Top SSAT Tutors serving Connecticut
Alexander: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...English-Language Arts (reading comprehension with students grades 1-4). I've worked in environments ranging from a charter school in the South Bronx to a prep school in Connecticut. In mathematics in particular I have strong experience working with students who have learning disabilities. I'm near-fluent in German and Spanish, have a year of Chinese under my belt, and have introductory familiarity with Turkish, Korean, French, Italian, and Japanese. If you ever need a conversation practice partner...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
David: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...student -- lots of feedback and one-to-one attention, not so much lecture. I've been working in education for nearly 10 years, as a tutor, classroom teacher (I am certified in Math 7-12 in Connecticut), and developer of teaching materials. My most recent gigs have been hourly / independent contractor / free-lance, which I haven't put on my resume. I've been tutoring, mostly for the Hamden (CT) school district as a three-quarters-time job but also occasionally for...
Education & Certification
Union College - Bachelors, Computer Science
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion-New York - Masters, Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 760
Elizabeth: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...both public and private schools and in a variety of curricula: Everyday and Singapore Math, Reading and Writing Workshop among others. I love helping with test prep; SAT, ISEE, SSAT. My students have increased confidence and scores, and have gained admission to top independent schools and colleges after our time spent in test prep. I love helping students find meaning in their learning. So, you won't be bored. We will develop a plan each session...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Unknown, Music/English
Long Island University - Unknown, Library Science
Landon: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...drilling flash cards, and reworking problems without receiving the same results. School just never came naturally for me, and I often felt incompetent, unmotivated and embarrassed to ask for help. Thankfully, I had wonderful teachers, mentors, and tutors along the way that helped me master the strategies and techniques that worked best for my studies and inspired me to love learning. I became increasingly confident throughout the years, eventually earning a spot at my dream...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Public Relations and Government
ACT English: 32
Katie : Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
I graduated from the University of Connecticut with degrees in both Accounting and English. I worked as an accountant for a year before I went back to school to earn my Masters in Education. I currently teach high school English and Theater. As a tutor, I use modeling and mini-lessons to help my students reach their potential.
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, English and Accounting
University of Connecticut - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Richard: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
Hi, my name is Richard. I have graduated from college with a Bachelor of Science in physics. Throughout my time in college, I have tutored an array of students ranging in various skills of mathematics and physics and ages. I love the feeling of helping others understand and gain an appreciation for the fields through the sessions we have. My goal is to help students solve problems on their own, but also have some fun...
Education & Certification
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Sanaea: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...get excited about the subjects they are learning and inculcating strong study habits at a young age. I have always enjoyed being involved in education and have extensive experience tutoring elementary school age and high school students. Science has always been one of my favorite subjects, so I would love to share my enthusiasm for the natural and physical world with students! I have also taken many standardized tests including taking the SAT three times,...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Margaret: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...French with four years of experience. In both languages, I focus on grammar skills, essay writing, and standardized test preparation, especially the SAT and SAT II. I most often tutor high school and college students, but have found that young children are also some of my favorite to teach! I have additional experience with ESL students and those with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, ADHD and cognitive impairments. Language arts are a true passion of mine,...
Education & Certification
Barnard College, Columbia University - Bachelor in Arts, Religion
Middlebury College - Master of Arts, French
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 800
Dammy: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
Hi, my name is Dammy. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a Bachelors in Public Health in 2010. I have taken the MCAT and will be matriculating to medical school in the fall. I have tutored students in middle school all the way through college. I love learning, especially about science, but more importantly, I love teaching and helping others.
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
Deleta: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
My goal is to help every student to the best of my ability.
Education & Certification
CUNY Lehman College - Bachelor of Science, Sociology
CUNY Lehman College - Current Grad Student, Education
Dana: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...how to listen to my students. In addition, I am compassionate, patient and I realize that each student is an individual with different learning styles. I actively consider my students' needs when planning lessons to ensure that their goals are met. I believe that regular assessments are integral for monitoring progress. Assessments can be formal or informal, but they are necessary to check for understanding as well as to evaluate strengths and weaknesses.
Education & Certification
Southern Connecticut State University - Bachelors, English
Southern Connecticut State University - Masters, TESOL
Kayla: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...am a teacher at an 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...
Education & Certification
Central Connecticut State University - Bachelors, Elementary education
Western Governors University - Masters, Teaching and learning with technology
Keisha: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...was through her Aunt's influence Keisha discovered she wanted to be a teacher. In 2004, she went to Sacred Heart University and graduated with a Bachelors in Sociology. Keisha's extracurricular activities during college focused on working with students in urban areas where she tutored and mentored. After her undergrad, she spent three years working as Preschool teacher at a federally funded Head Start program serving low-income families. In 2012, she moved on to working as...
Education & Certification
Sacred Heart University - Bachelors, Sociology
Cambridge College - Masters, Early Childhood Education
Alyssa: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...passion for human rights, and also solidified my desire to help others. During my senior year, I researched and compared the educational systems and conditions faced by Chinese migrant children and those faced by undocumented children in America. As a long time athlete, I understand the value of coaching and teamwork. This is reflected in my tutoring; I believe that creating a dynamic partnership between student and tutor allows for even greater and more sustained...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
LSAT: 166
Matthew: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...and I work well with students who are willing to make an effort toward improving. I can tutor in the following subjects: - Math (elementary, middle-school, pre-algebra, algebra 1, algebra 2, geometry, and introductory trigonometry and precalculus) - German (introductory and intermediate) - Test prep (including SAT, ACT, and GRE) - Biology (high-school and introductory, college-level) - Chemistry (high-school and introductory, college-level inorganic) I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, along with minors...
Education & Certification
Brandeis University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Current Grad Student, Library and Information Science
Dana: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...viewing my page with Varsity Tutors. I am a 3rd grade teacher in an integrated co-teaching classroom. I have been teaching for 6 years and I love it more every day. I have also been tutoring for just as long, helping students to learn material that may be challenging or confusing, in addition, to helping their parents with strategies and advice for the nights I am not there. I believe learning should be enjoyable and...
Education & Certification
The University of Scranton - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
State University of New York at New Paltz - Master of Arts, Special Education
Michael: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...the University of Rochester Class 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...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 760
Jamie: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...teach pre-kindergarten physical education classes, and run a cooperative education program in the Naugatuck Valley of Connecticut. My current goal is to step back into the classroom and teach in an elementary school. Over the years I have worked in a variety of areas in the field of education. I have worked in many different settings with children of all ages, abilities, interests and backgrounds. My journey started while I was interning in the Hamden...
Education & Certification
Albertus Magnus College - Bachelors, Sociology/Law
University of New Haven - Masters, Elementary Education
Christopher: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...teaching experiences have been varied across all departments. I have partnered with several different co-teachers in an ICT environment in the English and Math departments. I have also taught pull-out interventions for literacy, along with writing and conducting testing for Individualized Education Plans. I have received comprehensive training to prepare our students for standardized state assessments, as well as integrating our curriculum with Common Core Learning Standards. In addition, I initiated several after-school clubs to...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelors, English
CUNY Hunter College - Masters, Special Education
Lucy: Connecticut SSAT tutor
Certified SSAT Prep Tutor in Connecticut
...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 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...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelors, Global Public Health/Science
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32
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