Certified Tutors From Seton Hall University

...I began teaching at the secondary level at the time I decided to pursue a Master's in History. I had been working in Sales for a good part of my adult life, harboring a dream to go back to school and to write about my passion. I have been fortunate to have accomplished that goal...

...know the more you are able to share with others at home and even when you travel abroad! When it comes to learning outside of school, there is no one size fits all. Getting to know my students, learning their past experiences, present obstacles, and future goals all provide me great satisfaction!

...the Classical Studies Department tutor for Latin. One of the things I enjoy most about tutoring students in Latin and Italian is helping them build a stronger foundation in their native English language as well as in the foreign language. Over the course of my years as a tutor, I have seen my students expand...

...the past. I always say, "There are many ways to explain the same point, you just have to find the one that you understand." I believe that it is our responsibility to pass our knowledge on to the next generation. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, writing, going to the theater, and exploring new...

...as a Graduate Assistant in the Educational Studies department at SHU, particularly more recently in the Office of Field Placement, I am immersed in an environment that puts pedagogy, reflective practice and the science of teaching at the forefront. Placing interns and student teachers into surrounding communities, as well as serving as a substitute teacher...

...and Education. For the last few years, I have taught both Special Education and English in a high school setting. I have worked with students of various economic levels to prepare them for college and entrance exams. Working with my students individual needs, they have made excellent strides in critical thinking skills and practical writing...

...to take a less traveled road to get to our destination. My experience in differentiated instruction and hands-on learning has allowed me to meet the diverse needs of all of my students. I enjoy bringing new ideas and concepts to my classroom everyday. My students are not just my students but teachers as well. The...

I am a Secondary Education and English double-major at Seton Hall University. I also have a minor in Educational Information Technologies. I have tutored pre-K, elementary school, middle school, high school, and college, as well as taught middle school, high school, and college classes.

...In addition to working in high schools in three New Jersey districts (Middletown, Old Bridge, and North Brunswick), I raised four children of my own. Even with this hectic schedule, I found time to become a published author, and I co-wrote a book about baseball (one of my passions) which was published in 1992. Besides...

...authors plan, outline and articulate their thoughts in writing in an encouraging way is second nature to me. Finally, as a university educator working with undergrads, I know how to develop the skills needed to get into a good college and more importantly - to succeed once there. Mastery of advanced English reading and writing...

...and take ownership of their studies. My goal is to foster independence in every student and allow these students to thrive individually and when working with others in group settings. My methods have been developed through my own experiences in the classroom and through observation of effective educators. I believe that a strong focus should...

...order to understand complex ideas, one must often break it down into simpler ideas. It is within these simpler ideas that a clear understanding must be made. Often times in the realm of problem solving, many solutions are possible. I encourage the employment of many different methods for one problem, because we all think differently....

It is my goal to share what I have upstairs with anyone who could benefit from it. I've enjoyed math most of my life and, over the years, I would like to think that I have been able to share that enjoyment with many of my students.

...test prep - I myself have taken many standardized exams Other social sciences - I took every AP social science course offered I first started tutoring when I myself was in high school; helping the local middle school students with the homework they were most struggling with. I have two siblings who are now in...

I have been an educator since 1992 beginning my career as substitute teacher, and ultimately obtaining my Master's Degree in Education Administration. I have taught all grade levels from 1st grade through 12th grade in English Language Arts. I have also been a high school Dean of Discipline and an Elementary school principal.... I would show them what independent learning looks like, making sure they understand the concept.

...the English Language Arts because I love being able to help students develop and practice strong and effective communication skills. My tutoring style involves holding an open discussion with my students, figuring out their individual needs, asking productive questions and letting them figure out the answers, outlining their goals, and coaching them through a step-by-step...

...in Germany, played sports in England, and graduated high school in Canada are some examples. Fluent in French and English, I also have a working knowledge of Spanish (lived in Spain for a while)... I love traveling. I love to cook, play the saxophone (and rugby). I am genuine and know that studying can be...

I am a professional writer and media analyst who excels in finding innovative strategies to enhance learning. I am especially skilled at identifying problem areas in understanding and helping students achieve full comprehension of key material during their sessions.... My teaching philosophy is that anything can be taught to anyone, as long as it is broken down in the right way for that individual student.

...Education. While I was there I studied Elementary, Special Education and Mathematics. During my time at Seton Hall I worked after school at Kumon Tutoring Center. While there, I was working one on one or in small groups with both struggling students and advanced students. I have also been privately tutoring math for two years....

...Orange, NJ. I moved to New Jersey where I went to school and taught for them while they paid my tuition for grad school along with a small stipend. I lived in Jersey for a year and a half and then moved to Brooklyn, NY. I lived there for another year and a half. I...