Private Lessons & Coaches in West Orange, NJ

I am an experienced Reading, Writing, and ESL tutor with 13+ years teaching students from early childhood through adulthood. I hold a B.A. in English with a minor in Education and an MFA in Poetry. I specialize in reading comprehension, expository and creative writing, ESL, and poetry. As a published writer, I use a student-centered approach that adapts to different learning styles, encourages creativity, builds confidence, and creates a lasting love of learning.

"Teacher Michelle helped my child go from failing her ELA class, to passing with a B! Sarah was behind in school due to her slow reading speed and was always getting questions wrong in comprehension homework and class work. Teacher Michelle worked closely with Sarah, finding why she was reading slowly, and made a personalized strategy to help her. She was friendly and my child really enjoyed working with her!

I cultivate excellence through boxing's discipline and artistry. My coaching blends technical precision with personalized guidance. I'm eager to share my passion and expertise to help you achieve your goals.

"Martin is very dedicated to his craft, very easy to work with and extremely disciplined. Always striving to make each lesson better than the last and add continual value

Michele's journey into pickleball began in 2017, driven by her preparation for the US Transplant Games the following year. Instantly enamored with the sport, she delved deep, earning both PPR Coach and IFP Instructor certifications in 2019 followed by RPO certification in 2025. As a dedicated Youth Pickleball Provider (YPP) with USA Pickleball, Michele's joy lies in coaching enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels, fostering a love for pickleball within her community.

"My family wanted to learn how to play. My two girls 12 &14 were hitting the ball around in our driveway but didn’t know all of the rules of the game. I set up a group lesson with Michele and she taught my 2 girls and my husband while I watched. We learned how to hold the paddle, proper swing mechanics and the rules while doing fun drills and games. Michele gave clear instructions and demonstrations that made it easy and enjoyable.

With over 13 years of swimming experience, I teach swimmers of all ages, from toddlers to adults. As a USA Swimming Certified Coach, I help swimmers improve technique, build confidence, and develop strong water safety skills. Whether learning the basics or refining advanced strokes, I create a positive, supportive environment that helps each swimmer reach their goals and become more confident in the water.

US learning center certified coach, currently playing in the UPSL, helps with improving all areas of the sport and can also do specifics. Coached multiple clients for private sessions. lets work.

"Good impression, works well with my 10 year old so far.

I’ve been working with kids k-12 for 12 years now. I played baseball at The College of Saint Rose where I played outfield and second base. I specialize in fielding and fundamental mechanics both on the field and at the plate. Students should expect to gain an understanding of baseball within the first few lessons with me.

I work with students at every level, from first-time players learning to hold a racquet correctly to competitive juniors and adults preparing for tournament play. Every lesson is built around your specific goals, whether that’s fixing a shaky serve, improving consistency, or developing a winning game plan.

I’m BK I am a college tennis player and competitive tournaments player with over 5 years of coaching experience working with both juniors and adults. My goal is to help players of all levels improve their technique, confidence and understanding the game. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your tennis to the next level, I bring energy, patience and passion for teaching to every lesson. I believe tennis should be both challenging and enjoyable , and I look forward to helping you

"The lesson was intense and fun at the same time

Hi, my name is Maia and I have over six years of teaching students how to swim and in coaching students on swim teams. Currently, I work with several students teaching private lessons. I work with toddlers through adults from novice to skilled! I am available to come to you at your pool or a pool in your area on weekends! Let me know if this will work for you! Lastly, I have been on several swim teams since I was a young child! Thank you!

I am a Japanese guy💪, born and raised in Japan. I learned to ski from my strict!? father at first, and later started skiing with school friends and family. In 1989, I obtained my Level 2 technical ski certification from the Japanese Ski Association (SAJ). During on-season, I’m teaching at a ski resort’s ski school. I can work with you during off-season at NJ. About my past life! I came to the US as a student, and time has flown by since then. After becoming a frequent traveler for multiple jobs at one of the largest Japanese companies, I now retired and started teaching skiing for fun! I obtained my Level 1 ski instructor certification from the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA-AASI) and have already passed my Level 2 ski exam (Less than 50% of instructors pass this), with my sights set on further improving my teaching skills. Phew😮‍💨, the learning 📚never ends! In addition to skiing for over 40+ years, I have a deep background in classical music 🎵and play the piano with a degree. I was also an official docent at Carnegie Hall for 10 years. Recently, I completed a Reiki healing master class and am planning to help others with it.

"Thank you very much for your patience and especially for your attention to my child today! We all learned a lot and had so much fun!