Award-Winning ASPIRE Tutors serving Paterson, NJ

...yet achieved. I believe it is this drive that allows me to pursue my passions, both academically and socially, and to be successful in both. I find that my greatest happiness comes in the form of little victories such as a good grade on an exam, or making a friend laugh! Its because of this that I really slow down and try to appreciate every passing moment because I believe every moment has the potential...

Hello! I am studying political science and statistics, and I will be working in finance after graduation. I also have strengths in Spanish (I studied abroad in Spain), standardized tests, and test taking and organization skills. In my free time I love to run, spend time with friends, and travel. I actually think standardized tests are fun and I would love to help you learn to feel that way too.... I believe that students should be...

...of the Arts where I received my B.F.A. in Drama with a minor in Applied Theatre. During my time at NYU, I studied at the Atlantic Acting School and the Experimental Theatre Wing, sang in a choir called Drama Cantorum, and co-founded a nationally-ranked improv team called Captain Soldier. I also spent an unforgettable semester abroad at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Nowadays, I work with a theatre company called Grey...

...in Math, Music, English, History, and Foreign Language (French, Spanish, Italian and German). I have experience in both public and private schools and in a variety of curricula: Everyday and Singapore Math, Reading and Writing Workshop among others. I love helping with test prep; SAT, ISEE, SSAT. My students have increased confidence and scores, and have gained admission to top independent schools and colleges after our time spent in test prep. I love helping students...

...History and Secondary Education. After graduation, I travelled extensively to see the country and world that I would one day be teaching about. After teaching English as a foreign language in the Republic of Georgia for a year, I returned home to my native New Jersey to enter the next phase of my life and career. I currently teach history and social studies at the high school level. I have always loved to teach and...

...firmly believe that students are not mere vessels for knowledge, but rather human beings with individual goals, hopes, and dreams. These are integral to their academic and pre-college work, since excellent work derives from one's sense of self, motivation, and experience. To this end, I always engage with students as collaborators. I work with them to develop "Sarah's SAT Prep Plan" or "Mike's Writing Workshop", as opposed to just a general course of study meant...

...of biology; specifically biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology, as well as a good understanding of chemistry, history, and mathematics. My hobbies include reading and writing, animal care (I have a pet dog), hiking and fitness. Growing up with three younger siblings has given me the life experience necessary to understand and relate to younger generations. I also understand the concerns of parents as I'm friends with many who have small children, and can relate to...

...college English professor at Suffolk County Community College , and have been tutoring students of all ages in English, math, and history for ten years. I experience joy every time I can help a struggling student understand, or even enjoy a subject. I am very experienced in tailoring lessons to meet an individual's needs, so no matter what your issue is, we can figure out how to solve it together! I look forward to talking...

I am a Middle School and High school social studies teacher. I have a passion for teaching and helping students of all ages and I am eager to work with you!

...to me, so I will break down those complex concepts for you to understand, internalize, commit to memory and score high and/or higher! I have been a teaching assistant for calculus and physics and research assistant for power system design and analysis work at the college of engineering at my graduate school. In two consecutive summers, I was the math teacher and tutor for the Upward Bound High School summer camp which gave me priceless...

...As a teacher in South Korea and in India, I've had the privilege of teaching students of all ages (from early childhood to adult professionals) and ability levels. I tutor a variety of subjects in humanities and language arts; with a BA in Creative Writing from Seattle Pacific University, it's no surprise that my passion is helping students improve their writing skills. In my experience, everyone has a writer within, and unlocking that potential is...

...through twelve at Harbor Hills Day Camp in Mendham, NJ. This population was quite different from my subsequent experiences, as most were from wealthy families from surrounding suburban cities. Nonetheless, the experience was still valued, as it gave me further insight into the cultural differences of parenting styles in affluent populations. During the fall semester of 2011, I worked a project entitled The Me and My Family Project, and was supervised by Professor Patrick Davies....

...about my work and strive for others to appreciate the overall benefits of learning and discovering new ideas. Confidence in my field has inspired people to overcome their fear and doubt of touching the subject of math and instead focus on its applications in the real world. Complex theories and ideas swarm though mathematics thus I am able to simplify these ideas for the new generation to understand. People have trust in me, and thus...

...junior at the University of St Andrews. I am working towards a Bachelor of Arts in English and International Relations. While I am interested in a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Literature. I am a firm believer in the power of education, and believe that it can be simple to make learning fun. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, traveling, and seeing my friends and family.

...helped found a mentorship organization that tutored elementary-aged children in reading, writing, and math in preparation for the New York State exams. I have tutored high school students in math, as well. Students that I have tutored have seen astounding progress in their work and grades have jumped more than 20 points. I attend Cornell University, where I am majoring in Biology, minoring in Business, and on the Pre-med track. I also attended a competitive...

I have been teaching for over 3 years. That is something I love to do and it is what I see myself doing for the rest of my life.

...student. At the end of the day, we all need encouragement and relatability; that is my teaching philosophy.When I'm not teaching, I practice yoga, run three times a week and take boxing classes at my local gym. As a double-major in History at Sarah Lawrence College, I indulge in TV shows centered in a Victorian England or watch documentaries about Italian renaissance and ancient civilizations. I enjoy audiobooks, especially sci-fi ones. I listen to pop...

...attended New College of Florida where I received my bachelor's degree in History. I am an aspiring professor and an avid student of all disciplines. My tutoring experience ranges from elementary school to graduate-level work, and I have specialized for the last two years in working with students with learning disabilities. My preferred subjects are history, literature, reading comprehension, and writing, and I can tutor verbal sections for standardized tests including the GRE. My favorite...

...went to Ohio State where I studied English and Creative Writing. Reading is my absolute favorite thing, so tutoring English is my favorite subject! While my background is in English, I taught Science so I'm flexible on content I can teach. From teaching I learned that all students are different, and I'm interested in getting to know the individuals I work with. Everyone has their own strengths, and I believe tutoring is about building on...

...fewest formulas to memorize and the most conceptual understanding, so that you will not forget everything a year later or blank out during an exam. This is the learning approach I used as an engineer in Italy, as an MBA student at CUNY, and in my PhD coursework at Cornell University. Also, it is the same approach I successfully shared as a teacher with math students of the Bronx Community College and Operations Management students...