Award-Winning Algebra Tutors serving Rhode Island

...primary focus is to incorporate dialogic discourse into all of my tutoring sessions. This is a special type of teaching philosophy which focuses on allowing students to reach the answers rather than just showing them the right solution. I believe that a combination of dialogic discourse, critical thinking, and interest is necessary to truly understand...

...grade. Nine years ago I began tutoring students in Mathematics and Chemistry for volunteer hours and simultaneously began teaching swimming lessons to children of all ages. Ever since I started I have only grown more and more fond of helping those around me improve themselves in various disciplines. In these past nine years, I have...

...stray from the task at hand, but I do introduce a certain level of silliness and play in my teaching. I think this makes a student more open to learning and more available to growth in a subject. My theater background has helped me learn a variety of memorization techniques that I look forward to...

...develop into other subjects. I have several academic awards. I have won 2nd place in the MOEMS award at the Russian School of Mathematics, and I finished top 20 in the AMC 8 at my school. I am pretty flexible with my schedule and I encourage students to ask plenty of what, why, and how...

...passionate about helping students learn science in a fun and unintimidating way. I want students to understand that just because a certain topic has the stigma of begin hard does not mean it cannot be fun or attainable. I am most passionate about teaching math, especially algebra. This is subject that can be confusing but...

...subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Algebra, and History. I am a firm proponent of equal education opportunity for all as it is absolutely necessary for anyone to succeed. I try to encourage my students to have an appreciation for their education as it is a privilege they have and millions of others...

I am a driven and passionate learner myself, currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Spanish at Clark University. While I tutor many subjects, I have extended expertise in biology, Spanish, and chemistry. I hope to convey not only knowledge, but an excitement for learning itself to my students.

...believe that the best way to teach is to first listen carefully to how a student is approaching a problem. Rather than jumping in with my own favorite tricks, I help students understand which of their instincts are bringing them in the right direction, and then build on their previous knowledge and skills.

...I'm especially passionate about Mathematics and Physics. Over the years, I've found that many students approach these subjects with fear and hesitation, but I see it as my mission to change that. I strive to show my students that these fields are not only approachable but also full of wonder, creativity, and fun. I believe...

...have worked with children from first grade to eighth grade in many different capacities! I was a camp counselor for years, I have tutored young students as well as college students at Loyola. I currently work with 8th graders. I love working with students of all ages and I am extremely passionate about what I...

...few things as rewarding to me as seeing the "Aha!" moment a student gets during tutoring. That's why I'm here: I'm hoping to help students in need of assistance to soar academically. My specialty is in the STEM field, particularly mathematics. Since math subjects tend to build on each other and remain necessary in the...

...ask me. I do this in order to determine where any fundamental misunderstandings exist. I find that in most instances, confused students are unclear on one or two simple, yet important ideas. Clearing these up, and deliberately following their implications, can make students have a much better level of understanding while also feeling confident in...

...with a student, I find it is best to first determine what areas they struggle with. Do they need help with basic concepts? Do they need help, in general, with test-taking? Once I am clear on what areas we need to focus on, we can really start to make progress. I feel that different approaches...

...the Firefighter and EMT certifications that I have used extensively over the last seven years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology, Chemistry, Critical Reading, and Writing. In my experience, thoroughly understanding these topics will prepare students for standardized tests such as the SAT or MCAT (both of...

...Excel for data analysis, entry and modeling and, as a result, am confident in tutoring any individual who needs to learn how to effectively use Excel for any purpose. Though I love tutoring in all of these subjects, tutoring in Chemistry is by far my favorite. Chemistry provides an opportunity to think in every possible...

...my time in Boy Scouts as I had the opportunity to teach younger scouts important skills as I earned the Eagle Scout Rank. After high school, I attended Saint Vincent College where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Certification in Biotechnology. In college, I was an Opportunity Program tutor for a...

...degree in Nuclear Science & Engineering and Physics. After graduating, I decided to continue my journey in academia by remaining at MIT and am currently pursuing a doctoral degree in NSE. Although I have tutored a wide range of subjects in the past, I am most passionate about topics in STEM (my favorites are Math,...

...then, I have been a part-time tutor, and I look forward to meeting lots of new students through Varsity Tutors! As a current college student, I have taken many of the classes I tutor very recently, and am still actively involved in learning, especially in science classes. When I am tutoring for a course, I...