Award-Winning AP English Literature and Composition Tutors serving Boston, MA

...and French in classroom settings, and I bring all this experience to bear in my one-on-one tutoring sessions. I am prepared to help students of all levels improve their French and/or English language skills, from the fundamentals of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, to advanced grammar, composition, and cultural fluency. As for test preparation, I draw on my personal success on the SAT (perfect verbal score of 800) and the LSAT (167/180, 94th percentile nationally)...

...tutoring style tends to be a combination of challenging the student to work hard on their skills, along with plenty of encouragement. My goal is to show students how much they can do on their own, even when they feel it is a subject that they are "bad at", by working together to solidify their understanding of the subject and teach them helpful skills and tricks. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy yoga, running, cooking, and...

...become passionate about knowledge. I have been a gymnastics coach, a camp counselor, and a tutor, teaching sports, arts and crafts, and school subjects to children of all ages. My favorite subjects to tutor are English and Spanish, because I love helping people to express themselves. Reading and Writing are such important tools to have in life, so I take my job as an English tutor very seriously. My goal is to not only help...

I am currently working on a bachelor's in neuroscience at Bay Path University. I have experience teaching a wide variety of ages and have been helping teach dance since 2012. I've always loved reading and writing, and would love to assist others in learning the skills necessary to enjoy them.

...excuses to work on reading, writing, public speaking, French, history and even test prep. I love exploring new ideas, practicing languages, and learning about other times. Tutoring is not just a chance to catch up or review materials but also an opportunity for collaboration, participation and the development of ideas, knowledge and learning strategies. I like taking an interactive approach with students and making sure that everyone stays engaged and that students work through materials...

...visually and tangibly as possible. One of the dangers of learning math is that students memorize the method for solving a problem but do not realize the underlying concepts. I do my best to ensure that students recognize the broader concepts. Because math builds on itself, it is also very important to look at past topics that relate to students’ current lessons. There is not always time for teachers do this in a classroom setting....

...former college admission counselor. As a college admissions counselor, I have read hundreds of college applications. The college search can be intimidating, but with proper guidance, you can find your perfect fit. I have been on both sides, and I know what colleges are looking for in applications. My education changed the trajectory of my life, and I know it can change yours. Additionally, in college, I double-majored in History and English, with a concentration...

...I've been smothered in face paint and sung every "Frozen" song in existence. Though it's not very common to say that my job involves navigating through hoop-skirts and character shoes, the party princess world has taught me how to communicate with, listen to, educate, and learn from children. Working as a summer camp counselor at the New England School of Performing Arts, as well as a as a hayride guide at Smolak Farms, has also...

...the University of Pennsylvania majoring in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE). I hail from Boston but grew up in Bolivia. Intellectually, I believe knowledge is not only fluid but requires practice. This is to say that anyone can reach their academic and intellectual goals with the right balance of theory and practice. I firmly believe that with the right dialogue and rapport, any student can thrive in developing their academic and intellectual agendas.... I firmly believe...

...to articulate their voices, while Mandarin opens doors to cultural understanding, a skill I have been honored for through an award for academic excellence in the study of the language. My teaching philosophy centers on empathy and customization. I believe in meeting students where they are, identifying their unique strengths, and creating engaging, low-pressure sessions that prioritize critical thinking over rote memorization. Whether breaking down complex essays or practicing conversational Mandarin, I aim to make...

...room for students to put their own, personalized touch on their work, which lends itself well to my personal tutoring style. I ask students a lot of questions during tutoring sessions rather than simply telling them the answers, as this helps guide students to develop thought processes they can use to problem-solve on their own in the future. In addition, it helps the student talk through the material and reveals where they may have some...

...as Interdisciplinary Studies in Political Science, International Relations and Religious Studies. I have lived throughout the North Shore all my life. Much like my studies, my interests run the gambit, from music and theater to hiking and biking, gaming and roleplaying to cooking and traveling. I love learning about new cultures or beliefs, and I hope to use my knowledge of the subject for conflict resolution and de-radicalization programs. I have been working for over...

...their work and become more confident in the classroom. *At this time, I am primarily looking to do remote college essay editing and Common App review. I have experience guiding rising seniors through the essay process - from brainstorming an initial idea to fine-tuning grammar - and will help students craft essays that reveal their unique perspective and allow them to stand out among other qualified applicants. Personal Test Scores AP Biology - 5 AP...

...painter, and I recently earned my MFA in Creative Writing at BU. I currently teaching writing - creative and academic- at Boston University and at Summer Ink, a Simmons University program. During my time at BU, I taught creative writing courses at both the undergraduate and pre-college level. For my undergraduate degree, I studied both English and Education, earning my English Secondary Teaching Certificate in Pennsylvania. After graduating, I moved to Budapest to teach history,...

...disciplines. Although coverage of material is crucial, it is more important to teach students skills than things; also, students learn skills best through an interactive teaching style that demands their participation and challenges their abilities. Certainly, all students need grounding in their disciplines, and direct instruction has its place but I am not as interested in whether students know these concepts; as I am in if they can put them to critical use. My teaching...

...Union College and Duke University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies along with a minor in Political Science from Union College, then completed a Master of Arts in Religious Studies at Duke University. I took a gap year in-between those programs to assistant teach and tutor for a full year in Brockton, MA. Here I worked with many grades across subjects, but always carried a passion for English and writing. While I...

...with years of experience teaching all ages and subjects. More than four years of experience working in ABA with special needs students as a behavioral therapist, along with years working at various daycares, preschools, afterschool programs, and tutoring programs. Have worked with students who have a multitude of different learning disabilities or challenges, as well as students learning English as a second language. Eager to help some scholars further their education and enjoy learning!

...part of the Allen Lee Hughes 2016-17 fellowship class at Arena Stage, an award-winning regional theater in DC, and I currently work for the WGBH Educational Foundation as a host on WCRB Classical Radio Boston. Given my wide range of subjects tutored, I am particularly passionate about tutoring English, college writing, and essay writing, for I believe that solid skills in writing composition and reading comprehension are the strongest tools a student can have in...

...at Brandeis University. I am pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Economics and Business. I was the head of the Mathematics and Spanish Tutoring Departments in high school. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I spent this past semester in Milan, Italy with a study abroad program focused on strengthening my Italian language skills and taking an economics course at a local university. I am on the Brandeis Mens Club Volleyball team. I am passionate...

As a master's student and former medical student, I know how challenging academics can be. I also know how having a helping hand, a guidance through the confusion, can help one gain confidence in themselves to excel. From tutoring children to post-graduates, I have seen that all students (no matter their age, level of education, strengths, weaknesses, etc.) who are willing to learn can succeed. ... In a typical first session, the student and I usually...