Top Elementary Math Tutors serving Connecticut
Joy: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...high school years, revealed the deep insecurities we all carry as students. To a 6th grader, the thought of algebra was so frightening and intimidating that any reasoning disintegrated. So, we followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on,...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Current Undergrad, Physiology and Neurobiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Kendall: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...by learning strategies that can help them stay calm and be efficient. In particular, I want to help students who struggle with timed essays - I myself had to learn ways to complete them successfully, and I hope I can pass on some of these skills. Outside of school, I enjoy volunteering, making music, and reading. I have volunteered in a number of healthcare environments and would love to talk to any student who is...
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Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Study of Women, Gender, and Sexuality
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 800
Chris: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...hard to accept that a single number, derived from 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 mean the fancy vocabulary you'll want in a verbal section, but...
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Yale University - Current Undergrad, History
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800
Lucy: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...public health, biology, and studio art. I have been teaching in the sciences and humanities for nine years as a private tutor and have also worked as a health educator at Peer Health Exchange and employee of the NYU University Learning Center. I know that students learn best when they are organized, motivated, and interested in the subject matter. I support my students by helping them to plan out manageable study schedules, consistently providing positive...
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New York University - Bachelors, Global Public Health/Science
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
Peter: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...a rapport with a child in need of some academic help. I can keep a child engaged and keep to the subject matter. My strong suits are the basic sciences of Chemistry and Physics as well as Mathematics. I have taught the essentials of mechanics and engineering using Lego and I have taught the basics of civics and business as a Junior Achievement teacher in the upper elementary schools. I worked with adults as an...
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Charter Oak State College - Bachelor in Arts, Business Communications
Heather: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...the Holy Cross where I double majored in English and Music. I am also a graduate of Tufts University where I earned a Master's of Arts in Ethnomusicology. Recently, I became certified to teach English through the Connecticut State Department of Education. As early as college I began tutoring. I have tutored in Math, Music, English as a Second Language, Reading, and Writing. I have tutored while living on both coasts as well as while...
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College of the Holy Cross - Bachelor in Arts, English, Music
Tufts University - Master of Arts, Ethnomusicology
State Certified Teacher
Kimberly: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...Psychology. I am a Certified Teacher in grades K-6. I have my Master's in Elementary Education from Sacred Heart University. After graduating with my Master's, I was hired as an Academic Support Teacher at an elementary school. I work with Tier 2 and Tier3 students who need support in Reading and Writing. These students include ELL students. I also have experience tutoring middle school students in Math. I love to make learning fun and finding...
Education & Certification
Sacred Heart University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Sacred Heart University - Master of Science, Elementary Education
Dario: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
I am a middle school math teacher with over eight years of teaching experience. I am passionate about teaching and always think of new ways to motivate students to love mathematics. My teaching style involves integrating different learning modalities in each lesson, while building a solid foundation of higher order thinking skills. Students tend to enjoy their time learning with me and increase their confidence in their abilities. ... My teaching philosophy is that each student...
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CUNY- John Jay College - Bachelor of Science, Police Science
CUNY- City College of New York - Master of Science, Mathematics Education
AJ: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...State University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and graduated from the University's School of Education. Throughout my time in school and since I graduated, I have tutored countless students of all ages in math in groups and individually. I have also worked in math classrooms alongside teachers assisting the students. I have also worked with students who needed help with their SAT prep. I have experience working with students who are younger...
Education & Certification
Central Connecticut State University - Bachelors, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 700
Lauren: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
I am passionate about teaching; my mother said my brother was able to skip kindergarten because I taught him everything I was learning at school! I am a graduate of the University of Connecticut, where I earned a bachelor's degree in English; I also am a 15-year homeschooling "veteran." Most recently, I have worked in a private school teaching grammar, pre-algebra, and physical science. My hobbies include piano, hiking, and singing. ... I make sure they...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, English
Jaclyn: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...specializes in general, special and gifted education. I have an abundant background in and outside of the classroom working with students of all ages and ability levels. Over the years I have been a substitute and math/reading elementary school teacher, homeschool/at home instructor, private tutor, camp counselor and director. In addition, I have worked closely with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder as a behavioral therapist, life skills coach and shift leader in ABA, art and...
Education & Certification
College of Mount Saint Vincent - Bachelors, Childhood Education 1-6
Canisius College - Masters, Differentiated Instruction
Max: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...always understood my colleagues' frustrations when confronted with difficult math problems, and found great joy in taking the time to help them understand and to guide them through the problem. I have years of experience in informal peer tutoring, and have found that I have the ability to connect with people and engage them with the subject at hand. I understand the importance of recognizing students' weak points and addressing them, and find that with...
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Marist College - Bachelors, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Verbal: 780
SAT Writing: 780
Sheena: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
MBA graduate from Sacred Heart University with a concentration in finance. Over 5 years of logistic operations experience from barges to rail, truck and air transportation. Inventory analyst and warehousing professional from freezer warehousing to storage of dry goods.I have 6 years of trade finance experience from working in a global commodity trading company. 13 years of a plethora of accounting and finance experience.
Education & Certification
Sacred Heart University - Bachelors, Finance
Sacred Heart University - Masters, Finance
Jeff: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...my thing" or "I can't do math". I say they are wrong. It is my firm belief that anyone can become competent in math, just as anyone can learn how to drive. True, some are better than others and some pick it up quicker than others, but everyone can do it. It just takes someone to help guide you through its complexities. It takes someone who will take the time to identify the blockage points...
Education & Certification
Hofstra University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Manhattanville College - Master of Arts Teaching, Mathematics Education
State Certified Teacher
Michael: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...of 2015, working towards a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering. I have been tutoring for four years in a professional setting and seven years on a volunteer basis, specializing in math and science education. I also worked as a curriculum designer for an SAT tutoring firm. I enjoy tutoring because I am strongly against the practice of teaching to the lowest common denominator of students and I believe that every student is entitled...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 760
Manuel : Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...for tuna. There is a lot of preparation, a long trip is to be expected, but there is nothing like the excitement when you are in the moment and the pay-off at the end of the day is priceless. As a teacher, I bring interest, wonderment, and a sense of accomplishment to the students. Positive behavior support is at the foundation for all of my lessons. I feel that the students deserve to know when...
Education & Certification
Southampton College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, Marine Concentration
College of New Rochelle - Master of Science, Education
State Certified Teacher
William: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...but never charged any money for it. I wanted to help them get through their classes so that they could continue making their dreams come true. I ended up taking a hiatus from school for a little while to take care of family, but then went back in January of 2014 to Tunxis Community College. It is at Tunxis where I began my career as a tutor. I got CRLA Certified through Tunxis and I've...
Education & Certification
Tunxis Community College - Associates, General studies in science
Kayla: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...elementary school, as well as a tutor. I earned a Bachelors in Science in Elementary Education. I am certified to teach kindergarten through sixth grade. I have my Masters in Teaching and Learning in Technology. I believe all students can learn. A tutor’s job is to use the student’s strengths as a leaner, and their learning style to teach them successful strategies to master skills and concepts. Outside from my career, I love to listen...
Education & Certification
Central Connecticut State University - Bachelors, Elementary education
Western Governors University - Masters, Teaching and learning with technology
Alesia: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...of Connecticut. I also completed a Master's in Education at Southern CT State University. This summer I am excited to begin my Educational Leadership degree in order to obtain my certification to be a school principal! I am currently a 1st grade teacher. I love working with students and helping them to reach their goals! Learning should be intriguing and engaging, and I take pride in making it so for my students. While I am...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University - Masters, Education
Elizabeth: Connecticut Elementary Math tutor
Certified Elementary Math Tutor in Connecticut
...auditory learners and work better with pneumonic devices, while others are visual learners and work best with concept maps or flashcards. It is critical to tailor my style to each student’s needs and interests in order to help them succeed. The way I explained multiplying decimals may not work the next week when I try to explain multiplying fractions, for example, I have to be malleable to the student’s needs. Outside of school and studying...
Education & Certification
Grand Valley State University - Bachelor of Science, Cell and Molecular Biology
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Master of Science, Infectious Disease and Microbiology
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