Award-Winning ACT English Tutors serving Newton, MA

...of other subjects as needed. As a tutor, I am laid back but ask my students to challenge themselves. I want learning to become part of everyday life, not an obligation. Tutoring writing, in particular, allows me to really see the whole process of thinking for a student. From the formulation of an idea, to finding a voice, to going through the details of an argument, writing offers insight into the key learning practices of...

...my tutoring style. I am very patient and understand that sometimes a concept needs to be explained in several different ways in order for it to truly make sense, so I will keep working at it until the concept is understood. In my free time I enjoy journalling, reading, and a fair amount of Netflix. I also play Ultimate Frisbee and am a radio DJ for my college station, so my music knowledge is pretty...

...engineering physics, and a math minor. I have been tutoring for more than 6 years. For 2.5 years, I taught math to Cornell Engineering undergraduates, and I looked forward to it every week! On Varsity Tutors, I tutor up to college level mathematics and physics, test prep (including AP courses, and SAT reading/writing). Explaining difficult math and science concepts in plain English is my forte. I love teaching and will be glad to help anyone...

...I am also deeply familiar with the genre of the college application essay, and can advise students from my experience as a tutor who has worked with students on their college application essays as well as an administrator who has reviewed hundreds of grant applications for cultural non-profits. Finally, I am well-versed with a range of standardized tests, having earned an International Baccalaureate diploma and scored in the very top percentiles for the SAT and...

...clear and engaging ways. For instance, while tutoring adolescents enrolled in the Boston-based Artists for Humanity program, I would often teach students whom I had never worked with before, and thus became adept at quickly discovering and implementing the strategies that worked best for a particular student (e.g., visual/tactile examples, analogies, and breaking down complex problems into smaller parts). While tutoring a janitorial staff member in preparation for the mathematics portion of her GED high...

...special educator and reading specialist currently working at the high school level. I previously have tutored students with learning disabilities, English language learners, and regular education students of all levels. I am a Wilson Reading System certified teacher as well. I am a mother of three boys under the age of 15, one of which is dyslexic. Every student can learn and succeed. I am here to make sure that happens for your child!

...from a family of educators, who instilled in me a belief that education is the key to unlocking many doors that one might have never even known existed. I strongly believe that education is so much more than a means to any sort of professional ends, and is rather tied to our innate desire to understand the world around us. It is this philosophy that motivates me to mentor others so that they might reach...

I am a college student who loves working with people. I like all academic subjects, but am particularly fond of math and science.

...I thoroughly enjoyed my four years of teaching and primarily helped students from underrepresented backgrounds. Currently, I am a graduate student at Brown University, pursuing a PhD in Chemical, Environmental, and Biochemical Engineering. My research interests include synthetic biology, nanotechnology, and mathematical modeling. I hope to continue a career in research through academia upon graduation. Please feel free to email me, text me, or call me to set up an appointment. I have flexible availability...

...for all these and the science section of the ACT), as well as SAT subject tests or AP exams in any of the above subject areas * College essays and applications My commitment is to offer you the following: - Aptitude: I scored a perfect 2400 on the SAT, 5 on ten AP exams across all subject areas, 170/170 on the quantitative section of the GRE and 168/170 on the verbal section, and received high academic...

My name is Laura. I am a graduate student who has many years of experience tutoring a variety of subjects. My life ambition is to be a college professor, so I can share my love of education and psychology with future generations. I am a patient and passionate tutor, and it is my goal to help you succeed in your academics so you can move on to be successful in all you attempt in life.

Hello future students! I'm excited to start working with you all. My name Will and I'm currently a student and writing tutor at Oberlin College. I'm here to help you develop your own writing voice and ability, as well as to engage with your ideas themselves. I'm certain we'll be able to make good progress and have a good time working together.

...levels on several topics for over a decade. I have a B.S. in physics, and a master's in Nuclear Science and Engineering from WPI. I completed my second master's in particle astrophysics at the university of Strasbourg in France. I love getting students excited about learning and helping them through difficult topics. One of my favorite challenges is working with students to figure out their specific learning styles to optimize their academic performance.

Welcome to my tutor page! I am a committed educator with years of experience as both a classroom teacher and private tutor in a wide array of subjects. I am committed to working with students to support them in achieving their full potential. I look forward to hearing from you!... My teaching philosophy is centered on the student. Everyone learns differently, and as a tutor, it's my responsibility to figure out how to connect students to...

...lot of singing, acting, writing, and reading. At school, I am the president of my improv comedy troupe, I write sketch comedy, I enjoy directing musicals and plays, I am an active member of a sorority, I write for my school newspaper, and I am the vice president of Sigma Tau Delta, the English honors society. I am very active in my student theatre group, of which I was previously Artistic Director, and I write...

...Computational Mathematics from the Caltech and am currently pursuing an MA in Jazz Composition at the Berklee College of Music. I have been tutoring a wide range of subjects since tutoring, including STEM, music, and SAT/ACT. I enjoy working with students of all levels and appreciate that every student has a different learning style. My teaching style is warm and compassionate, and I strongly believes in working alongside students to build confidence and proficiency.

Chemical and Physical Biology student, hoping to make it big! Great scores, multiple years of experience tutoring

I am a recent graduate of Indiana University. I majored in Human Biology with an area of concentration in Human Growth and Development, as well as minored in Chemistry and Psychology. I am currently applying to medical school. My tutoring experience has been tutoring English in Austria, and I have been a student of the Kaplan MCAT course. Outside of academia I enjoy reading, running, and rock climbing. I look forward to hearing from you!

...genetics, a study group leader in statistics, and tutor in cell biology. Since graduation, I have been working as a clinical research coordinator in pediatric genetics at Massachusetts General Hospital. I'm a lifelong learner loves learning from the perspectives of my students. Whether it's exploring new ways to conceptualize statistics or assisting in crafting a college essay, I am excited about being an academic ally. In my spare time, I enjoy mountain biking, skiing, and...

...college student in Boston! I moved from California to Boston last year for my college education. I am very educated in English and essay structuring, currently majoring in English hoping to become a professor once I attain my masters! I have tutored a multitude of individuals during my time within college along with younger students in high school and elementary school! I have given talks and taught summer courses within colleges such as University Of...