfilling when I see students I tutor, succeed or pass their exams. My teaching style and pedagogy is primarily learner centered. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, listening to podcasts, writing,...

...attended the University of Southern California (USC), where I received my undergraduate and graduate degrees. My bachelors is in Fine Arts with a minor in sociology. This combination taught me to understand interpersonal dynamics and develop effective strategies to work with people. Dissatisfied with my in-classroom collegiate experience, but still interested in exploring a career in the arts, I decided to pursue a Masters in Public Art Studies. This discipline taught me the importance of...

...been teaching students of various ages, but especially those between the ages of 9 and 18. In addition, I have tutored adults who seek to learn and improve in different areas of knowledge. My favorite subjects to teach are mathematics and natural sciences, as I am passionate about helping students understand complex concepts in a simple and practical way. I also enjoy teaching programming and technology skills, as I believe they are essential in today's...

...Washington University in St. Louis following the pre-medical track. I plan on majoring in Biology Neuroscience with a possible minor in Mathematics. I currently work as a student assistant in a Neuroanatomical lab at Washington University Medical School. I also participate in public health and community service organizations on campus. I have served as a tutor to various age groups ranging from first graders to my peers in college. Due to these experiences, my primary...

I am here to help any student who is struggling understanding any concepts within history and discover their own personal interests within the subject. I have just graduated with a Master's Degree in Adolescent Education and would love to help any student to the best of my ability.... My teaching philosophy stems from a Jackie Robinson quote, "A life doesn't matter except for the impact it has on other lives." Teaching allows the educator to impact...

...recent graduate of Barnard College, Columbia University with degrees in Theater and Education Studies. I have over a decade of theatrical experience as a performer, creative team, and production member. My educational philosophy and practice are based on theories of critical pedagogy, specifically critical performative pedagogy, and culturally responsive curriculum building. I have worked with K-12 students of diverse experience across NYC to develop performance skills, healthy social and emotional development, and cultivate self-confidence. I...

...over their outcome on test day; this is partly a result of taking control over my own destiny when it came to the SAT, GRE, and most recently LSAT tests, on all of which I significantly improved on my own performance by following a disciplined regimen. I try to build a relationship with students that motivates them to succeed by learning more about their other interests and goals and encouraging the student to think about...

...International Politics and Business from New York University, and am currently on a year long leave from the Hopkins-Nanjing Center based in China. I am a certified ESL instructor. In addition to my tutoring work, I am currently working as a content marketing intern for a Shanghai-based consulting firm. I have taught all over the world from South America to East Asia, and collectively have years of tutoring experience. These experiences have been as diverse...

...Brearley School and Juilliard Pre-College, as well as a current student at Carleton College where I am studying Anthropology and Archaeology. I have previous tutoring experience in both essay writing/editing and SAT verbal. The subjects I am most passionate about are History, English, Creative Writing, and Literature. I truly love everything related to history, and am constantly reading and learning about the subject on my own time. My tutoring approach is to make the sessions...

I am a senior at New York University studying Interactive Media Arts with a minor in Computer Science and Math. I have a lot of experience with standardized tests, from ACT and SAT to AP Tests. I hope my knowledge of this subject matter can help prepare students for their future standardized tests!