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Michael: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
..."teach a student to fish and they possess improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the student to develop a...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36

Jesse: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...English, history and philosophy). I wrote my senior honors thesis on the 1980 Berber Spring in Algeria and 2011 Libyan Revolution. During a semester abroad in Paris, I tutored elementary school children as an English language assistant. While at Wesleyan, I also worked as an ESL instructor, tutoring a Moroccan immigrant and helping him to gain citizenship and employment. Education has given me the opportunity to find what I am passionate about, and I hope...
Education & Certification
Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, French & College of Letters (History/English/Philosophy)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 780

Kevin: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...My greatest tutoring experience came as a Teacher's Aide on Long Island where I worked one-on-one with students who needed a little extra attention in certain subject areas. I am comfortable teaching a number of subjects at a number of different levels, but my absolute favorite subjects are Physics, Chemistry, Math and Biomedical Engineering. The basic sciences are always the most interesting because they govern the behavior of the world around us and it still...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
University of Pittsburgh - Master of Science, Bioengineering

Jillian: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...ACT, and several AP exams, and I am a recipient of an award from the French Department at NYU. I first became passionate about tutoring in high school, when I would assist other students in mathematics. I also have experience working with elementary school students in a bilingual New York City public school. One of the aspects of tutoring that I always look forward to is when students are able to confidently join their peers....
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics and Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 36

Allison: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...wedding dances to private couples. I am also a freelance writer and am working on learning a fourth language, Spanish. In my observation, languages and writing skills are poorly taught in many schools, leaving students frustrated and unprepared for further learning. The improvement I see in my students, however, is immensely rewarding. With a little guidance, everyone has the ability not only to boost their test scores, but also to set themselves up for a...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English and French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730

Ellis: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...States) and a former practicing attorney and law professor. I have helped students to prepare for the LSAT and to draft the Personal Statement required by law schools. I was a Modern Languages major in college which has proved invaluable in tutoring ESL which I have done for several years as a volunteer for several CT libraries. And, finally, I am the author of several books published by prestigious companies, including Commerce Clearing House and...
Education & Certification
Trinity College Hartford CT - Bachelors, Modern Languages
University of Pennsylvania School of Law - PHD, Law

David: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...to delivering information for education purposes, I feel that I am on par with the education greats. I maintain high standards and expect my students to exceed my standards. I believe education is important, and with proper guidance all individuals can succeed. Outside of tutoring, I am a high school mathematics teacher. I have been teaching for roughly 9 years (4 years college, 5 years high school). At the high school level I have taught...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, Information Systems and Mathematics
Virginia Commonwealth University - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction

Rachel: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...am a college English professor at Suffolk County Community College , and have been tutoring students of all ages in English, math, and history for ten years. I experience joy every time I can help a struggling student understand, or even enjoy a subject. I am very experienced in tailoring lessons to meet an individual's needs, so no matter what your issue is, we can figure out how to solve it together! I look forward...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelors, English
Hofstra University - Masters, English and Creative Writing
GRE Verbal: 165

Alexander: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...out my help for guidance and direction. Because of my education and background, I believe that I have the capabilities in spreading my philosophy on keeping ones own finances in order and directing people to invest in a better future. I also want to pursue personal accounting for kids and adults who still feel as though they require more time and better focus into the subject. Currently I am a substitute teacher within the Northern...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona - Bachelors, Mathematics
Caldwell University - Current Grad Student, Teacher Certification

Shejla: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...for pre-K/K children and I still serve as volunteer for science-themed festivals and exhibits. I currently tutor a vast range of courses through Varsity Tutors such as: Algebra and Geometry classes, Mathematics, ACT Science, General, Analytical and Inorganic Chemistry, Biochemistry, General Biology, CLEP Pre-Calculus and CLEP Calculus, History of Science, Homework Assistance, Test Prep and many more. So far, the experience has been fun and so rewarding. It is refreshing to work with a variety...
Education & Certification
Sarah Lawrence College - Bachelors, Chemistry

Ken: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...Applied Mathematics at Columbia University and my BS in Mathematics at New York University. Throughout college and graduate school, I have tutored students from a multitude of backgrounds and helped them along their journey to academic success. Each student has their own path of least resistance, and helping them find the best way to understand a particular subject paves the way for future excellence in all areas of learning. When I'm not working with students,...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Math: 36
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800

Alicia: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...has been a passion of mine since I was in Junior High School. I am confident that I can help others in the best ways possible, getting them through all of their confusion because I know how frustrating it can be. For the future, I am hoping to start Medical School, pursing a career in Medicine, specifically becoming a Pediatrician because I believe in making a difference in children lives because a great future comes...
Education & Certification
CUNY College of Staten Island - Bachelors, Biology/Sciences
CUNY College of Staten Island - Current Grad Student, Biotechnology/Biology

Alexander: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...in a small Oregon town where I thought I would never do anything exciting--but my education has led me all around the world. I've studied drama in South Africa and Shakespeare in Oxford. I love going new places, encountering other cultures, and--yes--trying new foods. I'm a huge baseball fan and I love games of all kinds--Settlers of Catan is a favorite. I love novels and movies; sci-fi and fantasy are my favorites.
Education & Certification
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor in Arts, English: Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
SAT Verbal: 790
GRE Verbal: 170

Benedetto: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...to memorize and the most conceptual understanding, so that you will not forget everything a year later or blank out during an exam. This is the learning approach I used as an engineer in Italy, as an MBA student at CUNY, and in my PhD coursework at Cornell University. Also, it is the same approach I successfully shared as a teacher with math students of the Bronx Community College and Operations Management students of Baruch...
Education & Certification
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College - Masters in Business Administration, Decision Sciences
Cornell University - Masters, Management

Lee: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...them become motivated to pursue their academic betterment independently, encouraging them to embrace education as an opportunity for personal growth and empowerment. I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a B.A. in English. I predominantly tutor reading comprehension and writing skills, in addition to providing essay planning and editing help for all subjects and grade levels. I can also provide homework help and studying for various subjects (literature, history, social studies, social sciences, psychology, religious...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, English

Dustin: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...experience tutoring both adults and gifted adolescents; while I am capable of tutoring a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing, History, and Literature. I believe in the intellectual potential of every student, and have observed that a great many obstacles in a student's educational journey can be overcome through a personal and case-by-case approach on the part of the teacher or tutor. I also believe that early educational success is...
Education & Certification
Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Civilization, Honors
CUNY Queens College - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing - Fiction
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 35

Austin: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...I've spent years trying to force this love into gum snapping high school students, and when I see that spark of awareness that some of us get from reading great books, it makes up for all the swings and misses on students who just want to get the grade and get out the door. Even if you think reading is something to do only when the power goes out, I can help you find something...
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Arts, Teaching of English

Brady: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...most notable instructors and practitioners in the field. My interest in philosophy and first-order logic led me to undertake the LSAT as a personal challenge. My first attempt put me in the 97th percentile, and I've continued to study and refine my test-taking methods, treating LSAT questions like my daily crossword puzzle. I believe that learning is a process of mastering tiny skills that cumulatively add up to a grasp and control on the big...
Education & Certification
University of New Orleans - Bachelors, English
LSAT: 169

Lauren: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...and received an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Goucher College. My career has centered on education: I taught undergraduates and graduate students in the creative writing department at Johns Hopkins for two years. I then taught essay and academic writing at George Washington University for seven years. During that time, I combined my writing with my love of travel by backpacking through Europe, the Middle East, and Asia and writing about my adventures. I am...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Johns Hopkins - Master of Arts, Nonfiction Writing

Jeremy: Greenwich ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Greenwich, CT
...Through time management, a hunger for knowledge, and a plan of attack, anything is possible. I have extensive training as an actor, musician, and dancer and have performed on and off Broadway in numerous shows. I use the skills and knowledge I have honed as a performer to help shape the narrative of each lesson and present information in a fun, memorable, and effective way. I love having the ability to help shape the future...one...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Musical Theatre
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