Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving New Brunswick, NJ

I am a retired trial attorney with 43 years of experience, a recent five-year tutor, a published writer, and a life-long fan of young people. I have my theory of learning: the brain does not know the word "No Positivity above all. If you learn what to do, you will not do what not to do.."

...The school I work for provides a platform for me to tutor students struggling in English. I focus on essay formatting and grammar usage in homework. My favorite subject is English. Women in literature was one of my favorite classes in undergrad because it gave me insight of women writers from a feminist lens. My philosophy towards teaching and tutoring is to never do the work for students but give them insight. Motivation and moderation...

Patience, clear communication, and creating step by step processes for problem solving are the tools that help me teach students the concepts they need to learn. With a bachelor's degree in finance, my foundation in math helps me pass down information in a variety of understandable approaches. I hope that through my passion of teaching I am able to understand the students thought process and help them be more analytical in their problem solving.... The most...

As a tutor, I am aware that the student is the top priority. I want the student to reach their full potential under my tutoring and develop a rapport with them so that they feel comfortable reaching out to me. Accessibility is most important to me and it really enhances the tutoring experience.

...have experience as a tutor to students ranging in age from 1st grade to adults, have taught after-school activities for elementary school students, assisted teachers in middle school classrooms for students with special needs, and have taught a section of an undergraduate course. Personally, I learn best through an interdisciplinary approach, when I am able to see how different subjects, theories, or activities are related to each other. I know that it is important for...

I am a New York City public school teacher, who is also currently earning my Masters in Special Education. I teach 9th and 10th grade health and science. In the past, I've had careers as a fashion designer and a magazine editor. I love being a teacher.

I am a freshman at Johns Hopkins! I love to tutor a variety of subjects, and I am an avid reader! I've always wanted to be a tutor because of the impact that student tutors have had in my life whenever I had to understand a particularly difficult topic.

...work and education experience to good use as a part of Varsity Tutors for this reason. My life as a student has brought me to the realization that finding out what sort of learner you are makes all the difference. A focus on building your learning toolkit makes you stronger than simply amassing answers to questions ever will. I'm here to help young adults find the personal and unique tools they can use to be...

I am a recent graduate of Columbia University, a certified high school social studies teacher, and your next tutor!

...graduate from Mount Holyoke College, where I received my Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Comparative Religion. I have several years of experience in tutoring a wide variety of subjects, including Algebra, Geometry, and Biology, but my favorite subjects to tutor are English, Social Studies, and History. I love the process of forming a personal bond with a student and helping them figure out the most effective ways for them to learn. I am passionate...

...and science subjects as well as business courses. I'm excited to tutor subjects in both of these different fields. I used to tutor math and reading on the pre-K to Grade 12 level for nearly 3 years, so I'm familiar with working with many different kinds of students. Through my experiences, I have learned that helping students obtain a thorough understanding of the material helps them succeed in mastering the subject faster and to their...

...picked up several useful studying and test-taking techniques that may help all different types of students. I think it is important to find the easiest and the most efficient and enjoyable techniques for each particular student, as every individual learns better in different ways. As a college student now, I still use many of these studying strategies and have been exposed to even more from my fellow peers. I am very hard-working and dedicated, not...

...a recent graduate from Spelman College with a B.A. in English and French. I was a French tutor and Writing Center tutor during my time at Spelman. I graduated with honors and in the top ten of my class, so I am knowledgeable about my areas lf study. I am a good listener and will tailor our sessions to how you would best learn. In my spare time, I love to read, write, and bake.

Hello! I help students reach their writing goals, from generating ideas to revising and polishing finished work. My experience designing and teaching writing seminars at Columbia University and editing the Columbia Journal gives me the tools to guide students as the produce work they can be proud of.

...a biomedical engineer at Capital Health hospital where I implement medical devices and have the ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in a timely and accurate manner. Also, doing an MBA I'm a very Energetic and passionate college student working towards a BS in biomedical Engineering at Rutgers University. Extremely innovative and possess hands-on experience with teamwork and management, as well as skills in communications. Brings a commitment to growing and learning, a passion for...

...aged 3 through 12, and tutored them and assisted with homework. I also volunteered at an after school program for underprivileged kids called Atlanta Union Mission where I worked with small groups of elementary, middle, and high school students on homework assignments. After I graduated from Georgia Tech in May, I moved to Munich and worked as an au pair for five months. I used this opportunity to travel around Europe and learn German. Although...

...him. When I was a peer tutor at Harvard University, I discovered how enjoyable and rewarding it was to help other people understand our school's Freshman computer requirement and how I could use my knowledge, skills, and tricks to help them break down and overcome a daunting goal. I was an officer in the U.S. Navy, where I learned to lead and teach people from all walks of life, and also saw first-hand how adding...

...my MBA and studying for my CPA. While at school I held leadership positions on campus and completed five internships both part-time throughout the school year and full-time over the summers. Additionally, I tutored NCAA Division 1 athletes in the areas of IT and accounting while attending Seton Hall University. Through my experience tutoring I have grown to appreciate differing methods of learning that individuals use. Additionally, I enjoy reading, crafting, baking, traveling, being outside,...

...SAT Verbal, essay writing, Social Studies, History, and Civics and Government. I am patient, engaging, and thorough. I enjoy helping other people learn, especially if I can also help them enjoy learning. Therefore, my approach to teaching and tutoring has always been first to assess the student's needs as a learner--what is engaging and helpful for them? I am then able to bring a varied approach depending on the student's learning style.

...and enrichment of content. By using informal and formal screeners along with pre assessments - I will always have a map of where to take any tutoring session. Having an academic and practical elementary/middle school application understanding of data definitely enforces corrective instruction, reteaching, or content enrichment that will occur. I have also worked a great deal with middle school students in pilot programs that center around blended and asynchronous learning. I am entering my...