Award-Winning Geometry Tutors serving Connecticut

I have been a teacher for the past 15 years and I try to make math easy and approachable to all. I like to make math relatable and understandable by using real word examples. I have a bachelors degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from UMass and I am getting my Masters in Education from the University of New England.

Would you like a little help to understand Math, Science or Engineering? Would you like to become more successful at these subjects? I have been working with students of all sorts for over 28 years. It would be my pleasure to help you! My hobbies include carpentry, singing, and outdoor activities especially canoeing and hiking.

...middle school mathematics at Benjamin Jepson Magnet School in New Haven. I teach 6-8 mathematics. I also have three years of experiencing tutoring college math courses to undergraduate students. During my time at Southern, I tutored mathematics in the Academic Success Center. I was deeply interested in providing innovative lessons to students who found mathematics difficult or uninteresting. I always applied mathematics to real-world problems and using mathematics to determine optimal solutions to various issues....

...I try to not only instruct students how to do the problem that they are struggling with but to also make sure that they understand why such a procedure works. As a student, I did not always find new concepts easy to understand and I therefore empathise with struggling students, coaching them with a patient, probing approach until we are both satisfied that we have reached our goal. My mathematics and physics background has provided...

...on education and music performance with world renowned soloist Lauren Pierce. I am K-12 certified in the main branches of musical instruments (including voice), although my primary instrument family is string instruments. I also have experience working with LGBTQ+ students. I am a firm advocate for all people to have the opportunity for education. I love working with children and students, and giving them the support and respect they need to feel confident in themselves.

I'm a retired professor who taught statistics for many years. To be a good citizen these days, you have to know a little statistics, because many people will try to convince you of many things with statistics, and you need to be able to separate the truth from the lies.... I want you to understand how statistics works and what the logic behind it is. If you understand that, then it will be easy to learn...

...a math class. I ascribe to the philosophy of Mathematical Mindset, the belief that good math will cause people to struggle (a little) and that people's brains grow when they struggle. I want to show students that math is not something to fear or dislike. I don't believe in rote memorization of formulas - I teach to provide students with conceptual understanding so they see the "why" instead of just "how," they can see how...

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in French Literature from Yale University. I tutor k-12 subjects as well as SAT/ACT test prep. My own grades and scores allowed me to be accepted to 5 Ivy League schools. Let me help you achieve the same! I don't think there are any bad questions and I enjoy explaining complicated things in simple terms anyone can understand.

...pace. My academic interests are in resource economics though I have training in mathematics, the natural sciences, and public policy. Through my interests in music, teaching, and research the most valuable skill I have learned is the ability to communicate material in a clear and approachable manner. Past students have remarked that my teaching style is animated and are surprised at their ability to focus and understand concepts even after a long day of school,...

...a volunteer basis, specializing in math and science education. I also worked as a curriculum designer for an SAT tutoring firm. I enjoy tutoring because I am strongly against the practice of teaching to the lowest common denominator of students and I believe that every student is entitled to a teacher that will personalize their curriculum and teaching pace to make sure that the student understands the subject in a meaningful and useful way.

...gains in their understanding. I am currently a STEM teacher teaching grades K-8, but have been employed previously as a Mathematics Teacher in both middle and high schools. I am an experienced Algebra and Geometry teacher, and I have good working knowledge of all subject areas in Mathematics. I have also been previously employed as a Mathematics tutor for college level Algebra and Trigonometry. I make a great tutor for two reasons, one, my problem...

...can provide both structured tutoring, where I assign work in between sessions, and more free-form tutoring. I can tutor topics regarding medicine (including MCAT) or medical terminology as well topics in chemistry (high school/intro college chemistry and organic chemistry), biology (high school/college), and statistics (AP statistics specificaly). I joined Varsity Tutors to give students an easy resource to access when they are struggling. I also can help students with writing assignments for ANY class as...

...topics. I enjoy working with children and careful preparation of lessons allows me to break down complicated concepts to simple examples that students can grasp easily. I try to tailor activities that help in maintaining the interest of high level students well as the less skilled students. I communicate regularly with my students regarding their progress and how they are improving. Everyone needs a little help here and there. If you need help in achieving...

...tutor for the local school district. I am currently a senior at Central Connecticut State University seeking a dual bachelor's degree in finance and management. I plan to continue my education and earn my MBA as well. I tutor elementary and middle school subjects as well as some high school subject matter. I am also a financial literacy tutor. I tutor test preparation as well. My favorite areas to tutor are math and financial literacy....

...a ninth-grader going to a private academy, told me about her achievement; our achievement. We had been working together for one and a half hours a week throughout the school year. Your success is my success. There is no greater reward than when a student who was previously struggling, gains the understanding, confidence and knowledge to succeed. Developing a good relationship and setting realistic goals are vital for a successful tutoring experience. With the proper...

...the correct answer, I always try to extract and correct answer from them by engaging there intellect and feedback about the problem we are working on. Beside my work as an engineer I am also interested in learning about Quantum Physics, Philosophy, History, and Literature. I am member of the Great Courses club, by the teaching company. I spend the majority of my free time listening to lecture from the teaching company.

...and humanities, as I believe it is important to have a balanced education to minimize our biases. I attempt to incorporate this philosophy into my tutoring lessons by including problems with real-world applications where possible. And as a tutor, I am very hands-on, as I believe teaching is a dance in which communication from both sides is of utmost importance. I want my students to ask questions as I am a firm believer that there...

As a current undergraduate student, academics have always been important to me. About a year ago I finished up the college application process and was finally able to sit back and be proud of myself and what I had accomplished throughout my high school career. Being proud of my academic achievements has always given me such a sense of fulfillment, and by being a tutor I hope to pass that good feeling on :~)

I make tutoring a fun and enjoyable learning experience. Math and Science can be eye opening and amazing but also challenging. I can help you or your loved one understand the concepts necessary to excel and achieve those academic goals. I can help your Elementary School, Middle School, or High School youngster finally understand those difficult math concepts! I can tutor Algebra, Physical Science, Geometry, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Arithmetic. Lets make Math and Science...

...elementary topics, such as algebra 1 or German word order, and complex ones, such as deontological critiques of utilitarian ethics. By valuing all levels of difficulty, I am able to give students a firm foundation, with which they can grasp truly complex ideas in the topic at hand and in their future learning. While my interests in the areas described are powerful and abundant, I also enjoy painting, composing, hiking and camping.