Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving New Haven, CT

...both high school and middle school classroom settings, as well as in private piano lessons. I hold a B.A. in Piano and an M.Ed in Teaching & Learning, and am a certified Artist Instructor in CT. Currently I tutor in English, essay writing, grammar, and literature. My teaching philosophy centers on helping students discover solutions and providing the guidance they need to arrive at answers themselves, thus achieving a sense of accomplishment and self-sufficiency. I...

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...be successful. As a language arts and English tutor, my goal is to help secondary students progress in building strong reading, writing, and communication skills that will not only support them in the classroom, but prepare them for life. I am passionate about helping all students because I want them to have a love of learning and look back fondly on their education. I have been a middle school teacher for 9 years and I...

...teaching experience in the area of ELA. I have worked with students of varied backgrounds mostly on the 7th to 12th grade level; although, I have worked with elementary aged students and adult learners as well. This year I assisted in preparing my students for the new SAT. As a result, the students at the school where I work achieved the highest scores on the SAT in 5 years. This is my first year at...

...Sometimes it takes talking out what you don't understand to get to the root of where things went awry. By working through each problem little by little, the path towards understanding is revealed. It can take time, but there is always going to be a path forward. I obtained my Bachelors of Science in Marine Biology from the University of Rhode Island and my masters of science in Oceanography from Oregon State University. I have...

...Vermont. At school I am an Environmental Studies major with English and Political Science minors. Reading and writing are two important passions of mine, and I enjoy analyzing a great book as much as I enjoy writing an extremely strong piece myself. When it comes to tutoring I have been told by many clients in the past that I bring a unique level of positive energy and dedication to the table, as I am an...

...of Connecticut, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Arts degree. I hold my master's degree in Educational Psychology and Juris Doctor from the University of Connecticut. I am a certified professional in both general and special education. I have conducted academic assessments, chaired planning and placement team meetings, developed individualized education plans (IEPs), conducted behavior evaluations, and created individualized curricula. I have expertise working with learners from elementary school through college...

...(comprehension and analysis), writing (expository, creative or essay), literature, public speaking, etc. -- I may be a great match for you. I recently chose to enter tutoring after a 30-year career of leading communications at some of the country's top consumer products firms, including Kraft and Pepperidge Farm. I have worked with every level of executive and employee to provide top notch writing and editing and create clear, effective communications of all kinds. My co-workers...

...asked to tutor a high school student who had missed months of school due to a traumatic sports injury. Together we learned so much about the transition from a reluctant learner to an engaged student. After earning my B.A. in English from Williams College, I lived in Germany, managed a professional hockey team and tutored again, this time a graduate student who was studying American government. Both of these experiences taught me that the relationship...

...education and literacy. Being state certified to teach English to students in grades 5-12 gives me the opportunity to teach and tutor a wide range of material. My M.A in English Education provides me with a variety of tools to use when leading students toward fulfilling their academic potential. My goal is to make students feel confident and comfortable in their learning environment, free to ask questions and seek answers. By allowing my patient and...

...15 years classroom teaching experience. I have privately tutored over the years, and I am looking to pick up more clients as I am currently out of the classroom and home with my twin sons! I have a great track record with student success in all areas of ELA. I love helping students gain confidence in their skills in English and realize they can experience success! I have expertise in writing fundamentals, writing essays, research...

...rapport with a child in need of some academic help. I can keep a child engaged and keep to the subject matter. My strong suits are the basic sciences of Chemistry and Physics as well as Mathematics. I have taught the essentials of mechanics and engineering using Lego and I have taught the basics of civics and business as a Junior Achievement teacher in the upper elementary schools. I worked with adults as an English...

...English, Psychology, and Philosophy. I can tutor these subjects at almost all levels, and am happy to work on any particular areas that you might need help with. I earned my BA in Philosophy, Psychology, and Classics from CUNY, after which I earned my first masters in Classics (Ancient Philosophy) from Cambridge University, and am currently completing my second masters in Classical Studies from Columbia University. Next year, I will be applying for a PhD...

...Master of Arts from Brooklyn College, and a Bachelor of Arts from James Madison University. With extensive experience teaching college writing, public speaking, theatre, film, and media, I've worked with students in large lectures, small discussion-based classes, and one-on-one mentoring. My teaching philosophy emphasizes active learning and critical engagement, helping students develop their voices through exploration and discussion. Outside of academia, I sing as a member of a Connecticut chorus, and I enjoy riding my...

...of Bridgeport, a student of International Relations and World Languages. My speciality is History, Political Science, Economics, as well as writing. I'm extremely comfortable with any of the AP tests in these subjects, and also very comfortable helping improve scores on the writing and reading sections of the SAT or GRE. I can get your papers up to A+ strength, whether you need someone to help develop strong original ideas, or to simply help you...

...where I developed a deep appreciation for the beauty and intricacies of mathematical concepts. My academic journey has not only equipped me with a solid foundation in mathematics but has also fostered my passion for teaching and sharing knowledge with others. Throughout my tutoring experience, I have had the privilege of working with students of varying ages and skill levels. I have tutored subjects ranging from basic arithmetic to advanced calculus and statistics. My favorite...

...a BA degree, with Honors in English. After graduation, I served as a Peace Corps Volunteer for two years in El Salvador, teaching English at the National University in San Salvador. That was where and when I first learned how much I enjoy teaching. When I returned from Central America, I went to Law School at the University of Michigan. After graduation, I returned to Connecticut and practiced law for about fifteen years. During this...

...the University of Northwestern St. Paul, I tutored students 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...

I am a published novelist and a graduate of one of the most prestigious law schools in California. I have been a staff member on a presidential campaign, and I have been around the world. I am enthusiastic about learning, and about communicating my knowledge. I get along with almost everyone and I have outstanding morals, ethics and values.... I approach each individual and task in a specialized manner. I vary my approach in accordance with...

...and Genetic Biology with a minor in Data Science. I'm on the pre-med track and hope to become a doctor one day, so I know firsthand how tough some of these science classes can be. It can be helpful it is to have someone in your corner to walk through the material with you. For the past two years, I've worked as a biology peer mentor, where I've helped students tackle coursework, prep for exams,...