Award-Winning Philosophy Tutors serving Plainfield, NJ

...student at New York University getting a BS in Applied Psychology with a minor in Philosophy and an MA in Mental Health Counselling. I have been tutoring students since high school in places like Bhutan, India, Singapore, and New York. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about research, statistics, and psychology. I am a research mentor at the Singapore American School and a Research Ambassador at NYU.

...with. I am passionate about history and politics, and I am excited to share my excitement for these subjects with my students! I believe that there is no one approach to learning, so I take the time to tailor my teaching approach for each student based on their strengths and needs. I am available for tutoring in AP US, AP European, and AP World History, as well as AP Government and Politics. I am also...

My name is Sofia. Writing and researching is my thing. I am a social scientist with a media studies MA and 5 years of experience writing professionally anything from TV scrips to anthropological research reports. What do I teach? The foundations of sociology and linguistics: writing, research, social studies and history. I love long walks on the beach (it's actually nice) and horror movies.

...I like to break things down to their fundamentals and learn from the bottom up, so that it's easier to see how all the pieces of a topic fit together. A ten page paper might seem intimidating, until you break it down into a list of bullet points and ideas. Patience is a virtue and I exercise it dutifully. I'm comfortable tutoring all ages; a bit of empathy can span even decades, I believe. In...

...remains my favorite job. I specialize in SAT Verbal, essay writing, Social Studies, History, and Civics and Government. I am patient, engaging, and thorough. I enjoy helping other people learn, especially if I can also help them enjoy learning. Therefore, my approach to teaching and tutoring has always been first to assess the student's needs as a learner--what is engaging and helpful for them? I am then able to bring a varied approach depending on...

Jon is a 3rd year student at Columbia Law School. Having boosted his diagnostic score 15 points to achieve a 179 on the LSAT, Jon is passionate about helping others boost their LSAT scores and become competitive for admission to their dream law schools.

...over 4 years. I work best with students who are looking for intense preparation and can commit to at least 2 hours a day of work. I create a structured curriculum tailored to each individual student. I've always enjoyed coaching students to take tests, because I can help them realize how to find patterns, crack codes and see the whole structure behind the puzzle. Getting better at tests is like any other sport. You have...

...of the material necessary for you to pursue your dreams as well. I am a 5th year doctoral student in the Philosophy department at Rutgers University. I already have a BA and MA in Philosophy from the University of Missouri - St. Louis. My areas of research are Political Philosophy, Africana Philosophy and Moral Psychology. My areas of competence include Moral Philosophy, Philosophical Logic, Philosophy of Race, Philosophy of Mind and more. I have many...

...experiences in education, I've developed a deeper understanding of what diversity means and have been able to build productive and valuable relationships with diverse students and peers. Additionally, my volunteer experiences in academic tutoring, youth mentoring, and college success coaching have resulted in valuable insight on the success of lessons based on results from student assessments that I evaluated, indicating my commitment to continued learning and growth. I truly believe that we are all lifelong...

...skills, and enthusiasm for tutoring. I am dedicated to supporting my students in their struggles. Analytical and adaptive problem solver. Never-ending energy, patience, and integrity. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Whether the challenge is technical, interpersonal, or mental, I am committed to applying myself fully until it is done. My academic journey has not been all sunshine and rainbows I know what it feels like to struggle, but I'm here to help.

...to tailor my tutoring methods to fit each individual's needs, fostering a supportive and encouraging environment that helps students build confidence and achieve their best. In terms of formal education, I hold a degree in Psychology from Florida International University and I am continuously expanding my knowledge to stay current with educational practices and subject matter. This commitment to lifelong learning enriches my ability to teach and connect with students on multiple levels. While I...

...2020, where I tutored nearly 30 distinct students, both undergraduate and graduate, per week. I have also been a volunteer with RISE (Refugee Integration, Stability, and Education) at ASU for over a year, tutoring children from the ages of 4 to 16 in a variety of subjects. Through my extensive experience tutoring English and helping students succeed on standardized tests like the SAT and the LSAT, I've felt the immense joy of seeing my students...

...students in such a way that their knowledge, and desire for knowledge of the subject goes beyond the particular academic circumstances they are in. Lastly, Nietzsche on the greatness of Greek and Roman culture: "All the prerequisites to a learned culture, all the methods of science, were already there; man had already perfected the great and incomparable art of reading profitably that first necessity to the tradition of culture, the unity of the sciences". In...

...me to give back by becoming a tutor myself. Currently, I am a student at Barnard College, where I am studying Sustainable Development and Political Ecology. My academic journey has deepened my understanding of how global systems intersect with environmental sustainability, a field I am deeply passionate about. It also sharpened my ability to analyze complex ideas and communicate them clearlya skill I've carried over into tutoring. As a tutor, I focus on languages, but...

...training has provided me with a deep understanding of biology, psychology, and related sciences. I have extensive tutoring and teaching experience across different age groups. I have provided one-on-one tutoring in the Life Sciences and English Literature, adapting my approach to each student's learning style. I have also worked with education-focused NGOs such as Orange Leaf, Pendulum and Schools for Children of the World, gaining experience in curriculum development and instructional methods. My teaching strategies...

...of the SAT. I have experience tutoring all of these subjects and have seen positive results from my students. I believe that patience is key when teaching. Not everyone's brain works the same as mine! I try to look at problems through the eyes of the student to fully understand where the miscommunication may stem from. Mutual respect and empathy between both student and tutor is what I try to encourage during each meeting.

...because of my love of learning, I have had exposure to almost every subject within the liberal arts and can provide meaningful tutoring across most subjects. Two of my favorite subjects to tutor are Mathematics because there are so many different ways to find the right answer and English because I love reading. I think the best way to help students learn is to empower them to find the answer by themselves. Outside of learning,...

...education, substitute teaching English, history, government, speech/debate, and drama in a secondary school, organizing and teaching acting and technical theatre at a performing arts summer camp, teaching English, reading comprehension, and writing to gifted/advanced 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students, and assistant coaching collegiate level speech and debate. It is most certainly apparent that my favorite subjects to tutor are writing, public speaking/debate, and performing arts. I want to work to promote a love of...

...which my student does not hesitate to ask questions and make mistakes. It is from these mistakes that they will be learn of their strengths. I will also make sure to be interactive with the parents and teachers if possible, due to the importance of a strong support system for the student. At the end of the day, I am not looking for my student to become a straight A. I am striving for them...

...philosophy, psychology, environmental science, international relations, sociology, music, and art, in addition to editing academic essays. I am passionate about history, literature, and all humanities and social studies subjects. I am also a creative writer (mainly a historical novelist) and love to edit and give feedback other writers' work. I have extensive research and writing experience through my coursework in history, comparative literature, English, and philosophy at Columbia. I received departmental honors in both the...