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Lucas: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
I studied Sociology and Education Studies at Yale University, and I try to learn something every day! I hope to help you unlock the fun and rewarding parts of learning something new!
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Katherine "Kat": Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...approach and cheerful personality. I currently have the privilege of studying psychology, teacher preparation, and musical theater. Simply-put, I am a dedicated student who understands other students and wants to help them learn. I enjoy working with students as it allows me to get to know them and facilitate their growth. I pride myself on...
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Princeton University - Current Undergrad, Psychology (with minors in Musical Theater and Teacher Preparation)
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
ACT Reading: 36

James: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...have lived in New York City for my entire life and int hat time have gone to school on the upper west side for both elementary and middle school and attended Bard High School Early College II for high school, where I accumulated 48 college credits during my time there. I studied ballet for eleven...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Chemical Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 780
SAT Writing: 720

Maureen: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...Spanish and English. I graduated from Villanova University and am starting my MA in Spanish at Middlebury College. I studied for eight months in the beautiful city of Madrid, Spain. I have tutored students in Spanish at the middle school, high school and undergraduate levels. My approach is explicit instruction and drills combined with practical...
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Manhattanville College - Master of Arts Teaching, Spanish Education
State Certified Teacher
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 32
SAT Verbal: 700

Amy: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...are learning new things and working with people. Combine those two together, and you get the exact reason why I'm here. I want to motivate and push you to accomplish what you previously thought impossible both inside and outside of the classroom -- whether it's acing the SAT math section, writing a thoughtful literary response,...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Human Rights, English, Business Management
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 710

Robert: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...on their own journeys through the often unequal (and unfortunately sometimes boring) education system in the United States. I am interested in working as a tutor today (and a teacher in the future) because I believe that my passion for education and my story of transformation from bored to engaged student can help young people...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-Newark - Current Undergrad, History

Ana: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
My philosophy on education is to nurture the individual through my teaching and guidance. My goal is to build relationships with the students I tutor so that they will feel comfortable and learn everything they need help with. I look forward to meeting my future students that I will be tutoring!... My philosophy on education is to nurture the individual through my teaching and guidance. My goal is to build relationships with the students I tutor...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelors, English
Kean University - Current Grad Student, Bilingual Education

Gene: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...mathematics and have experience in teaching it as well. Though I tutor in a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, literature, and history. My approach to tutoring stresses deeper understanding of topics and underlying concepts, as opposed to learning just to pass test questions. I further believe in teaching towards individual student's...
Education & Certification
Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800

Alex: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
I'm currently a sophomore at Carnegie Mellon University.I enjoy working with kids and helping them work through problems they struggle with on their own, teaching them to solve problems by concept, not on an individual basis. In my free time, I enjoy cooking and playing video games. ... Take the problem down to where the student understands it, and then build it back up to the full question.
Education & Certification
Carnegie Mellon University - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Daniel: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...Spring and am looking to offer help in science courses from middle school to college level. I graduated from Boston College in 2009 and have worked at the neuroscience and psychiatry labs at Yale and Cornell. I enjoy working with people and wish to one day specialize in geriatrics. I have taught chess and English...
Education & Certification
Boston College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Natalie: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy

Tejas: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...recent graduate of SUNY Binghamton. I majored in Biology and will be starting dental school at the Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine this August. As a student at Binghamton University, I was involved in various clubs and organizations on campus. I was a part of my school's Bhangra dance team which is a...
Education & Certification
SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, Cell & Molecular Biology
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Science, N/A

Sam: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
My name is Sam, and I recently graduated from Yale University with a BA in History. I really enjoy helping people learn. Teaching is great, and I'm here to help!
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Tom: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...the wonderful professors and tutors I've had in my life. They've shown me that everyone has the potential to become a top student. I've been tutoring for over 4 years now and in that time, I've learned a ton of effective teaching methods. I've also learned many that don't work at all - we will...
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Computer Systems Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 740

Moshe: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...working towards a B.A. in economics. My dream was always to go to law school, and I have applied to law school for the fall of 2015. I have studied and reviewed the LSAT extensively, and I enjoy sharing and delivering my knowledge about the test to potential law school students. I worked through every...
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Touro College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 720
LSAT: 173

Jenny: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...the kinds of questions and tasks that are particularly challenging for them. I have two big picture goals for my students. First, I want them to leave my sessions feeling heard. I want to address my students’ most pressing questions and concerns, so I strive to create an environment where they’re comfortable articulating them. Second,...
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Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Cultural Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Stephanie: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...Oberlin College in 2008 with a double degree in math and politics, and then I moved to China. I spent more than four years in China working as a teacher for Chinese and international students. I've taught all different ages and types of students, in subjects ranging from ESL to math to SAT. I love...
Education & Certification
Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, Math, Politics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 750

Henry: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
I am currently a student at Sarah Lawrence College pursuing psychology with a hope of being a professor one day. I have worked tutoring my peers and with elementary students throughout high school. In my free time I'm a freelance artist who loves to skateboard and write!
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelor of Science, Experimental Psychology
SAT Writing: 730

Katie: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University. With several years of tutoring experience under my belt, and a long journey of figuring out my own techniques for studying and retaining vital classroom knowledge, I have a tool belt ready of methods to succeed in the classroom. Additionally, I have worked with students on all sides of...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological Engineering
SAT Verbal: 750
SAT Writing: 730

Samuel: Harrison tutor
Certified Tutor in Harrison, NJ
...method to convey difficult concepts is by actively developing the concepts and supporting them with clear simple examples. I understand the highly demanding schedule many high school students face and the ever-growing demand for improved success in the sciences. I hope to help my students appreciate the beauty of Mathematics and Physics and inspire further...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelors, Physics & Mathematics
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The city of Harrison is located in northeastern New Jersey, and is a suburb of Newark, NJ. It is a part of Hudson County and has a population of about 14,000. It was a very large trading center in the early 1900s because of its proximity to a lot of rail lines, as well as its large waterfront.
Harrison Public Schools is currently the main school district serving the city. It includes Harrison High School, which offer Advanced Placement classes and tests to its students. Whether you are falling behind in these advanced classes, or want to ace that next big exam, online or in-home tutoring in Harrison might benefit anyone who wishes to have private one-on-one instruction for their test prep or school work. The top college in the area is none other than Princeton University, less than an hour away. It is consistently ranked within the top three universities in the nation and is often ranked one. Are you looking for private instruction to help you get into your top college? Online or in-home test prep tutoring in Harrison, NJ, is available to help you work towards your goals.
There are plenty of things for you to do in and around the area of Harrison. A great place to go on a beautiful day is West Hudson Park. Here, you can take a pleasant walk, fish, play basketball or baseball, or take a jog. Another popular destination very close is the Newark Art Museum. It holds an impressive collection, most notable American, Greek, and Tibetan art. The very short drive to Newark will also give you access to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, where you can go see a large variety of live performances.
Sports fans should have an easy time finding sporting events in the area. Located right in Harrison, Red Bull Arena--the home to Major League Soccer's New York Red Bulls, is a great place to enjoy a soccer game. Additionally, National Football League fans can head down to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, to see either the New York Giants or the New York Jets. If hockey is what you're looking for, the short drive to Newark will take you to Prudential Center. Here, the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League make their home.
Looking to take your education to the next level? It could be to your advantage to receive online tutoring in Harrison for test prep and help with course material. A tutor is available to potentially help you improve in all of your classes.
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