Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving East Orange, NJ

...and on national tours and then I changed careers. I have taught math, English, science, and special education over 8 years and have an extensive knowledge of theater and magic. I approach teaching from a non "math brain" approach to make sure all of my students can understand the material. I had testing anxiety as a student and have used my past to help my approach with my students. In addition to being a teacher...

...me, so the (s)he can participate in the discussion and slowly build confidence and comprehension. If I feel a student is ready to do a problem independently, I will give a problem for independent practice. If (s)he answers it successfully, then I move onto a more difficult problem. This leads to my third practice. Lastly, what I demand of my students is regurgitation. Can the student explain to me what (s)he was doing with confidence?...

...Assistant Certificate and am working toward a degree in Chemical Engineering at CUNY. I first began teaching students in a secondary, therapeutic classroom in Lawrence, Kansas. Teaching emotionally-challenged students helped me cultivate a philosophy of teaching based around honest and effective communication. I like to ask questions to build confidence and encourage academic conversation. I also taught English as a Second Language in Korea where I adopted novel approaches to communicate across the language barrier...

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...their dreams. Many of my students were either aspiring first-generation college students or had parents who were recent immigrants to this country, and I consider my work helping them prepare for tests and gain acceptance into colleges to be my greatest achievement at this point in my life. In the teaching process, I consider patience to be my strongest quality, as I've found that students are able to perform better in a subject once they...

...knowledge and skills I picked up in my studies, and during my experience as an educator. I have experience as a head classroom teacher, an assistant teacher and a tutor. My formal professional experience has been in grades one through high school, both in the states and in China. I have also tutored students from toddlers through the graduate school level. Tutoring with me will be warm and firm, as well as fun and challenging....

...to all forms 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...

...teaching: elementary ESL and high school Japanese and English/ESL. I've also taught English in elementary schools in Japan, and worked online and in person with kids and adults in ESL and Japanese. I have experience tutoring for standardized tests as well. I believe that we can work together to construct knowledge instead of just lecturing at you while you memorize facts. I want to help you learn, grow and realize your own potential!

...to academic essays and theses, to cover letters and personal statements for job and graduate school applications. I would also like to note that, having dealt with serious ADHD when I was younger, I more than understand the struggles that come with being an ADHD/ADD student and enjoy helping ADHD/ADD individuals find means to study that suit their own individual ways of learning. I had to learn many tricks along the way to make sure...

...with a degree in Mathematics and Geography. I have worked for the past few years with statistical and economic data and I am very comfortable with quantitative analysis. I am also a confident writer -- I write a weekly travel blog and I have been published in travel writing anthologies. I love editing writing and talking students through what can be improved in their writing. I am an excellent test taker as well. I had...

I am a certified NYS General Education Teacher for grades 1-6 with five years experience. I also have certification in ESL Instruction for Pre-K-12 grade.... I believe that learner-oriented teaching promotes learning that is both purposeful and enduring. As a teacher, it is my responsibility to know who my learners are, what kinds of knowledge and experience they have, and what they want to achieve so that I can tailor a curriculum that fits their needs...

...stronger student, or even be a better athlete. I have been studying a wide range of subjects all throughout my college career. I have strong mastery of math up to Calculus I. Also, I have mastery in the sciences ranging from Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and more. I have tutored college students in Chemistry, high school students in Math and English, and more. I am flexible with understanding student needs at all levels, whether at beginner...

...a sophomore at Barnard College of Columbia University. I am pursuing a bachelors degree in biochemistry and I hope to continue to pursue a masters in biomedical engineering. I have tutored students in the past for the SHSAT and the SAT. I also enjoy teaching chemistry and Spanish because they are two of my favorite subjects. I believe everyone should have the opportunity to have a great education. In my free time I enjoy reading...

...after receiving my bachelor's degree. I enjoy playing football, basketball, and go snowboarding in my free time while maintaing a balanced and healthy lifestyle whenever I can. Having grown up in Los Angeles all my life, and living in the San Francisco Bay Area the past few years, I enjoy the bustling city life. I also enjoy roaming coffee shops, visiting art galleries, and playing tourist while I'm still here in New York City.... My teaching...

I absolutely love math and I love teaching. It is my goal to help any student struggling in math to become more successful and help them be able to break down problems and truly understand the methods they are using.... Learning mathematics is a process that requires active involvement. As a teacher, you must provide opportunities for students to become engaged in the learning process. It is important for students to have a conceptual understanding and...

...speakers for over 14 years, which I love. I work as a Professor of Composition and Literature, and currently tutor two ESL professionals. I have also taught Speech, Psychology and Theatre on a collegiate level, as well as lower level English, ESL, Composition, Speech, and Theatre. I am available to tutor these subjects, along with other Humanities, from five years old through high school, college and beyond, including seniors! I am also a published author.

...am an avid reader and writer. I have been tutoring since I was in high school, and I find it very rewarding to watch my students improve through our work. As a tutor, I make sure my students understand the fundamentals of the topic we are reviewing. I then work on practice problems with them until they know the ins and outs of the subject area. I tutor for high school admissions tests, the SAT,...

I am an experienced teacher and tutor for K-5th grades. I specialize in test prep, including the ISEE, SSAT, and ECAA/ERB. I also work with students in a variety of subjects including Spanish, English, German, US History, European History, World History, Politics, Geography, Reading, Writing, Phonics, Business, Finance, and Math. I love to teach and I look forward to helping my students achieve their goals.

...really like to relate to the student and connect their experiences to what we are learning about. These connections trigger interest which then triggers motivation to learn. Being a creative and enthusiastic person by nature helps me form a positive relationship with my student so that they can trust that I will be able to help them. When I am not focusing my time on teaching, you can find me at a dance class, hanging...

...I have worked with students of all ages (5-55), and in many subjects, including test prep. For fun, I love playing and watching all kinds of sports: football, baseball, basketball, softball, hockey, golf, frisbee golf, ultimate frisbee, soccer, skateboarding, snowboarding, etc. I also have played drumset for over ten years and music is a major passion in my life, whether I am listening or playing. I firmly believe that all students can learn. I hope...