Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Stamford, CT

...love of reading, writing and problem solving, and a deep passion for southern barbecue! I have tutored students ages K-4 all the way through college-bound SAT takers, both in and outside of formal classroom settings. Though my wide range of tutoring experiences has taught me to adapt to different learning styles and personalities, it has also left me with the understanding that every path to academic success begins with confidence and a positive attitude. My...

...Prior to university, I coached a local public speaking team and taught as a section instructor for the front ensemble of a local marching band in my hometown in Michigan. Currently, I assist my fellow peers in learning any subject from calculus to music theory. I have a love for both the hard sciences and the arts; I am most passionate about tutoring in math, percussion performance, music theory, and public speaking. I deeply believe...

...2005 with experience teaching in public, private and parochial schools across New York City and Philadelphia. Will has taught pre-K through high school English, History/Social Studies, Science, and Performing Arts. Most recently, he taught middle and high school students at the Garden School in Jackson Heights, Queens. He has also held teaching positions at the Blue School, Packer Collegiate, The Spence School, Friends Seminary, Trinity School, Poly Prep, Breakthrough Collaborative, and Stages on the Sound....

I am a recent graduate of Pratt Institute, an art school located in Brooklyn. I studied 2d animation and digital arts and I have a passion for reading and writing. I aim to help students not only learn literature/English, I want them to find joy in the subject and the many opportunities it can open up for them!

...majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Creative Writing. I'm very passionate about the intersection of the brain with advocacy, as I enjoy writing and learning about how neuroscience affects equity, healthcare, and mental health. While I tutor in a broad range of subjects, I'm most passionate about Biology, English, and test prep. I think that there's a wonderful connection between the STEM and Humanities, in the sense that we cannot fully appreciate STEM without immersing...

I am a graduate of Northwestern University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Political Science with a social science concentration in Sociology. Since graduation, I have worked primarily as a journalist and editor in the news industry. I am passionate about history, writing, reading, political science, and sociology and have an extensive history with math - having come from a long line of math educators.

...conspiracy theory regarding Jack the Ripper. He encouraged me to read the books that he kept beside his chair in the living room, always asking me questions, always pushing me to really think about things the way they are instead of the way we are told they should be. I believe that everyone has the potential to really make themselves into something, however this is an impossible task without a solid education. I hope to...

...of Business at University of Michigan I've been teaching and tutoring for close to two decades. I tutor all test prep including GMAT and LSAT. I used to teach AP Psychology and AP English, and tutor many other AP classes along with general school work. I teach via the Socratic Method, asking pointed questions that will guide you to the answer, ensuring that you can learn the material yourself as opposed to me telling it...

...tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about acting and writing. People are more creative and expressive than they give themselves credit for, and I love helping a student of any age discover that they do, in fact, have what it takes for acting, public speaking, writing, or any other form of creative expression. My approach starts with what the student already knows, and then pushes her or him outside of the...

...and experiences so I can make analogies to ideas and concepts they already know about. Part of prepping for standardized tests is feeling confident and building my students' confidence is something I constantly work towards. In my free time I am a sports maniac and play on multiple soccer teams. I love using athletics to describe key concepts such as comparing the Patriot's position during the Revolutionary War to home field advantage at a sporting...

...college. I specialize in science and math but am very good at English composition and writing. Each student learns and understands differently, so I prioritize teaching in a way that suits them. That philosophy can apply to their learning style but also their lifestyle. I've found that this comprehensive approach helps students feel less intimidated and allows them to build confidence as they tackle challenging material. The process of breaking down complex concepts, improving students'...

...the classroom. I have a New York State teaching certification and a master's degree in Elementary Education (grades 1-6) from the Relay Graduate School of Education. I received my B.A. in Psychology from Dartmouth College, graduating in 2014. I have spent much of my time in the last 12 years teaching and coaching kids of all ages and backgrounds. My content knowledge spans all subjects for elementary education, with a focus in English and Math....

...Mental Health Studies at NYU. I have always found it hard to find a teacher who is willing to alter their teaching style in order for me to learn. Thus, I try my best to understand a students learning style so that I can teach in a manner they will understand the most. I have tutored students between the ages of 3 and 18 in reading and math until the college level. I have also...

I strive for my students to be their best and will always push to enhance their learning. Language can be hard, but not with the right plan and the right tutor.

...use context clues to answer reading questions, and gain a better understanding of their English material. As a tutor, my style is to have fun with my students and establish a friendly bond. I find that this makes the learning come much easier, and paints a picture of their understanding beyond the homework page. I like to know what my students are interested in, how they enjoy school, their favorite subjects, their day-to-day, their extra-curricular...

...English. During college I played on the varsity baseball team and spent a semester studying in Israel. Since graduation, I have been living in New York and working as a private tutor for families and for individual students. Although there are a variety of subjects that I enjoy tutoring, my favorites include English and History. I also have experience in tutoring the SAT. I try to make each tutoring session fun and engaging, tailoring the...

...on mental strategy, organization, and skill, all techniques that are very teachable. While absorbing content is important, the way we look at the question being asked and the way we understand the test itself is just as crucial to success, especially in standardized testing. Therefore, no matter what subject I tutor, it is my goal not just to help the student memorize information and facts, but to lead them towards understanding the underlying goals and...

...journalist, my schedule was flexible and I was able to maintain several tutoring jobs throughout the city as well as Long Island. Currently, I teach English Composition at Saint Joseph's College where I am also earning an M.F.A. in Creative Writing where I will continue to pursue my hopes of becoming an author. For the past seven years, I have tutored students for the ELA Regents Exam, PSAT, SAT, ACT, SHSAT, 7th NYS ELA Exam...

...material, while my EMT training has further sharpened my ability to remain calm under pressure and explain complex information clearly and confidently. My work in real estate also speaks to my discipline and commitment to self-directed learning, skills that will allow me to connect with students preparing for standardized tests or struggling with demanding coursework. Additionally, my bioethics internship experience underscores my ability to engage in interdisciplinary learning, making me uniquely qualified to tutor subjects...

I hold a BFA in Writing, Literature & Publishing from Emerson College and an MFA in Creative Writing from Fairfield University, where I graduated with a 4.0 GPA. I have been published three times for my fiction writing, and would love to help others improve their writing! I specialize in all types of writing, from analytical essays to opinion pieces and blog posts. I can also help with reading comprehension work.