Award-Winning History Tutors serving New Brunswick, NJ

...level to fellow college undergraduates. I am analytical, inquisitive, thoughtful, well rounded, and have a strong command of the content areas that I teach. A key trait of a great tutor is the ability to simplify difficult concepts. I like to use “real world” connotations to guide my students and help them grasp the material. Encouragement is essential in building up confidence. Lack of confidence is one of the most overlooked mind blocks that prevent...

...their advanced writing courses as a University Writing Fellow. I also tutored middle and high school students in their math, science, and English coursework, as well as providing ACT prep for them. Following my undergrad, I was accepted to Teach For America and trained and taught as an early elementary education teacher in all content areas for four years (while also teaching elementary visual arts in the fourth year). During this time, I was the...

...a degree in History. Through this journey, I have found my passion for teaching while working for Rutgers at one of their tutoring centers and i have been working there for 3 years as a tutor but I also have experience with High School students as well. I know that every student is different and each student has their own needs that must be met so they can fully reach their full academic potential all...

...major in History and Theater. I was awarded Outstanding Student of History and am a member of the History Honors Society. I am also about to have one of my papers published in the Edinburgh History of Reading. I primarily have experience tutoring in the humanities (English, writing and history). I believe in finding ways to make work educational, fun, and giving tools that can be used outside of the classroom.

...my career when I finished Undergrad at Eastman/ U of R in 2008. During my last semester there, as well as any break that saw me returning home to New Rochelle, NY, I continued to teach music in any capacity that I could - private lessons and schools, charter schools, teaching agencies, camps, etc. Since 2008, I have hosted more than 8 studio recitals for my students and run myself as a business, seeking to...

...transcripts on the history of philosophy since 300 BCE. I can proofread essays, perform long division, translate difficult texts, and find the derivative. Prior to the outbreak of COVID-19, my plans were to attend Columbia's School of Social Work, where I was hoping to counsel foster youth. Unfortunately, I've had to defer my enrollment to Columbia, but I'm still just as passionate about education and child welfare as ever. My goal as a tutor is...

I am a highly enthusiastic tutor with a keen interest in teaching students with the learning style that maximizes their learning potential. I aim to not only raise your child's grades but also foster characteristics of an independent learner to ensure their future academic success.

...majored in history with minors in Civil War era studies and economics at Gettysburg College. I am also currently pursuing my Masters in Education at Touro College in New York City. I performed in the 75th percentile in the GRE this fall. I can help you elevate the effectiveness of your writing, whether it be for college applications, AP tests, or anything in between. I have a passion for history, and love to share that...

...being Egypt, someday). During the last two summers, I have taught seminars at a 10-day conference hosted by a Harvard student organization in China. The students were all high school students in China, and I absolutely loved the discussions and the chance to teach subjects I am passionate about to my students. I tend to approach problems from several angles and enjoy hearing new perspectives. In my free time, I play violin in an orchestra...

...to do so at Varsity Tutors! Although I have a degree in chemistry, my favorite subject to tutor is math. There are so many different methods to solving a math problem and getting the same answer. It is super easy for me to adapt and find a method best suited for the tutee, whether it is drawing pictures or using props. My teaching style can be described as "relatability" (yes, I made that word up!)....

...schools. I tutor Spanish 1, U.S. History, and math from the elementary level through Algebra 2. U.S. History is one of my favorite subjects to teach because I enjoy making it feel personal and engaging by connecting events to stories that spark curiosity. I also enjoy working with younger students and creating a positive, patient learning environment. My tutoring style is supportive and interactive. I focus on breaking down challenging concepts into clear, manageable steps...

Hello! My name is James I am a Certified Social Studies Teacher in New Jersey, currently teaching 8th grade. I attended The College of New Jersey where I majored in History and Secondary Education. I am passionate about helping students reach their full potential in American History, Political Science, and Writing.

I am a graduate of Drew University in Madison, NJ with a degree in English Literature. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, and spending time with my family and friends. I am enthusiastic about helping students to improve their academic confidence, essays, and test scores. Through ACT and AP test tutoring, I hope to help high school students improve their abilities and get into their dream college. ... My role as a tutor is...

...a strong educator. When interacting with students, I emphasize perseverance, exploration and advocacy. I believe those values develop proficient, passionate and confident learners. With regard to specific teaching methods, I teach students how to develop strong study habits and strategies, as well skills. I allow students to articulate how they learn best and adjust my teaching methods to fit their needs. Most importantly, I enJOY teaching and strive to making learning a joy to students....

Hi! My name is Sydney Mueller, I am a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania with a bachelors in Cognitive Neuroscience. I am now working as a healthcare consultant.

...especially. I also encourage students to keep a diary of ideas or a notebook where they can keep track of their work and ideas. Some examples I am proud of: I taught one adult student good basic conversational and written French in 6 months. Two of my students whom I tutored in a few subjects each for several years in High School went from being B/B+ students to gaining admission to the University of Chicago...

As the first member of my immediate family to graduate college, I had to overcome personal obstacles in education and I am always eager to help out younger students who are trying to propel themselves academically

...in Psychology. I graduated from Beacon High School in Manhattan. I have previously tutored through a program called Star Learning and have experience with students of all ages. I am comfortable teaching all subjects, especially Math, Science, and English, as well as have experience with the SAT and various AP tests. I believe that it is really important for every student to feel confident in their academic ability and am excited to be able to...

...were truth, once they helped me find the page I've had much, much more success. I have been tutoring kids since I was in high school, but I've also spent many hours working with kids on the baseball diamond as a coach, as well as as a camp counselor. My philosophy is that I know how hard and difficult (and sometimes annoying) high school English and History classes can be, and my goal is to...

I'm an experienced teacher of English literature, history, and the other humanities. I also have extensive experience teaching standardized test prep. My pledge to you is to work with you to better understand whatever it is that is giving you difficulty -- or to maxmize your score on that standardized test.