Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving Stamford, CT

...adulthood working with students in some way, shape, or form. I've worked with a lot of students from various backgrounds and across ages. I've also tutored in almost every subject, but math is my specialty. In 2016, I received my Master's degree in Education from the University of Massachusetts at Boston. I was a licensed teacher when I lived in Massachusetts, and now I am teaching Algebra 1 in New Jersey.

...I'm here both as a professional writer and educator. No matter what issues you may be having within the realm of Language Arts in English, I'd love to be able to assist! I have incredible patience, along with the mindset that we all have plenty of room for improvement, and that learning is a continuous and lifelong process. I also believe that learning should be fun. I hold a Multicultural Literature Degree with dual honors...

...passion is to provide children from myriad backgrounds with an educational experience that will embolden a love for learning, exploration, and self-awareness. Currently, as a second grade teacher at a private school in Manhattan, I encourage my students to feel confident in their abilities to look closely, think critically, ask questions, and have conversations, with the goal of becoming successful learners across all areas. I began tutoring elementary-age students in college and have continued to...

...play submissions and write thoughtful response letters. For three years, I worked as Enrichment Director at a Shakespeare education program at New Pond Farm in Redding, Connecticut. I helped teenaged actors struggle through difficult passages of iambic pentameter in Twelfth Night and Macbeth. The goal was not only to understand but ultimately even enjoy yes, enjoy Shakespeares dense and often bewildering sonnets, comedies, and tragedies. My hobbies including playing ukulele and chess. I am pursuing...

...student is capable of success. My job as a tutor is to build foundations and develop strategies that ensure that success. I work with K-8 students developing skills, strategies, and knowledge that will help them become independent learners. My focus as a tutor is to help my students understand the concepts behind a skill. I believe that when you really understand how or why something works, you will never forget that skill. I enjoy tutoring...

...they are unsure of? I believe that repetition builds confidence and helps strengthen academic success in other areas. (Where appropriate, I like to suggest extra materials for students to work on between sessions.) I'm looking forward to working with your student and I'm happy to answer all questions or schedule a lesson! (If you are curious, ask me about my stint in Japan where I had over 4000 students in 2 years as well as...

...to learn and am passionate about helping people succeed in school! I have experience tutoring since high school. In college, I helped teach at a school in Philadelphia. Moreover, I love to travel and teaching is a great was to make that sustainable! I have taught English at a refugee center in Southern Thailand, and I taught English to Buddhist nuns and Thai children at a monastery in Northern Thailand! I recently graduated college with...

Hello! I am a current student at NYU's Liberal Studies school. I don't know what I want to pursue in the future, but overall, I think I am well rounded.

...improve on standardized tests. I have over three years of experience tutoring students from grade 4-11 for a wide range of subjects. I am particularly passionate about helping students improve in reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and essay writing. While many students find these subjects daunting, I think that with the right strategies, anyone can improve in these areas. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy reading, writing short stories, and regularly posting on Tumblr.

...and II. I feel my job, as a tutor is to facilitate and not instruct the student in their pursuit of knowledge. I also believe that developing clear logical step-by-step methods of solving problems combined with repetition and practice leads to success. Finally, as a tutor I should review troubled areas by ask probing questions and have the student lead me through how they solved their problems, so I can specifically see where the student...

...Master of Arts in English. I graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in English. I have a great love of books and writing--my favorite literary era is the Victorian period which I have studied extensively. I have experience teaching almost every grade level and subject as a substitute teacher and certified teacher assistant. My goal is to help students to achieve their goals in the most fun way possible!

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.

...school English education closer to home at The City College of New York. I began teaching immediately, and earned my Masters in Special Education at the same time. I have taken numerous professional courses on teaching English to students of all levels, and have most recently been professionally involved in developing my ability to work with gifted and talented / honors students. At the school where I teach I helped run the debate team for...

...I think it is so important to work on strategies students need (such as improving phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, fluency) to enhance the most important component of reading, which is comprehension. I feel the most comfortable tutoring Math, Reading, Homework Help, Study Skills and Study Help. I can help students prepare for assessments by creating study guides and reviewing test content with them. I use all study strategies and tools, which include technology (ipad, laptop,...

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.

...deeply passionate about teaching because it allows me to impact the next generation positively. In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for...

As an educator, I strive to make math available to every student. Each student has their own learning style and is capable of learning. My job is to connect the student to their learning, using techniques that suit their needs. We need to include a few laughs along the way, as this is Math after all!

...name is Lynn and I'm so excited to be a part of Varsity! I'm super passionate about the English language and all the different ways we can express ourselves through the written word. I believe that elements of language such as spelling, grammar, and syntax don't have to feel limiting but rather, illuminating! A little about me: I have a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from Columbia University, as well as an...

I graduated from Yale University in May with a major in Literature, and currently work as a high school English teacher. My thesis explored the use of mise en abyme, a post-modern literary device, in graphic novels. My six years of work as an outdoor instructor in Vermont have nurtured my passion for...... I empower students to have the self-confidence to take a deep breath, and guide them through the process of figure out the answer...

I prioritize creating a strong relationship between the student and family in order to align with your goals. I can provide tailored and differentiated intervention using my knowledge from a Masters in Education to meet your academic needs. Let's discuss how I can best support you.