Award-Winning English Grammar and Syntax Tutors serving Stamford, CT

...M.F.A in Creative Writing from Adelphi University and a B.S. in English Education from NYU. While attending school, I worked with graduate and undergraduate students on their college writing assignments. Prior to this, I was a 7th grade English teacher working with younger pupils on grammatical structure. I think it is important for students to have confidence and feel relaxed in their approach to writing. The best way to improve in writing is to consistently...

...at Mount Greylock Regional School this past fall. There I was employed as an assistant for Mr. Dils, a high school English teacher. I was responsible for helping to prepare his tenth and twelfth grade classes, as well as correcting student writing. I have additional experience tutoring English at the Isoapple after-school facility, where I am currently assisting with the summer program. English is my primary subject, but I am also interested in tutoring History...

...my Art History Masters. I received my BA at Eugene Lang College and studied American Theater History. Since graduation, I have worked as an EMT, I've worked on political campaigns, worked at the Met Opera, and lived in New York City. I am interested in tutoring anything in the Humanities, any of the Liberal Arts, though my strength is in History, given that is the area of my studies. I like to get to know...

I have tutored 3rd-5th graders for the past four years. I have tutored a variety of subjects for students but specialize in English, reading, ACT reading, ACT writing and art history. My favorite part of tutoring is when my students are engaged and having fun learning!

NYU writing graduate with honors and a passion for education. I believe in the merits of patience, practice, and positivity.

...of practical experience in subject matter combined with 4 years of teaching students. I believe education is the foundation of success. I enjoy knowing that my students are interested in becoming more knowledgeable and proficient in the selected subject matter. I want to help every one of my students achieve their goals and also help make their dreams a reality. When I am not teaching or tutoring students I enjoy playing golf and exercising. I...

I am a senior in college studying communication and journalism who is dedicated to helping other students learn and be the best they can possibly be.

...a tutor and adjunct college professor for over ten years. I typically begin by diagnosing students' difficulties, then proceed with a learning plan, according to the timeframe available. I believe in data-driven instruction - meaning, I use student work to help design the learning plan as we go. Also, I have experience teaching a wide variety of subjects, and I am a standardized test scorer, giving me insight into the 'other side' of the testing...

We are all born with a natural curiosity, and my goal as a tutor is to engage students so that they are motivated by that curiosity. I want students to learn through their own individual styles, and my approach to english, writing, and literature is to encourage questions and critical thought. That way students can improve both their writing and reading skills, all while becoming creative and analytical thinkers. ... I think that everyone is born...

...guided children age's three to eight through math and reading assignments. One of the most rewarding teaching experiences I have had is with my current job as a clinician at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes. As a clinician, I work one on one with students to improve their decoding and reading comprehension skills through a specifically designed reading program and lesson plan. I also worked with a variety students ranging from ages five to twenty-one, many of...

Happy to be sharing my skills and experience through Varsity Tutors! After studying in New York, Mexico, and Berlin, I want to keep the ball rolling and give back to the community in which I now currently reside: New York City. ... My teaching philosophy is to combine structured learning with that of free and intuitive learning. I believe anybody can learn anything; all that is necessary is motive, a plan, and follow through.... Discover the...

...letters to full sentences. I also helped her with simple math and reading abilities. In high school I was a part of the National Honor Society and for community service I volunteered at the local elementary school where I helped K-5 with spelling, phonics, reading, math, and science. Students of varying age groups would sit at one table and I would help each one individually, staying on my toes going from one subject to the...

...a graduate student at Columbia University pursuing my Masters in Public Administration. For the past three years, I have worked at education focused non-profit organizations. During this time, I have worked as a literacy and math tutor for middle school students, as well as led a writing seminar for high school students preparing to go to college. I enjoy working with students of all grade and skill level, and I love to make learning fun!

Hello, my name is Krista. I am a graduate student from Saint Josephs College. By the beginning of the year 2019, I will have gained my certifications in adolescent education, and, English. I can teach/tutor students in grades 4-12. Also, I am able to tutor students with various learning needs, i.e autism, and other various needs.

I graduated with honors from UC Berkeley's English program. While in college, I worked as a tutor, designing lesson plans and teaching accelerated classes for elementary to high schoolers within a day-time tutoring program. This included standardized test prep as well. My biggest priority as a tutor is helping you find the confidence and belief in your own ability. This, I've found, has the biggest impact on a student's performance.

...in New York. A resident of Greenwich Village, NYC, for 25 years, I home schooled my three children, now ages 14, 19, and 22. I have taught every aspect of English, from teaching my kindergarteners to read and write, to elementary, junior high, and high school grammar, spelling, writing, and American and European literature. I've taught classes and worked with students one-on-one. I've also helped prepare students for the English language sections of high school...

...Mathematics. I love working with students of all ages, and I will adapt my teaching style accordingly. I am very approachable and flexible, and promise to accommodate my teaching to each and every student's needs. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life. I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my free time, I enjoy playing various sports, specifically...

...I will give you skills that will stay with you for the rest of your academic life. I have a Bachelors degree in English and a Masters degree in English Education from Rutgers University. Some of my personal hobbies outside of teaching English include directing plays and musicals, telling stories on the stage, hiking and kayaking, with the occasional rock climbing and camping adventure thrown into the mix. I look forward to working with you!

...this student can learn?" and of course knowing what interests them. When I have a gauge on what type of learner the student is, it allows me to create my initial baseline assessments and start from there. From there I establish goals and set the foundation to improve the skills that are in need of improvement. When we reach goals, we continue to create new ones and constantly find ways to challenge the student. We...

Hello, my name is Zahra Jamil. I am a Chemistry graduate from Scholars Program. I have over 7+ years of tutoring experience from grades pre-k till high school in subject areas such as Maths, science, US/Global history, critical reasoning and writing. More importantly, through my experiences, I have honed in on skills necessary to help students who may be especially struggling with a subject and have helped them reach their goals.