Award-Winning Tutors in East Orange, NJ for Students in Special Education Programs

...a camp counselor. I currently work at an after school program that teaches children Science through hands on experiments. I am passionate about teaching both Biology and Mathematics and feel that every student should learn to not only understand the subjects, but enjoy the learning experience. I make sure to have a series of activities and examples (usually a hands on activity) that will help a student understand the concepts behind their problems and make...

...transform their college essays into true stories that have helped gain them admission into their first-choice schools. Conversely, with my younger students with learning disabilities, I have helped them remarkably improve their grades at competitive private schools in Manhattan while reigniting that spark which allows them to enjoy learning once again. I am a firm proponent of education believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart...

...I mentored and tutored 5th to 12th-grade students in Chicago Public Schools to reduce the dropout rate. After AmeriCorps City Year, I graduated from Pace Law School. I am now a practicing non-profit attorney. As a Summer Law Institute Coordinator at Legal Outreach, Inc., I taught 9th graders Criminal Law and Procedure. I also mentored and taught high schoolers Constitutional Law. I've tutored first-time exam takers and repeaters for the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) for...

...name is Amanda Geist and this past year I graduated from Boston University, Magna Cum Laude, with a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Political Science. I am currently attending Columbia University to complete my Masters Degree in Human Rights Studies. I am extremely passionate about providing quality education to each of my students. I've worked as a tutor for several years across a range of subjects, specifically those of the humanities and social sciences....

...Saint Rose. I am currently in my 10th year of teaching for the New York City Department of Education, and have taught English to a broad range of students across various grades and academic settings (general, self-contained, Collaborative Team Teaching, and Resource Room). At the moment, I teach English Literature to 9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Over the past ten years, I have come to learn a great deal about what makes for good teaching,...

I am a dedicated bilingual (English and Spanish) science educator. I believe science is a way of life, not just a subject. It helps guide us in our decisions and how they affect those around us.

...graduated from Monroe College in 2003 with a degree in Business Management. In 2006 I graduated from Mercy College with my Masters in Student with Learning Disabilities. I'm currently a Middle School Special Education Teacher. A great tutor is someone who is able to work off of the students' interest and make it part of their learning process, which is a quality I possess. I treat each session as if we are learning together, which...

Hi my name is Ashley Rivera. I hope to be you or your child's next tutor! I have experience teaching K to 4 as well as 7 to 12 grades. I currently am a high school special education teacher and have experience doing one on one tutoring. Looking forward to having a conversation about possibly enhancing your learning!

...a graduate of Duke University where I received a JD and an MA in History. I received my undergraduate degree from Emory University also in History. My legal experience includes working as a summer law clerk for two appellate judges and as a summer associate at a large law firm in New York City. In college and in law school I tutored for a variety of subjects and enjoy working with students one-on-one to tackle...

I am a New York City public school teacher, who is also currently earning my Masters in Special Education. I teach 9th and 10th grade health and science. In the past, I've had careers as a fashion designer and a magazine editor. I love being a teacher.

...I am Carlos and I am a professional and highly trained teacher. Education is something I am very passionate about, and teaching is one of the most fulfilling activities I have performed in my life. I have been told by former students that I am a good listener and an easy person to relate to. As a teacher, I look to understand a student's needs and create lessons and activities around those needs. I worked...

...of environment. I majored in biology and psychology at Houston Baptist University before attending medical school. I am currently in pursuit of a MBA in health care administration. The degrees helped gain expertise on various aspects of the academic spectrum. I am confident in my ability to teach both math and science. I am a very systematic and methodical person. These traits help communicate mathematics in clear and concise manner. Overall I am patient, persistent,...

...am a certified teacher in the areas of Childhood Education and Special Education. I have approximately 8 and 1/2 years of classroom experience. I believe every child deserves a champion. A child should have a teacher who will leave a lasting mark on their lives that celebrated their progress, showed them mistakes are proof that they were trying, pushed them to new levels and always encouraged them to reach their fullest potential. This is my...

...with students from kindergarten up to the university level and have experience working with Special Education. I tutor in all levels of Physics, Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, and Statistics. I enjoy tutoring Physics because it is easier to understand concepts behind Math and is most seen in everyday life. When I work with students, I look for holes in their understanding and try to fill in the concepts behind it. I strive for the student to...

...I take my time in understanding students, as well as helping THEM understand everything they need to. I have tutored prior to becoming a member of the Varsity Tutors family, in a variety of subjects. Each student I helped succeeded in all of their personal academic goals, and I loved watching the confidence they gained from learning new skills and information. I am willing to give students my best effort, and I expect their best...

...many resources to scaffold and chunk information to help students develop a comprehensive understanding of history while building their reading and writing skills. Additionally, I have taught many honors classes and specialize in helping students fine-tune their test taking skills and write analytical essays. My students' regents pass rate is 20% higher than city average, which is evident in my "highly effective" teacher rating for the 2017-18 year. I've been told that my teaching style...

...that will help them become independent learners. My focus as a tutor is to help my students understand the concepts behind a skill. I believe that when you really understand how or why something works, you will never forget that skill. I enjoy tutoring a variety of subjects, but my favorites are writing and math. I see them both as opportunities to build creativity and problem solving skills, which I believe are essential to success...

...to work for you. I have a bachelor's degree in Philosophy from The City College of New York, and a master's in Environmental Policy and Sustainability Management from The New School. I plan on either pursuing a master's degree in teaching next spring or starting to teach through the NYC Teaching Fellows program. I am proficient in teaching history, math, science, writing, and Spanish. I have a particular love of teaching history since that was...

Extremely driven and motivated Doctor of Occupational Therapy with proven experience in teaching, occupational therapy practice, special education, research in the fields of health and psychology, disability work (specifically advocacy and service), and leadership. A quick and self-directed learner with demonstrated communication, teamwork, and global literacy skills.

Hi, i'm Alexa! I am a Kindergarten Special Education teacher and I have been teaching for 3 years. Tutoring and teaching have always been a passion for me, and I have been working with students since I was in high school. When i'm not teaching, I enjoy reading, music, going to concerts, and watching baseball. I also love visiting Disney World! I hope I can help you to achieve academic success! :)