Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Essex County, NJ

...a recent graduate from Harvard University, where I majored in Neurobiology with a minor in Economics. I particularly enjoy tutoring for the SAT and other standardized tests, because I believe that with enough practice and some solid test-taking strategies, anyone can master these. As a former Division I runner, I've learned the importance of persistence and hard work, and I love sharing these values with my students and helping them to make significant gains. Outside...

...Medical School. I was a Family Practitioner for 25 years. I have successfully mentored and tutored all levels of students for 30 years. I currently tutor SAT and ACT English at an international learning center, Biology at Assumption College and science, psychology, SAT and GRE prep, insurance, math and college entrance essays with Varsity Tutors. I try to make every session interactive and fun! My hobbies include all sports, photography, nature, astronomy and trivia.

...Music. For the last two years, I taught middle and high school English in NYC public schools. Now I freelance as a tutor, book editor, and musician; I love the increased opportunities to work with people individually! In addition to working as a classroom English teacher, I have worked with music students of all ages in classrooms, in ensembles, and individually. My favorite part about teaching and tutoring is helping students get excited about a...

...a recent graduate of Vanderbilt University who has a passion for teaching and tutoring people of all ages. I am an Economics major with a minor in South Asian Studies. My goal as a tutor is to cater to each student's needs and personality on an individual basis while giving every student the tools necessary to achieve their goals! I have tutored several SAT students who have see substantial score improvement in their subject and...

...parlayed into ghostwriting books for other people and freelance writing for media outlets such as The Huffington Post, USA Today, and Thought Catalog, among others. I spent one year in London writing art reviews for exhibitions at the Tate Modern and Victoria & Albert museum. I live in downtown NYC. As a tutor, my goal is to implement my experience and passion for reading and writing into each session, pushing students to think outside of...

...everything from editing papers for friends to assisting English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching. My focus and greatest personal interest is in Social Studies. Whether it's history, government, or economics, I'm fascinated by how societies function, and I love to help people explore these topics. I believe the most important part of tutoring is helping a student overcome their fear of being wrong. Oftentimes the intense social pressures of the classroom make it difficult...

My name is Erin. I am currently a student at the University of Maryland at College Park and I am in the engineering program. I love soccer, reading, and creating art. I really enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience with peers and hope that I can help out those struggling with academics.

...teaching and tutoring. Over the past 10 years, 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,...

...City School District students in grades K-5. As an employee, I tutored students in elementary math, science, social studies, and English. While working for this organization, I learned how to effectively manage classrooms of 10 to 25 students, while also frequently adjusting my communication style according to individual students academic needs. In addition to my experience as an after-school tutor, I have worked as a private tutor in math and English, preparing students for their...

Many students benefit from one on one learning experiences. It is important that students get individual attention to ensure that they understand the material, and that attention is not always given in the classroom environment. Students should be able to feel comfortable with their teachers and ask questions when they need clarification, and there should be enough trust between teacher and student for easy conversation.

...me the greatest joy is watching a student learn to love reading and to discover the deep satisfaction of putting their thoughts on paper. I received my B.A in Creative Writing from Sarah Lawrence College, and I was a Visiting Student in Classics and English at Oxford University. My two great passions in life are writing and education. In my life outside tutoring, I write professionally and am on the Board of Trustees of a...

...I am a graduate of Colgate University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. At Colgate, I was involved in the Hamilton Central School Tutoring Program, through which I was responsible for team tutoring 10 elementary-aged students in French on a weekly basis. After graduation, I worked at Hanover Research in Washington, D.C., where I worked to support student achievement by conducting primary and secondary research for school districts across the country. Currently,...

...where I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature and French Literature. My strong interest in discovering the world and communicating with people led me to learn Italian, Spanish, and Portugese on my own while maintaining fluency in my mother language which is Greek. I then went on to travel around the world to countries like Nepal, Argentina, Morocco, Indonesia along with many others, in some of which I have resided for long...

...always loved learning and working with peers, which is why I decided to pursue a liberal arts education. I worked as a swim instructor for children ages 3-15 when I was in high school, and love being outdoors, exploring, traveling and dogs. I specialize in elementary school math, middle school math, as well as Calculus and Algebra. I am also eager to tutor English, writing and grammar. Due to my background in theatre, I am...

...education greats. I maintain high standards and expect my students to exceed my standards. I believe education is important, and with proper guidance all individuals can succeed. Outside of tutoring, I am a high school mathematics teacher. I have been teaching for roughly 9 years (4 years college, 5 years high school). At the high school level I have taught Algebra, Algebra II, AP Calculus, and SAT Math. I am currently teaching solely Geometry because...

...in a middle school in Manhattan. In addition to helping my students succeed in essay writing, reading comprehension, and math, I have experience prepping 7th graders for the New York City Specialized High School Admissions Test. I am currently in my 6th year as a 1st grade teacher in a K-8 school in Manhattan. At my school, I have had the opportunity to teach 1st-7th graders in after-school enrichment and test prep in Science, Literacy,...

...and the personal confidence that the student demonstrates puts me at ease. When this occurs all is right in my world! I not only have the passion to assist in attaining that academic goal but I have worked in a teaching and tutoring capacity for many years. I have been in classrooms with students of all ages - from toddlers to adults. I have worked in groups and in one-on-one settings. I make sure to...

...always been teaching. I have worked with students on the art of reading, writing, and analyzing fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry, but I am eager to lend a hand to those who require support in several areas of the humanities. As a proponent of diversity, equity, and inclusion in education, I am constantly working towards the goal of making learning accessible (and fun!) for all. Our greatest passions can be found in the most unexpected...

...work with citizens and elected officials to advance the development of the project. I lead presentations and information sessions to educate the public on the process, timeline, and project. I previously served the people of New York as a Policy Advisor to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo. Where I developed policy proposals for the Governor's annual legislative agenda and budget. I also worked to translate these complex policies into simple to understand concepts for communicating with...