Award-Winning College Algebra Tutors serving Greenwich, CT

I received my Bachelor's degree from Hamilton College in Mathematics and Economics, and my Master's degree in Applied Financial Mathematics with a concentration in Actuarial Science from UConn. I am passionate about math and especially enjoy Algebra, pre-Calculus, and Calculus. I think that math can not only be made more accessible, but also fun!

...Entrance Exam (ISEE), Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT), High School Placement Test (HSPT), SAT Mathematics, and Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT). Aside from tutoring, I love playing basketball, volunteering at my Mosque, and spending time with my friends and meeting new people. Overall, I am grateful to be a part of the Varsity Tutors...

...my name is Elmar. I recently completed my M.A. in Math Education and now devote most of my time to teaching and tutoring. I enjoy teaching mathematics at all levels and working with students of all ages. I think that everyone can be good at math given the right approach and enough time and practice.

...a BA in Math in May 2015. I have taken all high school mathematics, all of calculus, linear algebra, ordinary differential equations, modern analysis, group and field theory, and number theory as well as classes in logic. I have had some formal tutoring experience with students in high school and some of my fellow students...

...favorite discipline to tutor is Physics. I am very enthusiastic about learning HOW things work. I graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 2010 and obtained a Dual Major in Physics and Applied Mathematics. Additionally, I have been tutoring since the age of fourteen and have tutored for the US Navy! Outside my professional interests, I...

...have a unique capacity to understand a student's deficit and work with them to ensure that they master the necessary content to overcome this deficit. I was a top student in my graduating class in both college and high school and was in the 90th percentile for my SAT reading, writing, and math scores.

...at all levels of mathematics. Having been a classroom teacher for six years, I have seen a variety of students and learned to work with them based on their specific needs. I studied philosophy as an undergraduate at Wheaton College in the suburbs of Chicago and received my MEd in teaching and learning at the...

...-familiar with Calc 1 - 3, linear algebra, and differential equations. -experience in Java, unity, android studios, C#, C++, Python, HTML, CSS, and JS. I have tutored students when it comes to AP computer science A and AP computer principles. I even taught Python, web design, game design, scratch, unity, and more. This includes understanding...

...significant amount of tutoring experience from my jobs as a physics learning assistant and a middle school science tutor. My approach to tutoring is that every student is different, so it is important to try different approaches and applications. Every student is capable of mastering a subject, but they all learn differently. In my free...

...tutoring experience, 6 years teaching in public schools and 3 years teaching at the college level. Currently, I am a math consultant for schools in the NYC area. I have my BS in Mathematics, certified K-12, my MS in Educational Technology and soon will earn my MA in Educational Leadership. I am a firm believer in...

...that students enjoy what they are learning, and I try to individualize tutor sessions to match the specific needs of each student. Both my parents are teachers (one a violin teacher and another a professor), which has also influenced my ability and desire to help students learn. Beyond school, I studied the violin for 16...

I am a hard worker and a passionate person. I have always believed that we all need help sometimes and there is no greater feeling than having an eureka moment after a friend or tutor helps you understand a confusing subject. I am here to solve complex problems with simple solutions.

...though is that once you have a strong understanding of the basics, taking on harder concepts becomes less of a challenge. The way I teach is pretty straightforward - the only thing I ask of students is to ask questions. Ask as soon as something comes into your mind because chances are if you are...

...variety of students from Algebra to Common Core to Exam LTAM. For my actuarial students, I have my ASA (Associate of Society of Actuaries) and I have been an actuary for 5 years so far. From my experiences, I feel that I can both understand and adapt to your learning style, and work to obtain...

...right the first time, which demonstrates complete understanding. My tutoring style is characterized by patience and I'm very attentive, making sure they are truly understanding when I ask the question, "does that make sense?" Outside of academia I'm interested in art and have founded my own art club at Brown. I also have pursued my...

...with much success in both Math and Physics. During this time I have found that the most effective method to convey difficult concepts is by actively developing the concepts and supporting them with clear simple examples. I understand the highly demanding schedule many high school students face and the ever-growing demand for improved success in...

...always, about the students. It is our duty as tutors, teachers, and other kinds of instructors to always ensure a comfortable learning environment for our students and other people who look up to us, as well as to train them to be the best that they can be at the same time. Remember, the only...

...I have been tutoring Math, Chemistry and standardized tests. Tutoring is a pleasure to me, I particularly enjoy helping students reach that 'aha' moment, where they gain an insight into a particular concept. As of January 2012 I have tutored more than 20 students for a total of nearly 500 hours. In the future I...

...received my Bachelor's Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. I am working towards getting my Masters Degree in education. I've worked with students for 5 years and tutored for 3 years. Math has always been my favorite subject. I tutor in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. My tutoring style is very interactive and supportive. I...

...focus on the positives! Nothing makes me happier to see a students light bulb go on after struggling with a subject! My goal as a tutor is to engage students throughout the learning process. As a self proclaimed science nerd, I believe that we should ask questions. I will encourage my students to go beyond...