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

.../ M.A. Combined Program in English and the Teacher Preparation Program at Stony Brook University. With a strong background in literature, composition, and teaching methods, I believe that I am prepared for the dynamic and exciting challenges of tutoring students for their English classes. Through my coursework, I have designed lesson plans based on the Common Core State Standards. During my field experience in diverse Long Island school districts, I observed engaging lessons and had...

...different ability levels within the classrooms, I was able to meet the individual learning needs of my students, as well as tune in to their specific learning styles. I used this information to inform how I approached cooperative learning and assessments. This experience prepared me to embark on a career as a teacher by guiding my lesson planning, and helping me incorporate the NYS Common Core Standards into the lessons I taught. I am currently...

...BS in Mathematics and a BA in Economics. I first worked as a tutor at a private educational company teaching children ages K-12 reading comprehension and mathematics. I also worked as a math teacher at another private educational company, helping high schoolers with Geometry, Algebra, Statistics, Trigonometry and even AP Calculus. Although I enjoy teaching math, I am also available to teach Writing (especially essays), Reading Comprehension, Economics, the SAT and ACT, and Literature. In...

...of my energy, and it paid off: I was admitted to college a year early with a great scholarship. But more than the immediate freedom of college and a new state, my investment in my own education gave me an array of skills that have helped me in all areas of life: the ability to improvise in unfamiliar situations, to persuade and argue effectively, and to formulate interesting research questions that eventually got me admitted...

...education. While at college, I tutored elementary through high school students in English language arts, social studies and math. I also led after school art and cooking activities. Since graduating, I worked as a paralegal in Chicago for eight months, and I recently moved to NYC to pursue education related career opportunities. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, running and walking outside and reading. I look forward to working with you!

...students write their college and graduate school essays, become stronger and more confident readers, and develop strong analytical writing skills. The Humanities are my area of proficiency: English, Literature, Analysis, Public Speaking, Writing, Government/Politics, both SAT and ACT Reading and English, SAT Writing, and ACT Science. I want to ensure that every lesson proves valuable and thus never charge if a student or parent is not entirely satisfied. I also have a flexible schedule and...

...likely in mathematics. I am most interested in applied mathematics in the finance and sports industries through quantitative finance and sports analytics. Thus, my favorite subjects to tutor are quantitative onesalthough I can also tutor other sections of standardized tests such as the SAT. I am passionate about tutoring students because I firmly believe, with proper instruction, one can grow and improve their understanding of any subject, no matter the difficulty. Students I tutor will...

...Astronomy/Physics. I graduated from The Baccalaureate School for Global Education in June 2019 as an IB diploma recipient. Since starting high school, I have tutored younger students in a variety of topics, such as Math, Chemistry, and English. While I enjoy learning about many subjects I am the most passionate about Math and Physics. I want to help students overcome academic challenges, in order to encourage their intellectual growth and curiosity both inside and outside...

...that delivers 9th graders health seminars to those that may not receive health class in high school. Lastly, I volunteered at Rockefeller University Science OutReach Lab where I instruct middle/high school students basic science laboratory techniques and share some of my college experience. I look forward to sharing my knowledge in a variety of subjects and getting to know each student that is lucky enough to have me as a tutor. Best, Miles Dijan

...school and college or helping classmates learn and prepare for school all the way back to my elementary school days. In one form or another, I've been helping people learn almost as long as I remember. A great tutor needs to be intelligent, with a comprehensive, intuitive understanding of the subject matter. It's not enough to just know the answers to questions; a tutor needs to understand why the answers are what they are. A...

I have several years of vastly rewarding experiences teaching art and computer skills to high school aged students. I especially love math, as well as reading and writing, and I am eager to share my enthusiasm.

...over the past decade, I have independently tutored students from many premiere NY and NJ high schools and universities. I continued tutoring even after joining a major private equity firm because of how much I enjoy working one-on-one with students. Breaking down seemingly complex subjects is one of my favorite pastimes--it's part of the reason I also enjoy writing about arcane financial topics like quanto spreads on sovereign CDS. I've also developed a newfound respect...

...which I attended on full academic scholarship, where I worked as a writing consultant in the University's Writing Center and an SAT instructor for Kaplan. For the past 3+ years, I have worked as a private tutor throughout New York City, where I have worked with 30+ students. My students have ranged from elementary school level to college seniors; I have tutored in a multitude of subjects, including ACT/SAT/ISEE/SSAT/Mathematics/Spanish/English/History. When I'm not tutoring or working...

...to tutor. I believe that it is important to think like a problem solver, which means that students need to understand the "why" behind the equations rather than just memorizing them. When students struggle in math, it is often because they are trying to learn through rote memorization rather than by gaining a deep understanding of the topic. My goal is to help students attain this understanding. Incidentally, most standardized exams also test students' problem...

I'm a second-year student at Columbia Law School. As an undergraduate, I studied philosophy and computer science. I look forward to working with you!

...having difficulty with particular subjects so I am very patient and try as much as possible to explain things in a way that is easy to understand and relatable. I love to travel and have lived in both the US and Asia for extended periods of time so I have experience interacting with people of all races and cultures. My other hobbies include basketball, trying new foods, and a little bit of video games.... I like...

...1-12, and I was a nanny for 5 years, which involved lots of homework help and academic encouragement. Additionally, I worked for two years as a local newspaper correspondent, where I wrote full-length news and editorial pieces as well as news briefs each week. Lastly, as a research assistant to my college professor, I conducted research about the history of U.S. social dance, and presented my findings in research summaries, a podcast format, and in...

...school in Brooklyn. I am a recent graduate of Davidson College, which was recently named by Forbes as the best college in the South. I received a BA in English with a Concentration in Education and subsequently moved to New York City . While in school I spent a semester shadowing a local high school teacher and aiding students in a one-on-one environment with a variety of tasks within their English curriculum. As English was...

...may have. I taught Public Speaking for three years at the collegiate level and competed in statewide forensics tournaments for nearly ten years. I'm happy to help beginner to advanced public speakers outline or polish presentations. Writing: I have presented original research more than 25 times at conferences around the country and wrote a thesis for both my undergraduate and masters thesis. I'm highly comfortable with academic and creative writing and would love to help...

...to help them achieve their goals. I am a Yale student with an emphasis on history, law, English, social sciences, and test preparation. I have taught history as a college teaching fellow and for two years in a high school classroom. I am familiar with and have taught and tutored both AP, honors, and regular courses. Outside of teaching, I have had the opportunity to work with students applying to attend U.S. colleges. I help...