Top ACT Reading Tutors serving Stamford
Max: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7 years. On top of all of that, I'm an aspiring professional in the business world - this past summer I worked at an internship in financial consulting (banking advisory & analytics), and have previously held internship positions in human capital consulting & private equity, as well as in patent law. My...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Tessa: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...proof. I'm a scholar of the Western canon, greatly influenced by great thinkers and writers of the past such as Plato, Virgil, Aquinas, and Anselm. I love to read and to discuss what I've read, and I heartily appreciate a good philosophical argument. Extracurricularly, I write musicals, one of which premiered at Yale last year, and attend Yale Political Union meetings to debate the pros and cons of various fiscal and social policies until the...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Nicolas: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...and confidence. I am patient, and I encourage my students to be patient as well. I also help students faceand in so doing, conquertheir fear of failure. We practice not fearing mistakes, but seeing them as opportunities to learn, hone skills, and grow more confident. One of my strongest attributes as a tutor is my ability to break down complex ideas into clear and accessible language. There is nothing more gratifying than working through a...
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Duke University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 35
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 730
Kelsey: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...syntactical knowledge, and time management techniques. Kelsey has experience working with students of all ages and a wide range of subjects through her vast tutoring and editing background; she had worked as a lead tutor at a math-focused center for students ages 5 to 18, had individually tutored numerous students on college entrance exam preparation, and has worked professionally as an editorial assistant for research institutions. Her personal goal is to help students build a...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 33
Gabriela: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
I'm a rising junior at Harvard College. I study African American Studies with a secondary in Women's Studies and I am pursuing a language citation in Spanish. I aspire to one day go to business school. When I am not doing work, I can typically be found reading, writing, or dancing.
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Current Undergrad, African American Studies
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35
Hannah: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
I am a musician, a writer, and a word lover, originally from rural Northern Michigan but currently enjoying city life in Manhattan. I love to help students improve, whether for the sake of a class, a standardized test , or just a desire to hone their skills. If you're looking for help with your reading comprehension and writing skills, interested in growing your vocabulary and perfecting your grammar, or need some help with English...... I believe...
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Michigan State University - Bachelors, Music
ACT English: 31
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 750
Katherine: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
I am currently a sophomore on the Varsity Tennis Team at Williams College majoring in Economics and Psychology. I have 3 years of experience tutoring/mentoring struggling students and those wishing to excel beyond their curriculum. I absolutely love to guide students towards their full potentials. In my experience, I have tutored all subjects from 5th-7th grade, and have the most fun working through Math and English.
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Williams College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Noah: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
As a graduate of Tufts University in the process of applying to law school, I am excited to offer tutoring services to students of all levels. I have extensive experience in liberal arts subjects (writing skills, critical reading, etc.) and also have a history of success on multiple standardized tests, having scored in at...... I believe that the best teachers help students learn and achieve on their own. A good tutor will help students understand areas...
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Tufts University - Bachelors, International Relations/Arabic
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36
Nicholas: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
Hey! I've recently moved to New York City from Wisconsin and am excited to be tutoring out here. I went to the University of Wisconsin (Go Badgers!) where I completed a double major in Business Marketing and Music Composition. I can't wait to work with you and help you to achieve your learning goals!
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Double Major Business Marketing and Music
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Alex: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...and then help the student construct an analytical argument. In subjects related to math, I review the foundational concepts in a certain topic before proceeding to assist the student with specific example problems. I always make sure to make my lessons enjoyable and relatable, so that the students attention remain on the subject matter. I am also very knowledgeable about standardized tests, particularly the ACT and many of the SAT subject tests, and so I...
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Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Andrew: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
Hi, I'm the philosopher they call Andrew! You are most very definitely welcome to come to me with any school questions, but be warned: there's a good chance we'll soon be figuring out the meaning of life...
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University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Nicole: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...now tutor math for both middle school and high school students, as well as math ACT prep. I feel it is important to make my tutoring specific to each child's needs in order to ensure a positive experience. I believe it is important to make sure my students are able to break problems into pieces so their understanding goes beyond the single problem in front of them. By understanding the steps, it increases the chance...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Aliza: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
I am currently a student studying neuroscience at Columbia University. I have been tutoring for 3 years, in both academic subjects and in ACT prep. I love working with students and helping them master new concepts!
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Helen: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...comfortable and eventually gain the confidence to take any test with ease and certainty. I am lucky to help students grow and flourish in many subjects and I enjoy working both with students who just need a little extra practice to students who are struggling in classes. Practice makes perfect and I utilize a mix of explaining difficult concepts and working through practice problems to help my students understand the material deeply and feel prepared...
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Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Comparative Literature
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Thomas: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
I love learning myself, and enjoy making the act of learning for others a more gratifying and enjoyable experience!
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Brown University - Bachelors, Political Science; Music
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Naftali: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...experience, there is no best approach for how to tutor students. Every student is different and should be taught in a way that helps them better understand both the subject matter in front of them and themselves as a student. I believe that the healthy combination of creativity and patience can lead to the solution of almost any problem in life. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (graphic and classic) novels, practicing yoga, writing...
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New York University - Current Undergrad, Dramatic Writing
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33
SAT Math: 740
Brett: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...from the next, and needs to be treated as such. Every student has a unique learning style, and figuring out what works for an individual person is the key to success. I am a Cornell University student who has recent history with the ACT (both in tutoring and actual test-taking!). As such, I know the steps needed to succeed and maximize your potential score. I look forward to helping all future clients!
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Communications
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 33
Michael: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...teaching, I desired to maintain plugged into that world in whatever way I could. That is how I discovered VarsityTutors. Tutoring allows me to use my experience and skills to help other students grow and learn in subjects they like and in subjects they dislike. What is most important to me is whether or not the student truly understands the material they are learning in class. In my experience, when a student "gets it," they...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Cell & Molecular Biology
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 31
Sherry: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...traveling, she loves reading, drawing, playing guitar, practicing yoga and a myriad of other things she can't think to type into a description box that is only a simulacrum of herself. Sherry has been a teaching assistant at prep centers like Kumon for years, and a tutor for longer, helping many students achieve their schoolwork and test score goals in a flexible, tailored, understanding way, and hopes to continue to work with students in rewarding...
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New York University - Bachelors, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 36
Natalie: Stamford ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Stamford, CT
...students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can help foster creativity. I care deeply about my students and their success, and I look forward to working...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Philosophy
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