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Benjamin: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...at Duke University in Durham, NC. 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...
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Duke University - Bachelor of Science, Evolutionary Anthropology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
David: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...of Pennsylvania with a BA in Philosophy and German. This course of study has motivated me to pursue an MA in German and continental philosophy. While this area is fascinating in itself, I am very thankful for my philosophical education because it has also sowed within me a deep commitment to teaching, teaching that aims not only for understanding, but also for creating and encouraging interest in specific topics and in learning itself. While I...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 33
Christopher: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...of two kinds: a method used for language-learning and a method used for history. Both are relatively straightforward. For language study I follow the usual method of most classicists, focus on syntax and clause structure--in particular I find that understanding the clause structure of any language, ancient or modern, analytic or synthetic, is crucial in intuitively understanding the meaning of a sentence. In history I try to help students understand the "historical method" as easily...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Classics
Tessa: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...at Yale University, with a prospective double major in Mathematics and History. I strive to bring students toward their lightbulb moments not by repeating facts until they're drilled in, but by helping my students understand precisely why the laws of science, the rules of grammar, and the events of history are the way they are, and by lifting the curtain on the intricacies of the subject matter. I believe that learning is, and ought to...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics and History
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Jimi: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...be glad you chose me as your tutor! I have a long history of academic success in high school and college and I want to help you achieve the same. Check out my excellent scores on the SAT and SAT subject tests, including a perfect score on Math II. I'm friendly, flexible, and always put students' and families' needs first. I also know a lot about teaching, due to my background in ESL teaching, educational...
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George Washington University - Bachelors, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 790
Kendall: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...in Houston, TX with a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in the Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality, and a minor in Poverty, Justice, and Human Capabilities. I was also pre-med and took all the prerequisite courses as well as the MCAT. Before college, I graduated from Hopkins School in New Haven, CT where I took a number of AP and honors classes and completed a senior project in creative writing. Because of my diverse...
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Glen: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...Gettysburg College with a B.A. in English and Theatre, SUNY Stony Brook with a M.F.A. in Dramaturgy and Dowling College with a M.S. in Secondary English. I spend 11 years as Associate Artistic Director for a Long Island based theatre company as well as Adjunct Assistant Professor at Dowling College in the Theatre Department. I have a passion for English literature as well as its historical implications. As a creative professional in both theatrical endeavors...
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Gettysburg College - Bachelor in Arts, English and Theatre
Stony Brook University - Master of Fine Arts, Dramaturgy
John: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...to improve any performance. I also have an advanced math aptitude that I put to use in business analysis, problem-solving (for fun!) and tutoring middle- and high-school students. I have tutored all subjects and strategies for ACT and SAT test prep. I am also the parent of teenagers (boy and girl), who have helped me understand the value of patience and encouragement when tackling high school studies and tests. My personal interests include sports, movies,...
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Yale University - Bachelor in Arts, Literature
Tamu: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...Speech and Language Therapy assistant for over 15 years. Throughout this time I have worked with both regular and special needs children in helping them improve their communication needs. This includes social language as well as verbal and written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning...
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Temple University - Bachelors, Speech, Language & Hearing
Eric: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...essays, a knowledge of grammar, and other linguistic elements such as phonetics to help with teaching pronunciation. Professionally, I've been an English educator for the past 6 years, teaching everything from beginning ESL to college-level argumentative writing. My students have ranged in age from middle school students to adults. My credentials include being a certified ESL instructor, a trained and experienced middle/high school language arts professional, and an adjunct professor of writing at Southern Connecticut...
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Plymouth State University - Bachelors, Philosophy
Boston University - Masters, Theology
GRE Verbal: 164
Chris: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...with joy or fondness. It's hard to accept that a single number, derived from hasty answers to abstract questions, can play such a huge role in your future. My own experience as test-taker and test-teacher has convinced me that as a tool for evaluating students, standardized testing has its share of flaws. But the tests aren't unfair or unbeatable; they challenge you to learn a specific language. I don't mean the fancy vocabulary you'll want...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Jacob: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...Wesleyan University, where I received a Bachelors of Arts in Biology and Music in the spring of 2015. Since graduation, I have participated in science research internships while also preparing to take the GRE and attend a doctoral program in the biological sciences. In the summer of 2015, I participated in behavioral research on chimpanzees, and am now assisting with the skeletal archives at the American Museum of Natural History. I have had experience teaching...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Music and Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 740
Alexander: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...University, living in Morningside Heights. I've got six years of teaching/tutoring experience, working with kids K-12. I've mostly helped students with mathematics (middle-school level through SAT prep), computer science (introductory web development and object-oriented programming), and English-Language Arts (reading comprehension with students grades 1-4). I've worked in environments ranging from a charter school in the South Bronx to a prep school in Connecticut. In mathematics in particular I have strong experience working with students who...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Stefanie : Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...with a variety of needs (Autism, hearing impairment, deafness, ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, etc.). When I tutor, I focus on trying to get the child to gain confidence in themselves. If they cannot figure out the problem, I will try and help them learn process of elimination. Furthermore, I have tutored in a variety of different styles depending on the needs of the student. Currently, I am CPR, AED, Epi Pen,and Child Safety certified.
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Hofstra University - Bachelor in Arts, Speech Lanuage Hearing Sciences
Elizabeth: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...with more than 25 years of teaching and tutoring experience! I have taught all ages, pre-school thru college, in Math, Music, English, History, and Foreign Language (French, Spanish, Italian and German). I have experience in both public and private schools and in a variety of curricula: Everyday and Singapore Math, Reading and Writing Workshop among others. I love helping with test prep; SAT, ISEE, SSAT. My students have increased confidence and scores, and have gained...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Jennifer: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...and New York University (PhD program). My subjects include reading, writing, and literature. If you are looking for a tutor because you are taking a standardized test such as the GRE, GMAT, or SAT, I can help you with the verbal sections and with general test-taking strategies. I see helping a student reach his or her goal on any test as my own opportunity and puzzle to solve, and I enjoy the challenge.
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St. Joseph's College - Bachelors, English
Melissa: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...much as I enjoy learning. My credentials include a Masters Degree in Elementary and Special Education, a Bachelors Degree in Behavioral Science (Psychology), Dual Pennsylvania Teaching Certification (Elementary and Special Education), and Brain Injury Specialist Certification from the Brain Injury Association of America. I have 4 years of formal teaching experience and 10 years of experience in positions that require excellent interpersonal skills (healthcare, psychology and education). I have enjoyed the opportunity to teach diverse...
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Saint Joseph's University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Saint Joseph's University - Master of Science, Dual Elementary and Special Education
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Asha: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...year of professional, full-time teaching and have a passion for helping others academically! Education is a major key to success so that students may critically think, problem solve, and learn how to be independent learners. I make it my goal to show students just how what they're learning does relate to real life, by pulling on what they already know, and building on top of that. I have an undergraduate degree in French language from...
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Northern Illinois University - Bachelor in Arts, French
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - Master of Arts, TESOL
Jessica: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...Arts in both Child Development and French from Tufts University. During my time at Tufts, I also taught in Boston-area preschools, supporting early literacy, numeracy, and social skill development through the Jumpstart program. After graduating, I stayed in Boston and tutored 9th-12th graders in a wide range of subjects while earning my teaching license. After that, I taught 3rd and 4th grade where my students earned best in state scores on their end of year...
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Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Child Development, French
Simmons School of Library and Information Science - Masters, Children's Literature, Library and Information Science
GRE Verbal: 163
Daniel: Bridgeport Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Bridgeport, CT
...Dan. I just recently graduated from Boston University with a journalism degree and I'm currently working for a small publishing house in Manhattan which is great. I love tutoring in all subjects. I really think that once students have the drive to do well in school everything else will come into place. I was a tutor in high school and now I'm getting back into it. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Journalism/History
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