Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Stamford, CT

...Neuroscience. Since college, I have tutored elementary school students in Math and English; high school students in Chemistry and Physics with learning disabilities; and college students in Neuroscience. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about General Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Neuroscience. In my experience supporting struggling students, we always seem to have the most fun figuring out stoichiometry, metabolic reactions, neurotransmitters and more in prepping for college exams. I love...

...tutored other high school students one-on-one as part of a volunteer program, and also volunteered at my Hebrew School as a teacher's aide for children in grades 2-5. I also was hired by Stanford Summer College as a Residential Tutor for one summer, where I held office hours for high school students taking college courses at Stanford, and helped high school seniors with their college applications. At this point, most of my teaching is through...

...not unique to this. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from CUNY Brooklyn College. There I learned what it meant to look after my fellow student as a peer mentor. I went on to learn what it meant to teach during my time as a service learner, where I tutored students I middle school among duties. While I enjoy tutoring I am most passionate about English and Psychology as not only do...

...Johns Hopkins University. I have extensive experience as a researcher, specifically within the Humanities. I love to help students find a subject about which they can become passionate. I have four years experience working in the Department of Undergraduate Admissions at Hopkins; and, thus, have a deep understanding about the College Admissions process. I am also an actor and have many years of vocal training, both as a student and as a tutor.

Hi my name is Ashley Rivera. I hope to be you or your child's next tutor! I have experience teaching K to 4 as well as 7 to 12 grades. I currently am a high school special education teacher and have experience doing one on one tutoring. Looking forward to having a conversation about possibly enhancing your learning!

...countries and people! As a tutor, I ensure that I am breaking down steps as much as possible and explaining why I am taking each step. At the end of the session, the student will know why they are doing what they are doing, not just memorizing steps. Outside of education, I am interested in swimming and running as sports, and I have an old film camera that I regularly use. Developing film has become...

...Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, Literature, Phonics, Reading, and Writing. I believe that all students possess the capabilities to produce greatness if they apply themselves and take a determined approach towards the attainment of excellence. As an experienced and passionate tutor/educator, I come equipped with a variety of tutoring styles and teaching/learning strategies all aimed at academic enhancement. My strategies are very student centered and are developed based on a student's/client's interest, academic level and...

...of experience working in science education at a science museum, and have tutored students in Latin all throughout high school. I will be a peer writing tutor at Middlebury in the fall. I have a passion for the humanities (especially writing) and languages, and I hope to share that with my students. Despite struggling with math and science throughout middle and high school, I declared my major in neuroscience because of how fascinated and challenged...

...that is best suited for them. I strive to help people help themselves. Learning is a creative experience and fostering a passion for learning creates people who will inspire others to do the same. I enjoy working with all age groups and particularly those students who feel stressed out by the impersonal nature of technology and certain educational environments. I am an effective mentor for students who have difficulty using the web as a research...

...Arts in English and Theater Studies. I tutor a variety of subjects, but I have the most fun with English and Writing. While still at Yale, I worked at the Cooperative Arts and Humanities High School teaching writing and playwriting to freshmen students. I saw exciting advancements in my students' skills during my time there, and I believe it was because I made sure that my classes were always fun as well as informative. I...

...a B.S. in Marketing, International Business, and Computer Applications. After graduation, I worked as a Systems Analyst for two years. During that time, I volunteered at a NYC After School Program for "at risk" elementary, middle, and high school students. This experience inspired me to become a New York City substitute teacher and enroll in Teachers College, Columbia University. I graduated from Teachers College with a M.A. in Elementary Inclusive Education with a Gifted Extension...

...eventually moved to rural Vermont where I grew up on a farm. In Vermont I competitively ski raced and played on the Varsity Tennis team. I attended Middlebury College, class of 2015, where I majored in Economics and minored in French. Throughout high school and college I have tutored an extremely diverse group of clients ranging from language study for adults, test preparation for rising seniors, and peer tutoring at the college level. This past...

...(biking in NYC), traveling, and learning languages. As far as my specialties, I'm an organized professional with proven teaching, guidance, and mentorship skills. I possess a strong track record in improving core competency skills and executive functioning for students with special needs and those requiring remedial support. I'm skilled at communicating complex information in a simple, inviting manner. I enjoy and connect with my students and families and invest them in their learning journey. I...

...May of 2012 with a Bachelors in Liberal Arts. I majored in Multi-Language (Spanish, French & Mandarin) and minored in Communications. Personally, as a language student myself, I completely understand the struggles and frustrations that come when learning a language for the first time. It can become difficult to understand or comprehend, which then causes the student to shut down making it harder to learn. As a language tutor I want to help eliminate that...

...a Bachelor of Arts in History. While in school, I frequently engaged in collaborative work with other students. Since that time I have tutored in remedial English at Housatonic Community College and have worked with teenagers and young adults on the autism spectrum to improve their social and critical thinking skills. My greatest tutoring interests are history especially East Asian history, geography, writing, and literature, all multifaceted subjects which lend themselves to open discussion. I...

...the California Scholarship Federation. I am most passionate about tutoring students in English, grammar, and essay writing. I also have experience in helping students with organization and study skills in addition to resumes and college essays/applications. I use a variety of methods tailored to each students' learning style, ranging from creating flow charts and study guides together to discussion or activity based learning. Outside of work in my free time, I am a dancer and...

...City. He teaches SAT and ACT prep classes to 10th and 11th grade students at The Lycee Francais of New York, The Spence School, The Nightingale Bamford School, and LaGuardia High School. For the past 4 years, he has tutored hundreds of students one-on-one for the SSAT, ISEE, and SAT II Math Subject Tests (I and II). He also advises students applying to performing arts conservatories and coaches students on their college application essays. Johann...

...been teaching 11th grade English for 5 years now. I specialize in teaching students who are in danger of failing the state mandated test, the HSPA. I have yet to have one of my students fail this test! I am a very motivated, upbeat, effervescent person who is passionate about teaching. It is rewarding to help determined students become successful. As for tutoring, I can help your son or daughter improve their testing scores, help...

...many years. I'm not just an Ivy League grad, but an Ivy League professor too. Early retirement gives me the opportunity to use my experience to continue to help students improve. Reduce the frustrations and anxiety you feel about tests and writing with an experienced person like me to guide you. Learning should be enjoyable and I am good at patiently building on your strengths while helping you identify and overcome weaknesses. With a good...

I work with students and parents to tailor lessons to make sure they're learning in their own best pace and style.