
Dan: Danbury tutor
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...have yet developed their own love of learning. I specialize in analytical thinking, writing, and CrockPot cooking. I look forward to helping students become better readers, writers, economists, and playwrights. I live in Richmond, VA. I have a BA in economics from Kenyon and a JD from Boston College. I work and teach at VCU.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics
PHD, Law School/JD

Edris: Danbury tutor
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...economics who has completed the premedical prerequisite courses, I hope to continue my journey as a tutor. I employ a teaching strategy of explaining important concepts, practicing problems, and reviewing mistakes. My method is to begin by finding the student's weaknesses and explaining those difficult concepts to the students. I then guide the student through...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics, Mathematics and Biology Minor
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 790
SAT Writing: 710

Robert: Danbury tutor
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I am currently a graduate student at Tufts University School of Medicine. As a former biology major at Boston College, I have extensive experience in Biology as well as other science courses. Outside of tutoring I enjoy exercising and skiing. I also enjoy exploring new restaurants with friends. ... My philosophy is to teach in a way that challenges but does not overwhelm my students. I find that being patient and making sure students understand concepts...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biology, General
Masters, Biomedical science

Patrick: Danbury tutor
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I am a West Chester East High School class of 2015 alumni. I currently attend Boston College, majoring in Economics and Mathematics. I am very excited for the opportunity to tutor and help students with their academics. I have a history of tutoring in my high school and look forward to furthering my tutoring career...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Economics and Mathematics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

John: Danbury tutor
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...of my peers in Calculus. I tutored throughout my undergraduate years, earning great praise as a chemistry tutor. My main approach as a tutor is to slowly ween my students off of my help. I usually begin the session with an example of myself performing a problem, and then I walk my students through the...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Pre-medical, Chemistry, Music (Triple Major)

Alicia: Danbury tutor
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...lead. I am a graduate of Boston College and I have two years of tutoring experience in addition to several years of professional training experience. Through Varsity Tutors, I look forward to helping students who want to improve their writing or GRE scores. I live in New York, and in my free time, I enjoy...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Linguistics/ Minor: Women's and Gender Studies
GRE Quantitative: 161
GRE Verbal: 166

Michael: Danbury tutor
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...the pieces fall into place for a student who has previously been struggling with a topic. I firmly believe that learning can be interesting when placed into context. To get to know I'll tell you a little more about myself. Since graduating I've begun working at a software company in NYC. In my free time, I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics/ Finance
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 31

Carrie: Danbury tutor
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Hi! I'm a Boston College graduate with a Bachelor's degree in English. I look forward to helping students improve their reading and writing skills as well as prepare for standardized tests.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 720

Bryant: Danbury tutor
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...taught French for three years to adults and youth at various levels. I also spent time working in a French immersion school with children of many different ages. For the past two years I taught French to undergraduate students at Boston College where I was also working toward a Master's Degree in French Literature. Having...
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Bachelors, French
Masters, Romance Languages and Literatures

Jamie: Danbury tutor
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...of Arts degree in Psychology from Boston College. For two years after graduating Boston College, I worked as an Operations Lead and Data Analyst for a healthcare management company. I have experience tutoring children of all ages from elementary through high school. I tutor in a broad range of subjects, however I am most passionate...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
Current Grad Student, Physical Therapy

Olivia: Danbury tutor
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...and the material. I also find that a more casual setting increases students' willingness to learn and their ability to retain material. My goal is to make sure that the student not only understands the material, but is confident in their understanding, since that leads to better grades and, ultimately, a better education. When I'm...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1490
SAT Verbal: 790
SAT Writing: 710

Mason: Danbury tutor
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My name is Mason and I am passionate about science and the environment! I have combined these two in my love of environmental and earth sciences, but I also love learning about chemistry and physics. I am priviledged to now help others learn about the amazing world around us.... The best part of being a tutor is stepping back and watching a student figure out a solution all on their own. I think the best way...
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Bachelors, Environmental Geosciences

Katrina: Danbury tutor
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...as I did when I was a volunteer tutor for high school students during my college years. I have experience tutoring students in reading, writing, mathematics (up to Algebra 1) and basic Spanish. As a former recruiter, I am also well-versed in resume writing, interviews, college application essays and public speaking. I am open to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Writing: 700

Ana: Danbury tutor
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...ages! I have been tutoring students in English reading and writing since high school and I was also selected to teach English in Nicosia, Cyprus as a Fulbright Scholar. I am most interested in helping students to hone their writing skills and discover ways to better express their ideas by harnessing the often-elusive power of...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Masters, Education

David: Danbury tutor
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...a few months, I increased more than twenty students' scores on both the ACT and SAT by an average of ten percent. After receiving my Master in Fine Arts Degree from the University of Maryland, I moved to Manhattan to join the New York City Teaching Fellows, earning a teaching certification and undergoing field training...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, English
Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Paul: Danbury tutor
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Young, motivated working professional with a strong background in Science and Mathematics. Graduated from Boston College as a Pre-Medical student and currently pursuing a Master's of Science degree in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs. Strong passion for teaching with several years of tutoring, leadership, and decision-making experience within my professional career.
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Master of Science, Pharmacy

Daniel: Danbury tutor
Certified Tutor
...love helping students to excel at what challenges them most and what they love best, not that those things are mutually exclusive. School is hard! Everyone needs a helping hand once in a while, myself definitely included. I have been on both sides of the tutoring table, and I know what quality teaching feels like....
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Music
Master of Arts, Musicology and Ethnomusicology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 750

Patricia: Danbury tutor
Certified Tutor
...inspires students to achieve their goals and gives them the confidence that they can be successful. I am a certified elementary teacher. I also have a Juris Doctorate degree. I have tutored elementary students in math grades 1st through 6th. I have especially strong writing skills given my background in law. I tutor all subjects,...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
Juris Doctor, Law Enforcement Administration

Jacob: Danbury tutor
Certified Tutor
...teaching assistant and grader for multiple classes, including calculus (I, II, and III) and discrete math. There are few things more enjoyable than being of service to students trying to learn difficult material and seeing the gears in their heads start to turn as their confidence builds. I truly love studying math, and I work...
Education & Certification
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Current Grad Student, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Daniel: Danbury tutor
Certified Tutor
...time with English coursework, no matter the age (Middle school, high school, undergrad). I believe that hard work and enthusiasm are the most important tools to success. Along with a variety of techniques I have to help with grammar, vocabulary, outlining, and argumentation, I try and stress the need for hard work and enthusiasm in...
Education & Certification
Bachelor in Arts, History
Master of Arts, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
GRE Verbal: 168
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