Award-Winning Graduate Test Prep Tutors serving Stamford, CT

...pursue tutoring myself. I have gained so much from my experiences teaching English as a foreign language to Italian students in Bologna, Italy and as a voluntary tutor for students from disadvantaged areas in Dublin, Ireland. What I enjoy most about tutoring is how it enables me to conceive of concepts and texts I'm familiar with in entirely new ways, through the perspectives of my students. In my spare time, I love to read (fiction,...

...teaching in a fifth grade classroom, I was hired by that school as fourth grade classroom aide. Getting to work with children every day, and seeing them grow as individuals, was an invaluable experience. Working with children with special needs, I learned how to appeal to a wide range of learning styles while also making learning fun. I am passionate about helping learners realize their full potential! Math has always been my favorite subject, which...

...service branch of Boston University International Affairs Association for two years. I have previously helped high school juniors prepare for SAT Evidence-based Reading & Writing. I taught students how to recognize rhetorical devices and how to analyze scientific, historical, and literary writing. Additionally, I created weekly grammar worksheets and vocabulary quizzes. I also read college essays and walked students through the college application process. After studying for two months, I obtained an 173 on the...

...enjoy tutoring high school and college students, especially after teaching freshman English and working in the writing center as a graduate assistant at Middle Tennessee State University. My particular areas of expertise are assisting students with writing projects at any stage of the writing process, including brainstorming, outlining, researching, writing rough drafts, and editing. I also enjoy working with ESL students as they develop their conversational skills, reading comprehension, and writing. Furthermore, I assist with...

...score, and every evaluation, could be a pivotal building block of a child's professional future. Knowing this is to understand the seriousness of the educators role in a child's development. I promise to do my best to help your child excel in his or her future. At the same time, I also understand that there are many different factors that motivate a child in his studies. I think it's important not just to drill facts...

...have a B.A. in Chemistry and Chinese from Williams College. I am a very reliable and dedicated tutor. I will work hard and efficiently to help you improve your test scores, studying habits, and grades. My teaching philosophy is very much similar to a lot of my science professors. "Do practice questions. Do practice questions. Do some more practice questions!" Since I like to have concepts simplified and broken down for me, I will do...

...learn and tailor my lessons to their specific needs. I have worked with students with different learning abilities and backgrounds and am able to effectively teach them with engaging lessons. All my students have been successful throughout the years. I graduated from Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine and also hold MEd from Liberty University. Aside from teaching, I also enjoy spending time with my family and reading. I...

...a BA in Art History, MA in Art History from University of Chicago, MA in Education from University of London. I moved to London in 2014 so that I could move more completely into the educational field, and started a year-long Masters in Museum Education with an emphasis in teaching the humanities. While in school, I taught in many museums in London from the Benjamin Franklin House, to the Courtauld, the Wallace Collection, to the...

...undergraduate and graduate levels. In the past, I have worked at a K-12 learning center, assisting students at all grade levels in both math and reading. Additionally, I have served as a one-on-one tutor to select students who solicited my help in drafting their college essays, or to just improve the quality of their high school, middle school, or elementary school writing capacities. Finally, I was a volunteer ESL teacher for six years, teaching grammar...

...have several years of experience my peers and working as a tutor for kids K-12 in a tutoring center. I tutor in a variety of subjects. I tutor in a lot of types of math subject, my specialty being Algebra. After 5 years of high school classes, I am knowledgeable in French. English, from novel analysis to creative writing to essay writing, is my favorite subject. My teaching philosophy is success stems from understanding. I...

...most creative creole to ever be created. Through the inspiration of languages before it, English offers us an advanced understanding of our history, and propels us toward our future. In my approach to tutoring, I enjoy learning about the individual; not only the student. In order to understand the educational needs of each student, I must first understand each person. I enjoy using culturally relevant pedagogy to ensure that my enrichment is useful and can...

Hello! My name is Gabriella and I recently graduated from Cornell University with a degree is Biological Sciences with a concentration in Genetics, Genomics and Development. While at Cornell I ran a chemistry study group and tutored in general and organic chemistry as well as several biology courses. I really enjoy working with students on an individual level, finding out the best ways to help them learn the material, and helping them achieve their academic goals.

...continue to be a student of pastry, music, Spanish, Italian, Latin dancing, and cooking. My strength as a tutor lies in my ability to analyze a student's data and use it to craft a personalized study plan. I have successfully tutored 2 National Merit Finalists for the PSAT and SAT and have seen score increases as high as sixty percent. My dual background in Mathematics and ESL provides a balanced instructional experience for students. I...

...Science and Sustainability, I have conducted talks, PowerPoints and produce posters on the science of gardening, renewable energy technology, and nutrition. I got my bachelor's degree in Material Science and Engineering at Penn State University and currently working on my master's degree in Material Science and Engineering at NJIT. I have tutored students in Prealgebra, Algebra, Precalculus, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics and Economics. My favorite subject to teach is chemistry and algebra. My approach in helping...

...what is on the page. It teaches problem-solving, critical and creative thinking. I try not only to teach the mechanics of math, but instill an appreciation for the skills the process can develop. And while math is my favorite subject to tutor, I have had training in and am qualified for all sections of SAT and ACT test prep, and enjoy working with students to help them learn and meet their college goals.

...especially love working with English, reading comprehension, writing, Spanish, linguistics, and early science topics. My goal is to make lessons engaging and enjoyable while also ensuring that they are clear and accessible. My tutoring style is encouraging and structured. Everyone learns differently, so I tailor my teaching to fit each student's unique strengths, challenges, and learning style. More than anything, I aim to help students feel capable and build confidence that can be carried into...

...I and II, GRE and LSAT. I especially enjoy helping students prepare for standardized tests because I remember how helpful a compelling guide and mentor can be during the often stressful process of testing and preparation for it. In addition to performing well on the exams themselves, I believe it is just as important for students to learn how to think calmly and confidently about these tests, so that they can help to serve students'...

...I majored in theater and astrophysics at Columbia University and I am now a playwriting MFA at NYU, one of the best programs in the country (the story of how I transitioned from physics to theater is pretty funny and I???m happy to share it). While my intensive study of advanced Math and Physics helps me tutor those subjects, I find my theater skills are just as valuable to effective teaching. As a playwright, I...

...double major in applied math and bioinformatics/computational biology. Due to unfortunate circumstances, I need to stay home for the next few months. I do not want to stop my tutoring so here I am looking to help students virtually! Medical school has made biology my favorite subject to tutor in as I've really nailed in me how to learn and understand a lot of material in a short amount of time. Medical school has taught...

...in efforts to help them gain a better understanding of the subjects they would like to master. I believe each and every student has unique learning requirements and I strive to meet these needs by modifying my teaching method in order to best benefit my student. I am very patient and I always like to ensure that my student is progressing and excelling with each session. I am currently a medical student so I have...