Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Bergen County, NJ

...Studies and Language Arts since 2007. 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 and to have been able to engage in the classroom on a regular basis...

...all levels of English and German, with a preference for literary and creative genres. One-on-one tutoring presents my ideal teaching scenario: it allows me to provide my undivided attention, to tailor my approach to the student's needs, and to become a supportive and compassionate mentor all around. I strive to engage my student through a dynamic and friendly approach, and to make learning effective and fun. Besides reading and writing, I love live music shows,...

...tutored since high school because it is something I truly enjoy. I approach tutoring with patience, and with finding a motivation to learn and excel that is specific to each student. With young adults and older learners, I approach each skill with purpose in reaching their individual goals and dreams, and with younger learners it is all personalize-practice-reward, working with parents and mentors to understand their needs and facilitate their individual learning and success. I'd...

...how to drive. True, some are better than others and some pick it up quicker than others, but everyone can do it. It just takes someone to help guide you through its complexities. It takes someone who will take the time to identify the blockage points and allow understanding to come. There is nothing I enjoy more than working with students to clear those blockages and have them say "I get it!" instead of "I...

...York City. My background is in Special Education and teaching exceptional learners. I have a Bachelors degree in Economics and a Masters degree in Teaching. I tutor for all core academic subjects including ELA, Math, Science, and History. I also tutor in more specialized areas like French, ESL/ELL, writing, music, and more! I believe that there is no "average" student; instead, all students have unique strengths and needs and instruction must be tailored to them....

...in Bogota, Colombia. I have experience tutoring one on one as well as teaching courses of up to 40 students. As a tutor, I prioritize understanding individual student's learning styles. While I offer structure and approaches that have helped me and others I know along the way, I understand that there are multiple ways to take in the same information. I believe that everyone is capable of learning just about anything given the right support...

...tests can be a real slog, I bring a fun and supportive atmosphere to my tutoring sessions. I want my students to remember that the real purpose of studying is to learn and to grow; if we can find a way to accomplish those goals, better test scores will follow naturally. Since graduating, I have moved to New York to pursue my dreams of being an actor. My particular specialty is in Shakespeare, and I...

...angles from which to approach a concept until all my students understand a given concept. I look forward to helping students discover the principles of my chosen field--specifically, in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, or general biology. I'm also proficient in writing and speaking English, and I am passionate about communicating with appropriate style, grammar, and tone. I'm happy to tutor in areas related to written and spoken English, in general, for adult learners, and in...

...could ask them questions about what they thought was accurate or false in the essay. I could ask why they thought that way. I could show the student how they should question the material by asking them the types of questions they needed to ask. To me, this is the core of teaching towards understanding - teaching a student how to continue teaching themselves. There is a time and place for lectures and so-called information...

...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 about the demands of standardized testing and teach testing strategy as well as material. I'm passionate about good writing, and I love to work on students' reading and writing skills. When I'm not tutoring, I love to run in Prospect Park, listen to...

...was "so far" from what I loved. In reality, it wasn't. The reason I love working with students in my free time is because tutoring isn't just about improving grades to me; it's about shifting the perception of what you can do. As a tutor, I aim to help you realize how subjects that you struggle with can help you in the long run. Moreover, I want to help you find the intersection of what...

...have to say essay construction and writing because I believe that a student's ability to express themselves intelligently and creatively is the foundation of a strong education as well as a successful career path. I graduated from Chapman University in 2011 and moved to New York City in order to pursue my associate's degree in fashion marketing at Parsons The New School for Design, where my coursework covered everything from business branding to marketing management....

...students as they applied to high schools and colleges, devising diverse strategies to prepare students with different learning styles. I carried this knowledge into my practice as a Writing Fellow at Barnard, where I tutored students on writing projects from all disciplines at every stage of the drafting process. I am eager to facilitate a dynamic exchange of ideas between myself and my students, leading each tutoring session with the awareness that I learn as...

...preschool classrooms, was a Graduate Assistant at Fordham's Office of Research, and spent my undergraduate years volunteering with Jumpstart. For three years, I served as a Team Leader with Jumpstart, a national non-profit that seeks to prepare students from less affluent neighborhoods for Kindergarten, so that they are less likely to drop out of high school. In this position, I worked with teachers and school staff, as well as led a group of my peers...

...years of experience. Specialize in reading, writing, conversation, speaking and listening. Have worked with all different ethnicities and cultural backgrounds. Dedicated to helping students achieve their goals in learning English. Educational background includes a BA in German Studies from Lewis and Clark College and I am in the process of earning my TESOL certification from The New School. Teaching experience includes tutoring and teaching at Berlitz Language Center in Portland, OR, International Catholic Charities Community...

...in shaping youth and our future. I believe that every student should receive individualized attention and support where they need. I am currently a Masters of Social Work student and will be pursuing a career in the education system. I tutor in writing and reading comprehension for elementary and middle school aged students. I worked at an elementary school as the school counselor providing social-emotional and academic support to students this past (2019-2020) academic school...

...am also an executive educational specialist, possessing a post graduate degree (Ed.S) in educational leadership, management policy and supervision from Seton Hall University. While accomplishing my educational certifications I have been employed as a full-time educator in one of New Jersey's public school districts where I am currently working as a special education teacher. My responsibilities as a veteran educator with over twenty years of experience include teaching students in both the general and special...

...and support for both enrichment and struggling students. I prefer one-on-one tutoring and enjoy engaging my students with fun and challenging problems. I like to apply problems to real world situations to allow my students to get a command on the concept and get comfortable with the topic in question. I look forward to working with you. Please contact me about any questions you may have! I look forward to working with you to reach...

...Theatre, and a minor in American History. I love working with students of all ages, and helping young people on their own personal paths to success. I'm a huge baseball fan (my team is the San Francisco Giants), and am passionate about my craft of working professionally in theatre and film. In working with students, I'm all about working hard on the goals we set together, while having a good time. I like to take...

...had often tutored in math, including algebra and calculus. While I was at UCLA, I continued tutoring math and English to middle and elementary school students around Los Angeles county. Since then, I have completed my Master's Degree in European History, Politics, and Society at Columbia University. I love history, politics, and writing. I am very passionate about education and I love being able to help students who are struggling. I firmly believe that there...