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Amara: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...on scores I earned on aptitude tests. I am an Advanced Placement Scholar, a National Merit Semi-finalist, and a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars honor society among academic recognition I have earned. I was accepted to multiple "T-14" (top fourteen) law schools, including Georgetown Law, which, among other schools, offered me an...
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University of Georgia - Bachelors, Sociology (Pre-medicine completed)
Georgetown University Law Center Offer of Admission - PHD, Law/Juris Doctorate Degree
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 800
Tom: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...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 skip those. My goal is to have you learn as much as possible, as efficiently as possible, while having as...
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Computer Systems Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 740
Tom: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...Complex Analysis. My experiences as a teacher have led me to stress the importance of realizing what the transferable skills are from Mathematics and that it is a human endeavor, above all else. I take a holistic approach to teaching, which means that students are expected to reason through problems algebraically, graphically, pictorially and verbally....
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CUNY Queens College - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
Kennesaw State University - Master of Science, Applied Statistics
Alec: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...I sincerely believe that while some of the concepts presented in these subjects and tests seem initially very difficult, they become much less intimidating if you have the confidence and perspective to look at the problems from the right angle. They don't have to be so challenging! I like to connect on students' levels and...
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry and Mathematics
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Nolan: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...reports as we move through each section. I attended a competitive university and I know what it takes to make a student a contender at the highest level of admissions. I keep the material fresh and memorable through a variety of audiovisual approaches and real-world examples. One-on-one learning should never mean lectures, and I like...
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New York University Abu Dhabi - Bachelor in Arts, Film & New Media
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
Daniel: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...double-major in Biology and Psychology. Throughout college, I volunteered as a Biology tutor at my school's tutoring center, teaching assistant in General Chemistry, and Math tutor at the Special Needs Clinic at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Medical Center. My motivation for volunteering was kindled by upperclassmen and teacher assistants that helped me when I was...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Andrew: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...I can work with any type of student, but I'm an especially good fit for science students trying to improve writing/verbal skills or pre-med students. I love to approach tutoring with a sense of humor. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing the piano and guitar, and seeing concerts in the city!
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University of Michigan, Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, English
Columbia University in the City of New York - Doctor of Medicine, Medicine
MCAT: 39
Julia: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...math as well as language and literature. I am a notoriously good test-taker, a skill developed from solid study habits that I hope to pass on to future students. For me, tutoring is my way of giving back to my community and paying forward the help I've gotten from teachers, mentors, and fellow students throughout...
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The College of William & Mary - Bachelors, English & Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Nieves: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...Level I (8th graders). Teaching high school English at the renowned Townsend Harris High School, The Wheatley School in Westbury and at Newfield High School in Selden, has illuminated the wide variety of students, their positive learning abilities and has revealed the joy of bringing the beauty of the English language and its literature to...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, English/History
CUNY Queens College - Masters, English/Spanish
Steven: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...my first year raising my school’s science achievement level by 250%, earning the highest state exam passing rate in the nine-year history of Astor Collegiate Academy, a college preparatory high school in the Bronx. Additionally, I have worked in one on one tutoring settings since I was of high school age. Beginning as a near...
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Colorado College - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
City University of New York - Lehman College - Masters, Master of Science Education
Columbia University in the City of New York - PHD, International Development
State Certified Teacher
GRE Verbal: 158
Claudia : Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...college admissions, I'll be a great resource for anyone preparing for college - not only did I go to the #2 college in the country (according to Forbes!), but I also help decide who gets to go there next! I performed excellently on my standardized tests, I've previously taught resume writing and interviewing skills in...
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Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Media Studies, French
River: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
Hi! My name is River Knight. I'm currently a student at New York University. I've actively worked as a tutor for the last 5 years. I hope to help my students find the joy in what they're learning and give them tools to improve on their own!
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New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Playwriting and Screenwriting
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 760
Jessica: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...that align with their personalities and interests in order to motivate them. I believe in the power of data to drive student growth, focusing on benchmark assessments in order to set and track goals along the way, so that students are invested in what we are accomplishing together. I do my best to make learning...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Political Science, Urban Studies
New York University - Current Grad Student, Master of Public Administration
Sophia: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...believe in visualization. I think this is the best way for a student to understand concepts, especially when it comes to complex topics in math. I also believe repetition and examples are a great way to fully understand concepts. Is the student can repeat the material to me in layman's terms, and can teach the...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
Kevin: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
I graduated from Williams College in 2009 with B.A. in Economics and Political Science. My Economics study is Macro and Finance oriented, with my senior thesis focused on the financial markets and statistical arbitrage. As a tutor, my focus will be on the standardized tests, Economics, and Mandarin Chinese.
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Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics, Political Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Sherri: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...Since completing my Bachelor's and Master's in Math Education at Hunter College/MaCaulay Honors College (2009), I spend most of my time doing volunteer work, private tutoring and teaching in public schools in New York City, but have also traveled as far as Thailand to follow my passion. I am a firm believer in the fact...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Math Education
CUNY Hunter College - Master of Arts, Math Education
Jared: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...teach the LSAT, exclusively, full-time. I tutor the LSAT exclusively, because I believe it is important to totally immerse oneself in a subject as much as possible, when teaching it, to dedicate oneself to mastery, or at least, as close to it as is reasonably possible. My teaching philosophy focuses on understanding the thought process...
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SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
LSAT: 175
Balamurugan: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...tutor peers and underclassmen both within and outside of school. Over the years, I've developed a strong enthusiasm for STEM educationparticularly in mathematics and the sciencesthough I'm also capable of supporting students in English when needed. I believe that learning is most effective when supported by others, whether through teachers, mentors, or peers. Having personally...
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University of Delaware - Bachelor of Engineering, Chemical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Math: 800
Michael: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...the tutor and the student work together to set realistic goals, and then identify the roadblocks preventing the student from achieving his or her goal. We then work together to surmount these obstacles, allowing the student to actualize his or her goal. I also try to identify the source of a student's obstacles, and work...
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Yeshiva University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Medical Doctor
ACT Composite: 34
MCAT: 39
Zach: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...teaching was something I cared deeply about. I tutored my way through college at Wesleyan University, where I graduated with Honors. Now with five years of experience, I am prepared to teach on a wide range of subjects in a variety of styles. When not tutoring, I am a playwright and lyricist, working on my...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 750
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The borough of Westwood is located in the northeastern part of New Jersey. It is a part of Bergen County, and has an approximate population of 11,000. Despite being in New Jersey, the city is a part of the New York metropolitan area, and many of its residents regularly travel to New York, NY, for work and leisure.
Currently, the Westwood Regional School District is the main school district serving the city. It includes Westwood Regional High School, which offers Advanced Placement classes and tests to its students. To potentially improve your score on that important exam, take advantage of an online and in-person tutoring session with a Westwood tutor who is skilled in test prep for students at all levels. The top college in the area is none other than Princeton University, which is located in Princeton, NJ, just over an hour's drive from Westwood. It is consistently ranked within the top three schools in the nation, but is often considered the best. With private test prep instruction via in-home or online tutoring in Westwood, NJ, you can potentially improve the chances of getting into a top school like this.
There are a lot of different activities that you can enjoy in and around the area of Westwood. One of the most popular places to go is Van Saun Park, which features pony rides, a carousel, and a zoo. Another great destination that people of all ages will enjoy is Monster Mini Golf. It offers a monster/Halloween theme, a unique mini golf course, and an arcade. Additionally, the hour drive into New York will give you access to amazing attractions such as Central Park and the Museum of Modern Art.
There is a wide selection of sporting events to attend, all within an hour's drive from Westwood. Fans of the National Football League can travel to East Rutherford, NJ, to see either the New York Giants or the New York Jets. If hockey is what you're looking for, during the winter season you can go to Prudential Center, located in Newark, NJ, to see the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League. If Major League Soccer is more what you're into, the New York Red Bulls make their home at Red Bull Arena, located in Harrison, NJ.
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