Award-Winning ACT Reading Tutors in Newton, MA

...Relay Graduate School of Education. I am now teaching 7th grade math. As a teacher, I have learned that instilling the zeal of learning in children is a difficult task, but a road that is worthwhile. Getting scholars to crush that academic goal they have set for themselves and seeing them work towards achieving it brings hope. While teaching, I am also tutoring 5th to 12th graders and helping in bringing their confidence level up....

I am a very experienced high school and middle school teacher/tutor, as I have been tutoring or teaching in some capacity since August of 2010. I have always loved making personal connections with students and helping them make daunting studies (such as math or test preparation) more approachable. My favorite part of my job is empowering students to be more independent learners and helping them develop confidence in their abilities.

...TX to complete a post-doctorate fellowship at Texas A&M University. I received my Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Master's degree in Psychology, and PhD in Experimental Psychology all from the University of Vermont. For the past four years, I have tutored high school students in standardized test prep (including PSAT, SAT, and ACT), Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry and Trigonometry. One of the things I love most about tutoring is pinpointing a students' learning style and...

...able to tutor ACT writing and reading as well as basic math and basic micro and macroeconomics. I can also edit essays and give lessons on grammar. My favorite subject to tutor is reading comprehension because I enjoy teaching how to critically analyze passages. I believe that you have truly mastered a concept once you can explain it back to someone, so I use this idea in my tutoring style. I am very patient and...

...an undergraduate student at a Private R1 Research University with a vigorous liberal arts core, I am well-rounded in the social sciences. I am majoring in Sociology and Creative Writing with minors in Psychology and Social Justice, aiming at a PhD in Education Policy. In high school, I attended a college preparatory school where I took all AP and Honors curriculum, so I have experience in most AP and Honors coursework in the social sciences....

...Since graduation, I have been working in a private Catholic school in Cambridge, Massachusetts, teaching English primarily to 9th and 10th graders students. I also teach a course on Creative Writing, which is open to all students and examines how to craft a compelling narrative in any medium, including college essays and fiction. As a learner and an educator, I have always been most passionate about reading and writing because I believe each student should...

...experienced enhancer of student capabilities with hands-on one to one and group tutoring. Proficient in use of technology to support and enhance students learning. A graduate of Chemistry (magna cum laude) from the University of Massachusetts, Boston with bias in the following subjects: Algebra, Biology, Chemistry and Math. Currently a BioTech professional with a passion to teach concepts and techniques to students of all skills level and promote the study and interest in the sciences.

...of my own. My passion for teaching and tutoring began early in my college career, when I started as a teaching assistant in the Carleton Biology department my sophomore year. I helped teach introductory biology courses, genetics, cell biology and immunology to classes ranging from 30-70 students, and I tutored AP biology students at the local high school. While I have studied and tutored biology in most depth, I also have extensive classroom and tutoring...

In high school, I took 8 AP classes with no score lower than a 3. I then went to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where I majored in molecuar and cellular biology with a minor in chemistry. During that time, I also tutored fellow peers and underclassmen in organic chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and biology. Post-graduation, I worked for another tutoring company that focused on ACT/SAT preparation. All of...

...I graduated from the United World College in Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. At this school, my interest in tutoring and getting to know different people was ignited when I started tutoring non-native English speakers. I learned to be patient while teaching new subjects and to cater to the needs and interests of my students. I have lots of experience taking standardized tests such as the ACT and AP tests and would love to spread...

...love helping students learn and explore all science subjects! In my classroom we have a 75 gallon fish tank which we use to explore ecology concepts and we do many laboratory experiences throughout the year. My expertise is in Biology and AP Biology. I have a passion for both thanks to growing up with a father who was a passionate doctor and fostered his love of learning about the world with me. I have taught...

...Green, Brown's only site-specific student theater group; I even assistant directed a production of Shakespeare's "The Winter's Tale" in the Fall of my senior year. I tutor a very broad range of subjects, but my preferences lie with the liberal arts (English, writing, reading, history, etc.). That said, I also enjoy the sensation of testing myself that I experience when doing math problems: I find satisfaction in solving a problem. That applies to standardized tests,...

...math tutoring and test prep at all levels. I am very goal oriented and I bring this into my sessions - my students and I are constantly setting and readjusting our performance and learning goals. I have worked with both groups and private clients through various different outlets and have experience with both in person and online tutoring - however, through Varsity Tutoring I will only be doing online tutoring sessions. If you have specific...

I am available to tutor in writing, English, test prep, and many other subjects. I enjoy helping people advance and realize their potential.

Hello! My name is Nikola Muromcew. I am a current sophomore at Tufts University, where I am pursuing a BA in Mathematics. I have loved math since elementary school and look forward to working with you to foster your love for math as well!

...community work in the nonprofit sector, I have learned to think outside of the box and get creative when it comes to problem solving and assisting folks reach their personal goals. As a tutor I am passionate and patient while cultivating a supportive learning environment for every student. I believe that everyone should be met where they're at, both in knowledge and experience. I assist learners reach their academic goals tailored to each individual's needs....

...English Immersion (endorsement). In addition to my bachelors and masters degree listed above, I attended a special education program for students with moderate disabilities through Northeastern University and an Urban Leadership Program through Cambridge College's Center for Advanced Graduate Studies. I have put into application a variety of programs focused on targeting the needs of a variety of students. This includes TERC Investigations Mathematics, Lucy Calkins Writing Curriculum, Reading Street Literacy Program, Foss Science Curriculum,...

Every student has his or her own learning strengths and weaknesses. A Good teacher is able to discern those strengths and weaknesses, and tailor the lessons to match the student's optimal learning method. I try to determine the student's learning strengths and weaknesses as part of my tutoring effort, so that the student can get the most out of our sessions.

Hello! My name is Michael and I graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a B.A. in Integrative Biology. I have tutored since high school, ranging in grades K through college, and teach a variety of subjects including math, science, reading, and SAT/ACT/ISEE/SSAT/AP/IB test prep. Feel free to contact me to learn more about me!

...senior thesis project and advising 19 seniors on all of their essays both thesis and college applications. One of my students chose to take a gap year in France; now I'm helping him write and complete essays for his own Common App colleges. I've also completed an undergraduate degree in Liberal Arts at St. John's College in New Mexico, with multiple essays nominated for prize awards. In my time teaching, I've also taught elementary aged...