Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Connecticut

...of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor's of Arts in European Studies, with a focus on history, literature and philosophy, specifically 20th century history and colonial studies. I also spent a semester abroad in France and went on to work there for several months. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively throughout Europe and am currently working several part-time jobs in New Haven with hopes of pursuing a career in urban development. I am passionate...

I am looking to tutor students of any age in all English related areas and most music courses and content. I love to share my knowledge with others, and I wish to do that with the students I may reach through Varsity Tutors.

I am an avid reader and love to learn. I went to college and law school in Maryland but found that my true passion was teaching. I have tutored students at all levels and even speak a little Spanish! I cannot wait to get started helping others and showing them that learning, if you have the right mindset, can be invaluable and also really fun!

...and certified ESL instructor. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts from The New School in New York City (Class of 2010) and have since published articles in newspapers and magazines in my native Connecticut. I received my TESOL certificate from Oxford Seminars in 2011 and have tutored ESL students of all ages and from all over the world in Los Angeles, CA, Naples, FL, and at the University of Bridgeport and...

...Science have to do with Reading Comprehension, or Business in general? That is a fair question and it deserves an answer. The degree in Fabric Science required participation in English Literature. Art History, Physics, Chemistry and Calculus. I found that I absolutely loved and excelled in both reading and analyzing English Literature. My grades were such that I qualified to serve as an English and Physics tutor at the collegiate level. I successfully tutored several students...

...next great American novel! Literature is how people share ideas and stories in fresh ways, and there are always new things to notice in even the oldest readings. And of course, writing is perhaps the most precise and sometimes personal way to communicate. The world needs good writers in all fields. I want to help students become the best readers and writers they can be, so that there are only open doors for them looking...

...lessons to focus on having students use higher-level thinking skills in order to become better at analyzing, creating, and evaluating both other's texts and their own. I also believe in scaffolding to help students gradually become independent learners so that they can feel not only supported while they learn a new skill or concept, but also like they can demonstrate their knowledge of that skill or concept. I have experience with teaching a diverse inclusion...

I'm a 22-year old student in Connecticut dedicated to studying languages and teaching them.

...In addition to my teacher training, I am a writer, actor and performer, possessing excellent skills in communication and being in front of small or large groups of people. I have a burgeoning writing career, writing for various websites and working on a blog and novel. I achieve amazing satisfaction from inspiring others to learn and communicate. Overall, I enjoy the creative elements of teaching and using the student's interests to drive a passion and...

...in the state of Connecticut, with a background in teaching a variety of subjects. I enjoy teaching and always take a patient, understanding approach as I help my students develop their abilities. My credentials include a B.A. from Columbia University in the City of New York, a master's degree from Yale University, and licenses to teach general education and special education. When not teaching, I play several instruments and enjoy any kind of live music.

Hello, I'm Jeff. I'm a professional educator with 22 years of teaching experience. My main expertise is writing and communication, but I am well versed in all aspects of English/Language Arts. I look forward to helping you and your child!

I'm a senior at CCSU with a Media Studies major and Creative Writing minor. I love reading, writing, history, psychology, and language in general!

...education was supposed to do! I quickly understood what they meant. My whole life I've been a good student. I've taken challenging courses, studied, and tried my best. But getting good grades isn't the only thing that matters in life: it's applying intelligence to every situation that will carry you through life. This is what I teach and believe: how to use what you learn to help you succeed. I open minds, guiding people to...

I have tutored students for the GMAT, GRE, SAT, ACT and LSAT for more than 15 years. I love it! As I tailor my instructions toward the unique needs of each student, my goal is to improve not only the student's performance but also the student's confidence as test day approaches.

...student at Assumption College pursuing a degree in English with a concentration in Literature and a minor in Psychology. During the academic year, I am employed as a certified writing tutor at Assumption College's Academic Support Center, and I continue my efforts in the summertime as an ESL assistant teacher for adult immigrants in Hartford, CT. Studying literature in Galway, Ireland and gaining travel experience in Europe has fueled my passion for language and culture,...

...I am TEFL certified and have taught ESL for all age groups and levels. In addition to English, I have tutored GED studies (social studies and sciences), and K-12 general studies with a focus on history and language arts. My career as an educator and tutor oftentimes overlaps with a personal drive for understanding the world we live in. My educational background includes international law at Leiden University in the Netherlands, Bridge to Business pre-MBA...

...work I tutor in writing varies vastly, spanning from helping students brainstorm a short-length research paper to manuscript consultation for students enrolled in intermediate creative writing courses. In sum, I find complementing creative practice with critical analysis ideally fosters intellectual growth. I encourage creative thinking (as well as writing) and a positive attitude to ensure students flourish. In my free time, I'm an avid creative writer, Game of Thrones enthusiast, and all-around fangirl. My specializations...

...where I helped Vietnamese students prepare to apply to boarding schools and colleges in the U.S. I served as a teaching assistant for English and test-prep classes, from intermediate and advanced writing to SAT classes, TOEFL tutoring, and college essay consultations. It was a joy to put my ESL training to use and to learn how to identify talent in a student and make sure that individuality is manifest on the page. I have a...

...non-for-profit called the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB), we worked to increase literacy practice within Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) classrooms. I was also Teacher Leadership Team (TLT) during my first year being recognized as a leader in my school. After then being assigned to the county wide leadership team to standardize lesson plans in the district and assist in Professional Development (PD) for teachers to utilize technology in the classroom while maintaining high standards...

...Central Connecticut State University's English B.A. program. While I haven't tutored before Varsity Tutors, I spent much of my time at school peer-editing, teaching music in a cappella rehearsals, and helping friends and classmates with their academic issues. I am a firm believer that an English tutor is not there to tell their student how to understand the text or make essay edits for them, but to provide them with the tools and background information...