Award-Winning ACT Science Tutors serving Connecticut

...to have a balanced education to minimize our biases. I attempt to incorporate this philosophy into my tutoring lessons by including problems with real-world applications where possible. And as a tutor, I am very hands-on, as I believe teaching is a dance in which communication from both sides is of utmost importance. I want my students to ask questions as I am a firm believer that there are no stupid questions. I want to be...

Hi! I'm Greg, I am a huge baseball and racing fan, and I have spent the past 5 years working with all ages and learning styles. I specialize in ACT/SAT Math and Science, but am eager to help out in any other math subject!

...stay current, to continuously strive to add more to our arsenal of information and to simultaneously be prepared to reinvent oneself in a very short period of time. It is my belief that that is what it takes to be a competent tutor. It is also my belief that I come through on the very same standards I set others and that I am prepared to work hard, not for myself but for you.... My philosophy...

...level classes at the IB and Advanced Placement (AP) level. As a member of my school's math honor society, Mu Alpha Theta, I have volunteered my time at a local middle school to tutor students in different math levels from pre-Algebra to Geometry. I also absolutely love languages. Aside from being a native Spanish speaker, I have been studying Italian for the last four years and feel confident tutoring in these subjects. Another subject I...

I'm an analytical chemist that has experience primarily tutoring for college general chemistry. I also love teaching about math and science in general. I have a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry from Western Kentucky University. I also have a Masters of Science in Chemistry and a PhD in Chemistry from The Ohio State University with an emphasis in analytical chemistry.

...you can use baseball metaphors in geometry if the student is interested in sports or the functions of a cell to working parts of an engine if the student enjoys cars. I understand that some students are auditory learners and work better with pneumonic devices, while others are visual learners and work best with concept maps or flashcards. It is critical to tailor my style to each student’s needs and interests in order to help...

...to reach varied learners so that no one is left behind. Everyone in the learning environment is a contributor as a student, teacher, and thinker. I have, of course, learned from my students as much as they have learned from me. One way I reinforce mutual learning, in my class, is to provide regular feedback to students. I ask students lots of questions. They also complete course evaluations, where they reflect on the course, their...

...solving, emphasizing understanding over rote memorization. Since moving up to the northeast, I have taught multiple levels of mathematics at the university level. I have experience in helping students keep up with their studies and well as designing plans to help students advance through material at an accelerated pace. My academic interests are in resource economics though I have training in mathematics, the natural sciences, and public policy. Through my interests in music, teaching, and...

...dual BS/MPH degree. I'm pre-med at Yale, and I'm double majoring in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, as well as the History of Science. I have a wide variety of academic interests, and especially enjoy tutoring writing/communications and science. My teaching style is one that I've developed from the myriad psychology courses I've taken, so I'm all about creative ways to have the student understand the content and then reinforce their understanding through assessments.

...While I was often discouraged by writing, working with a tutor reignited a love of writing that had been lost for so very long. Through this experience, I feel that I can understand where my students' frustration lies. I truly love working with students of all ages and strive to build a personal relationship that makes the tutoring sessions enjoyable. Furthermore, I am passionate about the subjects I tutor in. I am most excited by...

...space. I have also helped develop lesson plans and organize events for different experiential learning opportunities, often for younger students, and I currently serve as a peer mentor. These experiences have reinforced my love for teaching and helping others better understand concepts, develop new skills, and gain greater confidence. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I mainly focus on math and science, which I have had much exposure to as an engineer. I also...

...sharing my expertise in Spanish, English as a Second Language or study skills for exams. I am a native Spanish speaker and have worked with students in the primary grades, middle school and high school more than 15 years. I have a Masters in Teaching English Speakers (ESL) K-12. I am an excellent communicator and am sensitive to the needs of individual students. needs and will create engaging lessons and activities for you.

...be able to use my knowledge to help others succeed in areas that they desire. I also want students to feel more comfortable with making mistakes and turn them into a learning experience. I think that problem-solving is a very important life skill that manifests no matter what field of study one goes into. If students are not ashamed of making some mistakes, it can help broaden their viewpoints on issues and more efficiently solve...

Hello! My name is Stephen and I am a Junior at Yale University studying Psychology and Education Studies. I am very passionate about working with kids and pursuing a career in teaching, and my main goal is to help students achieve their full potential!

...making less than zero sense - you can trust me to make simple meaning out of whatever complex concept you've got in front of you. I don't like to think of tutoring as additional teaching so much as untangling stuff you've already been taught, and helping you fully understand things you already sort of know. And in computer science - my field of expertise - any big problem you throw into the world can be...

Hello everyone! I love to learn and I love to help others learn. I'm a BS in Physics and I'm confident I can help with any math or physics.... When solving math and physics problems the best place to start is with the fundamentals. Sometimes I have to start with, "So what happens when you let go of your pencil?" Or, "When I divide by ten on this side what do I have to do to...

...you! While I do have experience tutoring in many subjects, English Literature and Writing have always been my true passions. With four years of experience working in college admissions, as well as two years of experience serving as a Writing Center tutor during my undergraduate studies, I can also assist with the college application and college essay process. Besides being a total bookworm and lover of learning, I also enjoy spending time with my big,...

...most importantly, collaboration-seekers. I am a recent college graduate (B.S. in Geoscience and B.A. in Environmental Studies) with tutoring experience in Reading, Writing, Excel, Math, Science, Geoscience and Environmental Science. I enjoy working with students of all ages, and I have three years of experience as a Geoscience Teaching Fellow at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. In this role, I received formal training in various teaching and learning pedagogies designed to fit varying student needs...

...also very passionate about English, Literature, Russian Studies, Spanish Language, and History. I believe that the key to success is having a well rounded education, so when I am not programming microcontrollers, one can either find me watching Russian news channels to polish up my vocabulary, reading textbooks on the history of the Middle East, or simply immersing myself in a Jane Austen novel. In my free time I also enjoy training for CrossFit, playing...

...your tutoring needs! I love learning and I love teaching. I'm interested in many different subjects and topics, from military tactics, psychology, economics, theater, music theory, sports, video games, and politics. I also love exploring and adventuring. I've hiked long distance trails, ran marathons, acted on stage and in film, and am always looking for something interesting and challenging. I'd love to use my knowledge and enthusiasm to help you achieve your academic goals!