Award-Winning French Tutors serving Norwalk, CT

...Those wonderful students taught me how tutoring is more like being a guide than it is posing as the answers at the back of a text book. I want each student to find their own voice, which is why I believe communication is the essential tool in the learning process in order to create cogent and organized arguments. It is a way to discover, to test ideas, and even to have fun in the process.

I love to help others learn and succeed in everything they set their focus and time on!

...to effectively communicate concepts, organize time and ensure student understanding while incorporating students' specific interests. In addition, student teaching at the middle school and high school level has further strengthened my understanding the individualized support students need to succeed. These past experiences also granted me the opportunity to work with gifted learners and students with various learning capabilities and learning styles. Helping a student make connections in a language (whether it be a second language...

...at New York University, and I tutor students in SAT prep, AP English Language and Literature, high school English, writing, college essay writing, and French. Tutoring is a passion of mine because I think that learning can be an exciting and enriching experience for all students, whether or not they know it. It can be hard for some students to find a reason to be engaged in their education when they're in large classes, but...

...rising sophomore at the University of Michigan. As a double major in Computer Science and Biomedical Engineering, I am here to assist with any STEM related questions. As a strong English student, I can also help with reading comprehension and writing! My favorite subjects to teach are Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus. Also, I have previously worked with high school and lower school students in group settings and one on one. I love to gauge how...

I have perfected my teaching skills at a number of institutions in the USA and in France, and have become a dynamic, adaptable and experienced instructor. As a native French-speaker, I will be delighted to help you acquire full mastery of the French language.

I am willing to do whatever it takes for anyone to improve on tests and retain the knowledge that I teach them.

...a native Spanish speaker and went through two years of ESL myself as a young child, and am therefore excited to help anybody, child or adult, reach their full potential in this subject. I studied French for nine years and love the language, and would be thrilled to share my knowledge with students that need it. When not tutoring, I enjoy hiking, birding, and wildlife photography (luckily these are not mutually exclusive!).

...of teaching my students and cater to their individual learning process and needs. I believe that having the ability to be versatile in one's teaching method is crucial when it comes to teaching others and ensuring that they come out of a session having learned and retained the concepts. That is the quality of teaching you can expect from me. When I am not tutoring or studying for school, I love to read for leisure,...

I have a deep commitment to education and exploring our world. I have studied at an intense conservatory for music as well at the esteemed Yale University. With a passion for a broad variety of subjects, I hope we can walk together on the journey of education.

...a patient yet firm manner. I also exhibit determination, empathy, and humor to make learning an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Most importantly, I am personable and understanding and believe that brings me closer to helping my students. In my free time, I love cooking Mediterranean/Greek cuisine and would love to open a restaurant one day. I also write poetry, short stories, etc. and am currently working on my first novel. Lastly, I adore knitting and...

...I was self-proclaimed nerd and enjoyed every subject handed to me. I took as many Honors and AP classes available and participated in various clubs and honor societies. I was even part of my schools Academic Team! Now an adult, I have used my love of school to teach and tutor students of all ages! (I also crush it in trivia ;) My approach to teaching is very personalized to each student. I like to...

...I know that, without valuing this integral yet often disregarded facet of medicine, I will not be able to provide the best care possible to my patients. Diagnosis demands more than medicine - it requires care, attention and compassion. These skills, although may be taught in tandem with classroom lectures, can be more fully appreciated through connection and service. This is why I hope to become a Varsity Tutor in the near future: to help...

...- French and English at Barnard College from 2005-2009. While attending Barnard I studied abroad in Paris at Columbia's Reid Hall program and at The Sorbonne. I trained and worked as a Barnard Writing Fellow, editing college-level papers and tutoring fellow students in essay writing and public speaking. I also volunteered as a tutor for NYC fifth graders. To this day, I am still an avid reader and I volunteer as a tutor for children...

...at a summer camp with international students. I taught group ESL lessons, with a wide range of abilities, for kids aged 5 - 14. Engaging the campers in games, both outdoor and indoor, as well as projects and inter-active assignments was key for keeping tutoring sessions fun while also developing language skills. I have also tutored individuals in French and English, primarily aiding them after school with homework help, but also teaching new and more...

I am a passionate of knowledge and learn everyday from everyone. I am also very enthusiastic to share what I know with others. I believe the best way to learn is to share knowledge and exchange ideas. Tutoring requires patience and the beauty of it is to see the success of the students!

...school English teacher I know that many students struggle with learning but all students can achieve success. My teaching philosophy is to empower students to be the agents of their own learning. In order to learn efficiently and effectively, tutors need to embrace learning styles. From concepts to creation, students must learn how to ask significant questions and keep asking them. For a tutor, this means modeling good questions and expecting the best from her...

...so I can explain it to them. I also tend to give them hints or I rephrase the questions I ask them so they can hear it differently and maybe formulate an answer more easily. Strangely, I have found that some of the strategies I use in tutoring math can also be used effectively in tutoring other subjects; for example, I always ask the student what they???re working on in class at the moment and...

I believe that I am a good fit for this tutoring position because I have been a teacher for 27 years. I had the privilege of teaching at all the levels. I was able to motivate my high school students in a way that made them submit themselves to the rigor of the French language and its culture. As a result, I was able to successfully prepare the for the French and Spanish Regents Exams.

...extensively, working with the French Ministry of Education to work with children and adult English Language Learners to develop their spoken and written English skills. I currently tutor middle school students at a local after-school enrichment program. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English Language Arts and History. I am a firm advocate for the transformative power of education and I try to impart this appreciation to all...