Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Connecticut

...and have an MS from Teachers College, Columbia University in Neuroscience and Education. I am passionate about science and teaching and have experience teaching and tutoring all levels of Spanish, Science and Math. I enjoy working individually with students, understanding and learning the strategies that work best for each student. I incorporate visual and kinesthetic strategies, among others, to my teaching. My goal is for my students to discover which strategies work best for their...

...at Yale University in the process of getting a dual BS/MPH degree. I'm pre-med at Yale, and I'm double majoring in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, as well as the History of Science. I have a wide variety of academic interests, and especially enjoy tutoring writing/communications and science. My teaching style is one that I've developed from the myriad psychology courses I've taken, so I'm all about creative ways to have the student understand the content...

...to teaching. I always loved taking standardized tests; I thought of the problems as fun puzzles. And I love sharing that outlook and enthusiasm with students who are trying to improve their SAT performance. I find it completely invigorating to see students grasping the concepts that underlie the problems we work through together, and it is so fun to develop a unique relationship with each pupil. There really is such nuance to helping each student...

...to understand information as it relates to them in the real world they are more likely to grasp complex concepts. It is always exciting to watch a young student develop a love of learning or master a subject that they struggle with, and it feels very rewarding for the both of us when it finally "clicks"! During my free time I enjoy traveling and exploring new places, hiking, photography, playing tennis, and playing with my...

...active EMTs in New York. I love working with students of all ages, and have tutored middle school students as well. I'd be happy to help with any of your educational needs, to identify study & learning techniques that work best for you, and to help you achieve your goals! I believe the tutor and student are partners, and that this collaboration, with a continuous and honest dialogue, can surely lead to success. I have...

...am one term away from completing my Master's Degree in Special Education from Northeastern University. I am an English teacher at a boarding school. I tutor English, reading, writing, and psychology, which are my favorite subjects. I love tutoring students because it allows me to teach in a smaller setting and focus on building specific skills with my students. I am a very passionate teacher and try to make content enjoyable for the students, while...

...to assist you with some help. I have many years of expertise. I am currently a High School Special ed Tutor but have experience with all ages and grades. You will love what I have to offer. I am very passionate working with children of all ages and watching them blossom and grow. I know everyone learns differently, as do I so I use many techniques when it comes to assisting students. I have a...

...able to share my passion of learning with my students. A very important skill I possess is that I know how to listen to my students. In addition, I am compassionate, patient and I realize that each student is an individual with different learning styles. I actively consider my students' needs when planning lessons to ensure that their goals are met. I believe that regular assessments are integral for monitoring progress. Assessments can be formal...

...and social sciences from the middle school to the graduate school level. I am fluent in several languages. I worked as a T.A. for a writing class at a university and have experience editing undergraduate writing. I understand the perspective of college professors and T.A.'s and can help students achieve the level of writing and analysis that professors expect from them on papers and exams. The students with whom I have worked in the past...

...in Spanish. I am excited to tutor students in Spanish, essay writing and editing, and reading. It's important to me that the student is comfortable and that we work together in order to make our tutor sessions the most beneficial they can be. I am passionate about helping students as I know how difficult it can be to feel like you're falling behind or struggling in school. Tutoring can help you focus on your weaknesses...

...ranging from elementary school to high school. My favorite subjects to teach are English and Literature, especially the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the SAT. I know firsthand how stressful standardized tests can be, so I would love to help alleviate any concerns about standardized testing from struggling students. In my free time, I like to stay active by playing sports (basketball, soccer, and squash) and enjoying the outdoors (hiking, kayaking, swimming).

...the Willimantic AIDS clinic and was a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I was awarded the greek life academic achievement award during my time at UConn. I began tutoring while I was in high school as a volunteer for the Bridgeport School Volunteer Association. At 15, my first student was a 4th grade girl who was about to repeat the fourth grade for the third time. Through my time with her, she...

...Studies with a pre-med track. I am currently a grad student at the Yale School of Public Health. Throughout my undergraduate career, I have instructed SAT/ACT classes for low-income students in the Los Angeles area. I truly believe that education is the gateway to success. It is my teaching philosophy to ensure that each student has individualized attention. I work to enhance a student's strengths and work on their weaknesses. Outside of school, I enjoy...

...I've had the opportunity to be there for some of those highs and lows for all types of learners, from students with LD to students taking multiple AP exams. As a head's wife and volunteer at a private boarding school, I've gotten to spend time with students in all kinds of environments, from weekend trips to dormitory events. It's an honor and a privilege to accompany these students wherever they are on their journeys, academic...

...a friendly, caring and passionate tutor who loves helping students grow with confidence and joy. I believe learning should be clear, focused, and tailored to the individual. Whether we're learning through games, stories, or hands-on activities, I make sure lessons are fun, engaging, and purposeful. I'm patient, goofy, and especially great with little ones! I support: Kindergarten Readiness Reading, Math & Spelling (Grades K5) Adult ESL (Urdu/Hindi speakers welcome!) Let's make learning feel exciting and...

...in the English department. I really like reading and writing (it's most of what I do in and out of work) and I enjoy making myself useful by sharing my knowledge with other students. I also enjoy the process and experience of learning, and I like helping others with that process. I tutor English and writing, I help students prepare for tests, and I help with editing and proofreading. My favorite part is editing, because...

...station, I taught seminars on the history of blues music to other undergraduates. I am most interested in tutoring students in Latin or in English literature. I can also teach elementary Ancient Greek to any interested students. My strengths include language, writing, and literary analysis. I can also offer test prep help to students struggling with the SAT writing or critical reading sections, or the subject tests and AP Exams in Latin or English Literature....

...finding a voice in writing. We worked with different mentor texts to refine our writing skills, as well as read an array of literature including classics like The Odyssey and Romeo and Juliet, and more modern texts including the graphic novel, A Monster Calls. I also have teaching experience at the middle school level, teaching 7th and 8th grade Language Arts. From this position, I have experience in SBAC exam preparation. I also am a...

I am a graduate of Fordham University, with a double major BA in Economics and French Language and Literature. I have been tutoring students in English, French, Math, and standardized test prep for over six years, and I especially love teaching in Economics, History, and Literature. My teaching style centers on understanding each student's unique way of learning, and adapting my approach to best fit their needs.

...expectations. Guiding, supporting, and empowering student success has been the highlight of my career. I am a currently a certified English teacher and previously worked as a university instructor in philosophy (including core writing courses). I also spent a year and a half as a university research fellow in the humanities. In addition to classroom teaching and research, I have experience with test prep and coaching student essay writing for successful private and independent school...