Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Norwalk, CT

...been passionate about language and literacy. In recent years, however, I've also been working more and more on privately tutoring Language Arts, Humanities, and Test Prep (SAT, AP, TOEFL) with students at the middle and high school level. I love the challenge of tailoring my lessons to an individual student's needs, and the rewarding process of helping a student find the specific approach and skill set that works for him or her. I think it's...

...I have experience tutoring academic writing for a broad range of subject matter and in academic coaching. I find academic coaching and writing tutoring to be fulfilling as these skills will help students as they move forward to any subject material or level of learning. I aspire to a personalized tutoring approach, appreciating that each student has their own unique way of learning. My goal will be to get to know you as a person...

I recently graduated magna cum laude with a degree in theater from Barnard College, Columbia University. I love meeting new people, figuring out complex problems, and helping others discover exciting ideas. I believe that clear communication and approachability are essential when tutoring. Learning is a journey, and I am excited to help you on yours!... First, I like to get to know my student: where they're struggling, what they're passionate about, and what resources they're currently...

...University. I am studying computer science in the College of Engineering. I have been tutoring in all subjects since 9th grade, mostly computer science and mathematics and SAT. My teaching philosophy is based on hands-on learning, and the motto of 'practice makes perfection'. The more you face the problem head on and break it into smaller pieces, the easier the problem becomes to solve. In my spare time, I like to go outside on runs...

...must do. To that end, I try to tailor my lessons to fit the needs of each individual student. Ultimately, I believe that the ability to excel in educational pursuits rests largely on mental strategy, organization, and skill, all techniques that are very teachable. While absorbing content is important, the way we look at the question being asked and the way we understand the test itself is just as crucial to success, especially in standardized...

...and Literature at Queens College since 2004. I teach Beginner and Intermediate Spanish courses for undergraduate students. I was born and raised in Lima, Peru. I am so proud that my two children, 16 and 13 years old, are fluent in Spanish. I love communicating and interacting with my students. I am deeply committed to my students success. I believe that all people can learn and thrive in an environment that is stimulating, comforting and...

...middle school pre-algebra, algebra, and life sciences, as well as SAT Math test prep. My goal is to become a mentor, role model, and friend for each student. In this way, I hope to inspire more young women to feel comfortable in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) so that they may consider them as future careers. As a member of the national sorority Kappa Kappa Gamma, I believe young women can pursue both...

...him or herself both intrinsically and extrinsically. I am currently a law student and am on the road to appreciating a new kind of study: that of various legal doctrines, statutory interpretation and methods of argumentation. In my spare time, I enjoy running, hiking and traveling. I love being outdoors in natural settings and am happiest when I get the chance to explore something new. I am also a dancer focusing primarily on South Asian...

...writing. My tutoring style is geared towards understanding the abstract components of the material at hand, where focus is put not only on what the material is and how to work with the material, but rather on how it all fits together with previous (or those soon-to-come) concepts and why the material matters. I believe this not only helps the student understand the specific materials, but develop critical thinking skills and conceptual context for the...

...how to absorb the material quickly and effectively to make time for other classes/activities. In addition, I can help make studying be less of a chore! There are many studies that suggest a positive mindset best promotes learning and growth, and this is how I approach my tutoring sessions in addition to my own studies. I can show you how to balance a difficult workload while keeping up your mental health. Outside of classes, I...

As a student at a writing-intensive liberal arts school and a public relations intern at a high-end fashion house, I can truly bring a fresh perspective to your work and help you through why it matters in the real world. I believe that everyone learns differently and I will guide you through your path of figuring out how you can make the most out of your education.

...specific problem while also making sure that the student understands the broader concepts as a whole. In high school I tutored my sports teammates as well as younger students who needed assistance editing and workshopping essays. I am currently enrolled as an applied accounting and finance major at the Fordham Gabelli School of Business where I'm taking business statistics and calculus classes alongside writing and economics classes. In my free time, I watch tons of...

...getting the best out of every one of my students. My friendly attitude is a large part of why I love being able to help students improve at different subjects, in my opinion nothing beats watching a student grow in confidence in a subject. Outside of the classroom I am a huge sports and nature lover, someone who is just as willing to sit and watch a game as I am to go on a...

...English for their jobs/or if the relocated to the U.S. My lessons are based on the students themselves. They're tailored to student individual needs. We do a student scenario, say applying for a graduate degree scholarship. If they are employed in an English speaking environment, we might do something where they are interviewing for a promotion. My philosophy is all about the 'individual student's needs,' whether I am teaching a class of six students or...

...proficient in all the SAT sections, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, general Essay Writing, Biochemistry, and Psychology. I personally enjoy tutoring SAT Critical Reading and Physics the most. To me, language is beautiful and I love exploring and discussing the mechanics of analyzing literature (as students must do on the Critical Reading Section). Physics, on the other hand, explains many of the wondrous everyday phenomenon around us. As a child, I would often think about why things...

...their needs in different and innovative ways. I accomplish this by getting to know my students as classroom entities as well as people. In this way, I can vary my teaching style to suit each student and stay open to adjusting as necessary. I am fluent in French, after spending a year in Paris during college. Because of this, I am well suited to working with students who are having difficulty with French comprehension and...

...studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, International and Public Affairs, and Economics. I've had experience working as a teaching assistant at a New York City public high school in chemistry and physics as well as a tutor in subjects ranging from STEM to humanities to languages, e.g. Spanish and Latin. My teaching style is flexible and can adapt to any student. I am a firm proponent of education and hope that I can make learning easier!

...one that wanted to broaden my experiences, I took a leap of faith and chose to attend St. John's, where I graduated a year early (2014-2017), and to this day that is a decision that I have not regretted. At St. John's I was an Ozanam Scholar, which lead to me doing service and teaching English to students all over the world (Puerto Rico, Rome, India), and was extremely involved as a undergraduate, in many...

I enjoy helping people and being part of their academic journey. I've been teaching at the University level for 8 years, and have been tutoring for many more years than that. I am also a mom of 5 amazing kids, and I am just about finished with my PhD in English Literature. I'm only interested in online sessions at the moment. I look forward to working with you!

...four months and our third and fourth grade instruction for six months. As an Assistant Principal, I prepared our teachers to implement our curriculum in both math and literacy, as well as developed and coached our teachers to better improve their instruction. As such, I have extensive knowledge of the Common Core Standards in both Math and Literacy for the elementary grades, with particular expertise in the third and fourth grade standards. In addition to...