Award-Winning TOEFL Tutors serving Bergen County, NJ

...essay writing, literature, world history, psychology, TOEFL prep and SAT reading comprehension/grammar/vocabulary, as well as assisting students with college application essays, through the China Social Welfare Education Foundation. I also taught ESL for seven months in rural Nicaragua, and spent 6 weeks touring the Middle East, performing in a circus troupe for refugee children. Other teaching experience includes teaching courses at Wesleyan University's Green Street Arts Center on Middle Eastern history and the history of...

...tutoring on the SAT, ACT and GRE. More recently, I have focused on helping students master the LSAT. I particularly enjoy providing individualized instruction. We each have strengths and weaknesses when it comes to learning and test-taking, and I've found that remarkable advancements happen when an approach is tailored to the student's unique attributes. I recently moved to the New York area after working in litigation in Chicago. Outside of work, I spend a lot...

As a graduate of Rutgers University with a Bachelor's in Biology, I have dedicated over five years to teaching English as a second language online, engaging students of all ages from 5 to 40. My passion lies in helping learners master the intricacies of English, and I find immense joy in witnessing their progress and excitement as they grasp new concepts. I specialize in elementary school English and math, and I take pride in preparing...

...University with a degree in Advertising and Theater. I have been a teacher's assistant on and off for over five years now. In my opinion and through my experience over the years, I must say patience is one of the main ingredients to successful tutoring and/or teaching. With patience comes a more acute sense of observation and, consequently, learning how each pupil absorbs and retains information. And the next important ingredient is to keep the...

...which gave me priceless knowledge and experience on what the high school students are interested in learning and what their strength and limitations are, thus I can address their questions and concerns accordingly. From 2012 to present, I have been a GRE and SAT math teacher helping students learn and improve their math (calculus, geometry, trigonometry, algebra), science subjects (physics, biology and chemistry) and developing their knowledge and skills for creativity and problem-solving.

...the areas you are seeking to enhance or "fix." Since I have lived a large portion of my life abroad, I often like to use some of the real-life situations I encountered to help me clarify important concepts. And I love to write! Everywhere I went I wrote about my experiences, so not only am I very proficient in formal writing, I am also a prolific story-teller. Once again, I am very excited to have...

...Math problems before I even started learning it in school. Because of my dad's passion for Math, he started teaching me Math at a very young age with real life examples. That molded my inclination towards it. Since then, I've been very good with Math and have constantly maintained my grades. Maths has been my forte and I even enjoy studying for it. Also, I love teaching kids and working with them. I used to...

...minimizing their weaknesses. As a classroom teacher of 25 or more students you don't always get the opportunity to work with students on a one to one basis. I have taught students in 1st to 12th grade and at the college level. I am knowledgeable of strategies that work well for struggling readers and English Language Learners. I am very organized and more than willing to put in the time and effort to help every...

...checking out my personal statement. My name is Masaya and I'm currently a Ph.D. candidate. I majored in Political Science and International Relations in college and graduate school. Besides English, I also speak fluent Japanese and Chinese. Over the past a few years, I have taught Mandarin to all ages, and Japanese to college students. I also served as a Teaching Assistant at my university. I love teaching and spreading knowledge! Through Varsity Tutors, I...

...figure; or create an imaginary diary; or express a written opinion about who was "right or wrong" in a given instance. I also guide students in proper academic writing conventions. I'm very good at helping students understand literature and historical questions and write about them effectively -- and enjoy it! I use story-telling, conversation and simulations, as well as visual aids (photos and videos ) to bring historical situations to life for the student. I'm...

...see how all the pieces of a topic fit together. A ten page paper might seem intimidating, until you break it down into a list of bullet points and ideas. Patience is a virtue and I exercise it dutifully. I'm comfortable tutoring all ages; a bit of empathy can span even decades, I believe. In my free time, I love surrounding myself with books and scraps of paper with inky pens, but when I do...

...in Communication from the College of Mount Saint Vincent and I am completing an M.A. in The Study of the Americas from The City College of New York. I'm passionate about the importance of the liberal arts in education and my tutoring strengths include all areas of English and Spanish, as well as US and Latin American history. I have more than 10 years of teaching experience, including 3 in Mexico, and there's nothing else...

I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel confident to excel. My approach is tailored to each learner, breaking down complex ideas into simple, relatable steps. With a focus on building skills and self-assurance, I strive to make every session impactful and enjoyable. Together, we'll turn challenges into achievements.

I have over a decade of experience as an educator and I've worked with students of all ages. I am certified as both English Language Arts for grades 7-12 and ESL for grades K-12. I earned my graduate degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from New York University. I am passionate about teaching and believe in challenging my students while giving them the support they need to grow.

...I have worked with a variety of students, aged 4-21, from neurodivergent and underprivileged backgrounds. I am also comfortable teaching all age ranges, including the elderly, since I have experience working with them as well. I have acted as a TA for an introductory programming course at Brown University, and received an award for my work as a TA. I always give my 100% to my students, and am a dedicated teacher and learner. Please...

...in my other classes. My friend Pat tutored me for weeks and I got an A. It was this experience that made me realize the importance of additional help and how important it is to share your knowledge with others. I bring this experience with me with every student I tutor and let them know that tutoring is nothing to be ashamed of. Instead, I tell them it's a great privilege to have someone give...

...high school and college for over 30 years and tutoring ESL professionals and native English 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...

...love having conversations with my friends and students, reading, dancing, listening to music, and hanging out with my younger sisters. My mission is to work my hardest to make learning and tutoring truly fun, so that it doesn't feel like a chore or obligation for anyone. I would love to work with you on SAT preparation, math tutoring, history tutoring, writing tutoring, or any other subject you would like to work on!

...a few subjects each for several years in High School went from being B/B+ students to gaining admission to the University of Chicago and Smith College. Just as important to me however are the struggling students who for the first time pass a subject or who simply improve enough that they have gotten to the next level in a particular subject. I am also good at preparing students for tough exams or when they have...

I'm from Beijing, China. I've been studied Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language over 6 years. And I just gained my mater degree in education from NYU. Now, I'm a certificated teacher in New York State. I've worked with different age groups both in and after class to serve different purpose. I always believe that language functions far beyond communication, it also shows people the path to a new culture.