Top SSAT Tutors serving Plainfield
John William: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...four years ago, I have held two very different jobs! Directly after graduating, I served as a Youth Developement Peace Corps Volunteer in Peru. For two years I lived with a host family in the Andes Mountains and developed sustainable programs in preventative healthcare and education! After Peace Corps I helped launch a technology startup in New York City that partnered with taxi drivers. I absolutely love tutoring and sharing my passion for a variety...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics, History
GRE Quantitative: 170
GRE Verbal: 163
Jessica: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...to pursue my Science career in New York, where I worked in a laboratory at Columbia University Medical Center. While working, I applied to graduate school and entered in Fall of 2013. I am currently earning my PhD at New York University in Molecular Biophysics. I hope to one day apply my crystallography skills to advance the area of novel drug design. In my free time I enjoy traveling, running and playing lacrosse.
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
New York University - PHD, Molecular Biophysics
Usama: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...have been tutoring students in Calculus, Biology, and Chemistry. As I await entry into medical school, I will continue to avidly tutor these subjects. At the end of the day, I just have experience tutoring. I know how it works and how to get results. Most times the student's actual problems aren't addressed and the interaction between student and tutor is very passive and does not garner results. I work with the student and ensure...
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The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 760
Rachel: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...and excitement at expanding his or her horizons and tackling new problems that I have. Every student should have the opportunity to feel both successful and challenged, recognizing that an integral part of success is struggle. It is so important to develop and value grit; struggling with a difficult concept or a complex problem is a beneficial process that leads to true learning. Because of this belief, I am enthusiastic about new approaches to mathematics...
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Wellesley College - Bachelors, Jewish Studies
Brandeis University - Masters, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies
Fordham University - Masters in Education, Early Childhood Education
Kathryn: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...I believe that with proper supports all children can learn and can grow into their full potential. I also have three years of experience substituting and have previously worked at Huntington Learning Center. I studied Creative Writing at SUNY Purchase, which taught me to write, edit, and critique. Because of this, I love to tutor language arts and writing. My background in writing has taught me to be concise and clear, which helps me explain...
Education & Certification
SUNY Purchase - Bachelors, Creative Writing
Montclair State University - Current Grad Student, Elementary Education & Teacher of Students with Disabilities
Kieran: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...through college. In college, I worked for a work-study program called America Reads, which placed me in a New York City Elementary/Middle School. There I worked with students on reading, writing and math assignments, and was hired by other parents to tutor students outside of the classroom as well. I went to work for Laguardia Community College after school, in their Office For Students with Disabilities, where I conducted one-on -one sessions in Algebra 1...
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Jennifer: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...AP level, but I am now studying Comparative Literature, so I can also tutor writing and other humanities subjects. I am also comfortable tutoring a variety of standardized tests. I received 99th percentile scores on the ACT, the SAT, and the SSAT, and 5s on 8 different AP tests (Calculus BC, Physics C: Mechanics, Physics C: E&M, Computer Science, Chemistry, US History, Spanish, and Music Theory). I have taken math courses up to linear algebra...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Comparative Literature and Society
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Roshan: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...7 Year Medical Program. I have prior experience in tutoring from helping previous clients within SAT Math. I am also available to tutor in SAT Prep and writing. I am very passionate about helping students of all backgrounds realize their dreams and become more passionate and confident about their academics. I provide focused, targeted lessons and often rely on analogies as well as visual teaching aids within my lessons. Feel free to reach out with...
Education & Certification
The College of New Jersey - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Eashan: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
I love playing my saxophone and playing volleyball, amongst other activities. I am also a freshman business student at the Rutgers Business School.
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad Student, Marketing
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 31
Caitlin: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...cum laude from Boston University in 2014 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...
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Makeda: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...when teaching is to empower ALL students in a manner that is friendly, exciting and comfortable. This year marks my 4th year of teaching primary grade students. I possess a Master of Science for Childhood education and Teaching Students with Disabilities for grades first to sixth. I am also finalizing my New York State License for teaching which will be this coming summer. To date I have classroom teaching experience across a range of subjects...
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SUNY College at Old Westbury - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Touro College - Master of Science, Early Childhood Education
Danielle: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...consultant in the University's Writing Center and an SAT instructor for Kaplan. For the past 3+ years, I have worked as a private tutor throughout New York City, where I have worked with 30+ students. My students have ranged from elementary school level to college seniors; I have tutored in a multitude of subjects, including ACT/SAT/ISEE/SSAT/Mathematics/Spanish/English/History. When I'm not tutoring or working my desk job, I enjoy traveling, running half marathons, and eating my way...
Education & Certification
Saint Johns University - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 32
Lillian: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...I majored in English and Biology. After graduation, I spent a year working at a pediatric HIV clinic in Lesotho on a Princeton in Africa fellowship, and later, I completed my Master's in Public Health at University College Dublin on a Mitchell Scholarship. Having completed many applications in the course of my college and postgraduate degrees, I have significant experience in personal statement editing and application counseling. I am also happy to tutor for SAT...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Biological Sciences and English Literature
Charles: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
A battle-tested veteran of the New York private school circuit, I graduated college in 2013 and now teach German in DC. I lived in German-speaking Europe for many years, and I majored its language, culture and history. I fully understand the many competing demands on a modern student's schedule. My tutees and I therefore tailor-make lesson plans based on their personal strengths and areas for improvement in order to fully capitalize on our time together.
Education & Certification
Grinnell College - Bachelor in Arts, German
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 780
Melissa: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...been a teacher in the New York City Department of Education for the passed twelve years. I have worked with students with IEPs in grades K-12. I have experience using resources that support people with ADHD, autism, anxiety, learning disabilities, and emotional dysregulation. I have experience teaching literacy skills to students ages 8-21. I have experience preparing students for the New York State ELA exams grades 3-8 and preparing high school students for the TASC...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, English
CUNY Brooklyn College - Master of Science, Special Education
Marsha: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...New York). I remember the fright and joy I felt the first time I worked with students. It was in a shabby classroom in India, at a volunteer organization called the Lha Institute. The students were teenage Tibetan refugees and one monk from Thailand who was in town to learn English. The class spoke a mixture of bad English, Tibetan, and Nepali, but they had signed up for my creative writing seminar anyway. Some of...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, History
City College of New York - Masters, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 700
Kate: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
I am dedicated to infusing choice into student learning. I specialize in early childhood special education, unschooling, building communities, and bicycle travel. I currently work with organizations that intersect education, the arts, and the environment to bring student-led learning into the public education sector. ... I believe that everyone can learn. The trick is to find out the best ways for each person. They can include a combination of visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and oral. I also...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelors, Communication Studies
Bank Street College of Education - Masters, Early Childhood Special and General Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Math: 800
Stephen: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
My experiences as an educator have allowed me to develop rigorous curriculum aligned to the Common Core. Through continuous assessment, data analysis, and reflection I tailor my practice to ensure the needs of diverse learners are matched and high expectations are being met. It is my belief that students are most successful when a sound action plan, based on performance data, is developed and pushes them towards mastery of material.... As a professional, educating and advocating...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Childhood and Special Education
Teachers College at Columbia University - Masters, Sociology and Education
Idara: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...and my Master of Science (also from Stanford University) in Management Science & Engineering with a focus on Organizations, Technology and Entrepreneurship. Since graduating I have spent extensive time in the Finance industry and entrepreneurial pursuits in the booming Tech industry. I have traveled extensively, to countries in Asia and Africa soaking up new cultures in any way I can. I have quite a bit of tutoring experience at the Middle School and High School...
Education & Certification
Stanford University - Master of Science, Management Science & Engineering
Lisa: Plainfield SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Plainfield, NJ
...and I try to share my enthusiasm for learning with all of my students. Teaching is not one-size-fits-all. My goal is to help each student achieve to the best of his or her ability by adapting my teaching style to the needs of each individual student. I believe that students can master (and enjoy!) any subject if they can find the right teacher. I'm available for tutoring in a wide range of subjects, including test...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Northwestern University - PHD, Biology, General
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 710
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The educational directors at Varsity Tutors can connect your child with SSAT tutoring in Plainfield, NJ. A skilled tutor starts by performing an assessment of your child's abilities in the components of the SSAT, which are the quantitative section, the reading comprehension section, the verbal reasoning section, and the essay. The essay doesn't receive a score, but it does get sent to schools along with your child's score, so it's still important that your child writes a well thought-out essay that demonstrates effective writing skills. After assessing your child's skills and finding any weak points, the tutor develops a personalized study plan designed to prepare your child for the SSAT, building a strong knowledge base in all the subjects and fixing any problem spots. This personalized approach results in more efficient and effective study sessions for your child.
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