Certified Tutors From Amherst College

...Building that relationships with my students is important because it allows students to feel more comfortable about communicating what they are struggling with or any concerns about our session. Among the things that my students and their parents enjoy about working with me is my approachability, sense of humor, and dedication to ensuring their success....

...years I participated in a work-study mentoring underprivileged students in order to improve literacy and encourage a love of reading. I'm excited to tutor in a wide variety of subjects, particularly in standardized test preparation and in the humanities. For me, learning is about inspiration and passion. Teaching provides an opportunity to see the world...

...a rising senior at Amherst College in Massachusetts. I study sociology and enjoy my job as a teaching assistant for the Computer Science department. I enjoy assisting students as they work to master new academic concepts of all sorts! The bulk of my tutoring has been in the fields of math (algebra through calculus), computer...

I'm going to make sure that you get the results that you need by using all of my smarts to help you understand what's confusing or scary. I've been a lawyer for 4 years, and I'm about to work for a startup. I believe people can accomplish anything that they want.

...and Psychology. I started tutoring when I was in high school and have continued doing it ever since. I am currently enrolled in a two-year graduate program, working as a high school English assistant teacher and studying to receive a degree in Education. I am passionate about learning and teaching. With the right resources or...

...interdisciplinary work in environmental studies and architectural studies, and business. I hold a BA in Environmental Studies from Amherst College. I am currently involved in summer graduate studies in theology at Creighton University, hold a CORe business certificate from Harvard Business School's HBX program, and am planning to begin full-time graduate work in a dual...

Recent Amherst College grad, double major in Math and Theater. I believe in meeting students where they are. I hope to make difficult subjects accessible, even exciting, through new ways of thinking about (apparently) mundane problems.

...challenging for a lot of students I work with. Whether the goal is to become more conversational, pass a class/test/certification, or get a really high score, my approach is to break down concepts, explain thoroughly, and practice them a ton to make sure they are understood. Ultimately learning should be enjoyable and I love seeing...

Attorney/Angel Investment Consultant I practice law part time and get paid to analyze blockchain projects by potential investors. I have also taught high school history and enjoy tutoring on an ongoing basis.

Hi! I'm Sophie, and I am a student at Amherst College. I focus on teaching math and physics. Also, since I have more recent experience in taking classes and exams, I know the in's and out's of various standardized tests. I hope to be a great resource for students who want to learn!

...BC Calculus with Advanced Topics. I am currently enrolled in Intermediate Calculus and I plan on taking Multi-Variable Calculus next semester. In my free time, I love to watch and participate in sports and also watch Netflix. My favorite show of all time is The Walking Dead with Arrow following close behind.

...double majored in Biology and Mathematics and pursued the pre-medicine track. Tutoring fascinates me because it allows me to help other students understand materials better and also help them become equally excited about subjects that excite me. I tutor a wide variety of science courses including Mathematics, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology and Sociology. My...

...one-on-one. As a high school junior and senior, I tutored sophomores in standard/honors chemistry. I have severed as a teaching assistant for an intensive section of intro-level and general chemistry courses, as well as an as-needed peer tutor for these courses. I have also served as a teaching assistant in mandatory discussion sections of General...

...feeling like they're behind in the middle of a class lecture, because chances are, if you're confused, there's a high chance someone else is too. I'm here to tutor math because I know what it's like to have a lot of questions and feel like I know nothing about what is going on. I want...

...want to be a part of that support system for students. I'm a graduate of the Amherst College with a degree in statistics and a graduate of the University of Massachusetts with a Master's of Business Administration with a specialization in Analytics. I also hold an MS in Sport Management from the same institution. I'm...

...and now at an independent day school--but my teaching experience started in childhood, when I helped my four younger siblings with their homework. I've taught English and History before, but now I'm a full-time math teacher, and I teach everything from Algebra to Geometry to PreCalculus to Calc, and I've worked with students at the...

I have studied French for 11 years and am fluent in the language. As a native English speaker, I know too well the particular difficulties of grasping the foreign language. My approach to tutoring is based on the students needs and adjusts to their knowledge base and goals!

...Science and Math Education from UC Berkeley. While I've always had an interest in science, I've come to see myself as someone who teaches *people* rather than *science*. That is, I really enjoy helping students become more confident & independent learners, critical thinkers, and problem solvers. I feel honored to be a part of any...

...also the "why." It is my belief that when students think about the underlying logic and connections in mathematics they have much success in their pursuits. I also am an avid listener and encourage students to ask lots of questions. I especially enjoy tutoring geometry, algebra, trigonometry, calculus, and SAT prep. I have a Bachelors...

As career educator who is also a former procrastinator, I am well-equipped to assist students in a variety of academic subjects and study skills. I've taught middle and high school students, and spent the past 10 years teaching English Lit and Composition to college and post graduate students.