Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Elizabeth, NJ

...Connecticut. I completed my B.A. at Universidad del Sagrado Corazn in Puerto Rico, where I majored in Languages and Literature (English/ French). I completed in March 2014 a Post- Masters Certificate Program as a Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant at Kean University. I have the Connecticut Educator Certificate (2001-2014) for Teacher of Spanish, the Connecticut License as Designated Head Teacher for a Child Day Care Center and the New Jersey Standard Teacher of Spanish and French...

...her Masters of Arts degree from Columbia University in Global Thought with an emphasis in Development Economics. Her time studying abroad in Madrid allowed her an opportunity to perfect her Spanish and embrace Spanish Literature. Ripsime has extensive experience working with a variety of learners including English as a Second Language students, honors and AP students in reading comprehension, writing, and grammar. She has extensive experience working with students needing support in history, math (up...

...overall understanding of the WHY behind the HOW. By making it a point to truly grasp a concept or theory, instead of just memorizing it, they set themselves up to truly internalize the knowledge and be able to easily apply it moving forward. I encourage my students to think, question, and dive deep. Through time management, a hunger for knowledge, and a plan of attack, anything is possible. I have extensive training as an actor,...

I relate to people easily and enjoy sharing knowledge.

...a group of ninth-graders. At Yale, I worked as a Community Health Educator, teaching the health curriculum at New Haven public schools. I also worked with Yale Education Tutoring Initiative, tutoring a sixth-grader in all his school subjects. Lastly, I am a staff writer at the Yale Daily News. I love reading and writing and am so passionate about the topics I tutor in. In my tutoring sessions, I hope to get to know my...

...in History. I have been teaching in various capacities for many years now, and have worked with students from Pre-K all the way to high school seniors. While I enjoy all subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish and History. I believe a nuanced understanding of diverse histories and languages, with an emphasis on those of the underrepresented, is an invaluable tool to which all students should have access. I hope to sow understanding and...

...student, I volunteer in a children's hospital and come into contact with many Spanish-speaking patients. Being able to understand these patients' stories and help meet their needs gives me so much happinessso much so that I've taken up another position as a Spanish Language Ambassador where I am tasked with providing SpanishEnglish interpretation. About my classes As an avid language learner, I understand the process of learning a language from the very beginning. In fact,...

...the Universit de Paris III Sorbonne nouvelle in Paris, France but grew up and made my undergraduate studies in San Juan, Puerto Rico. I majored in French for my BA and completed a Ph.D. in Linguistics. I have tutored in both Spanish and French. Before relocating to New York, I worked for almost a decade at the University of Puerto Rico and gained significant experience at teaching both basic and advanced language courses. Learning a...

...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 in college which only...

I am currently a student at Sarah Lawrence College pursuing psychology with a hope of being a professor one day. I have worked tutoring my peers and with elementary students throughout high school. In my free time I'm a freelance artist who loves to skateboard and write!

...to help everyone understand that. My teaching philosophy is to positively assure my students. They work so hard and put in so much effort, so I try to show my appreciation for them as much as I can. I am always so proud of my students and I want them to know that it is incredible that they are trying their best. I like to be very personal with my students. While we will do...

...you'll be glad you chose me as your tutor! I have a long history of academic success in high school and college and I want to help you achieve the same. Check out my excellent scores on the SAT and SAT subject tests, including a perfect score on Math II. I'm friendly, flexible, and always put students' and families' needs first. I also know a lot about teaching, due to my background in ESL teaching,...

Hi! My name is Kailey and I am a full time special education teacher in NYC. I love education and getting to see children grow. I have worked with children throughout high school and college. I have completed many field placements throughout my time at Plattsburgh State. I look forward to hearing from you! Please reach out to me with any questions!

I am a graduate student at The George Washington University, mastering in data science. May 2016, I graduated from Loyola University Maryland with a B.S. in mathematics with high honors. Therefore, I have a strong background in mathematics. Additionally, spending most of my academic career studying Spanish and having been raised by a Colombian mother, I also have strong reading, writing and speaking skills in Spanish. Considering my Jesuit college education, I am proficient in...

...education to earn their high school equivalency, and undergraduate & graduate economics students. While economics is my professional passion, helping young students understand how math helps everyday is always fun! I try to ask a lot of questions during sessions to learn why previous teaching methods may not have been successful for students, then apply relatable examples to help comprehension. Outside of the classroom, I love to read science fiction. I played football in college...

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...senior year of high school did I finally begin to get the "big picture" of writing essays. My AP Literature class catalyzed my shift from using big words and disorganized fluff to focusing on crafting a whole, coherent work. Having crossed this threshold, I knew I could help my peers achieve the same. I was happy to help whenever my fellow students needed me, and I enjoyed guiding them through brainstorming, outlining, revising, and proofreading....

...enrolled in college i had to idea that i was going to major in English and Philosophy. I honestly though i was gonna be a mathematician or some sort of engineer. I was interestingly please and felt in love with story telling and writing and decides that a major in English in philosophy would make more sense. I combines that with my passion with teaching and am proud to say; that combination lead me to...

...improve as a tutor and guide students to take success into their own hands. I use all the resources I have available and do everything I can to find new ones to develop effective tutoring and study strategies. I scored high on this SAT Spanish Subject Test and have great understanding of the College Board's multiple-choice question. I earned a high score (5) on the AP Spanish Literature exam. My critical thinking skills and mastery of...

...different types of learners which has helped me grow as a tutor and become more flexible through experimenting and developing different teaching modes. In high school, learning to manage my time helped me dissect my learning style which resulted in more efficient and effective study methods. I joined Varsity Tutors because I want to help students not only maximize, but exceed their potential. Outside of academics, I enjoy watching and playing sports, listening to and...