Top English Tutors serving New Haven
Marissa: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...empower them to independently produce better results in the future. I have experience tutoring students in different age groups, from elementary school to graduate school. As a tutor at my college's writing center, I assisted in leading a workshop discussing best strategies for ESL tutoring. Having studied both Spanish and Japanese, I understand the difficulties of learning a new language and am excited to help students master English writing, speaking, and grammar.... In a typical first...
Education & Certification
George Washington University - Bachelors, Public Health
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35
Max: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...from Millburn, NJ. This year, I'm taking two semesters off from school to sing and travel the entire world with the Yale Whiffenpoofs, America's oldest collegiate a cappella singing group. Apart from singing, I'm is passionate about education, particularly in helping high school students achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760
Nima: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
Hi! My name is Nima, and I am a rising college sophomore who will be attending Duke University on a full merit scholarship in the fall. I love to run cross country and play the viola, as well as tutoring students in a whole variety of subjects! Feel free to message me!... Methodology, Methodology, Methodology! I teach students a process so that they can use their understanding to help them solve any question in the field...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 750
Eric: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...what I've found in a way that my students will not only understand, but enjoy. This passion has led me to have a strong command of the English language in all its forms, including the reading of literature and poetry, writing academic essays, a knowledge of grammar, and other linguistic elements such as phonetics to help with teaching pronunciation. Professionally, I've been an English educator for the past 6 years, teaching everything from beginning ESL...
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Plymouth State University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Boston University - Masters, Theology
GRE Verbal: 164
Katherine: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...had a near perfect attendance record, but still struggled with performing well on tests. I thought to myself, why was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable....
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University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
Fairfield University - Current Grad Student, School Counseling
ACT English: 34
Joy: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...deep insecurities we all carry as students. To a 6th grader, the thought of algebra was so frightening and intimidating that any reasoning disintegrated. So, we followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the...
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University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
James: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...Northwest. I believe that education is one of the most fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to give back in some way; one of my motivations for tutoring is to do my part in that way. In my free time, I love playing piano, running, riding my bike, and learning languages. My strongest academic...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Katie : New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
I graduated from the University of Connecticut with degrees in both Accounting and English. I worked as an accountant for a year before I went back to school to earn my Masters in Education. I currently teach high school English and Theater. As a tutor, I use modeling and mini-lessons to help my students reach their potential.
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University of Connecticut - Bachelors, English and Accounting
University of Connecticut - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Tasha: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...I adapt my tutoring approach and style to each student and help them to develop practical and efficient study skills and time management techniques. I have tutored students from ages 3 to adult in various areas related to English, ESL/ELL, Psychology, Public Speaking, and test preparation. I am a Native English speaker and also speak basic Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. I am TEFL certified and taught English in China for 2 years. I learned Chinese...
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University of Connecticut - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology, Anthropology
University of Baltimore - Juris Doctor, Law
Ethan: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...grades 3+ in a variety of subjects from test prep and study skills, to history and government, to mathematics and the sciences. My students have enjoyed understanding concepts through problem 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...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Environmental Science and Public Policy
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Kimberly: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...Teacher in grades K-6. I have my Master's in Elementary Education from Sacred Heart University. After graduating with my Master's, I was hired as an Academic Support Teacher at an elementary school. I work with Tier 2 and Tier3 students who need support in Reading and Writing. These students include ELL students. I also have experience tutoring middle school students in Math. I love to make learning fun and finding different ways to engage my...
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Sacred Heart University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Sacred Heart University - Master of Science, Elementary Education
Chris: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...single number, derived from hasty answers to abstract questions, can play such a huge role in your future. My own experience as test-taker and test-teacher has convinced me that as a tool for evaluating students, standardized testing has its share of flaws. But the tests aren't unfair or unbeatable; they challenge you to learn a specific language. I don't mean the fancy vocabulary you'll want in a verbal section, but the forms and patterns of...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Abbey: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...growing students. I have had the privilege to study with some brilliant individuals at Quinnipiac University, where I majored in Health Science studies and dabbled in some laboratory investigation. Since then, I have transferred into Central Connecticut State University to pursue psychology and biology. I have some experience in assisting students in grasping new concepts while sitting in on some general chemistry classes in high school, and it's wonderful to spread a comprehension and a...
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Central Connecticut State University - Current Undergrad, Psychology/Business
Mercedes: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...Varsity Tutors team. I am certified to teach English grades 7-12 in CT, I have my master's degree in English Literature, and my bachelor's degree in English with a concentration in secondary education. I have tutored and taught in college, high school, and middle school environments. Most recently, I held high school teaching positions teaching 9th and 11th grade English. In my freshman classes, we focused on composition, and finding a voice in writing. We...
Education & Certification
Lasell College - Bachelors, English and Secondary Education
Western Connecticut State University - Masters, English Literature
Rich: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
I have always had an affinity for education. While not always the model student growing up, I discovered I loved learning when teaching was made simple. This is exactly my approach to what I bring with my brand of tutoring.... I help keep education simple, relatable, and enjoyable.... A short ice-breaker to get to know the student's personality and how I can relate that to the subject matter we're covering.... Micro assignments. Ask the student to...
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Albertus Magnus College - Bachelors, Business Management; Concentration Marketing
Emily: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...currently a medical student at Columbia University. I graduated with high distinction from Duke University, receiving the honors of Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. I majored in Biology with a concentration in Cell and Molecular Biology and a minor in Chemistry. In addition to tutoring math and science, I also greatly enjoy helping students with SAT prep and college essay writing. I worked as a writing tutor for undergraduates for several years and...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Grad Student, Medicine (MD)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
Lucy: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...art. I have been teaching in the sciences and humanities for nine years as a private tutor and have also worked as a health educator at Peer Health Exchange and employee of the NYU University Learning Center. I know that students learn best when they are organized, motivated, and interested in the subject matter. I support my students by helping them to plan out manageable study schedules, consistently providing positive encouragement, and finding creative ways...
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New York University - Bachelors, Global Public Health/Science
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
Tamu: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...this time I have worked with both regular and special needs children in helping them improve their communication needs. This includes social language as well as verbal and written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning is learning should be fun. This happens when the teacher...
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Temple University - Bachelors, Speech, Language & Hearing
David: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...course of study has motivated me to pursue an MA in German and continental philosophy. While this area is fascinating in itself, I am very thankful for my philosophical education because it has also sowed within me a deep commitment to teaching, teaching that aims not only for understanding, but also for creating and encouraging interest in specific topics and in learning itself. While I agree that the goal of teaching is to help someone...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Gwen: New Haven English tutor
Certified English Tutor in New Haven, CT
...in the South and in the Northeast, where I currently reside. I have a Masters in 20th Century American History from the University of Connecticut, a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I currently work as a Head Teacher at a learning...
Education & Certification
Austin Peay State University - Bachelors, History and Political Science
University of Connecticut - Current Grad Student, History of Science and Medicine
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