Award-Winning Study Skills and Organization Tutors serving Newark, NJ

...to academic success begins with confidence and a positive attitude. My approach to teaching is based on positive reinforcement, encouragement, and the belief that every wrong answer simply brings us one step closer to finding the right one. Though I tutor many subjects, I find SAT preparation to be particularly rewarding. Everyone has a dream...

...composition. I have almost a decade's worth of experience teaching and tutoring for the verbal sections of the English Regents, SAT, ACT, AP Language, and AP Literature exams, and served as an undergraduate at the Georgetown University Writing Center. Additionally, I enjoy helping students with their college admissions essays, and have found that there is...

...John's University and my M.S. in Occupational Therapy from New York Institute of Technology. I worked in the field of special education prior to becoming a therapist. I passed the NBCOT on the first time and found myself helping my former classmates, which naturally led me to tutoring other students. In my spare time, I...

...to get such an opportunity to do so. In terms of academia, my dual degree lent me the chance to hone my communications skills (I now work full time at a television production company focusing on documentary-style TV) as well as my skills in English. As a result, I became well-educated in both classic literature...

...students who didn't think they could do well suddenly excel once they learn just a handful of strategies. The SAT has the same tricks every time, just in a different form. I try to get students to think like the test maker so they can anticipate these tricks. What concept are they trying to test...

...revolving around my academic interests. I graduated Penn as a member of Mortar Board National Honor Society, which rewards academically driven students who display leadership and involvement throughout the community. During my junior year I chose to take my spring break in New Orleans with Habitat for Humanity where we built several houses for a...

...Public Policy and Foreign Affairs with a minor in Music Theater. I specialize in tutoring for standardized tests such as the SAT/ACT/SSAT, along with writing-intensive subjects such as English, History, or Social Studies. I also have strong backgrounds in French, Music Theory, and Math. Additionally, I am well-versed in the nuances of the college process...

I believe every student has the power within himself to learn and succeed. There is no "one size fits all" approach to education.

I love learning myself, and enjoy making the act of learning for others a more gratifying and enjoyable experience!

...at any level, ear training, music history, pedagogy, or just enhancing musical performance. I have helped many students excel on the PRAXIS Music exams and the AP Music Theory exam, but I also have found lots of success in working with young musicians! I have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds and am...

...experiences which including teaching immigrant students English and math in a local church. I have also did online English tutoring for Ukraine students. While having experiences in multiple subjects, I'm extremely passionate about teaching students Algebra and Pre-calculus because I believe building a strong math foundation is essential for all of our students. I'm a...

...to their own needs. I have an undergraduate degree, and am currently working on my professional degree while holding a license in the Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages. Both degrees have to do with English and language proficiency, however not limited to those subjects. My Bachelor of Arts degree is in Science...

I am a medical school graduate who is currently applying for residency training while tutoring to make some extra cash on the side. I enjoy teaching and have a strong background in all areas of math and science. ... Review previous exams and current school notes.... Applying concepts to real life situations can be incredibly rewarding. Using this technique can motivate students to learn on their own.

...School of Education and earned her Ed.M. in Education Policy and Management in Spring 2015. Mary currently lives in New York City and works as a consultant for an education non-profit. She tutors most K-12 subjects, but she especially passionate about teaching reading and writing to students of all ages. Her tutoring style is to...

...In these meetings, and in my career, I have practiced a variety of problem-solving techniques that have helped me excel within my profession and I plan on integrating them into our lessons. Outside of my professional pursuits I enjoy running, reading, photography and exploring the concrete jungle of New York City while trying every delicious...

...experience tutoring at the elementary, middle, high school, and college level. I know this is an unprecedented time for all, especially for those students and parents trying to adapt to a new way of education. I am happy to help you navigate and adapt, whether that's through providing supplementary material for a student who misses...

...students to find the aspect of the subject they are working on and mix it with the topic they are passionate about. I work with students to work on both their strengths and weaknesses. I care most about learning and I understand that every student is different and that learning happens at varied speeds. I...

...I particularly enjoy assisting students with test preparation. By helping students to master core English and Math skills, I can aid students to open doors for their future. My favorite moments as a tutor are when a student grasps concepts we have been working on and they understand the material in a new way. In...

Science educator with experience K-12. I have a biology undergraduate degree from UNC-Chapel Hill and Masters in STEM Education from NC State University. I tutor elementary science, general science, Earth and Environmental Science and study skills. I strive to make science topics relevant and exciting to all.

...and English) through engaging activities, nurturing critical thinking skills, and adapting concepts to student's diverse learning styles. I believe learners who are pushed to become independent, critical, and socially conscious thinkers, will take ownership and pride of their learning, becoming change agents and role models in their communities. I am deeply committed to providing the...