Award-Winning Essay Editing Tutors serving Stamford, CT

...Politics, Philosophy, and Economics at The King's College. I have tutored several of my peers in the past on coursework ranging from logic to math and political thought. I enjoy tutoring public speaking and writing most, though I also tutor AP Government, SAT, and the ACT. I tend to explain a problem/concept before having a student tackle it. In my free time, I enjoy reading, watching TED videos, and cooking without recipes. I look forward...

...a degree from Wesleyan University and a background in humanities tutoring. I cover European, World, and US history, as well as writing, reading comp, and literature topics. I've been a writing mentor and a course grader at the college level, and have more than three years experience working with high school and middle school students - everything from homework help to college application essays. I also do GRE and SAT verbal section prep. In my...

My name is Liz and I am currently a 6th grade reading teacher. I have been teaching 6th grade reading for 5 years in New York City, but am moving back to my hometown of Sherwood this summer. I graduated from the University of Oregon in 2012 with a degree in Spanish and in Latin American Studies. I love to teach and I love to learn!

...essentially, is speaking, except using your keyboard or a pen instead of your voice. You're probably a lot better at it than you think. I know what I'm talking about. I worked as a newspaper editor for more than 10 years, coaching young, 20-something reporters in the craft of journalism. Everyone I've worked with during my career --40 or 50 reporters -- has come to the task with the basics already in place. My job...

I love to teach, learn, and always happy to help work towards better success!

...web design, Wordpress, online marketing, and basic graphic design (PhotoShop). Although my academic concentrations differ from what I tutor, being a sociology major has elicited my public speaking, writing and presentation skills while my music minor has let my creative side flourish as a singer-songwriter and producer. These skills are just as important in learning and teaching Spanish along with many other subjects that I tutor. Furthermore, over the years I have learned that many...

...subjects related to reading and writing, I focus first on the students comprehension of the material at hand and then help the student construct an analytical argument. In subjects related to math, I review the foundational concepts in a certain topic before proceeding to assist the student with specific example problems. I always make sure to make my lessons enjoyable and relatable, so that the students attention remain on the subject matter. I am also...

...of life. I also enjoy reading about psychology and personal development, which helps me better understand my students' perspectives and motivations. This combination of technical expertise, teaching experience, and a deep passion for student success drives me to be the best tutor I can be. I am committed to helping my students not only achieve their academic goals but also develop the confidence and skills to thrive in all areas of their lives.

...from Harvard University, where I majored in Neurobiology with a minor in Economics. I particularly enjoy tutoring for the SAT and other standardized tests, because I believe that with enough practice and some solid test-taking strategies, anyone can master these. As a former Division I runner, I've learned the importance of persistence and hard work, and I love sharing these values with my students and helping them to make significant gains. Outside of tutoring, I...

...related fields. I believe in students keeping teachers and tutors accountable to ensure their development and growth. I am therefore adaptable to meet the needs of any student since my main priority is making sure the student is understanding the topic at hand. I will utilize resources and materials differently if needed. Lastly, many of my interests stem from sport or music related experiences. I love to play golf and softball and currently coach my...

...this, it is probably because you want to learn a little more about my personality and credentials. In short, I am an affable, non-judgmental teacher, and am broadly qualified to tutor everything from basic literacy, to specialized test-prep, to college-level composition. I have almost a decade's worth of experience teaching and tutoring for the verbal sections of the English Regents, SAT, ACT, AP Language, and AP Literature exams, and served as an undergraduate at the...

...Tolson, and I am a rising junior at Duke University. I have always enjoyed teaching and offering guidance to younger students, and I am particularly interested in tutoring students in the humanities and social sciences as I am extremely passionate about these fields and hope to encourage my students to feel the same way while achieving their goals. I am currently majoring in political science with a minor in history, and getting a certificate in...

Keith is a West Point grad and former Army officer. He left the military and became an entrepreneur along with various work experiences that have given him the experience needed to teach business skills. He was also an adjunct professor for Aston American University. He uses his Army and Business skills to build up his students' and coaching clients' efforts.

...strive to make sure that every student that I work with leaves with an understanding of the content that I teach them. I do not only have my students strive for excellence, but I want them to find what they love about learning overall. Especially, in a subject they are struggling with. It is important when you are teaching a child that we get them invested in their own education. It is not enough for...

...to provide clarity and context - to act as a guide in learning, not an answer key. I understand how to deconstruct complex ideas into basic concepts and to build knowledge on strong fundamentals. Rather than bombard a student with information, I want to communicate and receive feedback to understand how they learn. One-on-one tutoring allows students the opportunity to learn at their own pace which is especially important for those in the NYC school...

...student at Columbia, and I just moved to New York City this fall! I love tutoring and teaching students, and I have worked with a number of educational programs, from boarding schools to Americorps. I specialize in languages (English, French, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek) and test prep. I seek to help my students make connections between new material and things that are familiar to them, breaking down higher concepts with accessible examples that can...

...writing center, I edited papers for a variety of subjects and worked with art majors to develop honors theses. I love brainstorming creative approaches to papers with students, and I may be one of the few recent graduates who still thinks grammar is exciting. My enthusiasm is contagious! I am a North Carolina native and an avid college basketball fan. I enjoy backpacking and hiking--I recently completed the Camino de Santiago, hiking five weeks from...

...favorite math course was Discrete Mathematics taught by professor Jordan Ellenberg. Professor Ellenberg just published a great book that covers many of the topics from that class called "How Not to Be Wrong: The Power of Mathematical Thinking"! Back in Los Angeles, I worked as a tutor and coached a high school wrestling team. As a tutor, I spent a lot of time working with high school students working on Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, PreCalc, Chemistry,...

...the college's literary awards, and am equipped to assist with creative writing as well. I'm especially strong at drawing connections---and helping others do the same---between literary devices and broader concepts in literature and personal creative writing. I'm also skilled at helping to proofread and edit essays and creative works, creating essay plans, and working with students to form ideas for analytical essays. I have tutored college and high school aged students as needed for the...

...and preform administrative duties. I also oversee the educational data of approximately 300 students, and teach in our program's Summer Institute that prepares our incoming freshmen for college. Prior to my current role at Fordham University, I worked in many preschool classrooms, was a Graduate Assistant at Fordham's Office of Research, and spent my undergraduate years volunteering with Jumpstart. For three years, I served as a Team Leader with Jumpstart, a national non-profit that seeks...