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

...their goals. My main objective as a tutor is to empower my students and guide them toward their own success by instilling confidence in them. I understand that every student has their own learning style as well as unique passions, strengths and interests. I aim to get to know my students individual strengths and passions in order to make the material interesting and meaningful for them. I believe in an individual's creativity and I create...

...Biological Sciences with a focus on Genetics, Genomics, and Development. My passion lies in healthcare, as I am currently preparing to attend medical school this upcoming fall. However, I have always had an interest in teaching. I started as a general chemistry TA, supporting students during problem solving sessions. Then, I helped teach our genetics lecture course, coordinating individual and group tutoring sessions that guided students in content application. This position transformed into a leadership...

Thank you for considering me for your tutoring needs. My professional life has been dedicated to helping young people reach their full potential as a classroom teacher, personal tutor, and coach. Of one thing I am convinced, ALL students have the capacity to learn...the trick is in finding the process by which that learning is accepted and able to be utilized by the student when needed. Kindest regards, Scott Colvin

...Oxford with a BA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE). I've worked with multiple companies and as an independent tutor for over 2 years and have taught a range of subjects, including Economics and Politics (through University level) and Calculus, Statistics, Spanish, US History, Chemistry, and Geography (through AP level). I'm also experienced in university admissions coaching, including SAT/ACT tutoring and advising on personal statements and supplemental essays. Prior to Oxford, I attended the Taft...

...Mary. I have worked with students of all grades 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)...

I am a graduating senior at Yale University studying political science. I hope to be able to use my expertise in many areas, as well as positive attitude and great communication skills to be an effective tutor. I love to mentor others and help younger students suceed!

...degree in business, and I am now studying physics at Stony Brook University. My personal philosophy is that anything is possible when someone has a goal he or she set for herself or himself and he or she willing to put in the effort to attain that goal, even if the steps in between are difficult or not very interesting to them. That goal can be as simple as passing a single test or as...

...academy and am currently studying biological sciences at Boston University. My formal experience working with students encompasses various instances throughout my academic career. The year before my freshman year of high school, I served as a volunteer counselor at the Connecticut Science Center summer program for 2 weeks. I assisted in teaching children ages 7-10 about different topics in science, including forensics and astronomy. I conducted many of the daily experiments and worked to help...

...have seven years of tutoring experience and four years of teaching experience. I am here to help you meet your learning and productivity goals by working closely with you to master the standards of your subject matter. While I am primarily a tutor for English, writing, and Spanish language learning, I also have vast experience tutoring sociology, history, and philosophy. Overall, if you would like to improve and refine your reading, writing, research, and communication...

...of long form science fiction and fantasy as well as short humor articles. I've worked with dozens of companies writing fiction and bringing worlds to life. Creating stories is exciting and learning to do so should be as well. From short stories to novellas and novels, I can help you work on your manuscripts and navigate the publishing industry. Graduated Magna Cum Laude. "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work."...

...When not passing my time sleeping outdoors waiting for assorted basketball tickets as a "Cameron Crazie," I study Evolutionary Anthropology with fortunate access to Duke's fascinating lemurs and primates. My aspiration since my matriculation at college has been to pursue medicine, and I have just recently finished piecing together my application for medical school. Naturally, having just finished studying for the MCAT, I have a particular expertise in science of all kinds ranging from Biology...

...in Classics and Theatre. However, my college uses the core curriculum and as a result, I've had a well-rounded, eclectic education covering everything from math to fine arts. I've won awards in community service, dance, and film, but most notably, 20 writing prizes before I reached eighteen. I was a National Merit Semi-Finalist in high school and I've had a passion for education and the art of learning since I was a child. I hope...

...Geneseo in 2012, graduating cum laude. I have applied my education in the professional world, working as a Senior Laboratory Technician at Stony Brook University, and conducting ecological and behavioral research on wild howler monkeys in Nicaragua. Currently I spend my time tutoring students and taking graduate courses at Stony Brook University in the Ecology and Evolution department. I am passionate about teaching and helping students succeed in academics. I believe in treating students as...

...just communicate the information, but also to make sure that the student learns it. As a tutor, I work with the student's strengths and weaknesses to help him/her learn. I earned a Ph.D. in political science from Johns Hopkins University, where I also taught. Although I enjoyed teaching on the university level, I missed the engagement one develops in a more individualized setting like tutoring. I also earned a BA from Columbia University in Comparative...

...learner, I am passionate and innovative about education; I strive to personally progress with new technologies and methods to encourage academic risk taking, set high expectations, and ensure all students achieve at their highest potentials. Years of experience with adolescents, in both urban and suburban environments, has allowed me to adapt an instructional perspective that caters to a diverse scope of learners. My educational background and diverse teaching experiences, present me as an exemplar of...

...student! Education has been a passion of mine from a very young age. I remember forcing my younger siblings to sit for "lessons" - and I still enjoy creating those innovative, engaging lessons today! I am a certified English teacher for grades 7-12 and a certified Reading Specialist for grades K-12. I love working with students of all ages in order to highlight their potential and strengthen any areas of concern. My teaching experience includes...

...at the University of Connecticut pursuing a PhD in medicinal chemistry. My current research is primarily based in organic synthesis. I have a B.S.Chm in Biochemistry and a B.A. in German Studies from Creighton University, where I graduate magna cum laude in 2021. I have worked as a TA in organic chemistry for the last two years, and I also have experience helping high school students with test preparation and homework in all subjects. My...

...Science from Haverford College and then went on to get my MA in International Relations from Central European University in Budapest. I was born in Bosnia and moved to the US when I was 6. My favorite hobby is fishing, primarily on the Sound but I also love fishing for trout in the Norwalk River. In academics my main interests are politics, history, and sociology. I also love science and learning about new discoveries but...

...year at Brown University. I am obtaining a BA in both Psychology and Literary Arts and absolutely love my multidisciplinary coursework. This summer, I am looking for opportunities to tutor children and teens to help them develop a love of learning. I have been working with children since I started high school, first as a volunteer teacher's aid in local elementary schools with kindergarten and first graders. I later volunteered for two years and then...

...impact the next generation positively. In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for me to continue inspiring students and fostering a love...