Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Connecticut

...in the center for academic excellence tutoring peers in group and private settings, and found the fulfillment I got to be just like teaching my little brother bass guitar when we were kids, or working in my guitar teacher's shop in high school. I graduated from Hofstra in 2022 with B.A.'s in Criminology and Spanish, and minors in Linguistics and Creative Writing, and was nominated for group tutor of the year award for my work...

...years and I absolutely love it. It gives me an opportunity to spend more time with my husband and daughter. I am currently teaching classes for Kaplan University, Argosy University and onsite at Post University. I have received a B.A. degree in English as well as M.A. and M.S. degrees in English and Education, respectively. My M.A. degree was completed entirely online. In my spare time (when I have any), I like to read and...

I am a graduate of Connecticut College. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English and American Studies with a concentration in Expressive Arts and Cultural Studies. Since graduation, I worked at three different museums working as a Public Programs Coordinator, Museum Educator and Historical Interpreter. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and History.

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...different ways to engage my students. I believe it is important to get to know the students I work with in order to have the greatest impact on my students academic achievements. I create various games and activities to help students enjoy learning and gain confidence in the areas they struggle. I have worked with children my whole life in various settings. I am passionate about helping children learn and grow. I plan to be...

...to obtain my certification to be a school principal! I am currently a 1st grade teacher. I love working with students and helping them to reach their goals! Learning should be intriguing and engaging, and I take pride in making it so for my students. While I am very familiar with elementary, I also love literature and psychology at the middle and high school level. I also know what it likes to take a rigorous...

...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 are no stupid questions. I want to be involved in all phases of the student's learning process from the understanding phase to the mastery phase. In my free time, I like to learn whether it be through reading and doing practice questions from a textbook or watching...

...discussion. I consider dialog between the tutor and student essential as my experience has been that students who actively engage make much larger and more rapid improvement. Besides simply memorizing facts, I find that in-depth discussion of historical figures, characters, and places generates a greater interest in the topic area and in turn leads to more engaging and productive sessions. When I have free time I extensively read, primarily non-fiction but with regular forays into...

...a Second Language, Shakespeare and AP English. I have a BA in English from the University of Scranton and an MA in English from Western CT State University. I am happy to tutor English, reading and writing at all levels. If I had to choose a specialty topic it would be Shakespeare. I designed and taught a high school level Shakespeare class for many years. As a tutor, my goal is to work with individual...

...through third grades for 10 years and specialized in teaching fifth and sixth grade Language Arts and Social Studies for the past ten years. I love to help children to reach their full potential through individualized instruction. I've been a tutor with Varsity Tutors since September, 2019 working both online and visiting students in their homes in the New York City area. Since March, 2020, I have been tutoring online and am available to tutor...

My entire professional life has been devoted to enlightening students to be active learners in reading, writing and appreciating the English language I have been an educator for over four decades because the more I teach my students ,the more I learn from them! Let's enjoy this adventure together!

...as their confidence grows and they blossom as a person. My favorite subjects to teach are History, Geography, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Microbiology. I find science in general a fascinating subject because I enjoy understanding how our world functions and how everything interacts. History I enjoy attempting to understand how certain events happened and how those events shaped the future. In general I enjoy understanding how something works at the basic level because I...

...multiple works of literature. In my classroom I love bringing the excitement and joy of reading alive for my students. As a teacher with years of experience, I have encountered scholars with diverse reading levels and abilities. Although multiple strategies are used to reach each and every one of my students, one thing they all have in common is a shared love and appreciation for reading. While reading is my favorite, I have tutored students...

...learning in order to be successful. In my sessions I try to engage students by incorporating fun games and activities into the educational experience. Since I am a current student myself I understand the challenges that can occur when learning and know the feeling of struggling in a subject. I have received tutoring sessions myself and recognize the importance of an extra boost of support. I am excited to share my passion for learning and...

...the relationship between a teacher and student is one in which both learn from each other, and together they can achieve the goals that may be difficult for the student alone. Since then, I have tutored individual students, taught in group settings to people of all ages and worked as an editor and writer while raising my own children. I am eager to inspire more students and open their eyes to the potential each and...

...taught GED English prep for a year, and am currently the after school site coordinator for an elementary school. Together, I have varied experiences working with students grades K-12, and am dedicated to offering the exceptional learning opportunities all students deserve. I believe that no student is unteachable with the right teacher. Thankfully, I am used to wearing many hats, and I work hard to be the “right teacher” for every student I encounter.

...education and mentorship that truly drives me. With four years of dedicated teaching experience, I have honed my ability to effectively convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner, ensuring that my students not only grasp the material but also develop a deeper understanding of the subject matter. As a tutor, my goal is to empower my students to excel academically and professionally. Whether it's demystifying financial principles, preparing for professional certifications, or guiding...

...and enjoy working with. In college I began tutoring Somali refugees in Burlington, VT in English Acquisition, and also spent some time teaching Guitar. Although I have a broad range of subjects to offer, I most enjoy tutoring Language, History, Social Studies and Literature, as these subjects are closest to my own academic pursuits and interests. Coming from a liberal arts background I believe that education can not only help one realize their future ambitions...

...and subjects like algebra and earth science. In college, I am apart of Tufts Tutoring where I tutor local Medford High School Students. I also have a year experience tutoring students in Physics on Varsity Tutoring. I have tutored three students in overall homework help, Spanish, and physics. Even though I have tutored students in a wide variety of subjects, my favorite subjects to tutor in are science and math. These are tough subjects for...

...1+2 Certified, and served as the Master Writing Consultant in my undergrad career in the Academic Center for Excellence. I can help students of all ages, and I have tutored students from elementary-middle school, to graduate/undergraduate students. I have worked with students on college essays, honors projects, everyday assignments, resume building, and study skills &strategies! I have specifically worked with students with language based learning differences like dyslexia, ADHD, executive functioning, and with English Second...