
Katherine: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...attendance record, but still struggled with performing well on tests. I thought to myself, why was this happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year....
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University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Human Development & Family Studies
Fairfield University - Current Grad Student, School Counseling

Jackie: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...to learn new material and to find a tutor a student can connect with. In my studies, I have learned many techniques to stay organized and thoroughly understand course content, while being sensitive to the variation in how people learn differently. In addition to tutoring, my interests include fashion and beauty, dance, hiking, and skiing.
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Connecticut College - Current Undergrad Student, Psychology

Christina: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
I am a current MBA student at the Yale School of Management who will also be attending UCLA School of Law post-MBA. I've also enjoyed taking standardized tests and "cracking" their code; so I love getting to continue to work on this with my students.
Education & Certification
University of Houston - Bachelors, Biology, General
Yale School of Management - Masters in Business Administration, Business, General

David: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...an advanced level, and I consider it of cardinal importance to equally value the successful communication both of elementary topics, such as algebra 1 or German word order, and complex ones, such as deontological critiques of utilitarian ethics. By valuing all levels of difficulty, I am able to give students a firm foundation, with which...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Chris: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...hasty answers to abstract questions, can play such a huge role in your future. My own experience as test-taker and test-teacher has convinced me that as a tool for evaluating students, standardized testing has its share of flaws. But the tests aren't unfair or unbeatable; they challenge you to learn a specific language. I don't...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, History

Lucy: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...encouragement, and finding creative ways to explain difficult concepts through examples, illustrations, and analogies. Through my great amount of teaching experience, I have worked with a diverse array of students and enjoy supporting all types of individuals with their many learning needs. Since graduating from NYU, I have spent three months in Uganda conducting public...
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New York University - Bachelors, Global Public Health/Science

Heather: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...individuals. My goal is to build the confidence and skills each student needs to become a successful independent and lifelong learner. To continue my own learning, I am an avid reader and an extensive traveler; my most recent trips include Italy and South Africa. I enjoy spending time with my family, gardening, painting, music, and...
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College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, English, Music
Tufts University - Master of Arts, Ethnomusicology
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Abbey: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...spread a comprehension and a love for subjects that are traditionally perceived as difficult. I also enjoy horseback riding, which I have participated in for 11 years, as well as choral and orchestral music. I believe that all students can have an understanding for even the most difficult topics, as long as it is displayed...
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Central Connecticut State University - Current Undergrad, Psychology/Business

James: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...one of the most fundamental aspects of a society's wellbeing, and that it is the duty of those of us who have been graced with the advantages of a good education to give back in some way; one of my motivations for tutoring is to do my part in that way. In my free time,...
Education & Certification
Yale University - Current Undergrad, Humanities (focus on paleography); Math

Noah: Waterbury Writing tutor
Certified Writing Tutor in Waterbury, CT
...Westchester, NY. With over 6 years experience teaching students aged 3-65 from the US, South Korea, Japan, Singapore, Russia, and the Czech Republic, I am a seasoned professional. I am also the author of over a dozen science fiction, horror, and fantasy novels and novellas, which can be found at all of your favorite online...
Education & Certification
Bard College - Bachelors, Philosophy and Creative Writing (Dual Major)
Sarah Lawrence College - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
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