Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Greenwich, CT

...tutoring, I tutor elementary school students in an academic enrichment program run by the New York Public Library. I spent a year from 2014 to 2015 working full time as a tutoring fellow at a charter school in Massachusetts. My main responsibility was tutoring individual students to prepare them for the Math and ELA portions of the state standardized test. I strongly believe in the value of education, and I find that few things are...

I am a college graduate, dedicated to helping others learn.

...aim to show students how mathematics is a fundamental part of our daily lives. In addition to my passion for teaching, I am committed to continuous professional development. I stay current with the latest teaching strategies and technologies, ensuring that my students benefit from the most effective instructional methods available. I also actively engage in collaborative efforts with colleagues to exchange ideas and enhance the learning experience for our students. Ultimately, my goal as a...

...Geometry to SAT Prep. I have a special knack for cracking standardized tests, and I find it very rewarding to help demystify them by teaching students to recognize common strategies used to confuse test-takers. In my 8 years of tutoring, I have found the "supported challenge" model of engagement is effective for students from elementary through high school. I love to learn, and I draw on that enthusiasm to get all of my students invested...

I am a dental school student at NYU. I grew up in Taiwan for 15 yrs, and I spent the last 10 years in USA. I'm very fun to interact with, please don't hesitate to talk to me. ... Teach him/her the approaches to that subject. Each subject requires a different approach.... Find an interesting way for student to learn the material.... The concept is always the most important part in math. In terms of language,...

...in any way that I can, which includes educationally. I tutor in a variety of subjects, but my favorite has to be tutoring Math, from Pre-Algebra to Calculus, because a lot of students seem to dread doing math and I love it when I'm able to explain a difficult concept so that it finally clicks for them and they hate the subject a little less. Outside of academia, I enjoy wandering the city with my...

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...Literature, particularly Shakespeare. I try and use a philosophy that encourages discussion and conversation in a constructive way. On top of actual paper practice, such as problem sets or essay writing, I feel that it is very important to have a dialogue and discuss where the student is feeling strong and where they are feeling weak. The more we can talk and get to know each other, the more helpful I can be as a...

...technique is one that Ive learned from favorite teachers over the years, one that inspires focused, investigative, creative learning: Im committed to the belief that the only way students learn is by by doing. I ask questions, I guide, I challenge, and I direct, but I always enable the student to find the answer on their own. I believe this is the only way that students learn not only to do the work, but to...

...PS 40 in Manhattan. I work closely with small groups of students who need extra reinforcement and academic support as well as with gifted students who prefer an extra challenge. During the afternoon, I tutor high school students, as well as mentor. These experiences, along with my motivation and ability to learn quickly, would make me a wonderful tutor for your student! I would love to help your child not only succeed academically, but also...

...Allegheny College, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and minored in English. I am currently enrolled at the City University of New York, where I am working as a graduate student for a PhD in biochemistry. I mostly tutor science and math, both of which I enjoy thoroughly. My goal as a tutor is to help my students in understanding and gaining interest in the subjects instead of pure memorization. In my...

...achieve the goals they set out for themselves. It is so important for students to notice their own strengths and feel confident in their learning. Additionally, I am passionate about developing different strategies and techniques to teach students who learn at different paces. It is so important to respect and take note of the diversity amongst students to ensure no one gets left behind. In my spare time, I enjoy drawing in my sketchbook and...

...example, as a manager I have used these concepts to effectively monitor staff and inventory. My experiences, combined with my current MBA curriculum, have greatly enhanced my ability to tutor students who may be struggling with these topics. As a middle school student, I found Mathematics difficult and overwhelming. However, an eight-grade algebra teacher fueled my passion for the subject by making it fun, interesting, and easy to understand. As a tutor, I feel that...

...at American University, and a certified instructor at Varsity Tutors. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Economics, and Business. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the critical quantitative and writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved...

...in fact their misconceptions lie in basic four operations from the 3rd and 4th grades) - Instill the ability to self-learn. Students will not do the majority of their study with a tutor. Therefore, it is essential to train the student to problem solve and self-teach. This ability ensures achievement in college studies as well. - Connect and empower. Students will enjoy their sessions when they form a bond with the tutor based on mutual...

...continued desire to learn. As a tutor, I aim to help students that struggle academically and are falling behind by analyzing their weaknesses and structure stable foundations for higher-level coursework to build upon; however, I can teach students who want to be challenged and learn new material in advance. I take pride in having my students leave every session feeling inspired and feeling confident in their new found understanding of coursework material.

...Abnormal Psychology, Psychopharmacology, and Clinical Psychology. I will complete my degree by Fall 2019. I primarily tutor primary and secondary level Psychology, Math, Biology, General and Organic Chemistry, History, and Political Science. I cater my approach at a conceptual level. This way, students don't just memorize details, but actually understand the concepts. In my experience, the more the students can understand a concept, the better they can perform and eventually grow love for the subject.

...and master's, I was a graduate assistant and tutor before going back into the oil and gas industry. After a while I developed an interest in software engineering. As a result of pursuing this interest, I've learned how to build and maintain full-stack web applications. Most recently, I was a middle school math teacher at a charter school and I'm currently a student at NJIT pursuing a long-term software engineering career. As a tutor and...

...little bit about my experience and expertise: - I earned my Master's in (Spanish) Translation at one of the most prestigious programs in the country. - I am a seasoned foreign language and math tutor with 5 years of experience under my belt. - I have worked with students of all ages and backgrounds, and a range of abilities. - I am fluent in Spanish and have knowledge of different dialects, mainly from Spain, Mexico,...

I'm a current Masters student at NYU working to become a professor and multimedia artist. I've been tutoring since I was seventeen, my specialties being Math, English and standardized test prep. My hobbies include basketball, graphic design, and web development. I'm jack of all trades and tutor of several!