Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving Fairfield, CT

I am an Honors Student in my fourth year at Penn State. I have extensive tutoring experience with all ages of students ranging from elementary school through college. I love teaching but I study psychology and criminology at Penn State. I hope to one day work as a clinical psychologist who assists law enforcement agencies. I am an avid reader, I love learning, and I love sharing what I know with others.... There are hundreds of...

...so I emphasize flexibility in my teaching. With some dedication, there is truly no subject that cannot be mastered. Any lesson from me includes tips on note taking, study skills, and test-taking, which I believe are the foundations of academic achievement. Although I am studying business, I firmly believe in the power of creativity in all its forms. I love reading and writing, graphic design, and even participate in a ceramics workshop. Another passion is,...

...assistant, focusing prominently in special education. The skills learned in this diverse environment had taught me a multitude of ways to teach complex topics, allowing students to interact with the material in a way they are most comfortable with. My education at Marist College included a full year abroad in Florence, Italy, which pushed me to learn new ideas about teaching and specifically history, especially European. I have experience working one-on-one with all types of...

...my own character education. The years I served as a classroom teacher were as much about me learning as they were about instructing others. Since then, my commitment to support the development and self-improvement of others has not wavered. Ten years as a public school teacher equates to approximately 2,000 students and was a pivotal time in cultivating skills as an instructional designer. It was also critical in honing my abilities as a facilitator who successfully...

...in International Relations, Law and Society, Latin American Studies and Business. I first gained experience in tutoring working with younger children at a private tutoring company. It was exciting to see them improve and make great strides on a weekly basis. My personal favorite subjects as a student were history and english, but I find helping students who struggle with math equally as gratifying. I also enjoy tutoring for standardized exams such as the SAT...

...making an impact than to help people empower themselves by helping them learn new skills. Whether it is a student with ambitions to study at a German or French university, or an aspiring engineer looking to get through his quantitative coursework--a stepping stone to his dreams of being the next Gustav Eiffel or Steve Jobs--I would love nothing less than to help them achieve their goals. New concepts and skills, especially academic skills, have always...

...environment is challenging and focus on boosting the students self esteem, along with their knowledge retention. I am adaptable and work extremely well with all ages. I am very patient and always ensure a positive learning environment. I am currently earning my second Master of Science degree in Adolescent Education - Biology/Special Education, from Molloy College. I currently have my Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice, from Long Island University - CW Post. I...

...from Rider University with a degree in History and Secondary Education. Throughout my time at Rider I learned how to not only teach history within a traditional classroom setting, but how to motivate people to achieve their goals and guide them through the process. Teaching, to me, is much more than just explaining material and ensuring students understand concepts; teaching is about enabling the student to think critically and go beyond what they thought was...

I have been working and tutoring children for over 15 years. I hold degrees in Childhood Education, Literacy and Students with Disabilities and have been fortunate enough to work in the school setting in all three areas. I focus on making each experience with children memorable and related to real life situations. I am passionate about teaching and enjoy bringing reading and literacy into every day activities. ... I believe that through teaching, I can create...

...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 well as praise...

...in Mathematics, Economics, and French up to the level of French II. Math has been a passion of mine since I was able to count, and my interest my other subjects of knowledge have developed over the years. Outside of academics, I am a musician. I have played percussion from sixth grade and throughout college, and I hope to continue this passion in a more informal setting. I played snare drum on the drumline throughout...

...my intern supervisor insisted I should look into teaching, and pointed me in the direction of an alternative education program that would merge my interest in the field of law and all things legal and my talents within the classroom atmosphere. While still in my undergraduate college, I gained employment as a Behavioral Interventionist for the Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) Alternative school. I have learned through this experience how to interact and connect with...

...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 solving skills; they often need to apply information they...

...Currently I am a M.A./Ph.D student in Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. My current research deals with how language is used and how understanding can change in differing contexts, for example how people define what counts as a lie, and how our brains process emojis. At the University of Illinois, I've taught several linguistics courses, including the popular Linguistics 100 introductory course. I spent a semester abroad in Sevilla, Spain during my...

...a Bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Psychology. My role as a Teacher, providing education to grades 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th, has provided me with invaluable experience in assessing the needs and interests of a diverse population. I have designed and implemented enthusiastic lesson plans and activities that appeal to the various learning styles of my students, often with the use of technology and a student-centered approach. Helping students to not only...

My goal is to impart the knowledge I have attained through my own education to students who need help. As a highly experienced college student who is great with children of all ages, I am offering my tutoring services to continue your child's education. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have!

...Case Western Reserve University, a year early, with a bachelors degree in Biochemistry. My science background has taught me the value of good teaching, and has consequently impacted how I, myself tutor students. I tutor students in the SAT/ACT math and writing sections, biological sciences, and middle school level math/algebra. My goal in tutoring each student is to not only get the student to understand the material, but to also enjoy their process of learning!

I am a graduate of St. Joseph's College. I hold certifications for Birth through 6th grade in General Ed. as well as Special Ed. I am currently working as a substitute teacher in addition to tutoring. After graduating I had the opportunity to work for a Montessori school. I then became ABA certified and started working as a Behavioral Therapist, working with children with Autism and...

...Affairs. My focus was on international relations and concentrated on the People's Republic of China. My years at Princeton developed my passion for human rights, and also solidified my desire to help others. During my senior year, I researched and compared the educational systems and conditions faced by Chinese migrant children and those faced by undocumented children in America. As a long time athlete, I understand the value of coaching and teamwork. This is reflected...

...worked with both regular and special needs children in helping them improve their communication needs. This includes social language as well as verbal and written language. I have also tutored students in basic math such as arithmetic and algebra. I have a love for languages. I am an American Sign Lanuage interpreter and I speak conversational French. My philosophy for learning is learning should be fun. This happens when the teacher knows what teaching style...