Award-Winning ACT Writing Tutors serving Norwalk, CT

...tutored throughout my life from ages six through seventeen, teaching subjects from elementary math and spelling to the ACT and college essay writing. I am committed to meeting every student at his or her own level of ability and motivating them to achieve academic success! Since I am in college, I believe I bring a unique approach to tutoring. I am relatable (I can talk about subjects ranging from Disney Channel to modern day feminism!)...

...believe in hard work and having fun while prepping for important tests. As a native New Yorker growing up here, I attended Hunter College High School and the Brearley School, so I know how important test prep is! Because of my experience as a teacher and student, I firmly believe that excelling at school not only leads to great academic opportunities, but also an essential sense of self-esteem and accomplishment. I believe that every student...

...traditionally underserved communities. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania where I majored in Urban Studies. Since then, I've led marketing and content strategy at global brands such as HBO, Paramount, BET, and Nickelodeon. I've also written and published 40+ articles, launched a youth professional development, volunteered with T. Howard Foundation as well as City Tutors, and given back through nonprofit organizations. My ultimate mission is to help others maximize themselves, which is why I'm...

...world teaching; I taught Middle School students in South Korea and refugees of all ages in Greece. I am a licensed English/ESL teacher. I recently completed my internship at Holmdel High School, which is ranked as the 41st best public high school in the nation. I scored in the 99th percentile on the critical reading portion of the SAT, and I scored in the 94th percentile on the writing portion. You can trust me to...

...young people: as a high school student in Florida, I volunteered at my Math Club's "Math Lab", an academic peer-tutoring session held every Monday for four years; as a college freshmen I was a tutor for Champion Learning, a company funded by No-Child-Left-Behind in order to aid struggling middle school students with the Common Core; as a full-time instructor, I managed classes for SHSAT and SAT and produced my own content while coordinating with parents...

I received my Bachelor's of Science from Marymount Manhattan College and my Master's of Science Teaching from Pace University. I have had a passion for helping others learn since college, when I would help my classmates who struggled with the material. I have taught math and science in the classroom, and worked for Kaplan Test Prep. I enjoy building relationships with students, so they trust me to help them in the best way possible.

...specialize in reading comprehension, language arts, and test prep, in addition to American Sign Language. I love everything from reading and writing to art and music. Being a creative person, although I loved learning, I found it hard to stay engaged with my work when it was taught in a standard way. Therefore, I hope to help my students stay interested in their studies by teaching them in an innovative and interactive manner. I'm passionate...

...figure out how to apply those fundamentals to any problem the student might encounter. I try to really drive home, on a conceptual level, why things are done the way that they are. Over the course of my tutoring career I have found this approach to be far more effective in the long run. If you give a students a robust base of knowledge and the tools to build off of it, you empower them...

...students. Two summers ago I was the Teaching Artist Cadre Development & High School Readiness Project Intern at an arts and literacy non-profit in Chicago called Changing Worlds. The next summer as Education Intern I taught, organized lesson plans, and created lending library for a preschool for homeless children in Washington D.C. I have studied French for nine years and have studied abroad twice - once in Brest, Bretagne and once at Universit de Vincennes...

I am a professional writer who also enjoys teaching. Over the years I have taught various subjects and at many levels, from pre-K to graduate school students. I am fully bilingal (Spanish and English) and I am a trained musician.

...is currently pursuing a Master's in Education through Sacred Heart University to become an English teacher, I am excited to have the opportunity to work with 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...

...I'm Emily! I am a history, literature, and writing tutor. After graduating in from McGill University with a BA in History and Political Science, I was hired as an editor for SparkNotes. At SparkNotes I distill works of literature for high school and college students every day. I am comfortable with and enjoy working with students from middle school through college. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading, running, dressmaking, and visiting New York City's historic...

...worked extensively with children in Middle School and High School. For the past four years, I have been teaching AP Biology and AP Chemistry (which also includes college biology and college chemistry). In addition to Science, I can help with several other subjects including Math and English. I am a firm believer that each student is a unique individual. I believe it is my personal responsibility to identify the appropriate tools and resources to assist...

...and frustrated them for an extended period, my approach is simple. While I love those topics, they're not for everyone, and that's totally okay. My strategy involves finding connections between the weaker subject and the student's current strengths, and to use real life examples to better understand the material. For students without a naturally good test-taking ability, I believe my personal experience of originally being a poor standardized test-taker provides me a unique perspective. While...

...a cohesive presentation. I believe that each one these experiences has provided me with valuable knowledge and skills that could be used to help other students. Additionally, I am patient and am willing to explain concepts using different analogies or examples. I value my relationships with the students I am working with and will work to understand how he/she learns to make his/her tutoring session fruitful. Outside of academics, I love to swim, sing, and...

...Educational Studies and a minor in Political Science. I had two years of teaching experience with Breakthrough Collaborative as well as relevant undergraduate coursework to supplement my tutoring and teaching background. Next year, I will be a Teaching Assistant in Geometry with Blue Engine at Renaissance High School for Musical Theater and Technology. Although I tutor a broad range of subjects (from Math to English to Test Prep) I am most passionate about English and...

I am a undergraduate student in my final year of study studying biochemistry. I enjoy teaching and tutoring because I live for that "Aha!" moment my students get. I hope to study medicine one day.... I believe in a custom solution for each student, because each student has unique needs. I believe that every student has great potential, and I'm here to help them unlock it.... I'd usually create a structured study plan for them. Figure...

...with degrees in Music Performance, Education, and Philosophy. I have been tutoring private music lessons and academic subjects for over 5 years now, and I work as a substitute teacher across Connecticut. My favorite subjects to tutor are Music, English, and Reading/Writing Skills, but I am capable of tutoring various Historical subjects, Math, and Science as well. As a teacher, I choose to construct my lessons so that they are student centered. Each of us...

I am a graduate of The Hotchkiss School, a college preparatory boarding school in Connecticut and a current student at Barnard College, majoring in Economics and minoring in Environmental Science. I am passionate about working with Elementary and Middle School students and particularly enjoy tutoring Math and Spanish. I believe in the importance of tailoring tutoring styles to fit the needs and learning styles of my students.

I have been a tutor for almost 4 years, and take pride in the successes of my students. I treat each student as a unique individual to ensure that I am able to provide them the best possible learning experience.