Award-Winning Middle School Tutors in Plainfield, NJ

...and reading and have aspirations to become a children's/ young adult author. I am also a published poet and plan on pursuing further publications in the future. The feeling I get when I am able to help build someone's confidence and skills is indescribable. As a previous Substitute Teacher, I have gained experience with students in all grade levels and abilities ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade, as well as students with special needs including...

Hello! My name is Vanessa Gleason. I'm currently attending Arizona State University and majoring in Sports Management. Along with being a full time college student, I'm also an avid motocross racer and dancer. I have a passion for tutoring and it's my goal to help students achieve their academic goals and become more confident in themselves.

I love tutoring! It is so satisfying to be able to share the knowledge that I have with students to help them excell in school!

...out of New 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...

...students through foundational Python, data structures, and basic web development. This experience deepened my understanding of how to make complex topics approachable and engaging. I enjoy creating an open, supportive environment where students can ask questions, make mistakes, and build confidence in their skills. Whether you're just starting out in programming or looking to improve your problem-solving abilities, I'm here to support your growth. I believe that with the right guidance and a curious mindset,...

...and find great fulfillment in helping others make music a part of their lives. In my experience people are intimidated by the process of learning music because they think music theory is nothing but hard rules and regulations like in the sciences or mathematics. This could be further from the truth. The one piece of advice that I would absolutely want all of my students to keep with them is that there are no rules...

...to tutor is math and biology, but I am able to tutor other subject areas like reading, writing, chemistry, and physics. My tutoring style is very student oriented with some lecturing. I make sure that most of the time I am asking questions, even if it is basic, just to get the student to always be on his/her feet. I also make sure to use a lot of diagrams and flow charts when teaching. Outside...

...helping students develop essential skills such as executive functioning, study techniques, and time management. My background in psychology allows me to understand each student's unique learning needs, enabling me to provide tailored support that fosters growth and confidence. I am dedicated to creating a positive, supportive environment where students can build the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally. Through personalized instruction, I aim to guide students toward long-term success.

I have a true appreciation for teaching and connecting with students of all ages! Everything from Chemistry to building an Excel spreadsheet =)

...and English writing skills, but I am equally confident in SAT and ACT test prep and math, science, history, and other subjects at the high school level. Beyond just helping improve students standardized test scores, I strive to inspire students to be confident, lifelong learners by getting to know what drives them individually and connecting this to their broader professional plans. The most rewarding aspect of tutoring for me is seeing my tutees understand something...

...experience. I have a Masters Degree in Education from Hunter College. I tutor reading, writing, math and social studies. My specialty is teaching reading comprehension and writing. I also have experience teaching math using the common core curriculum. I believe that education is an important way of improving ones life. My philosophy of teaching is to have my students become active participants in the learning process. I raise students academic skills by modeling and guiding...

...For many years I worked as a language teacher in an elementary school in New York as well as in Dominican Republic. At the beginning of my career, I worked as an elementary teacher here in New York City; I moved to Dominican Republic to pursue a doctoral degree during this time I worked as a Language Arts teacher focused on literature basically, I developed a tutoring program for those students that had difficulty learning...

...social studies. I have experience in World and US History (I and II), APUSH, Sociology and Law and Society. I love showing students how interesting (and fun!) history, reading and writing can be. I truly believe every student has great potential in something and its a teacher's job to help draw that out. When you tutor with me, you will discover your strengths, work on developing your areas of growth and learn to love learning!

...education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, reading, learning languages, and watching documentaries. I teach Elementary math, Middle School math, High school math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Calculus 1, Calculus 2, Calculus 3, Calculus 4, Multivariable Calculus, Vector Calculus, PSAT, PSAT Math,...

...reach their full, academic potential. My extensive experience with students of all academic abilities and strong knowledge of the Common Core Standards allows me to give targeted feedback that is bite-sized and impactful. I love digging in to student writing and finding the best way to let my students' stellar ideas come jumping off the page. As a complete bibliophile, I also adore fostering a love of reading and great literature in all of my...

What a magnanimous thing is education for the more we learn, the more we crave to know. It is an infinite experience. It is further so rewarding to teach individuals how to think and then witness the results of this gift.

...life as a tutor has brought me a lot of joy and perseverance. French is my native language and I grew up in the United States, so from a very young age I was bilingual. It wasn't until I was learning Spanish where I really started to take interest in and love languages. Being able to teach my passion really shines through to the student's learning experience, making education more comprehensive and enjoyable for everyone.

...and test preparation subjects. I'm passionate about helping students because I have had some difficulty with certain subjects myself, and I understand the frustration of what that is like. My experience with High School Physics made me an advocate of getting help when it's needed. After seeking out assistance, I went from consistently struggling with the subject to graduating as Best Physics Student. I'm a firm proponent of the idea that with enough help, anyone...

...all different levels, helping to identify areas of strengths, that will then be used to help push progress in areas of less success. I have always known that I wanted to be a teacher, so when I am not in front of students, I truly enjoy reading. I read educational books to continue my constant learning. I also read for pleasure. When I have free time, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and...

...SUNY University at Albany majoring in educational psychology. I have been tutoring for over 4 years and 2 years with Varsity Tutors. I tutor almost all subjects from maths, English, science, and history in grades K-11. I love to tutor because it gives me the experience I need to be a teacher and for every student, I want them to excel and understand what they struggle in and come out on top!