Award-Winning Writing Tutors in Greenwich, CT

...worked for the University Writing Center. Working with students one-on-one, informed by faculty guidance and frequent workshops, I developed a tutoring style that focuses on collaboration and flexibility. No matter the subject, I believe that we learn best when we discover for ourselves, and forget when we are lectured. I spend my spare time reading, writing, talking, listening, and trying to stay active, so that I can read, write, talk, and listen more.

...the classroom. That, and I adore the Spanish language. It has really opened a lot of doors for me and helped me connect with a lot of different people. In my spare time, I enjoy skateboarding in Central Park, going to museums (my favorite is The Metropolitan Museum of Art), and being adventurous with all the food NYC has to offer. I spent twelve years riding horses competitively, and I still try to mount up...

...wide range of World History and English curricula and standardized testing strategies. Having tutored and taught students of many ages, I know how to convey complex concepts in accessible terms, and my exceptional patience enables me to deduce and utilize the learning styles of individual students. Having always found classroom and standardized tests to be intuitive and learnable, I am able to impart testing strategies in addition to teaching textbook material. In my woefully limited...

...working on and they understand the material in a new way. In addition to teaching, over the last five years, I have served as a Mentor to youth and college students. I believe that encouragement and mentoring are essential components of a successful tutoring relationship. While teaching students the skills they need to succeed, I help students to gain confidence in their abilities, and to see their own potential. When I am not tutoring, I...

...and I absolutely love learning (and teaching) about the world! I try to make learning as fun and exciting as possible, so I use many different tutoring materials and techniques that are the best fit for each of my students and their individual needs. In my spare time I love going to concerts and spending time outdoors. I also enjoy skiing, cooking, yoga, and watching Youtube videos of adorable animals! I look forward to meeting...

...high school, myself, where I volunteered as a "Big Brother", helping incoming freshmen adapt themselves to the more rigorous environment of St. Paul's. While an undergraduate at Columbia University, I taught SAT prep courses. I will be going to law school in the fall, and until then I am continuing my passion for teaching with Varsity Tutors! My tutoring style has always been to fit the lesson to the student. Whether you're studying for chemistry...

...level. I also prepared Native Chinese speakers for the SAT and TOEFL exam while I lived in Beijing, China. Additionally, I have worked with many students on college entrance and scholarship essays, one of my favorite things to work with students on. I graduated from Brown University without debt by fully funding my college education through merit based scholarships. I am a 2008 National Coca Cola Scholar and a Gates Millenium Scholar. I am currently...

...guided reading and phonics instruction. Additionally, working with students to perfect the craft of writing is a rewarding experience. Working at an Independent School in Manhattan, I teach math and science which helps me solidify critical STEM concepts and initiatives in the classroom. Science and math are my passion, but the tools I have acquired in reading and writing have allowed me to be an effective instructor in all areas of the curriculum. I am...

...in mathematics and science tutoring as well as standardized exam preparation. In the past, I have helped students achieve significant improvements and success on the SAT, SHSAT, Regents and other exams! I truly believe education is a mutual learning and teaching opportunity and enjoy helping my students achieve a thorough understanding (those "Aha!" moments) and appreciation of whatever they choose to study! In the future, I seek to pursue clinical and pedagogical medicine and enjoy...

...my lesson to reinforce what I've explained, because I truly believe practice makes perfect. Success in any subject can come with enough practice and with enough time spent talking through key concepts. I have additional experience in the classroom from working as a remedial math and literacy teacher for elementary school students. I've also worked as a health education teacher in NYC public high schools. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, reading and...