Award-Winning Tutors serving West Simsbury, CT

I became a teacher to help shape the youth of today with my expertise and knowledge. I've always loved working with kids and being able to give what I've learned to others is a wonderful opportunity

I'm a great tutor because I've been teaching high school math for 20 years. I've taught algebra 1 and 2, precalculus, trigonometry, and geometry. I know the curriculum and am confident with the subject matter.

...algebra 1, geometry, American literature, world literature, middle school math, middle school science, middle school English/reading, American history, world history, essay composition, SAT prep, SSAT/ISEE prep, SHSAT prep, and GRE prep. I always try to discern what the individual needs and learning styles of my students are and then try to meet them where they...

...with a concentration in Global Health. I also hold two Bachelors degrees - a B.A. in political science and a B.A. in biology - from Vassar College. I have been a tutor for twelve years and enjoy teaching very much. I have taught both graduate and undergraduate level courses at Yale as well as multiple...

...skills and resumes. in addition to tutoring, I presently teach writing and pre-TOEFL to adults at American Language Communication Center in Manhattan. I am responsible for crafting and executing lesson plans, which I strive to make as engaging and effective as possible. Prior to teaching English I was a journalist and writer for seven years,...

A rising senior at Cornell University majoring in Hotel Administration and minoring in real estate. I love to give back to younger students by mentoring them both academically and personally!

We are all individuals with different ways of viewing the world around us. The same is true of students of mathematics. There may be rules, formulas, and strategies that are the same, but learning how to think through these different ideas is what will create a great mind and great scores on homework, quizzes and...

I believe an instructor is supposed to inspire a passion for learning. Through my teachings, I impart to students that learning is less about natural talent and more about hard work and dedication. My lessons are dialogues, I have a conversation with the student to pinpoint their exact academic needs, and make not only show...

...West Virginia University and masters degree from Kean University. My favorite subject growing up was math. I really enjoy how math makes me think critically to solve problems. I love persevering through challenging math problems. Outside of math, I'm a big fan of sports. I played football and baseball as a youth and played football...

...As I travel the world and study, I aim to create thoughtful, innovative, and exciting lessons, which support my students as individuals. I am very motivated, hardworking and dependable, and I get a real sense of purpose from helping my students to achieve their academic goals. As a native Spanish speaker holding a bachelor's in...

...content with is my favorite because I think writing is a great way to express ourselves, while it might seem stressful at times. I am a strong proponent of education and I believe that each student deserves to feel confident in what they are studying. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, playing volleyball, and...

...during my senior year of high school. At the after school site that I volunteered to tutor, I was assigned to tutor 5-7 third grade elementary school students whom were considered as English Language Learners. My responsibility was to collaborate with the teacher to assist students with the reading, writing and math homework. Later, I...

I was born and raised in Beijing, now I live in New York City. I have extensive experience teaching young kids about Chinese history, Culture and language. I'm a graduate of NYU's Teacher of Chinese Foreign Language in Elementary School program and I specialize in teaching Mandarin to kids age from 5-13 yrs. I look...

...a stronger grasp of challenging material. I draw from my experience in research, which includes studying semiconductor optoelectronics and protein folding kinetics, to give students real-world context and motivation. I aim to break down complicated concepts into manageable pieces while tailoring explanations to each student's unique learning style. I emphasize clarity and structured problem-solving, using...

...native language, English. I speak Spanish exclusively at home with my husband, who is from Cuba. Being bilingual has opened my mind and enriched my life and I am passionate about helping others towards the same goal. When teaching Spanish my focus is on not only vocabulary and grammar, but pronunciation - which is key...

...my class is the "no English" rule. I speak Spanish to my students at all times and expect them to also use exclusively Spanish. I have found that my students will master a language much more rapidly if they are prevented from using their native tongue while in class. If the class does not understand...

...to help my students become confident and be able to solve problems on their own. I want each student to feel comfortable and that their efforts are rewarded and appreciated. I like to provide my students with as many tools as possible to make sure they get an understanding of a particular concept.

...Starbucks down the street from the NYSE to some unfamiliar neighborhoods throughout New York City. Fortunately, as soon as I began planning my exit from the corporate world, I was provided a handsome severance package when I was laid off from such a promising first job out of college; while about half of the company’s...

Succeed through practice and learning the best methodology for that specific student.

...I created in preparing for the exam will greatly aid you in your efforts to excel. I firmly believe anyone with the right guidance and dedication is capable of improving their score on the LSAT. Beyond the test, however, I am a pretty down to earth guy. During college I was a player in an...