Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Norwalk, CT

...the face of adversity. I believe that the gates of large goals are lined with small accomplishments (Heath and Heath, 2010), and I require students to take ownership of their daily learning through consistent collaboration and continuous assessment. I create lessons that are reachable, specific and incorporate cross-curricular extended opportunities and technology-based instruction, to increase student engagement. There is definitely autonomy through accountability and students should be responsible for taking assessments and using their performance...

...well as a creative writing class. The funny part is that while I always enjoyed writing and had a passion for it, I was never very good. I had my problems with my own writing and certainly not, at first, qualified to tutor anyone else in it. In fact, my first creative writing class I took at Middlebury, my professor told me that writing was not my strong suit. I was discouraged. Frustrated, even. But...

...both my MA in TESOL and my Advanced Certificate in Administration and Supervision from Hunter College. After graduating Towson, I wanted to find a job in business, but after living in Rome, Italy, and tutoring English I felt the call to become a teacher. Even now, I hold a NYS School Building Leader license but choose not to pursue a job as principal because I love teaching too much! The relationships I build with my...

...of preparation, a long trip is to be expected, but there is nothing like the excitement when you are in the moment and the pay-off at the end of the day is priceless. As a teacher, I bring interest, wonderment, and a sense of accomplishment to the students. Positive behavior support is at the foundation for all of my lessons. I feel that the students deserve to know when they are mastering a skill as...

...Health. I am a native Spanish speaker and love helping others to learn one of the world's most popular language with about 470 million speakers! Learning another language is one of the most valuable skills a person can have and it gives you an advantage in the workforce. I have been tutoring my peers for a long time and I understand the hardships someone has when learning a new language. However, with the proper guidance...

...both children and adults, have taught me the importance of creativity and personalizing session. I am dedicated to motivate each student to reach his/her personal goals, and adapt to each students interests through the learning process. I have 6 years of experience working children in the special education setting. I previously worked as in teacher assistant in both the preschool and elementary school. My duties included monitoring classroom, preparing activities, encouraging the growth of ADL...

...math". I say they are wrong. It is my firm belief that anyone can become competent in math, just as anyone can learn how to drive. True, some are better than others and some pick it up quicker than others, but everyone can do it. It just takes someone to help guide you through its complexities. It takes someone who will take the time to identify the blockage points and allow understanding to come. There...

...statement. "I am the climate of my classroom." In practice, I hold it true as I make a promise on day one that my students will always have sunny weather and clear skies in our classroom be it virtual or in person. Knowing that the tone of our classroom starts and ends with my platform manner, my kindness, and my empathy has set my own personal code as an educator. Each of my students is...

...and test-taking doesn't have to be tedious. In addition to tutoring, I also teach drama, sing, and play piano. I am always seeking out new ways to reach my students and get them excited in the learning process-- no boring textbook readings here! I received my B.A. from Macaulay Honors College at Queens with Highest Honors in English/ Drama. I was also awarded the Robert Greenberg Memorial Prize for best performance in the English Honors...

...have found that I enjoy helping others succeed, and that is my goal for all of my students! I have aided both middle and high school students with subjects like math and English, and love to see the results when they get a higher grade than they thought was possible. I believe students are capable of whatever they want to achieve, and I would like to help them get one step closer to their goals....

...of Georgetown University where I majored in biology. Aside from biology, I took a rigorous course load that included other sciences (chemistry and physics), psychology, and philosophy/ethics. I started tutoring when I was just a sophomore in high school! I'm passionate about helping students reach their full potential through personalized lesson plans with a special focus on weaknesses. I also help students set goals and make concrete plans to achieve them, as well as develop...

I am a hard-working, responsible, and friendly student with a strong passion to pursue a career in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I believe that to be an effective mentor you must have a desire to assist children in the learning process and this is one quality which I feel I definitely possess. I look forward to working with you!

...York City Department of Education for 14 years as a special education teacher in a K-5 school in a collaborative setting, a self-contained setting and a resource room setting. I retired in July of 2020 and want to continue helping students succeed in the classroom as an online tutor by giving them the confidence and skills that they need to succeed. I enjoy teaching reading including phonics and reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary and writing. I...

I am a humanitarian at worst and a leader in changing students lives always doing my best. I believe all students deserve to have the tools necessary to grow academically and personally.

...City. I grew up in Rhode Island, and went to college in Pennsylvania. I love to read and write, and I am passionate about passing my love of literature on to my students. I am also passionate about giving them the skills necessary to think critically about the world. I want to push my students to solve complex problems, and never settle for less than their potential. I love to tutor students who may need...

...experience. I hold both a Masters and a Bachelor degree. Tutoring can make a huge difference not only to a student's results but to their attitude towards school. In my over six years of tutoring experience, I've helped dozens of students improve their grades, complete stellar college essays and personal statements, pass TOEFL tests, improve their reading and writing skills, comprehension, and ignite their passion for learning. It truly is astounding to witness what students...

I am a student at Columbia University in New York, studying Computer Science and Biochemistry. I offer person-centered learning approaches in the subjects of ACT prep, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Spanish, English, Writing, Psychology and other areas. Outside of school, I enjoy reviewing films and novels, conducting biomedical research, exercising, and writing.

Hello! Nice to meet you! I am a current NYU undergraduate student. My absolute favorite subject growing up was mathematics, and I've been teaching math and biology to elementary and middle school students in a local tutorial since I was a high schooler. I hope to help young students excel in their academic endeavors since they are the future of what is to come in this world!

As a dedicated tutor of experience in various subjects, I am committed to fostering academic growth, instilling confidence, and igniting a passion for learning in every student I encounter. My approach to tutoring is rooted in a deep understanding of subject matter coupled with a personalized teaching style tailored to meet individual needs and objectives.

...main approach through teaching is genuine connection. Through authentic relationship building, I am able to meet you half way and beyond to make sure your academic needs are being met. My journey to becoming a New York teacher/tutor was not linear and I have life experience to offer outside of the classroom that I would be more than willing to share. I understand the complex needs of students and aim to ensure that all of...