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George: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...which is why they may fall behind in school. I try to connect what they are learning to school to something they can more easily understand: Teaching the same thing, but from a different angle. The trouble with some classes as well is the disconnect between the teaching and the participation. As a tutor I...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Business
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 760
Jenny: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...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, I want them to walk into their tests or classrooms feeling confident. Even if they won’t know every answer, they'll...
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Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Cultural Anthropology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Zoe: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...a creative field empowering young people, specifically anything related to writing or the arts. I did a creative seminar at camp with a small co-ed group of young students, and the poems and thoughts some of those children came up with were simultaneously moving, insightful, wacky, and hilarious in a way that the best adult...
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Northwestern University - Bachelors, Theatre
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Dalton: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...As a freshman at the University of Pennsylvania, I am looking to major in communications. My primary interests are in journalism and the entertainment industry. I love writing, and I write for my schools arts and culture magazine. Additionally, I love to watch movies, travel, eat, and talk about pop culture. If theres one thing...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Mass Communications
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Vincent: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...(with a nonfiction writing concentration thesis on architecture and memory). I bring five years of tutoring experience as a Yale Writing Partner, assisting college students with their academic papers, grad school applications, and anything else that needs to be written clearly and effectively. I live in Brooklyn and work as a museum educator at The...
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Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 31
Josh: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...that each student comes to a problem or subject from a different angle. The trick is not only to find the approach that works for the student, but also to boost the student's own investment in finding the methods that work best. I believe a student learns best when choosing to engage with the subject...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science, Classics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800
Philip: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...of interest (writing, linguistics, computer science, and more), I completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Design graduating Cum Laude. As a tutor, I work to completely engage with a student's learning process and try to see the subject through their eyes. I stress conceptual understanding over formula memorization, but I'm also realistic...
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Columbia College Chicago - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fashion Design
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32
Lucy: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...to other students! Since I came to the sciences a little later in life, I learned a lot of helpful tools and tricks to make these subjects more accessible and easier to remember. I myself am a visual learner, so I love to incorporate the use of drawings, diagrams, mnemonics, and other learning devices into...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, Film Studies
CUNY Hunter College - Certificate, Post-Bacc Pre-med
Sheena: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...systematic approach. I know just how to make the testing environment one where a student feels both perfectly at ease and well equipped to succeed. I know first hand that testing and learning can be all too ridden with stress and have great techniques to reduce that. My approach to teaching is simple: kindness, calmness,...
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Macaulay Honors College at Hunter College - Bachelors, Economics, Chinese
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
Rumit: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...taught several subjects including Math (Algebra, Trigonometry, SAT, and SAT Subject Tests), Physics (High school and SAT Subject Tests), SAT Writing, and Economics (High school and AP level). I am extremely passionate about teaching and have taught students of several age groups (12 through 19). I would love to continue this passion by tutoring you!...
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Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics (and a minor in Mathematics)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 800
SAT Writing: 800
Brian: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...help others because I am a firm believer in the importance of seeking help when it is needed. In high school, I always found myself aiding my peers with their math homework, and reviewing essays for clarity and correct grammar. I was always complemented on how patient and specific my feedback was. Now, as I...
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New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theater
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
SAT Math: 720
Meghana: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...coursework and volunteered throughout college whether at the local hospital or campus event. If you need any help with Calculus AB, Calculus 3+4, any level of Algebra, Statistics, Probability, Biochemistry, or standardized examination prep I'm the tutor for you! I can help teach concepts, work on homework, or review for exams. Feel free to send...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Beau: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...my students. Whenever I tutor, my main objective is not simply to plant more knowledge in the student's mind, but to give them a greater understanding of broader fields of inquiry, so that they reach a greater understanding of how the different academic domains are connected and interdependent. Outside of academics, I am a Midshipman...
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Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 35
David: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...practicality and flexibility above all. Tests are stressful enough; your preparation process should be all about developing the skills you need in the way that works best for you give your background. In a lot of ways, you've been preparing for these tests your whole life, especially in areas like Reading Comprehension - my job...
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Princeton University - Bachelors, Woodrow Wilson School of International Affairs
LSAT: 175
Shin: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...them with quantitative problems. For example, rather than simply telling my calculus students the formula for integration by parts, I first show them how it is derived so they acquire a good grasp of how it operates. Outside of school, I really enjoy being involved with music. I love singing, playing the drums, piano, and...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Ayomide: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...develop a interest in the art form that is writing. I like to come up with ways to make learning fun for students. I understand that some subjects are frustrating for students and tutoring can sound like more school and does not always sound like fun. I believe that if a student is relaxed and...
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Brown University - Current Undergrad, Anthropology
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 710
Sophia: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...and fluent in, which include English, German, Italian, and Spanish. I also enjoy assisting in science-related fields, mostly for school-aged children and teens. Lastly, in my fifteen years of violin-playing, I have been part of a number of ensembles, including the Columbia University Orchestra, and have taught violin to elementary and middle school students.
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Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
Karan: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...18 through the company Allen Mentoring in subjects such as physics, math, english, and history. I have scored a 34 on my ACT exam (out of 36). If you haven't found anyone already, I would be happy to be of assistance. Please let me know. I would be happy to answer any questions beforehand. Thank...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Applied Economics and Management
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Dylan: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
...simple: I wouldn't have made it to Harvard without finding a way to enjoy studying for the SATs and other tests. My goal is to share that enthusiasm with my students. The test might be frustrating, and it might seem pointless, but I insist that every hour spent on SAT prep is a priceless investment...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Music and Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Claire: Westwood tutor
Certified Tutor in Westwood, NJ
I am a Columbia University graduate who majored in Political Science, Classics and History. I have also spent the last year as an English teacher in Connecticut. I am available to tutor in New York City and the Stamford, CT area or online.
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Classics, Political Science & History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800
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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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