Award-Winning Japanese Tutors serving Elizabeth, NJ

...City University of New York, and I am currently finishing my thesis. For the past two years I was an adjunct instructor at The City College of New York, teaching statistics and introductory neuroscience, where I learned the importance of communicating complicated concepts clearly at an individualized level. All of my classes performed above average, and I discovered how satisfying it is to help people understand difficult ideas. I've found that by creating a good...

...Baruch College. I received my Bachelor of Business Administration in Operations Management, with a minor in Spanish. Since graduating, I've tutored people of all ages, with varying levels of proficiency (i.e. beginners, etc.) In addition to grammar and literature, I've helped my students improve their conversational Japanese in everyday situations. My lessons also incorporate elements of Japanese culture, especially pop culture and anime/manga, and history. In my spare time, I enjoy playing piano, painting, traveling...

...I am currently enrolled in McGill University, working towards a BA in Political Science. I tutor SAT math, Japanese, English as a second language, and TOEFL. My teaching style really varies on each student, and I make it my goal to create a unique style for every individual student depending on their strengths and weaknesses. Outside of tutoring, I love art, watching comedy/crime shows, and watching Youtube. I would love to get to know each...

...hiccups at the most inopportune moments. Why could I only think of pinyin for the Chinese characters that I had just spent twenty minutes memorizing? And why did I blurt that out in Japanese to my English speaking family? Was I ever going to be able to learn to use these languages properly? But from those years, I learned several helpful truths and tips that were applicable both inside and outside of the classroom. The...

...i.e. classmates, referrals and colleagues helping them achieve their objectives. I always found it rewarding to see faces shine during Aha moments of understanding and eventually see many of them improve their scores/performance. With regards to learning, I believe there are 3 keys: practice, practice and more practice! In other words, my message to you is be not afraid. Any seemingly complex knowledge can be learned with sufficient understanding and review. I am here to...

...out what they need, especially with small groups of students or 1-on-1. I have a lot of educational theory knowledge thanks to my master's degree from NYU in TESOL and Foreign Language Education, and I've put that into practice during my teaching: elementary ESL and high school Japanese and English/ESL. I've also taught English in elementary schools in Japan, and worked online and in person with kids and adults in ESL and Japanese. I have...

...than set strict quotas for a student. I work with the student to help them with whatever problem they may have. It works because the student doesn't realize that they are being guided in the long run, but gradually the student may become more adept to the material. And surely, after a few weeks of tutoring, the processes to solve a particular dilemma, the steps would become second nature to the student. As I am...

...experienced tutor, I see myself in an important supporting role: there to help the student shine! Whether looking for help completing homework, preparing for tests, or building solid foundational knowledge to build upon in the years ahead, I am ready to tailor my support to your particular needs. I can help explain concepts, walk you through specific problems, or give you hints to help you score better. Let me know how I can best help...

...name is Masaya and I'm currently a Ph.D. candidate. I majored in Political Science and International Relations in college and graduate school. Besides English, I also speak fluent Japanese and Chinese. Over the past a few years, I have taught Mandarin to all ages, and Japanese to college students. I also served as a Teaching Assistant at my university. I love teaching and spreading knowledge! Through Varsity Tutors, I hope I can help you and...

I have been tutoring since I was an undergraduate. I tutor math, Japanese, reading and writing, and SAT prep. I am interested in helping you achieve your goals and see results. I can be strict but I am also gentle and encouraging. My hobbies and interests include karate, drawing, reading, and playing the piano.

I have more than 6 years of Japanese language tutoring experience, both children and adults. I am a native Japanese speaker. I would love to help you to learn Japanese with thorough, thoughtful and efficient methods. I respect for my students' ability and desire to learn. I will keep you learning Japanese with joy and motivation! I love learning and teaching. I would love to share the joy and endeavor with people to achieve their goal.

...abroad. As a professional teacher, I've taught beginning to advanced students, privately, and at universities such as Harvard, The Ohio State University, Indiana University, the University of Maryland, and the University of Hawaii. My students include business people (Microsoft, Boston Scientific, Bosch, IBM), State Department candidates, military officers, spouses, college students and younger children. While my specialty is working with learners to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), I have also helped people learn...

...of Arts degree in Psychology at New York University and worked in New York, NY for six years in private industry. I returned to higher education, moving to Boston where I conducted research, taught, and studied Clinical Psychology. After completing a Master of Liberal Arts in Clinical Psychology at Harvard University, I moved to Salt Lake City, UT to pursue a PhD in Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology). I am proficient in SPSS, Stata, APA formatting, and...

...private institute in Daejeon, Korea to help improve their conversational English. In my experience, helping struggling students prepare for the EIKEN (an English Proficiency Standardized Test), we always seem to have the most fun prepping for the interview stage of the exams. While I can tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, French, History and Linguistics. My passion and discipline for learning foreign languages were the driving forces I was...

...side of the Chicago in the early 90s. I have been a teacher in public schools for the last 10 years, but was a teacher both in Japan and in New York City before I began my current position. Generally my expertise lies in mathematics but I am confident in my abilities in helping students complete homework in all academic areas. I like teaching math because over the years I have built up a great deal...

...experience teaching. I enjoy working with students of all ages and levels, and I grew up in 4 different countries so I have worked with people from different countries as well. I try to get the big picture during my first lesson and plan a rough class plan that works best for the student, so I do not have a set materials/go-to plan, after all, each student has different goals and learning curves and a...

Hi! I'm Momoka. I am a recent graduate with B.S. in chemistry. I started tutoring at the Learning Center in my college, and I currently tutor high school and college chemistry, physics, and mathematics. I'm also a native Japanese speaker!

...from William Paterson University with a Bachelor's in Music and East Asian Studies, Japanese Focus. I tutor for both these areas, music and the Japanese language, and I enjoy both because they can be challenging and amazing to learn. Education has been very important to me growing up, and I believe you can still learn new things no matter what. In my spare time, I like participating in Japanese culture activities, walking outside, movies, reading,...

I am dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel confident to excel. My approach is tailored to each learner, breaking down complex ideas into simple, relatable steps. With a focus on building skills and self-assurance, I strive to make every session impactful and enjoyable. Together, we'll turn challenges into achievements.

...also want them to feel a sense of confidence. It is such a fun, and explorative, outlet for me and I find it hard not to want to share that experience with others, even if it is not also their passion. I hope that I can open doors in the minds of my students that help them consider writing in ways they never have before, rather than as an academic chore or boring mode of...