Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Cambridge, MA

...interest in tutoring, and the year after I graduated I tutored student athletes at the university in English, History and Mythology classes. I believe that all students are highly capable, they just need the proper tools to gain the confidence to succeed. Some students simply don't have all the information they need to do something well, but this doesn't mean that they are automatically "bad" at reading or writing papers. I try to help students...

...understanding of the language. For the past three years I've worked in Vietnam in the country's largest English Center, Vietnam USA society. With this company I would work with every level of students from kindergarten all the way up to IELTS. Along with English I am also fluent in Vietnamese. My mother is Vietnamese and when I was five years old my parents moved to Ho Chi Minh City where I lived up until I...

...fullest potential, both personally and professionally. Music and guitar: I began studying guitar in 2007. Since then, I have spent eight years taking formal guitar lessons, four years playing in my high school jazz band, and two summers spent taking classes at the world-renowned Berklee College of Music, all while continuing to compose, perform, produce, and arrange my own original music. I have had my work featured on the radio in Boston, and have performed...

...weaknesses are, and their past experiences with the subject being discussed. I have found that engaging with the student and opening a line of communication helps me to determine what the focus of a session should be and how directly to approach learning specific topics. Some students require more direct visual step-by-step examples whereas others can benefit by completing a problem individually and then reviewing errors. Therefore, I try to keep in mind that figuring...

...all subject areas throughout high school and college. - Convenience: My most popular option is for sessions done over the Internet using Skype (if you have questions about how this works, email me!). If you are local and prefer to work in person, I will meet with you anywhere within a 30-minute radius of Hanover. - Customizability: I can provide help with homework assignments, extra practice on difficult concepts, enrichment beyond the school curriculum, occasional...

...of Technology (MIT). I received my Bachelor's of Science in Chemical Engineering. I am driven by an implacable urge to learn, explore, communicate and share knowledge with others. I now work as a high school biology and chemistry teacher at different levels with several years of experience : College Preparatory, Honors, and AP. I (primarily) tutor quantitative subjects : especially math, biology, and chemistry. I am also available to tutor SAT, ACT, and AP standardized...

...acquisition, reading, writing, and test preparation, I saw that these subjects overlap and correlate rather than exist as isolated categories possessing separate skill-sets. My teaching experience in Asia, North and South America has been enhanced by an exposure to different perspectives on teaching, learning, and socio-cultural dynamics. Encountering learning styles and customs from China, Mexico, the Middle East, and the U.S. encouraged both my communication and teaching styles to become flexible, student-centered, and responsive. Traveling...

...BA in elementary education with minors in mathematics and literacy. I also have two masters degrees (School Counseling and Administration). This is my 11th year in education. I am reliable with effective communication and will always do what is best for the client! I am fun and energetic to keep our sessions engaging while still keeping learning at the forefront. My main focus with Varsity Tutors has been SAT prep for students across the country....

...Reading Comprehension,Science ACT , Business Law and Elementary Math and Science. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, while also noting that not every student will be the best in every subject and nurturing their passions. In my spare time, I enjoy Anime, Manga, Video Games, Rock Climbing, Baking,and Reading With over 150 student successes, I guarantee that your child will achieve their...

...I used to make my sister play teacher with me (she was always the student, poor thing). Now I enjoy tutoring students of all ages in a variety of subjects. My favorite subject to tutor is math because, unlike English, the rules always stay the same. I also enjoy tutoring for both the ACTs and the SATs. It is great to see a student's scores improve as we work on practice tests and the different...

...more contracts coming in all of the time. I am pursuing my PhD in history, and I want to be an early North American historian. My thesis studied pregnant women convicted of witchcraft in Salem in 1692. I am currently waiting to hear back from programs, and my top choice is William and Mary. I have been accepted to the University of Maryland at College Park. I love working with children of all ages, and...

Hello! I am a freshman at Boston University studying Biochemistry. My passions include instrumental and vocal music, hiking, and reading. I'm excited to meet you!

...arts, I am most excited about teaching literature, reading comprehension, and English. I also am passionate about helping students polish essays and language skills in preparation for the SAT and ACT. I am a big believer in the values of a strong education, and am committed to helping people develop the skills they will need for the next chapter. In my spare time, I love to see live theater, attend concerts, play with dogs, and...

I have three years of experience in 1:1 tutoring and two years of experience in classroom teaching. I have experience with ADHD clients. Creative, agile, and willing to pivot to new teaching methods in order to best serve the clients.

...try to teach the process of solving problems, which students can use for themselves as they build confidence. I have a Masters Degree in Chemistry from Cornell, where I was a teaching assistant for Introductory Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry. While pursuing a PhD at RPI, I was a volunteer tutor for Chemistry and Chemical Engineering students. While working in industry, I taught my co-workers Statistics, Experiment Design, and Technical Writing. More recently, I...

...basic sciences. I really enjoy tutoring these subjects because my students and I work together to understand the principles underlying the problems, which helps us remember everything better and makes studying more enjoyable. My tutoring theory is that students either know the answer or know how to find it, and together we can make that happen. My wife and I spend our free time camping, cycling, running, reading and exploring New England, which we love!

...History. I received my BA in Liberal Studies from Westfield State University in 1997 and my 2nd BA in Philosophy from D'Youville College in 2003. As a Special Needs Teacher I plan meaningful lessons based on students' goals, objectives, grade level benchmarks, and common core objectives. I try to cater to the different learning styles of my students. I am also Orton Gillingham trained and believe that every student can succeed with hard work and...

...advanced language arts concepts. I obtained my bachelor's in English literature and my master's in secondary English education from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. I have recently relocated to the United States and am anxious to continue my teaching career. My enthusiasm for teaching is boundless. My aim is to promote global citizenship and a broader understanding of our post-technological revolution world through bettering understanding of the English language, its contextual intricacies, and global...

...University ('21) and upcoming M26 at Tufts University School of Medicine, and I really enjoy teaching! I think that giving students the right academic support will help them to overcome daunting subjects with more confidence! As someone pursuing a medical career, I understand the value of lifelong learning and the skills required to do so. Thus, I hope that I can share what I have learned in my journey so far so that other students...

...for anyone attempting to learn to speak English. I make sure my students learn how to do their work themselves, and believe in breaking down different study procedures and subject matter into small, bite-size pieces. Every student has the potential to be a successful reader and a successful writer, and the two skills really go hand-in-hand. When I'm not in classes or working, I love to travel, and I spend a lot of time doing...