Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors serving Greenwich, CT

...Dartmouth I was both a tutor and a study group leader for classes in Micro- and Macroeconomics. I also helped a number of my peers in high school with college essays and interview prep. In school I got high scores on a number of AP exams, including European and American History, English Literature, Spanish, and Biology. I started doing standardized test prep by helping my younger sister study for both the PSAT and SAT on...

...ailing person pity good utterance not understood It is worthy to be a wise person than a foolish ashamed. Until then, I had been looking at this boy with pity, worry, and an inexplicable sense of shame and guilt; therefore, it was an extremely humbling moment for me to realize that I had so completely underestimated his capacity for such profound and beautiful words. I quickly realized that I was just as guilty of the...

...middle and high school students in math, science, and engineering topics. I have also tutored extensively in the San Antonio area (which is my hometown!). I emphasize understanding any material from multiple perspectives, which results in a sophisticated mastery of the content and allows students to feel comfortable with what they are learning, both in tutoring sessions and in the classroom. Whenever I tutor for test prep, my philosophy is to teach the material that...

...undergraduate calculus. Currently, I volunteer with the Leadership Institute at Harvard College (LIHC) as part of its Social Outreach Committee. This work involves teaching a weekly course called "Fundamentals of Leadership" to a class of middle school students. Overall, I have found my experiences tutoring math to be the most rewarding. In all of these experiences, I have found it is helpful for students to work with someone relatively close to their own age. As...

...a recent Columbia grad majoring in economics and film who's passionate about bringing the exciting classroom experience to the online learning format. I love economics and all the math behind it as well as the visual language of film and the humanistic touch of it. I believe in expanding the students' world by teaching not only facts and theories but the implication behind them in addition to sufficient application practice. I want the students to...

...of 2014, I will be the resident of Radiological Physics at Columbia University. My previous education includes a Masters of Medical Physics from Columbia and a B.S. in both Biophysics and Physiological Sciences from UCLA. I have been a tutor of K-12 Maths and Sciences for several years for both groups and individuals. My tutoring style tends not towards lecturing, but rather jointly delving into complex problems with students. Rather than merely arriving the answer,...

...areas they don't feel as comfortable and eventually gain the confidence to take any test with ease and certainty. I am lucky to help students grow and flourish in many subjects and I enjoy working both with students who just need a little extra practice to students who are struggling in classes. Practice makes perfect and I utilize a mix of explaining difficult concepts and working through practice problems to help my students understand the...

...tutoring all of my subjects, but my favorite would have to be psychology, as it is my major and I am personally interested in it. I have been tutoring for the past three years and have found it extremely rewarding for both my students and myself. I am passionate about helping students because for me, there is nothing better than being interested in learning. To be able to encourage another person's education experience is an...

...the skills translate well to tutoring when complemented with my passion for history, English, writing, philosophy, and persuasive argumentation. In the tradition of philosophy, I feel tutoring is most effective using a Socratic dialogue approach, asking the right questions to guide the student to understanding. During my free time, I enjoy traveling, calisthenics, soccer, guitar and live music, reading history and science fiction, and keeping in touch with friends. I plan on attending law school...

...avid Netflixer, and an avid pursuer of physics articles. These things occupy a good half of my day. But I am a hiker, a Boy Scout forever, and a amateur looker at of art, but usually that evolves into me just saying wow that's pretty. Lastly, how I teach. My teaching philosophy falls under one old quote that I like to use in both my personal life and when I teach. "You have only mastered...

...am a recent graduate from the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) who majored in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and minored in Computer Science. I have past experience tutoring and teaching students, such as a Teaching Assistant position for two summer programs at Penn in an Introduction to Engineering laboratory course. I have had additional teaching experience in two local Philadelphia high schools in various science subjects. In the recent months, I have been tutoring various middle...

...am an incoming, second year Physics student at Tufts University. I have strong math and science skills, and experience instructing people of all ages from three seasons of professional ski instructing. I am excited to work with students looking to gain a deeper and clearer understanding of math and physics. Together we will practice analytical, problem solving skills and become more proficient in applying math to all kinds of problems in an effective, intentional way.

...name is Jaf. I've been tutoring students of all ages all over Long Island for over 25 years. Math is something I really enjoy teaching, and am very passionate about. I make sure that my students know and understand the basics and fundamentals of what they are learning, making sure they are confident with all they are learning in school. I'm easy going, easy to work with, and always have good relationships with my students,...

I'm a dedicated and hard working student studying mechanical engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. My academic passions include mathematics, physics, biology, and history. Outside of academics I love exercising, and playing sports. I enjoy tutoring because I can see myself and the client improving.

...a data scientist and tutor with a background in mathematics, economics, and applied data science. I've worked with students ranging from middle school through graduate-level, helping them build confidence in math, statistics, coding, and analytical thinking. I bring a clear, engaging teaching style grounded in real-world applications, whether it's solving algebra problems or diving into Python and SQL. I've also worked with organizations like the American Red Cross and the United Nations, applying data science...

...in education as a middle school History teacher. From there I went back to school (Jersey City University) to get my Masters degree in Special Education and became a special education teacher. After working for several years as a special education teacher I decided to pursue my Masters of Arts degree in school administration. Since enrolling in and completing the graduate program I have had the opportunity to work in several leadership roles in public...

...over 3 years, during which I have taught students in all K-12 grade levels, prepared high-scoring SAT candidates, and further worked with Mathnasium for a year. I love teaching Mathematics and preparing young adults for the SAT, as these subjects challenged me growing up, and I adore sharing my philosophy for learning the key concepts in these subjects/examinations. I believe in driving students towards independent learning and making them able to apply their knowledge in...

...tutoring is the ability to cater lessons to each student's individual learning style. Everyone processes information differently and the teacher's first and most important job is helping students work that out. I adapt my lesson plans depending upon the student. For example with students who are visual learners, I utilize images to help them understand the subject material. I also strive to make every session interesting and enjoyable for the student; an engaged learner is...

...am a rising senior at Columbia University, majoring in chemistry on the pre-med track. I have been an organic chemistry lab and general chemistry lab TA for the past 4 semesters, and will continue into my senior year. I enjoy working with students of all ages in different academic materials. I also have experience teaching dance to younger children in my home town. When I'm not studying, I enjoy dancing, playing piano, and exploring new...

...your needs. I have been a tutor for 10 years now. I started off by tutoring middle school students in math and science, but through college and medical school I have grown in my skills and now tutor in many different subjects. After taking multiple standardized exams: SAT, MCAT, STEP 1 USMLE, and Step 2 USMLE Board exam and passing them I am very comfortable to say I will help you surpass your standardized test...