Award-Winning Middle School Math Tutors for Students in West Haven, CT

...have been a tutor for many years. I have my Bachelors in Mathematics, my Masters in Math Secondary Education, and teach at a local urban high school. I love teaching, especially math and SAT Prep. I feel like those subjects cause the most anxiety, and my job is to undo the stigma of difficulty surrounding...

...and consumer insights student passionate about economics, Spanish language, English, and mathematics. I grew up in a public school in New York state taking regents exams therefore I'm very familiar with standardized state testing. I am a self-taught Spanish speaker who loves languages and loves learning. I'm also very passionate about hiking, photography, business ethics,...

...light - while I may be smart in certain aspects, I don't know everything, and I will never carry myself as if I do know everything. My objective is to share my knowledge in a way that is understood, and in a way that is fun. One of my favorite things to see is the...

...my talents within the classroom atmosphere. While still in my undergraduate college, I gained employment as a Behavioral Interventionist for the Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) Alternative school. I have learned through this experience how to interact and connect with challenging students, how to engage in conversation with them and how to work on their...

...I also learned the AP's grammatical style guides inside and out, though remain a devotee of the Oxford comma. While most of my work in tutoring specifically has been with middle and high school-age students, I've also worked with younger students as a summer camp counselor and a teaching assistant. I've also got a strong...

...Psychology with Neuroscience as a minor. I have previously tutored high school students while in Rochester in a wide variety of subjects. I am most interested in Mathematics as that as always been my strongest point. I believe that a tutor should be a compass that guides the student. I also believe that tutoring should...

...up, I was always curious about how things worked- from cars & planes to structures and computers. I therefore decided to pursue (and graduated with) a degree in Engineering at UCONN in Connecticut. I currently tutor middle school math, algebra, k-12 english, writing, and essay editing. Even as an engineer, my favorite subject to tutor...

...While I tutor many subjects, I am most passionate about Earth Science and writing. I find learning fun and interesting, especially if it is approached in ways that are tangible for students and involve thinking outside of the classroom. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, reading, writing, fitness (I compete in powerlifting), and spending...

I enjoy helping people reach their potential. If you're struggling in a class, there's probably a good reason. It may take some work, but I'm confident that I can help you succeed.

...in Finance What degree(s) are you working toward? M.S in Engineering What is your favorite subject(s) to tutor and why? I love tutoring math, science and history! How would you describe your teaching philosophy/your tutoring style? I'm a big believer in the Socratic Method and allowing the student to realize the answer through curiosity. What interests...

...(both standardized and otherwise) can be tricky and decrease students' faith in themselves, I am certain that, with a little confidence boost, any student can make great strides with their coursework. As a teacher, I offer patience, humor, and brevity. I have enjoyed the time I've spent getting students to become engaged, excited, and proud...

...University. Both subjects, especially physics, require a high-level math understanding. Most importantly, the require one to be very confident in all previous math learned for a strong foundation to build upon for new concepts. I have always been told by teachers that my submitted explanations for problems done in their class were neat and easy...

I am passionate about literature and writing; I have been teaching in a classroom for the last eight years and would like to extend my expertise by helping students one on one. ... I believe that students learn best through modeling, guided practice, and independent practice. I personally believe that students are more successful when they take responsibility for their learning.

...in their academic studies. I am dedicated to helping students discover their strengths in learning and apply them to areas of difficulty. I work well with all age groups and can easily adapt my tutoring style to each students' age and educational needs. I guide all my students with patience and encouragement and teach through...

...Composition, Biology, BC Calculus, and US Government and Politics. In high school I was also a TA for an AP government and politics class where I helped students with their work in class. At Grand Valley I tutored a young boy in reading for two years, grades 3-5. He was uninterested in the things they...

...provide detailed feedback on college essays focusing on higher and lower order concerns. I enjoy helping students overcome any obstacles they may face in reading and writing and ultimately foster a love for both. Building students' confidence in literacy helps them reach their academic goals and is vital to living successful lives. With over ten...

...attentive to each student’s unique learning style and speed. In order for them to focus beyond rote memorization, I encouraged students to ask each other questions and apply the concepts to real-word scenarios. In addition, working as an advisor at my university's Career Center during my final semester exposed me to a variety of students...

...to review the prior and old material to fill in the gaps and then teach the new material. Since July 1992, I have enjoyed carrying out my responsibilities as a math educator. I enjoy working with children who need more guidance than those typically found in a traditional classroom. I have the ability to connect...

...lot of different age groups all around the world. As someone who struggled in school as a young student, I understand the stress and anxieties many students face and I want to create a fun, low-pressure learning environment where their needs are being met. Whatever your child needs help with, I am here for them...

...to tutor are Music, English, and Reading/Writing Skills, but I am capable of tutoring various Historical subjects, Math, and Science as well. As a teacher, I choose to construct my lessons so that they are student centered. Each of us learns differently, and we each have our own unique virtues and vices as learners. Above...