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Kiran: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...Science. I consider myself a test guru, with a 770 GMAT and perfect scores my first tries on the SAT and PSAT. I enjoy tutoring because I love working with students and seeing other people reach their goals. I don't believe in memorizing facts and figures, but rather helping students learn that they can develop their problem-solving skills to approach anything with a strong mindset. Besides spending time tutoring, I love to play squash and...
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Yale University - Bachelors, Computer Science and Political Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Julian: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...or lectures. I can't tell you how often I am in group-study sessions or helping a friend one-on-one and the only real problem absorbing the material is because their baseline knowledge was not as strong as it should have been. I have a lot of experience with teaching and tutoring in math and science. I also am well versed with SAT prep in test-taking strategies and time management on the test, as well as creating...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800

Farah : Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...As a Supplemental Instruction Leader for introductory biology course as well as genetics courses, I have led tutorial sessions amenable to students with various educational backgrounds and skill levels. As an Academic Success and Enrichment Program (ASEP) biology teacher's assistant in the summer and school year, I tutored underprivileged incoming first years by hosting weekly sessions as well as aided them with lab work. Through these programs, I have developed various techniques and tools that...
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Barnard College of Columbia University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
SAT Verbal: 710
SAT Writing: 750

Ana: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
I love Chemistry and it is my passion to share with students that I teach, tutor or mentor my enthusiasm for Chemistry. Chemistry is the Central Science and plays a role in all aspects of our life...it provides infrastructure for the modern life. Your success is my success and I would very much like to help my students learn.
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Whitman College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Vanderbilt University - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry

Tom: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...and achieved a 99+ percentile SAT score. Right now I'm a web developer! My academic success is linked to the amount I studied; however, I owe the majority of it to 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...
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Computer Systems Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 740

Isabel: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...of all ages, and am very competent at editing, helping to revise, and reviewing papers, essays, and other forms of writing. I have worked with children and students in some capacity, as either a nanny or a tutor or both, for roughly five years. I am driven, excited, and passionate about helping students achieve above and beyond. I believe that any student has the capacity to achieve, as long as they are able to find...
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CUNY City College - Bachelor in Arts, English

Donald: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...as a role model. I learned to listen to problems and come up with creative and practical solutions. As a trainer and pre-sales engineer, I co-wrote a tutorial, created class materials, and made many technical presentations about "leading edge" software, and so became skilled at explaining complex concepts. My work in QA reinforced my obsession with quality and gave me a good eye for seeing and diagnosing errors, which applies to student errors and misunderstandings....
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Stony Brook University - Masters, TESOL (Teaching English as a Second or Other Language)
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 740
GRE Quantitative: 166

Leonard: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...teaching experience as well and can adapt to both group and individual settings. I have taught students of all abilities in a wide variety of subjects. There is no confusion too small or problem too complicated that I cannot help with if not solve. I am exceptionally dedicated to my students; ensuring that they not simply memorize concepts or regurgitate facts but truly understand the material. I ask them to defend their answers which teaches...
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Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Math

Johann: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...He teaches SAT and ACT prep classes to 10th and 11th grade students at The Lycee Francais of New York, The Spence School, The Nightingale Bamford School, and LaGuardia High School. For the past 4 years, he has tutored hundreds of students one-on-one for the SSAT, ISEE, and SAT II Math Subject Tests (I and II). He also advises students applying to performing arts conservatories and coaches students on their college application essays. Johann is...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre/Music Theatre
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 33

Rahath: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...passion for math and my helping nature has led me towards teaching. I believe that anybody can do well in a certain subject if they understand the concepts thus making learning easier and fun. My aim is to help my students understand mathematics and show them the beauty through real life applications as well as critical analysis. I hope to spark their interest and build on it thus making their math skills strong enough to...
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Undergrad, Mathematics/Computer Science
ACT Math: 31

Amy: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...I strive to understand each student's strengths, weaknesses, and motivations, and to devise a personalized plan based in not just results, but personal accomplishment and goal-setting. Two of my biggest passions 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...
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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

Jason: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...passionate about foreign languages, the humanities, and social sciences. I received four consecutive gold medals on the National Latin Exam when I was in high school, so I am eager to help students who are struggling with the subject. I also specialize in the areas of English-language writing, grammar, and reading comprehension. I have wanted to be a teacher from a rather young age, and I am grateful to have the chance to help dedicated...
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Vassar College - Bachelors, Drama (education minor)
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - Masters, Linguistics
GRE Verbal: 166

Aleeza: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...worked as a tutor or teaching assistant of some kind for four of the last six years, most recently as a TA for organic chemistry 2. I am most excited about helping other students achieve their dreams of going to medical school by helping them study for the MCAT. Besides MCAT tutoring, my favorite subjects are chemistry, biology, and math which are all subjects I have tutored in before. I believe that every student can...
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Melanie: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...Kampala, Uganda on human rights issues and helped a team of lawyers to repeal the oppressive Anti-Homosexuality Act. I am currently assisting lawyers in the U.S. with a death penalty case and am a member of the Journal of Gender and Law. Prior to starting law school, I gained experience working with non-profits and on political campaigns. I earned my bachelor's degree in Public Policy from Stanford in 2011. I enjoy the opportunity to work...
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Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy
Columbia Law School - Juris Doctor, N/A
LSAT: 174

Payal: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...would help establish their foundation in basic sciences and mathematics. Students are capable and willing to take any step necessary to advance their knowledge and expertise. Its their enthusiasm that drives me to teach everyday and aid in their academic progress. I would like to offer solid support and basic skills that I have developed over the years. It takes commitment and hard work to study any course material. The first thing I do is...
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University of Tennessee Knoxville - Bachelors, Biology, General
Ross University of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Medicine

Sean: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...to write in our own living language, and I'm currently finishing up that self-indulgent, semi-autobiographical first novel. I think it's great---we'll see if anyone else agrees. I attended the Brunswick School in Greenwich, CT from 2002-2006. I worked hard, and I did very well. I was admitted early to Harvard my senior year, where I enrolled in Fall 2006. Long story short, my father was chronically ill, and I left school to help care for...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, Classical Stuides
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800

Rose: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...a master's degree in chemistry and serving as a teaching assistant in general chemistry courses, before I found that my real passion was for teaching. Since then I have been a substitute teacher for middle school science and exploring other science teaching and communications opportunities. I was a chemistry and philosophy double major in college and my approach to teaching has always been creative, patient and interdisciplinary. I am an expert science and math tutor,...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, Chemistry
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 750
GRE Verbal: 168

Naftali: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...taught for Kaplan Test Prep in the past. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Writing. In my experience, there is no best approach for how to tutor students. Every student is different and should be taught in a way that helps them better understand both the subject matter in front of them and themselves as a student. I believe that the healthy combination of creativity and...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Dramatic Writing
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Math: 740

Kevin: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...on tests like the SAT, the ACT, the LSAT, and the GRE once they understand how the test works and what each type of question is asking them to do. Whether a student is new to a test, feels like it presents a genuine source of difficulty for him or her, or is trying to figure out how to push towards a perfect score, I know the steps necessary to help that student reach his...
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Amherst College - Bachelors, Philosophy
New York University - PHD, Law - J.D.
LSAT: 172

Jude: Paramus tutor
Certified Tutor in Paramus, NJ
...tutor in university, and have since then traveled through Europe and CanadaI've also tutored and taught in Warsaw, Poland, and Toronto! I have worked with learners anywhere from K-undergraduate levels. I really love teaching and helping students focus on the ways they learn best. For me, I've found that a holistic approach to subjectscritical thinking, essay structure, test-taking skillsis the best way to ensure success. My favorite subjects to teach are in Liberal Arts and...
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University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelors, English
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 34
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Paramus, New Jersey, is a medium-sized borough in Bergen County, with over 26,900 residents. Paramus is located 15-20 miles northwest of Midtown Manhattan and about eight miles west of Upper Manhattan. It was named the 21st best place to live by New Jersey Monthly. This vibrant borough is one of the largest shopping destinations in the country.
The Paramus Public School District serves students in grades K-12. An enthusiastic Paramus, NJ, tutor is eager to help you in your private test prep instruction, whether the tutoring session is in-home or online. Paramus High School has been recognized formally by being awarded the National Blue Ribbon School Award of Excellence. You might improve your chances of getting into the best schools if you take advantage of Paramus, NJ, tutors for either online or in-home private tutoring and test prep instruction. There is the Bergen campus of Berkeley College, DeVry University campus, and Lincoln Tech campus in the area. Bergen Community College is one of the top-rated community colleges in New Jersey. An expert Paramus, NJ, tutor might be an asset to anyone who wants to work to get into a top college or university.
The city is home to one of the first drive-in theaters, which featured the world's largest and brightest screen at the time. The movie theater closed for business in 1987, but remains intact. There is now one movie theater complex, AMC Theatres, which has the latest in cinema. The Bergen Performing Arts Center is the place to go to catch many performances and shows.
There are many annual events held in Paramus. During the week leading up to Fourth of July, there is a town celebration. It kicks off with a performance by the Orchestra. Then there is a softball game between the police and fire departments. There are a parade and fireworks on the fourth. Another annual event is the Memorial Day Parade. There is also National Night Out, which includes activities, a concert, and games.
As far as educational outings, you can check out the Fritz Behnke Historical Museum. The museum showcases the history of the city and the life of the historical Fritz Behnke. Bergen County Zoological Park is a small zoo, with many animals to learn about and observe.
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