Award-Winning SHSAT Tutors serving Greenwich, CT

Hello! My name is Claire and I'm a student at Cornell University majoring in applied economics and management. I'm knowledgable in test prep, math, writing, reading comprehension, accounting, and economics.

Columbia university graduate and doctoral student in mathematics education. I have three years teaching experience and six year tutoring experience. Below are the courses that I have taught: University: Finite Mathematics, Mathematics for life, Algebra, fundamental of Mathematics. Community College: Introduction to Statistics, Algebra and trigonometry, Algebra, Pre-Algebra. Test Prep: GED, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, Math Regents NYC High school: Algebra, Trigonometry and geometry. Middle school: Algebra

...how they learn best and adjust my teaching methods to fit their needs. Most importantly, I enJOY teaching and strive to making learning a joy to students. As an eager learner myself, one of the things that led to my success as a student was my resourceful nature. I attended Temple University as an undergraduate student, and The University of Pennsylvania as a graduate student, where I earned my Masters of Science in Education. Both...

...worked with Elementary school students. While doing so I was able to help prepare activities and lessons and helping the teacher to implement them. With that being said, preparation, planning, and communication are essential skills that every teacher must develop. Throughout the course of 2 years, I was able to be a camp counselor for 2 weeks at a sleepaway camp. While I was a counselor there, I got to work on developing my communication...

...I am passionate about tutoring subjects such as Math, English, Spanish, and Statistics. I also enjoy helping students to improve their writing. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for standardized Tests, such as the SHSAT, SAT, and GRE, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the writing, ELA, and math portions of the exams. As a trained sociologist I also look forward to helping students learn more about...

...and college students to improve their study skills, time management, and test taking strategies. My psychological background makes me particularly skillful at helping students to overcome academic anxiety in order to perform at their highest potential. As someone who loves to read and write, I enjoy sharing this passion with students who are studying English and Literature. To help students thrive, I cultivate their curiosity and engagement with subject materials. My hope is that they...

I am an aspiring physician attending the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education/ CUNY School of Medicine who wants to help others achieve the goals they strive for academically because I know how important education is.

...program at my high school where I helped underclassmen with understanding their course material. Now in college, I have also started editing college admissions essays and assisting students in preparing for the SAT and PSAT, as well. Although I tutor in a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Math, and Science. In my opinion, helping students to prepare and put together a well-written essay that they are fully content with is my...

...also regularly assist students in preparing for the Math sections on important Standardized Tests, such as the SAT and the ACT. Most of my students report that they achieve highly-desirable results on these tests thanks to my help. I teach my students how to recognize patterns and how to apply appropriate problem-solving techniques whenever they encounter a certain type of problem. Math is all about recognizing problems and applying the appropriate steps in order to reach...

...writing process of their college admissions essay. I attended Binghamton University, which Business Insider claimed to be New York's "smartest SUNY school." I majored in English Literature and Rhetoric and was provided with an extensive knowledge of reading and writing skills. I obtained my master's in Adolescent Special Education from CUNY Queens College, and I am currently enrolled in SUNY Stony Brook's Educational Leadership Program. I am well-versed in the Common Core Standards as well...

I am a sophomore at Wake Forest University intending to major in finance with minors in statistics and sociology. I have tutored students in math since my freshman year in high school because it is my favorite subject and I want to share the wonders of it with others.

...subject at hand, I try to bring a sense of process and purpose to my sessions, creating original lesson plans to supplement class materials. My ideal session ends with a student understanding not only individual problems, but also connecting concepts to other coursework, feeling confident about the class or material in the future. Outside of my current job in financial media and my evenings tutoring, I'm training for a half Ironman. I also enjoy exploring...

...student in Florida, I volunteered at my Math Club's "Math Lab", an academic peer-tutoring session held every Monday for four years; as a college freshmen I was a tutor for Champion Learning, a company funded by No-Child-Left-Behind in order to aid struggling middle school students with the Common Core; as a full-time instructor, I managed classes for SHSAT and SAT and produced my own content while coordinating with parents and students on progress; during graduate...

...dance both ballet, modern, and to whatever songs my roommates and I play. I would love to be your tutor. I have been working with Varsity for the last 4 years and have watched and learned how the standardized tests have changed. I'm extremely passionate about learning to work the convoluted system that makes up college applications and teaching others what I've learned. I love learning and school and I hope I can help you...

...of learning happens when there is a lack of motivation or enjoyment. That is why I try to make every tutoring session an enjoyable one where people can be motivated and want to learn, rather than dread the time spent. I believe that everyone can benefit from a little extra attention in their studies. Each person has unique strengths and weaknesses and together we can improve on mastering those strengths and eliminating those faults!

...Literacy Council. Since graduating I have lived abroad in Russia, working in business and teaching and tutoring. I have experience with adults and youth of all ages, though mostly with older kids. I have instructed one-on-one and in group settings. I excel at anything 'logic based'- Analytical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, Philosophy, as well as English/ESL, Writing, Literature, 6-8 Math, and a variety of other subjects. I love to teach by allowing my students to discover...

Committed to providing a world-class education for those who desire it.

...an idea and am willing to go above and beyond to find the right method in order to overcome a situation that my student is faced with. My teaching methods varies with different individuals. I like to approach situations that is the best for my student. My key skills in communication, adaptability, along with an engaging personality and teaching style, our tutoring session will be exemplary. Some of my hobbies include filmmaking, guitar, ukulele, watching...

...and although I miss NY pizza and bagels, I am happy to call D.C. my second home. I have been tutoring students since I was a freshman in high school and am excited to continue. My areas of interest are writing and elementary to high school math. However, I am proficient in most subjects and would be able to teach students upon any matter they are struggling with. Looking forward to working with you!

...working with students from China who were taking the TOEFL exam. I like to teach by first letting the student try the problem on their own. Then, I like to go through each step of the problem with the student until they understand. Finally, I let the student try a similar problem on their own to test their understanding. I think it is also a good idea to include visuals/models or examples in order to...